All Saints Stranton marks end of 900th anniversary celebrations
All Saints Stranton marked the end of its 900th anniversary year with a special service on 1 November 2026.
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Workplace chaplaincy has supported Metro Centre staff for 40 years
Four decades of workplace chaplaincy at Gateshead’s Metrocentre has been celebrated during a special gathering at the venue.
Bishop of Durham enters the House of Lords
On 26 October, Bishop Rick was introduced into the House of Lords...
Next Bishop of Jarrow announced
Downing Street has announced that the Reverend Dr Jitesh Patel has been appointed the next Suffragan Bishop of Jarrow following approval by His Majesty the King.
60 years of faithful service celebrated at Stockton Parish
A special service of thanksgiving was held at St Peter’s Stockton to celebrate George's 60 years service as Organist and Choirmaster...
A Launchpad for successful youth ministry – Hillside Church, Gateshead
The Launchpad programme helped leaders at the Parish of Hillside find ways of reaching the next wave of young people...
Hanna is enabling young Christians to flourish
The newest addition to Durham Diocese’s Growing Leadership team, Dr Hanna Lucas, is passionate about helping people to develop a deep Christian faith.
DAC hosts Church Building Awards
On Wednesday the Diocesan Advisory Committee (DAC) hosted its inaugural Church Building Awards event at Cuthbert House.
Military connection leads to armed forces chaplaincy for Anita
A clergywoman in Durham Diocese has taken on a chaplaincy role with the Royal British Legion (RBL).
Eco-focused technology brings warmth to Victorian church
A Victorian church is embracing modern technology after installing a new eco-friendly heating system. The halo heating chandeliers at St…