As I reflect on my first month as the new Head of Fundraising for Portsmouth Cathedral, the journey has been nothing short of inspiring and transformative. Transitioning from a national children's charity to the heart of Portsmouth's spiritual and historical hub has been an invigorating experience, marked by exciting challenges and promising opportunities.
Read MoreAre you an artist, photographer, or creative maker looking for a unique platform to showcase your talents and connect with a discerning audience?
Read MoreAnna Chaplaincy – a ministry of the Christian charity BRF – has been established specifically to provide care for older people, especially those living in care homes and sheltered accommodation, and to their families and the staff that look after them.
Read MoreOn Thursday, the Cathedral was delighted to welcome the Reverend Canon Flora Winfield, the Church of England's Third Estates Commissioner and Julian Atkin, the Church's Net Zero Programme Director, to learn more about how we and the wider City of Portsmouth have been working to reduce our collective carbon footprint.
Read MoreSix talks to get you thinking, and maybe singing… Cheer up those winter nights with six talks that explore the relationship between music and our relationship with God. Starting on January 15 and running for the following 5 Monday evenings, from 7pm–8pm.
Read MoreCome along to our free Half Term Family Activity days in February Half Term.
Read MorePortsmouth Cathedral proudly announces its achievement of the Eco Church Silver award, a significant milestone in its unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability.
Read MoreAs we approach the festive season, more will be happening in the Cathedral, therefore it is necessary to make some changes in the opening times at Portsmouth Cathedral.
Read MoreOn Wednesday evening, Chapter agreed the 2024 budget. Spending was set at £1.24million with a projected deficit of £129,000, but that figure includes an effective £45,000 contingency to enable the Cathedral to respond effectively during these inflationary times – so a deficit, without the contingency, of £84,000.
Read MoreOn Monday 12 December our Parish Lunch Club will be treated to an extra special Christmas meal at the final Lunch Club for 2023.
Read MoreOn Sunday 19 November, the Church of England marks Safeguarding Sunday.
Read MoreOn Sunday, the 15 of October, our Anna Chaplain Rosemary Fairfax and I had the pleasure of attending an Anna Chaplaincy networking event followed by choral Evensong at Saint Peter’s Church, Petersfield and graced by the visit of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby.
Read MoreVolunteers are at the heart of everything we do at Portsmouth Cathedral, from welcoming visitors to arranging flowers. We’re always pleased to welcome new people to the volunteering teams and we currently have new opportunities in several areas.
Read MoreOver this past week, the Cathedral has hosted the annual conference of the Chief Operating Officers (COO) and Chief Financial Officers (CFO) who help to lead and conserve the Nation's forty two English Cathedrals.
Read MoreLunch Club starts again on Monday 11 September at midday with food to delight. On the menu: salmon fillet or ham with a white wine & parsley sauce, vegetables & new potatoes, followed by a sumptuous dessert ~ all for just £5!
Read MoreTired of ever increasing energy bills? Worried about the impact burning unnecessary fuels is having on the environment? Well here is the opportunity, during Sustainability September, to take a practical look at our own energy use and finds ways to decrease our impact on the climate (and our energy bills).
Read MorePortsmouth Cathedral is reviewing its Constitution and Statues as it prepares to come under the jurisdiction of the Charity Commission in addition to the Cathedrals Commissioners.
Read MoreThe Cathedral is delighted to be hosting the annual CAFA Conference, the conference of over 100 delegates will take place in the Nave and to accommodate this there will be changes to our opening hours from 12–14 September.
Read MoreAre you ready for the most wonderful time of the year? After the resounding success of our Makers Market in May, we are thrilled to announce that Portsmouth Cathedral is bringing back the festive cheer with our Christmas Gift Market on Friday, 24 November and Saturday, 25 November.
Read MoreIn heating the Cathedral, we work to ensure a comfortable environment for worshipper and visitor alike whilst making every effort to reduce our carbon emissions and heating bills. All are important aspects of our work and witness.
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