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Christian Mechanics: Chris Swift’s reflections on LCI’s past and future
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 next. One of...
Ribbons of Wisdom: Reflections by Four Leeds Women of Faith
Bronagh Daly reflects on her visit to Ribbons, the new sculpture outside Leeds Playhouse As the Faith and Creativity Lead at Leeds Church Institute, my role is to utilise the fine arts to support theological dialogue here in our city on some of the hardest to talk...
Beyond Inclusion: Seeking connection and community this Disability History Month
The 14th November to 20th December 2024 is UK Disability History Month. This year the focus for awareness is 'Disability, Livelihood and Employment'. Creating spaces for work and for rest where Disabled people can be fully themselves, and fully participate in life...
Hook Lecture 2024: What next?
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... Race for Justice -...
Revd Dr Chris Swift Appointed as New Director of Leeds Church Institute
We are delighted to announce that, following a successful recruitment process, Revd Dr Chris Swift has been appointed as Leeds Church Institute's new Director. Chris is an Anglican priest who has spent over thirty years working in community ministry and chaplaincy for...
Churches Against Racism: Six Months On
In April we started a journey of bringing Christians and Churches together to seek racial justice in Leeds. This ecumenical gathering was the first of its kind in the city, and we were all inspired by what was said in our panel discussion, the creative spoken word...
Update to LCI Members
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...
Election Day 2024: My vote of faith for a culture of belonging
Faith and Creativity Lead Bronagh Daly reflects on casting her vote for the common good today Today is polling day, and as I prepare to cast my vote in the general election I pray and reflect on the brave women who campaigned and sacrificed so much through their...
The Ripples of Pentecost
Faith at the Margins lead Paul Coleman reflects on the disrupting power of the Holy Spirit. The other week I went for a walk along the canal from Rodley. It was an almost iconic scene, blue skies, the fields and trees stretching into the distance, a few people jogging...
“The poor you shall always have with you”: Church and the sins of social action
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...