'Our Spiritual Heart'
Bradford Diocese's theme for 2009.
In 2003 Bishop David laid out his vision for Bradford Diocese under the Future Faithful banner. There are five major themes and each year we have focussed on one of them. In 2009 we are concentrating on 'Our Spiritual Heart'. There are to be three main initiatives:
1. Spiritual Heart talks 
Earlier this year Bishop David produced six short talks available on CD or to download from this website. Each one lasts just five minutes and can be used in Sunday worship or in home groups or by individuals. They were made available in time for Lent but the content is such that they could be used at any time of the year. Download the talks here
2. Diocesan Day
Diocesan Day this year was held on April 25th and took 'Spiritual Heart' as it's main theme. Christina Baxter gave a keynpote address and Fr Timothy Radcliffe spoke at the closing service. In between there were 26 high quality seminars exploring different aspects of spirituality.
3. Spiritual Heartbeat
The Spiritual Direction & Spirituality Resources Group is in the process of compiling a directory of people and resources as a way of sharing the many good things that are going on around the diocese. In some cases people might be sought for advice or to speak or lead events and in other cases resources might be made available for others to use themselves in their own churches. If you have materials or expertise that could be shared please contact Mavis Rouse via the Diocesan Office.
The Future Faithful Vision: 
Ministry for Mission - Yes to Young People - Church in Community - Going for Growth - Spiritual Heart
Members of the Spiritual Heart Group:
Paul Slater (Chair), Steve Allen, Philip Gray, Peter Greenwood, Gerald Mack, Gill Mack, Denise Poole, Mavis Rouse, Jennie Williams and Keely Willox.
