The Diocese has received two packages of financial support from the Church Commissioners, aimed at enhancing church facilities and supporting mission-driven community engagement.
- Church Buildings Support Officer: Funding has been allocated for a two-year post, filled by Tim Lewthwaite. Tim is assisting PCCs in implementing their vision for improved church facilities, fostering increased community engagement and mission. For support, he can be contacted at: CBSO@newcastle.anglican.org.
- Minor Repairs and Improvements Grant Fund: A total of £134,000 has been designated for minor church repairs and improvements. A panel will allocate these funds, prioritising:
- Churches in areas of high deprivation.
- Churches demonstrating clear need and vision.
Funds will be received in tranches and distributed evenly over the next 18 months.
Application deadlines
The Minor Repairs and Improvements grant panel meets quarterly, with application deadlines as follows:
Sunday 8th September 2024
Monday 25th November 2024
Monday 3rd March 2025
Sunday 1st June 2025
Monday 15th September 2025
Support for our church buildings is an essential part of our mission in this season as we seek to grow younger and more diverse through our shared values of Seeking Sharing and Sending. We want our buildings to be places of hospitality, hope and outreach, and to be the home of activities valued by our wider communities as well as worship. Many Deanery Development Plans have identified building improvements as a priority for them as they focus outwards in mission, so we are thankful for this timely allocation of resource from the Church Commissioners. Due to high expected demand, priority will be given to those in greatest need and those with the strongest vision.
Application forms
Minor Improvements Grant Fund Application Form
Minor Repairs Grant Fund Application Form