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Welcome

The Diocese of York is the Church of England between the Rivers Humber and Tees, and from the Yorkshire coast westwards to around the A1.

A family of 579 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.

The Diocese of York is a network of worshipping communities grouped in a number of ways and served by a range of structures and people. As a Diocese we are 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. 

The Diocese of York is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults and creating protective and supportive environments where all people, and especially those who may be vulnerable, are able to worship and pursue their faith journey in safety.

As Christian people, we are called to a lifelong journey of discipleship. Discipleship is a way of life as followers of Jesus, and is at the heart of our faith. It is about how we live, the place of prayer, the decisions we make, the way we build relationships, the way we shape our actions and behaviours – all leading us to become more like Christ and grow into the people God creates us to be.

The love of God is ours for life, and the church has a long tradition of prayers, services and occasions to help you experience that love as you celebrate, mourn or mark changes. 

These include Christenings and Baptisms, Confirmations, Weddings, Funerals.

We’ve received external funding to help us to grow churches of missionary disciples and reach people we currently don’t.

Mustard Seed

Mustard Seed

Growing disciples in places where life is tough.

Multiply

Multiply

Reaching those we currently don’t.

Growing Healthy Churches

Growing Healthy Churches

Investing in our local churches to help them grow and develop as they live Christ’s story.

Latest events occurring across the diocese to equip, support and disciple.