New bishops to be consecrated at York Minster on June 22
First published on: 6th June 2023Two new bishops in the Diocese of Leeds will be consecrated at York Minster on Thursday, June 22.
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Church roof repairs set Spidey senses tingling
First published on: 2nd June 2023Passers-by in Skipton could be forgiven for thinking Spiderman was in town recently as nimble figure clambered over the roof of Christ Church and abseiled down the church tower.
The Cathedrals Cycle Route Relay returns with local Yorkshire route
First published on: 24th May 2023This summer local cyclists will be invited to make a pedal pilgrimage from either Ripon Cathedral to Bradford Cathedral, or Bradford Cathedral to Wakefield Cathedral, as part of this year’s national ‘Cathedrals Cycle Route’.
Refurbished church clock unveiled after parish and community project
First published on: 15th May 2023Parishioners are celebrating the restoration of their much-loved church clock dating from the Victorian era following a £7,000 restoration project.
One of our schools wins national King's Bench competition
First published on: 5th May 2023Dacre Braithwaite Primary Summerbridge, Harrogate is one of 15 winners in a competition to create a Coronation Bench to go on display in the Tower of London as part of its celebrations.
Art for wellbeing's sake draws a crowd to one of our churches
First published on: 4th May 2023Some 30 people enjoyed an Art and Wellbeing workshop at Settle Parish Church, led by stained glass and community artist Linda Baines, and Shaeron Caton-Rose, an installation and printmaking artist.
New Bishop of Ripon explores her new patch with first day adventure
First published on: 28th April 2023Our next Bishop of Ripon, Revd Canon Anna Eltringham enjoyed a packed day meeting people in parishes following the announcement of her new role.
Revd Canon Anna Eltringham to be the new Bishop of Ripon
First published on: 27th April 2023The Revd Canon Anna Eltringham, currently the Team Rector for Oxted, in the Diocese of Southwark, will be the new Bishop of Ripon, Downing Street announced this morning.
Bishop Helen-Ann Hartley inaugurated at Newcastle Cathedral
First published on: 24th April 2023Some thousand people gathered at Newcastle Cathedral to celebrate the inauguration of the Right Reverend Dr Helen-Ann Hartley as the 13th Bishop of Newcastle.
Pet service in Bellerby blesses pets past and present
First published on: 19th April 2023A recent pet service in Bellerby gave people the opportunity to celebrate and pray for their pets, past and present.
