Archbishop of York
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The 98th Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell. Serving the Diocese of York and the dioceses of the Northern Province of the Church of England.
My chosen book for Advent considers the Magnificat. Mary recognised that the incarnation was good news for the downtrodden and powerless. The angel’s message changed Mary’s life, and her song changed the world.
#Advent
#Advent
December 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
My chosen book for Advent considers the Magnificat. Mary recognised that the incarnation was good news for the downtrodden and powerless. The angel’s message changed Mary’s life, and her song changed the world.
#Advent
#Advent
“Advent calls us to face life’s realities, our mortality, hope and the promise of life in Christ, this is the time to prepare our hearts to meet Jesus.”
You can read my Church of England homily for the 1st Sunday of Advent here 👇
https://bit.ly/48lGxlp
You can read my Church of England homily for the 1st Sunday of Advent here 👇
https://bit.ly/48lGxlp
November 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
“Advent calls us to face life’s realities, our mortality, hope and the promise of life in Christ, this is the time to prepare our hearts to meet Jesus.”
You can read my Church of England homily for the 1st Sunday of Advent here 👇
https://bit.ly/48lGxlp
You can read my Church of England homily for the 1st Sunday of Advent here 👇
https://bit.ly/48lGxlp
On Advent Sunday, in anticipation of the birth of Jesus Christ, the Light of the World, I’m at York Minster, as it emerges from darkness into full candlelight in the stunning and atmospheric Advent Procession.
You can watch along online here 👇
https://youtu.be/gWfajlJt3Ho
You can watch along online here 👇
https://youtu.be/gWfajlJt3Ho
November 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On Advent Sunday, in anticipation of the birth of Jesus Christ, the Light of the World, I’m at York Minster, as it emerges from darkness into full candlelight in the stunning and atmospheric Advent Procession.
You can watch along online here 👇
https://youtu.be/gWfajlJt3Ho
You can watch along online here 👇
https://youtu.be/gWfajlJt3Ho
Today sees the start of the Season of Advent. In my chosen book, Guli Francis-Dehqani explores how listening to the music of the soul can help us to inhabit our lives more fully and enable others to live more fully as well.
https://www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-news/listening-music-soul
https://www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-news/listening-music-soul
November 30, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Today sees the start of the Season of Advent. In my chosen book, Guli Francis-Dehqani explores how listening to the music of the soul can help us to inhabit our lives more fully and enable others to live more fully as well.
https://www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-news/listening-music-soul
https://www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-news/listening-music-soul
“This Advent, let us raise our sights to God’s kingdom and to Jesus Christ our Saviour.”
Join the @dioceseofyork.bsky.social for a moment of reflection this 1st Sunday of Advent.
📖 Matthew 24.36–44
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Join the @dioceseofyork.bsky.social for a moment of reflection this 1st Sunday of Advent.
📖 Matthew 24.36–44
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November 28, 2025 at 12:26 PM
“This Advent, let us raise our sights to God’s kingdom and to Jesus Christ our Saviour.”
Join the @dioceseofyork.bsky.social for a moment of reflection this 1st Sunday of Advent.
📖 Matthew 24.36–44
dioceseofyork.org.uk/support/for-...
Join the @dioceseofyork.bsky.social for a moment of reflection this 1st Sunday of Advent.
📖 Matthew 24.36–44
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A joy to watch the Advent Wreath being raised at York Minster today. It reminds us of the joy of Christ’s birth and his promised return. Thanks to the team of volunteer Flower Arrangers, whose skill and devotion each year creates this remarkable centrepiece.
November 27, 2025 at 1:31 PM
A joy to watch the Advent Wreath being raised at York Minster today. It reminds us of the joy of Christ’s birth and his promised return. Thanks to the team of volunteer Flower Arrangers, whose skill and devotion each year creates this remarkable centrepiece.
White Ribbon Day marks the national campaign to engage men and boys in ending violence against women and girls. The theme of this year’s events is ‘We Speak Up!’ calling on more men to Speak Up to create a world where everyone is safe, equal, and respected.
#WhiteRibbonDay
#WhiteRibbonDay
November 25, 2025 at 8:01 AM
White Ribbon Day marks the national campaign to engage men and boys in ending violence against women and girls. The theme of this year’s events is ‘We Speak Up!’ calling on more men to Speak Up to create a world where everyone is safe, equal, and respected.
#WhiteRibbonDay
#WhiteRibbonDay
“His kingdom is not of this world.” (John 18:36)
On this Feast of Christ the King, we are reminded that true kingship is found not in domination, but in service. May we live as citizens of Christ’s kingdom — where love conquers fear and grace overcomes sin.
On this Feast of Christ the King, we are reminded that true kingship is found not in domination, but in service. May we live as citizens of Christ’s kingdom — where love conquers fear and grace overcomes sin.
November 23, 2025 at 8:00 AM
“His kingdom is not of this world.” (John 18:36)
On this Feast of Christ the King, we are reminded that true kingship is found not in domination, but in service. May we live as citizens of Christ’s kingdom — where love conquers fear and grace overcomes sin.
On this Feast of Christ the King, we are reminded that true kingship is found not in domination, but in service. May we live as citizens of Christ’s kingdom — where love conquers fear and grace overcomes sin.
Today at Lambeth Palace I met with ecumenical partners & relevant UK charities & agencies to reflect on my pilgrimage to the Holy Land, where I listened, prayed, & stood in solidarity with our Palestinian sisters & brothers in Christ, & with all who work for justice & peace.
November 18, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Today at Lambeth Palace I met with ecumenical partners & relevant UK charities & agencies to reflect on my pilgrimage to the Holy Land, where I listened, prayed, & stood in solidarity with our Palestinian sisters & brothers in Christ, & with all who work for justice & peace.
Delighted that my chosen Advent book this year - Listening to the Music of the Soul by Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani - is part of the Big Church Read. Each week of Advent includes free videos and reflections from Bishop Guli.
Join in at www.thebigchurchread.co.uk
Join in at www.thebigchurchread.co.uk
November 17, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Delighted that my chosen Advent book this year - Listening to the Music of the Soul by Bishop Guli Francis-Dehqani - is part of the Big Church Read. Each week of Advent includes free videos and reflections from Bishop Guli.
Join in at www.thebigchurchread.co.uk
Join in at www.thebigchurchread.co.uk
I was at Manchester Cathedral today for a round table discussion on poverty - part of this year’s events marking 40 years since the Church’s landmark Faith in the City report. Its call to action remains as urgent as ever — to build a bold vision and a clear plan to end poverty.
November 14, 2025 at 2:54 PM
I was at Manchester Cathedral today for a round table discussion on poverty - part of this year’s events marking 40 years since the Church’s landmark Faith in the City report. Its call to action remains as urgent as ever — to build a bold vision and a clear plan to end poverty.
Archbishop Hosam & I prayed at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on our final day of pilgrimage. To walk where Jesus walked & to meet with our brothers and sisters in Christ who bear faithful witness in the Holy Land today is a profound privilege.
November 11, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Archbishop Hosam & I prayed at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on our final day of pilgrimage. To walk where Jesus walked & to meet with our brothers and sisters in Christ who bear faithful witness in the Holy Land today is a profound privilege.
Each year on #RemembranceDay, here at Bishopthorpe, we remember those who worked at the palace and gave their lives in the Great War. We gather to give thanks for their service and pray for peace. I hope you’ve had opportunity today to pause, pray and remember. #Lestweforget
November 11, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Each year on #RemembranceDay, here at Bishopthorpe, we remember those who worked at the palace and gave their lives in the Great War. We gather to give thanks for their service and pray for peace. I hope you’ve had opportunity today to pause, pray and remember. #Lestweforget
A moving day praying at the holy sites of Nazareth, listening to students, Anglican and ecumenical clergy and congregations. We will take your stories with us, and advocate with you for justice and peace in this Holy Land.
November 10, 2025 at 6:24 PM
A moving day praying at the holy sites of Nazareth, listening to students, Anglican and ecumenical clergy and congregations. We will take your stories with us, and advocate with you for justice and peace in this Holy Land.
It was an honour to meet and pray with Layan Nasir’s family in Berzeit today as she continues to be imprisoned in Israel. In their ongoing struggle for justice, we pray for Layan’s safety, and for her release back to her life and family.
November 9, 2025 at 8:11 PM
It was an honour to meet and pray with Layan Nasir’s family in Berzeit today as she continues to be imprisoned in Israel. In their ongoing struggle for justice, we pray for Layan’s safety, and for her release back to her life and family.
It’s been a powerful and moving day, praying with and listening to our Palestinian Christian sisters and brothers in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank. Thank you Father Fadi for hosting us on day two of our pilgrimage of prayer and solidarity.
November 9, 2025 at 7:43 PM
It’s been a powerful and moving day, praying with and listening to our Palestinian Christian sisters and brothers in Ramallah in the occupied West Bank. Thank you Father Fadi for hosting us on day two of our pilgrimage of prayer and solidarity.
On this Remembrance Sunday, a day for national remembrance, we pray for all those who have died in warfare and conflict, for all affected by war, and for all who witness and work for peace in our world today. #Lestweforget
November 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
On this Remembrance Sunday, a day for national remembrance, we pray for all those who have died in warfare and conflict, for all affected by war, and for all who witness and work for peace in our world today. #Lestweforget
Today we joined the YCMA in the South Hebron Hills – where Palestinian communities live with the daily threat of settler violence and the destruction of their homes.
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November 8, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Today we joined the YCMA in the South Hebron Hills – where Palestinian communities live with the daily threat of settler violence and the destruction of their homes.
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It was so good to be in Bethlehem this morning, talking and praying with Palestinian Christians in the place of Christ’s birth. I give thanks for their faith, courage and steadfastness, and pray for justice and peace in the Holy Land.
November 8, 2025 at 5:41 PM
It was so good to be in Bethlehem this morning, talking and praying with Palestinian Christians in the place of Christ’s birth. I give thanks for their faith, courage and steadfastness, and pray for justice and peace in the Holy Land.
Today I begin a pilgrimage in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory with the Archbishop of Jerusalem, to pray with & listen to local Christians. A privilege to stand in solidarity with those who work for peace, dignity, & hope amid complex realities.
November 8, 2025 at 10:34 AM
Today I begin a pilgrimage in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory with the Archbishop of Jerusalem, to pray with & listen to local Christians. A privilege to stand in solidarity with those who work for peace, dignity, & hope amid complex realities.
Very good to welcome the Christian Muslim Forum to Lambeth Palace as we seek to grow in friendship, understanding and peace building in our world today and learning from each other’s experience and perspective.
November 5, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Very good to welcome the Christian Muslim Forum to Lambeth Palace as we seek to grow in friendship, understanding and peace building in our world today and learning from each other’s experience and perspective.
My greetings to all Sikhs celebrating the 556th birthday of Guru Nanak, the founder of the Sikh religion.
November 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM
My greetings to all Sikhs celebrating the 556th birthday of Guru Nanak, the founder of the Sikh religion.
My chosen book for Advent this year is 'Listening to the Music of the Soul' by Guli Francis-Dehqani. The book comes with an accompanying playlist. Why not listen along as you read?
https://www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-news/listening-music-soul
https://www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-news/listening-music-soul
November 4, 2025 at 11:00 AM
My chosen book for Advent this year is 'Listening to the Music of the Soul' by Guli Francis-Dehqani. The book comes with an accompanying playlist. Why not listen along as you read?
https://www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-news/listening-music-soul
https://www.archbishopofyork.org/news/latest-news/listening-music-soul
At this time of year we remember the saints who have gone before us and pray for our loved ones who have died. May they rest in peace and rise in glory.
#AllSouls
#AllSouls
November 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
At this time of year we remember the saints who have gone before us and pray for our loved ones who have died. May they rest in peace and rise in glory.
#AllSouls
#AllSouls