Over 100 people gathered on Saturday 14 March to consider how we move ‘Beyond Foodbanks.’ The summit, jointly organised by Communities Together Durham and Food Durham brought together over 30 different organisations from across the North East.
A Durham church is counting the cost after ruthless thieves stole lead from the roof in three separate incidents.
On Wednesday 11 March, the College of Canons of Durham Cathedral formally elected the Venerable Rick Simpson as the next Bishop of Durham at a historic ceremony at Durham Cathedral.
A prayer for Iran by the Rt Revd Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani, Bishop of Chelmsford
The Revd Canon Dr Jennifer Cooper, currently Director of Initial Ministerial Education (IME) in the dioceses of Durham and Newcastle, is to be the next Canon Chancellor of St Albans Cathedral.
From 27–28 February, around 150 students and young adults from 14 churches across the North East gathered for the ONE WAY Conference, an ecumenical event bringing together Christian student and young adult communities with a shared heart for church unity.
The partnership between GATHER, The Hearth, and The Auckland Project has matured over the last two years into a reliable rhythm of pilgrimage. We are excited to share a new experience day this spring as we return to Bishop Auckland on March 13th. There is a genuine sense of anticipation from our team about journeying alongside those who attend; we've seen firsthand how these days foster deep connection, and the feedback from past events continues to be a real encouragement.
Downing Street has announced that His Majesty the King has approved the appointment of the Venerable Rick Simpson, currently Archdeacon of Auckland, as the next Bishop of Durham.
All Saints Stranton is marking its 900th anniversary with a special exhibition celebrating weddings held at the church over the years.
It has today been announced by 10 Downing Street that Bishop Sarah, our Bishop of Jarrow and Acting Bishop of Durham, is to be the next Bishop of Ely. We offer our warmest congratulations to Bishop Sarah as she prepares to move into this exciting new ministry.
