The Chrism Eucharist brings the clergy and laity of the diocese together to renew their commitment to follow Christ. The clergy renew their ordination vows before the Bishop, and the Oils of the sick, of baptism and of chrism are blessed. At the end of the service, the oils are distributed for use in parishes throughout the diocese.
Celebrant and Preacher: The Lord Bishop of Chichester, The Right Reverend Dr Martin Warner

A service of readings, reflection and organ music. Candles are lit, and extinguished, as we recount Jesus’ last days.

In this special Eucharist service, we recall Jesus’ supreme example of humble service in washing the feet of his disciples. Sung by the Cathedral Choir.
Celebrant and Preacher: The Dean, The Very Reverend Dr Edward Dowler
The service concludes with a silent vigil until 10pm

In this special service for children, families and caregivers, we follow in the footsteps of Jesus from Palm Sunday to Good Friday, pausing at different places in the Cathedral to remember the path to Calvary that Jesus followed.
The service will end with Hot Cross Buns.

The first half of the service (12.00-13.30) features Reflections on the Passion, led by Canon Vanessa Baron, Treasurer, and Canon Earl Collins, Chancellor.
In the second half (13.30-15.00), the Cathedral Choir sings the account of the trial and crucifixion of Jesus in The Liturgy of the Passion, and we are invited to pray before the cross.
Celebrant and Preacher: The Dean, The Very Reverend Dr Edward Dowler

In this special service marking the beginning of our Easter celebrations, our watching and waiting throughout Lent is rewarded with light.

Our service begins outside, where from a new fire the Paschal Candle is lit. As we process into the Cathedral, the light from the candle is shared amongst the congregation. We celebrate the victory of light over darkness, of life over death, as we hear scriptural readings telling of our creation by God and how he restores us to new life. Christians are then baptized and confirmed by the Bishop of Chichester, and welcomed into the family of the Church, before we all share in the First Eucharist of Easter.