The Liturgy of Maundy Thursday

for 1 hour
Christ Church Cathedral
St Aldate's Oxford, OX1 1DP, United Kingdom

Join us as we begin the 'sacred triduum' (the special three day cycle of services remembering the betrayal, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus) with the traditional remembrance of the Last Supper. The Liturgy of Maundy Thursday marks the beginning of the final act of the Passion narrative. We remember Jesus and his disciples celebrating together the Passover, before Jesus goes to the garden of Gethsemane. The service ends in silence with the altars and sanctuary stripped of their vestments. You are invited to witness this and remain in the Cathedral until midnight if you wish. If you would like to participate in the washing of feet, please email the Succentor at [email protected].

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The Liturgy of Maundy Thursday

for 1 hour
Christ Church Cathedral
St Aldate's Oxford, OX1 1DP, United Kingdom

Join us as we begin the 'sacred triduum' (the special three day cycle of services remembering the betrayal, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus) with the traditional remembrance of the Last Supper. The Liturgy of Maundy Thursday marks the beginning of the final act of the Passion narrative. We remember Jesus and his disciples celebrating together the Passover, before Jesus goes to the garden of Gethsemane. The service ends in silence with the altars and sanctuary stripped of their vestments. You are invited to witness this and remain in the Cathedral until midnight if you wish. If you would like to participate in the washing of feet, please email the Succentor at [email protected].

Safeguarding

Christ Church is a place of worship, pilgrimage, sanctuary, and activity, and it should be a safe place for all. Safeguarding forms part of our everyday working practice and is the responsibility of everyone at Christ Church Cathedral. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Chapter Safeguarding Officer, The Revd Dr Zachary Guiliano (Priest Vicar), and a Cathedral Safeguarding Lead, Matthew Dickins (Cathedral Administrator). Our Diocese of Oxford’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our Safeguarding team. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact our Safeguarding team through the link below or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor. 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.

Safeguarding at Christ Church Cathedral