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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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Thy Kingdom Come, News
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

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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April 24, 2021

Welcome back - reopening plans at Rochester Cathedral

April 24, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Welcome back - reopening plans at Rochester Cathedral

Updated 28th May 2021

Details of our reopening for worshippers and visitors

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April 24, 2021

Spire turns teal to raise awareness of overlooked women's health condition

April 24, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Spire turns teal to raise awareness of overlooked women's health condition

Spire to turn teal to raise awareness of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder.

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April 12, 2021

11 April 2021 - Sermon in memoriam of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh

April 12, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
11 April 2021 - Sermon in memoriam of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh

A sermon by Canon Gordon Giles on the 2nd Sunday of Easter

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April 12, 2021

Rescheduled - Aled Jones at Rochester Cathedral 2021

April 12, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Rescheduled - Aled Jones at Rochester Cathedral 2021

The Aled Jones concert scheduled for later this year will now take place in 2022. All tickets remain valid.

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April 09, 2021

Memorial Service for his Late Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh

April 09, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Memorial Service for his Late Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh

Updated 12 April 2021 Details of services and memorials for his Late Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh at Rochester Cathedral

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April 09, 2021

A message from the Dean and Bishop of Rochester

April 09, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
A message from the Dean and Bishop of Rochester

A message from the Dean and the Bishop of Rochester following the sad passing of His Late Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh

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April 09, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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April 08, 2021

Public art on display outside Rochester Cathedral

April 08, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Public art on display outside Rochester Cathedral

Medway Council have commissioned five statues illustrating the important coronavirus (Covid-19) messages. Two of these statues are on display just outside the Cathedral by the War Memorial.

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April 08, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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April 04, 2021

An Easter message from the Dean

April 04, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
An Easter message from the Dean

Reflecting on the past year this Easter Sunday

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April 04, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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April 01, 2021

Services at Rochester Cathedral

April 01, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Services at Rochester Cathedral

Updated 13th May 2021

Details of services at Rochester Cathedral

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April 01, 2021

Vacancy: Office Administrator - Friends of Rochester Cathedral Deadline - Monday 19th April

April 01, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Vacancy: Office Administrator - Friends of Rochester Cathedral  Deadline - Monday 19th April

Looking for a local part time job and have enthusiasm and experience of running a small office? Then this is a rare opportunity to join the Friends of Rochester Cathedral to provide a range of administrative support to the Treasurer and Chair.

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March 25, 2021

National Day of Reflection marked at Rochester Cathedral

March 25, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
National Day of Reflection marked at Rochester Cathedral

We look back on the last year at Rochester Cathedral

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March 23, 2021

Ribbons for remembrance

March 23, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Ribbons for remembrance

We are encouraging people to mark National Reflection Day on March 23rd by tying a single ribbon on the railings outside the Cathedral or on the historic Catalpa tree. The ribbons are an act of remembrance and a sign of hope. The ribbons will be added to and remain in place until Pentecost.

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March 22, 2021

Easter and Holy Week at Rochester Cathedral

March 22, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral
Easter and Holy Week at Rochester Cathedral

Update 29th March Details of our Holy Week and Easter Services this April at Rochester Cathedral

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March 22, 2021/ Rochester Cathedral/
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