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Journey through Lent and Easter at your Cathedral
From moments of profound reflection to the vibrant joy of Easter, join us as we retell God’s story of love, sacrifice, and salvation. Experience atmospheric services, meaningful talks from guest speakers, and beautiful music from the Cathedral Choir.
Holy Week & Easter Services
Palm Sunday
Sunday 13 April
Eucharist and Procession of Palms 10.00am
A procession Eucharist and Procession of Palms around College Green, to commemorate Our Lord’s entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, led by a donkey! The service continues inside the Cathedral with a dramatised reading of the Passion Gospel and Eucharist.
Palm Sunday
Sunday 13 April
Witnesses on the Way to the Cross
3.30pm
A creative service of poetry, reflection and music which invites us to see Jesus through the eyes of those who knew him.
Complines
14, 15 & 16 April 6.00pm
A peaceful and contemplative service to end the day, Compline offers a time of stillness and reflection. Led by The Revd Canon Neil Patterson, these services will feature addresses inspired by the works of Rachel Mann, enriched by carefully chosen music.
Maundy Thursday
7.30pm followed by the Watch until midnight
All are welcome to this Choral Eucharist, which recalls Jesus’ final night with his disciples and arrest in the garden of Gethsemane. The service will include the symbolic ritual of foot washing and stripping of the altars.
Good Friday
Friday 18 April
Meditations at the Cross 12.00pm
Liturgy of the Lord’s Death 1.30pm
A time of reflection from noon to 3 pm, marking the hours of Jesus’ crucifixion. Bishop Paul Bayes will explore the theme of Wood Work, tracing the role of wood in Christ’s journey from manger to cross. The service includes addresses, music, and silence for prayer. Stay for all or part of the devotion.
Good Friday
Friday 18 April
Meditations for Good Friday at The Lord Mayor’s Chapel 11.00am
A short and simple service of music and intercessions reflecting on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, sing by The Lord Mayor’s Chapel Choir.
Easter Eve
Saturday 19 April
Liturgy of the Lord’s Resurrection 8.00pm
Join us for the Easter Vigil, lighting of the Easter fire, baptisms, confirmations and the first Eucharist of Easter as we celebrate The Resurrection of Our Lord
Easter Day
Sunday 20 April
Festival Eucharist 10.00am
Festival Eucharist of The Resurrection of Our Lord. Sung by the Cathedral Choir.
Festal Evensong and Procession 3.30pm
Easter Day concludes with this joyful Festal Evensong sung by the Great Choir: the assembled Cathedral and Consort Choirs.
Crafty Cathedral
Wednesday 16 April
10.00am – 12.00pm
Join us for a morning of craft activities and interactive story telling as we explore some of the stories of Holy Week and Easter.
There is no charge or booking required but we are grateful for any donations you are able to make.
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Easter Story Trail
Open until Sunday 27 April
This Easter, embark on a captivating journey around the Cathedral with our Easter Story Trail.
Set within the alcoves around the nave, each stop on the trail unveils a key moment from the Easter narrative; brought to life with vibrant displays and thoughtful reflections.
This interactive trail offers a chance to explore the meaning of Easter in a creative and immersive way.
There’s no charge and no booking required.
Open and accessible to everyone during visiting hours.
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