St Oswald's, Durham

We are a Church of England parish with a strong tradition of music in worship, where all are very welcome. As an ancient Church in the centre of Durham, St. Oswald's is a reservoir of peace for all who enter it.

The Sunday Eucharist is at 11am, and we have a play and books corner by the font for any younger worshipper who feels a parent or carer would enjoy it there. Evensong is at 6pm on Sundays, either in the chancel, or roughly every other week during term-time when the usual hymns expand to a full choral setting, in the body of the church. Mid-week Holy Communion is at 10am on Wednesdays, and the church is usually open 9:30–5-ish (or till dusk, if earlier) on weekdays.

The latest editions of the weekly newssheet and music notes are in the 'News' tab, and please ask if you'd like to join the mailing list.  Here are links to bell ringing and choir and concert info. We have a strong connection with St. Oswald's Primary and Nursery School, and with our neighbouring parishes of St Mary's Shincliffe, St. Mary's Coxhoe, and St. Helen's, Kelloe

Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: help us so to hear them, to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them that, through patience, and the comfort of your holy word, we may embrace and for ever hold fast the hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Collect for the Last Sunday after Trinity













Get in touch

Revd. Peter Kashouris

St. Oswald's Vicarage,
Church Street

DH1 3DG
Vicarage
0191 374 1681
Parish Office
0191 383 0830
What's on

Parish Eucharist

Occurring
Every Sunday at for 1 hour
Venue
St Oswald's, Durham
Address
Church St., Durham., DH1 3DG, United Kingdom

The worshipping heart of parish life, with refreshments afterwards in the Institute across the road.

Sunday, 2nd November 2025 - The Fourth Sunday before Advent; All Saints' Sunday

Celebrant & Preacher:
The Reverend Gary Eaborn

Readings:
Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18; Ephesians 1:11-end; Luke 6:20-31

Other services this week:
Sunday 6 pm - Evensong for the Commemoration of the Faithful Departed (All Souls)
Wednesday 10 am - Midweek Holy Communion

Almighty and eternal God, you have kindled the flame of love in the hearts of the saints: grant to us the same faith and power of love, that, as we rejoice in their triumphs, we may be sustained by their example and fellowship; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Collect for All Saints' Sunday

Stunning wildlife photos by Steve Lindsay.

£7.50 each or £12.00 for two.

Photo cards with envelopes, three designs also available - £1.50 each or £10.00 for a ten-pack of one design.

Now on sale at the back of Church.

Safeguarding

The parish of St. Oswald's, Durham is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults.

Please click through to our safeguarding page for more information.

St. Oswald's safeguarding page

St Oswald's, Durham Charity No. 1196296