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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · 5d

I’m truly delighted by Bishop Sarah’s appointment as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury, and pray that she may know the riches of God’s grace as she follows the call of Jesus. #CofE

The Rt Revd Dame Sarah Mullally to become 106th Archbishop of Canterbury - Diocese of Leeds

His Majesty The King has approved the nomination of the Bishop of London, the Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally, as the next Archbishop of Canterbury, Downing Street has announced.

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · 10d

It was a joy and privilege to be formally welcomed to the @leeds.anglican.org and installed in @wakecathedral.bsky.social this afternoon. Feeling very thankful for so many kind words of welcome. #CofE

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · 11d

Congratulations to the Red Roses of England #RugbyWorldCup2025

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · 15d

Rest in peace Dickie Bird, a cricket legend and wonderful ambassador for Barnsley.

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Diocese of Leeds @leeds.anglican.org · 16d

Rosh Hashanah begins this evening! Our Bishops send warm greetings and prayers to our Jewish friends.

On behalf of the Anglican Diocese of Leeds, we bring heartfelt good wishes to our Jewish friends as you celebrate Rosh Hashanah. In these extraordinarily difficult times, we pray that the High Holy Days may be a time of refreshment and blessing, and we assure you of our continued prayers over the coming year. Shanah Tovah! From Bishops Toby, Anna, Arun, Malcolm and Smitha.

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · 18d

Another wonderful celebration this morning, as I had the joy of Confirming Nadia, Jonatan and Mike at St Thomas Church, Featherstone. @leeds.anglican.org #CofE #worship

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · 24d

A great joy to admit and license Natalie, Jacqueline and David as Readers in the Church, and to license Amy, a Church Army Evangelist, to her role working with young people in Lupset and Thornes as part of the Wakefield ’Every Good Work’ project. @leeds.anglican.org #worship #CofE

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Sep 7

It was a great joy to confirm these thirteen wonderful people this morning at All Saints Parish Church, Normanton. Ranging in ages from 11 to 68, they are a wonderful reminder that Jesus calls people of all ages and backgrounds to follow him and choose life. #worship

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Aug 1

Happy Yorkshire Day everyone - be reyt!

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jul 21

Great to welcome and collate the Revd Rob Harper as Vicar of Airedale with Fryston this evening. #worship @leeds.anglican.org

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jul 20

A great privilege to confirm these two wonderful young women this morning at St. Edward the Confessor church in Barnsley this morning. #worship @leeds.anglican.org

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jul 13

A privilege to preach at the celebration of 160 years since the consecration of TrinityChurch, Ossett this evening. Trinity Primary School Choir were fantastic - tears of joy in the congregation! @leeds.anglican.org

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jul 13

A great afternoon visiting the Pontefract Liquorice Festival, with thanks to Ian Bullock and all at St Giles' church for their welcome and hospitality. @leeds.anglican.org

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jul 9

Four weeks a bishop and loving it. Feeling very welcomed by everyone in the Diocese of Leeds @leeds.anglican.org

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jun 29

A joy to preach and preside at St Paul’s church Alverthorpe this morning as they celebrated 200 years of worship and witness in the community from that wonderful church building. #worship @leeds.anglican.org

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Diocese of Leeds @leeds.anglican.org · Jun 28

Our new deacons have been ordained at Wakefield Cathedral today! It was a great service, and we look forward to seeing what they get up to in their new ministry across our diocese. Here are just a few photos from the service, with more to come!

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jun 27

Good to be back at the Briery Retreat Centre to share in Evening Prayer with those being ordained deacon tomorrow in Wakefield Cathedral, and to hear their Declaration, Oaths and Bishop’s Charge. #worship @leeds.anglican.org

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jun 25

A joy to collate Fr Paul Mellars as Vicar of the United Benefice of Darton with Staincross and Mapplewell this evening. #worship @leeds.anglican.org

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jun 21

Two joyful services of ordination to the priesthood today in Wakefield Cathedral. Congratulations to Lizzie, Matt, Jo, Simon and Mark. Congratulations also to those ordained today in Bradford Cathedral, St Mary’s Allerton Bywater and Ripon Cathedral - Rebecca, Sarah, Jo, Simon, Esli and Sarah.

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jun 19

How the @leeds.anglican.org is being served by the deacons preparing for their ordination as priests at the weekend #retreat

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jun 18

Had a wonderful time meeting interesting people making a positive difference across Wakefield at my first Bishop’s Breakfast this morning, and greatly enjoyed listening to the inspirational Claire Young, founder of School Speakers and former finalist of BBC’s The Apprentice. @leeds.anglican.org

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Jun 13

A wonderful day that I will always remember.

Bishop Malcolm ordained and consecrated as new Bishop of Wakefield - Diocese of Leeds

The Rt Revd Malcolm Chamberlain was ordained and consecrated on Wednesday, June 11, the feast day of Barnabas, and will take up his role as Bishop of Wakefield shortly.

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · May 27

And so it begins! Tomorrow… Wakefield!

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · May 19

“The North South Divide is no accident, it’s national policy… the country is wired for inequality…” (Andy Burnham) Alongside the sorting and packing, it’s good to take time out to exercise the grey-matter #festivalofdebate

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Malcolm Chamberlain @malchamb.bsky.social · Apr 21

May he rest in peace, and rise in glory 🙏

Pope Francis has died, the Vatican says

Francis became pope in 2013. In recent years, the 88-year-old was forced to cancel some events, sometimes at the last minute, because of his health.

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