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On the fourth Monday of every month, local members of the Third Order of the Society of St Francis pray silently for peace in the Chapel of the Ascension. They then participate in the 12:30pm Eucharist and invite all who are there to have lunch together afterwards at Café 16 in the Cathedral refectory. Everyone... Read more »
Join us to celebrate the Festival of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple (Candlemas), with beautiful music from the Cathedral Choir. The feast of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple, or Candlemas, is the final feast day in the season of Epiphany. This feast lands on 2 February, falling exactly 40 days after... Read more »
2026 is a landmark anniversary year for Mothers’ Union, the global Christian movement that has supported families and strengthened communities in the UK and around the world for 150 years. With four million members across 84 countries, Mothers’ Union serves people of all faiths and backgrounds through practical action, prayer, and advocacy. The Diocese of... Read more »
All are welcome to attend our short lunchtime Eucharist on Ash Wednesday. As part of the service, you are invited to receive the sign of the cross in ashes on your forehead, a powerful symbol of humility and renewal. Click here for our weekly Services & Music schedule. All services are FREE to attend, with... Read more »
Join us for a special service to begin the season of Lent – an opportunity for reflection and repentance, and to prepare our hearts for the coming of Easter. As part of the service, you are invited to receive the sign of the cross in ashes on your forehead, a powerful symbol of humility and... Read more »
On the fourth Monday of every month, local members of the Third Order of the Society of St Francis pray silently for peace in the Chapel of the Ascension. They then participate in the 12:30pm Eucharist and invite all who are there to have lunch together afterwards at Café 16 in the Cathedral refectory. Everyone... Read more »
2026 is a landmark anniversary year for Mothers’ Union, the global Christian movement that has supported families and strengthened communities in the UK and around the world for 150 years. With four million members across 84 countries, Mothers’ Union serves people of all faiths and backgrounds through practical action, prayer, and advocacy. The Diocese of... Read more »
Join us for a joyful and inclusive celebration this Mothering Sunday, bringing together worshippers and choir members of all ages. Traditionally, people would visit their home, or ‘mother’, churches on this day. Today, it serves as a wonderful reminder that we can all care for and support one another. This service will include singing from... Read more »
On the fourth Monday of every month, local members of the Third Order of the Society of St Francis pray silently for peace in the Chapel of the Ascension. They then participate in the 12:30pm Eucharist and invite all who are there to have lunch together afterwards at Café 16 in the Cathedral refectory. Everyone... Read more »
Join us for a service of Choral Eucharist as we celebrate the Feast of the Annunciation, commemorating the visit to the Virgin Mary by the angel Gabriel, who announced the miraculous conception of Jesus Christ. This service will also be live-streamed via our YouTube channel. Click here for our weekly Services & Music schedule. All... Read more »
Palm Sunday marks the start of Holy Week. Come and remember how the crowds welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem, shouting ‘Hosanna!’ and laying palm branches at his feet. This year, we will begin with the Liturgy of the Palms in St Nicholas Square. Please arrive in good time to collect a Palm Cross and join us... Read more »
Join us for the ancient office of Compline during Holy Week on Monday 30 and Tuesday 31 March and Wednesday 1 April – a service of quietness and reflection before rest at the end of the day. Music from the Cathedral Choir will help create a calm atmosphere. These services will be live-streamed via our... Read more »
Join us for the ancient office of Compline during Holy Week on Monday 30 and Tuesday 31 March and Wednesday 1 April – a service of quietness and reflection before rest at the end of the day. Music from the Cathedral Choir will help create a calm atmosphere. These services will be live-streamed via our... Read more »
Join us for the ancient office of Compline during Holy Week on Monday 30 and Tuesday 31 March and Wednesday 1 April – a service of quietness and reflection before rest at the end of the day. Music from the Cathedral Choir will help create a calm atmosphere. These services will be live-streamed via our... Read more »
Come join the clergy and lay ministers of Newcastle Diocese as they renew their commitment to serve. Special oils for baptism, confirmation and healing will be blessed for use in churches and parishes in the year ahead, and the Cathedral Choir will fill the space with wonderful music. Please note: This service will not be... Read more »
2026 is a landmark anniversary year for Mothers’ Union, the global Christian movement that has supported families and strengthened communities in the UK and around the world for 150 years. With four million members across 84 countries, Mothers’ Union serves people of all faiths and backgrounds through practical action, prayer, and advocacy. The Diocese of... Read more »
On Maundy Thursday, we remember the final meal Jesus shared with his disciples before his arrest. This is a time to reflect on love, service and sacrifice as we prepare our hearts for the solemnity of Good Friday and the hope of the Resurrection. As part of the service, there will be the opportunity to participate... Read more »
Good Friday is the day we remember Jesus’ crucifixion. Join us for a solemn service reflecting on his sacrifice and the meaning of the Cross. The Cathedral Choir will sing music that helps us think deeply about this important day. This service will also be live-streamed via our YouTube channel. Click here for our weekly... Read more »
The Easter Vigil is the first service of Easter, held on the evening of Holy Saturday (the day before Easter Day). It begins with the lighting of the New Fire, a symbolic expectant waiting for the resurrection of Jesus on Easter morning. The large Easter candle is lit from the fire and brought into a... Read more »
Celebrate the joy of Easter morning with us! Jesus is risen, and we’ll sing, pray and give thanks with the Cathedral Choir in a service full of happiness and hope. This service will also be live-streamed via our YouTube channel. Click here for our weekly Services & Music schedule. All services are FREE to attend,... Read more »
