University Catholic Chaplaincy Newcastle

Chaplains

Fr Luke Wilikinson

I was ordained in 2021 and have served parishes in Hexham, Penshaw and Washington before being assigned to Newcastle City Centre and the Chaplaincies for the Universities of Newcastle and Northumbria. I’ve given talks within and beyond the diocese on various subjects, including Confession, St Joseph, and the Catholic Spirituality of Lord of the Rings. Alongside this I also work to promote adult catechesis and Scripture study throughout the diocese. I look forward to seeing you at the chaplaincy!

Fr Luke Wilkinson: luke.wilkinsondiocesehn.org.uk - 7943 977841

Mia Fox

On meeting me you will realise I am not originally from the lovely north-east of England. I come from Ilford in North East London and am the youngest of four from Jewish / Italian parents and was brought up a Catholic with a rich heritage behind me. I worked for 14 years as a Civil Servant, after which I was a member of a Religious Congregation of Sisters for 7 years with ministries in Zambia, El Salvador and different parts of England. In 2005 I took on the position of Lay University Chaplain here in Newcastle.

I hold a BSc in Political and Social Science, and an MA in Theology and Ministry from Durham University. I completed the Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies many years back and am trained in Spiritual Accompaniment (spiritual direction). I love exploring the Scriptures and enjoy running the regular Wednesday group.

My other passions are cinema, theatre and, unashamedly, all things The Archers! For my sins I follow the highs and (mainly) lows of West Ham United FC. I consider myself very much a pastoral chaplain and hope you will find me friendly and approachable. Please know that you can talk to me in confidence about anything that's on your mind, whether personal, emotional or spiritual, with no judgement... I am here for you!

Mia Fox: mia.foxdiocesehn.org.uk - 7713 259173