The latest news from across the Diocese of Durham.
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Diocesan News
Volunteering at St Barnabas church leads to Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award
First published on: 26th May 2023Jack Willougby, 14, recently completed a section of his Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award following three months of volunteering at St Barnabas church, Bournmoor
Newly-retired Head Verger reflects on dedicated career at Cathedral
First published on: 24th May 2023Jeffrey Hewitt was made Honorary Lay Canon Emeritus by the Bishop of Durham, the Rt Revd Paul Butler, during his final Sunday Service in February, before embarking on a well-earned retirement.
Archbishop of Canterbury writes letter to Children's Council
First published on: 23rd May 2023After sending the Archbishop of Canterbury letters earlier this year, Children's Council were delighted to receive a letter back from Archbishop Justin answering their questions.
Meteorites land at St Helen's Church, Auckland
First published on: 22nd May 2023The Parish and community of St Helen's, Auckland recently got their hands on rare samples of moon rocks and meteorites.
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Bishop Paul's Prayer Walk 2023
First published on: 18th May 2023From Thursday 18 May - Sunday 22 May, Bishop Paul is undertaking his annual Prayer Walk, this year around Wearmouth Deanery. He will visit a number of different churches, schools and local landmarks on his route. This page will be updated with photos from each day.
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Diocesan Synod May 2023
First published on: 13th May 2023During Diocesan Synod on 13/5/23, Bishop Paul speaks about the Coronation, welcoming refugees, supporting our local communities and Living in Love and Faith.
Join Bishop Paul on his Prayer Walk
First published on: 12th May 2023This year, Bishop Paul's annual Prayer Walk will be around Wearmouth Deanery from Thursday 18 May to Sunday 21 May 2023. He would love you to join him for sections of the journey and you can find details of the route below. If you do join the group and take any photos, please do send them to the Communications Team communications@durham.anglican.org.
Durham Diocese celebrates the Coronation
First published on: 11th May 2023Churches and schools across Durham Diocese celebrated the Coronation of King Charles III with a range of special services and community events while Bishop Paul played a prestigious role at Westminster Abbey where he acted as Bishop Assistant to the King.
Church of England churches launch new project with Feeding Families
First published on: 11th May 2023Feeding Families – a charity that aims to support families experiencing food poverty in the North East – is working with Church of England churches to launch a very special project
Bishop Paul's sermon at Coronation Celebration Evensong
First published on: 9th May 2023On Tuesday 9 May 2023, Bishop Paul gave this sermon during a special Coronation Celebration Evensong Service at Durham Cathedral.
