The latest news from across the Diocese of Durham.
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Diocesan News
Outdoor church grows in the glory of God’s wonderful creation
First published on: 2nd April 2025A vibrant new community can be found in a north west corner of Durham Diocese – it has no windows or walls but everyone can be assured of a warm welcome.
Diocese joins green partnership in Darlington
First published on: 2nd April 2025The Diocese of Durham has joined a North East partnership which is dedicated to achieving net zero. The Darlington Employers Environmental Partnership (DEEP) was launched last year to promote sustainability, share best practices, and encourage collaboration on green initiatives.
Rare 400-year-old 'She Bible' is donated to Darlington vicar
First published on: 26th March 2025A rare 400-year-old Bible worth about £10,000 has been donated to the vicar of St Cuthbert’s Church in Darlington to raise money for its Opening Doors project.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
