Electric vehicles - taking a spin into the future of sustainable transport
First published on: 11th June 2024An award-winning eco church has given its congregation an opportunity to experience electric car travel.
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Longhorsley CofE First School celebrates opening of wellbeing room
First published on: 10th June 2024Longhorsley Church of England First School promotes children's mental health and wellbeing as they celebrate the Grand Opening of their long-awaited Wellbeing Room this week.
The 2024 General Election – Pray Your Part
First published on: 6th June 2024As Christians, it is an important time to reflect on how we might create a society that better reflects the character and values of Jesus. How can we best use our vote and our voices to engage and participate in this General Election to better love our neighbours and create a more just and loving society? Read on to find ways to engage...
'Love our Community' with a difference is a big hit in 2024
First published on: 6th June 2024A church community project which began during Covid has evolved into a wider-ranging initiative which was a key part of the Jesmond Festival this year.
Walk and service to celebrate God in creation
First published on: 4th June 2024The Alnwick Deanery hosted a service ‘Celebrating God in Creation’ at St Bartholomew’s Church in Whittingham on Sunday 2 June.
Pupil places Sycamore Gap seedling at Chelsea Flower Show with Dame Judi Dench
First published on: 21st May 2024A pupil from a church school in Newcastle Diocese has taken a seedling from Sycamore Gap to the Chelsea Flower Show, where she placed it on public display with Dame Judi Dench.
'Regions like the North East have lots to offer,' says Bishop Helen-Ann
First published on: 20th May 2024On Monday 20 May, Bishop Helen-Ann spoke in the House of Lords to support an amendment to the Media Bill.
Church marks centenary with tree planting project in Malawi
First published on: 9th May 2024When Holy Trinity Church in Jesmond celebrated their centenary in 2022, a plan to mark it by planting 100 trees in the UK was hampered by bureaucracy. They took the project to Africa where a reforestation initiative is supporting communities.
Sense of pride as historic lychgate is restored and rededicated
First published on: 8th May 2024A Victorian lychgate which was demolished following a road accident three years ago at St John’s Church in Longhirst has been restored to its former glory.
Brother George gets on his bike for Hermitage refurbishment plan
First published on: 24th April 2024A veteran cyclist is preparing to pedal from Holy Island to key sites around North Northumberland and Tyneside in a three-day journey of more than 100 miles.
Nigel completes latest stage of 1,000-mile cycle ride for church project
First published on: 24th April 2024An organist at a North Tyneside church has completed the latest stage of a unique bike ride to raise vital funds for an ambitious fundraising project.
RNLI chaplain took the plunge by becoming a full crew member
First published on: 19th April 2024The Revd Anthony O'Grady took his chaplaincy duties with the RNLI a step further when he was invited to become part of his local crew.
Artificial Intelligence in Weapon Systems? Bishop Helen-Ann joins the debate
First published on: 19th April 2024On 19 April, Bishop Helen-Ann spoke in the House of Lords during the debate on Artificial Intelligence in Weapon Systems Committee report.
Bishop Helen-Ann joins horticulture debate
First published on: 19th April 2024On 19 April 2024, Bishop Helen-Ann took part in the 'Horticulture' debate in the House of Lords.
Bishop Helen-Ann speaks out during 'Children in Care' debate
First published on: 18th April 2024On Thursday 18 April, Bishop Helen-Ann spoke during the 'Children in Care' debate in the House of Lords
‘A fascinating insight’ – the Bishop’s city centre night shift with the police
First published on: 16th April 2024Bishop Helen-Ann has paid tribute to the work of our emergency services after gaining first-hand experience of front-line policing.
Bishop Helen-Ann appointed a patron of Newcastle Foodbank
First published on: 11th April 2024Bishop Helen-Ann has accepted an invitation to become a patron of Newcastle Foodbank – describing the appointment as “a great honour indeed.”
Churches collaborate for NCD Youth event
First published on: 11th April 2024Young people joined together for a time of worship, prayer and pizza as part of an exciting new initiative.
Four new non-residentiary canons announced
First published on: 8th April 2024On 7 April, Bishop Helen-Ann was delighted to announce four new Non-Residentiary Canons who will be installed on 23 June 2024 at Newcastle Cathedral during a special service which will also celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Ordination of Women to the Priesthood in the Church of England.
Maundy Money – recipients in Newcastle Diocese
First published on: 4th April 2024There were two recipients from Newcastle Diocese as Queen Camilla handed out Maundy Money at Worcester Cathedral.
National Easter Service from Holy Island
First published on: 3rd April 2024WATCH AGAIN: The Church of England's Easter Day online service this year came from St Mary's Church, Holy Island with the Revd Canon Dr Sarah Hills.
Bishop Helen-Ann's Chrism Eucharist Sermon
First published on: 28th March 2024Clergy and lay ministers from across our Diocese gathered together at Newcastle Cathedral on Maundy Thursday morning for Chrism Eucharist. You can read Bishop Helen-Ann's sermon from the service below.
Pupils embark on Easter Journey during Holy Week
First published on: 27th March 2024Pupils from a Church of England primary school have been on an interactive ‘Easter Journey’ during Holy Week.
Celebrations as pre-school is rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted
First published on: 27th March 2024A pre-school has received the highest possible rating of ‘outstanding’ by education watchdog Ofsted.
Organist’s 1,000-mile cycle will support ambitious church refurbishment plan
First published on: 26th March 2024An organist at a North Tyneside church is set to embark on a unique bike ride to raise vital funds for an ambitious fundraising project.
Lent and Easter Services 2024
First published on: 22nd March 2024There are a number of services and events happening across the Diocese of Newcastle during Lent and Easter. Find your closest...
Richard Whaite licensed as new Director of Mission and Ministry
First published on: 19th March 2024On Sunday 17 March, our new Director of Mission and Ministry, the Revd Dr Richard Whaite, was licensed by Bishop Helen-Ann during a service at Newcastle Cathedral, where he was also installed as a Canon of the Cathedral.
Revd Dr Richard Briggs appointed as Principal of Lindisfarne College of Theology
First published on: 8th March 2024We are delighted to announce the appointment of the Revd Dr Richard Briggs as Principal of the Lindisfarne College of Theology.
Survivors of church-based abuse host LOUDfence service at Newcastle Cathedral
First published on: 7th March 2024A special service took place at Newcastle Cathedral as part of a five-day LOUDfence event in support of victims and survivors of church-based abuse.
Bishop Helen-Ann raises concerns in the Windrush debate
First published on: 29th February 2024Bishop Helen-Ann today, 29 February 2024, raised concerns in the House of Lords about the effectiveness of the Windrush Compensation Scheme.
