Welcome to the Enews for July 20
The latest resources, news and more.
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The Diocese of Leeds is delighted to have secured £3.9 million from the Church of England for Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence. The Barnabas programme offers our churches resources and support at different levels, and is how we all work towards the diocesan vision of ‘Confident Christians, Growing Churches, Transforming Communities’. Read more here
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As part of Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence, the Diocese of Leeds has been awarded nearly £1 million by the Church of England for a new project: Every Good Work in Wakefield. Every Good Work holds a broader vision for the city as it seeks to support three churches to disciple young people, develop youth leadership and social action, and establish an interns hub. Read more here
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One of the priorities for Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence is supporting churches to identify their next steps in mission, and giving them the confidence to take them. Personal Growth and Leadership is a key part of how we will do just that. Personal Growth and Leadership is a non-academic course that gives people the skills and confidence to take on responsibility, bringing clergy and lay people together to encourage and support one another. Read more here
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The Ven Peter Townley, Archdeacon of Pontefract will leave the role he has held for 15 years to become an Assistant Minister in the Diocese of York, it was announced yesterday. Peter will serve the Benefice of Sherburn-in-Elmet with Saxton, Aberford with Micklefield and Ledsham with Fairburn and thanked all those who have worked with him through the years. Read more here
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Our Diocesan Interns have been celebrating their successes as their year of serving in churches across the region comes to an end. At a celebration held at St Matt’s in Burley, the Interns came together with their mentors, line managers and other supporters to worship, look back on their year, and be commissioned by the Bishop of Leeds, the Rt Revd Nick Baines. Read more here
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Our support of parishes, the situation in Sudan, the work of the Diocesan Property Team and more were on the agenda of the most recent Diocesan Synod. Synod members met on Zoom on Saturday, July 15 to discuss and debate the work and direction of the diocese. Read more here
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The Cranmer Awards are coming to Yorkshire, for the first time in the history of this prestigious competition. The Yorkshire Heat of the Cranmer Awards, an annual competition for children between 11-18 years old, will take place at St Margaret's Church, Ilkley, on Saturday, October 14. Read more here
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Team Leeds played their part at General Synod in York recently, participating in debates and discussions as part of a packed agenda. Diocesan representatives took part in proceedings which covered a huge range of topics. Read more here
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In a joy-filled service on Sunday, July 9, ten second year students from the Leeds School of Ministry were commissioned by the Warden of Readers, the Ven Bill Braviner. At the service at Holy Trinity Bingley they were welcomed into the parishes across the diocese where they will spend a year serving. Read more here
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One of our Ripon churches has been celebrating community and the environment with their Community Garden. On Sunday, July 16 the United Benefice of Leyburn and Bellerby welcomed the Rt Revd Nick Baines, Bishop of Leeds, to Bellerby for a service and tour of their Community Garden. Read more here
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Churches across the diocese will be able to celebrate and respond to God’s generosity, with a suite of new resources for churches to use to run a Generosity Week. The national and diocesan Generosity Weeks takes place in the Harvest season, running from Sunday, September 24 to Sunday, October 1. Read more here
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If you wish to apply for the Occasional Preachers, Eco Mission Enabler (Saving Creation Gold), Lay Pastoral Ministry and Lay Worship Leaders Courses for the 2023-24 academic year, please ensure that you speak to your incumbent, as you will need their support for your application. More information on the range of ministry pathways we offer and the application process can be found here.
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Autumn 2023 – meeting online
Please sign up by Tuesday, September 12 at the latest.
Tuesday, September 19
Places of Enchantment: meeting God in Landscapes - Graham B. Usher
Bishop Graham is the lead Bishop for the Environment in the Church of England.
Tuesday, October 17
Striking Out: Poems and Stories from the Camino - Stephen Cottrell
Stephen Cottrell is the Archbishop of York. Canterbury Press.
Tuesday, November 21
Greenfingers : a ‘ blooming comedy’, with Clive Owen, Helen Mirren and David Kelly
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Spring 2024 at the Mirfield Centre |
Ever wondered what theology means and how to study it? Need some guidance on how to dig a bit deeper? This introductory course may well be for you. This course is also required before you can apply to train as a Licensed Lay Minister. Find out more here
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Our Lay Training Bulletins are currently showcasing the different Lay Ministry Pathways in turn. If you do not receive our bulletins and would like to, please visit the Digital Learning Platform, sign up for an account and tick the Lay Training box in the Areas of Interest section of the form here.
Past newsletters and bulletins can be found here.
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Events across the diocese |
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Thursday, July 20 at 7.30pm |
All Saints Kirkby Overblow
Now that the new king has been installed, The King's Men are returning to All Saints Church, Kirkby Overblow after an absence of 4 years. There will be a new set of choral scholars but the music is sure to be as inspiring as ever. Tickets can be booked online by emailing kodstickets@gmail.com and requesting the number required. There will be a bar on the night for the purchase of wine, beer, soft drinks as well as tea and coffee.
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Bradford Cathedral
The Headlands Chorale will be singing at the10:30am Choral Eucharist and 3:30pm Choral Evensong on Sunday, July 30. Find out more here
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Leading your Evangelism into Growth |
Monday, September 11 - Wednesday, September 13 |
Leading your Evangelism into Growth is a conference that helps individuals and churches grow realistically and creatively in evangelism. They want to help everyone to be more comfortable and more confident in lovingly sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Bursaries are available for this conference. Find out more on our website: www.leadingyourchurchintogrowth.org.uk
or by contacting toby@leadingyourchurchintogrowth.org.uk.
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Friday, November 24 - Sunday, November 26 |
Scargill House
This weekend retreat is an invitation to take some time out, relax, take a deep breath from the hurly-burly of life and reflect on our relationship with our loving God, our relationship with the communities around us and our relationship with creation. Find out more and book here.
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Thursday, February 29 - Thursday, March 7, 2024 |
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Creationtide: Friday, September 1 - Wednesday, October, 4
Diocese of Leeds Generosity Week: Sunday, September 24 - Sunday, October 1
COP 28: Thursday 30 November - Tuesday 12th December
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Barnabas: Encouraging Confidence is the way in which the Diocese of Leeds wants to support churches to move forward in mission, ministry and sustainability. Watch this video to hear more about what Barnabas is and how is can help.
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...is the name of Bishop Nick's blog and his most recent entries can be viewed here.
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We are seeking a highly skilled and versatile Head of IT to join the Diocese of Leeds. This is a standalone role, where you will be responsible for developing a new digital strategy and overseeing its implementation. This will involve overseeing the procurement of services, maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders and ensuring effective management of service providers. Find out more about this role here
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The Head Verger will lead the Verger team, providing guidance and support to ensure that they are well-equipped to carry out their duties effectively. The Vergers ensure the smooth running and upkeep of the cathedral and are a first point of contact for visitors. They are the public face of the cathedral, directly involved in services, concerts and other events and activities in the cathedral, Chantry Chapel and related spaces in the Treacy Hall and Cathedral Centre. Find out more about this role here
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For all other vacancies across the diocese please follow the links below:
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Useful Links & Information |
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For safeguarding issues, contact our advisers on:
safeguarding@leeds.anglican.org or call 0113 353 0257
Carla Darbyshire - Safeguarding Team Leader
Jenny Leccardi - Safeguarding Adviser
Narinder Lyon - Safeguarding Adviser
Nikki Rose - Safeguarding Adviser
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The Venerable Peter Townley, currently serving as Archdeacon of Pontefract in the Diocese of Leeds, has been appointed as Assistant Minister (House for Duty) in the Benefice of Sherburn-in-Elmet with Saxton. Aberford with Micklefield and Ledsham with Fairburn, in the Diocese of York
Revd Andrew Cromarty, currently serving as Incumbent of the Benefice of Hipswell in the Ripon Area, to be House for Duty Associate Priest of the Fountains Benefice in the Ripon Area
Revd Dr Simon Robinson has been granted Permission to Officiate in the Diocese of Leeds
Revd Jane Trenholme has been granted Permission to Officiate in the Diocese of Leeds
Revd Canon Peter Greenwood to be Team Rector of the Ingleborough Team Ministry in the Ripon Area
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Contact us with your news |
Please contact the Communications Team with your news for future editions. The Enews is published twice a month. The next edition will be sent out on August 3. Area news stories to enews@leeds.anglican.org
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