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As we begin the process around Parish Share for 2026, hear from the Rt Revd Toby Howarth, Bishop of Bradford and Acting Bishop of Leeds, about the importance of Parish Share to supporting mission and ministry across the diocese.

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Parish Share 2026 - A message from Bishop Toby
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The Diocese of Leeds was pleased to welcome the Rt Revd John Msuma of the Diocese of Tarime in Tanzania for a visit recently.

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Bishop John of Tanzania visits Diocese of Leeds - Diocese of Leeds
The Diocese of Leeds was pleased to welcome the Rt Revd John Msuma of the Diocese of Tarime in Tanzania for a visit recently.
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November 20, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Faith representatives from across the Diocese of Leeds marked Interfaith Week recently.

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Interfaith Week marked across diocese - Diocese of Leeds
Faith representatives from across the Diocese of Leeds marked Interfaith Week recently.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Senior leaders from schools across the diocese gathered in Leeds recently to hear about innovation, inclusion and integrity at our School Leaders’ Conference for 2025.

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Senior school leaders gather at diocesan Education Conference - Diocese of Leeds
Senior leaders from schools across the diocese gathered in Leeds recently to hear about innovation, inclusion and integrity at our School Leaders’ Conference for 2025.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:12 PM
The Rt Revd Anna Eltringham, Bishop of Ripon and Lead Bishop for the Environment in the Diocese of Leeds, recently met Archbishop Marinez of Brazil at a round-table discussion at Lambeth Palace.

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Bishop Anna hears from Archbishop Marinez of Brazil at Lambeth roundtable - Diocese of Leeds
The Rt Revd Anna Eltringham, Bishop of Ripon and Lead Bishop for the Environment in the Diocese of Leeds, recently met Archbishop Marinez of Brazil, also Bishop of Amazonia, at a round-table discussio...
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November 17, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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A joyful service this afternoon at Wakefield Cathedral, during which I had the privilege to confirm 15 people, admit a young person to communion and receive a man into the Church of England. With thanks to @wakecathedral.bsky.social for the photographs. #worship @leeds.anglican.org
November 16, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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November 13, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Four of our churches have been removed from the Heritage at Risk Register, thanks to the hard work and dedication of their church members.

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Churches in our diocese removed from Heritage at Risk Register - Diocese of Leeds
Four of our churches have been removed from the Heritage at Risk Register, thanks to the hard work and dedication of their church members.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:52 PM
The restored bell cote at St Margaret’s Preston under Scar was dedicated by the Rt Revd Anna Eltringham, Bishop of Ripon, at a recent Penhill Benefice service following a successful fund-raising effort both locally and nationally.

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St Margaret’s Preston under Scar celebrate restored bell cote - Diocese of Leeds
The restored bell cote at St Margaret’s Preston under Scar was dedicated by the Rt Revd Anna Eltringham, Bishop of Ripon, at a recent Penhill Benefice service following a successful fund-raising effor...
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November 12, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Churches have until Friday, November 21 to apply for a government grant to help improve their facilities.

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Churches given chance to apply for Common Ground Award - Diocese of Leeds
Churches have until Friday, November 21 to apply for a government grant to help improve their facilities.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:12 PM
St Saviour’s Richmond Hill have held their second All Souls’ Requiem memorial recently, helping local families find space to grieve.

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St Saviour's Richmond Hill help local families grieve - Diocese of Leeds
St Saviour’s Richmond Hill have held their second All Souls’ Requiem memorial recently, helping local families find space to grieve.
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November 10, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Churches across the diocese marked Remembrance Sunday yesterday in a host of different ways, honouring those who made the ultimate sacrifice and those who mourn them. Here are a few pictures from different acts of remembrance.
November 10, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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It was good to be joined by our local MP and councillors, as well as Guides, Brownies, Rainbows, representatives of the emergency services, the St John's Ambulance, and other local groups for today's Act of Remenbrance. @whitkirkchurch.org.uk @leeds.anglican.org
Today I joined the moving Remembrance Sunday service at Whitkirk Cenotaph.

I laid a wreath for all those from East Leeds who lost their lives in war. We remember them, the grief of their loved ones, and continue to seek a world of peace, free from the pain and horror of war.
November 10, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Schools across the diocese are being encouraged to reduce their carbon footprints, with some 40% signed up to the Let’s Go Zero campaign.

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Schools encouraged to Let's Go Zero - Diocese of Leeds
Schools across the diocese are being encouraged to reduce their carbon footprints, with some 40% signed up to the Let’s Go Zero campaign.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:12 PM
ICYMI, the Diocese of Leeds has begun its Parish Share processes for 2026, with the launch of the Parish Share Agreements process and a suite of new resources to help parishes have good conversations about generosity.

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Parish Share processes for 2026 begin in our diocese - Diocese of Leeds
The Diocese of Leeds is beginning its Parish Share processes for 2026, with the launch of the Parish Share Agreements process and a suite of new resources to help parishes have good conversations abou...
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November 5, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Some 60 people attended a diocesan service to mark Black History Month on Saturday, November 1.

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Diocesan Black History Month service held - Diocese of Leeds
Some 60 people attended a diocesan service to mark Black History Month on Saturday, November 1.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:12 PM
It was great to have the Archbishop of York in the diocese over the weekend, commissioning staff and volunteers at St George's Crypt!
Delighted to be at St George’s Church In Leeds to commission staff and volunteers from St George’s Crypt. Thank you for all you do. St George’s Crypt shines with the light of Christ’s love - a place where hope is shared and lives are rebuilt.
November 4, 2025 at 9:53 AM
It was Halloween over the weekend, and St James' Pudsey held a Light Party, decorating pumpkins and other craft activities, eating together and ending the party with sparklers. Here are some pictures from the event!
November 3, 2025 at 3:55 PM
The Very Revd Andy Bowerman, Dean of Bradford, has announced that he shall be leaving Bradford Cathedral to take up a new role in the new year.

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Dean Andy Bowerman to leave Bradford Cathedral in new year - Diocese of Leeds
The Very Revd Andy Bowerman, Dean of Bradford, has announced that he shall be leaving Bradford Cathedral to take up a new role in the new year.
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November 3, 2025 at 10:36 AM
The Diocese of Leeds is beginning its Parish Share processes for 2026, with the launch of the Parish Share Agreements process and a suite of new resources to help parishes have good conversations about generosity.

Read more here ⬇ leeds.anglican.org/who-we-are/n...
Parish Share processes for 2026 begin in our diocese - Diocese of Leeds
The Diocese of Leeds is beginning its Parish Share processes for 2026, with the launch of the Parish Share Agreements process and a suite of new resources to help parishes have good conversations abou...
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October 23, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Our latest edition of God's Green Fingers, the diocesan environmental newsletter, is out, with resources, news, celebration and more!

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October 23, 2025 at 9:19 AM
With Halloween fast approaching, we'd love to hear from churches running Light Parties, sharing God's light with young people during this season. If your church is doing anything, do let us know by emailing communications@leeds.anglican.org!
October 22, 2025 at 11:38 AM
The Diocese of Leeds is committed to confident Christians, growing churches and transforming communities. Parish Share is the financial contribution parishes are asked to make to support that mission.

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Parish Share in the Diocese of Leeds
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October 22, 2025 at 8:50 AM
Diocesan finances, clergy wellbeing and our Barnabas work were all part of a busy agenda of the most recent meeting of Diocesan Synod.

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Finances, wellbeing and Barnabas all at Diocesan Synod - Diocese of Leeds
Diocesan finances, clergy wellbeing and our Barnabas work were all part of a busy agenda of the most recent meeting of Diocesan Synod.
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October 21, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Our bishops wish all celebrating a Happy Diwali!
October 20, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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I wish a very happy Diwali to everyone who is celebrating today. I hope it is a truly joyful time for all the families and communities that are coming together to mark this festival.
October 20, 2025 at 12:09 PM