The latest news from across the Diocese of Durham.
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Diocesan News
An update on Durham Crown Nominations Commission process
First published on: 17th February 2025An update on Durham Crown Nominations Commission process from Bishop Sarah and Diocesan Secretary, James Morgan on Monday 17 February 2025.
Bibles generously donated as new church The Haven prepares to open
First published on: 13th February 2025It’s exciting times for a new church which will be launched in Darlington early next month.
Official opening of new £40m Durham school
First published on: 7th February 2025Children at Belmont Community School and Belmont Church of England Primary School welcomed Cabinet members from Durham County Council for the official opening of their modern new shared campus - which has been funded by the local authority.
Nationally renowned play at Durham church to raise awareness of GRT communities
First published on: 29th January 2025A play which highlights the challenges faced by itinerant Gypsy communities will be performed in Durham Diocese this weekend.
Church sleepover raises awareness of vulnerable children in Africa
First published on: 28th January 2025Two schoolboys braved the winter chill to sleep over in their local church in support of young people in Africa.
Durham Ministry Experience Volunteers join national conference on leadership
First published on: 24th January 2025Last week, six Durham Ministry Experience Volunteers (MEVs) attended the Ministry Experience Scheme National Conference at St Mary’s Church, Marylebone. The event brought together MEVs from dioceses across the UK and the Diocese of Europe to connect, worship, and explore the theme of leadership through inspiring keynote talks and discussions.
Church strikes eco gold after building links with schools and wider community
First published on: 20th January 2025A semi-rural church in Durham Diocese is celebrating after receiving a top eco award.
Bishop Sarah's Christmas Message 2024
First published on: 23rd December 2024With her Christmas message this year, +Sarah encourages us to accept the angel’s invitation to trust Jesus this Christmas; to exchange fear for joy and troubled hearts for peace. Happy Christmas!
Church school honoured for role in growing faith
First published on: 23rd December 2024A special relationship between a South Tyneside church and its local school has been recognised with a prestigious award.
Love Norton Advent Trail and Christmas Tree Festival bring festive joy
First published on: 20th December 2024Norton’s festive season began with the launch of this year’s Love Norton Advent Trail on 29 November, with a live switch-on at St Mary’s Church. The event, led by Stockton Council Cabinet Member for Leisure and Culture and local Councillor Steve Nelson, was accompanied by a performance from a 40-strong choir of pupils from Crooksbarn Primary School.
