Diocese of Leeds News

DIOCESE OF LEEDS EVENTS - 14th June 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.

HOW TO READ SAINT PAUL: This short course, led by Fr Mark Jarmuz, will look at Saint Paul’s life and letters, exploring what we can learn about the man and his teachings for our Faith. Location: SS John Fisher & Thomas More Parish Hall, Bradford Road, Burley in Wharfedale LS29 7PX. Dates: Wednesdays 7pm-8:30pm, 17 June, 24 June. To book a place please email: mark.jarmuz@dioceseofleeds.org.uk

LEEDS CATHEDRAL GUIDED TOURS SUMMER PROGRAMME: A Free Guided Tour will take place on the following Saturdays during the spring and summer months: 20 June, 18 July and 8 August, when the tours start 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. 

FINDING NEWNESS IN OLD AGE - ONLINE REFLECTION: Tuesday 23rd June, 7-8pm. Leeds Diocese older people’s charity Growing Old Grace-fully is hosting a hour-long Zoom reflection exploring how growing older can be seen a positive experience. 

To book a place, please email growing.old.gracefully@dioceseofleeds.org.uk

ST. AIDAN'S MIRFIELD PARISH MISSION: Mon 22nd June-Wed 24th 2026. Led by Sr Briege McKenna & Fr Pablo Escriva de Romani. This is an opportunity to renew our faith and draw closer to Jesus. Sr Briege & Fr Pablo are known for their ministry of healing, preaching and have seen many miracles! For further details please ring 01924 492950 or email office.staidan@dioceseofleeds.org.uk

BEREAVEMENT ACCOMPANIMENT TRAINING: Elizabeth Prout Bereavement Care are offering a two-day training course in bereavement accompaniment on Mondays 22^nd & 29^th June 2026 at The Briery Retreat Centre in Ilkley. The cost is £70 and includes a cooked 2 course lunch and refreshments on both days. For more information, please email epbereavementcare@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or contact The Briery on 01943 607287.

NEW LIFE THROUGH WATER AND THE HOLY SPIRIT RETREAT DAY FOR NEW CATHOLICS: The Faith Formation team within the Vicariate for Education warmly invites newly received Catholics to a retreat day exploring the gift of new life in Christ, including time for prayer and fellowship, celebrating the adventure of faith together. Saturday 27 June, 10.00am–3.00pm, Briery Retreat Centre, Ilkley, £35 per person (including lunch). Further information/booking, please contact the Briery 01943 607287 or admin@briery.org.uk.

SUMMER CONCERT OF THE HAREWOOD CONSORT: at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Moortown, 5 July, 7pm. Programme: Pergolesi’s Stabat Mater and Bach Cantata “Es ist dir gesagt”. Orchestra, Choir, Soloists and Narrator. Conductor: Eduardo Portal Martín. Tickets on the door or at https://www.harewoodconsort.com 

FOUNTAINS ABBEY MASS: Mass for the Feast of St Benedict, Tuesday 14^th July, 12noon. All welcome. More details at https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/fountains-abbey-and-studley-royal-water-garden/events

CATHOLIC CARE GARDEN PARTY: Join us on Sunday 19th July 12.30pm at Catholic Care Head Office for our summer fundraiser! Enjoy live music from Voices of Yorkshire, a BBQ, games, raffles, cakes and more. Browse the clothes and book sale, try henna and relax with friends and family. Free entry and all proceeds support Catholic Care’s vital work in the local community.

WEBELIEVE FESTIVAL OF CATHOLIC LIFE: 24-27^th July 2026, an unmissable opportunity to discover the traditions and charisms that flow through the Church, to grow in authentic community, and to encounter the transforming love of God, with parishes and families in mind. Four days of music, keynotes, conversation & worship, in the beautiful surroundings of St Mary’s College, Oscott. Tickets and more information available now at: www.webelievefestival.com

PILGRIMAGE OF REPARATION AND PRAYER FOR THE SANCTITY OF LIFE: Saturday, 1^stAugust 2026, Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham. Pilgrim Mass 12:00noon. Eucharistic Adoration, Stations of the Cross, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Litany of Life and Benediction, Rosary and a silent walk as an Act of Reparation. The pilgrimage will be concluded by a Prayer for England and the Salve Regina. For further details, please visit prolifepilgrimage.org.

INDIVIDUALLY GUIDED RETREAT: 4^th-13^th August (6-day option to 11^th). There are still a few places for IGR at The Briery. For more information and to book contact The Briery on 01943 607287 admin@briery.org.uk

ADOREMUS EUCHARISTIC FESTIVAL 2026: SAVE THE DATES: 10 - 11^th October. This year, after major Eucharistic events in Liverpool and Birmingham, the Adoremus Eucharistic Festival turns to London over two days. The event will include Mass in Southwark Cathedral, a keynote address, a procession of the Blessed Sacrament, Benediction and an all-night vigil in Westminster Cathedral. More details to follow.

WORLD YOUTH DAY 2027: The Diocese of Leeds Youth Service are excited to be offering this once in a lifetime opportunity to go on pilgrimage to Seoul, South Korea for World Youth Day 2027 as part of a Northern Diocesan Partnership! For more information and to apply, please email: youth@dioceseofleeds.org.uk

LEEDS INTERNATIONAL ORGAN FESTIVAL: Join us at Leeds Cathedral for the Leeds International Organ Festival, featuring a series of recitals by outstanding organists from across the UK and around the world. Mondays up to 13th July, 1.15pm, Leeds Cathedral – free entry. For more information visit https://www.leedsiof.org/home

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   

MARRIAGE SUPPORT: If you are just in a rut or for more serious issues – Retrouvaille could be the solution. www.retrouvaille.org.uk +44 797 338 0443

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICERS VACANCIES: The Diocese of Leeds invite applications for Chief Financial Officers in St Carlo Acutis and Blessed Chira Badano Catholic Education Trusts. Closing date: Wednesday 17^th June. For an informal & confidential discussion, please contact Kieron Flood, education.admin@dioceseofleeds.org.uk. For further information, please see the poster at the back of church.

DIOCESE OF LEEDS MUSIC VACANCY: WE WISH TO APPOINT A PART-TIME, MATERNITY COVER CHORAL DIRECTOR TO WORK IN THE SCHOOLS SINGING PROGRAMME IN LEEDS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT DOLMUSIC.UK/VACANCIES OR CONTACT RECRUITMENT@DIOCESEOFLEEDSMUSIC.ORG.UK. CLOSING DATE: 15 JUNE 2026, 5 PM.

CATHOLIC CARE RECRUITMENT: SENIOR RESIDENTIAL CHILDCARE WORKER, RESIDENTIAL CHILDCARE WORKERS & CARE BANK WORKERS NEEDED FOR OUR CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL HOMES IN WAKEFIELD. PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR A RECRUITMENT PACK OR EMAIL ALEXANDRA.SMITH@CATHOLIC-CARE.ORG.UK. SUPPORT WORKERS REQUIRED FOR OUR SERVICES IN LEEDS & BRADFORD. PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS -WWW.CATHOLIC-CARE.ORG.UK/JOBS

closing date for all roles will be the 30^th June.