Finances, wellbeing and Barnabas all at Diocesan Synod
First published on: 21st October 2025Diocesan finances, clergy wellbeing and our Barnabas work were all part of a busy agenda of the most recent meeting of Diocesan Synod.
News and Communications
Let us learn from Jesus, lean in and support each other, Bishop Toby asks Synod
First published on: 18th October 2025Let us learn from how Jesus washed the feet of his disciples and let us support each other in mission across our diocese, said Bishop Toby in his first address to Synod.
Todmorden school celebrates 180 years by going back in time
First published on: 15th October 2025Todmorden CE J, I & N School stepped back in time on Friday, October 10, as the school marked its 180th anniversary with a joyful and educational day themed around its founding year, 1845.
New diocesan project helps churches with maintenance
First published on: 14th October 2025How churches can better work together to help maintain their buildings has been the key focus of a recent Diocese of Leeds project: Maintenance Collectives.
Mirfield Team Parish launches Bubble Church service
First published on: 14th October 2025One of our Huddersfield area churches has launched a new family-friendly church service, looking to engage with young children and families.
Celebrating inspiring figures this Black History Month
First published on: 13th October 2025This Black History Month, we are celebrating figures whose lives and work continue to inspire.
Diocese of Leeds publishes Statement of Needs
First published on: 10th October 2025The Diocese of Leeds has published its Statement of Needs, an important milestone in the Vacancy in See process.
Churches encouraged to apply for Net Zero Carbon Quick Wins grants
First published on: 8th October 2025Churches across the Diocese of Leeds aiming to reduce their carbon emissions are invited to apply for a Net Zero Carbon Quick Wins grant to kickstart a small-scale decarbonisation project.
Church of England shares Black History Month resources
First published on: 7th October 2025With Black History Month happening in October, the Church of England have shared a suite of resources to mark the month, including a video commissioned by the Rt Revd Smitha Prasadam, Bishop of Huddersfield.
Local faith leaders renew commitment to the right to safe worship for all
First published on: 3rd October 2025The 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.
