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Diocesan News
The Old Oak - an important story for our times!
First published on: 19th October 2023Following the release of ‘The Old Oak’ from award-winning filmmaker, Ken Loach, Dr Val Barron, Lead Development Worker for Communities Together Durham describes her involvement in the film, which explores a north east community’s response to the arrival of refugees.
Rachael returns to Camino in a collar for memorable pilgrimage
First published on: 19th October 2023After finding God while serving in the British Army and being ordained a priest this summer, the Revd Rachael Phillips’ decision to walk the Camino de Santiago while wearing her collar, gave her a unique opportunity to share her faith.
Brand new multi-faith prayer room opens at Newcastle Airport
First published on: 18th October 2023Newcastle International Airport has unveiled a brand-new multi-faith prayer room and quiet space. Faith leaders from across the North East joined together to mark the official opening.
Lottery funding holds key to exciting plans for historic church
First published on: 18th October 2023A 12th century church is preparing a second bid for Lottery funding to boost an ambitious project focused on sharing its rich history with the wider community.
Churches create a stir at Eggleston Show
First published on: 10th October 2023Upper Teesdale Churches Together have, once again, played an active part in this year’s Eggleston Show.
Foodbank given boost by contemporary art swap shop
First published on: 9th October 2023Local artist and cameraman, Karl Coates, has handed a lifeline to a local foodbank based at St. Michael and All Angels Church in Norton with a unique fundraising idea after he felt called to give his art away.
A GATHERing of Faith and Fellowship with Film Crew in Attendance
First published on: 19th September 2023In the heart of the picturesque Teesdale, under the setting sun, a new congregation of believers came together at the start of September – this time at Ingleton Pavilion - and they were joined by a film crew!
New Lay Ministers licensed at Durham Cathedral
First published on: 17th September 2023On Saturday 16 September, 17 new people were licensed as Lay Ministers by Bishop Paul during a service at Durham Cathedral.
The Very Revd Dr Philip Plyming installed as new Dean of Durham
First published on: 16th September 2023On Saturday 16 September at 3pm, Dr Plyming was installed as the new Dean of Durham during a service at Durham Cathedral attended by leading figures from the County, City, Church and members of the public.
School pupils take part in pilgrimage to Holy Island
First published on: 14th September 2023At the end of last term, 60 pupils from four of the Church of England secondary schools in the Diocese took part in a Pilgrimage across the sands on the Pilgrim Way to Holy Island.
