Cranmer Hall
@cranmerhall.bsky.social
Cranmer Hall is a vibrant and diverse Christian community forming Christlike leaders for today’s church through transformational learning.
Located in Durham, United Kingdom.
Located in Durham, United Kingdom.
This week we held the first residential for our Incumbent Leadership Programme. A year long programme for clergy from 6 local dioceses focussed on children’s and youth ministry. We were joined by some brilliant speakers and had a wonderful time together at Minsteracres Retreat Centre.
November 14, 2025 at 11:05 AM
This week we held the first residential for our Incumbent Leadership Programme. A year long programme for clergy from 6 local dioceses focussed on children’s and youth ministry. We were joined by some brilliant speakers and had a wonderful time together at Minsteracres Retreat Centre.
Some of our students had the incredible opportunity to spend a study week at the Ecumenical Institute in Bossey, where they worshipped and learned alongside inspiring people from churches around the world.
@oikoumenewcc.bsky.social
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November 13, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Some of our students had the incredible opportunity to spend a study week at the Ecumenical Institute in Bossey, where they worshipped and learned alongside inspiring people from churches around the world.
@oikoumenewcc.bsky.social
@oikoumenewcc.bsky.social
Steve Muneza (our Director of Contextual Learning), had the joy of visiting Burundi for his work with the Relay Trust in the Burundi Discipleship Programme (BDP). Steve led training sessions for the programme as well as supported BDP facilitators & grassroot leaders.
November 11, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Steve Muneza (our Director of Contextual Learning), had the joy of visiting Burundi for his work with the Relay Trust in the Burundi Discipleship Programme (BDP). Steve led training sessions for the programme as well as supported BDP facilitators & grassroot leaders.
Our MA students are together this week - both in person and online!
Pictured here: Dr Susanne Carlsson (right) leading a session on discernment as part of the module Theological Approaches to Spiritual Direction.
Pictured here: Dr Susanne Carlsson (right) leading a session on discernment as part of the module Theological Approaches to Spiritual Direction.
November 5, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Our MA students are together this week - both in person and online!
Pictured here: Dr Susanne Carlsson (right) leading a session on discernment as part of the module Theological Approaches to Spiritual Direction.
Pictured here: Dr Susanne Carlsson (right) leading a session on discernment as part of the module Theological Approaches to Spiritual Direction.
After harvesting the final produce in Etchells Garden, it is winter ready ❄️
#ecoinitiative
#careforcreation
#harvest
#ecoinitiative
#careforcreation
#harvest
October 29, 2025 at 10:35 AM
After harvesting the final produce in Etchells Garden, it is winter ready ❄️
#ecoinitiative
#careforcreation
#harvest
#ecoinitiative
#careforcreation
#harvest
Our weekly College Communion. A delight having our Lecturer in Old Testament, Dr Lizzie Hare leading and our college Principal, Prof Jolyon Mitchell, preaching on ‘The crucifixion of Jesus for the salvation of the world’.
October 29, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Our weekly College Communion. A delight having our Lecturer in Old Testament, Dr Lizzie Hare leading and our college Principal, Prof Jolyon Mitchell, preaching on ‘The crucifixion of Jesus for the salvation of the world’.
Looking very autumnal over here 🍂🍁
What is your favourite thing about Durham this time of year?
What is your favourite thing about Durham this time of year?
October 20, 2025 at 8:51 AM
Looking very autumnal over here 🍂🍁
What is your favourite thing about Durham this time of year?
What is your favourite thing about Durham this time of year?
Our weekly teaching pattern has begun! Students are now settling into the rhythm of regular lectures and seminars. This photo was taken during a seminar led by Ian Galloway, where students explore what Christlike leadership means and how it is lived out.
October 15, 2025 at 8:36 AM
Our weekly teaching pattern has begun! Students are now settling into the rhythm of regular lectures and seminars. This photo was taken during a seminar led by Ian Galloway, where students explore what Christlike leadership means and how it is lived out.
2/ Jonny is an expert practitioner, having served in youth ministry for over 20 years. He is also a gifted teacher and academic and has a passion for the formation of children’s and youth ministers which has seen him shape and contribute to national initiatives and projects in recent years.
October 13, 2025 at 10:52 AM
2/ Jonny is an expert practitioner, having served in youth ministry for over 20 years. He is also a gifted teacher and academic and has a passion for the formation of children’s and youth ministers which has seen him shape and contribute to national initiatives and projects in recent years.
Join us for Cranmer Hall's Open Day next month.
Discover what we offer and what fits within your academic and vocational goals. It might just be the perfect place for you.
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Save the date and come see for yourself!
Discover what we offer and what fits within your academic and vocational goals. It might just be the perfect place for you.
To register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cranmer-ha...
Save the date and come see for yourself!
October 9, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Join us for Cranmer Hall's Open Day next month.
Discover what we offer and what fits within your academic and vocational goals. It might just be the perfect place for you.
To register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cranmer-ha...
Save the date and come see for yourself!
Discover what we offer and what fits within your academic and vocational goals. It might just be the perfect place for you.
To register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cranmer-ha...
Save the date and come see for yourself!
3/ We look forward to her taking up the role in January 2026.
October 6, 2025 at 11:03 AM
3/ We look forward to her taking up the role in January 2026.
Welcome Week comes to an end with our Quiet Day at @durhamcathedral.bsky.social
Students and staff spend time today in intentional silence to pray into the new academic year & all that God is calling them to.
Students and staff spend time today in intentional silence to pray into the new academic year & all that God is calling them to.
October 3, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Welcome Week comes to an end with our Quiet Day at @durhamcathedral.bsky.social
Students and staff spend time today in intentional silence to pray into the new academic year & all that God is calling them to.
Students and staff spend time today in intentional silence to pray into the new academic year & all that God is calling them to.
It wouldn’t be Welcome Week without the Warden’s Walk! Filled with beautiful views (like this one) of Durham.
October 3, 2025 at 9:40 AM
It wouldn’t be Welcome Week without the Warden’s Walk! Filled with beautiful views (like this one) of Durham.
2/ Ian Galloway, our Dean of Free Church Formation, chairs the forum’s steering group, which is dedicated to fostering collaboration among churches and leaders across the region.
October 2, 2025 at 10:07 AM
2/ Ian Galloway, our Dean of Free Church Formation, chairs the forum’s steering group, which is dedicated to fostering collaboration among churches and leaders across the region.
Happy matriculation to all our Cranmer and St John’s College students 👏 🎉
You are so welcomed here.
You are so welcomed here.
September 30, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Happy matriculation to all our Cranmer and St John’s College students 👏 🎉
You are so welcomed here.
You are so welcomed here.
2/ This wonderful group is engaged in a variety of ordained and lay ministry contexts. Our practical theology-focused programme runs through Friday, with plenty more exciting sessions still to come.
September 24, 2025 at 12:05 PM
2/ This wonderful group is engaged in a variety of ordained and lay ministry contexts. Our practical theology-focused programme runs through Friday, with plenty more exciting sessions still to come.
Our Lecturer in Old Testament, Dr Lizzie Hare was delighted to be licenced as a lay minister in Durham Diocese by Bishop Sarah last weekend. A huge well done Lizzie! @durhamdiocese.bsky.social
September 19, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Our Lecturer in Old Testament, Dr Lizzie Hare was delighted to be licenced as a lay minister in Durham Diocese by Bishop Sarah last weekend. A huge well done Lizzie! @durhamdiocese.bsky.social
Final two days of the DThM have included plenary sessions from Dr Joanna Leidenhag and Prof Gordon Lynch, alongside student presentations and input from our team. We also had a wonderful formal dinner, in which we said thank you and farewell to our outgoing programme co-director Dr Sam Tranter.
September 19, 2025 at 7:26 AM
Final two days of the DThM have included plenary sessions from Dr Joanna Leidenhag and Prof Gordon Lynch, alongside student presentations and input from our team. We also had a wonderful formal dinner, in which we said thank you and farewell to our outgoing programme co-director Dr Sam Tranter.
Yesterday’s DThM schedule included module sessions, plenaries, student research presentations, and equally important - shared meals. @durhamtheology.bsky.social
#doctoroftheologyandministry #septemberschool2025
#doctoroftheologyandministry #septemberschool2025
September 17, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Yesterday’s DThM schedule included module sessions, plenaries, student research presentations, and equally important - shared meals. @durhamtheology.bsky.social
#doctoroftheologyandministry #septemberschool2025
#doctoroftheologyandministry #septemberschool2025
Our Doctor of Theology and Ministry (DThM) September School is well underway. Students come together this week from all across the globe to learn in this unique, world-class teaching environment. Watch this space for updates on what they’ll be up to! @durhamtheology.bsky.social
September 16, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Our Doctor of Theology and Ministry (DThM) September School is well underway. Students come together this week from all across the globe to learn in this unique, world-class teaching environment. Watch this space for updates on what they’ll be up to! @durhamtheology.bsky.social
2/ Representing @eclasproject.bsky.social, Steve, alongside Prof. Diphus Chemorion, Director of ECLAS Africa, facilitated a powerful session on Faith and Science for the Anglican Francophone Network.
September 15, 2025 at 2:54 PM
2/ Representing @eclasproject.bsky.social, Steve, alongside Prof. Diphus Chemorion, Director of ECLAS Africa, facilitated a powerful session on Faith and Science for the Anglican Francophone Network.
Last week, our staff team spent a day on a residential retreat at the beautiful Shepherds Dene. We shared meals, planned for the upcoming academic year and prayed over our students. We’re really looking forward to the start of Michaelmas!
September 15, 2025 at 9:18 AM
Last week, our staff team spent a day on a residential retreat at the beautiful Shepherds Dene. We shared meals, planned for the upcoming academic year and prayed over our students. We’re really looking forward to the start of Michaelmas!
The beginning of Michaelmas term is just around the corner. We’re really excited to welcome all our new and returning students in just a few short weeks!
September 9, 2025 at 2:46 PM
The beginning of Michaelmas term is just around the corner. We’re really excited to welcome all our new and returning students in just a few short weeks!
We have 2 exciting vacancies here at Cranmer Hall! Please head to - www.cranmerhall.com/resources/vacancies/ for more information and how to apply.
August 26, 2025 at 12:46 PM
We have 2 exciting vacancies here at Cranmer Hall! Please head to - www.cranmerhall.com/resources/vacancies/ for more information and how to apply.
2/ She was also honoured to meet the Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana (group photo) as well as Her Excellency Dr. Fatou Bensouda, recipient of the World Methodist Council Peace Prize, for her courageous work in international justice.
August 14, 2025 at 11:10 AM
2/ She was also honoured to meet the Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana (group photo) as well as Her Excellency Dr. Fatou Bensouda, recipient of the World Methodist Council Peace Prize, for her courageous work in international justice.