Three generations baptised at once at St Mary's Beeston
First published on: 19th February 2026In a "living proof" of faith, three generations stood together to be baptised during a single, powerful service at St Mary the Virgin Beeston recently.
News and Communications
Halifax Minster Festival of Faith returns for third year
First published on: 13th February 2026Halifax Minster will be presenting their third Festival of Faith this year, which will run from Ash Wednesday through to Easter Day.
Bishops of the diocese send Lunar New Year greetings
First published on: 17th February 2026It is Lunar New Year today, and our bishops have sent greetings and best wishes to all who are celebrating as we enter the Year of the Horse.
Holy Trinity Skipton become net zero Demonstrator church
First published on: 11th February 2026Holy Trinity Skipton have successfully secured funding from the Church of England to help them on their way to net zero carbon.
St Agnes' Burmantofts celebrate Racial Justice Sunday
First published on: 10th February 2026St Agnes’ Burmantofts came alive as they celebrated Racial Justice Sunday with a special service on Sunday, February 8.
Diocese of Leeds hosts Church of England Racial Justice Sunday online service
First published on: 9th February 2026The Diocese of Leeds was pleased to host the Church of England’s online service to mark Racial Justice Sunday on Sunday, February 8.
Pilgrimages Day helps rural churches engage with their communities and beyond
First published on: 6th February 2026People spent the morning of Friday, January 30 learning about how pilgrimages can help them engage with their communities and beyond at a Pilgrimages Day at Ripon Cathedral.
Collaboration and friendship at migration conversation in Seacroft
First published on: 5th February 2026Some 70 people gathered at St Richard’s Seacroft recently to have meaningful conversations about the topic of migration.
Explore vocations together at Leeds Minster
First published on: 3rd February 2026People will gather at Leeds Minster on Tuesday, February 10, to explore how we hear from God and our sense of calling.
Listed Places of Worship Scheme ends on Tuesday, March 31
First published on: 28th January 2026The Listed Places of Worship Scheme, which allows listed churches to claim back VAT on building works, will end on Tuesday, March 31.
