News - Diocese of Durham

Prayer days for the next Bishop of Durham

First published on: 27th November 2025

Interviews for the next Bishop of Durham will be taking place on 9 and 10 December. Durham Cathedral will be hosting a special time of 24/7 prayer to coincide with these, from Morning Prayer (8.30am) on 9th December to Morning Prayer (8.30am) on 10th December. Please do join us in prayer during these days, whether in person at the Cathedral, at your own church or from home.

Paper prayers take flight in Pelton

First published on: 6th November 2025

Holy Trinity Church, Pelton, has unveiled a striking new art installation of origami doves - each one carrying a handwritten prayer from local schoolchildren, congregation members and visitors.

Bibles generously donated as new church The Haven prepares to open

First published on: 13th February 2025

It’s exciting times for a new church which will be launched in Darlington early next month.

24 hours of prayer for the appointment of a new Bishop of Durham

First published on: 14th November 2024

Durham Cathedral is going to be hosting a special time of 24/7 prayer to coincide with the final interviews for the next Bishop of Durham.

Journey of faith and reflection along the Northern Saints trail

First published on: 16th October 2024

This past week, a diverse group of pilgrims set out on a four-day pilgrimage along The Way of Life, one of the Northern Saints Trails crossing County Durham. The event, named The Pilgrimage of Hope, was organised in collaboration with The Auckland Project, GATHER Church Teesdale, the Camino Ingles, and local artists.