Diocese of Leeds Faith Formation

19/03/2026

✨Ecumenical Taizé Service of the Word✨

Join us this Saturday at St Anne’s Cathedral for an Ecumenical Taizé Service of the Word with Bishop Marcus Stock and Bishop Smitha Prasadam from 1–3:30pm.

Experience quiet prayer, reflective music, and moments of shared unity.

A brother from the Taizé Community will offer a talk afterwards, and light refreshments will be served. All are welcome.

17/03/2026

17/03/2026

16/03/2026

St Patrick: From Captive to Missionary

St Patrick's story reminds us that God can transform suffering into mission. Once enslaved in Ireland, Patrick later returned in love to share the Gospel. He taught the mystery of the Holy Trinity: one God in three Persons.

May St Patrick intercede for us, that we may trust God in hardship, forgive generously, and courageously share our faith wherever we are planted.

💚How can you share your faith today?

St Patrick, pray for us.

☘️

16/03/2026

In Episode 4 of Journey to Easter, we reflect on the Gospel of the man born blind and what it means to truly see with the eyes of faith.

Nicola, Emma and Fr Phil explore the Lenten call to almsgiving, charity and accompaniment: noticing the people around us, giving our time, and sharing the joy of the Gospel in everyday encounters.

Because sometimes the most powerful witness isn’t big gestures… it’s simple acts of kindness.

🎧 Listen now Amazon, Apple, Spotify or the Adult Formation website and continue the Journey to Easter.

15/03/2026

15/03/2026

March’s At the Foot of the Cross podcast has somehow found its way into the middle of the month where it should be. As such, our Director of Mission and regular guest Abbot Hugh Allan has the opportunity to offer a few words on Laetare Sunday (15 March). Laetare is Latin for ‘rejoice’ and on [...

15/03/2026

This week's sung Masses at Leeds Cathedral - including the feast of St Patrick and the solemnity of St Joseph.
Elsewhere this morning, Bishop Konstant Youth Choir are singing Mass at St Austin's (Wakefield), Bradford Catholic Boys Choir at St Joseph's (Bradford), the Cathedral Choir School (Holy Rosary and St Anne's) Choir at Holy Rosary (Leeds), and pupils from St Patrick's Schools in Huddersfield and Elland at St Patrick's (Huddersfield).
In addition, our Cathedral Organist, Benjamin Newlove, gives the second recital in his series of the complete Bach organ works this afternoon at 4pm in the cathedral.

14/03/2026

Laetare Sunday - Rejoice!

Halfway through Lent, the Church pauses to remind us of joy.

"Laetare" means rejoice - because even in a season of repentance, God's mercy is already at work.

Like the rose vestments we see today, our faith tells us that hope is breaking through. Christ is drawing near, renewing our hearts, and calling us to trust in His love.

As we continue our Lenten journey, may we rejoice not because the road is easy, but because God is faithful.

11/03/2026

09/03/2026

How can we help to foster a sense of God's call? Here are some easy steps to encouraging those around you to consider a vocation!

09/03/2026

✨“Go and make disciples” – You’re Invited!✨

Join us for a beautiful day of reflection with the Dominican Sisters of St Joseph, as together we explore our mission to share the faith with joy, confidence, and hope.

🕊️ Prayer
✝️Input & Sharing
⛪ Mass celebrated by Bishop Marcus Stock

📅 Saturday 9th May 2026
🕙 10am – 3pm
📍 Hinsley Hall

This free day offers an opportunity to pause, be nourished spiritually, and connect with others. Lunch is included, and all are welcome!

To book your place (by Friday 1st May):
📧 [email protected]
or use this link https://forms.office.com/e/um4Fa0wL1r

Come and be refreshed, encouraged, and inspired in your faith. We’d love to see you there! 💛