'Regions like the North East have lots to offer,' says Bishop Helen-Ann
First published on: 20th May 2024On Monday 20 May, Bishop Helen-Ann spoke in the House of Lords to support an amendment to the Media Bill.
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Church marks centenary with tree planting project in Malawi
First published on: 9th May 2024When Holy Trinity Church in Jesmond celebrated their centenary in 2022, a plan to mark it by planting 100 trees in the UK was hampered by bureaucracy. They took the project to Africa where a reforestation initiative is supporting communities.
Sense of pride as historic lychgate is restored and rededicated
First published on: 8th May 2024A Victorian lychgate which was demolished following a road accident three years ago at St John’s Church in Longhirst has been restored to its former glory.
Brother George gets on his bike for Hermitage refurbishment plan
First published on: 24th April 2024A veteran cyclist is preparing to pedal from Holy Island to key sites around North Northumberland and Tyneside in a three-day journey of more than 100 miles.
'Pedal Powered Pilgrimage' - Nigel Brown chronicles fundraising cycle
First published on: 24th April 2024An organist at a North Tyneside church has completed the latest stage of a unique bike ride to raise vital funds for an ambitious fundraising project.
RNLI chaplain took the plunge by becoming a full crew member
First published on: 19th April 2024The Revd Anthony O'Grady took his chaplaincy duties with the RNLI a step further when he was invited to become part of his local crew.
Bishop Helen-Ann speaks out during 'Children in Care' debate
First published on: 18th April 2024On Thursday 18 April, Bishop Helen-Ann spoke during the 'Children in Care' debate in the House of Lords
‘A fascinating insight’ – the Bishop’s city centre night shift with the police
First published on: 16th April 2024Bishop Helen-Ann has paid tribute to the work of our emergency services after gaining first-hand experience of front-line policing.
Bishop Helen-Ann appointed a patron of Newcastle Foodbank
First published on: 11th April 2024Bishop Helen-Ann has accepted an invitation to become a patron of Newcastle Foodbank – describing the appointment as “a great honour indeed.”
Churches collaborate for NCD Youth event
First published on: 11th April 2024Young people joined together for a time of worship, prayer and pizza as part of an exciting new initiative.
Four new non-residentiary canons announced
First published on: 8th April 2024On 7 April, Bishop Helen-Ann was delighted to announce four new Non-Residentiary Canons who will be installed on 23 June 2024 at Newcastle Cathedral during a special service which will also celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Ordination of Women to the Priesthood in the Church of England.
Maundy Money – recipients in Newcastle Diocese
First published on: 4th April 2024There were two recipients from Newcastle Diocese as Queen Camilla handed out Maundy Money at Worcester Cathedral.
National Easter Service from Holy Island
First published on: 3rd April 2024WATCH AGAIN: The Church of England's Easter Day online service this year came from St Mary's Church, Holy Island with the Revd Canon Dr Sarah Hills.
Bishop Helen-Ann's Chrism Eucharist Sermon
First published on: 28th March 2024Clergy and lay ministers from across our Diocese gathered together at Newcastle Cathedral on Maundy Thursday morning for Chrism Eucharist. You can read Bishop Helen-Ann's sermon from the service below.
Pupils embark on Easter Journey during Holy Week
First published on: 27th March 2024Pupils from a Church of England primary school have been on an interactive ‘Easter Journey’ during Holy Week.
Celebrations as pre-school is rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted
First published on: 27th March 2024A pre-school has received the highest possible rating of ‘outstanding’ by education watchdog Ofsted.
Organist’s 1,000-mile cycle will support ambitious church refurbishment plan
First published on: 26th March 2024An organist at a North Tyneside church is set to embark on a unique bike ride to raise vital funds for an ambitious fundraising project.
Lent and Easter Services 2024
First published on: 22nd March 2024There are a number of services and events happening across the Diocese of Newcastle during Lent and Easter. Find your closest...
Richard Whaite licensed as new Director of Mission and Ministry
First published on: 19th March 2024On Sunday 17 March, our new Director of Mission and Ministry, the Revd Dr Richard Whaite, was licensed by Bishop Helen-Ann during a service at Newcastle Cathedral, where he was also installed as a Canon of the Cathedral.
Revd Dr Richard Briggs appointed as Principal of Lindisfarne College of Theology
First published on: 8th March 2024We are delighted to announce the appointment of the Revd Dr Richard Briggs as Principal of the Lindisfarne College of Theology.
Survivors of church-based abuse host LOUDfence service at Newcastle Cathedral
First published on: 7th March 2024A special service took place at Newcastle Cathedral as part of a five-day LOUDfence event in support of victims and survivors of church-based abuse.
Bishop Helen-Ann raises concerns in the Windrush debate
First published on: 29th February 2024Bishop Helen-Ann today, 29 February 2024, raised concerns in the House of Lords about the effectiveness of the Windrush Compensation Scheme.
Bishop Helen-Ann supports language provision in House of Lords' Media Bill
First published on: 29th February 2024Bishop Helen-Ann spoke in the House of Lords yesterday, 28 February 2024, during the second reading of the Media Bill, where she asked the Government to strengthen language provision in public service broadcasting, particularly Gaelic.
Survivors of church-based abuse plan LOUDfence service at Newcastle Cathedral
First published on: 28th February 2024A special service will be held at Newcastle Cathedral next month as part of a five-day LOUDfence event in support of victims and survivors of church-based abuse.
Bishop Helen-Ann calls on General Synod for decisive response to the Jay Report
First published on: 26th February 2024“I am proud to be bishop of a diocese that has pioneered work with victims and survivors.” Bishop Helen-Ann called on General Synod for a decisive response to the Jay Report on safeguarding in the Church of England.
Early years provision ‘sets our children up for life’ at education conference
First published on: 20th February 2024The education of our youngest children took centre stage at a key meeting of church and school leaders in Newcastle and Durham dioceses.
Broomhaugh First School ‘outstanding’ for Early Years
First published on: 13th February 2024Broomhaugh First School has been graded outstanding – the highest possible rating – for its early years education. Rating the school “good” overall, Ofsted inspectors judged the Riding Mill school to be “outstanding” in the two of four assessment areas – early years provision and personal development of pupils.
Abbey is quite a picture on opening weekend of 1,350th anniversary year
First published on: 8th February 2024The opening weekend of activities to celebrate Hexham Abbey’s 1,350th anniversary has been hailed a resounding success.
Abdul Ezedi
First published on: 6th February 2024A Statement from the Diocese of Newcastle (Church of England) regarding Abdul Ezedi
Bishop Helen-Ann joins the anniversary celebrations at Hexham Abbey
First published on: 5th February 2024Bishop Helen-Ann was at Hexham Abbey this weekend as a programme of events to mark its 1,350th anniversary got underway.
