Diocese of Leeds News

DIOCESE OF LEEDS EVENTS - 29th March  2026 

Diocesan Events, Invitations from Parishes and other Organisations, listed chronologically.

JOIN BISHOP MARCUS IN PRAYING FOR VOCATIONS: Our Lady of Unfailing Help! Pray that the Lord of the Harvest will send labourers into His harvest and that He will grant an abundance of vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and religious life within the Diocese of Leeds, and throughout the world. Amen.

JUSTICE THEMED STATIONS OF THE CROSS FOR HOLY WEEK: Join us on 31^st March (Tuesday of Holy Week) at 7:30pm for an online Stations of the Cross service using prayers and reflections about contemporary justice issues. See www.leedsjp.org.uk to register and receive the Zoom link.

CHRISM MASS:  The annual Chrism Mass will take place on Wednesday of Holy Week (1^st April) at Leeds Cathedral at 11:00am. The sacred oils of Chrism, Catechumens and the Sick, used throughout the Diocese, will be blessed at the annual celebration. Our priests will also renew their priestly promises. All welcome to attend.

LEEDS CATHEDRAL GUIDED TOUR AT EASTER: A Free Guided Tour will take place on the Wednesday of Easter Week, 8th April at 1.30pm. The tour lasts about 1 hour.  No booking is required.  On arrival please gather by the Baptismal Font at the back of the Cathedral. 

DAY FOR CATECHISTS, CHILDREN'S LITURGY OF THE WORD: Saturday 11^th April, 10am-3pm, Hinsley Hall

The Vicariate for Education ran a very fruitful and well-attended day workshop for Children’s Liturgy of the Word catechists in January. This is a repeat of the previous session. Lunch included. Please register your free place no later than 3^rd April by emailing formation@dioceseofleeds.org.uk

ST AUGUSTINE’S YOUTH DAY: There will be a Youth Day on the 19^th April. The Youth Day is open to all children and young people. Lunch will be provided, along with an afternoon programme. Please note that children under 11 will need to be supervised. Please contact Cassandra at office.staugustines@dioceseofleeds.org.uk for more information/to register.

SVP AND CAFOD WORK EXPERIENCE: The St Vincent de Paul Society and CAFOD are working together to offer a week of free residential work experience for 20 young adults in England and Wales. The experience will run from 21st – 26th June in London. Candidates must be aged 18-25 years old, but priority will be given to those in their first or second year at university. Apply here: https://svp1.formstack.com/forms/work_experience_application_form_2026. Applications close on 6^thApril. For any queries, please contact KeziaH@svp.org.uk

A DAY WITH MARY, THE MOTHER OF JESUS: 10am-4pm Wednesday 6^th May at The Briery Retreat Centre, Ilkley. Join us for a day entitled ‘Do whatever he tells you’, to explore how Mary guides us towards a greater understanding and relationship with Jesus. Requested offering £35pp inclusive of a home-cooked two-course lunch and refreshments. For more information and to book, contact Beth on 01943 607287 or admin@briery.org.uk

"GO AND MAKE DISCIPLES" DAY OF REFLECTION: Saturday 9^th May, 10am-3pm, Hinsley Hall. A day of reflection with the Dominican Sisters of St Joseph on our mission to share the faith. Explore the implications of the Great Commission and our call from God to make disciples of all nations, as well as some practical ways to pass on the faith. An uplifting day for all! Lunch included. Register your free place by Friday 1^st May by emailing formation@dioceseofleeds.org

6-DAY PREACHED RETREAT: “Fire to the Earth! Rediscovering the Surprising Freshness of Jesus through His Parables” Led by Fr Eamonn Mulcahy CSSp 10^th – 16^th June at The Briery Retreat Centre, Ilkley. Requested offering £675pp fully inclusive, or £250 non-residential. For more information and to book, contact Beth on 01943 607287 or admin@briery.org.uk

CONSULTATION ON THE FUTURE OF THE DIOCESES OF LEEDS & MIDDLESBROUGH: As part of the consultation currently taking place across our two Dioceses, there is an opportunity for all clergy, religious and members of the lay faithful to contribute by completing an online questionnaire, either individually or as a parish group. Prayerful reflection should be given to the questions so that the Holy Spirit may guide this process of discernment. Prayer resources and a presentation are available on the diocesan website to support this process. Responses should be submitted no later than Friday, 22nd May 2026. For more information and to complete the questionnaire, please visit: https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/leeds-middlesbrough-consultation-2026/

ONLINE GOSPEL MEDITATIONS: Throughout the year, the Briery Retreat Team deliver fortnightly guided meditations via Zoom, with time for reflection and sharing. These are on Thursday from 7.30pm to 8.15pm. The 'doors' open at 7.15 for a chat and introductions. All are welcome. Register for the link by email admin@briery.org.uk   

DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2026: The 2026 Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place Friday 3^rd to Thursday 9^th July 2026. It is hoped that there will be two flights from Leeds. The booking process is now open. Bookings can be made online on https://www.tangney-tours.com/tours-and-pilgrimages/diocese-leeds/ or by phone direct with Tangney (01732 886666). 

RECRUITMENT FOR TWO CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS:  St Carlo Acutis Catholic Education Trust (SCACET) and Blessed Chiara Badano Catholic Education Trust (BCBCET). The Diocese of Leeds invite applications for these two positions. Start date: September 2026. Closing date: Monday 20^th April. For an informal and confidential discussion, please contact Kieron Flood, education.admin@dioceseofleeds.org.uk. 

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ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER - ACHIEVEMENT VACANCY: St. Mary’s, Menston, Start: September 2026. Closing date: Monday, 20 April 2026. Further info: bishopwheelercatholicacademytrust.org/Trust-Academy-Vacancies/. To discuss or arrange a visit, contact Ja.hughes@stmarysmenston.org

CATHOLIC CARE IS RECRUITING: Social Worker. Part time available to work 18.05 hours a week. Salary £32,105 - £37,018 pro rata, location: West Yorkshire. (Full UK Driving Licence Required). Email your CV or completed Application Form to recruitment@catholic-care.org.uk. Please see website for full details: www.catholic-care.org.uk

CATHOLIC CARE IS RECRUITING: Service Manager – Adult LD Services – Fixed Term for 6 months Salary £34,033 - £35,940 pro rata. Based across Leeds & Calderdale. Send CV to recruitment@catholic-care.org.uk

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER VACANCY: St Paulinus Catholic Primary School, Dewsbury. Start: September 2026. Closing date: Sunday 19^th April 2026. Visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/148485/EDV-2026-SPCPA-57364 for more details and to apply.