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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.
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialThe Revd Dr Tim Kelly was collated and installed as Archdeacon of the East Riding at York Minster this afternoon. Please pray for Tim and the churches he’ll serve. You’re invited to a service welcoming him at Emmanuel Church, Bridlington, on Sunday 18 October at 6.30 pm.
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialThis week, we gathered at York Minster for a special service of thanksgiving, celebrating the Mustard Seed ‘Stepping Up’ programme and Community Ministers from across our diocese. 🙏 Thank you to everyone who has been part of Mustard Seed's journey so far. We look forward to seeing what grows next!
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialTo mark #BlackHistoryMonth, you are invited to a special Service of the Word at Hull Minster on Sunday 25 October, 2.30pm–4pm. #BHM
@dioceseofyork.bsky.social🔎 You can also find more AI guidance for parishes on our website under Parish Support.
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialIf you joined our Getting Started with AI webinar and want to go further, this practical session explores how personalising Copilot can help you get more useful results while keeping you in control: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9ff504...
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialOur Advent and Christmas resource hub brings together ideas for worship, prayer, reflection, children and young people, and personal discipleship: dioceseofyork.org.uk/advent
@bishopbarry.bsky.socialReposted by @dioceseofyork.bsky.socialBlessed time this afternoon to share Eucharist and tea with 'retired' clergy, clergy spouses, widows and widowers @dioceseofyork.bsky.social So precious to be all together.
@dioceseofyork.bsky.social📅 Save the dates for One Faith, One Baptism ✝️
Join Archbishop Stephen and our bishops for a series of Lent lectures exploring what it means to celebrate, commend, and share our baptismal faith.
Find out more and register your interest: dioceseofyork.org.uk/lent-lecture...
@dioceseofyork.bsky.social@dioceseofyork.bsky.social📣 Recordings from our 2026 diocesan conference are now available to watch online, giving you the chance to revisit the sessions, conversations, and reflections from our three days together. Follow the link below. 👇️
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialThe Archbishop of York is joining us in Middlesbrough on Friday 2 October for an evening exploring the Lord’s Prayer with music, prayer, and reflections from local people.
All are welcome: dioceseofyork.org.uk/lptboro
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialThe Revd Andrew Gready has been licensed by @bishopbarry.bsky.social as Chaplain to communities supporting Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller people across the diocese.
The new role will support churches already working alongside GRT communities, and encourage welcome and understanding.
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@dioceseofyork.bsky.social“As a Christian I deal not in optimism… but in hope.”
Writing for the Church of England, Bishop of Whitby Barry Hill reflects on recent events in #Middlesbrough and the deeper challenges facing the town.
@bishopbarry.bsky.socialReposted by @dioceseofyork.bsky.socialGood today to license Andrew Gready as the new @dioceseofyork.bsky.social Chaplain to communities supporting Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities, and delighted to be joined by leaders of GRT Friendly Churches to explore next steps together.
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialJoin us on 17th October in Bridlington to find out more about how God might be calling you 📅
Find out more and book a free spot: dioceseofyork.org.uk/gne1
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialThe Lord’s Prayer is familiar to millions of Christians — but what do its words mean for the way we live today?
Archbishop Stephen brings his Lord’s Prayer Tour to St Martin’s Church, Middlesbrough, on Friday 2 October.
Find out more and book: dioceseofyork.org.uk/lptboro
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialAs part of its centenary year, St Mary the Virgin, Nunthorpe, joined up with Nunthorpe and Marton Knitters to create something special for the whole community. What’s bringing joy, hope, or connection in your parish this summer? Send a photo and your story to [email protected].
@dioceseofyork.bsky.socialThis #VolunteersWeek, we’re celebrating the Foundation Governors and MAT Trustees/Directors who give their time, skills, and commitment to support our church schools.
@dioceseofyork.bsky.social#Pentecost marked the beginning of the new North and South Mowbray team ministries. The teams will help churches share leadership, support one another, and strengthen local ministry across the deanery.
Read more: dioceseofyork.org.uk/new-deanery-...
