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Lead Chaplain, Durham University | Anglican priest | Interfaith practitioner | Honorary Canon | Franciscan Tertiary | He/him | Views my own

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Honoured to be invited to join the panel discussion for this important event in #BlackHistoryMonth

If you’d like to join us, click on the link to register - lnkd.in/e6cNjRdZ

@shaidmahmood.bsky.social @durhamuniversity.bsky.social

13.10.2025 10:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Congratulations to the Revd Dr Kate Eaton-Wells who was licensed yesterday as the new Chaplain of St Chad’s College! We’re delighted to welcome Kate to the Chaplaincy Network

Picture: Kate with Philip Plyming (Dean of Durham) & me

@durham.ac.uk @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

10.10.2025 07:27 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was great catching up with the faith societies at today’s Freshers’ Fair, including the wonderful Islamic Society! Looking forward to working with the fantastic, talented students serving in the various Execs @durham-university.bsky.social @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

01.10.2025 17:43 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I think I know. I agree with the students!

01.10.2025 15:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

A college chaplain?

01.10.2025 15:22 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The chaplains are having great fun meeting new students at today’s Freshers’ Fair @durhamuniversity.bsky.social @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

01.10.2025 14:08 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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G’mar Chatima Tovah to Jewish students, staff and friends observing Yom Kippur. Otherwise known as the Day of Atonement, this annual commemoration begins at sunset today @durham-university.bsky.social @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

01.10.2025 11:12 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The chaplains are looking forward to welcoming new international students today @durham-university.bsky.social @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

26.09.2025 08:17 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Looking for a Place of Worship in Durham city centre? If so, take a look at our Google Map with College Chapels, Multifaith Spaces, Islamic Prayer Rooms and local Churches πŸ‘‰ google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1HVxGLpZDgahQWpQgD0ofgUnVsaQxbegl&ll=54.76887152090854%252C-1.5747617499999977&z=15

24.09.2025 10:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us for the launch of Dr Robert Bluck’s latest publication, β€˜The Unofficial Buddhist’ on Mon 27 October 3pm-4pm in the Oriental Museum. Copies of the book will be available to purchase - cash only. All welcome - no need to register @durham-university.bsky.social @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

22.09.2025 11:34 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Shana Tovah! Wishing Jewish students, colleagues and friends a happy Rosh Hashanah! @durham-university.bsky.social @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

22.09.2025 10:47 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Gavin with Sam, the President of the Student Representative Council

Gavin with Sam, the President of the Student Representative Council

Honour to be awarded honorary life membership of Student Rep. Council of Hild Bede College at final Formal of last academic year. Had a fantastic time supporting College during year between chaplains. The award is particularly special as it was made by student body @shaidmahmood.bsky.social

20.09.2025 14:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: the Revd Peter Kashouris is the Chaplain of St Mary’s College @durham-university.bsky.social

11.09.2025 06:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: the Revd Marie Edwards is the Chaplain of the College of St Hild & St Bede @durham-university.bsky.social

11.09.2025 06:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: the Revd Dr Sam Hole is the College Chaplain and Solway Fellow at University College (Castle) @durham-university.bsky.social

10.09.2025 06:31 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: Tom Hudson is our Friends International Chaplain @durham-university.bsky.social

10.09.2025 06:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Suicide prevention and support - Durham University

It was an honour to deliver an address at the Service of Reflection for those touched by suicide on Sun. 7 September in Durham Cathedral. It was a moving and poignant service in the lead up to World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September

09.09.2025 14:06 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: the Revd Dr Liz Kent is the Chaplain of St John’s College @durham-university.bsky.social

09.09.2025 06:28 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: Pandit Bal Krishan Gautam is our Hindu Chaplain @durham-university.bsky.social

09.09.2025 06:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: the Revd Fiona Hill is the Chaplain of the Hill Colleges serving Collingwood, Grey, Trevelyan and Van Mildert Colleges @durham-university.bsky.social

08.09.2025 07:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: Fr Andrew Downie is our Catholic Chaplain @durham-university.bsky.social

08.09.2025 07:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: Rabbi Aaron Lipsey is our Jewish Chaplain @durham-university.bsky.social

05.09.2025 07:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: the Revd Dr Julia Candy is the Chaplain of Hatfield College and St Cuthbert’s Society @durham-university.bsky.social

05.09.2025 07:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: Dr Robert Bluck is our Buddhist Chaplain @durham-university.bsky.social. Robert shares this role with Heather Monro

04.09.2025 07:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: we welcome Heather Monro, our NEW Buddhist Chaplain @durham-university.bsky.social. Heather shares this role with Dr Robert Bluck

04.09.2025 07:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: Dr Jed Stevenson is our Quaker Chaplain @durham-university.bsky.social. Jed shares this role with Dr Felicity Breet

03.09.2025 07:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: Canon Gavin Wort is the Lead Chaplain @durham-university.bsky.social

03.09.2025 07:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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People touched by suicide are invited to join a reflective service this Sun. 7 Sept. at 6pm in Durham Cathedral. It’s been organised with Durham County Council & Darlington Borough Council through their joint County Durham & Darlington Coroners Service, & partners, including Durham University

02.09.2025 11:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: Andrew Tinkler is the Chaplain of John Snow, Josephine Butler, South & Stephenson Colleges @durham-university.bsky.social

02.09.2025 08:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing the chaplains: Dr Mahshid Turner is our Muslim Chaplain @durham-university.bsky.social

02.09.2025 08:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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