Readings and reflection for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time diocesehn.org.uk/news/reflect... With image from www.christian.art

Volunteer Vacancies Admission Appeals Panel Members #EduDHN

Wonderful news for a Friday from one of our parishes diocesehn.org.uk/news/chris-m...

Governor and director Training, RE & RSHE. To book contact [email protected]

An internationally acclaimed artist with works across our Diocese - remembering Fenwick Lawson 19 May 1932 - 23 January 2026. Read more here: diocesehn.org.uk/news/fenwick...

Canon Bob Spence's Mass of Reception (2nd Feb) and Requiem Mass (3rd Feb) will both be live streamed for those across our Diocese , and wider, wishing to join. Details available here diocesehn.org.uk/news/canon-s...

Fr Sean Hall's reflections for our readings this coming weekend - Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time diocesehn.org.uk/news/reflect... Image from Christian Art website.

As a Diocesan Family, today we commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day. Read Bishop Stephen Wright's prayer here diocesehn.org.uk/news/holocau...

Governance Conference. To book contact [email protected]

Canon Spence's family has set up a JustGiving page to raise funds for St Cuthbert's Care. You can donate here www.justgiving.com/page/canonbo...

Pope Leo XIV proclaimed a special Year of St. Francis to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the saint’s death. The Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle Department for Education shares this prayer to mark the beginning of the Franciscan Jubilee Year.

Cloister Garden restored to glorious former self during Year of Jubilee diocesehn.org.uk/news/jubilee...

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - reflections and artwork on our readings for this weekend diocesehn.org.uk/news/third-s...

Teaching Confirmation. NB Change of Date. Book your place at diocesehncourses.org

Funeral Arrangements for Canon Bob Spence diocesehn.org.uk/news/canon-s...

Jubilee Stories: Pilgrimages for all ages - see wonderful photos from Holy Name, Jesmond diocesehn.org.uk/news/jubilee...

Looking forward to working with our Diocesan aspiring headteachers today. The National Catholic Leadership Programme session focusing specifically on 'Developing People'.

'Jelly legs but an experience to be cherished forever' - Jubilee Stories from across our Diocese diocesehn.org.uk/news/jubilee...

Don't forget.. tonight at 7pm we have another Re-imagining Pastoral Councils workshop - this month looking at "The way we work together: culture, constructive behaviours & not being a thorn in one another’s side". Guest speaker is Danny Curtin. Click here diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

It was a pleasure to welcome our primary colleagues to the first briefing on the new Primary Religious Education Curriculum last week. Thank you to Sacred Heart High School for hosting. We look forward to meeting all our primary schools over the coming months. #EduDHN

The January 2026 Newsletter from our Diocesan Education Department is available to view on our website. Download here: diocesehn.org.uk/wp-content/u...

We are delighted to once again share weekly reflections on our forthcoming Sunday Readings from Fr Sean Hall with image from Christian Art website. Second Sunday in Ordinary Time - read here diocesehn.org.uk/news/second-...

Final Week for the Guardian Appeal - supporting, amongst others, Citizens UK Pictured: Children from St Cuthbert's Primary School in North Shields showcase their school crossing www.theguardian.com/society/2026...

AGM and Next Issues Workshop on 13th Jan at 6pm 'nurturing community pride and positive change...' diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

'Faith made stronger, love made deeper and love made real'... Jubilee Stories from across our Diocese diocesehn.org.uk/news/jubilee...

Secondary RE Teachers. Book your place at [email protected] #EduDHN

Bishop Stephen closes our Diocesan Holy Doors diocesehn.org.uk/news/bishop-...

Secondary RE Teachers. Book your place at [email protected] #EduDHN

The Year of Jubilee will end this month - Bishop Stephen will close our Diocesan Holy Doors on 6th January - the Feast of the Epiphany. Find out more here diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

Today we celebrate Mary as Mother of God and are invited to receive the Good News with renewed wonder rather than routine; to dwell with it rather than rush past it; to treasure in our hearts. Happy New Year to All. diocesehn.org.uk/news/happy-n...

"With 2026 fast approaching, we’re manifesting a new year with an abundance of safety and dignity for people forced to flee." See the monthly update from our Justice & Peace Refugee Project here diocesehn.org.uk/news/justice...

New regular Mass at Freeman Hospital. Starting in January, Mass will be celebrated on the first Wednesday of every month - all welcome. diocesehn.org.uk/news/new-reg...

Earlier this month, we achieved the Better Health at Work Gold Award for our commitment to staff wellbeing and positive workplace culture. A huge thanks to everyone who took part. Find out how your place of work could get involved at www.betterhealthatworkaward.org.uk

'May the Lord bless us all and may I wish you all a joyful Christmas.' Read Bishop Stephen's Christmas Reflection here diocesehn.org.uk/news/advent-...

Bishop Stephen welcomes Episcopal Appointments announced this morning diocesehn.org.uk/news/bishop-...

#AdventReadings week 4

Re-imagining pastoral councils - 'Who does what and why it matters. Roles, Remit & Recruitment.' With guest speaker Sarah Adams, Director for the Department of Adult Education and Evangelisation, Diocese of Clifton. This webinar is available to watch here www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKhi...

Bishop Stephen welcomes the Right Reverend Richard Moth as Archbishop of Westminster. Read here diocesehn.org.uk/news/bishop-...

#AdventReflections week 4

#EduDHN Wishing all our schools Blessing for the Christmas holidays

In case you missed this weekend, The Guardian profiled Citizens UK - a charity nominated for its Christmas Hope Appeal. The article highlighted community based projects from North Shields - read why Fr Chris Hughes believes "People will listen". www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

Life changing community projects in North Shields delivered through our partnership with Citizens UK - featured in today's Guardian www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

Secondary School Heads of RE. Book your place at diocesehncourses.org #EduDHN

#AdventReflections week 3

Don't forget our Re-imagining Pastoral Councils workshops to help and support the incredible work you do for your parishes. 16th Dec - "Who does what and why it matters" with guest speaker Sarah Adams, Diocese of Clifton. diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/eve...

What matters most to 20 - 40 year old Catholics? How does your faith shape your life? How do we build and shape our church going forward? Join us at the Tyneside Irish Centre to hear and share experiences - Thurs 11 Dec at 630pm diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/eve...