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Diocesan News
Christmas tree festival brings hundreds to Consett church
First published on: 8th December 2023The Bishop of Durham is among almost 1,000 people who have visited this year’s Consett Christmas Tree Festival so far.
Narnia-themed prayer spaces popular in Lanchester
First published on: 29th November 2023All Saints Church in Lanchester has been transformed into a magical scene from C.S. Lewis’ Narnia.
150th Anniversary for St. James' Burnopfield
First published on: 28th November 2023Last weekend, St. James’ Church in Burnopfield marked its 150th anniversary which saw the whole community come together in celebration.
Bishop Paul's final Presidential Address
First published on: 18th November 2023Bishop Paul gave his final Presidential Address to the Diocesan Synod as they gathered today at Newton Aycliffe.
Bede 1350 - Service of Thanksgiving led by Bishop Paul
First published on: 16th November 2023School children and civic dignitaries gathered at St Paul’s Church in Jarrow for a Service of Thanksgiving led by Bishop Paul, celebrating 1,350 years since the birth of the Venerable Bede.
Daughter succeeds her long-serving father as Durham Cathedral’s Head Verger
First published on: 15th November 2023The new Head Verger at Durham Cathedral has spoken of her pride after following in her father’s footsteps.
King’s honour for church project which supports people in need
First published on: 14th November 2023A church project which supports people struggling to make ends meet has received an award from His Majesty the King.
Remembrance Sunday Services 2023
First published on: 7th November 2023Services and events will take place across the Diocese this weekend to mark Remembrance Sunday.
National Living Wage Week 2023: Bishop Paul speaks out
First published on: 6th November 2023“The Real Living Wage changes people’s lives, not simply the person earning but their whole family as well and that’s why I continue to be a strong advocate of it.” This Living Wage Week, Bishop Paul speaks out about why it is so important for employers to commit to paying their staff a real Living Wage.
Community project provides food and vital support for people in need
First published on: 31st October 2023Mickey’s Project, based at St Michael & All Angels Church in Sulgrave, was set up to help people in need during the coronavirus pandemic but is continuing to provide an essential service.
