We hold occasional events which are open to members of the LGBTQI+ community and all those who stand in solidarity with us. Topics so far include an Introduction to Queer Theology and current ...

On Thursday 16 October, Bishop Helen-Ann took part in a House of Lords debate on the topic of 'Growing threats to UK food security'.

During a short debate in the House of Lords on Thursday 15 October, Bishop Helen-Ann recognised the vital contribution family businesses make to the economy and local communities. Read the full speech ...

On Tuesday 13 October, Bishop Helen-Ann took part in a House of Lords debate on the Health Bill at its second reading. My Lords, it is an honour to follow the noble Lady, Baroness Campbell of Surbiton ...

An exciting project to revitalise the village of Blanchland and build a sustainable future for its Abbey church is entering a critical new phase. The Blanchland Abbey Project was launched back in 2019 ...

Tuesday 7 July 2026 saw a milestone moment for the Church of Our Lady, Seaton, as the church bell, thought to date to 1490, was returned to its home in the bell tower after a programme of repair and ...

Petertide ordinations will take place on Saturday 27 June and Sunday 28 June at Newcastle Cathedral with four people being ordained as priests and two as deacons. Our soon-to-be deacons will be ...

Three families from the congregation of the Church of the Ascension, Kenton, hosted a memorable cultural evening on Saturday 25 April, inviting guests to explore Indian and Tamil traditions through ...

A rural church has become the first in Newcastle Diocese to join a growing phenomenon which is enabling people to sleep over in places of worship. All Saints is one of 30+ churches across the country ...

Paul Rickeard, CEO at the Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust, has been recognised in the 2026 New Years Honours list with an OBE. Paul has worked in education for almost 24 years the last ...

Over the past couple of months, one question has been something of a guiding light in my daily life and work: who is my neighbour? It’s a question asked of Jesus in Luke’s Gospel. Jesus’ answer comes ...