The latest news from across the Diocese of Durham.
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Diocesan News
Queen's Accession 70th Anniversary
First published on: 7th February 2022Sermon given by Bishop Paul to mark the 70th Anniversary of the Queen's Accession
Durham Cathedral to introduce new efficient lighting
First published on: 4th February 2022Durham Cathedral will welcome a team developing a new lighting scheme to make the building more efficient, reducing carbon emission by employing the latest LED technology
County Durham church receives national recognition
First published on: 27th January 2022St Andrews has received national acclaim for being one of the 10 best small pilgrimage sites in Britain.
Students decorate stones with messages promoting positive mental health
First published on: 26th January 2022The stones aim to support people in the Ryhope community
Local church equipped to do more for people in need in Durham city
First published on: 25th January 2022St Nics is excited to announce its ability to help people in poverty in Durham City in a practical way
Durham Diocese students vow to use their faith to inspire social change
First published on: 24th January 2022The Diocese of Durham has celebrated students completing its first ever ‘Action Course’, which encourages Christians to use their faith to inspire real social change in their communities.
St Edmund’s Treefest benefits for Scouts and Guides
First published on: 20th January 2022The 1st Sedgefield Scouting and Guiding groups have each been presented with cheques for £650
Blue Monday sees launch of new community project
First published on: 17th January 2022A group of churches working together across South Tyneside have launched a project to tackle loneliness and isolation, household debt as well as offering support around mental health
White Ribbon Sunday: not a time for surrender
First published on: 7th January 2022Click here to read Revd Chantal Noppen’s account of Sunderland Minster’s ‘White Ribbon Sunday’ event
Bishop Paul calls for amendments to Borders Bill
First published on: 6th January 2022Bishop Paul has spoken in the House of Lords during the second reading of the Nationality and Borders Bill.
