United Reformed Church in Yorkshire

02/06/2026

Join us for a practical and inspiring event Exploring Leading Your Church into Growth (LyCiG).

Sunday 28th June, 2 - 5pm at The Otley Bridge Church. Lunch will be served at 5pm.

This short event offers the chance to explore the LyCiG approach with an opportunity to sample the course material, hear stories from churches that are on the LyCiG journey and have experienced growth, and help to create a profile and outline opportunities for our Synod Champions to help congregations on the journey.

Whether you're a minister, elder, or an interested church member, a LyCiG expert, or simply wanting to know more, bring your heart for growth and discover what LyCiG could offer your congregation.

All are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there! Email [email protected] to book your place.

12/05/2026

The URC covers a wide breadth of theology and holding these different strands and conviction of these theologies is part of who we are. With the rise of Christian nationalism in UK and beyond, it can appear harder than ever to love and understand those who have a different point of view. The Joint Public Issues Team (JPIT) will lead this short session to equip you to thoughtfully address the rise of Christian nationalism with clarity, humility and faithfulness to the gospel. Participants will explore biblical teaching and political ideology, with practical ideas on how to engage in respectful and informed conversations, and how to foster a church culture rooted in Christ rather than national identity.

Book your place: www.bit.ly/T4lkingAbout

01/05/2026

Just 4 more days to book your tickets for the BIG Day Out! Get your tickets here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/theunitedreformedchurchyorkshireprovincetrustltd/2067409

Yorkshire Synod moderator, Jamie Kissack has the following message for you.

'It is exciting to hear how many of our Yorkshire churches are making their plans to travel to The Yorkshire Sculpture Park for our Synod Big Day Out. What a great opportunity to gather together in such a beautiful and inspiring place to enjoy the privilege of being part of such a diverse family of churches. It’s not to late to join the party, and bring friends and family to worship together, engage in the crafts and activities, or just enjoy the very special combination of landscape and art.'

29/04/2026

The Yorkshire Synod Youth Rep says hello:

'Hi my name is Jason Raddings and I am the youth rep for the next two years.

I am doing animal care and land management at college

I have been going to youth assembly for 3 years

I have been going to synod for 12 years

My hope for the year ahead is to talk to Churches and young people about what they want in the future. Role Models in the Church is going to be what I will work on.

My understanding of the role is that I am supporting Churches and young people on their journey.

My message is that I would love to come to different churches and talk to everyone who is interested in young people in the Church. I am here to help the Churches decide what they would like for youth related things in the Church.'

You can contact Jay using the email: [email protected]

28/04/2026

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐨𝐧!⁣
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This is a reminder that the first of three Synod Forums for 2026 is coming up very soon on:⁣
𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟗𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐮𝐝𝐬𝐞𝐲 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡, 𝐋𝐒𝟐𝟖 𝟖𝐏𝐍.⁣
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followed by:⁣
𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟑𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩, 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐛𝐲, 𝐘𝐎𝟖 𝟒𝐐𝐇.⁣

and:
𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐰'𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡, 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝, 𝐒𝟑 𝟕𝐑𝐐

The Forums are opportunities for fellowship and good conversation and the conversations will be faith-shaped around fostering a culture of genuine welcome. You are free to choose the date and venue that is best for you, and each will run from 10.30am – 1pm. Please do stay and share a ‘bring-your-own lunch’ and continue the conversations. ⁣
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We hope these events will be a chance for those with Synod roles to hear from local churches so that we can support and encourage one another. The Synod Forum is your place to have your voice heard, and to help shape the priorities of the Synod.

17/04/2026

Link to join www.bit.ly/FTbigquestions

15/04/2026

We are delighted that 4Front Theatre are returning to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park to perform another of their truly magnificent shows; The Fisherman's Tale.

Last year they had us all laughing and singing, from the toddlers to the teenagers and beyond, everyone got caught up in the show about Jesus’ timeless parable tales. This year they will bring us The Fisherman’s Tale. ‘The Fisherman’s Tail is a show not to be missed. It is a hearty all-age musical; about four humble fishermen whose everyday lives are blown out of the water when they are caught up in the whirlwind of Jesus’ life and miracles. With lots of catchy original tunes, this new take on the life and miracles of Jesus will guarantee to put the wind in your sails.’

Watch the video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlBQ2qwaW7g

Book your tickets for the BID Day Out here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/theunitedreformedchurchyorkshireprovincetrustltd/2067409

Fisherman's Tail is an hour long musical exploring the life and miracles of Jesus from the Fishermen disciples perspective.It is available for booking as a p...

15/04/2026

To be held at Bilton Grange URC on Saturday 16th May 10am-2pm..

07/04/2026

Members of Westfield URC, along with Churches Together in Wyke had a great weekend of celebrating the Good News of Easter, reaching out into their community. Firstly, Churches Together joined in for a Good Friday walk of witness and outside service. They also organised an Easter Egg Trail where deco...