Diocese of York
@dioceseofyork.bsky.social
A family of nearly 600 churches and 122 schools in 442 parishes committed to the praise of God through Jesus Christ and service to others. Living Christ’s story day by day through our faith and work led by the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell.
"Only God can get us ready to meet God. We cannot do it ourselves..."
The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, reflects on Matthew 24.36–44 for the First Sunday of Advent.
Watch now: vimeo.com/1140755796
The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, reflects on Matthew 24.36–44 for the First Sunday of Advent.
Watch now: vimeo.com/1140755796
The Most Revd and Rt Hon Stephen Cottrell reflects on Matthew 24.36–44 for the First Sunday of Advent
The Most Revd and Rt Hon Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York, reflects on Matthew 24.36–44 for the First Sunday of Advent, 30th November.
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November 30, 2025 at 9:30 AM
"Only God can get us ready to meet God. We cannot do it ourselves..."
The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, reflects on Matthew 24.36–44 for the First Sunday of Advent.
Watch now: vimeo.com/1140755796
The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, reflects on Matthew 24.36–44 for the First Sunday of Advent.
Watch now: vimeo.com/1140755796
🎵 The Advent Antiphons have long been sung before the Magnificat at Evensong in the days leading up to Christmas.🎵
We’ve recorded them to offer a musical way to engage with these ancient texts. Each one speaks of who Jesus is and invites us into the hope of the season: vimeo.com/1117807619
We’ve recorded them to offer a musical way to engage with these ancient texts. Each one speaks of who Jesus is and invites us into the hope of the season: vimeo.com/1117807619
Sung Advent Antiphons
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November 29, 2025 at 9:30 AM
🎵 The Advent Antiphons have long been sung before the Magnificat at Evensong in the days leading up to Christmas.🎵
We’ve recorded them to offer a musical way to engage with these ancient texts. Each one speaks of who Jesus is and invites us into the hope of the season: vimeo.com/1117807619
We’ve recorded them to offer a musical way to engage with these ancient texts. Each one speaks of who Jesus is and invites us into the hope of the season: vimeo.com/1117807619
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“This Advent, let us raise our sights to God’s kingdom and to Jesus Christ our Saviour.”
Join the @dioceseofyork.bsky.social for a moment of reflection this 1st Sunday of Advent.
📖 Matthew 24.36–44
dioceseofyork.org.uk/support/for-...
Join the @dioceseofyork.bsky.social for a moment of reflection this 1st Sunday of Advent.
📖 Matthew 24.36–44
dioceseofyork.org.uk/support/for-...
November 28, 2025 at 12:26 PM
“This Advent, let us raise our sights to God’s kingdom and to Jesus Christ our Saviour.”
Join the @dioceseofyork.bsky.social for a moment of reflection this 1st Sunday of Advent.
📖 Matthew 24.36–44
dioceseofyork.org.uk/support/for-...
Join the @dioceseofyork.bsky.social for a moment of reflection this 1st Sunday of Advent.
📖 Matthew 24.36–44
dioceseofyork.org.uk/support/for-...
⭐ Our Reflective Journal guides you through the 24 days of Advent. ⭐
Each page invites you to pause and reflect on who Jesus is for you, using names found in Scripture to craft your own antiphons.✏️
Download today and make space for reflection this season: dioceseofyork.org.uk/advent
Each page invites you to pause and reflect on who Jesus is for you, using names found in Scripture to craft your own antiphons.✏️
Download today and make space for reflection this season: dioceseofyork.org.uk/advent
November 27, 2025 at 3:19 PM
⭐ Our Reflective Journal guides you through the 24 days of Advent. ⭐
Each page invites you to pause and reflect on who Jesus is for you, using names found in Scripture to craft your own antiphons.✏️
Download today and make space for reflection this season: dioceseofyork.org.uk/advent
Each page invites you to pause and reflect on who Jesus is for you, using names found in Scripture to craft your own antiphons.✏️
Download today and make space for reflection this season: dioceseofyork.org.uk/advent
"God is the one that we pray, 'stir up our wills', but it is OUR wills. It is our faithfulness in response to God's call that we're asking God to stir." 🥄
@bishopbarry.bsky.social reflects on The Feast of Christ the King and Stir Up Sunday - the last Sunday before Advent: vimeo.com/1138129464
@bishopbarry.bsky.social reflects on The Feast of Christ the King and Stir Up Sunday - the last Sunday before Advent: vimeo.com/1138129464
The Rt Revd Barry Hill reflects on The Feast of Christ the King
The Rt Revd Barry Hill, Bishop of Whitby, reflects on The Feast of Christ the King.
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November 23, 2025 at 9:30 AM
"God is the one that we pray, 'stir up our wills', but it is OUR wills. It is our faithfulness in response to God's call that we're asking God to stir." 🥄
@bishopbarry.bsky.social reflects on The Feast of Christ the King and Stir Up Sunday - the last Sunday before Advent: vimeo.com/1138129464
@bishopbarry.bsky.social reflects on The Feast of Christ the King and Stir Up Sunday - the last Sunday before Advent: vimeo.com/1138129464
Join Safeguarding Trainer Jenny Price in conversation with Diocesan Director of Ordinands Sam Tyalor as they explore the vital link between discernment and #safeguarding: dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/...
November 20, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Join Safeguarding Trainer Jenny Price in conversation with Diocesan Director of Ordinands Sam Tyalor as they explore the vital link between discernment and #safeguarding: dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/...
Coming up today as part of #SafeguardingWeek:
📆 Why racism is a safeguarding issue | 9.30-11am
📆 Safeguarding rough sleepers and homeless people | 1-2.30pm
📆 What do we mean by being “Trauma Aware” | 6.30-8pm
Sign up at dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/...
📆 Why racism is a safeguarding issue | 9.30-11am
📆 Safeguarding rough sleepers and homeless people | 1-2.30pm
📆 What do we mean by being “Trauma Aware” | 6.30-8pm
Sign up at dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/...
November 19, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Coming up today as part of #SafeguardingWeek:
📆 Why racism is a safeguarding issue | 9.30-11am
📆 Safeguarding rough sleepers and homeless people | 1-2.30pm
📆 What do we mean by being “Trauma Aware” | 6.30-8pm
Sign up at dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/...
📆 Why racism is a safeguarding issue | 9.30-11am
📆 Safeguarding rough sleepers and homeless people | 1-2.30pm
📆 What do we mean by being “Trauma Aware” | 6.30-8pm
Sign up at dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/...
🌟 This Advent and Christmas, we're joining the Church of England’s national theme, centred on one powerful word: Joy! 🌟
Find out more and access resources here: dioceseofyork.org.uk/a-season-of-joy-advent-and-christmas-resources-for-2025
Find out more and access resources here: dioceseofyork.org.uk/a-season-of-joy-advent-and-christmas-resources-for-2025
November 18, 2025 at 12:15 PM
🌟 This Advent and Christmas, we're joining the Church of England’s national theme, centred on one powerful word: Joy! 🌟
Find out more and access resources here: dioceseofyork.org.uk/a-season-of-joy-advent-and-christmas-resources-for-2025
Find out more and access resources here: dioceseofyork.org.uk/a-season-of-joy-advent-and-christmas-resources-for-2025
Coming up today as part of #SafeguardingWeek:
📆 Pastoral care and ourselves - 9.30-11am
📆 The heresy of perfection - 1-2.30pm
📆 Understanding child sexual abuse - 6.30-8pm
Sign up at dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/...
📆 Pastoral care and ourselves - 9.30-11am
📆 The heresy of perfection - 1-2.30pm
📆 Understanding child sexual abuse - 6.30-8pm
Sign up at dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/...
November 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Coming up today as part of #SafeguardingWeek:
📆 Pastoral care and ourselves - 9.30-11am
📆 The heresy of perfection - 1-2.30pm
📆 Understanding child sexual abuse - 6.30-8pm
Sign up at dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/...
📆 Pastoral care and ourselves - 9.30-11am
📆 The heresy of perfection - 1-2.30pm
📆 Understanding child sexual abuse - 6.30-8pm
Sign up at dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/...
We're seeking a Director of Mission and Ministry to lead and inspire our efforts to grow vibrant, sustainable missional communities.
Applications close at midnight on 14th December.
Find out more and apply: dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/di...
#ChurchJobs #MissionAndMinistry #Leadership
Applications close at midnight on 14th December.
Find out more and apply: dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/di...
#ChurchJobs #MissionAndMinistry #Leadership
November 17, 2025 at 2:56 PM
We're seeking a Director of Mission and Ministry to lead and inspire our efforts to grow vibrant, sustainable missional communities.
Applications close at midnight on 14th December.
Find out more and apply: dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/di...
#ChurchJobs #MissionAndMinistry #Leadership
Applications close at midnight on 14th December.
Find out more and apply: dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/di...
#ChurchJobs #MissionAndMinistry #Leadership
Haven't signed up for one of our #SafeguardingWeek online events yet? Don't worry, there's still time! Here's what's coming up on today's schedule:
📆 Theology and safeguarding - 9.30-11am
📆 Supporting people with domestic abuse - 1-2.30pm
📆 Safeguarding Hubs - 6.30-8pm
📆 Theology and safeguarding - 9.30-11am
📆 Supporting people with domestic abuse - 1-2.30pm
📆 Safeguarding Hubs - 6.30-8pm
November 17, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Haven't signed up for one of our #SafeguardingWeek online events yet? Don't worry, there's still time! Here's what's coming up on today's schedule:
📆 Theology and safeguarding - 9.30-11am
📆 Supporting people with domestic abuse - 1-2.30pm
📆 Safeguarding Hubs - 6.30-8pm
📆 Theology and safeguarding - 9.30-11am
📆 Supporting people with domestic abuse - 1-2.30pm
📆 Safeguarding Hubs - 6.30-8pm
Today is #SafeguardingSunday and the start of our Diocesan #SafeguardingWeek.
It’s a biblical mandate to care for the vulnerable. Today, we thank those who are working tirelessly to keep us safe, and remind ourselves that #safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
It’s a biblical mandate to care for the vulnerable. Today, we thank those who are working tirelessly to keep us safe, and remind ourselves that #safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
November 16, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Today is #SafeguardingSunday and the start of our Diocesan #SafeguardingWeek.
It’s a biblical mandate to care for the vulnerable. Today, we thank those who are working tirelessly to keep us safe, and remind ourselves that #safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
It’s a biblical mandate to care for the vulnerable. Today, we thank those who are working tirelessly to keep us safe, and remind ourselves that #safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.
"Safeguarding Week for us is a time when we are committed to the gift of peace, the gift of God's peace, and of Christ, the Prince of Peace, being the one who is able to restore all things."
The Rt Revd Dr Eleanor Sanderson reflects on Luke 21.5–19 for #Safeguarding Sunday (link below),
The Rt Revd Dr Eleanor Sanderson reflects on Luke 21.5–19 for #Safeguarding Sunday (link below),
November 16, 2025 at 9:30 AM
"Safeguarding Week for us is a time when we are committed to the gift of peace, the gift of God's peace, and of Christ, the Prince of Peace, being the one who is able to restore all things."
The Rt Revd Dr Eleanor Sanderson reflects on Luke 21.5–19 for #Safeguarding Sunday (link below),
The Rt Revd Dr Eleanor Sanderson reflects on Luke 21.5–19 for #Safeguarding Sunday (link below),
📆 17th-21st November is Diocesan Safeguarding Week.
We have a packed programme of online sessions on topics including domestic abuse, racism, and modern slavery, with input from IDAS, Thirtyone:eight, and the Lucy Faithfull Foundation.
Book your place today (link below). 👇
We have a packed programme of online sessions on topics including domestic abuse, racism, and modern slavery, with input from IDAS, Thirtyone:eight, and the Lucy Faithfull Foundation.
Book your place today (link below). 👇
November 12, 2025 at 9:54 AM
📆 17th-21st November is Diocesan Safeguarding Week.
We have a packed programme of online sessions on topics including domestic abuse, racism, and modern slavery, with input from IDAS, Thirtyone:eight, and the Lucy Faithfull Foundation.
Book your place today (link below). 👇
We have a packed programme of online sessions on topics including domestic abuse, racism, and modern slavery, with input from IDAS, Thirtyone:eight, and the Lucy Faithfull Foundation.
Book your place today (link below). 👇
Join us for a thought-provoking workshop that tackles common myths and misconceptions about Islam and explores practical ways to respond to anti-Muslim hate. Delivered by Project Unity.
📅 26th November | 1–4pm
📍 Diocese of York, YO30 4XT
📧 Book: gerald.fox@yorkdiocese.org
#InterFaithWeek
📅 26th November | 1–4pm
📍 Diocese of York, YO30 4XT
📧 Book: gerald.fox@yorkdiocese.org
#InterFaithWeek
November 11, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Join us for a thought-provoking workshop that tackles common myths and misconceptions about Islam and explores practical ways to respond to anti-Muslim hate. Delivered by Project Unity.
📅 26th November | 1–4pm
📍 Diocese of York, YO30 4XT
📧 Book: gerald.fox@yorkdiocese.org
#InterFaithWeek
📅 26th November | 1–4pm
📍 Diocese of York, YO30 4XT
📧 Book: gerald.fox@yorkdiocese.org
#InterFaithWeek
"We see all too clearly in our world today the pain and suffering that conflict causes. And we are reminded of Jesus's call to be peacemakers."
This week, The Ven Dr Amanda Bloor, Archdeacon of Cleveland, reflects on Romans 8:31-39 for Remembrance Sunday. Follow the link below to watch.
This week, The Ven Dr Amanda Bloor, Archdeacon of Cleveland, reflects on Romans 8:31-39 for Remembrance Sunday. Follow the link below to watch.
November 9, 2025 at 9:42 AM
"We see all too clearly in our world today the pain and suffering that conflict causes. And we are reminded of Jesus's call to be peacemakers."
This week, The Ven Dr Amanda Bloor, Archdeacon of Cleveland, reflects on Romans 8:31-39 for Remembrance Sunday. Follow the link below to watch.
This week, The Ven Dr Amanda Bloor, Archdeacon of Cleveland, reflects on Romans 8:31-39 for Remembrance Sunday. Follow the link below to watch.
In the lead-up to #COP30, the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Brazil (10th-21st November), Archbishop Stephen has written a short blog for the Anglican Communion reflecting on the need to protect and restore Earth's vital ecosystems: www.anglicannews.org/news/2025/11...
COP 30: The Archbishop of York calls for prayer and advocacy
As COP30 approaches, the Archbishop of York, the Most Revd Stephen Cottrell, has called for prayer and advocacy to restore and protect the lungs of the earth.
www.anglicannews.org
November 8, 2025 at 8:04 AM
In the lead-up to #COP30, the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Brazil (10th-21st November), Archbishop Stephen has written a short blog for the Anglican Communion reflecting on the need to protect and restore Earth's vital ecosystems: www.anglicannews.org/news/2025/11...
The Rt Revd Barry Hill, Bishop of Whitby, writes in today's Church Times on the challenges - and deep joys - of walking alongside communities in Middlesbrough, where deprivation meets faith and hope:
Deprived areas need labourers
The challenges are significant, but they are outweighed by the blessings, says Barry Hill
www.churchtimes.co.uk
November 7, 2025 at 3:05 PM
The Rt Revd Barry Hill, Bishop of Whitby, writes in today's Church Times on the challenges - and deep joys - of walking alongside communities in Middlesbrough, where deprivation meets faith and hope:
"This All Saints' festival, let's not only give thanks for that wonderful communion of saints [...] but also those saints who have touched our own lives in intimate and particular ways."
The Rt Revd Dr Flora Winfield, Bishop of Selby, reflects on Luke 6.20-31 for All Saints’ Sunday (link below).
The Rt Revd Dr Flora Winfield, Bishop of Selby, reflects on Luke 6.20-31 for All Saints’ Sunday (link below).
November 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM
"This All Saints' festival, let's not only give thanks for that wonderful communion of saints [...] but also those saints who have touched our own lives in intimate and particular ways."
The Rt Revd Dr Flora Winfield, Bishop of Selby, reflects on Luke 6.20-31 for All Saints’ Sunday (link below).
The Rt Revd Dr Flora Winfield, Bishop of Selby, reflects on Luke 6.20-31 for All Saints’ Sunday (link below).
CLOSING SOON: Opportunities to further mission and ministry in the diocese and support communities in living Christ's story...
⛪ Rector (0.5) Garrowby Hill Benefice
⛪ Vicar of Eastfield – Scarborough
⛪ Vicar (0.5) Rural Ainsty
Apply today: dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/
⛪ Rector (0.5) Garrowby Hill Benefice
⛪ Vicar of Eastfield – Scarborough
⛪ Vicar (0.5) Rural Ainsty
Apply today: dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/
October 31, 2025 at 11:12 AM
CLOSING SOON: Opportunities to further mission and ministry in the diocese and support communities in living Christ's story...
⛪ Rector (0.5) Garrowby Hill Benefice
⛪ Vicar of Eastfield – Scarborough
⛪ Vicar (0.5) Rural Ainsty
Apply today: dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/
⛪ Rector (0.5) Garrowby Hill Benefice
⛪ Vicar of Eastfield – Scarborough
⛪ Vicar (0.5) Rural Ainsty
Apply today: dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/
Join us from 17th to 21st November 2025 for our Safeguarding Week, a series of online sessions designed to deepen our understanding of what it means to be a safe Church.
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves…” — Proverbs 31:8
#PromotingASaferChurch #Safeguarding #SaferChurch
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves…” — Proverbs 31:8
#PromotingASaferChurch #Safeguarding #SaferChurch
October 31, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Join us from 17th to 21st November 2025 for our Safeguarding Week, a series of online sessions designed to deepen our understanding of what it means to be a safe Church.
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves…” — Proverbs 31:8
#PromotingASaferChurch #Safeguarding #SaferChurch
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves…” — Proverbs 31:8
#PromotingASaferChurch #Safeguarding #SaferChurch
Last month, we celebrated the ministries of lay people in the Diocese of York and 17 new Lay Ministers were licensed 📖
See the photos from the service at York Minster on Flickr ➡️www.flickr.com/photos/dioceseofyork/albums/72177720329379699
See the photos from the service at York Minster on Flickr ➡️www.flickr.com/photos/dioceseofyork/albums/72177720329379699
October 17, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Last month, we celebrated the ministries of lay people in the Diocese of York and 17 new Lay Ministers were licensed 📖
See the photos from the service at York Minster on Flickr ➡️www.flickr.com/photos/dioceseofyork/albums/72177720329379699
See the photos from the service at York Minster on Flickr ➡️www.flickr.com/photos/dioceseofyork/albums/72177720329379699
Liz said, “I'm honoured by Archbishop Stephen’s invitation to accept the challenge of continuing in the permanent role, and broadening my ministry to serving the people of the villages and towns of the Archdeaconry of York.“
Read more: dioceseofyork.org.uk/new-archdeacon-of-york
Read more: dioceseofyork.org.uk/new-archdeacon-of-york
The Revd Canon Liz Hassall appointed as Archdeacon of York - Diocese of York
The Revd Canon Liz Hassall has been appointed by the Archbishop of York as the new Archdeacon of York.
dioceseofyork.org.uk
October 13, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Liz said, “I'm honoured by Archbishop Stephen’s invitation to accept the challenge of continuing in the permanent role, and broadening my ministry to serving the people of the villages and towns of the Archdeaconry of York.“
Read more: dioceseofyork.org.uk/new-archdeacon-of-york
Read more: dioceseofyork.org.uk/new-archdeacon-of-york