ONE of the region's leading Roman Catholics is inviting Christians of all denominations to join in an ecumenical day.

Last year, the Abbot of Ampleforth, the Right Reverend Timothy Wright, attended a joint synod of the Anglican diocese of York and the York and Hull Methodist Church, at which he suggested the idea of a "spiritual synod".

Next month, he will be hosting just that, at an event called The Lord Who Speaks, at Ampleforth Abbey, near Helmsley, North Yorkshire.

It is a chance for Christians to join together, pray, and share their responses from their experiences and traditions.

The Archbishop of York, Dr David Hope, and the chairman of the York and Hull Methodist District, the Reverend Stuart Burgess, are among church leaders planning to join in the day.

Those attending are asked to take their own lunch, although soft drinks will be provided. There will be a separate programme for children.

The event will take place on July 28, from 11am until 3.30pm.

There is no charge and bookings can be made through local priests and ministers, or direct with Ampleforth Abbey's Hospitality and Pastoral Office, telephone (01439) 766889.