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July 05, 2020

Sunday Reflection by The Very Reverend Dean Philip Hesketh

July 05, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Sunday Reflection by The Very Reverend Dean Philip Hesketh

This morning our Sunday reflection is delivered by The Very Revd Philip Hesketh, Dean of Rochester, here and on Facebook at 9.30am

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July 01, 2020

Cross of Light

July 01, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Cross of Light

Dean Philip Hesketh lights candles in memory of those who have died with Covid-19 during the past 3 months.

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June 30, 2020

The reopening of our Cathedral

June 30, 2020/ Lesley Olley
The reopening of our Cathedral

After 3 months lockdown, we are delighted to announce that the Cathedral reopened its doors today for private prayer and to light a candle.

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June 28, 2020

Choral Evensong: The first evensong of Peter and Paul, Apostles

June 28, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Choral Evensong: The first evensong of Peter and Paul, Apostles

The first Evensong of Peter and Paul, Apostles Led by our Canon Precentor, Matthew Rushton. Watch here or live on our Facebook page

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June 28, 2020

Sunday Reflection by The Reverend Canon Ralph Godsall

June 28, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Sunday Reflection by The Reverend Canon Ralph Godsall

This morning our Sunday reflection is delivered by The Revd Canon Ralph Godsall here and on Facebook at 9.30am

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June 21, 2020

Choral Evensong for the second Sunday after Trinity

June 21, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Choral Evensong for the second Sunday after Trinity

Evensong for the second Sunday of Trinity. Led by our Canon Precentor, Matthew Rushton. Watch here or live on our Facebook page

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June 21, 2020

Sunday Reflection for the second Sunday after Trinity by Canon Precentor Matthew Rushton

June 21, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Sunday Reflection for the second Sunday after Trinity by Canon Precentor Matthew Rushton

Canon Precentor Matthew Rushton reflects on Fathers’ Day and reminds us who should be in our “Faith Bubble”. Join Matthew live on Facebook at 9.30am

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June 14, 2020

Choral Evensong for the first Sunday after Trinity

June 14, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Choral Evensong for the first Sunday after Trinity

Evensong for Trinity Sunday. Led by our Canon Precentor, Matthew Rushton. Watch here or live on our Facebook page.

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June 14, 2020

Sunday Reflection by Revd Canon Gordon Giles, Canon Chancellor-designate

June 14, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Sunday Reflection by Revd Canon Gordon Giles, Canon Chancellor-designate

We welcome our Revd Canon Gordon Giles, Canon Chancellor-designate who delivers a reflection for Sunday 14th June. Join Gordon live on Facebook at 9.30am

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June 07, 2020

Choral Evensong for Trinity Sunday

June 07, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Choral Evensong for Trinity Sunday

Evensong for Trinity Sunday. Led by our Canon Precentor, Matthew Rushton. Watch here or live on our Facebook page.

Watch again

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June 07, 2020

Sunday Reflection by Revd Canon Sue Brewer

June 07, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Sunday Reflection by Revd Canon Sue Brewer

The Revd Canon Sue Brewer provides us with this Sunday’s reflection. Join Sue live on Facebook at 9.30am

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May 31, 2020

Choral Evensong for Pentecost

May 31, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Choral Evensong for Pentecost

Evensong for Pentecost. Led by our Canon Precentor, Matthew Rushton. Watch here or live on our Facebook page.

Watch live

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May 31, 2020/ Lesley Olley/
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May 31, 2020

Sunday Reflection by Revd Canon Chris Dench

May 31, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Sunday Reflection by Revd Canon Chris Dench

The Revd Canon Chris Dench provides us with this Sunday’s reflection. Join Chris live on Facebook at 9.30am

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May 31, 2020/ Lesley Olley/
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May 25, 2020 May 25, 2020/ Lesley Olley

We asked Rochester Independent College if their students would create a short vox pop film during the Museum of the Moon installation in February. We are delighted to share the final cut!

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May 24, 2020

Evensong for the Sunday after Ascension

May 24, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Evensong for the Sunday after Ascension

Christ is risen: Evensong for the Sunday after Ascension Day. Led by our Canon Precentor, Matthew Rushton

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May 24, 2020/ Lesley Olley/
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May 24, 2020

Sunday Reflection by Revd Ade Lawal

May 24, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Sunday Reflection by Revd Ade Lawal

The Revd Ade Lawal provides us with this Sunday’s reflection. Join Ade live on Facebook at 9.30am

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May 24, 2020/ Lesley Olley/
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May 23, 2020

Stations of the Spirit

May 23, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Stations of the Spirit

Stations of the Spirit: nine video reflections with scripture, image, music, speech and song – daily devotions between Ascension and Pentecost.

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May 23, 2020/ Lesley Olley/
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May 17, 2020

Evensong for the Sixth Sunday of Easter

May 17, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Evensong for the Sixth Sunday of Easter

Christ is Risen: Please join us for Evensong, this sixth Sunday of Easter.

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May 17, 2020/ Lesley Olley/
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May 17, 2020

Dean Philip's Reflection

May 17, 2020/ Lesley Olley
Dean Philip's Reflection

Dean Philip Hesketh provides this week's Reflection. He looks ahead to the Gospel reading for this coming Sunday, in which Jesus prepares the disciples for his departure and return to heaven (John 17).

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May 17, 2020/ Lesley Olley/
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May 16, 2020

A special performance of 'Abide with me' by Jools Holland

May 16, 2020/ Lesley Olley
A special performance of 'Abide with me' by Jools Holland

Jools Holland OBE DL, Music Patron of The Rochester Cathedral Trust, has recorded this for the Cathedral to offer encouragement and support.

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