New Priest in Charge appointed in the Benefice of North Tyne and Redesdale
First published on: 23rd May 2022A new Priest in Charge has been appointed to the churches of North Tyne and Redesdale
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Church crowdfunds for essential heating repairs
First published on: 16th May 2022A North Tyneside church which runs a vital community baby bank has launched a fundraising appeal for a new heating system
Trustees and School Governors wanted at Church of England MAT
First published on: 10th May 2022Our friends at Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust (NCEAT) are on the lookout for professionals from a wide range of industry sectors to get involved in the governance of the Trust as it embarks on one of its most exciting chapters to date
Holy Trinity Church celebrate 100 years with Centenary Exhibition!
First published on: 10th May 2022Bishop Mark visited Holy Trinity Church, Jesmond to celebrate the opening of their Centenary Exhibition.
Hexham Abbey hosts High Sheriff installation
First published on: 9th May 2022Bishop Mark attended the installation of the new High Sheriff of Northumberland, Colonel James Royds and Canon Alan Hughes as his Chaplain
Geordie Hospital star sets sights on Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge
First published on: 6th May 2022Head of Chaplaincy at Newcastle-upon-Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Revd Capt Katie Watson, aims to complete the gruelling challenge in July
Charity brings forest school dream to life for CofE primary school
First published on: 6th May 2022A charity which supports individuals living with lifelong mental health conditions and learning disabilities has partnered up with a local primary school to help transform part of its playing field into a forest school
Holding Ukraine in our hearts and minds
First published on: 5th May 2022As the crisis in Ukraine continues to unfold, churches across our Diocese are showing their solidarity with the eastern European nation.
Newcastle Diocese Generosity Week is back!
First published on: 5th May 2022September last year saw the start of a brand new diocesan wide event - Newcastle Diocese Generosity Week - which allowed us the opportunity to spend time collectively focusing on nurturing and encouraging generosity
Primary pupils and conservationists join forces to clean local beach
First published on: 3rd May 2022A primary school in Ashington has partnered with conservation experts from a local diving centre to help clean up one of South East Northumberland’s most popular beaches in the aftermath of the school holidays
Former Bishop of Newcastle receives honorary role
First published on: 3rd May 2022Congratulations to Bishop Christine who has been appointed as Honorary Assistant Bishop in the Diocese of St Albans
Students go behind the scenes of region’s biggest employers
First published on: 28th April 2022Pupils at Duke’s Secondary School in Ashington have been gaining valuable insight into what goes on behind the scenes at some of our region’s employers as part of an ‘Industry Insight’ event.
Priest offers prayers at Iftar Dinner
First published on: 26th April 2022Revd Catherine Macpherson of St Mary’s Blyth offered prayers at a community centre’s first ever Iftar Dinner, held to mark the breaking of fast during Ramadan.
A right royal day out!
First published on: 22nd April 2022Magical scenes greeted Shirley Brown and Baz Dowsett at Windsor Castle as they were gifted Maundy money by HRH Prince Charles.
Easter Banner of Hope success at St Mary’s, Fawdon
First published on: 20th April 2022They have had 875 donations from across the community and congregation
An evening of thanks for NHS and frontline heroes
First published on: 13th April 2022A service of commemoration and reflection was held in Hexham Abbey to thank NHS staff and frontline workers for their bravery and determination throughout the Covid pandemic.
Bishop Mark's Easter Message 2022
First published on: 13th April 2022Bishop Mark speaks of a love which has conquered death, bringing a message of hope this Easter.
Jill Halfpenny visits North East for BBC Easter show
First published on: 12th April 2022Hexham Abbey, Holy Island and Cuddy’s Well all feature in an Easter-themed BBC programme starring Jill Halfpenny
Fairtrade award success for C of E primary school
First published on: 1st April 2022A primary school in South East Northumberland has taken its first steps towards becoming a certified ‘Eco School’ after receiving the FairAware Award from the Fairtrade Foundation
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Newcastle Diocese marks National Day of Reflection
First published on: 29th March 2022Messages and photos were placed at 'walls of reflections' across the nation last week as the Church of England acknowledged the second anniversary of the first Covid-19 lockdown.
New Anna Chaplains commissioned in special service
First published on: 29th March 2022Newcastle Cathedral welcomed two new Anna Chaplains in a special commissioning service
Royal Maundy money honour for members of Newcastle Diocese
First published on: 29th March 2022Two people from our Diocese will be presented with Maundy money in recognition of the significant contribution they have made to their communities
United in Prayer for Ukraine
First published on: 25th March 2022On 3rd April 2022, Christian Aid is inviting churches across Britain and Ireland to join together in an act of witness to pray and light candles for Ukraine, for an end to the conflict and for all those affected by the terrible impact of war.
Newcastle welcome Winchester link diocese
First published on: 24th March 2022By Nic Denyer, Lay Ministry Development Officer and Ce Pacitti, Continuing Ministerial Formation Officer
Revd Rae steps out in support of sexual abuse survivors
First published on: 24th March 2022A North Tyneside priest has raised more than £1,200 for Rape Crisis after completing a 30-day running challenge
Diocese of Newcastle stops investing in fossil fuels
First published on: 22nd March 2022As part of the Diocese of Newcastle ongoing pledge to tackle the climate emergency and become net-zero carbon by 2030, it has joined a growing list of dioceses which have announced divestment plans and committed their support to Operation Noah's Bright Now campaign
Homes for Ukraine - information session for North East Churches
First published on: 18th March 2022As you know, the situation in Ukraine is desperate and the need for help with the humanitarian effort grows daily.
Geordie Hospital star reflects on Channel 4 success
First published on: 15th March 2022Head of Chaplaincy at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Revd Capt Katie Watson starred in Channel 4 "Geordie Hospital" which ended its six-episode run in February.
Responding to Ukraine
First published on: 15th March 2022Bishop Mark offers three ways we can respond as we continue to watch the tragedy unfolding in Ukraine.
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Newcastle Diocese responds to Ukraine
First published on: 3rd March 2022Churches across the diocese have been praying and raising funds in aid of the people of Ukraine
