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Local faith leaders renew commitment to the right to safe worship for all

First published on: 3rd October 2025

The Bishop of Bradford and Interim Bishop of Leeds, the Rt Revd Dr Toby Howarth has joined Faith Leaders in his Episcopal Area in condemning the violent attack on Jewish worshippers in Manchester.

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The Rt Revd Dame Sarah Mullally to become 106th Archbishop of Canterbury

First published on: 3rd October 2025

His Majesty The King has approved the nomination of the Bishop of London, the Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally, as the next Archbishop of Canterbury, Downing Street has announced.

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Bishops of the diocese pray for those affected by Manchester attack

First published on: 2nd October 2025

The bishops of the Diocese of Leeds are praying for all affected by today's attack in Manchester, and want to encourage people everywhere to pray for the strength and courage to stand together against hatred in all its forms.

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Put placards aside and build bridges, says Bishop Arun

First published on: 2nd October 2025

Organisers of protests outside migrant hotels have been urged by the Rt Revd Arun Arora, Bishop of Kirkstall and one of the Church of England’s lead bishops on racial justice, to put megaphones and placards aside and join talks aimed at building bridges between communities.

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Black History Month marked in our diocese

First published on: 1st October 2025

Black History Month has begun, celebrating the power and pride of black communities, and our churches will be responding in a variety of ways.

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All Saints Ilkley celebrate being Fairtrade during Fairtrade Fortnight

First published on: 30th September 2025

This Fairtrade Fortnight, All Saints Ilkley is celebrating the renewal of their status as a Fairtrade Church.

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Black History Month service to celebrate faith and hope

First published on: 26th September 2025

Black History Month begins on Wednesday, October 1, and churches across the diocese will be marking the month.

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Huddersfield Mission brings people together to help tackle poverty

First published on: 25th September 2025

How we can tackle poverty in the Huddersfield area was the subject of an event run by Huddersfield Mission.

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TEND event in Wakefield supports youth ministry

First published on: 24th September 2025

Over 50 people who work with children and young people gathered at St George’s Lupset recently to be thanked, equipped, network and work out what they can do next.

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People come together to Celebrate Huddersfield

First published on: 23rd September 2025

People from across Huddersfield gathered at Huddersfield Parish Church to celebrate the town on Saturday, September 20.

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