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July 22, 2021

Faith, Hope & Love

July 22, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Faith, Hope & Love

‘Faith, Hope & Love’ will focus on the Cathedral’s diverse history, architecture, community and collections. Running through August.

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July 22, 2021

Guided Tours of Rochester Cathedral

July 22, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Guided Tours of Rochester Cathedral

Explore England’s second oldest cathedral with one of our experienced guides. 1400 years of fascinating history in 90 minutes.

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July 22, 2021

Family activities at Rochester Cathedral this summer

July 22, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Family activities at Rochester Cathedral this summer

Fun for the family this summer at Rochester Cathedral .

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June 21, 2021

Spire to turn green for St John's Ambulance Day

June 21, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Spire to turn green for St John's Ambulance Day

The Rochester Cathedral Spire will turn green for St John’s Ambulance day on Thursday 24th June.

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June 21, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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June 04, 2021

The Rochester Photography Awards

June 04, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
The Rochester Photography Awards

Enter the Rochester Photography Awards

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June 04, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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June 03, 2021

Cathedral cycle relay taking place

June 03, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Cathedral cycle relay taking place

A cycle relay linking all 42 English Cathedrals is currently underway.

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June 03, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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June 03, 2021

Grant awarded from the Cathedral Music Fund

June 03, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Grant awarded from the Cathedral Music Fund

Rochester Cathedral awarded revenue grant from the Cathedral Music Fund.

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June 03, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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June 03, 2021

Fundraising campaign begins to restore historic monument in Rochester→

June 03, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Fundraising campaign begins to restore historic monument in Rochester

The Bishop’s Gate next to Rochester Cathedral desperately needs restorations with fundraisers hoping to make £50,000. A news report from KMTV [External Link].

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May 28, 2021

Help us find a new Bishop

May 28, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Help us find a new Bishop

With our current Bishop, the Rt Rev James Langstaff, retiring in July 2021, the search to find the next Bishop of Rochester has begun. The Diocese wants to know what matters to you, your church, and your local area, as this will help identify the qualities needed in the next Bishop and the issues and concerns that should be their top priority.

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May 28, 2021

InSPIREing→

May 28, 2021/ Jacob Scott
InSPIREing

Photos, videos and drone footage of the Rochester Cathedral spire. It was fitted with full-colour LED lighting in early 2020 to acknowledge, commemorate and celebrate national and international events and causes throughout the year.

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May 24, 2021

Rochester Cathedral Trust raise £15,000 for restoration work through art auction

May 24, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Rochester Cathedral Trust raise £15,000 for restoration work through art auction

Rochester Cathedral Trust have raised £15,000 through an online art auction.

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May 24, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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May 24, 2021

Prayer→

May 24, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Prayer

Christians have prayed here at Rochester Cathedral since 604AD. If you would like your prayers to join with the Cathedral prayer team and to pray for a specific need for you, please leave your prayer request here and be assured of our joining with you in prayer.

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May 24, 2021

Ribbons for remembrance: A message from the Dean

May 24, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Ribbons for remembrance: A message from the Dean

A message from Dean Hesketh on the legacy of the ribbons at Rochester Cathedral.

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May 17, 2021

Statement on the Eruption of Violence throughout the Holy Land from Archbishop Hosam Naoum

May 17, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Statement on the Eruption of Violence throughout the Holy Land from Archbishop Hosam Naoum

A statement on the Eruption of Violence throughout the Holy Land from The Most Reverend Hosam E. Naoum Anglican Archbishop in Jerusalem. Archbishop Naoum is an honorary Canon of Rochester Cathedral and spent time here before being appointed to Dean of Jerusalem.

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May 14, 2021

Kent Corona Quilt

May 14, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Kent Corona Quilt

Rochester Cathedral will display a locally made quilt commemorating those who have lost family or friends to Coronavirus. On display in the Cathedral from the 17th May.

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May 14, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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May 13, 2021

Thy Kingdom Come 2021→

May 13, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Thy Kingdom Come 2021

In recent years Ascension Day (May 13) has also marked the beginning of a ten day period of focussed prayer and reflection in anticipation of Pentecost: the renewing of the sending of God’s Spirit to refresh and inspire Christians in their faith and work.


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May 10, 2021

Exploring Holy Communion

May 10, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Exploring Holy Communion

For children aged 7 and over, explore Holy Communion on our special course

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May 10, 2021

Rochester Cathedral Trust organise online auction to save Bishop's Gate

May 10, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Rochester Cathedral Trust organise online auction to save Bishop's Gate

Rochester Cathedral Trust organise an online auction of works by Kent and English artists. The auction will raise funds to restore and save Bishop’s Gate.

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May 10, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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May 06, 2021

Cathedral cycling route launched

May 06, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Cathedral cycling route launched

A new cycling route is being launched which links all 42 English Cathedrals. The route is nearly 2000 miles long but can be done in shorter stages.

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May 06, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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May 06, 2021

Chorister Vacancies

May 06, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Chorister Vacancies

We are now recruiting for Choristers to join the Cathedral Choir. Applications are open to Boys and Girls currently in Year 3, (although applications from those in current Year 6/7 are also welcome).

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May 06, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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