A note of thanks from Katie Flood

My final weekend in the parish finally arrives and it is one that is, of course, bittersweet. The joy of bringing our young people to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation is always a special one and as my final celebration as the Youth Ministry Coordinator it is one that moves me deeply. The sadness of leaving the parish for pastures new is a testament to the supportive and welcome community here in the Durham Martyrs’ Parish. Since arriving in 2018, I feel Durham is now a second home filled with friends, colleagues and an evident love of the Gospel. As I make my departure, I would like to thank everyone for the kind words, cards and gifts I have received over the past weeks. Your generosity is so moving and very much appreciated. Special thanks to Fr. Colm for his constant support of my role and the young people, and for his guidance and mentoring for me personally. Thanks to Erica, Leanne and Marjorie who have all been instrumental in making my time in the parish one of productivity, joy and witness. And to all parishioners, young people, school staff, volunteers for your warm welcome and great support. I will keep you all in my prayers as I move onto my new adventures and look forward to returning to Durham in the future to visit. With heartfelt thanks and prayers, Katie

Confirmation and Youth Group updates

Confirmation Update from Katie Flood

Welcome back! Our final stretch of the Confirmation journey continues this Wednesday evening at St.Josephs Church from 6:30-9pm.

• Session -Wednesday 14th September -6:30-9pm

• Session (with a service of Reconciliation) -Wednesday 5th October -6:30-9pm

• Rehearsal -Wednesday 19th October -6:30-8pm

• Confirmation -Sunday 30th October -3pm

Due to the importance of the Sacrament, all of the above sessions MUST BE ATTENDED. If there are any issues you can contact me via email or phone. Baptism certificates, or letters ofconfirmation of Baptism, are required by 5th October and can be sent to youth.durhammartyrs@rcdhn.org.uk electronically or brought in person to the session where they can be copied.

Wednesday Youth Group

Our Wednesday Youth Group will resume from 6:30 -8pm on the following dates:

• Wednesday 21st September

• Wednesday 28th September

• Wednesday 12th October

For more information contact Katie at Youth.durhammartyrs@rcdhn.org.uk

Confirmation Programme 2021/22

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Excited to launch a new Confirmation programme in September 2021, Durham Martyrs Youth Ministry are working with the priests, catechists and parishioners in the Finchale Partnership to bring this opportunity to a church near you. The parishes involved are:

• Blessed Edmund Duke Parish (Trimdon, Sedgefield and Coxhoe)

• St. Cuthbert’s Parish (Durham)

• Durham Martyrs’ Parish (Durham)

• St. John Boste Parish (West Durham)

• St. Patrick’s Parish (Langley Moor)

With retreats, away days and celebrations, all candidates will have the opportunity to join with other young people from around the Partnership on their journey towards Confirmation! Look out for more details after the summer holidays or contact youth.durhammartyrs@rcdhn.org.uk now!