A group of our female bell ringers on the south lawn of the cathedral
On Sunday, the women of the cathedral band once again achieved another goal, successfully scoring a Quarter-Peal on all ten of our bells!
Work on our bell tower has begun. Details and ways you can support can be found here: Chime for Manchester - Manchester Cathedral share.google/Cgy3UKwEqmvh...
A gorgeous cathedral walk this morning, taking in some of the city centre blossom trail. Our next short walk will be Thursday 14th May, meeting at 10am at the cathedral
#bloomtown #blossomwatch #manchester
If you missed the lecture that our Cathedral Curate, Reverend Kenson Li, gave this morning about the liturgy of the Triduum, you can now catch up on our podcast. Available now!
open.spotify.com/episode/1re5...
Cathedral bells on a spring evening
#AChimeForManchester
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Crafts including an Easter flag with the words he is risen
A red table with paper crafts and colouring pens on it
A tablecloth with a wooden cross on it. The wooden cross has holes and there are some rolled up prayer hearts in some of the holes
A white table cover with scissors and craft items
What a brilliant morning we have had at Messy Easter! Lots of children attended and made some fantastic crafts. Some really thoughtful comments in circle time about what we were thankful for and who we wanted to say thank you to
Christ is Risen!
Last night, the Easter Vigil marked the beginning of our Easter celebrations. In a service led by Bishop Mark, we joyfully declared that Jesus had moved from death to life and, during the service, several people were baptised and confirmed
Many Easter blessings be upon you all
If you missed the lecture that our Cathedral Curate, Reverend Kenson Li, gave this morning about the liturgy of the Triduum, you can now catch up on our podcast. Available now!
open.spotify.com/episode/1re5...
This morning we handed out 100 gift bags to people on Market Street, and had some great conversations about this holy season. Along with a leaflet about Maundy Thursday, each bag contained:
A chocolate heart, a cross, a candle and a book about Christianity and prayer
#MaundyThursday
Today's meditation is based on Isaiah 42
Canon Grace writes:
Jesus patiently heals what is bruised in us and nurtures any light within us, however dimly it burns. In a world that cries out for justice, we cry out for mercy and healing
What is your prayer to this servant of light of justice today?
Reflecting on today's Gospel (Jn 12.1–11) the Venerable Karen Smeeton writes:
Mary pours out a generous, loving response to Jesus without calculation -and this flows out beyond. Her devotion fills the whole space.
How do I respond to Jesus, and what fragrance does my life leave in the places I go?
We are recruiting! We are looking for a Verger to join our team- more information in the link
manchestercathedral.org/about-us/vac...
An honour and a joy to be at Canterbury Cathedral for the installation of our well-beloved sister in Christ, Sarah Mullally, as the Archbishop of Canterbury.
📷: Tim Bishop | Neil Turner
Together we witnessed history
For nothing is impossible with God
#ArchbishopSarah #Archbishop #Canterbury
A prayer for the installation of the Archbishop of Canterbury. Almighty God, you call your Church in every age to proclaim the gospel of Christ: look with mercy upon your servant Sarah, and grant that, as deacon, she may care for those in need, as priest, sustain us with the ministry of word and sacrament, and as bishop, guard the faith and build up the body of Christ in holiness. Give her wisdom and kindness that as archbishop, she may promote unity, seek truth, and lead us in the way of righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Join us in prayer for the Archbishop of Canterbury on the day of her installation. 🙏
During Lent, we have led weekly bible studies reflecting on themes of salvation, trust, discernment and much more.
Bible studies will take a break now until after Easter, when Dr Anna Budhi-Thornton will lead part two of 'How to read the Bible'
Our new podcast episode is out! You can catch up with Dr Faith van Horne's excellent presentation on feminist theology though the link below
open.spotify.com/episode/3gZT...
Don't forget to tune into Radio 4 at 8.10am to hear Sunday Worship from Manchester Cathedral. Also available on BBC Sounds
BBC Radio 4 - Sunday Worship, A Journey Through Lent - Cleansed and made new share.google/AUallLMHO4GE...
You may have seen the BBC van outside the cathedral yesterday. We have been recording a special Sunday Worship which will air tomorrow at 08.10 on Radio 4. Tune in or catch up later on BBC Sounds
R4 - Sunday Worship, A Journey Through Lent - Cleansed and made new share.google/aQiP8fscLi7G...
In a few days time, history will be made
The 106th Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, will be installed at Canterbury Cathedral on 25 March. We will be livestreaming the service at Manchester Cathedral and all are welcome to join us
Doors open at 2.30pm, with the service starting at 3pm
We are delighted to be welcoming Archbishop Stephen to our diocese today on the latest leg of his Lord’s Prayer Tour. Join us this evening for the Lord’s Prayer Event at Manchester Cathedral. Doors open at 6.45pm for a 7.15pm start.
Today I am in @manchester.anglican.org, as part of my Lord’s Prayer Tour across the North of England. I look forward to visiting schools and churches across the diocese, culminating at @mancathedral.bsky.social for an evening of exploring The Lord’s Prayer. Starting at 7.15pm, all are welcome.
You are invited to join Archbishop Stephen Cottrell at Manchester Cathedral, as he shares the meaning of the Lord's Prayer in today's world.
Date: Thursday, 19th March
Time: Doors at 6:45pm for a 7:15pm start
Everyone is welcome - book your place here👇
tinyurl.com/3zda7ueh
Please join in praise and thanksgiving for all those at Manchester Cathedral today as they gather in celebration of the 150th anniversary of Mothers’ Union in the York Province today.
The bells at Manchester Cathedral will always hold a special place in both my husband's and my heart. We got married in July and it was one of the happiest days of our lives. There were so many special moments throughout the day, but the crowd that the church bells drew in outside the Cathedral created such an incredible atmosphere for both us and our guests. As the bride, I remember getting closer to the Cathedral and hearing the bells for the first time on our wedding day, I had such a flutter of excitement and couldn't believe how many had gathered outside! When we were officially married, the bells rang again and there was so much happiness and love from our families and guests as confetti was thrown. We're both so privileged to go back to that special day with every Sunday we attend church and hear the bells ring!!
The work on our bell tower will be starting soon. As our bell stories show, the cathedral bells hold a significant place in the lives and stories for many people
If you would like to learn more and donate, click on the link: Chime for Manchester - Manchester Cathedral share.google/TuMBbElxvOVZ...
Manchester Cathedral invites all to come and journey with us this Holy Week
In addition to our daily worship, there will be a programme of daily meditation and a lecture about Holy Week worship
Deepen your experience of Holy Week through the additional events denoted with an asterisk
We were delighted today to welcome a group of international students who have recently started studying in Manchester
Photo from behind the audience for the talk in the cathedral library
Dr Faith van Horne is sitting to the left of the photograph in a red cardigan pictured in mid speech. Canon Grace is sitting to the right of Dr Faith
Last night Dr Faith van Horne shared insights into Feminist Theology, power and faith. It was a fascinating presentation, followed by a great conversation
The recording of Faith's talk will be uploaded to our podcast soon
Hands of two children putting the finishing touches to their crafts. The crafts represent the well
A large table with children and parents sitting around it making crafts
Two children sitting at the table with crafts
Today the children in our Sunday school talked about the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman, at Jacob's well.
We are very grateful to our volunteers who plan and lead these sessions
Tom Branfoot, writer in residence, standing at a lectern with the flame window behind him
Kathryn standing at a lectern with the flame window behind her
Cathy, our research and editorial officer behind a white table on which are archive materials
People standing looking at blue display boards with information on,
Thank you to all who came to our Shakers, Rule Breakers and History Makers event today. We shared stories, looked at archive materials & artwork within the cathedral
On Monday, 7pm, all are welcome to our 2nd #IWD event. Dr Faith van Horne will lead a conversation in aspects of feminist theology
These events are happening very soon!
The new Hollywood film 'The Testament of Ann Lee', shows she began her life in Manchester. Come along Saturday afternoon to see her baptism and marriage records in our archives
If you are interested in Feminist Theology, Monday's conversation is for you!
#IWD
