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New hostel for walkers and cyclists opens in a former church

First published on: 20th May 2025

St Michael's Lodge in Hudswell, near Richmond is opening its doors as a new hostel for walkers and cyclists on Saturday.

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Leeds vicar to swim the Channel for charity - in his local pool

First published on: 19th May 2025

Revd Phil Arnold, vicar of Christ Church Upper Armley, will swim the 21 miles of the English Channel, in his local pool in aid of vital church building improvements.

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Faith and civic leaders call for peace between India and Pakistan

First published on: 13th May 2025

Faith and civic leaders across our diocese have jointly called for peace between India and Pakistan during a time of heightened tension.

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Self-love in a Christian context examined in new book by Honorary Bishop Chris

First published on: 13th May 2025

Christian attitudes towards self-love in the modern world are explored in a new book co-authored by one of our Honorary Bishops, the Rt Revd Chris Edmondson.

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Explore Vocations Together at new events across diocese

First published on: 14th May 2025

A new series of events will help people across the diocese find out more about their vocations.

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Diocesan Internship Scheme applications open to all for 2025/26

First published on: 13th May 2025

Applications are open for our Diocesan Internship Scheme for 2025/26, and we want to encourage a whole range of people to apply.

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Cricket and Christianity meet seamlessly says YCCC's chaplain Bishop Chris

First published on: 9th May 2025

Yorkshire County Cricket Club’s chaplain, Bishop Chris Edmondson has explained the value of his role ahead of National Sports Sunday this weekend.

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The arrival of a new Pope is a joyful moment for Christians, says Bishop Nick

First published on: 9th May 2025

The Rt Revd Nick Baines has described the election of the new Pope as a joyful occasion for all Christians.

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All invited to Songs of Praise at Bradford Cathedral later this month

First published on: 7th May 2025

Tell out your soul at Bradford Cathedral, when BBC Songs of Praise come to film later this month.

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New online taster for Personal Growth and Leadership programme

First published on: 8th May 2025

The Diocese of Leeds is pleased to offer a new online taster session of a course which will help people to become confident Christians, as part of our Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence work.

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