Bishop’s Chaplain and Minor Canon of Newcastle Cathedral

Introduction

The Diocese of Newcastle is the Church of England’s most northerly Diocese.  Formed in 1882 the Diocese covered an area almost equivalent to the then County of Northumberland.  With 169 parishes across 2,110 square miles, the Diocese covers the local authorities of Northumberland, Newcastle, North Tyneside and also small parts of County Durham and Cumbria.  Under the episcopal leadership of our Diocesan Bishop, The Rt Revd Dr Helen-Ann Hartley and the suffragan Bishop of Berwick, The Rt Revd Mark Wroe, we are resourced by two Archdeacons, and a team of lay and ordained officers who support the development of mission and ministry across the Diocese.  Our Cathedral, under the leadership of The Very Revd Lee Batson, is a vibrant place of worship and outreach and plays a vital role in the life of the City of Newcastle.

Main Responsibilities

To support and facilitate the ministry of the Bishop of Newcastle through:

• Acting as liturgical chaplain preparing, proofing and adding liturgical experience and knowledge.
• Acting as a sounding board; being a companion in worship and prayer, and intellectually and theologically stimulating.
• Ensuring the highest level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Reading, and providing quality research for articles, speeches, sermons etc.  and drawing attention to key matters that the Bishop should be aware of.
• To take particular responsibility for designated projects (such as the biannual Salt and Light festival, the annual Clergy Conference, and diocesan wide initiatives that will add interest, opportunity and development experiences).

About us

For wider information about the Diocese visit: www.newcastle.anglican.org  

To arrange an informal conversation about the role please contact The Bishop’s Office, telephone 0191 285 2220

Interview date: 6 June 2025

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