ISSUE 105 MAY-JULY 2016 WE SAY FARWELL TO ERYL PARRY RECORD BREAKING BELL RINGERS TWILIGHT THURSDAYS RETURN
Annual Organ Gala 2016 Saturday 18th June 2016, 7.30pm
THOMAS TROTTER
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Toccata & Fugue in F BWV 540 - J.S.Bach Adagio & Allegro K 594 - Mozart Master Tallis’s Testament - Howells The Dancing Pipes (2014) - Dove Allegro (Symphonie V) - Widor Straf’ mich nicht in deinem Zorn - Reger Carmen Suite - Bizet/Lemare
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CONTENTS Dean's letter
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Cathedral Sleepout success
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My life as a chorister
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Pentecost Pageant 2016
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Cathedral roof repairs
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School Leavers Service
Bell Ringers' World Record
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Twilight Thursdays return
Sir William Bower Forwood Alpha Courses
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Faith Academy Summer Talks
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Cream Classics reviews
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Guild of Vergers accolade
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Glory Glory Hallelujah
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Great Scott Tour
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Volition volunteer programme success
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Eryl Parry says farewell 12-13 14
In our thoughts and prayers
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HOPE+ boosted by Tesco donation
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Embracing Hope Service
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Fourth Cathedral Urban Lecture
Diary dates
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Flower Appeal Thanks
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Cover image: courtesy of Martin Waters Photography
WE SAY FAREWELL TO ERYL PARRY
RECORD BREAKing bell ringers
TWILIGHT THURSDAYS RETURN
Next issue: July 2016 Deadline for submissions: June 29th 2016 Article ideas are always welcome, please email Sarah Doyle: sarah.doyle@liverpool.anglican.org. Editors reserve the right to edit contributions. »» For updates on events why not follow us on twitter @LivCathedral or Facebook/Liverpool Cathedral 3
What Liverpool does differently and does well At the beginning of April we welcomed Deans from across the country to Liverpool Cathedral as we hosted the 2016 National Deans’ Conference. When I was first approached to host the event, two hopes were expressed to me: the first was that the conference should be a jointaffair with the Metropolitan Cathedral; and the second was that it should showcase ‘what Liverpool does differently and does well’. I believe we delivered on both these aspirations. It proved to be a productive and enjoyable event for those for whom Liverpool is a thoroughly familiar place, and those for whom it was a first visit.
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We were extremely grateful to local partners and national sponsors for their support. It was especially encouraging to see how keen Liverpool institutions and office holders outside the church were to help us. It has reminded us how much Liverpool values its Cathedrals, and the contribution of the church more generally to civic life - and it has illustrated again how much it matters in this city that visitors receive the best that we have to offer! Another wonderful illustration of the relationship between the people of Liverpool and our cathedral was the incredible joint venture between the famous Liverpool label Cream and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. Together they performed ‘Cream Classics’ over two sell-out nights in April to superb reviews - which commented as much about our cathedral as a stunning venue as they did about the music and lighting and so on! We often say that Liverpool Cathedral was built
‘by the people for the people’ and it is events such as this which live out that claim. It also demonstrates in practice the truth of the text from the Book of Ecclesiastes (3.4):
there is a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance It is a privilege to be able to welcome so many newcomers to this holy place and then observe them as they find themselves awed by the architecture and a sense of the presence of God. We now look forward to our Pentecost Pageant on May 15th, an event that will connect us with the people of our city. This year the event will be bigger than ever thanks to new support from the city council and other partners. As we process down Hope Street, the atmosphere will be a carnival, bursting with life, music and the worship of God. »» With every blessing Dean Pete, Dean of Liverpool
LIVERPOOL PENTECOST PAGEANT 15th may 2016
A celebration of the descent of the Holy Spirit on the Apostles, is bi-annually marked in Liverpool with a ‘two cathedrals walk’ seeing thousands of people process between the two cathedrals in a show of unity and celebration. Running from 12-5pm, the free event will be a carnival of music, dance, performance and colour along Hope Street, creating a unique atmosphere and experience. At 3pm, the main procession will take place from Liverpool Cathedral towards the Metropolitan Cathedral. Participants are encouraged to wear red or white clothing, the traditional colours of Pentecost.
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Urgent repairs to our roof completed thanks to WW1 centenary fund
Liverpool Cathedral received £275,000 from the First WW1 Centenary Cathedral Repairs Fund back in November 2014. The award has been used to finance much needed repair work to the Lady Chapel and Nave roofs. The urgent repairs to the nave west bay roof were completed as the first priority. Exposed to the elements – and in particular the high winds that buffet the side of the cathedral - this area has suffered from considerable storm damage over the years. Regular inspections revealed that the copper panels which cover a large part of the roof had lifted in places, allowing water to seep through. The grant has enabled emergency repairs to be carried out in order to prevent further deterioration whilst we look for additional funding to complete the entire work. The remainder of the award was then used to repair parts of the cathedral’s oldest roof 6
that of the Lady Chapel. The timber in this roof structure is subjected to many small, persistent leaks in the copper. This repair work involved re-covering part of the damaged copper roof. This work was completed in March. Contractor Ged Tully who has been overseeing the specialist construction of the work said “Water ingress in the roof causes a considerable threat to any building, not one that is least a Grade I listed. We have to follow a stringent method of working with only designated permitted materials to comply with the Grade 1 listing. It is a meticulous process but a necessary one to preserve the history and integrity of this incredible building for future generations.” This work all forms part of the constant repair challenge associated with being guardians of the largest cathedral in the UK, widely regarded as one of the great buildings of the world.
Bell ringers break record to mark Queen's 90th birthday
Thursday 21st April saw the team of seven ringers ringing the world's heaviest peal of six bells; a task that involved a total ringing time of 4 hours 32 minutes here at Liverpool Cathedral. The peal rang out over Liverpool 65 years after the Queen, as a young Princess Elizabeth, visited the cathedral to officially signal the first ever ringing of the bells in 1951. Once the ringing started, the team had to continue through a range of over 5,000 changes, without a break or allowing a handover to other ringers. The biggest bell, a tenor called Emmanuel, weighs 4 tons, measures almost 2.5 meters in both diameter and height, and took two ringers to operate. The six bells together weigh almost 13,000 kg. Len Mitchell, of the cathedral guild of change ringers, speaking ahead of the attempt said “We are looking forward to this challenge on the Queen's birthday; especially as she started the first ever peal of the bells just a year before she became our Queen.” Although the bells were installed in the cathedral tower in the 1930s, because of World War II they remained silent and were not rung until Nov. 17, 1951. The Queen and Prince Philip arrived on an ocean liner after a tour to Canada, and she came
to Liverpool to open the bells at the cathedral. “We have a peal of 13 bells in the cathedral, the heaviest set of bells in the world. As the bell chamber is 220 feet (67 meters) above ground level, they are also the highest set of bells in the world.” He explained the style of ringing they carry out as 'traditional English ringing,' meaning each bell turns full circle at 360 degrees. It is a physically demanding job for the ringers, even more so when it involves the six heaviest bells, he said, adding that what they were attempting had never been done before. “There are strict rules governing our attempt, such as the number of changes without a break, and we reckon it will take almost five hours without a break. Once we start we have to continue. If one person stops, the attempt comes to an end,” Len said »» Text used with thanks to Larry Neild
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SIR WILLIAM BOWER FORWOOD 1840 – 1928 The latest article in our Benefactors of Liverpool Cathedral series is written by Dr Alec Ellis. He has looked at the life and times of Sir William Bower Forwood. William Forwood was born at Edge Hill on 21st January 1840, the second son of Thomas Forwood (1814 - 1861) and his first wife, Charlotte nee Bower (1814 – 1861). The family lived over the years at Everton; Marsh Lane, Bootle; and a large house in Crosby Road, Seaforth: all salubrious neighbourhoods. Initially, Forwood was a pupil at a Dame's School in Kensington and then at Mrs. Carter's in Seaforth. From the latter, he transferred to the Liverpool Collegiate Institution, and finally, he was a boarder at the Pestalozzian School in Worksop, Nottinghamshire. The latter specialised in scientific education. On leaving school he was employed in the offices of Salisbury, Turner and Earle, a leading brokerage business, but after travelling widely he joined the family cotton merchants', Leech, Harrison and Forwood in 1859 when he was nineteen. He went on to manage it with his elder brother when their father retired in 1862. This occurred, of course, during the American Civil War, when 8
Liverpool was avidly pro-Confederate, and the brothers Forwood were able to make a fortune from wartime speculation, breaking the blockade of the Southern ports and exploiting telegraph and cotton futures. They set up offices in New York, New Orleans and Bombay, and deployed their small fleet to trade with Costa Rica and the West Indies. William became President of the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce in 1871 and again from 1878 to 1881. He also enjoyed a similar status in the American Chamber of Trade in 1872. From 1888 to 1928 he was a Director of the Cunard Shipping Line; and Deputy Chairman from 1906 to 1909. In 1868, Forwood entered local politics in Liverpool, when he was elected to the town council as a Conservative. He was Mayor of Liverpool in 1880-1881 (Lord Mayor in 1903 for two months), and was dubbed Knight Bachelor in 1883 in recognition of his work as Mayor. As Chairman of the Libraries, Museums and Arts Committee from 1890 to 1909, he persuaded steel magnate and public benefactor, Andrew Carnegie, to give £50,000 towards the building of new libraries. The generous donation saw the opening of seven branch libraries. Dr. Carnegie actually opened
Toxteth Branch in 1903! In 1902 Forwood had been given the Freedom of the City of Liverpool in recognition of his exemplary service as a member of the Council over thirty three years, and his passionate interest in the establishment of public libraries and reading rooms. He was also appointed as a Deputy Lieutenant of Lancashire in 1902 and High Sheriff of the county in 1909. He took a great interest in a project to erect a Cathedral in the newly formed Diocese of Liverpool and when, in 1887, a Committee was set up to realise this, he was appointed Hon. Treasurer. When Dr. Francis Chavasse was enthroned as Bishop in 1900 he kickstarted the existing plan and made Forwood the Chairman of the Executive Committee, a post he held from 1901 to 1913. He took six weeks away from his business and other interests to raise funds for the project; and received promises amounting to £168,000. Momentum was established and whilst he was Chairman, the plan designed by Giles Gilbert Scott was accepted in 1910. Forwood funded the Pulpit and also the Chapel of the Holy Spirit. Among his other interests, he was a Director of the Bank of Liverpool from 1887 to 1928 and Chairman from 1898 to 1901. In 1888 he raised money for the construction of the Overhead Railway which ran trains from the Dingle to Seaforth Sands. He was its
first Chairman in 1893. In 1896 he was made President of the Liverpool Seamen's Orphan Institution in Newsham Park. In his private life, Forwood was a family man. In 1862 he married Mary Eleanor nee Moss (1841 – 1896) at St. Mary the Virgin Parish Church, Edge Hill, and with her he sired three sons and seven daughters. Two years after Mary's death he married Elizabeth Constant nee Hughes, later renamed as Hughes le Fleming (1860 - 1933). He had a book published by Henry Young & Sons of Liverpool in 1910, entitled Recollections of a Busy Life. Yachting was a favourite pastime, and he was Commodore of several clubs. He particularly enjoyed sailing on Windermere, staying at a number of places nearby, and ending up at Wray Cottage, in the shadow of Wray Castle. Although he died at Reid's Palace Hotel, Funchal, Madeira, on the 23rd March 1928, he lies buried in the War Memorial Chapel at Bowness-on-Windermere, the construction of which he had financed. He also presented an attractive water fountain to the town which still holds pride of place. There are two sculpted memorials to him in Liverpool Cathedral: in the South Choir Aisle and on the side of the pulpit. It is good that he has been so remembered in the building to the reality of which he made such a signal contribution. »» Dr. Alec Ellis
Alpha Course Why not join us on this seven week journey to explore Christianity and what it is all about? No matter what your own faith position may be, you are more than welcome to be a part of this experience. The course will be led by the Dean and starts on Tuesday evenings, from 24 May in the Concert Room at Liverpool Cathedral. All are welcome, admission is free. »» To register please contact: clare.kerrigan@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk.
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NEW for 2016 the Great Scott tour Experience our Cathedral in the company of our architect as we dramatically tell the story of Sir Giles Gilbert Scott. Through entertaining storytelling and plenty of fun for your group, our actor will guide you through our Cathedral. Our hour long Great Scott tour will tell of how, at 22, Sir Giles won the competition to build Britain’s largest Cathedral, plus tales of his friends, the workers, and clashes with others; and of course we have that famous red telephone box. »» Contact our Group Visits specialist Jenny Moran on 0151 702 7284 email: jenny.moran@ liverpoolcathedral.org.uk to book your group on our Great Scott Tour
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Cathedral volunteer programme success
Liverpool Cathedral’s scheme to support unemployed people with volunteering, training and employment support has got more than 50 people into work. Liverpool Cathedral was the second in the UK to join the Volition programme - following the scheme’s success at Manchester Cathedral, which got 100 people into employment in three years, the Liverpool scheme hit the half way mark after only 15 months. Paul O’Brien, Volunteer and Employment Co-ordinator, said: “We set ourselves a target of working with 72 people a year, and we have already exceeded that – we have worked with 144 people and helped 50 of them to find employment. Liverpool Cathedral has led the way by recruiting two Volition volunteers, Sarah Bowers as an Attractions Assistant and Carlos Clark as a Verger. Sarah, aged 31 from Halewood, was struggling to fit work around her seven year old daughter’s care, after being turned down for jobs as a motorcycle mechanic. Volition supported Sarah to build up her confidence. Sarah has thrown herself into her role, teaching herself local history, geography and information about the Cathedral so she can provide visitors with the best possible experience. Sarah said: “It’s turned my life around completely. I’m more outgoing and chatty, I really enjoy meeting people from all over
and learning new things every day.” Carlos, 52, from Toxteth, a self-employed painter and decorator, struggled to return to work after the death of his daughter. Carlos began helping to maintain the Cathedral grounds, then began volunteering with the vergers. When a temporary vacancy arose, Dave Corns, Head Verger, encouraged Carlos to apply. Carlos said: “The Volition programme has taught me that age shouldn’t stop you from progressing. I’ve been given a second chance. I’m involved with the biggest family I’ve ever had!” Paul O’Brien shared the advantages of Volition for local employers: “Businesses trust our approach because it is personal: they know we have everyone’s best interests at heart and this includes making sure they hire the best people in to their jobs.” »» If you think your business could benefit from a Volition volunteer, contact Paul O’Brien, Volunteer and Employment Co-ordinator: paul.obrien@ liverpoolcathedral.org.uk 11
Eryl Parry – FarEwell interview Eryl Parry has been Liverpool Cathedral’s Director of Enterprise since October 2005. She will be leaving us at the end of May as she moves with her husband David to North Wales as he takes up a new position in Conwy as Vicar and Ministry Area Leader. Dean Pete has paid tribute to Eryl saying “It is an understatement to say that we are going to miss her. Eryl has grown a team she’s rightly hugely proud of, and which is now fully integrated into the worshipping life of the cathedral as well as the business life of the city, especially in the visitor economy. She has transformed the profile and credibility of the cathedral in the city, and has grown the Enterprise contribution to the finances of the Cathedral Chapter out of all recognition.”
You joined back in October 2005. How has the cathedral changed in the time you have been here?
How have you managed the challenge of balancing the economic need to host such exciting and dynamic events & whilst also reflecting the building being a place of worship?
Eryl has transformed the profile of the Cathedral in the city
I came originally to head up the cathedral’s commercial activities at a time when a 3.2 million pound visitor’s centre project was already underway. Right through 2006 we were in a major construction period, the then Dean felt that it was important to build the mezzanine café so that hospitality was visible. The sight of people enjoying refreshments and chatting with friends is a welcoming greeting. One of my highlights during my time here has been seeing the hoardings coming 12
down at the end of 2006 revealing a fully stocked new shop and that bright, new area of hospitality at the top. It felt like a huge leap forward. It was taking seriously what visitors now expect. Then in the run up to 2008 with Liverpool being the European Capital of Culture we spent time really establishing our credentials with the city and repositioning the cathedral in terms of people’s perceptions of what we could do. That is how God works, he gives you opportunities. Certainly 2008 was a complete game changer for the city and for us as a cathedral.
The cathedral obviously needs to generate income to sustain free entrance which is a deeply held principle. The need to generate income is important but only part of the story and it makes us creative. If you can imagine a cathedral without that sense of life and diversity then what of the visitor experience? They would still see a beautiful building but a cavernous dark and quiet space. And whilst sometimes we crave that sense of peace and sanctuary, to the visitor who sometimes knows very little or nothing of the Christian Life, they may well think that it’s ‘dead’. It’s not dead. It is completely
engaged and a vital part of the city’s spiritual, economic and cultural life. I guess I’m just reflecting who I am and what I think the cathedral is. First and foremost I’m a child of God, The Cathedral is God’s house and it’s primary purpose is worship. God is involved in all of the details in our lives. Actually, if you do have faith, a love of the place you’re called to makes you want to do things, bring life and animation and friendship. So enterprise being at the heart of our mission is something that I feel is absolutely natural and this is about using the gifts that everyone in the cathedral has.
What do you think has been your greatest achievement? I think it’s building a team. They are in great shape as I leave. Seeing the relationships that we’ve made whether that’s in the shop, catering, events, visiting and now Volition.
Watching the people that they’ve got connections with coming into our building and feeling that it’s their cathedral. It’s an emotional experience.
What will you miss most when you leave? I will miss that sense of being at the heart of city life. I have been really stimulated and challenged. The work I have done on visitor economy boards, the Hope Street partners. It is about people, the cathedral community, the privilege of working out your calling, I guess, in such an incredible space that allows you opportunities to flourish. I think it’s symbolic here that the architect gave us such a flexible space, without fixed furniture. He said 'Don’t look at my arches look at my spaces. That invites life in and I will miss that sense of the possible in such a big space.
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Hope+ boosted by Tesco food donation scheme
A pilot scheme in Liverpool to donate unsold supermarket food to those in need has been so successful that it’s being rolled out across Merseyside. Hope+, the multi-faith community outreach scheme designed to take a more joined up approach to food poverty, was a major beneficiary of the pilot scheme at Tesco’s Park Road and Old Swan stores. The initiative, a partnership with Tesco's Community Food Connection and FareShare FoodCloud service, will now be rolled out to a further ten stores: Allerton Road, Liverpool One, Edge Hill, Walton Liverpool, Formby, Deysbrook Barracks, Woolton, Bidston Moss Extra, Heswall and Litherland. Charities and community groups who sign up are linked to Tesco stores using technology that allows stores to alert projects to surplus food available at the end of each day. Simon Jones, store manager at Tesco Old Swan, told the Liverpool Echo: “No food that can be eaten should go to waste. We’re working hard to make sure that the unsold food is made the most of. We have great links with local charities and community groups, so we’re pleased to introduce another initiative that will support their efforts to help vulnerable people.” The pilot included 14 Tesco stores across the UK, which donated more than 22 tonnes of food to more than 50 charities, the equivalent weight to over 50,000 meals.
Nädine Daniel, Hope+ Project Manager based at Liverpool Cathedral, explained: “Twice a week we receive items such as fresh bakery goods, fruit and vegetables on their best before date from Tesco stores, which we then distribute to our guests. Providing a nutritionally balanced food hamper for up to 250 people each and every week is a huge challenge, and as an independent charity, one that we could not hope to achieve were it not for the generous donations from churches, local businesses, schools, and individual donors.” Nädine added: “We also do a significant amount of work with newly arrived asylum seekers and refugees, of whom Liverpool houses more than any other city in the UK.” Hope+ was founded in February 2013 by Liverpool Cathedral together with our Foundation Partners, Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral and the St Luke in the City team. Hope+ provided its 26,000th food hamper in April. This is equivalent to 400,000 meal portions in three years. The Lent WashDay16 project involved collecting toiletries and washing products; instead of washing the feet of guests on Maundy Thursday, Hope+ provided them with everything they needed to wash themselves and their clothes. Hope+ also collects clothes, which are especially needed as asylum seekers often arrive with just the clothes they are wearing. »» To make a donation contact 0151 702 7237 or email: foodbank@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk For more information and to register for FareShare FoodCloud please visit www. fareshare.org.uk/fareshare-foodcloud
Fourth Annual Cathedral Urban Lecture
The 2016 lecture will be presented by Rev Lucy Winkett, Rector of St James' Piccadilly, formerly Canon Precentor of St Paul's Cathedral, London and author of 'Our Sound is Our Wound' on June 6th at 7pm in the Lady Chapel.
In a diocese where we serve some of the country's most deprived communities, the Urban Lecture allows us to reflect on what we understand God's call to us in these areas is and how we live out that calling. The Urban Lectures encourage us to reflect theologically on the joys and the challenges of urban ministry as we aim to grow in numbers, in vocations and in service of our neighbourhoods and localities. They provide an opportunity to share our thoughts and experiences with colleagues in urban ministry both formally and informally in and outside of the lecture. We're reaffirming our commitment as a diocese to ministry in our urban parishes and in communities across our diocese. »» For more details visit www. liverpoolcathedral.org.uk
350 people attend Cathedral Sleepout to help end homelessness Congratulations to all who completed the first ever Cathedral Sleepout on 2nd April. The unique fundraising event was held in partnership with The Whitechapel Centre and has raised a total of £20,000 so far! Young people were at the heart of this exciting and challenging adventure, fun activities such as den building ensured a great time was had by all. »» For more information please contact Tina Morris on 0151 702 7226 or email: tina.morris@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk 15
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My life as a chorister Alexander Leatherbarrow represented Liverpool Cathedral Choir at an amazing concert of 60 choristers from cathedrals up and down the country. The concert took place at St Paul’s Cathedral, London on the 27th April and featured guests singing and presenting including Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong. The concert was to raise awareness of the new Diamond fund which has been created to help support Choristers up and down the country, hopefully for many years to come. The country has a fine history of choral music and here in Liverpool we are lucky as we have two cathedral choirs; one here at Liverpool Cathedral and one at the metropolitan. So what's life like as a chorister at Liverpool Cathedral? Alexander says, “it's amazing, special, it's my passion and it's an honour to sing in this mighty building, oh and it is hard work! A boy in the choir sings regularly and is in rehearsals /singing on Monday, Tuesday, Friday and most Saturday's and Sunday's
except in summer months when they have an 8 week break. The girls sing Monday's and Thursdays some Saturday's and regular Sunday's alternating with the boys. Although it does not have a music school attached, there is a strong work ethos and a great commitment to the music from the children and the parents alike. Dr David Poulter does an amazing job of bringing out the best in his choristers, and his work ethic pays off when we hear their voices soar in such pieces as ‘Do Not Be Afraid’ by Stopford and ‘Miserere’ by Allegri, you imagine angels singing in heaven. People in the city appreciate the varied things they do from flash mobs in Liverpool One, the now famous Messiah concerts performed by the two Cathedrals to the regular services as well as those such as Darkness to Light in Advent and the Holly bough service. Life as a chorister is fun, passionate, and extraordinary.”
SCHOOL LEAVERS SERVICE We will welcome year 6 pupils from schools across the Diocese for the annual School Leavers Services in June. This years’ theme is Hands of Friendship and the services will take place on 13th, 14th, 27th and 28th June. We pray that the services will be a fitting time of celebration and that the young people feel encouraged, equipped and strengthened by God.
Primary School Year
6 - Leavers’ Service 27th and 28th June 2016
Hands of Friendship
»» Check our website www.liverpool.anglican.org for details.
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LIVERP O O L CATH EDR A L
TOWER experience
TWEET FROM THE TOWER GREAT SPACE FILM WORLD’S HIGHEST AND HEAVIEST PEAL OF BELLS
ELIZABETH HOARE EMBROIDERY GALLERY
NEW FOR 2016 BELL NIGHTS
Catch this truly spectacular experience 360° panoramic rooftop views, open daily*. Tower opening and closing times available in the Cathedral Shop or on our website: www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk
New for 2016 - BELL NIGHTS Experience what it is like to be a bell ringer with our fabulous new bells simulator. Meet some of our bellringers and see the bells up close. Selected Thursday evenings, please check our website for details.
#tweetfromthetower Take a photo of yourself or your favourite view and share it with us on Twitter @LivCathedral and #tweetfromthetower
TWILIGHT THURSDAYS RETURN WITH NEW BELLS SIMULATOR EVENINGS
Catch this truly special experience of a sunset across the river as we continue our seasonal Twilight Thursday evenings, with bell ringing simulation on selected Thursday evenings throughout the season. New for 2016 is our fabulous new bells
simulator. Meet some of our bellringers and see the bells up close. Check online schedule for Bells Night dates availability. »» Please check our website for details. You can book your Tower Experience (Attractions Ticket) on-line from the Cathedral Shop.
Faith Academy Summer Talks Liverpool Cathedral’s Faith Academy encourages the growth of both Scriptural knowledge and understanding of the Christian faith. Join us for a series of Summer Talks being held on Wednesday evenings for four weeks from 18th May 8th June. All sessions are free with no need to book. »» Enquiries to Emma Williams emma.williams@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk or call 0151 702 7204
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Phenomenal reviews for unique Cream Classics event
Photograph: courtesy of Martin Waters Photography
Ecclesiastes 3:4 “there is a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance.”. Getintothis’ Craig MacDonald reported “There has been something truly spiritual about tonight’s proceedings for months before today arrived…Walking up to St James Mount, it’s hard not to have your breath taken away by the surroundings of tonight’s event before you even step into it. As we walk into tonight’s venue, we are greeted by a wall of anticipation that is unrelenting as the excitement builds within as tonight’s performers take to the stage.” In her review of the event for the Liverpool Echo, journalist Catherine Jones said “The Phil has proved on many occasions, particularly since Capital of Culture year, that it’s up for a challenge, and previous collaborations have included concerts with Echo and the Bunnymen, OMD, The 20
Lightning Seeds and Cast. Here they were joined by Jennifer John, the Sense of Sound, and Bobbi Depasois, all in fantastic voice, to add authentic layers to the series of classic dance anthems. The playlist has been carefully chosen by Cream veterans K-Klass, and the tricky orchestrations scored by conductor Tim Crooks. And it all came together in a spectacular whole under the cathedral’s lofty vaulted ceiling and with a dazzling, and ever changing, light show.” Those lucky enough to have tickets to the sell-out event were quick to react on social media with many mentions of the spectacular venue and experience.
Five of our Vergers join the Church of England Guild of Vergers
Congratulations to the five, who were admitted into the Liverpool branch of the Guild in March. The Guild has been supporting the role of vergers in all churches in the C of E since 1932. Gratten Williams, Chairman of the Liverpool branch said "I'm delighted that Dave, Jonathan, Graham, Jack and Carlos have joined Tracey and myself in the Liverpool Branch of the Guild. “The other members of the Liverpool Branch are equally delighted to have Cathedral
Vergers in their midst and appreciated the encouragement and support that has been given by Dean Pete and the other members of Chapter. “As Chairman of the Liverpool branch I will encourage the cathedral vergers to take the opportunity the Guild offers for training and for forming new friendships both within and outside the Diocese of Liverpool.” »» Visit the website of Church of England Guild of Vergers at cofegv.org.uk
'GLORY, GLORY HALLELUJAH' - concert by Gordon Hendricks as 'ELVIS' Live music event featuring Gordon Hendricks as Elvis Presley with The Passionettes and Live Band on Saturday 25th June 2016 at 7.30pm. One of the world's finest tributes to Elvis Presley performing at the highest level for over 15 years winning acclaim at many major events and festivals internationally, will perform a special concert here at the Cathedral, in support of the Cathedral's '24 for 2024' appeal. »» For more information check our website www.liverpool.cathedral.org.uk. Tickets £24 from our Cathedral shop: www.cathedralshop.com
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IN OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS We pray for our Education department and in particular our Education Officer Jackie and her admin assistant Val. We also remember all of the great volunteers who help out with the numerous workshops and the thousands of children that attend during the year.
Exhibitions: • Embroiderers Guild • SLPS exhibition • Rob Floyd Exhibition
SCHOOL VISITS: • • • • • • • •
Nutgrove Methodist Aided Primary School College St Joseph La Providence Bedford Primary Frodsham Manor House Primary Birkenhead High St Oswald's St James’ Wigan Denstone College
Education: • Transition workshops
Worship Services/Prayer: • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Breakfast with the Bible Alpha Supper with the Scriptures Faith Academy Lunchtime Discipleship School of Theology Songs of Praise Pentecost Pageant Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations Summer Talks Ordination of Deacons Ordination of Priests Prayer Stations
Events: • LJMU Graduations • Liverpool Hope Graduations • Glory Glory Hallelujah
EMBRACING HOPE SERVICE The next Embracing Hope service is due to take place on Thursday 2nd June, 7pm to 9pm. Embracing Hope is open to all whose lives have been affected by the serious illness or loss of a child. People are invited to share in a simple, intimate service in the Lady Chapel and visit the Children's Chapel. »» For further details contact Dianne Rothwell on 0151 702 7201.
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DIARY MAY 15th 10.30am
Live BBC Broadcast - Pentecost Service. with preacher The Right Reverend Paul Bayes, Bishop of Liverpool.
3.00pm
Two Cathedrals Service, beginning at Liverpool Cathedral with procession to the Metropolitan Cathedral with preacher The Right Reverend Paul Bayes, Bishop of Liverpool.
JUNE 5th
3.00pm
Choral Evensong and Installation of Canon Chancellor.
11th 3.00pm
Choral Evensong and Ordination of Priests.
12th 3.00pm
Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations.
26th 10.30am
Ordination of Deacons.
JULY 17th 10.30am
92nd Consecration Anniversary Service - Festival Eucharist.
92nd Consecration Anniversary - Festival Choral Evensong.
3.00pm
Easter Flower Appeal 2016 Liverpool Cathedral Flower Guild would like to express their thanks for the generous support of this year's Easter Lily Fund Appeal. Thanks to your donations, which amounted to almost £300, the cathedral looked stunning with the floral display enjoyed by all our visitors over Easter. Thank you for your continued support. »» You can send a donation directly to: Liverpool Cathedral Christmas Flower Fund C/o Dianne Rothwell, St James’ House, 20 St James’ Road, Liverpool, L1 7BY. Kindly make cheques payable to 'Liverpool Cathedral' and write "Flowers Guild" on the reverse.
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OUR SERVICES Sunday 8:30am
Eucharist
10:30am
Choral Eucharist (in Main Space)
10:30am
Zone 2 (all age informal worship in Concert Room)
3:00pm
Choral Evensong*
4:00pm
Eucharist
Weekdays 8.30am
Morning Prayer
12:05pm
Eucharist
5:30pm
Choral Evensong*
Saturday 8:30am
Morning Prayer
12:05pm
Eucharist
3:00pm
Choral Evensong
*Said on Wednesdays and during school holidays unless visiting choirs present
www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk St James’ Mount, Liverpool L1 7AZ, 0151 709 6271
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