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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

All set to welcome new international students at today’s International Orientation Day @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

A date for the diary! Join us for the County Durham Faiths Network’s event celebrating Interfaith Week 2026. All welcome, although it’d be really helpful if you can confirm attendance @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Excited to welcome new international students arriving in Durham this week! Here’s a short clip giving a flavour of the wonderful place to which you’re coming. A view of Durham Cathedral from Observatory Hill on a sunny afternoon with the bells ringing out @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

G’mar chatima tova to Jewish students, staff and friends observing Yom Kippur which begins this evening @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Shana Tovah! Wishing Jewish students, colleagues and friends of @durham.ac.uk a happy Rosh Hashanah! @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Introducing the Chaplains: Fr Andrew Downie, Catholic Chaplain Alex Gooch, Assistant Chaplain at St Mary’s College Pandit Bal Krishan Gautam, Hindu Chaplain @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Introducing the Chaplains: Heather Monro, Buddhist Chaplain Dr Jed Stevenson, Quaker Chaplain Revd Marie Edwards, Chaplain of the College of St Hild & St Bede Rabbi Dovid Fhima, Jewish Chaplain @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Introducing the Chaplains: Revd Dr Kate Eaton-Wells, Chaplain of St Chad’s College Revd Dr Sam Hole, Chaplain of University College Tom Hudson, Friends International Chaplain Revd Peter Kashouris, Chaplain of St Mary’s College @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 07/09/2026

In conversation with @en.france24.com , Dr Johny Daniel from our @durhameducation.bsky.social discusses how disability policy can drive meaningful inclusion, and why education remains central to creating opportunities for all. 👉 🎥 bit.ly/4xMzApa

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Introducing the Chaplains: Fr Justin Mihoc, Orthodox Christian Chaplain Revd Sarah Heslop, Chaplain of St John’s College Ibrahim Elsayed, Imam Dr Mahshid Turner, Muslim Chaplain @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Introducing the Chaplains: Canon Gavin Wort, Lead Chaplain Revd Fiona Hill, Hill Colleges’ Chaplain Andrew Tinkler, Chaplain of Josephine Butler, Stephenson, South & John Snow Colleges Revd Dr Julia Candy, Chaplain of Hatfield College & St Cuthbert’s Society @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Coming soon: a series of posts introducing @durham.ac.uk’s Chaplains. NB The photo includes only some of the University’s 20 Chaplains @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Shiny new leaflets ready for a new academic year! @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

We’re preparing for the 2026/27 academic year. Here’s a lovely new Chaplaincy Network poster! @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Today we commemorate the Bosnian Genocide, including the murder of more than 8,000 - mostly Muslim men & boys - in Srebrenica in July 1995. United Nations has called this the worst atrocity on European soil since the Second World War 🙏 #RememberingSrebrenica @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

An honour to represent St Margaret’s Centre, local mental health charity, at High Sheriff of County Palatine’s Matins for His Majesty’s Courts of Justice in Durham Cathedral. Following the service the High Sheriff, Dr Arnab Basu (pictured), hosted a reception in the Castle @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Delighted to attend congregations today to celebrate w/ graduating students enjoying the fruit of their hard work. Plus, it’s an opportunity to share w/ colleagues who help students to succeed. Photos w/ one such remarkable graduate & two wonderful colleagues @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Durham University @durham.ac.uk · 29/06/2026

Did Bronze Age sailors connect communities across Europe? A new study led by our Department of Archaeology links ancient boat carvings across north-west Iberia and Scandinavia, pointing to extensive Bronze Age seafaring networks. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4v5cZSF

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Seb Schmoller @schmoller.net · 29/06/2026

I'm no longer involved with The Sheffield College, but I'm chuffed for chef-lecturer Len Unwin: www.fenews.co.uk/education/na... (SheffCol Goes Global that aims "to prioritise & support young people who would traditionally miss out on travelling abroad for financial or other reasons" sounds great.)

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National award win for ‘industry legend’ at The Sheffield College | FE News

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

The Listening Service is available throughout the summer vacation period @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Do join us this evening. The business will be short, and the panel discussion focussed on a pressing issue @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Recently, the Revd Sarah Heslop started as the new Chaplain of St John’s College. We’re pleased to welcome Sarah to the Chaplaincy Network! @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

What’s the collective noun for a group of chaplains?! This morning, the chaplains had their annual summer gathering - indoors as rain prevented gathering outside, but with much joy and cake! Pictured are many but not all of the University’s chaplains @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Today, I visited the excellent display in the Bill Bryson Library at Durham University celebrating Gypsy, Roma & Traveller Month. If you’re a member of the library, it’s well worth pausing to read the information boards and taking a look at the books @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Today, it was a pleasure to attend Rick Simpson’s Installation in Durham Cathedral as the new Bishop of Durham. Here, I’m pictured in the Chapter House with Krish Gadhia (Durham University Hindu Society) and Brenda Dinsdale (Newcastle Reform Synagogue) @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Join County Durham Faiths Network on 22 June 6.30pm at Stephenson College. The AGM will include a panel discussion on ‘religious-based hate incidents in the UK: understanding & responding to ensure safety locally’. Please confirm attendance - carolspencer59@hotmail.com @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Eid Mubarak to Muslim students, staff and friends celebrating Eid al-Adha! @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Andrew. Andrew hopes this image that inspires him will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Kate. Kate hopes this image that inspires her will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Tom. Tom hopes this image that inspires him will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Gavin. Gavin hopes this image that inspires him will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Fiona. Fiona hopes this image that inspires her will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Peter. Peter hopes this image that inspires him will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Alex. Alex hopes this image that inspires him will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Sam. Sam hopes this image that inspires him will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Heather. Heather hopes this image that inspires her will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Marie. Marie hopes this image that inspires her will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Jed. Jed hopes this image that inspires him will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Mahshid. Mahshid hopes this image that inspires her will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

Each post will comprise an inspiring image & some words of explanation from the relevant chaplain. Pictured: Illumination Window in Durham Cathedral. It commemorates Sara Pilkington, a Combined Arts student. It was designed & created by Mel Howse @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

‘Inspiring Images’: an inspiring image from Julia. She hopes this image that inspires her will also inspire @durham.ac.uk students during this busy and stressful term @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Today begins Mental Heath Awareness Week 2026. We know it helps to talk to someone in confidence who will listen non-judgementally. The chaplains are here to listen to all @durham.ac.uk students and staff @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Join Heather & Robert, our Buddhist Chaplains, for meditation sessions to end the working week & begin the weekend open to all @durham.ac.uk students. No previous experience required. Each session is followed by an opportunity to chat over a cuppa in the TLC café @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Happy Vaisakhi to Sikh students, staff and friends celebrating the creation of the Khalsa (community of initiated Sikhs)! @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

He is risen! The chaplains wish Orthodox Christian students, staff and friends a happy Pascha/Easter @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Happy Easter! Today, Christians throughout the world celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

This morning, most of the University’s Anglican chaplains joined w Acting Bishop of Durham, clergy & lay leaders for an uplifting Chrism Eucharist in Durham Cathedral. It’s a special opportunity for deacons, priests & bishops to renew their ordination vows @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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Gavin Wort @revdgavinwort.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Chag Pesach Sameach to Jewish students, staff and friends celebrating Passover! @durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

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