Living Gently on the Earth
Published: 12th January 2024The latest Living Gently on the Earth programme from the Cathedral.
News
Appointing a new Dean of Worcester
Published: 3rd January 2024The process of appointing a new Dean of Worcester continues to move forward with confirmation of the names of those who will sit on the panel.
The Souls of our Shoes – 16 days of activism against gender-based violence
Published: 27th November 2023The Mothers’ Union has joined forces with the Cathedral and Worcester Community Trust for a powerful exhibition to raise awareness of domestic abuse and gender-based violence.
Becoming an Eco Cathedral
Published: 7th November 2023The Cathedral have produced a video about becoming an "Eco Cathedral" and their Living Gently on the Earth Series.
Licensing of our new Archdeacon of Worcester
Published: 6th November 2023Mark Badger will be licensed as our new Archdeacon of Worcester by Bishop John during Evensong in Worcester Cathedral at 5.30pm on Saturday 2 December.
The Dean of Worcester retires after 16 years
Published: 25th August 2023The Dean of Worcester, the Very Reverend Peter Atkinson, will officially retire on Friday 25 August, after more than 16 years in the post, and 43 years as a priest in the Church of England.
The Dean's Farewell
Published: 17th August 2023On Sunday 10 September, we shall say farewell to Peter Atkinson.
The importance of a long-term view
Published: 9th June 2023An article from the Dean of Worcester, Peter Atkinson for July editions of parish magazines.
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'Living Gently on the Earth'
Published: 10th May 2023The latest events, talks and workshops in the Cathedral's 'Living Gently on the Earth' series.
Churches mark the Coronation
Published: 7th May 2023Churches throughout the Diocese celebrated the King’s Coronation today, with prayers said in services and community lunches with coronation-themed cakes and family activities.
New book of the Dean's sermons
Published: 27th March 2023To mark his retirement later in 2023, Sacristy Press are publishing a collection of 50 sermons preached by the Dean, Peter Atkinson over the past 30 years.
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Robin Parry to be Associate Priest at the Cathedral
Published: 3rd January 2023Robin Parry is to be licensed to Worcester Cathedral as an associate priest with a remit for eco-spirituality, exploring the intersection of spirituality, worship, and ecology.
New Residentiary Canon appointed at the Cathedral
Published: 5th December 2022The Cathedral has announced that His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of the Reverend Kimberly Bohan as Residentiary Canon of Worcester Cathedral.
Harvest Festival in Worcester Cathedral
Published: 21st September 2022This year’s Farmers’ Harvest Festival will take place at 6.30pm on Sunday, 2 October in Worcester Cathedral. As with all festivals, this service will give thanks for the farmers who ensure we have food on our plates and celebrate rural life in general.
Bishop John to cycle the Camino
Published: 5th May 2022Bishop John and H-J will be cycling almost 500 miles on the Camino Frances to Santiago De Compostela in Spain to raise funds for the Cathedral.
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New Honorary Canons installed in the Cathedral
Published: 14th March 2022Ten new honorary Canons have been appointed at Worcester Cathedral in recognition of their work in both the Diocese and the wider Church. Appointments are made by the Bishop of Worcester in consultation with the Chapter of the Cathedral.
Knife Angel visits Worcester
Published: 1st March 2022During March 2022, the Knife Angel visits Worcester city centre. This imposing structure stands at 8 metres tall and is constructed from over 100,000 knives and blades confiscated by UK police forces.
A call to prayer for Ukraine
Published: 24th February 2022Bishop John calls on all in the Diocese of Worcester to pray for the people of Ukraine and for peace, and for the leaders of the West as they deliberate on how to respond to the terrible unprovoked aggression of Russia.
New Cathedral Precentor installed
Published: 31st January 2022The Revd John Paul Hoskins was installed as a Residentiary Canon and Precentor of Worcester Cathedral on Saturday in a special service of Evensong.
New Precentor at Worcester Cathedral
Published: 8th October 2021The Chapter of Worcester Cathedral is delighted that The Queen has approved the appointment of the Revd John Paul Hoskins as the new Residentiary Canon and Precentor.
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Latest News
Connecting with young people in Alvechurch
12th June 2025
St Laurence Church in Alvechurch, just outside Redditch, has a group of young people who attend church with their families. The Ministry team has been working with the group to explore ways of helping them feel that it’s their church too, involving them with different ministries.