The Revd Captain Katie Watson
First published on: 20th September 2024A joint statement from Bishop Helen-Ann and Bishop Mark
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Happy 1st Birthday Beyond Youth
First published on: 12th September 2024Last night, many people gathered together at Duke’s Secondary School in Ashington for an evening of celebration and reflection as Beyond Youth marked their first anniversary.
New Principal of Lindisfarne College of Theology licensed
First published on: 11th September 2024The Revd Dr Richard Briggs has been licensed as the new Principal of Lindisfarne College of Theology.
People in the diocese contribute to an ‘amazing’ Great North Run
First published on: 10th September 2024Many people across Newcastle Diocese played their part in this year’s highly successful Great North Run.
The ‘rural survivor’ church in County Durham that’s about to see its future turn
First published on: 30th August 2024All Saints Church in Muggleswick, like many historic rural churches is running at a loss but the dedicated tea at All Saints have decided to invest in their building. With help from the National Churches Trust, they hope to see the church remain open for worship while also becoming a destination for camping.
Cycling Camino of St Cuthbert will raise vital funds for church buildings
First published on: 29th August 2024The Revd Gill Alexander is raising money for St Cuthbert’s Haydon Bridge, and also Haydon Old Church, by cycling to all churches dedicated to St Cuthbert in the Diocese of Newcastle.
Bishop’s Great North Run challenge in support of Newcastle Foodbank
First published on: 29th August 2024It’s all systems go for Bishop Helen-Ann as she continues her preparations for this year’s Great North Run.
Enormous embroidery heads for Hexham Abbey to explore creation in the Bible
First published on: 29th August 2024From 9 October to 23 November, Hexham Abbey will play host to ‘Threads through Creation’, a stunning exhibition of twelve enormous, embroidered silk panels which explore the story of Creation in the Bible.
Summer is brill in Battle Hill
First published on: 28th August 2024Many churches often pause their regular activities during the school holidays. This year, Church of the Good Shepherd in Battle Hill decided to use this opportunity to reach out to their local community in new ways.
Newburn Church puts themselves on the map with community open day
First published on: 27th August 2024In a bid to reach members of their local community, St. Michael and All Angels in Newburn organised a special open day.
Church schools named ‘Schools of Sanctuary’ in North Tyneside
First published on: 7th August 2024Two church schools in North Tyneside have been awarded Schools of Sanctuary status – recognising their solidarity with and welcome for people seeking safety from war and persecution.
Message to the Diocese from Bishop Helen-Ann following days of unrest in the UK
First published on: 6th August 2024A week on from the devastating murders of innocent children in Southport, Bishop Helen-Ann has "utterly condemned" the violence and racism that has followed in towns and cities across the nation. She has called for unity, love and hope.
Bishop Helen-Ann responds to the 'Better Community Sentencing' report
First published on: 26th July 2024Bishop Helen-Ann responds to the 'Cutting crime: better community sentencing' report during a debate in the House of Lords this afternoon.
Sea Sunday tradition continues to evolve at St John's
First published on: 23rd July 2024Sea Sunday is a day for us all to focus on the people who work at sea – remembering those no longer with us and praying for the seafarers and fishermen of today.
Bishop Helen-Ann addresses UK's geographic economic inequality
First published on: 22nd July 2024Bishop Helen-Ann spoke in the Economic growth, infrastructure and employment debate in the House of Lords this evening.
Clergy Retreat 2024:Encouraging a subversive imagination
First published on: 19th July 2024This week, Hexham Abbey welcomed licensed clergy from the diocese for a two-day retreat, led by Canon Dr Paula Gooder, Chancellor of St Paul's Cathedral.
Bishop Helen-Ann addresses Diocesan Synod
First published on: 15th July 2024Read Bishop Helen-Ann's Presidential Address from Diocesan Synod, held at Newcastle Cathedral on Saturday 13 July.
Illuminated Sheep at Newcastle Cathedral: An Invitation to Participate
First published on: 11th July 2024In October, Newcastle Cathedral will host the Illuminated Sheep artwork by artist Deepa Mann-Kler, The Cathedral would like to use the period before the installation goes live to showcase the work the Church is doing, particularly in our more rural communities. One way you can do this is by ‘decorating’ the sheep for a one-week period and having a display about your ministry alongside it.
Vacancy goes live as part of new LGBTQI+ chaplaincy service in Newcastle Diocese
First published on: 9th July 2024A new chaplaincy service to support the LGBTQI+ community is being established within Newcastle Diocese.
Holy Trinity Jesmond links with local schools through Lifepath
First published on: 8th July 2024160 Year 4 children, five primary schools, two days of drama, craft and prayer workshops and an insight into the life of St Aidan can only mean one thing: Lifepath returns to Holy Trinity Jesmond.
Bishop Helen-Ann supports safeguarding motion at General Synod
First published on: 8th July 2024“I am grateful to have had further to engage with victims and survivors and +Joanne and all who are working to make us a safer Church and exemplar of best practice.” Bishop Helen-Ann spoke at Synod this morning, supporting item number 22 on safeguarding.
Ordinations 2024 - Welcoming five of our new deacons
First published on: 30th June 2024Five of our new deacons were ordained at Newcastle Cathedral this afternoon by Bishop Helen-Ann.
Ordinations 2024 - Joy as new priests ordained
First published on: 29th June 2024There was great joy at Newcastle Cathedral earlier today as three new priests were ordained by Bishop Mark.
A Service Celebrating Women's Ministry in our Diocese
First published on: 24th June 2024On Sunday 23 June, a wonderful service took place at Newcastle Cathedral celebrating women’s ministry in our Diocese, both past and present.
Bishop Helen-Ann reflects on the parallels between ultra-running and religion
First published on: 24th June 2024Territorio Trail Media, a Spanish media company which specialises in trail running, recently interviewed Bishop Helen-Ann after recognising her passion for running and avid following of both the Spine Race and Barkley Marathons.
Cathedral Celebration this Sunday to mark 30 Years of Women as Priests
First published on: 21st June 2024This Sunday, 23 June, four women will be installed as Canons at Newcastle Cathedral in a service celebrating 30 years of the ordination of female priests in the Church of England.
‘It’s been an absolute privilege’ – Karenza to move on after three decades
First published on: 21st June 2024A key figure who has led the North East Religious Learning Resources Centre (NERLRC) for more than 30 years has announced that she will retire later this year.
Newcastle Cathedral welcomes school leavers
First published on: 21st June 2024This week, we have had the privilege of welcoming Y4 and Y6 pupils to Newcastle Cathedral as they prepare to transition to their next school.
Bishop of Newcastle welcomes Cathedral’s first Anglican Communion Canon
First published on: 20th June 2024The Bishop of Newcastle is pleased to announce that the Reverend Dr Kelly Brown Douglas, currently Interim President of Episcopal Divinity School in New York, has agreed to become Newcastle Cathedral’s first Anglican Communion Canon.
‘Good’ news for NCEA Thomas Bewick School
First published on: 19th June 2024Thomas Bewick School, part of the Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust, is celebrating the outcome of their recent OFSTED inspection, which judged the school to be ‘Good’ in all aspects.
