About St Augustine's Catholic Church
St Augustine's Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic church serving Gateshead and the surrounding parts of Tyne and Wear. The building stands at Wealcroft, Gateshead. For the current pattern of services and news of what is on, visit www.rcdhn.org.uk/churches07/churchcontact.php?chid=157.
Roman Catholic congregations represent one enduring branch of the Christian faith in these islands. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope. Parish life centres on the Mass and the sacraments, and many congregations have been renewed in recent decades by worshippers arriving from Poland, India, Nigeria and elsewhere. Weekly Mass attendance across Britain runs into the high hundreds of thousands. The tradition traces its modern form to the 1st century; hierarchy restored in England and Wales in 1850. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts roughly 4 million Catholics across the UK.
It is one of many congregations found across England, whose landscape holds everything from Saxon churches to congregations meeting in converted warehouses. Gateshead lies within Tyne and Wear, whose county town is Newcastle upon Tyne. If you are new to the area, this is one of several congregations in Gateshead worth getting to know.
Thinking of coming along? Simply turn up: no invitation is needed. Allow a little extra time for getting there, as parking close to older church buildings can be tight, and if accessibility is a concern, a quick call ahead will confirm arrangements such as ramps, accessible toilets or a hearing loop.
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Getting there
Parking near older church buildings can be limited, so allow a few extra minutes or arrive on foot where you can.
Frequently asked questions
Where is St Augustine's Catholic Church?⌄
St Augustine's Catholic Church is at Wealcroft, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE10 8QS.
What denomination is St Augustine's Catholic Church?⌄
St Augustine's Catholic Church belongs to the Roman Catholic tradition. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope.
When are services at St Augustine's Catholic Church?⌄
Service times for St Augustine's Catholic Church are not yet listed in our directory. Check http://www.rcdhn.org.uk/churches07/churchcontact.php?chid=157 or contact the church directly to confirm.
Does St Augustine's Catholic Church have a website?⌄
Yes, the church's website is http://www.rcdhn.org.uk/churches07/churchcontact.php?chid=157.
What is the phone number for St Augustine's Catholic Church?⌄
You can ring St Augustine's Catholic Church on +44 191 469 3042. A quick call is the surest way to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to St Augustine's Catholic Church?⌄
The church is at Wealcroft, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. Use the map and directions link on this page, and allow a little extra time if you are driving, as parking near the building may be limited.
Is St Augustine's Catholic Church accessible?⌄
Accessibility provision varies between church buildings. Contact the church directly to ask about step-free access, accessible toilets or a hearing loop before you visit.
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