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Diocesan News
Children flourish at St. Alban's Holiday Club
First published on: 28th August 2025This summer, St Alban’s Church in Windy Nook hosted a holiday club that brought children together to explore creativity, build friendships, and grow in confidence. The club was funded by the government’s Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) and Communities Together Durham, and delivered in partnership with theatre company Damn Cheek.
APCS Data Breach
First published on: 28th August 2025Our DBS administrator APCS has encountered a data breach.
INEQE independent safeguarding audit
First published on: 18th August 2025An independent audit has praised a robust and proactive approach to safeguarding across the Diocese of Durham, within Durham Cathedral and at parish level.
Northern Lights shine bright at sold-out debut concert
First published on: 23rd July 2025The Northern Lights Community Choir, launched in January 2025, held its much-anticipated debut concert on Sunday, 13 July at St Mark’s Church, Darlington. The sell-out event, attended by over 200 people, was a joyful celebration of music, community and wellbeing.
Youth Assembly at St Michael and All Angels welcomes MP Bridget Phillipson
First published on: 22nd July 2025Young people from across the North East took part in a Youth Assembly hosted at St Michael and All Angels Church, Houghton-le-Spring, on the anniversary of the 2024 General Election.
Students Embark on Pilgrimage to Holy Island
First published on: 21st July 2025Students from three Church of England secondary schools across Durham Diocese recently took part in a special day of pilgrimage, walking barefoot along the ancient Pilgrim’s Way to Holy Island.
Bronze award is only the start for eco-focused church
First published on: 16th July 2025A church is hoping that a top eco award is just the start of an exciting journey towards net carbon zero.
Baptism at St John’s School: A Celebration of Faith and Community
First published on: 10th July 2025As part of the Flourish Partnership between St John’s Church and St John’s CE Primary School in Shildon, a joyful baptism recently took place within the school—an inspiring moment that reflects the strength of the growing relationship between church, school, and families.
Parishes prioritise youth ministry thanks to new programme
First published on: 7th July 2025Last week, a group of clergy gathered at the Ravensworth Arms in Lamesley for a celebration event, to mark their completion of the Launchpad programme, designed by national Christian youth work charity, Youthscape.
New deacons and priests ordained
First published on: 30th June 2025Over the weekend of Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 June 2025, eleven new deacons and eight new priests were ordained by Bishop Sarah during services at Durham Cathedral.
