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New challenge for Petrica
A Romanian man who grew up in the early years after the collapse of Communism in the country is to be ordained in the Diocese of Durham. Petrică Bistran, 31, studied for ordination at Cranmer Hall,...
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Royal Visit Celebrates Thirty Years of Durham-Lesotho Link
Their Majesties King Letsie III and Queen Masenate Mohato Seeiso, The King and Queen of Lesotho will be making an official visit to the Diocese of Durham in June 2016. https://www.enca.com Picture...
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Church of England Recognises Importance of Durham Through Grant
The Church of England has recognised the strategic importance of the Diocese of Durham’s strategic plans for ‘Blessing our communities’ through the award of a £0.8M grant. The Church of England...
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Ordinands Swear Oaths Ahead Of Ordinations
Twenty Two (22) People from diverse walks of life and all ages from twenty eight to seventy will be ordained as Priests and Deacons in the Diocese of Durham at ceremonies to be staged at Durham...
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Priests and Deacons Ordained
Twenty Two (22) People from diverse walks of life and all ages from twenty eight to seventy were ordained as Priests and Deacons in the Diocese of Durham at ceremonies staged at Durham Cathedral on...
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General Synod By-election – Durham – One Proctor in Convocation
We are pleased to announce that Revd Bill Braviner, part of the Billingham Team Parish ministry, has been elected to serve as a clergy representative (formally known as a “proctor in convocation”) for...
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Bishop Commissions Pastoral Volunteers
Fourteen volunteer Authorised Pastoral Assistants (APA’s) from different walks of life, have been commissioned by The Right Revd Paul Butler, Bishop of Durham to provide pastoral assistance caring for...
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Durham Churches Share In Heritage Roof Grants
Six churches in the Diocese of Durham have been successful in bidding for grants totalling £210,000 awarded under the Listed Places of Worship Roof Repair Grant Scheme. Picture: Keith Blundy St...
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Bishop of Durham welcomes new Dean of Durham Cathedral
The Right Revd Paul Butler, Bishop of Durham has welcomed the Very Revd Andrew Tremlett to the Diocese of Durham and to his new role as Dean of Durham Cathedral. Picture By: Keith Blundy Bishop Paul...
View ArticleGranville Gibson Trial Outcome
The following statement is made by the Right Revd Paul Butler, Bishop of Durham: “Following the conviction today of the Venerable Granville Gibson on two charges of indecent assault, we offer an...
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Church Holiday Clubs – a big hit with Families
Picture By: Keith Blundy Revd Fiona gets stuck into the fun and creation of memories at Sunderland Minster’s – Minsterlympics this summer. Pictured is Fiona with young participent navigating the water...
View ArticleCranmer Warden Named Suffragan Bishop Of Berwick
No 10 Downing Street has announced this morning (1st September 2017) that Her Majesty The Queen has approved the nomination of the Reverend Canon Mark Tanner MA (Oxon), BA (Hons), MTh, Warden of...
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Churches Get Messy In The Park
Picture By: Keith Blundy Robson age 8 cream pies’ Bishop Mark More than 200 Children and Families from the Diocese of Durham descended on Herrington Country Park Sunday 4th September to celebrate in...
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Sad Death of Bishop David Jenkins
Picture By: Keith Blundy Bishop Paul meets one of his predecessors – Bishop David Jenkins at Barnard Castle St Mary’s Church when he was announced as the next Bishop of Durham. The Rt Revd Mark...
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Further Reflection on the death of Bishop David Jenkins
Picture By: Keith Blundy David Jenkins in 2013 at St Mary’s Barnard Castle in the Diocese of Durham. Adding to the earlier reflections on the news of the death of Bishop David Jenkins the Most Revd...
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Church Communicators Head For Durham
More than sixty (60) Communications and Media professionals drawn from across the Church of England and the Anglican Communion in the British Isles are heading to Durham this September to attend a...
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Arrangements for the funeral of Bishop David Jenkins
Picture By: Keith Blundy David Jenkins in 2013 at St Mary’s Barnard Castle in the Diocese of Durham. The Funeral of the Right Reverend David Jenkins will take place in Durham Cathedral on Wednesday...
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Church Readers Celebrate 150 years
Picture By: Keith Blundy Bishop Mark formally licenses Jocelyn Bryan in the Chapter House of Durham Cathedral More than Eighty Readers and many hundreds of parish clergy and congregations gathered at...
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Stockton Paralympian proves match fit for return to School
Picture By: Keith Blundy Matt Crossen with Brian Janes and the shirt Matt wore when he scored against Argentina in the 2016 Paralympics. Fresh from the Rio Paralympics, England five-a-side footballer...
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