A special service was held at the weekend to welcome the new Bishop of Huddersfield.
The civic service at Huddersfield Parish Church aimed to celebrate a new phase in the partnership between the church and the community.
This followed the appointment of the first Bishop of Huddersfield, the Rt Rev Dr Jonathan Gibbs.
The event was organised by the Mayor of Kirklees, Clr Ken Smith.
He said that the newly created Episcopal Area of Huddersfield represents a vibrant, rich and diverse part of the country.
Clr Smith added: “The church is a force for good in our communities.
“Having our own Bishop will see a greater push of people working and reaching out to each other.
“It will raise the profile of this area nationally and locally, which can only be a good thing in this current economic climate.”
