Recent Sermons
Here you will find the texts of recent sermons preached in the Cathedral. These reflect on the Scripture readings set for the day to explore issues of Christian faith and life, often in the context of current events.
Evensong
The Rev Canon Neil Patterson
Sunday 20 July
Old Testament – Joseph interprets Pharaoh’s Dream
New Testament – St Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians
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Here with You
The Rev Canon Neil Patterson
Trinity Sunday
Sunday 15 June
Proverbs 8.1-4, 22-31. Romans 5.1-5, John 16.12-15
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Healing and Reconciliation for the Gerasenes
The Very Revd Dr Mandy Ford
Sunday 22 June
Sermon for Pentecost
The Very Revd Dr Mandy Ford
Sunday 8 June
The Dean reflects on the presence of the Holy Spirit (from the BCP services for the Day of Pentecost)
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Sermon for Ascension Day
The Very Revd Dr Mandy Ford
The Dean considers the mystery of Christ’s presence with us throughout time, both wounded and glorified.
Thursday 29 May
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Terrified and Amazed by the Appearance of an Angel
The Very Revd Dr Mandy Ford
Evensong
Sunday 18 May
Daniel 6:1-23, Mark 15:46-16.8
The Dean considered the terrifying and amazing truth of the resurrection.
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