News - Newcastle Diocese

Hospital chaplain helps bring wedding blessing to grandmother’s bedside

First published on: 15th June 2026

With the support of hospital chaplain Lloyd Brown and staff on the palliative care unit, a heartfelt blessing was arranged at Pat’s bedside, creating a treasured memory for the whole family.

LLF update from +Helen-Ann following House of Bishops meeting

First published on: 16th December 2025

An update from Bishop Helen-Ann regarding LLF following a meeting of the House of Bishops today, Tuesday 16 December 2025.

Two New LGBTQI+ Volunteer Chaplains Commissioned

First published on: 22nd September 2025

Yesterday, two new LGBTQI+ Volunteer Chaplains were commissioned during a special Choral Evensong service at Newcastle Cathedral.

Newcastle Diocese announces two new LGBTQI+ volunteer chaplains

First published on: 22nd August 2025

Our LGBTQI+ Chaplaincy is delighted to announce the appointment of two volunteer chaplains, Izzy McDonald-Booth and David Casati.

LGBTQI+ Lead Chaplain announced for Newcastle Diocese

First published on: 28th October 2024

The Bishop of Newcastle is pleased to announce that the Reverend Emma Duff has been appointed to lead our chaplaincy service for LGBTQI+ communities within Newcastle Diocese.

Vacancy goes live as part of new LGBTQI+ chaplaincy service in Newcastle Diocese

First published on: 9th July 2024

A new chaplaincy service to support the LGBTQI+ community is being established within Newcastle Diocese.