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Three Snow Kings of Wensleydale are...thanks to church youngsters!

First published on: 6th January 2025

The snow fell deep and crisp in the heart of Wensleydale, where wise children who worship regularly at St Alkelda's Church in Middleham made their own rather chilly “Three Kings” to mark Epiphany Sunday.

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New Archdeacon of Richmond and Craven announced today

First published on: 15th December 2024

The diocese is delighted to announce that Revd Canon Dr James Theodosius, currently Rector of Holy Trinity, Skipton, will be the new Archdeacon of Richmond and Craven.

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Christmas Tree Festival gives young people chance to raise funds for church

First published on: 10th December 2024

The Parish of Easby, Skeeby, Brompton on Swale and Bolton-on-Swale recently enjoyed their Christmas Tree Festival, with craft, live music and more.

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Licensed Lay Minister helps children experience Christmas

First published on: 9th December 2024

Holy Trinity Barnoldswick have been helping local children experience Christmas.

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Schoolchildren experience Advent at their local church

First published on: 5th December 2024

Children in Thornton-in-Craven have been able to learn all about Advent recently, thanks to their local church.

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Marrick Priory seeks new trustees

First published on: 27th November 2024

Marrick Priory are looking to recruit five new trustees.

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Prize piece of medieval Christian heritage is shared for all to see

First published on: 22nd October 2024

A prized fragment of the Croft Cross, is now on display at the Yorkshire Museum, thanks to the churchwardens of St Peters Church, Croft-on-Tees in the north of our diocese. 

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New Rural Change Enabler to help parishes think about rural ministry

First published on: 26th September 2024

The Diocese of Leeds is pleased to be commissioning a new Rural Change Enabler, who will be helping parishes and the wider diocese think about new ways of doing ministry in our rural areas.

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Christian and Muslim women gather to discuss healing

First published on: 25th September 2024

Christian and Muslim women from across the diocese met in Chapel-le-Dale recently to focus on different ways of healing.

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Archdeacon Jonathan is moving to new flocks and pastures

First published on: 17th September 2024

The Ven Jonathan Gough is to retire from his role as Archdeacon of Richmond and Craven after five years of ministry in the Diocese of Leeds.

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