World’s top 10 honour for Hartlepool church school
First published on: 25th June 2026A church school in Hartlepool has been named among the world’s top 10 for helping children to overcome significant challenges in their lives.
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North East organisations unite to tackle food insecurity
First published on: 25th March 2026Over 100 people gathered on Saturday 14 March to consider how we move ‘Beyond Foodbanks.’ The summit, jointly organised by Communities Together Durham and Food Durham brought together over 30 different organisations from across the North East.
Staindrop CE Primary School appointed as Growing Faith Foundation Learning Hub
First published on: 18th December 2025Staindrop Church of England Primary School has been appointed as a Growing Faith Foundation (GFF) Learning Hub, becoming one of only 14 new hubs nationally to be launched by the Church of England in January 2026.
Shoeboxes from St George’s – church continues to support disadvantaged children
First published on: 27th November 2025A Sunderland church is continuing a 35-year-old tradition of supporting disadvantaged children in the run-up to Christmas.
Children flourish at St. Alban's Holiday Club
First published on: 28th August 2025This summer, St Alban’s Church in Windy Nook hosted a holiday club that brought children together to explore creativity, build friendships, and grow in confidence. The club was funded by the government’s Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) and Communities Together Durham, and delivered in partnership with theatre company Damn Cheek.
CEO of Church Urban Fund speaks with community workers
First published on: 16th June 2025Last week, Bishop Sarah was delighted to join Christian community workers from across our Diocese at an event organised by Communities Together Durham.
Church sleepover raises awareness of vulnerable children in Africa
First published on: 28th January 2025Two schoolboys braved the winter chill to sleep over in their local church in support of young people in Africa.
Even more Hope4All thanks to generous Christmas donations
First published on: 9th December 2024A church and community project which supports people in need has received a welcome festive boost.
Church-aided advice service continues to help people struggling with debt
First published on: 19th September 2024A free service set up by St Andrew’s Church, Haughton-le-Skerne to support people struggling with debt is continuing to go from strength-to-strength.
