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This Advent, Newcastle Cathedral once again welcomes people from across the Diocese and region to participate in a variety of services, concerts, and special events. Among these are annual gatherings hosted by local charities and community organisations.
These are open to everyone and aim to raise funds and awareness for vital causes.
The first of these special events is the Marie Curie Lights to Remember service, taking place on Sunday 8 December at 3pm. Newcastle Cathedral has been chosen from venues across the country to host this year’s filmed service, which will be shared nationwide via the Marie Curie website. This poignant event offers those affected by terminal illness or bereavement a chance to come together with hospice staff and dedicated supporters. During the service, attendees receive a paper memory lantern to personalise with a message, drawing, or the name of a loved one. These lanterns will be lit, creating a poignant collective tribute to friends and family who are living with terminal illness or who are no longer with us. Find out more.
On Wednesday 11 December at 7pm, the Crisis Skylight Newcastle Carol Service returns. In recent years, the Cathedral has deepened its commitment to supporting the street life community, actively offering sanctuary and support with established service providers. Homelessness charity Crisis works year-round to help people in Newcastle rebuild their lives beyond homelessness. This service will bring together supporters, campaigners and service users for an uplifting evening of carols. Find out more and reserve your FREE place.
On Thursday 12 December at 7pm, Christmas at the Cathedral will once again support the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, a charity dedicated to advancing cancer detection and treatment. This much-loved event is known for featuring surprise celebrity performances, with the lineup kept under wraps until the night. Find out more.
Throughout Advent, the Cathedral will remain open for regular services and provide a welcoming space for anyone seeking moments of peace amidst the busyness of the season.
As the weather grows colder, the Cathedral’s Lantern Initiative is helping people sleeping rough find shelter and connecting them with essential services. Read more about the Lantern Initiative’s work in this article by Laurie Crow.
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