WELCOME TO THE PARISH OF ST ANTHONY OF PADUA AND ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI
The Parish of St Anthony of Padua and St Francis of Assisi is a welcoming and friendly community serving the people of Walker, in the East End of Newcastle upon Tyne for over 160 years.
The Parish is part of the Jesmond St Mary Partnership of Catholic Parishes, together with St Aidan’s, St Mary’s, Holy Name, Our Lady and St Vincent, St Lawrence’s and St Teresa’s.
The Parish of St Anthony of Padua and St Francis of Assisi is part of the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle, led by Bishop Stephen Wright.
Our Parish Priest, Father Jonathon Bowes has been with us since October 2023. Fr Jonathon is also Parish Priest of St Lawrence’s and St Teresa’s. To find out what more information on these parishes please Click Here.