Who are we - and what do we do?
We:
- Promote awareness, discussion and action throughout the Leeds diocese about the ‘Just’ Gospel response to the key issues of today such as Climate Change, racism, poverty and conflict
- Advise the bishop of Leeds in respect of key Social Justice issues
- Celebrate the work that so many people in the diocese are already doing by linking their faith with action for social justice
We are an integral part of the Diocese of Leeds and also a member of the National Justice and Peace Network.
- Find out more about how our food supply system links to our faith
- see what actions are being taken in Lancashire to create a more sustainable food supply system
- Find out more about how poverty and food are linked
- meet others from across the North of England want to live more sustainably and meet the challenges that Pope Francis set out in Laudato Si
Anyone living or studying in the Leeds Diocese can reclaim public transport costs to attend this event taking place in Preston. Email us for more information.
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May
4
Sat
11:00 am
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Preparing for the General Electi...
May 4 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
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May
18
Sat
11:00 am
Faith in Food
@ St Wilfrid's parish Centre
Faith in Food
@ St Wilfrid's parish Centre
May 18 @ 11:00 am – 3:30 pm
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May
19
Sun
all-day
Laudato Si Week
Laudato Si Week
May 19 – May 26 all-day
This year’s ‘Laudato Si’ Week theme is inspired by the symbol for Season of Creation 2024, “firstfruits.” Let us be seeds of hope in our lives and our world, rooted in faith and love. Use[...]
Jun
8
Sat
all-day
The Great Big Green Week
The Great Big Green Week
Jun 8 – Jun 16 all-day
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11
Tue
5:30 pm
Extinction and Biodiversity: Evo...
@ Holy Name Church
Extinction and Biodiversity: Evo...
@ Holy Name Church
Jun 11 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
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