Diocese of Leeds News

 DIOCESE OF LEEDS EVENTS - 19th July 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.

LEEDS CATHEDRAL GUIDED TOURS SUMMER PROGRAMME: A Free Guided Tour will take place on the following Saturdays during the spring and summer months: 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. 

CATHOLIC CARE GARDEN PARTY: Join us on Sunday 19^th 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.

SUMMER FAYRE AT THE BRIERY, ILKLEY: Sunday 19^th July 2-4pm All are welcome to come and enjoy our delicious scones, browse our large selection of craft and book stalls, relax in the house and gardens, and of course try your luck at the raffle and tombola! Entry by donation. The Briery Retreat Centre, 38 Victoria Ave, Ilkley LS29 9BW.

CANTONESE MASS IN LEEDS: Friday 24th July 2026 at 6.00pm in St Francis of Assisi church, Westfield Road, Morley LS27 9NF, celebrated by Fr Bruno Lepeu, with Confessions from 5.15pm. After Mass, there will a gathering in the parish hall, to which you are warmly invited - please bring along some light refreshments or snacks to share.

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^st August 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

ONE & THREE PEAKS CHALLENGE IN SUPPORT OF ST PATRICK'S MISSION: Saturday, August 8, St Patrick's Mission will be hiking the Yorkshire Three Peaks to support the ongoing ministry in Bradford city centre. We are grateful for anyone who would like to hike with us, or who would like to volunteer to help on the day or simply donate to the cause! To sign up, https://www.stpatricksmission.co.uk/event/one-and-three-peak-challenge or to donate, https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/spm-peaks26

MAKING WISER CHOICES: Wednesday 16^th September 10am-4pm. A day of reflection led by popular writer Margaret Silf.  Requested offering £50pp to include lunch and all refreshments. For further information and to book, please contact 01943 607287 or admin@briery.org.uk

SEPTEMBER PILGRIMAGE TO MALTA; There are places available on the St Mary's Parish, Halifax pilgrimage to Malta this September, In the Footsteps of St Paul. 21^st – 24^th September flying from Manchester Airport. We will visit St. Paul’s Grotto, St John’s Co-Cathedral, the Ta’ Pinu Basilica and the church of St Paul's shipwreck. For more information please email office.stmary.halifax@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or call Tangney Tours and ask to speak to Rae on: 01732886666

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.

LEEDS CATHEDRAL – AUGUST TIMETABLE INFORMATION: Leeds Cathedral will be closed on weekdays throughout August to enable essential works on the lighting system. Mass will be held in Cathedral Hall, times will vary to the usual schedule. Please see the attached flyer or the Cathedral website for more information.

LEEDS CATHEDRAL – AUGUST TIMETABLE INFORMATION: Leeds Cathedral is undertaking some essential works to upgrade the lighting system throughout August. To ensure health & safety, the Cathedral will be unable to open on weekdays for the duration of the works. Monday – Wednesday in Cathedral Hall: Access from 11.30am, Rosary at 12noon, Mass at 12.30pm. Thursday & Friday in Cathedral Hall: Access from 10am, Rosary at 10.30am, Mass at 11am. Mass will be held in the Cathedral at 5.30pm on Fridays (Access from 5pm, Evening Prayer at 5.10pm), and at the usual times on Saturday and Sunday. There will be no confessions on weekdays.

RELIGIOUS FREEDOM UNITED NATIONS PETITION: Aid to the Church in Need has launched its first-ever global petition on religious freedom, calling on governments and the United Nations to do more to defend the right to believe, and to ensure that those responsible for persecution are held to account. Stand in solidarity with the persecuted Church and give witness to the importance of religious freedom for all. To add your voice please scan the attached QR code.

MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS – PASTORAL RESOURCES: The Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development has prepared some resources, aimed at facilitating the understanding and in-depth analysis of Pope Leo XIV’s recent Encyclical Magnifica Humanitas. The resources are available at the following website: https://www.humandevelopment.va/en/magnifica-humanitas/risorse/kit-pastorale.html

AFGHAN WELCOME PROJECT: Dioceses across the North-West are partnering with Catholic Care (Leeds) to help Afghan families resettle in the UK with support from local communities. We are seeking volunteers, community groups, landlords and property owners to get involved. Join our free webinar (dates listed on link) to learn more: www.caritassalford.org.uk/event/afghan-welcome-webinar

Or for further information, email: resettlement@caritassalford.org.uk

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

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

DIOCESE OF LEEDS JOB VACANCY:  The Finance Department of the Diocese of Leeds is looking to recruit a Diocese Finance Coordinator. Strong Excel skills and an openness to working with volunteers is essential. Pease visit  www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/vacancies/ for details.

CATHOLIC CARE RECRUITMENT: Schools Social Worker – 26.25 hours per week over 3.5 days. Salary £ 32,105 - £37,018 depending on experience. Based across Wakefield & Pontefract. Must be qualified and registered with SWE. Care Bank Residential Childcare Workers needed for our children’s residential home in Wakefield or Keighley. Applicants must have a current and valid UK driving licence. £15.07 / Hr inclusive 

Please send CV to recruitment@catholic-care.org.uk  or download application form from website.