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Diocesan News
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.
Successful Germany visit will build on existing links
First published on: 7th July 2023A delegation from Durham have returned from a visit to a link diocese in North East Germany, which they hope will foster relations between churches and schools.
GATHER: A New Rural Church Plant for Teesdale
First published on: 4th July 2023The Diocese of Durham is excited to announce the launch of GATHER: God's Tent in Teesdale, a new church plant that is part of the Diocese's church planting strategy.
Year 6 prayer spaces and leavers’ services at Durham Cathedral
First published on: 3rd July 2023Each year we have the privilege of running an event for the Year 6 pupils in our Church of England primary schools across the diocese to mark the transition from primary to secondary education.
Priest and Deacon Ordinations Petertide 2023
First published on: 2nd July 2023Today, Saturday 2 July, Bishop Paul ordained ten priests in a service at Durham Cathedral.
Nominations open for National Church Awards
First published on: 30th June 2023Churches across the Diocese are being invited to enter nominations for this year's National Church Awards.
Durham church school is 'good' with outstanding qualities - Ofsted
First published on: 27th June 2023Inspectors concluded that pupils at St Peter’s Elwick Church of England Primary School in Hartlepool benefit from an “exceptional” curriculum that prepares them well for life and they learn to do the right thing, even when it is difficult.
