Dec 13, 2024 | Uncategorised
This reflection was posted on Chris Swift’s blog, at the end of his first week at Leeds Church Institute. He explores Hook’s legacy, and how we meet the challenges of the city today. When I left my previous employment I had no idea what would come...
Oct 23, 2024 | Uncategorised
What did you learn at the Hook Lecture? We were all inspired by Richard Reddie’s words, and we know this won’t be a one-off learning moment. If you’re looking to keep learning and build real movements for change, here are some places to start…...
Aug 15, 2024 | Uncategorised
The following update was sent to LCI members in July 2024 On behalf of the Council (Board of Trustees) I would like to update you on developments at LCI. Recruitment for a successor to Dr Helen Reid, as Director of LCI, continues to be a priority. We are...
May 2, 2024 | Uncategorised
Faith at the Margins lead Paul Coleman reflects on our call to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice. A recent report by the Joseph Rowntree foundation highlights the deepening levels of poverty in Britain, which are now approaching levels seen prior to the...
Mar 21, 2024 | Uncategorised
What does it mean for our churches to be Beacons of Hope in our communities? This was one of the questions that emerged from the East Leeds Gathers Soup lunch earlier this month. As part of the day, we heard the origin stories of two churches in East Leeds, of the...
Mar 7, 2024 | Uncategorised
Walking in nature and reflecting on scripture are familiar to many Christians for whom pilgrimage is a way of leaving the noise of the city behind, a witness to the wonder of creation. Over eight weeks, local artist Janet Freckleton and Faith and Creativity lead...
