Announcing the theme, the Vatican said that Pope Francis’ message would be: ‘ inspired in particular by the Encyclical Letters Laudato Sí and Fratelli Tutti, and above all by the concepts of Hope and Forgiveness, which are at the heart of the Jubilee, a time for conversion that calls us not to condemn, but instead to bring about reconciliation and peace. As usual, Pax Christi in England & Wales have prepared various resources to help all parishes reflect on the pope’s message in their liturgies for this day. You what??? This is a talk by Dr Sally Brooks ,honorary fellow in the School for Business and Society, University of York. It has been organised by Global Justice Now. So…whilst it might sound dry and uninteresting it is something that should be of interest to anyone who cares about international development. Every year the Leeds Christian Community Trust and Leeds Church Institute publish a ‘Lent Diary’ inviting everyone to pray for the intentions of a different organisation each day of Lent. SPARK Social Justice will have a stall at the launch event. They write Food will be provided from 6pm with time to browse the stalls, followed by speakers and discussion. (Food will be vegetarian, but please specify on registration if you have any further dietary requirements). The 2025 Leeds Lent Prayer Diary will be available for purchase on the evening. If you would prefer to order your copy, this option will be available from February. Keep an eye out on here, the LCCT website, and social media channels for updates. Tickets are free, but please REGISTER HERE to confirm numbers for catering. This is the first Zoom event for 2025 organised by the Northern Dioceses’ Environment Group. Usually they provide a topic and keynote speaker with an opportunity for people from across the North of England to share what is going on in their area and find out what is going on elsewhere. This online event will include, prayer, poetry,reflection and the opportunity to something about what brings you Hope. Use the button to register and receive the link. Full details are still to be made available. However, Dr Rowan Williams has already been booked and several workshops are known to be going ahead with several others still under discussion. Never a cheap weekend! – but usually interesting and a unique annual opportunity to meet J&P supporters from across the country. Updates will be made when they become available. Aged 18-30? SPARK Social Justice will be offering sponsorship for a limited number of people. email info@sparksocialjustice.org.uk if this is of interest.
This might be worth it for the talk by Steve Barwick. Steve has had a lifetime in politics with a strong interest in nuclear disarmament. He has been an elected representative, assistant to three Westminster MPs and latterly a professional political consultant. His talk will be on “What should the new Government’s Strategic Defence Review conclude about Nuclear Disarmament” and will make reference to the recent NET report “The Future for UK Defence, Diplomacy and Disarmament – 50 Proposals for a More Peaceful World”, as well as commenting on the current global situation. Brain Jackson House is right next to Huddersfield rail station. 
In 2025, Peace Sunday will fall on Sunday 19th January and the theme chosen by Pope Francis is ‘Forgive us our trespasses: grant us your peace’.
This online event has been organised by CAFOD and isan introduction to the Jubilee, highlights of how we’re celebrating locally, and see how we can be tangible signs of hope and build a better world together throughout this holy year.
These courts are a feature of a number of international trade deals. They can be problematic. For instance, fossil fuel companies are taking some countries to court for taking too much action to lessen the impact of Climate Change!
Join us for an evening of discussion on how we can impact the city. With guest speakers, stalls from Leeds projects, and round table discussions. Hear the voices of Leeds and have your say.
This event will focus more on reflecting about where we find Hope – how does the theme of the 2025 Holy Year relate to how we care for our ‘Common Home’? What are own sources of Hope?
This is the Annual conference of the National Justice & Peace Network.
Events
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Sat
Jan 18 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Anybody who is a member of CND can attend the AGM. If you are not, you can attend as a non-voting observer.
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19
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Jan
22
Wed
Jan 22 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Feb
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Tue
Feb 25 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Feb 27 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
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25
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