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Bishop Helen-Ann joins the anniversary celebrations at Hexham Abbey

First published on: 5th February 2024

Bishop Helen-Ann was at Hexham Abbey this weekend as a programme of events to mark its 1,350th anniversary got underway. 

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Christingles shine Light of the World into 2024

First published on: 2nd February 2024

People of all ages have joined together for Christingle services across the diocese at Christmas and into the new year.

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Living in Love and Faith: A Statement from Bishop Helen-Ann

First published on: 1st February 2024

A statement from Bishop Helen-Ann regarding Living in Love and Faith (1 February 2024).

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Lighting up Hexham Abbey’s rich history for special anniversary in 2024

First published on: 31st January 2024

A year of celebration will get underway this weekend as Hexham Abbey marks its 1,350th anniversary throughout 2024.

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Revd David Glover becomes Honorary Canon of Newcastle Cathedral

First published on: 31st January 2024

Bishop Helen-Ann is pleased to announce that the Revd David Glover has accepted her invitation to be an Honorary Canon of our Cathedral Church of St. Nicholas.

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Bishop Helen-Ann speaks in House of Lords debate on Ukraine

First published on: 26th January 2024

On 26 January, Bishop Helen-Ann spoke in the House of Lords debate on the current situation in Ukraine.

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Bishop’s Christmas Appeal - a thank you

First published on: 18th January 2024

Bishop Helen-Ann has thanked everyone who contributed to her Christmas Appeal which has raised £2,217.34 in aid of two charities which make a real difference to people’s lives at Christmas, and at all times of the year.

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A ‘great celebration’ as new youth team is commissioned

First published on: 18th January 2024

The ministry of an exciting new youth project in Newcastle Diocese has been commissioned by Bishop Helen-Ann.

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New Year Honour for dedicated volunteer at St Michael’s in Byker

First published on: 15th January 2024

A dedicated volunteer in Newcastle Diocese has received a British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to her local community, particularly during the coronavirus pandemic.

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The Lindisfarne Gospels in South Tynedale

First published on: 9th January 2024

The Lindisfarne Gospels have been on tour in South Tynedale after a local vicar took a facsimilie of the famous illustrated manuscript to schools, community groups and even a pub in his parish.

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New Year Honour for Lay Reader Gwyn McKenzie

First published on: 4th January 2024

A Lay Reader in Newcastle Diocese has become a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to young people and the community.

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Ruby anniversary for ‘new' church building which brought a community together

First published on: 21st December 2023

A church has been celebrating the Ruby anniversary of a building which has served the community for 40 years.

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Christmas packs will taste sweeter thanks to generous donations

First published on: 20th December 2023

Churches in a North Tyneside community have issued a big thank you after successfully reaching an ambitious Christmas target.

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A magical model Christmas village

First published on: 20th December 2023

Based on an idea from Slovenia, and now for a second year, Wylam has its very own model Christmas village with Joseph, Mary and Jesus right at its centre. 

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Taking church to the pub with successful carol singing event

First published on: 19th December 2023

Pub goers were singing from the same hymn sheet as church representatives during a festive sing-along in North Tyneside.

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Bishop Helen-Ann speaks in House of Lords on Victims and Prisoners Bill

First published on: 19th December 2023

During the second reading of the Victims and Prisoners Bill on Monday 18 December 2023, Bishop Helen-Ann gave this speech in the House of Lords. 

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Introducing our new Acting Bishop’s Adviser on the Environment

First published on: 18th December 2023

The Revd Tim Mayfield has been announced as the new Acting Bishop’s Adviser on the Environment for Newcastle Diocese.

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Church’s history remembered as it celebrates a special anniversary

First published on: 18th December 2023

A church which has evolved with its community over the decades has marked a significant anniversary in 2023.

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Revd David Glover to become Honorary Canon of Newcastle Cathedral

First published on: 18th December 2023

Bishop Helen-Ann is pleased to announce that the Revd David Glover has accepted her invitation to be an Honorary Canon of our Cathedral Church of St. Nicholas.

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New church noticeboard is unveiled in memory of Jean

First published on: 14th December 2023

A new noticeboard has been installed outside a North Shields Church. 

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Prayers of Love and Faith to be made available for use from Sunday

First published on: 12th December 2023

This morning the House of Bishops voted to commend the ‘Prayers of Love and Faith’ for use in regular public worship services.

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Bishop's Christmas Appeal

First published on: 7th December 2023

Bishop Helen-Ann has launched the Bishop’s Christmas Appeal in aid of the West End Refugee Service and the Farming Community Network.

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Celebrate St Nicholas with Newcastle Cathedral’s Friends

First published on: 5th December 2023

This Advent, Newcastle Cathedral will host a series of festive activities inspired by St Nicholas, the holy figure who inspired Santa Claus and to whom the Cathedral is dedicated.

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Book launched in Fred’s memory will raise funds for Gosforth church

First published on: 4th December 2023

A book has been launched in memory of a man who dedicated many years of service to Newcastle Diocese.

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Bishops will help to put Christmas in a Bag for school children

First published on: 1st December 2023

Churches in a North Tyneside community are doing their bit to enhance the Christmas experience for local children. St John’s Church in Percy Main and St Peter’s, Balkwell, are putting together educational packs, which will be handed out to school pupils in the parish.

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Diocesan Advent Calendar 2023

First published on: 29th November 2023

This Advent / Christmas season, we have decided to create our own Advent Calendar with daily reflections from a range of different people across the Diocese. 

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New Director of Mission and Ministry for Newcastle Diocese

First published on: 19th November 2023

The Bishop of Newcastle is pleased to announce that the Reverend Dr Richard Whaite is to be our next Director of Mission and Ministry.

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Bishop Helen-Ann makes her maiden speech in the House of Lords

First published on: 14th November 2023

On 14 November 2023, Bishop Helen-Ann made her maiden speech in the House of Lords.

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Q&A with Bishop Helen-Ann

First published on: 7th November 2023

Bishop Helen-Ann answers questions asked by pupils at NCEA Dukes Secondary School, Ashington.

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Remembrance Day Services 2023

First published on: 7th November 2023

Services and events marking Remembrance Sunday will take place across the Diocese.

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