News and Communications - Diocese of Leeds

Young public speakers are off to London for national public speaking contest

First published on: 17th October 2023

A remarkable gathering of 18 young people from different Anglican dioceses in Yorkshire, took centre stage at St. Margaret's Church, Ilkley, in a national public speaking competition.

Anglican Communion backs call for global day of prayer and fasting

First published on: 16th October 2023

As the Israeli-Hamas war continues, the Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem have issued a call for a global day of prayer and fasting on Tuesday, October 17.

Overseas links, Barnabas and more at Diocesan Synod

First published on: 14th October 2023

Our diocesan overseas links, our 2024 budget, our Barnabas work and more were all discussed at the most recent meeting of Diocesan Synod.

Journeys of Hope exhibition at Bradford Cathedral during Black History Month

First published on: 11th October 2023

During October and into November, Bradford Cathedral is hosting an exhibition of Ugandan Asian migration stories, alongside stories from the Windrush Community.

Archbishop of York launches Faith in the North from our diocese

First published on: 10th October 2023

The Archbishop of York, the Most Revd Stephen Cottrell, has been exploring the Diocese of Leeds as part of the launch of a new movement, Faith in the North.

Our bishops pray and call for peace in Israel and Palestine

First published on: 9th October 2023

Following the recent violence in Israel and Palestine, the six bishops of the Diocese of Leeds have made a statement calling for peace and justice.

Give To Go Green helps churches in our diocese fund carbon-cutting projects

First published on: 6th October 2023

A new pilot scheme is helping churches in our diocese double their money for carbon-cutting projects.

Diocese says goodbye to Robin Gamble at service in Bradford Cathedral

First published on: 4th October 2023

A farewell service for the Revd Canon Robin Gamble - Bishop’s Advisor in Church Growth - was held at Bradford Cathedral on the evening of Sunday, October 1.

Church of England seeks stories of pioneers of racial justice

First published on: 3rd October 2023

The Church of England is looking to share stories to celebrate church pioneers of Racial Justice.

New interns gather as their time of service gets underway

First published on: 3rd October 2023

The Diocese is thrilled to welcome our new community of 28 interns and Mission Apprentices as part of its 2023-24 Diocesan Internship programme.