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Diocesan News
Eggleston Agricultural Show: a community comes together
First published on: 1st October 2024On Saturday 15th September, the annual Eggleston Agricultural Show, the last large agricultural gathering in the Dales, brought together locals, farmers and faith groups in a celebration of community spirit. Among the many stands were the churches from the old Barnard Castle Deanery and The Methodist Circuit, who partnered once again to ‘man’ a shared stand.
Church-aided advice service continues to help people struggling with debt
First published on: 19th September 2024A free service set up by St Andrew’s Church, Haughton-le-Skerne to support people struggling with debt is continuing to go from strength-to-strength.
Lay Ministry Celebration Service
First published on: 14th September 2024On Saturday 14 September, people from across the Diocese gathered together at Durham Cathedral to celebrate those called to exercise lay ministry within our Diocese with Bishop Sarah licensing or authorising 23 new lay ministers.
Chaplain supports Durham Army Cadets at annual camp
First published on: 13th September 2024Reverend Brian Whitley, Priest-in-Charge of the Gaunless Valley Parishes, once again dedicated his time to supporting young people during their military training this summer.
New Principal of Lindisfarne College of Theology licensed
First published on: 11th September 2024The Revd Dr Richard Briggs has been licensed as the new Principal of Lindisfarne College of Theology.
Windy Nook summer arts course inspires young performers
First published on: 10th September 2024This summer’s holiday performing arts course at Windy Nook, Gateshead, for 5 to 11-year-olds was an unforgettable week of creativity, growth and community.
Collaborative working leads to new life-saving defibrillator at church
First published on: 5th September 2024A community initiative has led to the welcome installation of a defibrillator at St Peter’s Church in Jarrow.
Celebrations as long-serving organist marks 50 years
First published on: 4th September 2024Ken Elsdon has been organist at All Saints Church in Penshaw since 1974, having previously also served as choirmaster at the church.
Bishop Sarah visits Lesotho Link Diocese - our partner since 1986
First published on: 21st August 2024The Diocese of Durham has a longstanding link with Lesotho in Southern Africa and Bishop Sarah is delighted to have been able to visit this summer.
Support for faith communities in Durham Diocese
First published on: 15th August 2024A remarkable show of unity and solidarity following recent protests in Sunderland and Hartlepool is continuing as the Diocese of Durham reaches out to support faith communities.
