Bishop Seamus Cunningham
Patrons of the Diocese: St Cuthbert, Bishop and Confessor, and Our Blessed Lady Immaculate
News
Visit by Apostolic Nuncio
His Excellency, Archbishop Antonio Mennini, Apostolic Nuncio to Great Britain, visited our diocese during the last few days. See photos from visit and listen to Homily given at St Mary's Cathedral.
Father Ciaran McDonnell RIP
Sadly Fr Ciaran McDonnell died in the Freeman Hospital on Sunday 20th May. He had been ill since February but never regained full strength or health. Full notice and funeral arrangements to follow.
Requiescat in Pace.
Pentecost Sunday - Welcome Back
Pentecost Sunday, 27th May, is Welcome Back Sunday. On this weekend we are asked to pray for and then gently invite someone who no longer comes to Mass to come with us to church.
Welcome Mass for new Catholics
A Diocesan Mass of Welcome for those who have recently become Catholics: 7pm at St Joseph's, Gateshead, Thursday May 31st with Bishop Seamus.
Lourdes Diocesan Pilgrimage Music
There will be three music practices for the 2012 Pilgrimage: 10th June, 24th June and 8th July.
Visit by Apostolic Nuncio to Diocese
Information and pastoral letter about the Diocesan Summer Festival
Letter on Marriage: See Letter and links
Last updated on 21/05/12