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# Diocese of York

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## Posts
- [More than 120 church leaders gather to mark the conclusion of Revitalise](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/more-than-120-church-leaders-gather-to-mark-the-conclusion-of-revitalise/): Revitalise concludes as the diocese looks ahead to church renewal in 2027.
- [Help people find a warm welcome this Advent and Christmas](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/help-people-find-a-warm-welcome-this-advent-and-christmas/): Update your A Church Near You page to help first-time visitors, and those returning to church.
- [Mustard Seed celebration gives thanks for people ‘stepping up’ across the diocese](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/mustard-seed-celebration-gives-thanks-for-people-stepping-up-across-the-diocese/): A Service of Thanksgiving and Holy Communion took place at York Minster this week
- [Churches invited to explore new Covenant for Christian Healing ahead of Disability Awareness Sunday](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/churches-invited-to-explore-new-covenant-for-christian-healing-ahead-of-disability-awareness-sunday/): A new Covenant for Christian Healing is inviting churches to reflect on how they understand and practise healing today.
- [Candlelit Walk for Victims and Survivors](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/candlelit-walk-for-victims-and-survivors/): A journey of reflection, validation, solidarity, and hope.
- [One Faith, One Baptism: Lent Lectures invite us to live Christ’s story through baptism](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/lent-lectures-2027/): This Lent, explore what it means to celebrate, commend, and share our baptismal faith.
- [Thirteen new lay ministers to be licensed](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/thirteen-new-lay-ministers-to-be-licensed/): Thirteen new lay ministers will be licensed during a Service on Saturday 12th September at 10.30am in York Minster.
- [People on the Move – September 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/people-on-the-move-september-2026/): Movements of clergy and others, into, out of and between posts in the Diocese of York.
- [Sharing God’s love at York Pride](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/sharing-gods-love-at-york-pride-2/): Before we fully embrace the longer nights and look ahead to Advent and Christmas, we take a moment to look back at one of the many stories of Living Christ’s Story across our diocese this summer.
- [Celebration of Lay Ministries Service](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/celebration-of-lay-ministries-service-3/): Saturday 12th September at 10.30am in York Minster
- [People on the Move -August 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/people-on-the-move-august-2026/): Movements of clergy and others, into, out of and between posts in the Diocese of York.
- [New Building Management Portal to replace Online Faculty System  ](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/new-building-management-portal/): The Building Management Portal (BMP) is the new national digital platform for managing church building applications.
- [Celebrating the Festival of Creation in Christ](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/celebrating-the-festival-of-creation-in-christ/): Churches across the Diocese of York are preparing to celebrate the new Festival of Creation in Christ for the first time.
- [Peace Pilgrimage marks 800 years since the death of St Francis](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/peace-pilgrimage-marks-800-years-since-the-death-of-st-francis/): Pilgrims travelling across England to mark 800 years since the death of St Francis of Assisi have passed through the Diocese of York this month.
- [Teesside churches unite to open up Bible conversations](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/teesside-churches-unite-to-open-up-bible-conversations/): This autumn, churches across Stockton, Middlesbrough, and Redcar and Cleveland will take part in Bible Conversations: Teesside.
- [Farewell to Archdeacon of Cleveland, Amanda Bloor](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/farewell-to-archdeacon-of-cleveland-amanda-bloor/): The Ven Dr Amanda Bloor will retire as Archdeacon of Cleveland at Easter 2027
- [People on the Move – July 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/people-on-the-move-july-2026/): Movements of clergy and others, into, out of and between posts in the Diocese of York.
- [Called and Sent: renewing our life and mission](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/called-and-sent-renewing-our-life-and-mission/): Almost 500 clergy and lay leaders gathered at the University of York from 23 to 25 July for Called and Sent, our first residential diocesan conference in over a decade.
- [The Revd Dr Tim Kelly announced as new Archdeacon of the East Riding](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/the-revd-dr-tim-kelly-announced-as-new-archdeacon-of-the-east-riding/): Meet the next Archdeacon of the East Riding: The Revd Dr Tim Kelly.
- [New Churchyard Regulations for the Diocese of York](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/new-churchyard-regulations-for-the-diocese-of-york/): Churchyards form part of our history. They matter to many people, especially those whose loved ones’ remains rest there, but they are also important to parishioners, historians, ecologists, visitors and others. They are consecrated ground, set aside for burials, and places for quiet contemplation and remembrance. To help protect their special character, from 1st August 2026 new Churchyard Regulations will apply across the diocese.
- [Bishop of Hull rededicates city burial ground as a place of memory, history, and community](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/bishop-of-hull-rededicates-city-burial-ground-as-a-place-of-memory-history-and-community/): The Rt Revd Dr Eleanor Sanderson, Bishop of Hull, today rededicated Hull Trinity Burial Ground, marking a new chapter for one of the city’s most historic sites.
- [People on the Move – June 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/people-on-the-move-june-2026/): Movements of clergy and others, into, out of and between posts in the Diocese of York.
- [Diocesan Synod 20 June 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/diocesan-synod-20-june-2026/): The Archbishop invited Synod to learn from the wisdom of the ant: patient, purposeful, collaborative, and attentive to the created world. Drawing on Proverbs 6.6, he reflected that scripture often teaches us through nature, and that the Church has much to learn from patterns of interdependence, shared effort, and mutual care. He connected this to Living Christ’s Story, reminding Synod that we belong to one another through baptism and are called to honour every gift within the Body of Christ.
- [Middlesbrough leaders gather for Bishop’s Boro Big Breakfast](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/middlesbrough-leaders-gather-for-bishops-boro-big-breakfast/): More than 80 leaders from across Middlesbrough gathered on Friday 19th June for the latest Bishop’s Boro Big Breakfast.
- [Bishops to ordain six new Priests to serve in the Diocese of York](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/bishops-to-ordain-six-new-priests-to-serve-in-the-diocese-of-york/): Six deacons will be ordained priest by the bishops of the Diocese of York over the final weekend in June.
- [Archbishop’s Presidential Address to York Diocesan Synod, 20 June 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/archbishops-presidential-address-to-york-diocesan-synod-20-june-2026/): Archbishop Stephen gave an address to the York Diocesan Synod today.
- [Diocese of York shares Church of England’s apology for historical adoption practices](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/diocese-of-york-shares-church-of-englands-apology-for-historical-adoption-practices/): The diocese shares the Church of England’s national apology for its historic role in adoption practices linked to mother and baby homes.
- [Archbishop to ordain five new deacons to serve in Diocese of York](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/archbishop-to-ordain-five-new-deacons-to-serve-in-diocese-of-york/): The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell will ordain five people as deacons within the Church of England in York Minster on Saturday 27th June 2026 in a service beginning at 11.00am.
- [The Revd Steve Wilcox appointed Associate Archdeacon of Hull](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/revd-steve-wilcox-appointed-associate-archdeacon-hull/): The Associate Archdeacon role will help turn Living Christ’s Story into action across Hull Deanery
- [Could you stand for General Synod?](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/could-you-stand-for-general-synod/): Clergy and lay people across the Diocese of York are invited to consider standing for General Synod.
- [York Diocesan Synod: agenda 20th June 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/york-diocesan-synod-agenda-20th-june-2026/): A meeting of the York Diocesan Synod will be held on Zoom on Saturday 20th June 2026 commencing at 9.30am.
- [People on the Move – May 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/people-on-the-move-may-2026/): Movements of clergy and others, into, out of and between posts in the Diocese of York.
- [New deanery team ministries celebrated at Pentecost](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/new-deanery-team-ministries-celebrated-at-pentecost/): Pentecost marked the beginning of two new team ministries in the Mowbray Deanery.
- [Great Ayton hosts service for RAF pilot buried 86 years after death](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/great-ayton-hosts-service-for-raf-pilot-buried-86-years-after-death/): A Cleveland parish remembers one of their own.
- [Farewell to Archdeacon of the East Riding, Andy Broom](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/farewell-to-archdeacon-of-the-east-riding-andy-broom/): Ahead of Archdeacon Andy's move to his new role in Howden, there will be an opportunity to say farewell to Andy in a service at Beverley Minster.
- [York Diocesan Synod: meeting 20th June 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/york-diocesan-synod-meeting-20th-june-2026/): York Diocesan Synod will meet on Zoom on Saturday 20th June.
- [New resources for pilgrimage launched](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/new-resources-for-pilgrimage-launched/): A new collection for churches across the diocese to engage with pilgrimage.
- [People on the Move – April 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/people-on-the-move-april-2026/): Movements of clergy and others, into, out of and between posts in the Diocese of York.
- [Nominations now open for RECOGNISE 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/nominations-now-open-for-recognise-2026/): Churches across the Diocese of York are invited to nominate children’s, youth, and family workers for RECOGNISE 2026, a Church of England initiative celebrating the people who help children, young people, and families grow in faith.
- [Celebrating love of neighbour on St George’s Day](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/celebrating-love-of-neighbour-on-st-georges-day/): St George’s Day (23 April) offers an opportunity to reflect on courage, faith, and love for our neighbour.
- [Children’s voices woven into worship through new diocesan cope](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/childrens-voices-woven-into-worship-through-new-diocesan-cope/): A new cope, created from artwork by children and young people across the Diocese of York’s schools, brings their faith and experience into the heart of worship and reflects what we see God doing so often in the scriptures.
- [Sharing learning on racial justice across the Church](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/sharing-learning-on-racial-justice-across-the-church/): Each year, the Church of England’s Racial Justice Unit brings together people involved in racial justice work from across its 42 dioceses. The event offers an important opportunity to celebrate encouraging work from across the country, share insights and good practice, and reflect on some of the challenges faced by those engaged in racial justice work in the Church.
- [Jumping for Joy: The Newest Worshipping Community in the Diocese of York](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/jumping-for-joy/): The New Worshipping Community at St Lazarus has opened its doors this week, with an unusual meeting space: a bouncy castle.
- [Gathering Lent Pilgrimage Features on BBC’s The One Show](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/gathering-lent-pilgrimage-features-on-bbcs-the-one-show/): The ancient tradition of pilgrimage is seeing a resurgence in popularity in 2026, reflected most recently in Archbishop Sarah’s pilgrimage, as well as in Faith in the North’s Pilgrim Places and in the Church of England’s upcoming Pilgrim Places, Holy Lives.
- [Witnesses to the Crucifixion and Resurrection](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/witnesses-to-the-crucifixion-and-resurrection/): A dozen witnesses to the crucifixion of Jesus will be voiced by church members in a powerful re-telling of the events of Good Friday and Easter Day, in a group of North Yorkshire churches during Holy Week.
- [Potential Buyer for Historic Micklegate Church](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/potential-buyer-for-historic-micklegate-church/): The Diocese of York and the Church Commissioners for England have confirmed that The Orthodox Community of St Constantine the Great have made an expression of interest in purchasing the closed church building of St Martin cum Gregory, Micklegate, York and is now seeking to raise the necessary funds.
- [Free Will Offer Events for 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/treasurer-events-2026/): Following the 2025 Free Will Offer Roadshows, this year's events are designed to help treasurers, incumbents, churchwardens, and PCC members have clearer, more confident conversations about Free Will Offer in their parish.
- [Meet the team helping clergy prepare for retirement](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/meet-the-team-helping-clergy-prepare-for-retirement/): Retirement is a major change for clergy and their families. It can mean leaving a role, a home, and a community all at once. That is why the Diocese of York’s Retired Clergy Chaplains are so important.
- [Decarbonisation Quick Wins Grant Scheme Continues](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/quick-wins-grant-scheme-to-continue/): Since the Quick Wins grant for small-scale decarbonisation works launched in May 2025, almost £52,500 has been distributed to 27 parishes across the Diocese. The scheme had been due to end on 31 March 2026, but we are pleased to share that it will continue.
- [Archdeacon of the East Riding to take up new role in Howden](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/archdeacon-of-the-east-riding-to-take-up-new-role-in-howden/): After nearly 12 years as Archdeacon of the East Riding, the Ven Andy Broom will be moving to a new role this summer.

## Pages
- [Eucharistic Assistants](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/mission-ministry/lay/eucharistic-assistants/): Eucharistic Assistants support the worshipping life of our churches by helping to administer Holy Communion during services.
- [National Unity](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/faith-life/national-unity/): Many people in our parishes care deeply about their country and about the place of Christianity in its life. Over the past year or so, that has become more visible. Crosses have been carried at street rallies, flags have appeared on lampposts across the country, and Christian words and symbols have been used at protests about immigration and asylum. People have taken part for many different reasons, and many say they feel unheard.
- [Creating accessible communications](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/communications/creating-accessible-communications/): Simple ways to make your church's communications easier for everyone to use.
- [Filming in churches and churchyards](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/communications/filming-in-churches-and-churchyards/): Practical advice for churches approached by television, film, and other production companies.
- [Sharing images of children and young people online](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/communications/sharing-images-children-online/): Guidance for parishes and parents/carers.
- [Safeguarding Week 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/safeguarding/safeguarding-week-2/safeguarding-week-2026/): 16th - 20th November 2026
- [Young adults at General Synod](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/governance/general-synod/young-adults-general-synod/): Have your say in the Church of England
- [AI Guidance for Parishes](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/communications/ai/): Support for parishes to make thoughtful decisions about using AI.
- [Start with the Bible](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/faith-life/start-with-the-bible/): Picked up a Bible and wondering where to begin? Find where to start, accessible formats, and helpful resources.
- [Called and Sent: conference follow-up resources](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/living-christs-story/conference-resources/): Resources to help parishes, deaneries, and ministry teams embed learning in their context.
- [Safeguarding Week](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/safeguarding/safeguarding-week-2/): Safeguarding is part of how we live Christ’s story together. Each November, Safeguarding Week brings together a programme of free sessions to help clergy, parish officers, volunteers, and others involved in church life grow in confidence and understanding. The sessions explore practical safeguarding responsibilities alongside broader issues affecting people in our churches and communities.
- [2026 Listening Process](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/mission-ministry/children-youth/listening-and-responding-to-young-voices/2026-2/): This resource for discussion, and hearing the voices of young people, has been designed with the young people who are Ethos Prefects at Manor Academy in York Diocese. They have set our agenda, chosen the topic and worked on the activities with their Chaplain Miriam Kearney and Angela Brymer, the Diocesan Children and Youth Adviser. With special thanks to the students who have developed this resource and will collate the information returned.
- [Become a school governor](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/schools/governance/become-a-school-governor/): Help children and young people flourish, serve your local community, and be part of what God is doing through our schools.
- [Programmes](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/mission-ministry/programmes/)
- [Self-Reflection and Development Tool](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/self-reflection-tool/): Helping churches reflect honestly, identify priorities, and find the right support for mission and ministry.
- [Responding with care to people affected by historical adoption practices](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/safeguarding/pso/responding-with-care-to-people-affected-by-historical-adoption-practices/): Guidance for parishes, clergy, and others who may receive an enquiry or disclosure.
- [Historical adoption practices: information and support](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/safeguarding/victim-and-survivor/historical-adoption-practices-support/): Please note: This page may include references to adoption, separation, coercion, and abuse. Please take care while reading it. You can stop and return at any time.
- [Legacy giving and will writing](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/generous-giving/legacy-giving-and-will-writing/): Find advice on leaving a gift to your church and using our free will-writing service.
- [Deanery Planning 2026-27](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/living-christs-story/deanery-planning/): Resources to help your Deanery Leadership Team discern, plan, and shape a simple, achievable plan for mission and ministry over the next three years.
- [Consent to use photos and video](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/communications/media-consent/): How we use photographs, video, audio, and personal stories in diocesan communications.
- [Pilgrimage](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/faith-life/discipleship/pilgrimage/): Find toolkits and group resources to help your church explore pilgrimage.
- [Complaints Policy](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/policies/complaints/): The Church of England is arranged into 42 dioceses, each under the care of a bishop. The Diocese of York, led and guided by the Archbishop of York, covers much of North and East Yorkshire. We are a family of clergy, churches, parishes, and schools, supported in their mission and ministry by services provided by the York Diocesan Board of Finance (“the DBF”).
- [RECOGNISE 2026](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/mission-ministry/children-youth/recognise/): Say ‘thank you’ to those shaping the next generation
- [Counselling and Psychotherapy](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/mission-ministry/wellbeing/counselling-and-psychotherapy/): Confidential, safe, and non-judgmental.
- [Safeguarding Complaints Policy and Procedure](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/safeguarding/complaints/): In the Diocese of York, we do all we can to respond to safeguarding concerns and allegations in a way that treats everyone fairly, and with respect and dignity.
- [Share your story](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/communications/storytelling/): Every church has stories worth telling. We'd love to hear yours.
- [Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage Policy for Employees](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/policies/ai/): This policy applies to everyone employed directly by the Diocese of York. It does not formally cover incumbents, PCCs, or anyone employed by a PCC.
- [Policies and Employment Documents](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/policies/): Diocesan policies and guidance for staff and parishes.
- [Racial Justice Advocates Group](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/faith-life/racial-justice/racial-justice-advocates-group/): “Racism is a gaping wound in the body of Christ”
- [Racial Justice & Intercultural Ministry Task Group](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/faith-life/racial-justice/rjim-task-group/): The RJIM Task Group is working to:
- [Faith in Action](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/faith-life/faith-in-action/): Explore how churches put faith into action through justice and creation care.
- [Report a safeguarding concern](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/safeguarding/report/): Who to contact if you are concerned about a child, young person, or vulnerable adult.
- [Racial Justice Sunday](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/faith-life/racial-justice/racial-justice-sunday/): A day for prayer, reflection, and action.
- [Young Voices](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/mission-ministry/children-youth/listening-and-responding-to-young-voices/): The listening process ensures that children and young people in the diocese have a voice in shaping the conversations that matter to them.
- [Working out Worship: Podcast Series](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/faith-life/discipleship/working-out-worship-podcast-series/): Watch or listen to conversations about the meaning and practice of worship.
- [Safeguarding Week 2025](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/safeguarding/safeguarding-week-2/safeguarding-week-2025/): 17th - 21st November 2025
- [INEQE Audit 2025](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/safeguarding/tools-resources/ineqe-independent-safeguarding-audit-2025/): A report following an independent review of the Diocese of York and York Minster’s safeguarding work has been published. Carried out by INEQE in March, the audit is part of a national programme, commissioned by the Archbishops’ Council to look at safeguarding in each diocese and cathedral in the Church of England.
- [Archbishop’s Visitors](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/mission-ministry/wellbeing/archbishops-visitors/): Support for clergy in times of relationship breakdown
- [Faith in the North](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/faith-life/faith-in-the-north/): Discover prayer, storytelling and mission resources inspired by northern saints.
- [Cornerstone](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/generous-giving/cornerstone/): Explore Cornerstone, a free online tool to help churches grow giving and generosity.
- [Training](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/church-buildings/training/): Resources provided during training sessions to help those who care for church buildings
- [Advent and Christmas](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/faith-life/discipleship/advent-christmas/): Find Advent and Christmas reflections, worship ideas and church resources.
- [Rural Mission and Ministry](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/mission-ministry/rural/): Find prayer, support and resources for ministers serving rural parishes.
- [Second Past Cases Review (PCR2) 2019](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/safeguarding/tools-resources/second-past-cases-review-pcr2-2019/): The Church of England conducted a review between 2019 and 2022 of more than 75,000 files, some dating back to the 1940s, leading to the publication of its national Past Cases Review 2 (PCR2) report. The purpose of PCR2 was to identify both good practice and institutional failings in relation to how allegations of abuse have been handled, assess any identified risks and respond to these where appropriate, and to provide recommendations to the Church that will lead to improvements in its safeguarding work.
- [Generosity Week](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/parish-support/generous-giving/generosity-week/): Plan a Generosity Week with worship, reflections and activities for your church.
- [Summer Term 2](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/schools/journey-through-the-bible/year-two/summer-term-2/): Peace and hope
- [Summer Term 1](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/schools/journey-through-the-bible/year-two/summer-term-1/): Truth and Wisdom
- [Autumn Term 2](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/schools/journey-through-the-bible/year-two/autumn-term-2/): Justice, Service and Charity
- [Autumn Term 1](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/schools/journey-through-the-bible/year-two/autumn-term-1/): Love
- [Getting Started](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/schools/journey-through-the-bible/year-two/getting-started/): Exploring and learning about the Lord’s Prayer as a school

## Team
- [Rick Weights](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/rick-weights/): Rick supports schools in the development, monitoring, and evaluation of their Christian distinctiveness, Religious Education and collective worship in their preparation for SIAMS. He delivers support to schools through our Service Level Agreement and is the link adviser for a number of schools.
- [Sam Farnhill-Young](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/sam-farnhill-young/): As Parish Giving Development Officer for the Diocese of York, Sam serves as a vital link between parishes and the overarching mission of the Church, empowering local communities to cultivate a culture of generosity and financial sustainability, specifically in relation to the Churches Free Will Offer. Grounded in a passion for the Gospel, Sam walks alongside clergy and church members to review their financial strengths and areas for development equipping them with the knowledge, confidence, and encouragement needed to sustain and extend their ministry so that every person across the diocese has the opportunity to hear and experience the good news of Jesus.
- [Stephen Cooke](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/stephen-cooke/)
- [Alice Lambert-Ellis](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/alice-lambert-ellis/): Alice provides programme support and administration across Mustard Seed, Multiply and Carbon Net Zero. Her previous experience has been in university administration, working in student admissions and student recruitment with the universities of Leeds and York.
- [The Revd Canon Mark Carey](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/mark-carey/): Ordained in his late twenties, Mark has served in a wide range of parish settings across Yorkshire. After curacies in Wakefield and Sheffield, he became incumbent of a semi-rural parish in north Sheffield.
- [The Revd Tom Mumford](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-revd-tom-mumford/): The Revd Tom Mumford is based at Bishopthorpe Palace and acts as the bishop's chaplain for the Diocese of York. In this role Tom chiefly and primarily supports the Bishop of Selby in her role as Lead Bishop. Tom is responsible for providing the Bishop with spiritual, strategic, liturgical, administrative, and practical support, and shares in their pastoral oversight.
- [Alex Dance](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/alex-dance/): Alex assists Ehren and the Lifelong Learning Team to provide administrative support for the whole range of the Lifelong Learning Team’s work, including the deployment and ministry of authorised and licensed lay ministers, York School of Ministry and Continuing Ministerial Development.
- [Emma Anderton](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/emma-anderton/): Emma is an adviser for all work with children and young people in churches and parishes. Alongside Angela, she oversees the strategic vision for children and youth work and commissions consultants to help support churches and deaneries. Emma also works closely with other members of the Education Team in supporting churches, schools and households to work together effectively.
- [Tim O’Brien](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/tim-obrien/): As Net Zero Carbon Programme Lead for the Diocese of York, Tim helps to turn our net zero ambitions into practical action across the diocese. He coordinates the programme plan, supports parishes and colleagues, secures funding, tracks progress, and keeps our governance bodies updated so we stay on course. He also represents the diocese in regional and national net zero conversations, working with partners to share learning and making sure we’re moving forward together.
- [Kirsty Parr](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/kirsty-parr/): Kirsty supports parishes to respond well to safeguarding concerns and to promote good safeguarding practice across the diocese.
- [John Ievins](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/john-ievins/): As Start of Lay Ministry Adviser, John is responsible for helping people to train for lay ministries. This includes running the training of Readers / LLMs,  and supporting students on the diocese’s Foundations in Ministry course.
- [Alison Leigh](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/alison-leigh/): Alison is the Administrator for the Property Team, and is pleased to help with enquiries about clergy housing, inspections, repairs and maintenance.  Alison provides administrative support across the Property Team and her key responsibilities include keeping records up to date, processing invoices and clerking meetings.
- [Laura Beesley](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/laura-beesley/): Laura is a Chartered Marketer and communications specialist with experience in the hospice sector and criminal justice. As Head of Communications, she combines digital strategy, public relations, and storytelling to help people connect with what matters. She has supported advocacy work alongside people in prison and their families, and contributed to the ecumenical report 'Picking up the Pieces' on the urgent need for criminal justice reform. One of her driving forces is helping people speak truth to power.
- [Sarah Sylvester](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/sarah-sylvester/)
- [Kate Cameron](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/kate-cameron/): Kate's role as Director of Operational Support is to ensure all elements that relate to the operational running of the diocese are as efficient and effective as possible. She is also responsible for the operational support that the diocese offers to parishes, with the aim of reduce the burden on parishes in their operations in order to free up time and energy for mission and ministry. She oversees the Church Buildings team, carbon net zero work, work on the reorganisation of parishes and benefices (Mission and Pastoral Measure), community engagement, generous giving, communications, and HR.
- [The Revd Dianne Gamble](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-revd-dianne-gamble/): Dianne promotes and champions both lay and ordained women’s ministries in the Diocese of York. She supports and advises our bishops, advocating for the full inclusion, flourishing, and equality of ordained women in every part of church life. Dianne’s work also focuses on ensuring diocesan policies reflect best practices concerning women in ministry.
- [Emily Bird](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/emily-bird/): Emily is the first point of contact for anyone wishing to reach the Diocesan Secretary. She also manages the Diocesan Office, ensuring it is a warm and welcoming environment for colleagues and visitors alike.
- [Mark Scott](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/mark-scott/)
- [Tom Guyler](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/tom-guyler/): Tom's post is externally funded. He is often in the Diocesan Office and otherwise works from home.
- [The Revd John Hoyland](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-revd-john-hoyland/)
- [George Edmond](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/george-edmond/): George is responsible for governance in schools and academies including overseeing the recruitment of foundation governors and improving the effectiveness of governing bodies. He provides advice on governance structures and the roles and responsibilities of governors and supports the establishment of collaborative arrangements. He oversees the development of support for governors under our Service Level Agreement and provides advice on admissions arrangements in voluntary aided/former voluntary aided schools.
- [The Rt Revd Barry Hill](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-rt-revd-barry-hill/): The Bishop of Whitby holds a particular responsibility for the care of the people, parishes, and clergy in the Archdeaconry of Cleveland, comprising almost 200 churches and half a million parishioners.  The Archdeaconry of Cleveland includes both many of the financially most underprivileged and also wealthiest communities in the country, with significant urban and farming areas, the North York Moors, coastal and market towns and villages.  It stretches from Middlesbrough in the north to Pickering in the South, east along the coast to Whitby, and west to Thirsk.  He lives in Middlesbrough and has particular passion to support churches in Middlesbrough as they address the highest rates of child poverty and lowest rates of employment in the UK.
- [The Rt Revd Dr Flora Winfield](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-rt-revd-dr-flora-winfield/): The Bishop of Selby holds a particular responsibility for the care of the people, parishes, and clergy in the Archdeaconry of York, including Selby, Market Weighton, Malton, Easingwold, and the City of York itself. Additionally, the Bishop of Selby serves as the episcopal lead for the implementation of the Diocese of York’s transformative strategy, ‘Living Christ’s Story’, and is the principal point of reference for the diocesan administration in facilitating this organisational change.
- [The Revd Brenda Forrester](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-revd-brenda-forrester/): Brenda is part-time IME 2 Formation Adviser for curates within the Cleveland Archdeaconry. She holds this responsibility alongside being the Vicar of St Francis of Assisi, Ingleby Barwick.
- [Gerald Fox](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/gerald-fox/): Gerald supports and contributes to the work of the diocese in its commitment to racial justice and to follow through on the actions recommended in From Lament to Action, the report of the Archbishops’ Anti-Racism Task Force. Gerald develops, curates, and delivers training and resources for parishes and individuals which promote and encourage an anti-racist practice that is rooted in a vision of God’s Kingdom as diverse and inclusive.
- [Katherine Humpleby](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/katherine-humpleby/): Katherine supports schools in the development, monitoring and evaluation of their Christian distinctiveness, Religious Education and collective worship in their preparation for SIAMS. She delivers support to schools through our Service Level Agreement and is the link adviser for a number of schools.
- [Sue Bland](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/sue-bland/): Sue supports schools in the development, monitoring and evaluation of their Christian distinctiveness, Religious Education and collective worship in their preparation for SIAMS. She delivers support to schools through our Service Level Agreement and is the link adviser for a number of schools.
- [Revd Andrew Gready](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/revd-andrew-gready/)
- [Revd David Messer](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/revd-david-messer/)
- [The Revd Canon Sue Binks](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/revd-canon-sue-binks/)
- [Mark Rance](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/mark-rance/): Mark has overall responsibility for managing Wydale Hall, for vision and strategy, staffing and finances, and for ensuring Wydale holds to its vision of being a Prayerful Community Renewing the Church's Mission.  He has a varied professional background in Administration, having worked for Riding Lights Theatre Company, The National Curriculum Council and as Head of Operations at St Michael le Belfrey Church.
- [Helen Lawrence ](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/helen-lawrence/): Helen handles finances and the arranges the Wydale programme of events each year.
- [Kristian Shephard](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/kristian-shephard/): Kristian co-ordinates reports across the Living Christ Story workstreams, identifying ways of analysing current work strands in order to refocus where necessary.
- [Lisa Cardy](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/lisa-cardy/): Lisa works with the Deputy Diocesan Secretary in Pastoral Reorganisation, Patronage matters and with Closed Churches.
- [Paul O’Neill](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/paul-oneill/): Paul leads and develops the Stepping Up programme across the Guisborough and Middlesbrough deaneries.
- [Liz Holdsworth](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/liz-holdsworth/): Liz leads and develops the Stepping Up programme across the Scarborough and Bridlington deaneries.
- [Heather Black](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/heather-black/): Heather is the Programme Leader for Mustard Seed, the Diocese of York’s programme to grow disciples in places where life is tough.
- [The Revd John Lee](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/revd-john-lee/): John is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of Multiply, the work of building New Worshipping Communities focused on 20s-40s.
- [The Venerable John Day](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/venerable-john-day/): Since 2022 John has been the Growing Healthy Churches Adviser for York Diocese running Revitalise with John Lee. He also offers consultancy to any local church in the diocese. The focus is on ‘growth’ – in disciples, in worship and in mission. He was ordained in 1987 and has served churches in Bradford, Leeds and Christchurch, New Zealand. He was appointed an Archdeacon in 2010 and served in the South Island, NZ, Liverpool and York Dioceses.
- [Mona-Karina Theodosius](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/mona-karina-theodosius/): Mona-Karina Theodosius is the Diocesan Adviser in Pastoral Care. She is also a UKCP-registered Systemic and Family Psychotherapist, supervisor, spiritual accompanier, qualified teacher, and interpersonal mediator.
- [The Revd Prof Peter Draper](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-revd-prof-peter-draper/): Peter is part-time IME 2 Formation Adviser for curates in the East Riding Archdeaconry. He holds this responsibility alongside being based in the South Cave Benefice as Associate Minister.
- [The Revd Dr Nicola Bown](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-revd-dr-nicola-bown/): Nicola is part-time IME 2 Formation Adviser for curates within the East Riding Archdeaconry. She holds this responsibility alongside being the Rector of St Mary's, Cottingham.
- [The Revd Mandy Coutts](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-revd-mandy-coutts/): Mandy oversees the formation of those starting ordained ministry from the beginning through to the early stages of post responsibility.
- [The Revd Andrew Gready](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-revd-andrew-gready/): Andrew is part-time IME 2 Formation Adviser for curates in the York Archdeaconry. He holds this responsibility alongside being the Vicar of Clifton Parish Churches, York.
- [The Very Revd Dominic Barrington](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/the-very-revd-dominic-barrington/): The Dean of York chairs the Chapter of York, responsible for the care, management, administration and Christian mission, ministry, and witness of York Minster. 
- [Jan Grey](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/jan-grey/): Jan has a focus on inspiring the discipleship of generosity, through equipping churches, parishes and deaneries to embed whole-life generosity.
- [Silas King](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/silas-king/): Silas is one of the first points of contact for enquiries at the Diocesan Office, and carries out much of the administration and maintenance of the diocesan database.
- [Kirsty McCullough](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/kirsty-mccullough/): Kirsty is Head of Human Resources and Governance.
- [Keith Halliday](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/keith-halliday/): Keith offers help and guidance in caring for your church building.
- [Catherine Copp](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/our-diocese/who-we-are/whos-who/catherine-copp/): A former archaeologist, property lawyer and most recently a Christian theology graduate, Catherine is the main point of contact for parishes seeking advice on faculty permissions for repairs or improvements to their church buildings and churchyards. She joined the Church Buildings Team in 2014 and has served as DAC Secretary since 2016

## Vacancies
- [Pastoral Support Officer](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/pastoral-support-officer-2/): Hull, Aspire Academy
- [Midday Supervisory Assistants x 2](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/pastoral-support-officer/): Forest of Galtres Primary Academy, YO30 1AG
- [Headteacher](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/headteacher/): Staxton, Hertford Vale CE VC Primary
- [Cleaner](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/cleaner/): Hull, Liberty Academy
- [Teacher of Construction / Trades](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/teacher-of-construction-trades/): Hull, Aspire Academy
- [Driver (Car / Minibus)](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/driver-car-minibus/): Hull, Aspire Academy
- [Rector (0.5) of the Holme and Seaton Ross Group Benefice](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/rector-0-5-of-the-holme-and-seaton-ross-group-benefice/): We are a people journeying spiritually, caring for each other, and sharing with each other, as a benefice; live together as one worshipping community across six villages. Is God calling you to minister to us?
- [Specialist Instructor – Construction](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/specialist-instructor-construction/): Hull, Liberty Academy
- [Higher Level Teaching Assistant](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/higher-level-teaching-assistant/): Hull, Newland St John's Primary Academy
- [Senior Advanced Teaching Assistants x 2](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/senior-advanced-teaching-assistants-x-2/): Manor Academy, York
- [Youth and Outreach Lead](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/youth-and-outreach-lead/): All Saints and St Andrews Church, York
- [Head of Department of Modern Foreign Languages](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/head-of-department-of-modern-foreign-languages/): Liberty Academy, Hull
- [Racial Justice Advocate (Voluntary Role)](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/racial-justice-advocates/): Use your voice, experience, and gifts to help shape a more just and welcoming Church.
- [Honorary Chaplains](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/vacancies/honorary-chaplains/): Chaplaincy – Honorary Chaplains based at York Hospital

## Events
- [Leadership Network – Business over Breakfast [BoB] – Mercure Hotel, Hull](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/leadership-network-business-over-breakfast-bob-mercure-hotel-hull-4/): This session is only open to school leaders in Diocese of York schools.
- [Collective Worship Network](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/collective-worship-network/): A NEW termly online network to support CW leaders in Diocese of York Church schools. All sessions are held via Zoom.
- [Black History Month: Honouring our Communities](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/black-history-month-honouring-our-communities/): This year, we are marking Black History Month with a service of the word at Hull Minster on Sunday 25th October at 2.30pm. October marks the start of Black History Month in the UK. The theme this year is Honoring our Communities and is an opportunity to celebrate the contribution of Black people to Britain's past, present and future.
- [Webinar: Exploring a Christology of Safeguarding](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/webinar-christology-safeguarding/): Speaker: David Tombs, Howard Paterson Chair of Theology and Public Issues, University of Otago, New Zealand
- [Chairs of Governors Development Programme](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/chairs-of-governors-development-programme-3/): PLEASE NOTE – OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE WORKING IN AND WITH CE SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [EDIJ – Difference (Primary) webinar for schools led by Rita Yoe](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/edij-difference-primary-webinar-for-schools-led-by-rita-yoe/): We all want our Primary schools to be places of belonging - where each child feels seen, heard and valued exactly as they are. Amidst the competing priorities, rapid change and the complex society we live in, it can be hard to know where to begin having honest conversations about our differences and disagreements.
- [Effective Governance in a Church School Induction / Refresher](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/effective-governance-in-a-church-school-refresher-2/): PLEASE NOTE - OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE WORKING IN AND WITH CE SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [RE Subject Leaders Network Meeting](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/re-subject-leaders-network-meeting-4/): A termly online network to support RE leaders in Diocese of York Church schools. All sessions are held via Zoom.
- [Governor online forum – Afternoon session](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/governor-online-forum-afternoon-session-8/): Governor Online
- [Where did it all go wrong? Navigating difficult conversations on social media](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/difficult-conversations-on-social-media/): We've all seen how quickly an innocent social media post can turn into a heated argument. But why does it happen, and what can we do when it does?
- [Governor online forum – Evening session](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/governor-online-forum-evening-session-6/): Governor Online
- [Members and DYET representatives briefing / training](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/members-and-dyet-representatives-briefing-training/): Members and DYET representatives briefing / training
- [Distinctively Effective Governance](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/distinctively-effective-governance/): PLEASE NOTE - OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE WORKING IN AND WITH CE SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [Leadership Online – Autumn Term](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/leadership-online-autumn-term/): These hour-long sessions are intended to be responsive to local and national agendas which schools and leaders are facing from both a distinctiveness and effectiveness perspective. Education Team Officers will provide a question and answer session to meet the current needs of school leaders.
- [The Bible Course for Schools](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/the-bible-course-for-schools-2/): This course is a collaboration with colleagues in Church schools in the Diocese of Leeds
- [Governance in a CE school – Religious Education for Governors](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/governance-in-a-ce-school-religious-education-for-governors/): PLEASE NOTE – OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE WORKING IN AND WITH CE SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [Digging Deeper – Spirituality – 3 sessions](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/digging-deeper-spirituality-3-sessions-2/): PLEASE NOTE - OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE WORKING IN AND WITH CE SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [Collective Worship Network](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/collective-worship-network-2/): A termly online network to support CW leaders in Diocese of York Church schools. All sessions are held via Zoom.
- [Governance in a CE school – Collective Worship for Governors](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/governance-in-a-ce-school-collective-worship-for-governors/): PLEASE NOTE - OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE WORKING IN AND WITH CE SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [RE Leadership Course](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/re-leadership-course/): PLEASE NOTE – OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE WORKING IN AND WITH SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [Leadership Online – Spring Term](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/leadership-online-spring-term/): These hour-long sessions are intended to be responsive to local and national agendas which schools and leaders are facing from both a distinctiveness and effectiveness perspective. Education Team Officers will provide a question and answer session to meet the current needs of school leaders.
- [Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Justice Network – session 1](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/equity-diversity-inclusion-and-justice-network-session-1/): PLEASE NOTE – OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR LEADERS AND TEACHERS IN CE SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [RE Subject Leaders Network Meeting](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/re-subject-leaders-network-meeting-5/): A termly online network to support RE leaders in Diocese of York Church schools. All sessions are held via Zoom.
- [Flourishing for all – Anti-bullying guidance for Leaders & Governors](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/flourishing-for-all-anti-bullying-guidance-for-leaders-governors-2/): PLEASE NOTE - OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE WORKING IN AND WITH CE SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [School Operational and Governance Network](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/school-operational-and-governance-network-3/): PLEASE NOTE – OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE WORKING IN AND WITH CE SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [Archdeacon Amanda’s Farewell Service](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/archdeacon-amandas-farewell-service/): Join us as we celebrate Archdeacon Amanda's ministry in the Diocese of York.
- [Governor online forum – Afternoon session](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/governor-online-forum-afternoon-session-9/): Governor Online
- [Governor online forum – Evening session](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/governor-online-forum-evening-session-7/): Governor Online
- [Collective Worship Network](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/collective-worship-network-3/): A termly online network to support CW leaders in Diocese of York Church schools. All sessions are held via Zoom.
- [Effective Governance in a Church School Induction / Refresher](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/effective-governance-in-a-church-school-refresher-3/): PLEASE NOTE - OUR SESSIONS ARE ONLY FOR THOSE WORKING IN AND WITH CE SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF YORK
- [Retreat Day for Headteachers](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/retreat-day-for-headteachers-4/): for Headteachers
- [Leadership Online – Summer Term](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/leadership-online-summer-term/): These hour-long sessions are intended to be responsive to local and national agendas which schools and leaders are facing from both a distinctiveness and effectiveness perspective. Education Team Officers will provide a question and answer session to meet the current needs of school leaders.
- [Governor online forum – Afternoon session](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/governor-online-forum-afternoon-session-10/): Governor Online
- [Governor online forum – Evening session](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/governor-online-forum-evening-session-8/): Governor Online
- [RE Subject Leaders Network Meeting](https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/event/re-subject-leaders-network-meeting-6/): Zoom details to join the session will now be sent in the reminder email sent a couple of days before each session.  Please contact Anita Smukulis if you have not received them - anita.smukulis@yorkdiocese.org (& it may be worth you adding this email address to your whitelist of senders).