Light up a Life Service

for 1 hour
Hereford Cathedral
5 College Cloisters Cathedral Close Hereford, HR1 2NG, United Kingdom

We warmly invite you, your family, and friends to join us for a Light up a Life service.
Sunday 14 December at 6pm.

Light up a Life offers a chance to come together with others who understand the experience of grieving the loss of a loved one. At the service, candles are lit, each representing the life and memories of someone special.

The service is an inclusive and beautiful occasion featuring music, readings, refreshments, and a moment of reflection for those who have held a special place in our hearts. Everyone is welcome to attend, regardless of their connection. The service is suitable for the entire family and we welcome people of all ages.

It’s free to attend, but as always, we’d love you to consider making a donation on the night if you are able to, to help us continue caring for people this Christmas.
After the service, you will have a chance to view the Books of Remembrance. This contains the names of those who had a dedication made to them before 27th November.

This service is very popular, so we’d suggest you arrive by 5.30pm to secure your seat/s.

We’d ask that you pre-register to let us know you are coming so that we can accommodate numbers, but please be aware that this does not guarantee seating.

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Hereford Cathedral

This beautiful building is the home of a community which has worshipped together here continuously for 1,300 years. It is first and foremost a Christian church where the people of Hereford and countless pilgrims have come, and still come, to offer worship and thanks to God. With this central mission to proclaim Christ’s love, it has therefore always welcomed visitors.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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5 College Cloisters
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Hereford

HR1 2NG
01432 374200

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Light up a Life Service

for 1 hour
Hereford Cathedral
5 College Cloisters Cathedral Close Hereford, HR1 2NG, United Kingdom

We warmly invite you, your family, and friends to join us for a Light up a Life service.
Sunday 14 December at 6pm.

Light up a Life offers a chance to come together with others who understand the experience of grieving the loss of a loved one. At the service, candles are lit, each representing the life and memories of someone special.

The service is an inclusive and beautiful occasion featuring music, readings, refreshments, and a moment of reflection for those who have held a special place in our hearts. Everyone is welcome to attend, regardless of their connection. The service is suitable for the entire family and we welcome people of all ages.

It’s free to attend, but as always, we’d love you to consider making a donation on the night if you are able to, to help us continue caring for people this Christmas.
After the service, you will have a chance to view the Books of Remembrance. This contains the names of those who had a dedication made to them before 27th November.

This service is very popular, so we’d suggest you arrive by 5.30pm to secure your seat/s.

We’d ask that you pre-register to let us know you are coming so that we can accommodate numbers, but please be aware that this does not guarantee seating.

More info

Safeguarding

Hereford Cathedral is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults from harm. We follow Church of England guidance and policies, and have our own Safeguarding team. The safeguarding pages on the cathedral's website contain our policy, vital links and information including contact information.

Chapter has appointed Marc Leppard as the Designated Safeguarding Lead at Hereford Cathedral to monitor and promote sound safeguarding practice throughout the cathedral. Marc is a member of the cathedral’s Safeguarding Management Group which meets regularly to discuss safeguarding issues. Contact Marc on 01432 374 200 or [email protected]

Lay Canon and Chapter member Dr Duncan Jones is the Safeguarding Lead for Chapter and holds an advisory position giving guidance and support to Chapter and the wider cathedral community. Duncan has a background in education and school inspection. He is a member of the Cathedral’s Safeguarding Management Group and he can be contacted via email [email protected]

Carl Steventon is the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer for the Diocese of Hereford. He provides advice, information and support and liaises with both voluntary and statutory bodies. His role within the cathedral is to advise the Safeguarding Leads on all aspects of safeguarding relating to both children and adults and to ensure appropriate procedures are followed. Carl attends and contributes to the Safeguarding Management Group. Contact Carl on [email protected].

Carl is also contactable via mobile for any ‘out of hours’ incidents or concerns on 07593 817717, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the Designated Safeguarding Lead or the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer.

If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

Find out more about Safeguarding at Hereford Cathedral here

Hereford Cathedral Charity No. 1205397