Diocesan Day - Saturday 8 October
Over 400 people gathered at Bradford Grammar School for the 6th Diocesan Day and enjoyed a feast of worship, fellowship and teaching.
People came from all corners of the Diocese and many spoke of the encouragment they got from being part of a large gathering. As one participant later said, "The fellowship was wonderful. I was delighted with the seminars, both were excellent, and Bishop Nicks's address was much appreciated. The worship was again a highlight of the day".
Speakers included Alan Billings, Anne Cryer, David Lee and Paul Slater. The Exhibition featured two Bookstalls and presentations from a variety of charities and organisations. There were children's groups led by an experienced team from St John's, Thorpe Edge and a small army of volunteers made sure that all the practical jobs were done with a smile. The worship this year was led by just one man, Philip Jakob the Musical Director for the Cathedral and Diocese of Hallam and he led us with a light but sure touch in a range of musical styles.
The future? It seems likely that we will return to our normal slot of late April/early May - the change to October was simply to ensure that our new Bishop was amongst us. This being the case there is unlikely to be a Diocesan Day in 2012 but there will be one in 2013. Watch this space!
For more information about Diocesan Day contact Steve Allen
Telephone: 01274 482059
For groups wishing to take part in the exhibition next time, please contact Sharon Bavington
Telephone: 01274 788966