Leeds Church Institute – Come As You Are
At the start of Advent, on Saturday 29th November, we’re hosting ‘Come As You Are’. Designed by disabled Christians, for disabled Christians, There will be no pressure to be on camera, to speak, or to produce anything. Just time to rest, reflect, and be together.
We will share in readings, quiet creative practices, and theological reflections on waiting, not as a passive or frustrating absence, but as a deep act of presence, faith, and dignity.
Please do share this with your networks if you can, we would love all disabled Christians in Leeds to have the opportunity to attend.
Here’s the link to find out more: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/come-as-you-are-waiting-in-advent-tickets-1643798709189
Winterlight – Festive Card Making Workshop | 2 hours | £35
Wednesday 26th November | 6pm – 8pm
Join me, artist Katie Napper, as we create beautifully scenic festive cards.
• Whether you are a beginner or improver, you will learn how to paint soft blue skies with tranquil shades of Prussian blue in this engaging workshop.
• We will cover a range of techniques and you will have the opportunity to use high quality paints and handmade papers.
• You will use the sewing machine to embellish your creations and add a touch of sparkle with accents of silver and gold.
• Learn the skills to make themed cards year after year.
• You will make 3 cards during this session.
• You don’t need any previous experience; the session is suitable for anyone aged 14 plus.
• There are limited places available on this workshop to ensure each participant receives enough help/guidance, so book early to avoid disappointment.
This event will be delivered by the very talented Katie Napper. Katie studied Fine Art at Bretton Hall and has been teaching art and design for over twenty years.
To book a place please visit ticketsource.co.uk/lakeside-creative-arts-centre
If you prefer to pay by BACS/cash or if you have any questions about this session, please email Shelley hello@lakesidecreativeartscentre.co.uk
Festival of Nativities | Fri 12th & Sat 13th December | 10:30am – 4:30pm
Discover our beautiful display of nativities showcasing a variety of arts and crafts. A range of homemade cakes, refreshments, craft activities and homemade goodies will be on sale!
Free entry. Drop-in event.
For more information, please email Shelley
hello@lakesidecreativeartscentre.co.uk or phone/WhatsApp
07476 994252
Embossed Christmas Decorations | Saturday 29th November | 10am – 1pm | £35
Get into the Christmas spirit and make your own metal Christmas Decorations!
Join Artist, Gwyneth Williamson for a fun, festive workshop creating unique hanging decorations – perfect for your tree or as a handmade gift!
You will use metal foils and upcycled cans to learn embossing techniques. Choose from stars, hearts, birds and more. Take home at least 2 sparkling creations. Suitable for age 14+
Let’s get making and bring some shine to your Christmas!
To book your place, scan the QR code below or visit ticketsource.co.uk/lakeside-creative-arts-centre
If you would prefer to pay by BACS, need help with booking or would like more information about this workshop, please email Shelley, hello@lakesidecreativeartscentre.co.uk
Following the display of ceramic artist Mo Schofield’s maquette at Ben Rhydding Methodist Church, the full-size version of From Rubble Reborn, is now on show at Bradford Cathedral until 28th November. In response to Jyoti Sahi’s Dalit Madonna, this evocative sculpture invites reflection on birth, hope, and humanity across borders. You can encounter this work in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit as part of Bradford Cathedral’s Global Connections season.
https://bradfordcathedral.org.uk/event/from-rubble-to-rebirth/
Workshop: Our Story, Our Song:
Shelley Wilson (Creative Arts Coordinator) from Lakeside Creative Arts Centre writes about the recent visit of the President of the Methodist Conference.
“Poverty Matters” event unites Methodists, MPs, and those with lived experience
Local Methodists, two local MPs1, Kerry Tankard, our District Chair, Rev. Smitha Prasadam, Bishop of Huddersfield, and representatives from voluntary organisations gathered at Huddersfield Mission to affirm that “Poverty Matters”. Crucially, the event centred on the voices of people with lived experience of poverty.
The event focused on promoting social justice, moving beyond crisis support to address systemic issues. During two roundtables, attendees heard directly from frontline workers and those affected by poverty today. Paul Bridges, CEO of the Huddersfield Mission, led a roundtable thinking about poverty in an urban context and Paul Jones, CEO of the Denby Dale Centre, led the second roundtable looking at poverty in rural settings.
Key themes from the roundtables included:
· The need for more compassionate processes from the statutory sector
· A lack of accessible, affordable housing
· The cost of living crisis and
· Rural isolation and inadequate public transport.
Huddersfield circuit’s “Let’s End Poverty” banner took centre stage at the public event, held after the roundtables. This offered visitors a chance to learn about local voluntary work, explore statistics developed by the Joint Public Issues Team (JPIT), and have a go at a craftivism activity. Attendees were challenged to respond personally in a variety of ways.
Attendees were invited to write to their MP using postcards featuring the “Let’s End Poverty” banner. Postcards have been distributed to eight different MPs from across West Yorkshire, a fantastic result.
Paul Bridges, CEO of Huddersfield Mission, said, “Poverty Matters because it diminishes all of us… In a very practical way, we have highlighted God’s preference for the poor.”
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1 Paul Davies, MP for Colne Valley and Harpreet Uppal, MP for Huddersfield attended the event.
Photographs from the event:
L-R Paul Bridges, CEO Huddersfield Mission, Harpreet Uppal, Huddersfield MP, Paul Davies, Colne Valley MP, and Paul Jones, CEO Denby Dale Centre.
Photographs from the event:
L-R Paul Bridges, CEO Huddersfield Mission, Harpreet Uppal, Huddersfield MP, Paul Davies, Colne Valley MP, and Paul Jones, CEO Denby Dale Centre.
