University Chaplaincy
Ampleforth Abbey
Retreat

Join us as we visit the beautiful Ampleforth Abbey from 7th - 9th July.
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Welcome to Sunderland!

The Chaplaincy is a student support network
and a community of people from all over the world
who come together to explore and celebrate their Catholic faith
and support eachother.

The Student Chaplaincy is located in Our Lady of Mercy Parish.
You're very welcome to join any of our parish events
or any of the special students events we host every week.
weekly events - click to find out more
It is good for us to be here!

Matthew 17:4
Our CHaplains
- Student or staff, whether Catholic or not, we are we here to help you in your journey. Fr Christopher and Rebecca, our friendly chaplains are always ready and willing to listen and talk with you and help you access the support you need.
- Fr Christopher Hancock MHM
  
  Parish Priest & University Chaplain
  
  (0191) 567 5354
  christopher.hancockdiocesehn.org.uk
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  Rebecca Leighton
  
  Lay Chaplain
  
  rebeccasunderlandcatholic.com
The Upper Room

The Upper Room is your student lounge, perfectly located between St Peter's Campus and the city centre. It's a place to relax, socialise, cook food and study.

Take a break from your busy university schedule and life in general, make some toast, watch TV, or catch up with some work. We've got comfy sofas, free tea and coffee and free WIFI.

The Upper Room is located above the Parish Centre, next to St Mary's Church. Come to the top of the stairs, press the intercom and our Lay Chaplain Rebecca will let you in.

Our usual opening times are:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9am - 4pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 11am - 7pm