The latest news from across the Diocese of Durham.
Contact the Communications Team regarding a news story or press release.
Diocesan News
GATHER's Urban Pilgrimage
First published on: 22nd August 2023On Saturday 19th August, GATHER, the dynamic church plant community based in Teesdale, organised an Urban Pilgrimage Day through Durham.
Portrait paints a picture of decade long devotion to Durham
First published on: 10th August 2023A portrait of the Bishop of Durham has been unveiled at Auckland Castle marking the prominent religious figure’s retirement next year after 10 years of devoted service.
Faith museum to open in the autumn
First published on: 9th August 2023An exciting new museum will open in the autumn for visitors to explore encounters, experiences and expressions of faith in Britain.
Lottery boost for church-based health and wellbeing charity after emotional year
First published on: 7th August 2023A community project which supports health and wellbeing has received a welcome funding boost of £83,000.
Help fund a footpath which will provide vital access to baby memorial
First published on: 3rd August 2023A special memorial is set to be installed at a Durham church to commemorate babies and infants who died in decades gone by.
Latest American mission trip to Sunderland inspires youngsters
First published on: 2nd August 2023About 20 young people from Long Hollow Church near Nashville headed for Sunderland as part of a UK-USA Ministries Mission Team visit, which saw them based in the Parish of North Wearside, where they spent several days at both Northern Saints Primary and Southwick Community Primary.
School is recognised for focus on poverty and the environment
First published on: 26th July 2023Holy Trinity Church of England Academy in South Shields has achieved Bronze Award status in Christian Aid’s Global Neighbours Scheme, an accreditation programme which helps pupils learn about global poverty and the Christian responsibility to tackle it.
GATHER: Rural Church Plant launches at Alwent Hall
First published on: 19th July 2023On the 10th of July, the picturesque grounds of Alwent Hall near Staindrop in County Durham provided the ideal backdrop for the launch of new rural church plant, Gather.
Bishop Paul announces plans to retire
First published on: 14th July 2023Bishop Paul has announced that he plans to retire from the role of Bishop of Durham at the end of February next year. He will have served as Bishop of Durham for 10 years.
Inspirational George is honoured by Archbishop for service to church music
First published on: 11th July 2023A long-serving organist and choirmaster in Durham Diocese has received a prestigious national award.
