Faith and civic leaders call for peace between India and Pakistan
First published on: 13th May 2025Faith and civic leaders across our diocese have jointly called for peace between India and Pakistan during a time of heightened tension.
News and Communications
Self-love in a Christian context examined in new book by Honorary Bishop Chris
First published on: 13th May 2025Christian 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.
Explore Vocations Together at new events across diocese
First published on: 14th May 2025A new series of events will help people across the diocese find out more about their vocations.
Diocesan Internship Scheme applications open to all for 2025/26
First published on: 13th May 2025Applications are open for our Diocesan Internship Scheme for 2025/26, and we want to encourage a whole range of people to apply.
Cricket and Christianity meet seamlessly says YCCC's chaplain Bishop Chris
First published on: 9th May 2025Yorkshire County Cricket Club’s chaplain, Bishop Chris Edmondson has explained the value of his role ahead of National Sports Sunday this weekend.
The arrival of a new Pope is a joyful moment for Christians, says Bishop Nick
First published on: 9th May 2025The Rt Revd Nick Baines has described the election of the new Pope as a joyful occasion for all Christians.
All invited to Songs of Praise at Bradford Cathedral later this month
First published on: 7th May 2025Tell out your soul at Bradford Cathedral, when BBC Songs of Praise come to film later this month.
New online taster for Personal Growth and Leadership programme
First published on: 8th May 2025The 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.
National resources to help churches mark Vocations Sunday
First published on: 6th May 2025Vocations Sunday is on Sunday, May 11, and the diocese is warmly commending resources from the Church of England to help churches mark the day.
Celebrations to mark the successful renewal of St Oswald's tower
First published on: 29th April 2025The restored tower of St Oswald’s, Askrigg, complete with new rendering, was blessed by Bishop Anna at a special event to mark the successful end of an inspiring project.
