DIOCESE OF LEEDS EVENTS - 28th April 2024

CAFOD SUDAN CRISIS APPEAL: The war in Sudan has forced millions of people to flee their homes, creating one of the world’s largest humanitarian crises. The situation is quickly getting worse, and people caught up in the middle of the conflict are now facing yet another crisis – hunger. People are running out of food, water and medicine and many families continue to risk their lives fleeing their homes to escape the fighting. Please donate to help meet these urgent, basic needs.  https://cafod.org.uk/give/donate-to-emergencies/sudan-crisis-appeal

THE DAY OF PRAYER FOR VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS OF ABUSE: is observed on the Tuesday of the Fifth Week of Easter in England and Wales. This year’s focus is on communities who have been directly affected by allegations or convictions related to abuse – especially, but not exclusively, within the Church. This may be associated with clergy, a teacher in a local school, a leader of a Catholic group or other person or group whose investigation or conviction is likely to affect the wider community. It is intended to provide specific opportunities for all in the Catholic community to pray for the healing of those who have suffered abuse. A Mass will be offered at St Anne’s Cathedral, Leeds on Tuesday 30^th April at 12.30pm.  All welcome.

CAFOD/SVP GENERAL ELECTION PREPARATION: The Year of Encounter provides webinars and on-line resources providing information to enable Catholics to make better informed voting choices.
Saturday 4^th May, 11am. See Svp.org.uk/encounter to register.

COME AND SEE OPPORTUNITY:  For women interested in learning about Franciscan Religious Life. Saturday 4th May 2024. 11am - 4pm. Franciscan Convent. 52 Dalby Road, Melton Mowbray. LE13 0BP. Contact: Sr Dorothy Paul 01664562422. Email: srdorothypaul@gmail.com

HOLY SPIRIT WORKSHOP DAY: The final workshop led by the Diocesan Faith Formation team will take place on Saturday 4th May at St Stephen's, Skipton and Saturday 25th May at St Benedict's, Garforth. Join us for the morning workshop or afternoon worship and prayer (or both!) and explore the power of the Holy Spirit following the Catholic Parish Summit webinar Sent or Stuck: Where are your people going. Free event open to all. Please book with us at formation@dioceseofleeds.org.uk and don't forget to bring your packed lunch! 

DISCIPLESHIP DAYS: The Franciscan Friars of the Renewal will be holding monthly Discipleship Days at St Patrick's Church, Bradford, including Rosary, Holy Mass, Confessions, and Eucharistic adoration along with talks on Franciscan spirituality. 2024 marks 800 years since St Francis received the stigmata and the arrival of the first Franciscans in England. The next day will be held on Saturday 4^th May, 11:45am-4:30pm. 

BISHOP JOHN CROWLEY PREACHED RETREAT AT THE BRIERY:  8th – 14th May 2024. Finding our way home to God amid the sorrows and joys of life. “The whole of our spiritual journey revolves around these two things: we are troubled when we contemplate ourselves, and our troubles bring us to salvation; when we contemplate God we are restored by the joy of the Holy Spirit” (St Bernard of Clairvaux). Total offering is £642, fully inclusive with en-suite room. For more information please contact admin@briery.org.uk or 01943 607287.

MISSION HALIFAX COME & SEE:  Mission Halifax invite you to ‘Come & See’ – a monthly prayer group. Adoration, praise & worship, prayer, and opportunity for social time following. This month’s theme is ‘With Mary in the Upper Room’ with a talk from Fr Josh Hilton. All welcome. Friday 10 May, 7pm, St Patricks Church, Elland, HX5 0PU

LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR – CAR PARK SALE FUNDRAISER:  There will be a car park sale on Saturday 11^th May from 12:00noon until 4.00pm.  Sale of New Designer Clothing, Furniture, Bric-a-brac, and lots more!  Raising funds for the building of a new home at Mount St Joseph’s. 

GROWING OLD GRACE-FULLY ONLINE SESSIONS: Leeds Diocesan older people’s charity is hosting six online meetings this year. The first is Spirituality in Later Life: Praying Beyond Words, Tuesday 14^th May, 7:00pm with Fr Donal Lucy and Paula Shanks. To attend email growing.old.gracefully@dioceseofleeds.org.uk

CELEBRATION OF MARRIED LIFE: On Saturday 18^th May, there will be a special Celebration Mass for Married Life at Leeds Cathedral at 12noon for couples and their families celebrating their 25th (Silver), 40th (Ruby), 50th (Golden), 60th (Diamond) and 70^th (Platinum) wedding anniversaries this year. There will be an opportunity for couples, who wish to do so, to renew their marriage vows during the liturgy. If you are celebrating the anniversary of your wedding and you would like to take part in this celebration, please fill out the application form which is available at the back of church and return by 3^rd May.

LIVING LAUDATO SI’: Your Parish and your Planet - A residential week to help us in our mission to care for creation, especially through our parishes. Boarbank Hall, Cumbria 25th May-1st June 2024 or 5th-12th October 2024. For more information see: www.boarbankhall.org.uk To book, email margaret@boarbankhall.org.uk

REVISITING THE BASICS: What does the Church teach about society? For anyone interested in discovering, refreshing or deepening their understanding of Catholic Social Teaching. Boarbank Hall, Cumbria 28th June-1st July 2024. For more information see: www.boarbankhall.org.uk To book, email margaret@boarbankhall.org.uk

DIOCESAN LOURDES PILGRIMAGE: 5-11^th July 2024 from Leeds/Bradford Airport. Please book with Tangney Tours Tel: 01732 886666 or online: https://www.tangney-tours.com/tours-and-pilgrimages/diocese-leeds/. Further information is available at https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/lourdes-pilgrimage/. 

If you are interested in volunteering, (especially appealing for doctors, particularly GPs and nurses) please contact: lourdes.enquiries@dioceseofleeds.org.uk. Pre-departure Mass, Saturday 8^th June 11:30am, Leeds Cathedral. 

CENTENARY OF THE DEDICATION OF THE CATHEDRAL JULY 2024: On Thursday 18^th July at 11.30am, together with the Priests, Deacons, Religious and Lay Faithful, Bishop Marcus will celebrate a Solemn Pontifical Mass at the Cathedral Church of St Anne, the Mother Church of the Diocese of Leeds, to commemorate the 100^th Anniversary of the Cathedral’s Dedication. More information about the Cathedral’s centenary celebrations will be published in due course.

THINKING FAITH: Exploring our Catholic Beliefs Time out for working Catholics, to enjoy a holiday together, pray and reflect on an aspect of their faith. This year’s theme goes back to the basics. Boarbank Hall, Cumbria 27th July – 3rd August 2024. For more information see: www.boarbankhall.org.uk To book, email margaret@boarbankhall.org.uk

FAITH FORMATION SOCIAL MEDIA: We have set up new social media accounts for Lifelong Faith Formation and will be sharing upcoming opportunities, good news stories and updates. Please follow us on Twitter: @dolformation Instagram: @dolfaithformation Facebook: Diocese of Leeds Faith Formation 

WEEKLY ONLINE MEDITATIONS FROM THE BRIERY: Join us for a short meditation on the Sunday Gospel from 7.30pm to 8.15pm on Thursdays. The Zoom opens at 7.15pm for a chat. All are welcome. Register for Zoom link by emailing: admin@briery.org.uk or call 01943 607287.

DIOCESE OF LEEDS MUSIC VACANCIES: We wish to appoint a Choral Director, an Instrumental Tutor and a Whole-Class Ensemble Director. For more information, please request an application pack from recruitment@dioceseofleedsmusic.org.uk. Closing Date: Monday 13 May 2024, 12 noon.

CATHOLIC CARE VACANCIES:

Community Development Worker: £24,702 to SP11 £25,979 pro rata (dependent on qualifications and experience) Location: Harrogate, Knaresborough and Huddersfield Post: 22 Hours per week. Job share considered.

For further details and how to apply for this and all other posts, please visit: http://www.catholic-care.org.uk/recruit.../latest-vacancies/ or Telephone: 0113 3885400 to request an application form.

TEACHER OF ENGLISH (MATERNITY COVER) VACANCY: St. John Fisher Catholic Academy, Harrogate, Start: As soon as possible. Closing date: Monday, 29 April 2024. Further info: https://www.bishopwheelercatholicacademytrust.org/trust-vacancies To discuss or arrange a visit, contact Paula Deacon, office@sjfchs.org.uk

CLASS TEACHER (MATERNITY COVER) VACANCY: St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Otley. Start: Sept 2024. Closing date: Monday, 29 April 2024. Further info: https://www.bishopwheelercatholicacademytrust.org/trust-vacancies

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER VACANCY: St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Bradford. Start: September 2024. Closing date: Wednesday 1^st May 2024. For further info, please contact the school: 01274 727970 or office@sjbr.bcwcat.co.uk

DEPUTY HEADTEACHER VACANCY: Deputy Headteacher, St. Theresa’s Catholic Primary School, Leeds, Start: September 2024. Closing date: Monday 6^th May 2024. 

Further info: https://www.st-theresas.leeds.sch.uk/our-school/governors/vacancies-in-school

To discuss or arrange a visit, contact Mrs Ryan, headteacher@st-theresas.leeds.sch.uk. 

CLASS TEACHER VACANCY: Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Ilkley. Start: September 2024. Closing date: Wednesday, 08 May 2024. Further info: bishopwheelercatholicacademytrust.org  To discuss or arrange a visit, contact Heather Cheetham, Office Manager, office@sacredheart.bradford.sch.uk Further details attached.