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Woman Composer Sunday

This Sunday is designated nationally as Woman Composer Sunday, with music across both morning and evening services celebrating some fantastic composers!

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It’s Spring and the Crocuses are out but remember its only 281 sleeps until….

It’s only 281 sleeps until the Christmas Fair! Let’s make it the best fair with some serious forward planning. You may think me mad but some stalls like Jam and Preserves rely on your creative skills throughout the year.

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Our Cathedral Choristers in Denmark

Our Boy Choristers, Choral Scholars and Lay Clerks are just back from a brilliant tour to sing in Denmark. Two of our newest choristers, Theo and Thomas tell us what it was like to experience their first cathedral choir tour.

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A fun filled Cathedral at our Half Term Family Activities

On Saturday 2nd March there will be an opportunity to participate in one of the Bookfest activites at the Cathedral. A Creative Writing Workshop exploring the ups and downs of writing mystery and thriller stories in unusual locations. Led by Jackie Green and Christine Lawrence.

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Creative Conundrums at the Cathedral - Bookfest Event

On Saturday 2nd March there will be an opportunity to participate in one of the Bookfest activites at the Cathedral. A Creative Writing Workshop exploring the ups and downs of writing mystery and thriller stories in unusual locations. Led by Jackie Green and Christine Lawrence.

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Embracing New Horizons as Head of Fundraising at Portsmouth Cathedral

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.

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Half Term Family Activities: Build a Cathedral!

Come along to our free Half Term Family Activity days in February Half Term.

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Midnight Mass at Portsmouth Cathedral: Your Essential Guide for attending.

Midnight Mass at Portsmouth Cathedral is just around the corner, and we want to ensure your experience is seamless and memorable. Here are some essential tips for attending the service at the Cathedral, which will also be broadcast live on BBC One and on iPlayer.

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This weekend at the Cathedral - Christmas Fair, Carols on the Green, Christingle!

As Christmas approaches, Portsmouth Cathedral is gearing up for a weekend filled with festive events and services that promise to bring joy and warmth to all. From the much-loved annual Christmas Fair to Carols on the Green, and a special #PompeySundays Christingle service.

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Safeguarding Sunday – 19 November 2023

On Sunday 19 November, the Church of England marks Safeguarding Sunday.

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Meet the organisers of our 2023 Advent Course: Preparing for the revolution!

Anne Wright, Carole King and the Revd Catherine Edenborough invite you to explore the idea of Advent as preparing for the revolution by looking at the song of Mary and other poetry in a variety of ways.

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Get Involved with our Christmas Fair!

Would you like to help our festive day of fun at the Christmas Fair run smoothly? We need volunteers to help with setup on Friday 8 December and to run a variety of stalls on Saturday 9 December. But there are lots of other ways you can help in this crucial fundraising event…

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Join our volunteer team

Volunteers 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.

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A CAFA thank you!

Over 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.

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Christmas Fair Donation - Whats your favourite jam?

We’ve been delighted to hear from some of you this week how your jam, jelly, pickle & chutney making is going… but more donations of jars are still needed.

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Sustainability September: Home Energy Audit

Tired 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).

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Donation for Christmas - just around the corner!

Whilst you are out and about or at home sorting a few things please keep the Christmas Fair in mind...

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Portsmouth Cathedral welcomes funding boost from the Cathedral Music Trust

Nearly £450,000 has been distributed nationally to enable choirs to expand their work with musicians and young people.

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What is the significance of the lamb in the window?

Can you see the Lamb on the left-hand side if this window? Can you see the flag he is carrying? The Lamb and flag has been used as an Easter image for many centuries.

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What can be seen in the East Window?

At the centre of the East window is a picture of Jesus risen from the dead above a smaller picture of Jesus on the cross. In between an angel holds a banner with the words 'Behold I am alive for evermore'.

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