Welcome to the Enews for July 6
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Services of joyful celebration were held at Bradford Cathedral as we ordained this year’s class of new deacons. Seventeen deacons were ordained across two services by the Bishop of Leeds, the Rt Revd Nick Baines, as they prepare to begin curacies in all five of our areas. Read more here
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Faithful service and developed leadership were celebrated recently at an evening of joy and fun held for our Bradford Mission Apprentices, as the current cohort come to the end of their time with us. The current Bradford Mission Apprentices gathered with family and friends, their line managers, Learning Hub leaders and other Diocesan Interns at Fountains Church Bradford on Tuesday, June 20. Read more here
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Twenty-four deacons were ordained priests this weekend at services across the diocese. Services took place at Bradford Cathedral, Ripon Cathedral, Wakefield Cathedral, Huddersfield Parish Church and Leeds Minster, with all of our bishops getting involved. Read more here
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As the crisis in Sudan continues, one of our Bradford area churches is holding a prayer vigil. St Peter’s Shipley will be hosting a Sudan prayer meeting on Wednesday, July 12 at 7.30pm. Read more here
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Bumblebees were the most reported insect in England’s churchyards and burial grounds in this year's Churches Count on Nature survey. The results come from a recent nature-count conducted by local communities from June 3 to June 11. Read more here
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Art in the Dale, the annual exhibition by Malhamdale artists, has now opened at St Michael the Archangel, Kirkby Malham. The 15th century parish church, known by locals as The Cathedral of the Dales, will host the work of 12 professional artists who live locally until Sunday, July 9 and includes painting, etching, collage, feltwork, stained glass, photography, wrought iron, and a light installation. Read more here
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One of our Bradford churches is helping their area be greener with their new eco garden. Denholme Shared Church recently officially opened their new Community Eco Garden. Read more here
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Some 130 people recently gathered at Holy Trinity Knaresborough for the first ever ‘Worship Local’ event, drawing Christians in from across the town; some who already worship in Knaresborough but many who live in the town but worship elsewhere. The service aimed to gather people to celebrate Knaresborough and all the things God is doing in the community and to have an opportunity to connect with each other, perhaps for the first time. Read more here
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Freewheeling Revd Brian Greenfield of St Paul’s Shipley, will soon pedal off on a 100-mile sponsored bike ride in aid of the church’s Children and Youth Work. Revd Brian will ride along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal from Shipley to his place of birth – Maghull, Merseyside. Read more here
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Are you interested in joining with others to journey together as we consider our Rhythm of Life venture and gather to deepen our sense of community and shared journey? The idea is to form a dispersed community for the Diocese of Leeds (centred at Ripon Cathedral) that comes together regularly to be refreshed, challenged, eat together and pray together and then sent back out to further God’s work in the communities of which we are a part, centred around the Rhythm of Life which began a few years ago. Read more here
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Wakefield Cathedral’s Canon Theologian, Dr Mark Oakley, has received a prestigious award from the Archbishop of Canterbury. Mark was at Lambeth Palace for a special ceremony to receive the Lanfranc Award for Education and Scholarship, which is one of the annual Lambeth Awards made to individuals by the Archbishop of Canterbury in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the Church of England, the Anglican Communion, and wider society. 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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Starts Wednesday, July 12 at 7pm, online |
A book group held via three Zoom sessions and discussions on an online forum, for anyone who suspects that there may be some hidden treasure in the Bible, but who may need some help to dig that treasure up! Find out more here
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Saturday, July 15 at 10am, St Peter's Addingham |
All are welcome to come and try new ways of prayer – or take time for ways you know and love. The day is free, but donations are welcome if you can. Please bring your lunch – tea and coffee will be provided. To reserve your place, please email Charlie Scott on [email protected]. Find out more 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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Events across the diocese |
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Organ Recital by Alessandro Bianchi |
St Barnabas Church, Crosland Moor
Alessandro will be playing music by Handel, Lefèbure-Wély and Breukhoven. Refreshments will be available and monies raised will support church funds.
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Wednesday, July 12 from 10am - 3pm |
Pudsey Parish Church
The Rt Revd Arun Arora, Bishop of Kirkstall, and the Ven Paul Ayers, Archdeacon of Leeds, are inviting lay and clergy leaders from larger churches to a day led by the Ven Bob Jackson, church growth consultant, and a team from Leading your Church into Growth.
Other speakers include the Ven Rhiannon King, Archdeacon of Ipswich, and the Revd Canon Robin Gamble, Bishop’s Advisor for Church Growth. We have got a good number of people signed up but if you are still thinking about it we would love you to come. The recovery/moving forward of our larger churches is a vital part of the life of our diocese. This day will give us all a huge boost and open doors for our churches.
To book a place please see the link here.
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'A Walk Through Time' wedding dresses event |
Saturday, July 15 from 10am - 3pm |
St Agatha's Church, Easby
We have a selection of dresses from throughout the years up to the most recent times on display. An exhibition of dress and outfit designs by local school children will be on display within the church. There will be some thrifty ideas to save money and ways to make weddings more eco-friendly.
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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 [email protected] 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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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
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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 have launched a new midweek family based service called ‘Bramley’s Families’ with about 15 families engaging each week. We are continuing to build connections with the Bramley St Peter’s Primary School and are building connections with the community through regular family based ‘pop-up’ events. We would like to appoint someone to deepen our focus on children and young families as we live out our vision of ‘revealing God’s love in Bramley.’ Find out more about this role here
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The Diocese of Leeds wishes to appoint a Safeguarding Team Leader to the Diocesan Safeguarding Team. Safeguarding is an integral part of the mission and ministry of the Diocese of Leeds and we believe everyone involved in church activities has a role to play as we deliver our commitment to creating a safer culture and a responsive service for all. Being educated to degree level or equivalent, with a relevant professional qualification, the successful applicant will need to ensure the provision of safeguarding advice and guidance to the Bishop of Leeds, his leadership team and parishes whilst reviewing and developing diocesan policy, procedures and good practice guidelines. 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:
Carla Darbyshire - Safeguarding Team Leader
Jenny Leccardi - Safeguarding Adviser
Narinder Lyon - Safeguarding Adviser
Nikki Rose - Safeguarding Adviser
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Revd Dan Sladden has been granted Permission to Officiate in the Diocese of Leeds
Revd Michael Catling has been granted Permission to Officiate in the Diocese of Leeds
Revd David Swales has been granted Permission to Officiate in the Diocese of Leeds
Revd Jonathan Brennan to be Rector of Elmete in the Leeds Episcopal Area
Revd Joanna Seabourne, currently serving as Diocesan Director of Interns and Team Vicar at Leeds St George, has been appointed as Rector of St Giles, West Bridgford in the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham
Revd Anthony Callan-Travis has been granted Permission to Officiate in the Diocese of Leeds
Revd David Buck has been granted Permission to Officiate in the Diocese of Leeds
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