In his first Presidential Address to Diocesan Synod on 16 May 2026, Bishop Rick reflects on the profound changes shaping the world and the Church at this time. With honesty and hope, he encourages us to embrace this new season with deeper humility and boldness in sharing the love of Jesus with our communities.
Grace Church, a new worshipping community which meets at St Nicholas, Boldon Colliery within The Benefice of The Boldons, marked its first anniversary last weekend, celebrating a year of significant growth to become an encouraging expression of Christian faith and community life.
Children’s ministry can feel isolating — but it doesn’t have to be. Following a diocesan listening exercise, one message came through clearly: those serving children and families want greater connection, encouragement and support. In response, the first Children’s Ministry Network launched in Stockton Deanery in October 2025 — and it’s already becoming a thriving learning community.
The Durham Lesotho Link is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, marking four decades of partnership between the Diocese of Durham and its link diocese in Lesotho.
The Diocese of Durham is continuing its work on Called to Fruitfulness, a 10-year programme of transformation and renewal for churches across the region, supported by national church funding.
Holy Trinity Church, Pelton, has unveiled a striking new art installation of origami doves - each one carrying a handwritten prayer from local schoolchildren, congregation members and visitors.
On Tuesday 30 September, many gathered to celebrate the institution of The Revd Canon Katherine Bagnall as the new Archdeacon of Sunderland.
On Saturday 13 September, people from across the Diocese gathered together at Durham Cathedral to celebrate those called to exercise lay ministry within our Diocese.
An 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.
As part of the Flourish Partnership between St John’s Church and St John’s CE Primary School in Shildon, a joyful baptism recently took place within the school—an inspiring moment that reflects the strength of the growing relationship between church, school, and families.
