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The Venerable Rick Simpson to be the next Bishop of Durham
19th February 2026
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.
Stranton Church celebrates weddings through the years
29th January 2026
All Saints Stranton is marking its 900th anniversary with a special exhibition celebrating weddings held at the church over the years.
Bishop Sarah Clark to become next Bishop of Ely
27th January 2026
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.