Black History Month Reflection: Seeking Reconcilliation
First published on: 6th October 2025A Black History Month Reflection By The Revd Mahalha Wachepa, Team Vicar (Billingham Team Parish)
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The Rt Revd Sarah Mullally to become 106th Archbishop of Canterbury
First published on: 3rd October 2025His Majesty The King has approved the nomination of the Bishop of London, the Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally, as the next Archbishop of Canterbury, Downing Street has announced.
Bishop Sarah responds to Heaton Park Synagogue attack
First published on: 3rd October 2025Following the attack on Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue yesterday, The Acting Bishop of Durham, The Right Reverend Sarah Clark responds.
Welcoming our new Archdeacon of Sunderland
First published on: 1st October 2025On Tuesday 30 September, many gathered to celebrate the institution of The Revd Canon Katherine Bagnall as the new Archdeacon of Sunderland.
Seven new Honorary Canons of Durham Cathedral announced
First published on: 13th October 2025The Acting Bishop of Durham, the Right Reverend Sarah Clark, is pleased to announce that the following people have been appointed as Honorary Canons of Durham Cathedral.
Lay Ministry Service 2025
First published on: 18th September 2025On Saturday 13 September, people from across the Diocese gathered together at Durham Cathedral to celebrate those called to exercise lay ministry within our Diocese.
Open air service celebrates Jesus and railway history
First published on: 16th September 2025A church in Durham Diocese has joined together with its community for a unique double celebration.
A prayer following the death of the Duchess of Kent
First published on: 8th September 2025A prayer from the Church of England following the death of the Duchess of Kent
Young musician awarded prestigious organ scholarship at St. David's Cathedral
First published on: 29th August 2025An 18-year-old musician, who started his journey aged ten as apprentice organist at St. Mary's Gainford, has been awarded a prestigious scholarship at St. David’s Cathedral in Wales.
Children flourish at St. Alban's Holiday Club
First published on: 28th August 2025This summer, St Alban’s Church in Windy Nook hosted a holiday club that brought children together to explore creativity, build friendships, and grow in confidence. The club was funded by the government’s Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) and Communities Together Durham, and delivered in partnership with theatre company Damn Cheek.
