The latest news from across the Diocese of Durham.
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Diocesan News
United in Prayer for Ukraine
First published on: 25th March 2022On 3rd April 2022, Christian Aid is inviting churches across Britain and Ireland to join together in an act of witness to pray and light candles for Ukraine, for an end to the conflict and for all those affected by the terrible impact of war.
People of Ryhope Raise over £1000 for children in Ukraine
First published on: 25th March 2022On Saturday 19 March 2022, over 60 people gathered at St Paul’s Church, Ryhope, to raise money for children in Ukraine
Durham Growing Young Leaders course draws to a close
First published on: 15th March 2022The 2022 Growing Young Leaders cohort celebrated one of their final events last weekend, with a short residential at Cuthbert House
Durham Cathedral has historic monument extended
First published on: 8th March 2022Durham Cathedral has extended an important stone monument which lists all Bishops of Durham, Priors of the Durham Monastery and Deans of the Cathedral since 995
Sunderland church stars in BBC One programme
First published on: 3rd March 2022Sunderland Minster is to feature in a special episode of Songs of Praise this weekend, titled ‘Sunderland’s Sacred Glass
Durham Diocese responds to Ukraine
First published on: 3rd March 2022Churches across the diocese have been praying and raising funds in aid of the people of Ukraine
#LiveLent resources
First published on: 1st March 2022The national Church has released a wealth of resources for this year’s Live Lent theme ‘Embracing Justice’
Ukraine - A Call to Prayer
First published on: 24th February 2022In response to the Russian attack on Ukraine, Bishop Paul and Bishop Sarah have released the following statement.
Church of England School receives prestigious Artsmark Award
First published on: 16th February 2022Pupils and staff at St Hild’s Church of England School are celebrating after receiving a prestigious Artsmark Award
Students at Ian Ramsey CE Academy observe Holocaust Memorial Day
First published on: 11th February 2022Not just a number but what you make of your time on earth...
