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The latest news from across the Diocese of Durham. 

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Lottery boost will enable church hall refurbishment

First published on: 20th May 2025

A church which will celebrate its 150th anniversary next year has received a timely funding boost.

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Meet our Ordinands 2025

First published on: 20th May 2025

Ordinations will take place on Saturday 28 June and Sunday 29 June at Durham Cathedral with eleven people being ordained as deacons and eight as priests.

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Bishop Sarah's Presidential Address at Diocesan Synod (17 May 2025)

First published on: 17th May 2025

In her address to Diocesan Synod on 17 May 2025, Bishop Sarah recognises the turbulent world we are living in, offering us Jesus' words as encouragement, “Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.”

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Durham youth group enjoys a Holy weekend away

First published on: 14th May 2025

St Nics’ thriving youth group, made up of 11–18-year-olds, recently returned from an unforgettable residential weekend in Seahouses, Northumberland. Twenty-one young people took part in the weekend, which focused on the theme of Holiness.

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Communities Together Durham expands support for asylum seekers and refugees

First published on: 9th May 2025

Communities Together Durham (CTD) has expanded its efforts to support asylum seekers and refugees across County Durham, thanks to new external funding. Originally established over a decade ago to help churches engage with local communities, CTD now plays a crucial role in assisting new arrivals.

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VE Day Services and Celebrations

First published on: 2nd May 2025

Services and celebrations taking place across the diocese.

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Bishop Sarah's Easter Message 2025

First published on: 20th April 2025

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A statement from Bishop Sarah following the death of Pope Francis

First published on: 21st April 2025

Following news of the death of Pope Francis, Bishop Sarah said:

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Congratulations to our Maundy Money recipients

First published on: 15th April 2025

Congratulations to all of the recipients from Durham Diocese who have been chosen to receive this year’s Maundy Money. We invite you to read more about some of the inspiring individuals receiving this special Maundy gift.

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Barnard Castle church launches music sharing project to support smaller choirs

First published on: 10th April 2025

St Mary's Barnard Castle with Whorlton Parish Church in County Durham, renowned for its thriving music outreach programme, has launched an inspiring new initiative: the Music Sharing Project.

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