Thought from Fr. Colm - 28th June 2026

With the First Communions behind us, we are reviewing our catechesis programme for all schools. My personal thanks to catechists and teachers for their support.

Our Journey in Faith concluded with a social gathering to say thank you to all who participated.

Thanks for supporting our fledgling Youth Group at their cakes sale after all Masses last weekend.

Safeguarding: Gillian Mc Arthur has a major task in taking responsibility for the entire parish, and will be receiving assistance in this important role. Areas needing immediate attention are names of all altar servers, ages, parents consent, full names of all participants in the training day for Eucharistic Ministers on the 25^th July. The sooner we receive responses to Gillian’s requests, the sooner we can move forward on all areas of Safeguarding. Please forward that information to Gillian, or Marjorie, as soon as possible. Thanks again.

The Camino was as wonderful as ever, despite minor setbacks and despite the high temperatures. A surprising number of young pilgrims, especially young single pilgrims.

2nd July Holy Mother Mary, the Church Group

Johanna has very kindly agreed to lead us in one final discussion to conclude these beautiful sessions on Thursday 2^nd July in the Jubilee Room at 7:30pm

Thank you from the Parish Youth Group

The Parish of the Durham Martyrs Youth Group would like to express their most sincere gratitude for your support today at the plant and cake sales (including everyone who generously provided donations of plants and cakes). You've helped us to raise £388.04 that will go towards the group camping trip in September.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT