What's on Christmas 2012

WHAT’S ONCHRISTMAS 2012

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

AddressLiverpool CathedralSt James MountLiverpoolL1 7AZ

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ContentsCathedral Worship p4Christmas Lunch in the Welsford p8Christmas Events p9Exclusive Fine Dining p13Diary p14New Year Fun for Children p16Three Great Late Night Events p16Christmas Opening Hours p17The People’s Path p18Adopt an Organ Pipe p18Thought Provoking Bible Study p19Alpha 2013 p20Regular Worship p21School of Theology p22Lent Talks p22Organ Gala 2013 p23Organ Recitals 2013 p23Traditional Christmas Gifts p24

WELCOMETradition has it that a Christmas Wreath on your door promises a warm welcome when you cross the threshold. Last year our massive wreath heralded just that and as we look forward to Christmas 2012 that warm welcome is guaranteed. That welcome will be evident from the Darkness to Light service which marks the start of advent to the Festival Eucharist on Christmas morning. It will be there for the old friends who return for the myriad of carol concerts and services. It will be present for our new guests. At the busiest time of our year you can find so much to do and where best to make sense of Christmas at the Cathedral than with this comprehensive guide. We look forward to welcoming you this year.

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.

Cover image: Peter Goodbody www.p3dro.co.uk

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CATHEDRALWORSHIPBSL Messy Church BSL Messy Church. Fast paced, action

packed and very messy. Join in with this fun all age church for the deaf community and friends in the Concert Room.

Saturday 1 December 4.00pm

From Darkness to Light

A candlelit service for the first day of Advent to celebrate the light which Christ brings into the world.

Throughout the service, Choir and Clergy move in procession from ‘darkness to light’, and as the light gradually grows, so the darkness is banished. Including music by Palestrina, Naylor, Howells, Byrd and Weelkes.

Sunday 2 December 5.30pm

Lighting of the Tree and Blessing of the Crib

A delightful service for every member of the family. Join in Carols with the Cathedral Choir as we gather around the Crib with its live figures.


The Holly Bough Carol Service

Liverpool’s unique traditional service of readings and carols with the procession of the Holly Bough and Christmas trees through the darkened Cathedral.Sunday 23 December 3.00pm

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Carols for Christmas Eve

This short service of carols and readings is an ideal preparation for Christmas Day, especially suitable for those with young children. BSL Interpreted.

Monday 24 December 3.00pm

Christmas Midnight Eucharist

With the Cathedral Chamber Choir worship the newborn King and receive his love in the first moments of Christmas Day.Monday 24 December 11.30pm

Festival Eucharist for Christmas Day

Join us on Christmas morning as the Bishop of Liverpool presides at the Festival service as we celebrate the birth of Jesus our Saviour. The Dean of Liverpool is the preacher. BSL Interpreted.

Tuesday 25 December 10.30am

SUPPORTING CHARITIES

Local

Support Asylum Seekers

L’Arche (Liverpool)

Every Christmas the generosity of our congregations and visitors helps with the work of excellent local and international charities. This year we are delighted to be supporting:

National and International

Children’s Society

St George’s Baghdad

CHRISTMAS LUNCH IN THE WELSFORD

Throughout December The Welsford will serve a seasonally inspired menu and, of course, feature a traditional turkey Christmas lunch with all the trimmings, including coffee and mince pie.Every day 12pm - 3pm Main only - £8.50, with soup or pudding - £11.50

Children’s portion sold at £4.50 Groups up to 10 welcome (booking advised) Subject to availability

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CHRISTMASEVENTSLearn to Play Carols on Handbells

As part of our popular Twilight Tower Tour evenings learn from our experts how to play carols on the handbells. No previous experience required. Mulled wine and festive treats available to buy on the night. Look out for more special evenings on our website.

Thursday 29 November7.00pm - 8.00pm£7.50 including entry to Twilight Tower Tour

Sampling Saturdays Sample our range of Christmas Fayre from the Welsford Festive Menu & Preserves from the Cathedral Shop.Saturday 1 & Saturday 15

December 11.00am - 4.00pmFree

Meningitis Trust Carol Concert

The Trust returns for an exquisite blend of musical performances, monologues, carols and readings.

Monday 3 December 7.30pmTickets: £8Available from 0845 120 4530

Action for Children Carol Concert

Mixing traditional Christmas music and carols this is a fantastic evening performance from Liverpool schools, choirs and bands.Wednesday 5 December

7.00pmTickets: £7 Conc: £5

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Royal Signals Service

Noel III A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols Featuring the Bank of the Royal Corps of Signals accompanied by the St Nicholas Singers and Emma James. The Service will begin with a Parade of Standards and a short Service of Remembrance.

This is a military event produced by the Project Noel Group of the Royal Signals Association, with all proceeds donated to the Royal Signals Benevolent Fund.

Friday 7 December 2.15pmFree

Sancta Lucia ‘Festival of Light’ Service

A unique and beautifully atmospheric Swedish procession and service of light, featuring the choir ‘Till Glädje’ from Alingsås and Karlstad, Sweden

Saturday 8 December 6.00pmTickets: £5

Renaissance Music Group in the Lady Chapel

This year’s recital consists of a programme of music of the German Baroque, telling the Christmas Story. Performance by Renaissance Music Group and Sonnatas a Tre.

Sunday 9 December 8.00pmTickets: £8 Conc: £5

NSPCC Carol Concert

A welcome return to the NSPCC with songs and carols for the festive season. Performers include Wirral Schools Concert band & Liverpool Signing Choir.Tuesday 11 December 7.30pm

Tickets: £8 Conc: £5Available from [email protected] 0844 892 0253

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Cheshire and Merseyside NHS Carol Concert

Celebrating Britain 2012 - this 27th annual celebration of carols performed by the choirs of the Cheshire and Merseyside NHS, bids farewell to the jubilant year that was 2012 and starts the festive season with a programme of joyful music and song.

Wednesday 12 December 7.30pmFree

Alder Centre Candle Service

The Alder Centre, part of Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, offers support to anyone affected by the death of a child. This service is an opportunity for those affected by the loss of a child to share, reflect and remember together, at what can be a particularly difficult time of year.

Children’s names are read out and there are specially-chosen readings and music. Names can be registered with the Alder Centre in advance or on the night. All welcome.

Thursday 13 December 7.30pm

BBC Radio Merseyside Carol Service

It’s great to see our favourite Radio Merseyside presenters and guests bringing a celebration of familiar carols. All proceeds donated to BBC Children in Need.

Friday 14 December 7.30pmTickets: £5.00Available from BBC Radio Merseyside 0151 708 5500

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Marie Curie ‘Lights to Remember’ Service

This Christmas Marie Curie Cancer Care would like to invite you to dedicate a light to remember someone who is in your thoughts, at their annual Lights to Remember Service.


Radio City Carol Concert

Annual concert in aid of Radio City’s Cash for Kids. This year we’re supported by Liverpool Football Club, and the event will be Hosted by Radio City’s Jay Hynd and Claire Simonsen. The evening will include performances from Liverpool’s Sense of Sound, local Children’s Choirs & Special guests.

Wednesday 19 December 7.00pmTickets: £10 priority seating and refreshments. Standard and conc: £5Available from Cathedral Shop orwww.radiocity.co.uk/carolconcert or 0151 472 6965

Liverpool Echo Carol Concert

Liverpool Echo’s popular annual celebration of carols returns with special guests. This great evening is in aid of Liverpool Unites, the official charity of the Liverpool Echo, raising funds for Alder Hey Children’s Hospital.

Friday 21 December 7.30pmTickets: £10 Conc: £7Family: £25

A Christmas Sequence

A recital of Seasonal Music & Readings, sung by the Cathedral Choir.

Saturday 22 December 3.00pm Free

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EXCLUSIVE FINE DINING

Have a special Christmas event at the Sir Giles Gilbert Scott Suite with the very best in festive menus in the most special of locations. From £25 per person we are offering the chance for your group to sample the best in local seasonal fayre.

Bespoke packages are also available & we look forward to making your party memorable, please contact Jenny Day on 0151 702 7205 or [email protected]

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DIARY16th Oct - 19th Dec Cards for Good Causes 10am-4pm daily

29th Nov Thur 7.00pm Learn to Play Carols on Handbells

December

1st Sat 11-4pm Sampling Saturday

1st Sat 4.00pm BSL Messy Church

2nd Sun 5.30pm From Darkness to Light

3rd Mon 7.30pm Meningitis Trust Carol Concert

5th Wed 7.00pm Action for Children Carol Concert

7th Fri 2.30pm Royal Signals Carol Service

8th Sat 6.00pm Sancta Lucia ‘Festival of Light’ Service

9th Sun 8.00pm Renaissance Music Group in the Lady Chapel

10th Mon 7.30pm Liverpool College Carol Service*

11th Tues 7.30pm Belvedere Carol Service*

11th Tues 7.30pm NSPCC Carol Concert

12th Wed 7.30pm Cheshire and Merseyside NHS Carol Concert

13th Thur 7.30pm Alder Centre Candle Service

14th Fri 7.30pm Radio Merseyside Carol Service

15th Sat 11-4pm Sampling Saturday

16th Sun 3.00pm Lighting of the Tree and Blessing of the Crib

16th Sun 6.00pm Marie Curie ‘Lights to Remember’ Service

17th Mon 7.00pm Archbishop Blanch Carol Service*

18th Tues 7.30pm St Hilda’s Carol Service*

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19th Wed 7.00pm Radio City Carol Concert

20th Thur 12.30pm St Margaret’s Carol Service*

21st Fri 7.30pm Liverpool ECHO Carol Concert

22nd Sat 3.00pm A Christmas Sequence

23rd Sun 3.00pm The Holly Bough Carol Service

24th Mon 3.00pm Carols for Christmas Eve

24th Mon 11.30pm Christmas Midnight Eucharist

25th Tues 10.30am Festival Eucharist for Christmas Day

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Car ParkOur large secure car park is free for Cathedral worship. Charges may apply for other events, see website.

AccessibilityWe work hard to make all our events accessible. Contact our Visitor Services Manager [email protected] or 0151 702 7284 for details.

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Plan your visitFor full event, booking information and opening times please visit www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk

Book ticketswww.cathedralshop.com0151 702 7255

Our shop will be open, and tea, coffee & snacks will be available until the start of every event and service.

Looking to fill those post Christmas days? From 28th Dec to 31st Dec we will have some great fun activities for young people to take part in. See website for more details.

Thursday 29 November 7.00pmLearn to Play Carols on HandbellsLearn from our experts how to play carols on the handbells. Mulled wine and festive treats available to buy on the night.Tickets: £7.50

Thursday 31 January 7.00pmEmbroidery WorkshopTry your hand at embroidery with our experts and visit the Elizabeth Hoare Embroidery Gallery. Tickets: £7.50

Thursday 14 February Champagne Views of the CityStart your romantic evening off with beautiful twilight views of the city with champagne and chocolates available to buy on the night. Last ticket 7.30pmTickets: £5.00

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THREE GREAT LATE NIGHT

EVENTS

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CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS For our shop, catering and tower experience.

Thank you for supporting the shop, catering outlets and visitor attractions in 2012. The money you spend with us helps support the mission and ministry of Liverpool Cathedral. We look forward to your custom in 2013.

Christmas Eve Mon 24 Dec 10am-3pm

Christmas Day Tue 25 Dec closed

Boxing Day Wed 26 Dec closed

Thur 27 Dec Shop 10am-4pm

Mezzanine 10am-3.30pm

Welsford 10am-4pm

Fri 28th Dec Shop 10am-4pm


Welsford 10am-4pm

Sat 29th Dec Shop 9am-5pm


Welsford 9am-4.30pm

Sun 30th Dec Shop 12pm-4.30pm

Mezzanine closed

Welsford 11am-4.30pm

New Year’s Eve Mon 31st Dec Shop 10am-4pm


Welsford 10am-4pm

New Year’s Day Tue 1st Jan closed


Pick up a booklet from the Welcome Desk, call 0151 702 7226 or visit www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk for more details

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For a unique and unusual present for the organ enthusiast why not adopt one of our magnificent organ’s 10,268 pipes. Prices start from £2.

When you adopt a pipe you receive a special certificate, priority booking at the Gala opening and other events and the adopters’ name recorded in our special commemorative book.

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EucharistChoral EucharistZONE 2 - Concert RoomChoral EvensongEucharist

Morning PrayerEucharistChoral Evensong (Said on Wednesdays and during school

holidays unless visiting choirs present)

Morning PrayerEucharistChoral Evensong

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You’re invited to a meal introducing the course on Wednesday 16th January 2013 7.00pm in the Concert RoomTo find out more or sign up, contact Clare Kerrigan tel: 0151 702 7220 email: [email protected]

THOUGHT PROVOKINGBIBLE STUDY


Large Education Room Sunday 9.15am

13th, 27th January3rd, 10th February3rd, 10th, 27th, 24th March

Concert RoomMonday 6.30pm

14th, 28th January4th, 11th February4th, 11th, 18th, 25th March

Led by The Very Revd Dr Pete WilcoxDean of Liverpool

Week 1: The Gospel of LukeWeek 2: The PsalmsWeek 3: The Prophet AmosWeek 4: The Letter of St Paul to the GalatiansWeek 5: The Book of JobWeek 6: The Book of RuthWeek 7: The Revelation of St JohnWeek 8: The Book of Lamentations

Starts Wednesday 16 January 7.30-9.30pm £4/£2 on the door Pay upfront for whole term and receive 10% discount Full course information from www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk/sot

THE HOLY SPIRIT AND THE CHURCH

LORD TEACH US TO PRAY

Beginning Thursday 7 March 2013 for 4 weeks at 7.30pm Bishop James Jones offers reflections and exercises to help us to pray concluding with a 15 minute service of compline at 8.30pm.

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Mon 1 April 11.15am Easter Bank Holiday - Professor Ian Tracey

Mon 6 May 11.15am Liverpool Organ Day - David Poulter

Mon 27 May 11.15am Bank Holiday - Paul Bowen - Bradford

Sat 20 July 4.00pm Ernest Pratt Memorial - Nicholas Miller

Sat 27 July 4.00pm Jon Barton - Our Lady’s Church, Birkenhead

Sat 3 August 4.00pm Paul Walton - Bristol Cathedral

Sat 10 August 4.00pm Matthew Dunn - St Botolph’s Church, London

Sat 17 August 4.00pm Peter Morrison - Bolton School

Sat 24 August 4.00pm Dr Julian Gunn - St John Ranmoor, Sheffield

Mon 26 August 11.15am Summer Bank Holiday Recital - Ian Wells - Hon Deputy Organist

Sat 31 August 4.00pm Andrew Sharples - Bishop Eton, Liverpool

Sat 7 September 4.00pm Julie-Ann Carr - Southport

Sat 19 October 3.00pm Festival Evensong & 87th Anniversary Recital - Professor Ian Tracey

ORGAN RECITALS 2013

ORGAN GALA 2013

Proceeds from this concert will support the Organ Appeal, for more information pick up a booklet or visit www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk

given by

Organist Titulaire, Notre Dame Paris

Saturday 29th June 7.30pm

Our award winning shop understands the true meaning of Christmas and we’ve sourced traditional and unusual gifts from around the world. With many fair trade items and our largest range of nativity sets ever, this year you will find that extra special Christmas gift, visit www.cathedralshop.com

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