About St Michael's RC Church
St Michael's RC Church welcomes worshippers in Houghton-le-Spring as one of the Roman Catholic churches of Tyne and Wear. The building stands at Durham Road, Houghton-le-Spring. To confirm when services are held, it is best to get in touch with the church directly.
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.
The church stands within the wider Christian life of England, home to the Church of England alongside thriving Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and independent churches. Houghton-le-Spring lies within Tyne and Wear, whose county town is Newcastle upon Tyne. Visitors are welcome, whether you live in Houghton-le-Spring or are simply passing through.
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 Michael's RC Church?⌄
St Michael's RC Church is at Durham Road, Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear, DH5 8NF.
What denomination is St Michael's RC Church?⌄
St Michael's RC Church worships within the Roman Catholic stream of Christianity. 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 Michael's RC Church?⌄
Service times for St Michael's RC Church are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
How do I get to St Michael's RC Church?⌄
The church is at Durham Road, Houghton-le-Spring, 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 Michael's RC 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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