The Rt Rev Justin Welby, Bishop of Durham, called for the Church to stand up for the world’s poor, when he addressed the Anglican Alliance for Development at Bishopthorpe, York, in a keynote speech called 'Good News for the Poor – at home and in the wider world' on Monday 30th April. 

Present at the Seminar hosted by the Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu was an audience made up of 52 people engaged in Diocesan and other forms of overseas development links and activity. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss the work of the Anglican Alliance for Relief, Development, and Advocacy. 

Justin Welby, Bishop of Durham, today (April 10th) commented on the excellent news of Nissans announcement of further expansion plans to produce its new hatchback at its Sunderland plant expressing his delight and support for this important milestone in the regeneration of the North East economy.  

In his statement Bishop Justin said: "I was very pleased to learn of this great piece of news this morning, this is a very positive affirmation of the skills and abilities of the people and economy of the North East to compete on a world stage and to be truly World Class. 

Easter is a time of great renewal for all Christians and I feel that more strongly than ever this year. This is my first Easter as Bishop of Durham and I am thoroughly enjoying the challenges that come with the job and finding myself inspired by the people I meet. 

Perhaps the thing that has encouraged me most is the impact of the prayer campaign that I launched just after becoming Bishop. The idea behind Prayer for the People was to invite people to join me in sharing their hopes and dreams and prayers for the region. 

The Right Revd. Justin Welby, Bishop of Durham confirmed today (March 29th) that he will be the Patron of the North East Call to Action on Global Poverty and Climate Change (NE-CAP).

 Speaking about the announcement Bishop Justin said: " I am delighted to have been asked to continue to support this worthy initiative as was the case with the previous Bishop of Durham The Right Revd Tom Wright. 

Canon Sheila Bamber is leaving her position at St Nicholas Cathedral in Newcastle to take on a new challenge - and it represents a homecoming as she returns to the Diocese of Durham. 

 Sheila has been appointed Canon Provost at Sunderland Minster, the only Minster to have such a post. It means she will oversee all the Minster’s activities. 

A school chaplain has been licensed by the Bishop of Durham to administer to the spiritual life of students and staff at a Stockton on Tees secondary school in a formal service of recognition and authority.

The Reverend Paul Johnson 55 originally from Middlesbrough was licensed as a School Chaplain in a service held at Ian Ramsey Secondary School by the Bishop of Durham, the Right Rev Justin Welby.

In an ancient ceremony dating back to the formation of the House of Lords, The Right Reverend Justin Welby, Bishop of Durham will be introduced to the House of Lords on Thursday 12th January 2012. 

The Bishop of Durham will be at five places round the Diocese of Durham during the week leading up to his Installation and Enthronement. At each place Bishop Justin will set up a space in the church for prayer, with different ways to pray, including drawing, writing, silence or reflection with candles and other supports for prayer. There will be comfortable places to sit. The spaces will be open for the four hours with a very brief common prayer for anyone there, led by Justin, every half hour. In most places (but not all) refreshments will be available. Those coming can simply sit and think, or write, or pray, or talk to Justin, or pray with him, as they choose for as long or as short a time as they like.

The Bishop-Designate of Durham, the Very Reverend Justin Welby, provides insights into his beliefs and his approach to his recent appointment in a new film.
 
The Bishop Designate was formally announced on June 2 and the film describes how he is looking forward to bringing about a sense of renewal in the Church of England in the Durham Diocese.
 
During a series of interviews, the current Dean of Liverpool explains what led him to serve God, his views on the task that lies ahead when he formally takes over as Bishop later this year and his approach to some of the more controversial subjects facing the Church.   
He also discusses the way ahead for the diocese during a conversation with Bishop Mark Bryant, of Jarrow, with whom he will be working closely and with whom he has previously worked.
 
Made by Aegies Associates for the Diocese, the film can be viewed on our YouTube page here:


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