Welcome to the Enews for September 29
The latest resources, news and more.
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Churches and cathedrals across the diocese have joined together over recent days to pay their heartfelt respects to Her Late Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. During a period of national mourning a mixture of services and events were held. Some brought leaders and people of different faith’s together. Find out more here
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It is Generosity Week this week, and churches across the diocese have been experiencing Christian generosity in different ways. One way has been through launching the Parish Giving Scheme (PGS) in parishes. It helps givers donate safely to their church by direct debit either monthly, quarterly, or annually, and helps parishes make their finances more regular. Find out more here
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The missional importance of church buildings was a key theme at the Annual DAC Conference 2022 held in Leeds and hosted by our diocese this week. More than 100 representatives from 33 dioceses attended the three-day event, which heard from a range of speakers and included visits to variety of churches across the city. Find out more here
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A weekly toddler group in Harrogate, providing a friendly space for parents and their young children, is contributing to the growth of the church. In a newly published video by the Diocese of Leeds, the team at St Peter's Church share how members of their toddler group have gone on to attend Sunday worship and even be baptised. Find out more here
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To mark the Jewish celebration of Rosh Hashanah, our Bishops have sent their greetings in a message to our Jewish friends. The marking of their religious New Year involves the traditional eating of treats such as apples dipped in honey, hoping to prompt a sweet and happy year ahead. Find out more here
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Helping churches deal with timely issues around energy saving and climate resilience is part of training from our Church Buildings Team this autumn. Alongside sessions on health and safety, the team will be offering training on how to reduce energy usage in churches in the short- and longer-term. Find out more here
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The centenary of Temple Newsam House, Leeds being transferred to public ownership has been marked by a special Eucharist service led by Bishop Nick. In 1922, the then Lord Halifax stipulated in the deed of transfer to the City of Leeds that the Grade I listed building should host an annual Eucharist “according to the rites and ceremonies of the Church of England”. Find out more here
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Artists with a Leeds connection are being invited to respond to an upcoming display being hosted at Holy Trinity Boar Lane in the city. The ‘Our Earth, Our City' exhibition will be taking place at the church from Monday, November 7 to Sunday, November 27. Find out more here
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Bradford Cathedral ‘Safari’ Evensongs |
Bradford Cathedral Choir have started visiting parish churches again to sing choral evensong. So-called ‘Safari’ evensongs have been a mainstay of the cathedral choir’s calendar, and they are planning visits for Sundays in 2023 and 2024. If your church would be interested in hosting them, contact Director of Music at Bradford Cathedral, Alex Berry on [email protected]. |
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Starting Monday, October 3 |
Through a mixture of live lectures, discussion groups and assigned homework, this course will focus on a Christlike and prophetic response to the interrelated issues of climate breakdown, violence and conflict and racial injustice. The course is a partnership between Leeds School of Theology and Lighthouse West Yorkshire. Find out more here
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Join the Greenhouse launch if you want creative and relational support for a project. Bring other people with you and learn how Greenhouse can help. Check out the national Greenhouse vision here and contact Fresh Expressions Enabler Karin Shaw for the Zoom details.
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Thursday, October 6 at 10am |
An opportunity for clergy, lay leaders and those involved in digital church ministry to explore what online tools and resources are available to help facilitate evangelism and discipleship this Christmas. It will include contributions from the Diocese of Leeds Communications Team and the Church of England Digital Team. Find out more here
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Working with young people, children and students |
Thursday, October 6 at 10am |
A day for the whole church to share experiences and learn together. Speakers will include the Bishop of Kirkstall, Liz Morton and the Revd Anthea Colledge. It will be held at St Peter’s Church Centre, Gildersome. To reserve your space please email Natalya Heap on [email protected]. Lunch will be provided so please email dietary requirements. |
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The Energy Crisis and My Church Energy Bills: How can the Green Journey Help? |
Wednesday, October 19 at 5pm and Thursday, October 20 at 12pm |
In this pair of webinars Kevin Lumley and Craig Hogg from Green Energy Consulting will give us a step-by-step guide to the energy markets, government energy price cap and explain the Green Journey package of services. Jemima Parker, Diocesan Environment Officer, will offer advice on how to reduce energy use in your church this winter and how to start to make long-term changes to bring down both financial and carbon costs.
Webinar for existing Green Journey customers: Wednesday, October 19, 5pm - details here
Webinar for anyone: Thursday, October 20, 12pm - details here
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Monday, November 7 at 7.30pm |
Throughout history, we see that when we pray, something happens. However, we know that many people in our churches can struggle to feel confident in getting involved in prayer together. We want to offer an open invite to an online conversation about how we might grow in confidence in prayer. Find out more here
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Tuesday, November 29 at 7.30pm
Tuesday, January 17 at 7.30pm
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A chance to find out more about the Rhythm of Life initiative and have your questions answered. Hosted by Bishop Tony Robinson and the Rhythm of Life Steering Group. To register your interest and to receive the Zoom meeting link, please email [email protected] |
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Events across the diocese |
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Saturday, October 8 at 10am |
If you love the city of Leeds and want to see thriving communities, businesses, and churches moulding it to look more like the kingdom of heaven, join like-minded people at this interactive workshop to explore how we can make that vision a reality. It will be hosted at Holy Trinity Boar Lane. Find out more here
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Tuesday, October 11 to Monday, October 31 |
Bolton Priory is hosting a touring piece of artwork by Luke Jerram consisting of a large moon measuring seven metres in diameter. They are also taking the opportunity to promote dialogue between science and religion and have drawn up a programme of lectures and preaching engagements. Find out more here
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Thursday, October 13 at 6.30pm |
An opportunity to learn more about Soul Art, a recent book by Shaeron Caton Rose about art and wellbeing. Shaeron and Linda Baines are co-founders of ReCreate, an organisation which offers creative retreats and art and wellbeing courses. It will be held at Shine found at St Stephen's Church, Bradford. Find out more here
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Global action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is imperative and yet individual nations can find it hard to commit to the polices required. Each year COP27 international climate change talks try to bring about this collaboration to protect God’s earth. Join others across the diocese in praying daily for the COP27 talks taking place from 6th-18th November in Egypt. Sign up to receive our daily prayer bulletin. |
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The latest edition of the Prayer Diary is now online to download.There are fresh prayers for Sudan as well as prayers for Tanzania. Download prayers here. |
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The Diocese of Leeds is pleased to share its toolkit for churches as part of its strategy for achieving carbon net zero by 2030: Saving Creation. The toolkit invites churches to start on the pathway to carbon net zero by taking six steps towards the goal. Access it here
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Leeds Diocesan News continues to be produced in digital form, containing important news and views from across the Diocese of Leeds. Download and view the latest September edition here. |
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The brutal conflict in Ukraine has triggered the largest war-related migration of people since the Balkan War of the 1990s. For all the latest information for parishes and individuals seeking to respond, from both the Diocese of Leeds and Church of England, please visit this page of our website. |
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The Rhythm of Life is offering two courses for parishes to run locally, one centred on Creationtide and the other called "Finding your Rhythm". Each contains six or seven sessions and serves as a stepping stone for further engagement with the Rhythm of Life. Find all the resources and details here. |
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Every Thursday morning, St Peter's Church in Harrogate welcomes families to their weekly toddler group. As well as serving their local community, it is a way of sharing the Good News of Jesus, leading to some attending St Peter's Sunday worship and even getting baptised. Watch the promo here
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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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Due to the upcoming retirement of the present post holder, St Wilfrid's wish to appoint a new Parish Administrator from 14th November 2022. They will be an enthusiastic team member with excellent personal and communication abilities. Find out more here
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A key post within the cathedral. They will work across departments and liaises with internal and external stakeholders. They will identify key messages for a wide range of audiences and the most effective ways of communicating with them using a variety of media to build, develop and enhance the cathedral’s story, ministry and outreach. Find out more here
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St Paul's are seeking a Director of Music to support their RSCM affiliated choir across all ages as well as being able to develop a worship band. Someone who is comfortable within both formal and informal worship settings. Find out more here
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Bradford Cathedral seeks to appoint two experienced and accomplished priests to fulfil the roles of Canon for Worship and Nature and Canon for Intercultural Mission & the Arts. Find out more 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 - Assistant Safeguarding Adviser
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Moves and Appointments
Rt Revd Arun Arora to be installed as a member of the College of Canons
Revd Malcolm Hendry has been granted Permission to Officiate in the Diocese of Leeds
Revd Sally Pickering to be Vicar of Steeton (0.5) (Bradford EA)
Revd David Macha to be Chaplain at Christ Church Amsterdam in the Diocese in Europe
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The Who's Who directory lists clergy & diocesan staff (email addresses & phone numbers). Access it here
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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 October 13. Area news stories to [email protected]
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