The end of an era for Corbridge’s church clock!
First published on: 26th October 2021St Andrew’s Church, Corbridge, has installed mains-powered electric automatic winders for the clock in its church tower
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Wallsend church unveils new plaque to commemorate 1821 pit disaster
First published on: 26th October 2021On the 200th anniversary of the Wallsend pit disaster, a new plaque has been unveiled to honour the 52 men and boys who lost their lives
YCCN travel via Newcastle on pilgrimage to COP26
First published on: 25th October 2021Churches and schools welcomed members of the Young Christian Climate Network (YCCN) with northern hospitality this October, as they made their way on a climate justice pilgrimage through the North East
Inter Faith Week comes to Newcastle
First published on: 25th October 2021A coach tour of locations in Newcastle which represent the religious diversity of the city will be held this November as part of national Inter Faith Week
How we can stand with and support people seeking asylum in Newcastle
First published on: 18th October 2021The horrific scenes we have all seen on our screens, of those desperately fleeing Afghanistan to find safety, has led to a heart-warming outpour of support from communities across Newcastle and the wider North East
Church hosts Harvest Festival celebrations!
First published on: 15th October 2021Harvest is a time of thanksgiving. Where, in the church, we thank God for all that has been provided for us, as well as our gifts, talents and uniqueness. Here at Berwick Parish Church, we had a lot to be thankful for...
Accessing Aidan project shares the LOVE
First published on: 15th October 2021A heritage attraction celebrating St Aidan and the incredible legacy he left behind has landed a prestigious award
Community Fridge opening in Newcastle to help those in need
First published on: 15th October 2021Despite our country being the fifth largest national economy on the planet, there is still huge food poverty in the UK and in our city of Newcastle
Local CofE school children to have voices heard at COP26
First published on: 14th October 2021Pupils from church schools across the North East will have their voices heard in a show to be aired at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow
Thank you to our lay ministers!
First published on: 14th October 2021Our wonderful lay ministers were given a huge thank you at a special event celebrating their discipleship in our Diocese
The Archbishops' Commission: how to help families in your community
First published on: 13th October 2021The Archbishops’ Commission on Families and Households has launched its public engagement phase
Inter Faith Week comes to Newcastle
First published on: 13th October 2021A coach tour of Newcastle locations which represent the religious diversity of the city will be held  this November as part of national Inter Faith Week
Newcastle Diocese Generosity Week recap
First published on: 11th October 2021As we reflect on a rigorous week of gift-giving, podcast listening and meeting new people, let’s look back at some of the wonderful ways people rose to the challenge and gave back during Generosity Week.
A step in the right direction as Bishop blesses pilgrims’ access to Cuddy’s Well
First published on: 4th October 2021New steps and railings which link the Three-Churches Trail to an ancient holy well in Northumberland have be blessed by The Right Revd Bishop of Berwick, Mark Wroe
Mental health charity helps raise forest school from the ashes for local primary school
First published on: 30th September 2021A local mental health charity has helped to make a group of schoolchildren’s dreams come true, bringing their vision for a brand-new forest school area to life after vandals destroyed their original site during lockdown
St Thomas’ pizza giveaway a huge success!
First published on: 29th September 2021Students in Newcastle were well fed, both spiritually and physically, after St Thomas’ Church launched a welcome feast during Freshers Week
Northumberland CofE primary school launches appeal to support Afghan refugees
First published on: 28th September 2021Shocked by the scenes on the news about the ongoing unrest in Afghanistan, pupils at a primary school in Northumberland have embodied the themes of Newcastle Diocese Generosity Week to lead social action, and are looking to encourage others to do the same
Pupils greet special visitor
First published on: 23rd September 2021Bishop Mark has witnessed first-hand the resilience of pupils and teachers at two church schools in response to the disruption caused by Covid.
Cathedral hosts wonderful welcome service
First published on: 23rd September 2021A joyful welcome service took place in September to formally collate and install our new Archdeacon of Northumberland.
Introducing our new Continuing Ministerial Formation Officer
First published on: 23rd September 2021Cecilia (Ce) Pacitti explains how she is helping clergy and readers within our Diocese
Students get creative with pandemic exhibition
First published on: 23rd September 2021Students at a Northumberland church school have created a series of multimedia exhibitions demonstrating the significant impact of Covid on our North East communities.
Newcastle to host YCCN pilgrimage for climate justice
First published on: 23rd September 2021In early October, Newcastle will be hosting young Christians on a pilgrimage which has spanned the length of the country.
Mayor of North Tyneside welcomes new priest to Shiremoor
First published on: 22nd September 2021The Elected Mayor of North Tyneside Norma Redfearn CBE recently visited St Mark’s to welcome the church’s new Priest in Charge, Revd Dr Rae Caro, to her role
Safeguarding Sunday: 10th October 2021
First published on: 16th September 2021‘Safeguarding Sunday’ is an ecumenical initiative supported by the Church of England, and this year will be marked on 10th October 2021.Â
Multi Academy Trust celebrates launch of four new schools
First published on: 16th September 2021Northumberland Church of England Academy Trust (NCEAT) has celebrated the start of the new academic year with the launch of four new primary schools.
Commissioning Service welcomes new officers
First published on: 16th September 2021Members of our community have been welcomed into their new roles within the Diocese
Lay ministry celebration set for next month
First published on: 16th September 2021A celebratory service honouring lay ministry in our Diocese will take place in October
From Iona Abbey to Lindisfarne Priory
First published on: 15th September 2021Our spiritual home is the little Island of Iona, where my wife and I had our honeymoon over 50 years ago just off the south western tip of Scotland’s west coast Island of Mull.
How to support Afghan refugees in the North East
First published on: 14th September 2021The Church of England, in response to recent events, has provided online material to help people in the North East welcome Afghan refugees in the community.
New appointment for Generous Giving
First published on: 13th September 2021We are delighted to announce the appointment of Leanne Conway-Wilcox as Generous Giving Adviser.
