The joining of St Luke’s and St Matthews in Leeds/Bradford

On Reformation Sunday, 30th of October our two congregations in Leeds area joined together – English speaking St Luke’s and Polish speaking St Matthew’s are now called St Luke’s and St Matthew’s Lutheran Church. The solemn service was led by local English pastor Joseph Nelson, bishop emeritus Walter Jagucki, who has been responsible for the Polish ministry, was preaching. This celebration was attended by many guests, including LCiGB Bishop Tor B Jørgensen, LCiGB Trustee Rev Hławiczka-Trotman, Supernumerary Methodist Minister Arlington W Trotman, and CLC Outreach Coordinator Rev Meelis Süld.

St Luke’s and St Matthew’s worship services are every Sunday at 10.30am in the chapel at 9 Alma Road, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2AH, followed by refreshments at the church house.

Signing of the joining document by Rt Rev Walter Jagucki, Rev Joseph Nelson on the right. Photo: Rev Meelis Süld