NEWS -The Venerable Malcolm Chamberlain, Archdeacon of Sheffield and Rotherham, will be the new Bishop of Wakefield in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds, Downing Street announced today.

Stephen Cottrell has written more than 20 books on subjects of evangelism, spirituality and discipleship as well as books for children.  

COMMENT - The Archbishop's presidential address to the Church of England General Synod held in London

NEWS - In his Presidential Address to the Church of England’s General Synod, the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell reaffirmed his love for the Church while recognising the urgent need for reform and greater accountability.

Archbishop Stephen has written to all clergy, lay ministers and people in the Church of England today, on the Feast of Epiphany.

NEWS - 184 solar panels on the roof of York Minster were switched on for the first time on 9 January 2025 during a blessing ceremony led by the Dean of York.

The Archbishop is supported by a dedicated team of advisers, administrators and clerical, technical and maintenance staff at Bishopthorpe Palace.

A personal statement from Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York in response to the BBC R4 File on Four programme - David Tudor

COMMENT - The Archbishop introduced a debate in the House of Lords on the importance of social cohesion and strong, supportive community life during periods of change and global uncertainty. The speech is available from Hansard and follows in full.

Archbishop Stephen gave the address for the opening Eucharist of York Diocesan Synod on 30 November. This follows in full