Filmed against the historically vibrant backdrop of Oxford, England, host Eric Metaxas sits down with historian Tom Holland to discuss – from music to marriage to service and science and education – how the West has been transformed by and remains to be utterly affected by Christianity. The two discuss Holland’s bestselling book at length, Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World. This Socrates in the City conversation took place in July of 2024 in Oxford, England.
Parish News and Announcements

Day of Reflection for Readers
Date: Saturday 12th July 2025 Times: 10.30am-3.00pm - arrivals, registration and refreshments from 10.00am Location: St Hilda’s Diocesan Resource Centre, West Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 7PY Cost: £15.00 per personÂ
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This Day of Reflection will be funded via the parish. Below is the link to the online booking form if you wish to make your own booking, or you can let Marjorie know that you wish to attend and she will do the booking for you. See poster at the back of church.
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We have a lovely group of people – guests and helpers – who are involved in the Wednesday Lunch Club for senior citizens and those needing some friendly company. On average there are approximately 16 guests and lunch is held in the Jubilee Room at St. Joseph’s, lunches being provided by St. Joseph’s Primary School. Helpers provide transport where needed, serve the food, sometimes with added treats, and tidying away.
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The group of helpers varies – usually about 8-10 people. 4/5 drivers and 3/5 in the kitchen. We could do with a little extra help and if you (male or female) could spare half an hour, an hour, or two at the most, it would be greatly appreciated.
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You would need to have a Safeguarding DBS check and certificate. This is organised by the parish.
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If you would like to be involved, please contact Marjorie initially and she will put you in touch with one of the following:Â Kathleen Murray, Pat Conway, Joanna Pallister, Maria Quinn.