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WHAT’S ONSPRING 2012

Pick up a booklet from the Welcome Desk or visit www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk for more details

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ContentsWorship & Events p4Holy Week p8Diary p10Twilight Tower Tours p12Eat & Drink p13Organ Recital Season p14Find us p15Regular Worship p16

WELCOMEThere is always plenty to do at Liverpool Cathedral and our Spring Programme captures some of our many activities. Central to this season will be our part in the citywide Titanic commemorations. Our Titanic commemoration service takes place on April 15th, and is supported by a special exhibition. In addition, on the 24th March we play host to the sold out Titanic Experience created by Liverpool Welsh Choral. Other highlights include the return of our popular late night tower openings every Thursday evening. New to 2012 is exclusive behind the scenes access to our famous bell chamber. To add to this, we have the popular photography workshops and a range of musical highlights including organ recitals and Come and Sing Stainer’s Crucifixion. This season is a time for reflection and this year we are encouraging people to take time out of their busy lives and be more reflective in prayer. During Lent and throughout

All information given was believed correct at the time of publication, though this may change with time and you are advised to check details in advance.

Holy Week the Chemin Neuf community will support our weekly cycle of worship by exploring prayer together in a creative way. Our spiritual retreat, Food for the Journey, returns and visitors can take part in our self directed mini pilgrimage through the Awesome and Intimate trail around Cathedral architecture. But everyday, any day, the Cathedral is a great space to visit. Enjoy the splendour of our architecture, meet friends over a coffee or meal, or just take time to be in this magnificent building.

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Lenten Workshops ‘The Cross Factor’

Through reflection, quiet spaces, teaching, journeying and multi sensory approaches pupils will think about Lent and the journey to Easter. These workshops tie in with art, literacy and RE schemes of work.For School groups only, years 3-6 (KS2).

To book please email:[email protected]

Monday 19 - Wednesday 21 March9.45am - 2.30pm £3 per child

“Voices of the Valley”

The Fron Welsh Male Voice Choir perform ‘Voices of the Valley’, a St David’s Day Concert in aid of Age UK Wirral, in the stunning setting of the Cathedral. Supporting The Fron is Kathryn Rudge mezzo soprano who will be performing arias plus singing with the choir.

Saturday 3 March7:30 - 10.30pmTickets: £15.50From Cathedral Shop

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Food for the Journey

A quiet day for Lent: How can we sing a strange song in the Lord’s land? Now in its fourth year, ‘Food for the Journey’ has become a standard fixture for many. This year it is led by Rev Canon Dr Jules Gomes who will offer meditations and teachings on this subject.

To book please email: [email protected]

Friday 16 - Saturday 17 March5.30 - 8.30pm (Fri)8.40am - 3.30pm (Sat)Tickets: £5 (£7.50 on the day)

Choral Eucharist for Mothering Sunday

We celebrate Mothering Sunday at the Choral Eucharist with prayers for family and gifts of flowers. We welcome Professor Gerald Pillay, Cathedral Lecturer, as our preacher.Sunday 18 March

10.30am

Titanic Exhibition Exhibition highlighting the connection between Titanic and Liverpool Cathedral featuring the Captain Smith window in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit, the Titanic carving and the details of the Ismay family found in our East window.

Monday 19 March - Monday 16 April

Music of the Tudor Age

The Renaissance Music Group and Chester Viols perform a delightful concert of Tudor music once again in the beautiful surroundings of the Lady Chapel.Sunday 25 March

8.00pmTickets: £8, Conc £5From Cathedral Shop

Photography Workshop

For enthusiastic amateurs or absolute beginners, this exclusive course from Martin Birchall will help you make the most of the gothic architecture and develop your photography skills further. You will need your own equipment for the session, including a tripod if you have one.

Monday 26 March9.00am - 1.00pmTickets: £40, Couples £70From Cathedral Shop

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Twilight Tower Tours opening night

See the stunning 360˚ views of the city, river and beyond from the top of the Cathedral Tower in magical twilight as we bring back our evening openings for 2012 - every Thursday from 29 March to the end of October, see page 12 or pick up a leaflet at Welcome Desk for sunset times.

Thursday 29 MarchTickets: £5, £4 Conc£14 FamilyFrom Cathedral Shop

Come and Sing The Crucifixion

An invitation to all singers to come along and be part of the massed choir for Stainer’s Crucifixion.Singers application form available from liverpoolcathedral.org.ukSaturday 31 March

Rehearsal 6.00pmPerformance 8.00pm£5.00 for singers

The Easter Story family activities

Use all your senses to find out more about the Easter story and as you do, collect items to make a special Easter craft to take home with you. Before you leave, enjoy the Easter quiz trail located around the Cathedral.

Monday 2 April - Thursday 12 April11.00am - 3.00pm

Easter Eggsperience Run in conjunction with Merseyside police, complete the Easter trail and earn yourself a chocolate treat. Then enjoy some fun Easter craft activities.

Tuesday 10 April - Thursday 12 April11.00am - 3.00pm

Titanic Centenary Service

The service includes a soundscape from the Maritime Liverpool Women’s History Group bringing to life aspects of the Titanic’s tragic story. It will also reflect Liverpool’s continuing relationship with the cruise liner industry. The Bishop of Liverpool will be preaching.

Sunday 15 April7.30pm


“Man Thou Art a Wonderful Animal”

A diverse photographic exhibition & accompanying book by Andrew Mackay themed on biological evolution; features images of evolutionary fossils, other visual evidence & examples of popular controversy with portraits of renowned proponents & critics of the science.

Monday 16 April - Monday 14 May9.00am - 6.00pm daily

Healthcare Service - Prayer for Africa

We welcome the Archbishop of York to preach at the Annual Healthcare Service which will focus on the links between Liverpool and Africa, including the huge contribution made by the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine.

Sunday 22 April3.00pm

Alpha at Liverpool Cathedral

Why not join us on this journey to explore Christianity and what it is all about? Alpha is a practical introduction to the Christian faith for everyone especially those wanting to investigate Christianity or wanting to brush up on the basics. A simple meal is provided each evening.

Wednesday 2 May - Wednesday 11 July7.00-9.00pmFree

Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen

The service to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of HM the Queen begins at the Metropolitan Cathedral at 3pm, includes a Procession along Hope Street and continues to the Anglican Cathedral. The service will be attended by the Lord Lieutenant of Merseyside, Civic Leaders, representatives of all faith communities, and conducted by the Church Leaders of Merseyside. The Bishop of Liverpool will be the preacher.

Sunday 27 May3pm at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral

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HOLY WEEKSunday 1 April - Palm Sunday

10.30am The Eucharist of Palm Sunday

3.00pm Choral Evensong

Monday 2 April

8.30am Morning Prayer

11.00am Diocesan Chrism Eucharist


6.15pm Holy Week address led by Chemin Neuf ending with Compline

Tuesday 3 April


12.05pm Eucharist


6.15pm Holy Week address led by Chemin Neuf ending with Compline

7.30pm Chemin Neuf prayer meeting

Wednesday 4 April


12.05pm Eucharist with time of reconciliation


6.15pm Reconciliation Service led by Chemin Neufincluding sacramental confession


Thursday 5 April - Maundy Thursday


12.05am Midday Prayer for Christian Unity, led by Chemin Neuf

5.30pm Said Evening Prayer

7.30pm The Eucharist of the Lord’s Supper with washing of the feet

Friday 6 April - Good Friday


10.30am Way of the Cross with the Cathedral Choir

12.00-3.00pm

Three Hours Devotion: Chemin Neuf lead a time of quiet prayer, with meditations on the Seven Last Words of Christ (in the Chancel)

7.30pm Sequence of Readings and Music “No Story so Divine”

Saturday 7 April


3.00pm Said Evening Prayer

8.30pm Easter Vigil Eucharist

Sunday 8 April - Easter Sunday

10.30am Festival Eucharist Preacher - The Bishop of Liverpool

3.00pm Easter Evensong

Monday 9 April - Easter Monday

11.15am Organ Recital for Easter Monday given by Professor Ian Tracey, Organist Titulaire of Liverpool Cathedral

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DIARYMarch

3rd Sat 7.30pm “Voices of the Valley” The Fron Welsh Male Choir

16th - 17th Food for the Journey

18th Sun Choral Eucharist for Mothering Sunday

19th - 21st 9.45am Lenten Workshops ‘The Cross Factor’*

19th Mar - 23rd Apr Titanic Exhibition

25th Sun 8.00pm Music of the Tudor Age

29th Thurs Twilight Tower Tours opening night

31st Sat 8.00pm Come and Sing - The Crucifixion (6pm Rehearsals)

April

1st - 6th Holy Week, see page 8

2nd - 12th 11.00am The Easter Story family activities

9th Mon 11.15am Organ Recital - Ian Tracey

10th - 12th 11.00am Easter Eggsperience

15th Sun 7.30pm Titanic Centenary Service

16th - 14th May “Man Thou Art a Wonderful Animal” Exhibition

22nd Sun 3.00pm Healthcare Service - Prayer for Africa

May

2nd May - 11th July Wed 7.00pm Alpha at Liverpool Cathedral

7th Mon 11.15am Liverpool Organ Day Organ Recital - Daniel Bishop

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May continued

12th Sat Ismay Family Display and Presentation

18th Fri Light Night Liverpool 2012

26th Sat 12.00pm Norwegian Choir Concert

26th Sat TBC Cathedral Choir Concert

27th Sun The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Service

28th - 30th 9.45am The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Workshops*

June

4th Mon 11.15am Organ Recital - Ben Saunders

23rd Sat 7.30pm Annual Organ Gala in aid of Organ Appeal

Car ParkWe have a large secure car park. For Cathedral worship the car park is free. For ticketed events a car park charge may be payable, see website for details.

AccessibilityWe work hard to make all our events accessible. If you have any query about accessibility or the particular needs of a member of your group, please contact our Visitor Services Manager [email protected] or 0151 702 7284

*For School groups only

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TWILIGHT TOWER TOURS

New for this season - a series of special Thursdays when you can visit the ringing chamber (not normally open to the public). There you’ll meet the bell ringers, enjoy demonstrations and displays then ‘have a go’ at handbell ringing before entering the bell chamber itself where you can see at close quarters the highest and heaviest peal of bells in the world!

New for 2012, six evenings ‘with bells on’!

Entrance £5 standard, £4 concessions, £14 family (2 adults and up to 3 children).

See timetable on back or visitwww.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk

See the stunning 360˚ views of the city, river and beyond from the top of the Cathedral Tower in magical twilight as we bring back our evening openings for 2012 - every Thursday from 29th March to the end of October.

EAT & DRINK at LIVERPOOLCATHEDRALthis spring

Fair Trade Fortnight27 February - 11 March

Fairtrade tea & coffee plus a fair-trade cake or cookie for £2 in the Mezzanine.

Mothering Sunday8 April

Two Course lunch plus a glass of wine for £10 pp from Midday until 5pm in the Welsford, with a special gift for all mothers. Call 0151 702 7252 to book.

The Queen’s Jubilee2 - 5 June

Enjoy our ‘Best of British’ Diamond Jubilee menu in the Welsford & Mezzanine, with lots of themed dishes and special cakes.

Easter Sunday Lunch8 April

A special Two course lunch plus a glass of wine for £10 pp served all afternoon 12-4.30pm.

New opening hours for 2012Welsford 9.00am - 3.00pm Mezzanine 11.0am - 5.00pm

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LIVERPOOLCATHEDRAL

Monday 9 April 11.15am Ian Tracey - Liverpool Cathedral

Monday 7 May 11.15am Liverpool Organ Day - Daniel Bishop - Associate Organist Liverpool Cathedral

Monday 4 June 11.15am Ben Saunders - Leeds Cathedral

Saturday 23 June 7.30pm Annual Organ Gala in aid of the Cathedral Organ Appeal with virtuoso concert organist Carlo Curley

Monday 27 August 11.15am Richard Lea - Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral

Saturday 20 October 3.00pm Festival Evensong & 86th Anniversary Recital - Ian Tracey - Liverpool Cathedral

ORGAN RECITAL SEASON

Join us for our ever popular recitals on our world famous organ. This year’s programme features recitals from our Cathedral organists, Professor Ian Tracey and Daniel Bishop as well as a variety of guest organists. See the website for our Saturday recitals.

Are you a fan of our Organ?Don’t forget to visit our shop or www.cathedralshop.com for cd recordings.

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FIND USAddressLiverpool CathedralSt James MountLiverpoolL1 7AZ

Phone0151 709 6271Emailinfo@liverpoolcathedral.org.ukWebsitewww.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk

Liverpool Cathedral is for the community and we want everyone to feel they can find a place here. So whether you are coming for a service, organising a group tour, or simply want to visit, the Cathedral has something to offer.

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EucharistChoral EucharistZONE 2 - Concert RoomChoral EvensongEucharistDeeper - Concert Room(First and third Sunday of each month)

Morning PrayerEucharistChoral Evensong (Said on Wednesdays and during school holidays

unless visiting choirs present)

Morning PrayerEucharistChoral Evensong

Concert RoomSunday 10.30am

Concert RoomMonday 7.00-8.15pm

Lady ChapelSunday 9.30-10.15am

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