The latest news from across the Diocese of Durham.
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Diocesan News
Special centenary brings new hope for bell ringing in Staindrop
First published on: 26th March 2025A Durham community will celebrate a special centenary for a unique set of church bells which were recast 100 years ago.
Rare 400-year-old 'She Bible' is donated to Darlington church
First published on: 26th March 2025A rare 400-year-old Bible worth about £10,000 has been donated to St Cuthbert’s Church in Darlington to raise money for its Opening Doors project.
‘We were on holy ground’ – a special launch for new church The Haven
First published on: 20th March 2025More than 60 people joined together as a new church plant in Darlington enjoyed a successful launch.
Five years on - moving service remembers Covid victims
First published on: 19th March 2025Five years on from the start of the pandemic, loved ones lost during the Coronavirus pandemic were remembered during a special service at Sunderland Minster.
Update on the Durham CNC process
First published on: 19th March 2025Update on the Durham Crown Nominations Commission (CNC) process by Bishop Sarah and James Morgan.
Royal Maundy Service returns to Durham Diocese after 50 years
First published on: 27th February 2025Durham Cathedral will host the Royal Maundy Service for the first time in over 50 years, with His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen in attendance.
An update on Durham Crown Nominations Commission process
First published on: 17th February 2025An update on Durham Crown Nominations Commission process from Bishop Sarah and Diocesan Secretary, James Morgan on Monday 17 February 2025.
Bibles generously donated as new church The Haven prepares to open
First published on: 13th February 2025It’s exciting times for a new church which will be launched in Darlington early next month.
Official opening of new £40m Durham school
First published on: 7th February 2025Children at Belmont Community School and Belmont Church of England Primary School welcomed Cabinet members from Durham County Council for the official opening of their modern new shared campus - which has been funded by the local authority.
Nationally renowned play at Durham church to raise awareness of GRT communities
First published on: 29th January 2025A play which highlights the challenges faced by itinerant Gypsy communities will be performed in Durham Diocese this weekend.
