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Leap of Faith for Cathedral Chorister

First published on: 5th November 2025

Jackson, a chorister from Worcester Cathedral, has set himself the challenge of visiting every Anglican Cathedral in England, jumping at each one. Newcastle Cathedral was the 28th cathedral on Jackson’s jumping pilgrimage and was a particularly memorable visit because he was able to persuade the Very Revd Lee Batson to jump with him.

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New Non-Residentiary Canons announced

First published on: 5th November 2025

The Bishop of Newcastle, the Right Reverend Dr Helen-Ann Hartley, is pleased to announce the appointment of new Non-Residentiary Canons at Newcastle Cathedral.

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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.

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Armed Forces Covenant Service marks Battle of Britain’s 85th Anniversary

First published on: 15th September 2025

On Sunday 14 September, Newcastle Cathedral hosted a service to mark the signing of the Armed Forces Covenant, reaffirming the Diocese of Newcastle’s commitment to supporting serving personnel, veterans and their families.

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New deacons ordained

First published on: 2nd July 2025

On Sunday 29 June, five new deacons were ordained by Bishop Helen-Ann during a service at Newcastle Cathedral.

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Companion Link renewed with the Diocese of Botswana

First published on: 30th June 2025

On Sunday 29 June 2025, during the Ordination of Deacons service at Newcastle Cathedral, Bishop Helen-Ann and Bishop Metlha signed a new companion agreement.

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Newcastle Cathedral hosts school leavers' services

First published on: 19th June 2025

This week, we have had the privilege of welcoming school leavers to Newcastle Cathedral as they prepare to transition to their next school.

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Revd Canon Dr Kelly Brown Douglas installed as first Anglican Communion Canon

First published on: 26th March 2025

We were delighted to welcome the Revd Canon Dr Kelly Brown Douglas to our Diocese last week for her installation as Newcastle Cathedral's first Anglican Communion Canon on Sunday.

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Children create ‘lights of the world’ at eco-focused Christingle services

First published on: 23rd January 2025

Newcastle Cathedral opened its doors to welcome more than 300 children from schools across the Diocese for its annual Christingle services.

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Six New Non-Residentiary Canons Installed

First published on: 6th December 2024

On Friday 6 December, a wonderful service took place at Newcastle Cathedral as six new Non-Residentiary Canons were installed at Newcastle Cathedral during the Patronal Festival of St. Nicholas.

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