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Bishop Stephen Wright
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Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle, England. Personal views.
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Are you a Catholic teacher currently working outside Catholic education? Have you considered bringing your skills, experience, and faith into a Catholic school setting? See poster for details of an info a session on Wed 2 April and how to book your place. #EduDHN
March 12, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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As part of their 50th anniversary celebrations, St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Sunderland were invited by Fr Chris at St Mary's Church to create a special time capsule, which was laid under the church floor being replaced. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/news/sunderl... #EdhDHN @bccet.bsky.social
March 13, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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Children at St Aidan’s Catholic Primary won praise from Ofsted inspectors who described them as “happy and well behaved” and “kind and respectful of each other”. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/news/warm-an... #EduDHN @bishopbewickcet.bsky.social
March 14, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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Pupils “achieve exceptionally well” at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Blackhall Colliery, which has “improved significantly across all areas” since its last inspection, when it was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/news/pupils-... #EduDHN @bccet.bsky.social
March 14, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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A vacancy has arisen for the appointment of a Safeguarding Co-ordinator in the Department for Safeguarding at St Cuthbert's House, West Road, Newcastle. Closing date for applications is Tuesday 25 March 2025. Please visit our website at diocesehn.org.uk/job-vacancies/
March 10, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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Hello Bluesky!

We’re Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust, a community of 39 schools dedicated to excellence in education and fostering inclusion, compassion, and care.

Follow us for updates, inspiring stories, and our work shaping bright futures. Let’s connect and grow together! 💙

#Education
December 9, 2024 at 8:49 AM
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We are proud to announce our schools that have been recognised as Schools of Sanctuary! This award celebrates schools that foster inclusion, support refugee and migrant families, and promote understanding, compassion, and respect. 🌍💙

🔗 Learn more: schools.cityofsanctuary.org

#SchoolsOfSanctuary
December 9, 2024 at 9:01 AM
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There were celebrations all round today when St Charles’ Catholic Primary School was named Primary School of the Year in the Northeast 2025 in the prestigious Sunday Times Parent Power Schools Guide. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/news/primary... #EduDHN @bishopbewickcet.bsky.social
December 9, 2024 at 4:04 PM
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Our Programme Manager for the Syria Crisis Response Hombeline Dulière on recent events.

Our partners continue to work inside Syria supporting communities affected by 13 years of conflict. Find out more and how to support them via our Appeal. ⤵️

bit.ly/3D7mBXP
December 9, 2024 at 3:53 PM
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Year of Jubilee 2025 Opening Ceremonies: Bishop Stephen will be celebrating Mass on Sunday 29 December (Feast of the Holy Family) to mark the beginning of this Holy Year in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/news/jubilee... #DHNjubilee2025
December 5, 2024 at 10:34 AM
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Weekend Liturgy Resources are now available for this coming Sunday. Visit diocesehn.org.uk/living-the-f... to view and access a range of resources created within the Diocese as well as signposts to externally produced resources. #DHNWeekendLiturgy
December 5, 2024 at 12:29 PM
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The Jubilee of Hope begins in December and will end on the Feast of the Epiphany 2026. You’re invited to faithfully participate in this Holy Year. bit.ly/DHNjubilee2025 #DHNjubilee2025
December 2, 2024 at 9:15 AM
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CAFOD is also offering a resource taster session online on Wednesday 4 December, to anyone who might be interested in seeing what their Jubilee 2025 resources are like. Find our more and register your place here: diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/eve... #DHNjubilee2025 @cafod.bsky.social
December 2, 2024 at 11:04 AM
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CAFOD is also offering an online session on Saturday 18 January 2025 titled, 'A Year of Hope: An Introduction to the Jubilee Year', to anyone wanting a general introduction to the Jubilee. Find out more and register here: diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/eve... #DHNjubilee2025 @cafod.bsky.social
December 2, 2024 at 11:22 AM
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The Interreligious Relations Team invite you to the Diocesan Holocaust Memorial Evening for 2025, themed ‘For a Better Future’. The guest speakers will be Mr David Gold and Mr Smajo Bešo OBE. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/eve...
December 4, 2024 at 2:43 PM
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A Blaydon primary school has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating in all areas by Ofsted. St Mary & St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School was praised for its “commitment to high aspirations and expectations”. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/news/st-mary... #EduDHN #bwcet
November 27, 2024 at 4:35 PM
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The Carmel College community in Darlington is celebrating after securing an outstanding Ofsted rating in its centenary year. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/news/outstan... #EduDHN #bishophogarthcatholiceducationtrust
November 27, 2024 at 4:00 PM
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Fr Sean Hall's reflections for Christ the King are available now. Read them here: diocesehn.org.uk/wp-content/u...
#Reflections #Prayer #Liturgy
November 22, 2024 at 8:48 AM
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On Saturday 30 November, from 11.00am – 3.30pm, Ushaw will provide an update on the General Assembly of the Synod, which has been meeting in Rome throughout October, with their Guest Speaker, Professor Anna Rowlands. Find out more: diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/eve... #Synod
November 22, 2024 at 11:22 AM
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Stella Maris let us know how they are helping Seafarers celebrate Christmas this year and ask us all to remember seafarers who for many will celebrate Christmas away from their own families. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/news/stella-...
November 22, 2024 at 12:25 PM
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On Wednesday 11 December, an Advent Day of Reflection takes place at Ushaw. Find out more: diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/eve... #Advent
November 22, 2024 at 11:27 AM
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The Year of Jubilee is a beacon of hope. We’re invited into an encounter with Jesus Christ, as his disciples of mercy, forgiveness, social action, and to celebrate our communities. A chance to envision a better future, a future of hope and faith where mercy guides our actions. #DHNjubilee2025
November 20, 2024 at 3:34 PM
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Weekend Liturgy Resources are now available for the next two Sundays. Visit diocesehn.org.uk/living-the-f... to view and access a range of resources created within the Diocese as well as signposts to externally produced resources. #DHNWeekendLiturgy
November 21, 2024 at 9:51 AM
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Teachers and pupils from St Leonard’s Catholic School in Durham are celebrating after receiving an outstanding Ofsted judgement across all areas, following massive disruption in the last academic year. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/news/from-cr... #EduDHN
November 21, 2024 at 3:06 PM
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Staff and pupils at English Martyrs’ Catholic Primary School in Fenham are celebrating as their school was recognised as a School of Sanctuary for its welcoming ethos and diversity. Read more: diocesehn.org.uk/news/fenham-... #EduDHN
November 21, 2024 at 3:31 PM