The newly appointed Bishop of Newcastle has set out to get to know her new diocese by prioritising a visit to each of the deaneries in the diocese. It is her intention in the first six months of her episcopal ministry to spend approximately two days in each deanery during which she intends to spend a short time with each member of the clergy and to then explore the nature of the deanery through the eyes of the laity. In order that she may ‘affirm and value the ministry of the lay and ordained ministry that is going on day by day in the parishes.’

This exacting schedule will make for a very busy first six months, however, Bishop Christine is determined to get a flavor of her new diocese and what better way than to begin with placing deaneries as her priority.

More to follow as she travels the diocese and discovers the beauty of Northumberland and warmth of the Geordie folk!