News
All the latest news is below.
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18 Jul 2019
Churches urged to help Christian Aid tackle crisis and build resilience as floods devastate parts of South Asia
Christian Aid is urging churches across the Diocese of York to support an appeal offering a lifeline to those impacted by torrential rain, floods and landslides that have displaced millions of people across India, Bangladesh and Nepal.
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17 Jul 2019
Rock Mass brings Boston Spa Festival to a fiery finale
A service of Holy Communion with a difference provided the grand finale to a weekend of community celebrations and activities in Boston Spa.
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17 Jul 2019
Historic South Holderness churches throw the doors open over August Bank Holiday weekend
Fourteen of the churches in the Deanery of South Holderness, East Riding of Yorkshire, will hold an 'Open Churches Weekend' over the August Bank Holiday from Saturday 24th to Monday 26th August 2019.
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17 Jul 2019
‘Vision, commitment and sheer hard work;’ Barlow is a ‘Good’ School.
Barlow Church of England Primary School has been judged ‘Good’ by OFSTED following their June 2019 Inspection, having been rated as Requiring Improvement in March 2017.
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15 Jul 2019
Meet the Generous Giving Team... the movie!
As the Diocesan Generous Giving Team approaches its first birthday, meet Team Leader Jo Beacroft-Mitchell and Advisers Sammi Tooze and David Smallwood - and learn what they can do for you in your church, working towards our goal of every church achieving sustainable finances.
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12 Jul 2019
Hull Minster to be first church outside the Vatican to host Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel masterpiece
A must-see exhibition of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel masterpiece will allow people to see the iconic work for the first time in a church other than in the Vatican. “Michelangelo – A Different View” displays Michelangelo’s world-famous work up close for the first time, giving visitors unprecedented access to the artist’s magnificent paintings which adorn the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Rome
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12 Jul 2019
The Bible in scarecrows at Thorngumbald Scarecrow Event
The Thorngumbald Scarecrow Trail and Village Show weekend took place over the 6th and 7th July, and didn’t just raise money for the church and other village charities, but was also used by the local church as an opportunity for mission.
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12 Jul 2019
A 'Good' SIAMS for Bishop Wilton Church of England Primary School
Bishop Wilton Church of England Primary School achieves a 'Good' in their most recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) report.
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12 Jul 2019
"Excellent" SIAMS for St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Beverley
St Mary's Church of England Primary School has achieved the grade of 'Excellent' on their most recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) report.
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11 Jul 2019
Rob’s ministry to reach 20s-40s launched with wine, cake and coffee
Gifts of wine, coffee and chocolate cake were the unusual symbols of ministry which were presented to the Revd Rob Suekarran at his recent licensing service held at St Wilfrid’s Church, Brayton near Selby.
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08 Jul 2019
1100 Primary School leavers 'Step Forward' in five fantastic services
The Education team have been delighted to welcome over 1100 pupils to the five Leavers’ services over the last couple of weeks.
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08 Jul 2019
The Belfrey organ finds new home in St Lawrence's
The beautiful 19th century organ of St Michael le Belfrey, York, will be restored, rebuilt, and installed in nearly St Lawrence's Church as part of The Belfrey’s Impact Project.
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04 Jul 2019
Diocesan Synod Report, 22 June 2019
Diocesan Synod met at Manor Church of England Academy, York, on a warm Saturday, 22nd June 2019.
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04 Jul 2019
Service of commemoration: 75th anniversary of the Battles of Kohima and Imphal
Seven veterans of the Battle of Kohima and the Burma Campaign, widely regarded as the turning point of the land war in South East Asia (1941-1945), laid wreaths at a service in Dean’s Park, York Minster, commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Battles of Kohima and Imphal on the 4th July.
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01 Jul 2019
Archbishop Leads Yorkshire Schools Pilgrimage to Taizé
The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, is leading over 100 students and staff from schools in Yorkshire on a pilgrimage to Taizé.
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01 Jul 2019
Day of celebrations for St Helen's, Escrick
The successful completion of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, which supported “Walking through the centuries with a Legless Knight” project at St Helen’s Church, Escrick, was celebrated with a day of varied activities and thanksgiving.
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01 Jul 2019
Welcome to The Journal and The Briefing
The Diocese of York has launched two new fortnightly newsletters to keep you informed on news and events.
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28 Jun 2019
To the Saints of the Diocese of York
The Archdeacon of Cleveland, Sam Rushton, writes about first fruits.
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28 Jun 2019
South Kilvington Church of England Primary School achieves a 'Good' SIAMS
South Kilvington Church of England Primary School has achieved a 'Good' in their most recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) report.
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28 Jun 2019
Archaeologists delve into history and pave way for exciting future for Hull Minster
Archaeology work has begun as the prelude to an exciting new extension to house a visitor and heritage centre at Hull’s historic Minster. A £3.9m grant from Highways England is enabling Hull Minster to realise its ambitions to build the glass, bronze and stone extension on the 700-year-old church.
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28 Jun 2019
Cherry Burton teacher achieves place on the UK Parliament Teacher Ambassador Programme
In February this year, Beverley and Holderness MP Graham Stuart wrote to all schools in his constituency encouraging teachers to attend the UK Parliament Teacher Ambassador Programme. This programme is a fully-funded three-day course that runs from 1 – 3rd July 2019 and aims to equip teachers with the knowledge to inspire children about British values and our political system.
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28 Jun 2019
"A guiding influence, encyclopedic knowledge, and kindness shared with the world" ~ remembering Lord John Habgood
The 95th Archbishop of York, Lord John Staplyton Habgood was remembered by friends and family at York Minster on Thursday 27th June.
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21 Jun 2019
Archbishop to ordain deacons to serve in the Diocese of York
The Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, will ordain new deacons to serve in the Diocese of York during a service in York Minster beginning at 10.00am on Sunday 30th June 2019.
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20 Jun 2019
'Walking in prayer is a powerful way of making retreat' ~ A pilgrimage for Thy Kingdom Come
Philip West, Assistant Curate to South Holderness Deanery Churches, reflects on his 120-mile walk over the 11 days of Thy Kingdom Come, from Ascension to Pentecost.
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20 Jun 2019
Selby Abbey secures National Lottery funding
Selby Abbey has more than just it's 950 years to celebrate, with a recently secured grant of £45,000 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
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20 Jun 2019
A 'Good' SIAMS for Roos Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Roos Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has achieved a 'Good' in their most recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) Report.
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16 Jun 2019
Archbishop ordains priests to serve in the Diocese of York
Seven women and two men were ordained priest by the Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, at a service in York Minster on Sunday 16th June 2019.
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14 Jun 2019
Leavers Services 2019
The Diocese of York Education team is looking forward to welcoming its Year 6 pupils from Church primary schools and Year 2 pupils from Church infant schools to the inaugural Leavers’ Services in late June and early July.
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11 Jun 2019
David starts out on new 20s to 40s role with the gift of a blank sheet
A map, a Bettys goody-bag and a blank sheet of paper were the three unusual items presented to newly appointed 20s to 40s minister, the Revd David Johnson, during his recent licensing service at All Saints, Northallerton.
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07 Jun 2019
Introducing our new Multiply website
This week, we launched our Multiply initiative with a fantastic new website – www.multiplyreach.org.
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07 Jun 2019
Shipton by Beningbrough Forest of Galtres Anglican/Methodist Primary Academy achieves 'Good' in recent SIAMS
Shipton by Beningbrough Forest of Galtres Anglican/Methodist Primary Academy has achieved a 'Good' in its most recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) report.
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04 Jun 2019
Archbishop appoints acting Archdeacon of York
The Archbishop of York has appointed the Reverend Canon John Weetman as the Acting Archdeacon of York. John will begin his role with effect from 1 July 2019 and will continue to serve as Vicar at Selby Abbey.
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31 May 2019
Cake, Coffee, Chat – what’s not to like?
While Christian Aid's recent campaigns have focused on their 'Big Brekkie' fundraising breakfasts, thoughts at Lythe Church of England Primary School near Whitby were turning from the morning fry-up towards the sociable fund-raising possibilities of afternoons.
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31 May 2019
New funding to support work with children and young people has launched
Allchurches Trust has launched a new grants programme – Growing Lives – aimed at helping churches and Christian organisations throughout the UK and Ireland to connect with children and young people and forge lasting links with families in their local area.
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24 May 2019
Public Consultation Meeting: the next Archbishop of York
A public consultation meeting to discuss the requirements for the next Archbishop of York will take place at The Belfrey Hall, Stonegate, York YO1 8AS, from 7.30pm to 9.00pm on Monday 17th June 2019.
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24 May 2019
Bangers and Mash - a wonderfully sociable time
"The singing got increasingly enthusiastic as the evening progressed," admits Rector of Rural East York and Area Dean of Derwent the Revd Nick Bird, as he faces calls "to do it all again very soon".
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24 May 2019
A 'Good' SIAMS for Fylingdales Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Fylingdales Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has received a 'Good' in their most recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) report.
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24 May 2019
50 for 50 before 50 ~ Reverend Nick Bird's charity run
Vicar of Dunnington, Holtby, Stockton-on-the-Forest and Warthill, and avid running enthusiast Revd Nick Bird will be celebrating his 50th year on earth by running 50 miles. This is not only to celebrate this milestone birthday, but also in order to raise money for Carecent – and the 50 homeless people that the charity provides clothes, friendship, and a place to wash for.
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21 May 2019
Multiply Day draws lay and clergy concerned for growth from across the diocese
Lay and clergy from all corners of the Diocese of York have taken part in the first ever 20s to 40s workshop held in York at the weekend (Saturday 18 May).
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20 May 2019
Drax Church takes a lead in rural crime prevention
Curate of Carlton and Drax the Revd Becky Allright is taking a lead with local councillors in measures to combat crime in the quiet village of Drax near Selby with an event about Crime Prevention on June 8th, 3.00pm to 5.00pm, in Drax Village Hall.
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20 May 2019
Twenty-Five years of women as priests in the Diocese of York
May 2019 sees the 25th anniversary of the first ordinations of women to the priesthood in the Diocese of York.
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17 May 2019
An enriching visit from Abaana New Life Choir
Archbishop Holgate’s School enjoyed a true ‘highlight of the year’ with Abaana New Life Choir’s visit this week.
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15 May 2019
Toilets and Technology; what future for the rural church?
Local churches should learn to see themselves as assets in their communities, as community enablers, networkers and story tellers who have been in business for 2000 years, said the Revd Caroline Pinchbeck, speaking to 28 people who met at Wydale Hall in May to discuss ‘Futures for the Rural Church’.
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14 May 2019
A wonderful Royal Smile
Setting aside her roles as Lay Dean of Scarborough, Lay Member of the Church of England’s General Synod representing the Diocese of York and consequent membership of Diocesan Synod, the Diocesan Pastoral and Property Committees, the Diocesan Board of Finance and the Vacancy-in-See Committee, not to mention her work on the Deaneries Development Group and much, much more, Ros Brewer is still surprised to have been nominated to receive the Royal Maundy this year in recognition of her service to the church and community.
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10 May 2019
Wilberfoss Church of England Primary School achieves "Good" in recent SIAMS
Wilberfoss Church of England Primary School has received a 'Good' in their most recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS) report.
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07 May 2019
Appointing the next Archbishop of York; a prayer and some questions
The Bishop of Hull, the Rt Revd Alison White, has written a prayer for use by churches, groups and individual people throughout the Diocese of York. And after we pray, we're invited to consider some questions about the next Archbishop and contribute to the consultation process.
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07 May 2019
Saying farewell to Archdeacon Sarah
It's been announced today that Archdeacon of York Sarah Bullock will be leaving soon to be the next Bishop of Shrewsbury in the Diocese of Lichfield. Due to the short timescale before her consecration at St Paul's Cathedral, London, on the 3rd July, there is no opportunity for a single large-scale farewell service for Sarah in the Diocese of York.
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07 May 2019
Archdeacon of York to be Bishop of Shrewsbury
The Venerable Sarah Bullock, Archdeacon of York, is to be the new Area Bishop of Shrewsbury in the Diocese of Lichfield.
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06 May 2019
Former Teesside Vicar to be Bishop of Norwich
A former Teesside Vicar has been appointed the 72nd Bishop of Norwich following the retirement of the Right Reverend Graham James.
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30 Apr 2019
Sharing the Vision…. First ever 20s to 40s workshop day to be held in York
For the first time, a day is being held to help churches across the Diocese of York to reach out to those in their 20s, 30s and 40s.