Lent, Holy Week & Easter

The Sarum Cycle, a series of 13 painted meditations on Christ’s Passion by Nicholas Mynheer, will be on display at Portsmouth Cathedral throughout Lent and Easter.

Sometimes called Lady Day, the Annunciation celebrates Gabriel's announcement to Mary that she would be the mother of God's Son. Nine months before Christmas, this festival paves the way for Christmas and the amazing truth of the Incarnation.

A 5 week course exploring the season of Lent through the Nicholas Mynheer's Sarum Cycle, a series of 13 paintings picturing the passion of Christ.

Candlelit Compline is a short, peaceful service of Night Prayer held during Lent, offering a moment of stillness to end the day.

Using The Sarum Cycle of paintings and other of his artworks Nicholas Mynheer explores the last week in the life of Jesus Christ.

A 5 week course exploring the season of Lent through the Nicholas Mynheer's Sarum Cycle, a series of 13 paintings picturing the passion of Christ.

Candlelit Compline is a short, peaceful service of Night Prayer held during Lent, offering a moment of stillness to end the day.

A 5 week course exploring the season of Lent through the Nicholas Mynheer's Sarum Cycle, a series of 13 paintings picturing the passion of Christ.

Candlelit Compline is a short, peaceful service of Night Prayer held during Lent, offering a moment of stillness to end the day.

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming celebration of Palm Sunday at Portsmouth Cathedral!

Portsmouth Cathedral warmly invites you to join us for our Palm Sunday Eucharist, marking the beginning of Holy Week.

A reflective and interactive service exploring the events of Holy Week and Easter, especially suitable for older people and those living with dementia. Followed by tea and hot cross buns.

Join us during Holy Week for a special service featuring an address led by our Holy Week preacher, The Very Revd Jane Hedges, followed by the quiet and reflective service of Compline.

Join us during Holy Week for a special service featuring an address led by our Holy Week preacher, The Very Revd Jane Hedges, followed by the quiet and reflective service of Compline.

Join us during Holy Week for a special service featuring an address led by our Holy Week preacher, The Very Revd Jane Hedges, followed by the quiet and reflective service of Compline.

On Maundy Thursday, Bishop Jonathan gathers with clergy and lay ministers from across the Diocese for the Chrism Eucharist, marking the beginning of the most solemn and special three days in the Church's year.

The Maundy Thursday Eucharist of the Last Supper recalls the profound acts of love and humility that Jesus shared with his disciples on the night before his crucifixion.

After the Maundy Thursday Eucharist, all are welcome to join us for the Watch of Prayer in the St Thomas Chapel, where we will keep vigil in prayer and reflection until midnight.

Join us on a Good Friday journey for all ages as we travel around the Cathedral, tracing the journey of Jesus to the Cross and on to the promise of Easter.

Join us at Portsmouth Cathedral for The Three Hours on Good Friday, a time of deep reflection on the suffering and sacrifice of Christ. This solemn service, led by The Very Revd Jane Hedges, will be structured around meditations, prayer, silence, and music, guiding us through the final moments of Jesus' earthly life.

You will have the opportunity to sing in the magnificent surroundings of Portsmouth Cathedral for this annual devotional service of Stainer's 'The Crucifixion'. 

The Easter Eve Vigil is the first service of Easter, led by The Bishop, as we gather to celebrate the resurrection of Christ. This special service includes the lighting of the Paschal Candle, symbolising the triumph of light over darkness, and the renewal of baptismal vows.

A quiet and reflective service of Holy Communion following the Book of Common Prayer. This simple, said service includes prayers, scripture readings, and the opportunity to receive communion.

A special Easter Day service at #PompeySundays, our informal cafe-style service suitable for all ages. Followed by an Easter Egg hunt.

Our celebrations of the resurrection of Jesus, begun last night, continue with festal services today.

Our Easter Day services conclude with joyful music from the Cathedral Choir.