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New interim team rector for Newport and Carisbrooke

Bishop Jonathan has appointed an experienced priest to be interim team rector of Newport and Carisbrooke with Gatcombe.

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Revision of Electoral Roll

As the Cathedral reviews our governance and operations in preparation for our registration as a charity under the new Cathedrals Measure, Chapter, following professional advice, we have taken the decision to place lay safeguarding responsibility under the care of Liz Hastings, the Cathedral’s designated professional safeguarding lead. 

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More dates announced for Yoga led by Kat Waters

More dates have been released for a unique yoga experience in the beautiful and peaceful setting of Portsmouth Cathedral. Led by experienced yoga instructor Kat Waters, these classes will help you to improve your flexibility, strength, and balance, while also providing a much-needed opportunity to relax and de-stress.

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Review of Cathedral Safeguarding Provision

As the Cathedral reviews our governance and operations in preparation for our registration as a charity under the new Cathedrals Measure, Chapter, following professional advice, we have taken the decision to place lay safeguarding responsibility under the care of Liz Hastings, the Cathedral’s designated professional safeguarding lead. 

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Daily Prayers for the Coronation for King Charles III

A beautiful little booklet of prayers has been published for the four weeks leading up to the Coronation, from Easter Day, until Saturday 6 May 2023.

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Our Cathedral will be open for longer!

Portsmouth Cathedral is pleased to announce new extended opening times, starting from Saturday 1st April 2023. The Cathedral will be open from 9:00am to 6:30pm on Mondays to Fridays, 9:00am to 4:00pm on Saturdays, and 8:00am to 6:30pm on Sundays.

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Bishops Lent Appeal 2023

This year, donations to Bishop Jonathan’s Lent Appeal will be split between the work of USPG and the Disasters Emergency Committee’s appeal to help those affected by the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.

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Candlelit Vigil at Portsmouth Cathedral to Mourn the Tragic Death of Brianna Ghey

The community is invited to gather at Portsmouth Cathedral this evening, Thursday, 16 February, from 7:30pm-8:30pm to mourn the tragic loss of Brianna Ghey, who was killed on Saturday. The candlelit vigil will be held in the Cathedral located in Old Portsmouth.

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Lent books, reading and reflections

Confirmation classes will be held this Lent on Sundays at 3-4 pm in the Bishop Kenneth Room, from 26 February - 2 April inclusive. This will be a mixed class for adults and young people.

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Lent 2023: Confirmation Classes

Confirmation classes will be held this Lent on Sundays at 3-4 pm in the Bishop Kenneth Room, from 26 February - 2 April inclusive. This will be a mixed class for adults and young people.

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Portsmouth Cathedral Choir Tour to Sweden

Portsmouth Cathedral Choir has a long and fascinating tradition of touring in Europe. Our trip to Sweden this weekend is our 30 tour, after a cancelled trip to Poland in 2020 due to the pandemic!

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Lent Sermon Series: Now is the Healing Time

A sermon series on healing and hope will be preached on Sundays in Lent, at our 5:45pm Choral Evensong services. Our Assistant (PtO) Clergy will offer their wisdom and insight on Lenten themes of Healing, as part of the series ‘Now is the Healing Time’.

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Lent Course 2023: Christ and the Chocolaterie

Come and enjoy our Lent course, written by Hilary Brand and based on the film 'Chocolat', exploring big issues about God, the world, and what it means to be human.

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Solent Symphony Orchestra Brings Spring to Life with Classical Music Extravaganza

Portsmouth Cathedral has begun the planning to implement the Cathedrals Measure (2021) at the end of 2023.  This brings cathedrals under Charity Commission regulation and strengthens governance and operational frameworks.  

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Cathedral Measure - Nominations Committee

Portsmouth Cathedral has begun the planning to implement the Cathedrals Measure (2021) at the end of 2023.  This brings cathedrals under Charity Commission regulation and strengthens governance and operational frameworks.  

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National Storytelling Week at Portsmouth Cathedral

Bring the whole family and discover hidden figures as you explore the beautiful Portsmouth Cathedral through a fun and interactive LEGO®-themed trail. The trail is open from 12pm to 3pm and is completely free to participate.

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Trail and hands-on activities celebrate the humble LEGO® brick!

Bring the whole family and discover hidden figures as you explore the beautiful Portsmouth Cathedral through a fun and interactive LEGO®-themed trail. The trail is open from 12pm to 3pm and is completely free to participate.

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Volunteer thank you coffee, tea and chat!

Please join us for a thank you to all those who helped at the Christmas Fair, Coffee,Tea, biscuits and a chat on Wednesday 25 January at 12:15pm in Beckett Hall.

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Azariah France-Williams in conversation with the Dean at Portsmouth Cathedral

Portsmouth Cathedral is excited to announce that Azariah France-Williams, author of 'Ghost Ship: Institutional Racism and the Church of England', will be joining the Dean of Portsmouth for an ‘in-conversation’ event at the Cathedral.

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Yoga back at Portsmouth Cathedral.

Portsmouth Cathedral is excited to announce the return of yoga sessions led by Kat Waters throughout 2023. Following the overwhelmingly positive response to the "Yoga in the Wild Cathedral" in Summer 2022, these classes will offer the opportunity for participants to enjoy the benefits of yoga in a beautiful and peaceful setting.

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