Bishop Helen-Ann speaks during second reading of Universal Credit Bill
First published on: 23rd July 2025Bishop Helen-Ann spoke during the second reading of the Universal Credit Bill on 22 July 2025.
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A proud history – school’s 300th anniversary celebrated at special service
First published on: 21st July 2025Children at Holy Trinity CofE School in Berwick have been learning about the rich history of their school, which is celebrating its 300th anniversary this year.
Bishop joins roundtable discussion on the North East's social economy
First published on: 16th July 2025Northumbria University’s Business School recently welcomed Bishop Helen-Ann to an event focusing on driving inclusive growth in the North East social economy.
New deacons ordained
First published on: 2nd July 2025On Sunday 29 June, five new deacons were ordained by Bishop Helen-Ann during a service at Newcastle Cathedral.
Newcastle church becomes 100th nationally to win gold eco award
First published on: 2nd July 2025St Francis Church, High Heaton, has become the 100th gold awarded Eco Church in England and Wales.
Companion Link renewed with the Diocese of Botswana
First published on: 30th June 2025On Sunday 29 June 2025, during the Ordination of Deacons service at Newcastle Cathedral, Bishop Helen-Ann and Bishop Metlha signed a new companion agreement.
New priests ordained at Newcastle Cathedral
First published on: 28th June 2025Huge congratulations to five of our new priests ordained at Newcastle Cathedral earlier today. The service was led by Bishop Mark.
Generous Lent donations raise vital funds for children’s charity
First published on: 20th June 2025Bellingham Deanery Lent Collection raises £3,582 for Children North-East, a charity which helps transform the lives of babies, young people and families across our region.
Newcastle Cathedral hosts school leavers' services
First published on: 19th June 2025This week, we have had the privilege of welcoming school leavers to Newcastle Cathedral as they prepare to transition to their next school.
Bishops respond to the Government Spending Review 2025
First published on: 11th June 2025The Bishop of Newcastle, Helen-Ann Hartley, and Bishop of Manchester, David Walker respond to the Chancellor's statement on the Comprehensive Spending Review.
Friendship agreement renewed with Diocese of Møre
First published on: 5th June 2025At the end of May, a small group from our Diocese were delighted to be able to visit our Link Diocese of Møre in Norway, to renew a friendship agreement which was first established back in 2000.
Bishop Helen-Ann responds to proposed amendments to the Employment Rights Bill
First published on: 14th May 2025On 13 May 2025, Bishop Helen-Ann spoke on proposed amendments to the Employment Rights Bill during the Committee Stage in the House of Lords. Read her full speech below.
Meet our Ordinands 2025
First published on: 13th May 2025Congratulations to our ordinands who will become deacons and priests this Petertide.
Bishop Helen-Ann joins conversation on affordable rural housing
First published on: 9th May 2025Bishop Helen-Ann was delighted to be invited to speak at the recent conference hosted by English Rural and Action with Communities in Rural England. The event featured a keynote address by HRH The Princess Royal and focused on one of the country’s most overlooked crises – the shortage of affordable housing in rural areas.
A Visit to our Link Diocese of Botswana
First published on: 8th May 2025In early May, a group from our Diocese were delighted to be able to visit our Link Diocese of Botswana, a relationship which was first established back in 2003.
Lent challenge supports good causes at home and abroad
First published on: 2nd May 2025Generous churchgoers from Holy Cross Fenham gave up unwanted items from their houses during Lent – which will now be donated to charitable causes.
Organist is on the home run after ‘Pedal Powered Pilgrimage’
First published on: 29th April 2025An organist in North Tyneside has finally completed a series of cycle rides to raise vital funds for his local church.
New director to lead enhanced safeguarding team at Newcastle Diocese
First published on: 25th April 2025New director to lead enhanced safeguarding team at Newcastle Diocese
Outgoing trustee privileged to serve charity which makes a real difference
First published on: 24th April 2025A retired priest has spoken of her “hugely rewarding” role with a charity which funds vital work in support of vulnerable people.
A statement from the Bishop of Newcastle following the death of Pope Francis
First published on: 21st April 2025Following news of the death of Pope Francis, Bishop Helen-Ann said:
Congratulations to the Maundy Money recipients from Newcastle Diocese
First published on: 16th April 2025Congratulations to the recipients from the Newcastle Diocese who have been chosen to receive this year’s Maundy Money! His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen will attend the service on 17 April, at Durham Cathedral, where they will present Maundy Money to 152 recipients—76 men and 76 women—honouring their exceptional Christian service and reflecting the King’s age. Read more about some of the inspiring individuals receiving this special Maundy gift.
Local schools experience interactive ‘Holy Week in a Morning’
First published on: 10th April 2025During Lent, local school children took part in an engaging morning of hands-on activities to learn more about the events of Holy Week.
Lent and Easter 2025
First published on: 8th April 2025There are a number of services and events happening across the Diocese of Newcastle during Lent and Easter.
Rural Study Day 2025
First published on: 2nd April 2025A group of clergy from our rural parishes recently met at St. Cuthbert’s, Hebron to pray, learn and eat together.
World Day of Prayer at Bellingham
First published on: 28th March 2025Churches in the North Tyne community joined together for a special service to mark World Day of Prayer.
Bishop Helen-Ann speaks during second reading of the Employment Rights Bill
First published on: 27th March 2025On Thursday 23 March 2025, Bishop Helen-Ann spoke in the House of Lords during the second reading of the Employment Rights Bill.
School pupils call on adults to ‘stop chucking things away’
First published on: 26th March 2025Pupils at a church school in North Shields are urging grown ups to repair or reuse things instead of throwing them away – or if they can’t to recycle where possible.
Revd Canon Dr Kelly Brown Douglas installed as first Anglican Communion Canon
First published on: 26th March 2025We 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.
Pilgrim Voice Shouts Loud
First published on: 10th March 2025Based in the Northumberland village of Lowick, Pilgrim Voice is a new group which will soon offer its first production to local audiences.
Bishop Helen-Ann attends the National Farmers' Union conference
First published on: 27th February 2025Bishop Helen-Ann attended the annual National Farmers' Union conference held on Tuesday in Westminster.
