WELCOME to The Minster Church of St. John the Baptist Halifax

Nestling in the heart of the Calder Valey there has been a place of worship and prayer at the site of St John the Baptist, Halifax for over 900 years.

One of the country's newest Minsters, Halifax Parish Church was given Minster status in November 2009.

Take a look through the website to learn about us and our community.

The first eNewsletter has now been published - if you would like to subscribe visit the Contact Us page.

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The Minster was featured on BBC1's Songs of Praise on 15th January 2012.

Below is a video clip from Sunday's programme.

New Minster Shop opens!

Halifax Minster has launched a shop for all those special gifts! From gift books to guardian angels, from candles to coasters, you are sure to find something special for your loved ones. Chris Lord's stunning photography of the Minster has been used on keyrings, magnets, placemats and mugs all of which make perfect gifts. There is a fantastic selection of church music CD's and we will be selling the new DVD 'Halifax, Past & Present' featuring Halifax Minster.  Beautiful hand made candles and photograph frames make ideal wedding and baptism gifts and bookmarks and calendars are great for sending to friends and family who live away. Come and have a browse.