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Domestic Abuse Champions

First published on: 10th December 2018

Twenty members of laity and clergy attended Domestic Abuse Champion training in November at the Police and Crime Commissioners Office.They will join an extensive network (over 850) of Champions who have been trained since 2013 within the public, priv


Bishop of Newcastle appoints new Archdeacon of Northumberland

First published on: 9th December 2018

The Bishop of Newcastle, the Right Reverend Christine Hardman is pleased to announce that the Reverend Mark Wroe is to be the new Archdeacon of Northumberland.Mark, 49, has been Acting Archdeacon since the beginning of this year following the appoint


Following a Divine Order

First published on: 17th November 2018

The Rt Revd Andrew Watson, Bishop of Guildford, celebrates the centenary of a calling to missionary serviceAt 9.30 am on Saturday, 10 November 2019, my wife and I took a walk on Tynemouths Longsands beach, followed by a short time of prayer at Holy S


Safeguarding Training

First published on: 12th November 2018

I enjoyed the session, it wasnt what I expected, I found the group discussions really helpful, it was good to talk with other people These are just some of the comments that were made following a recent safeguarding training session. If you havent at


Marking 100 years since the end of the Great War

First published on: 6th November 2018

Churches across the diocese will be leading services on Sunday November 11 to commemorate the centenary of World War One.This Sunday marks 100 years since the Great War ended.Many churches are displaying poppies to honour the fallen and services will


Bishops, MPs and civic leaders gather for Dean's installation

First published on: 20th October 2018

Hundreds gathered at Newcastle Cathedral this weekend as the Venerable Geoff Miller was installed as Dean of Newcastle.Geoff, 62, was previously Archdeacon of Northumberland before being appointed Dean earlier this year. The special service took plac


New Director of Initial Ministerial Education appointed

First published on: 3rd October 2018

The Dioceses of Durham and Newcastle are pleased to announce the appointment of the Revd Dr Jennifer Cooper as the new Director of Initial Ministerial Education (IME) Phase 2.In this role, she will lead the programme of training for a diverse and gro


Parish Safeguarding Handbook

First published on: 13th August 2018

Each parish has now received an electronic copy of the nationally produced Parish Safeguarding Handbook.This handbook outlines the safeguarding responsibilities for parishes based on the House of Bishops Safeguarding Policies and Practice Guidance. A




Ordinations 2018

First published on: 2nd July 2018


Some Questions ~ Towards a Safer Church

First published on: 20th June 2018

Safeguarding whilst Out and About Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do and it is the responsibility of all of us. We are approaching the time when groups may be going out and about over the summer. Whether you are on a day visit, a r

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