Be Real – a fun-filled introduction to faith
First published on: 11th August 2025Following the launch of Beyond Youth in 2023, last year the team introduced Be Real, where young people have the opportunity to explore faith together.
News
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.
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.
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.
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.
Children create ‘lights of the world’ at eco-focused Christingle services
First published on: 23rd January 2025Newcastle Cathedral opened its doors to welcome more than 300 children from schools across the Diocese for its annual Christingle services.
Youth ministry is flourishing at Holy Cross Fenham
First published on: 1st November 2024Children and teenagers are playing an active role in the life of a Newcastle church – from reading the liturgy and leading prayers, to conducting Bible-themed puppet shows.
Happy 1st Birthday Beyond Youth
First published on: 12th September 2024Last night, many people gathered together at Duke’s Secondary School in Ashington for an evening of celebration and reflection as Beyond Youth marked their first anniversary.
Summer is brill in Battle Hill
First published on: 28th August 2024Many churches often pause their regular activities during the school holidays. This year, Church of the Good Shepherd in Battle Hill decided to use this opportunity to reach out to their local community in new ways.
