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The latest news from across the Diocese of Durham. 

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St Mary's church unveils ‘Windows for the King’ to mark Richard III’s legacy

First published on: 8th November 2024

In a significant milestone for the local community, Dr. Fiona Hill, Chancellor of Durham University, unveiled a set of specially commissioned etched-glass windows at St Mary’s Church in Barnard Castle on Wednesday, 6 November. These “Windows for the King” were created to honour the 550th anniversary of Richard III’s lordship over Barnard Castle.

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Hilary is proud to answer God’s call in her local community

First published on: 31st October 2024

A long-serving member of a local parish church has been licenced as Associate Priest – almost 60 years after she first stepped foot inside.

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Archdeacon of Auckland opens new Durham nature reserve

First published on: 11th October 2024

The Archdeacon of Auckland, the Venerable Rick Simpson was delighted to be invited to officially open a new nature reserve in our Diocese earlier this week. 

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Sunderland celebrates 'Unity in the Community' festival

First published on: 22nd October 2024

On Saturday, 19 October, Sunderland came together at the Minster for a "Unity in the Community" festival, organised by a range of community and faith groups, from across the city, and supported by the Community Foundation and local businesses. 

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Diocese Launches National Safeguarding Standards 

First published on: 18th October 2024

Register for one of our information sessions on the National Safeguarding Standards.


Gainford makes Camino history

First published on: 17th October 2024

Gainford in the Durham Dales, the starting point of the Way of Life on the Northern Saints Trail, has also become part of the Camino Inglés. As of 10 October, it is officially recognised as an accredited section of the Camino Inglés, allowing pilgrims to follow this route all the way to the Cathedral of Santiago on the Camino de Compostela.

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Award shows school is a good Global Neighbour

First published on: 17th October 2024

An award-winning school is working towards the next stage of an initiative about global issues and the Christian responsibility to tackle them.

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Journey of faith and reflection along the Northern Saints trail

First published on: 16th October 2024

This past week, a diverse group of pilgrims set out on a four-day pilgrimage along The Way of Life, one of the Northern Saints Trails crossing County Durham. The event, named The Pilgrimage of Hope, was organised in collaboration with The Auckland Project, GATHER Church Teesdale, the Camino Ingles, and local artists.

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German visitors receive a warm welcome in Durham parishes

First published on: 16th October 2024

Neighbouring parishes in Durham Diocese have enjoyed welcoming a visiting party from Germany.

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Church’s role in collaborative project leads to new defibrillator

First published on: 11th October 2024

A church-led community initiative has led to the installation of a lifesaving defibrillator in the village of Ryton.

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