Worship
-
20 Jun 2026
in WorshipLicensing service for lay ministers
Five new Readers, and one lay pioneer minister will be licensed to serve in parishes across our diocese. Read more
-
27 Jun 2026
in WorshipOrdination of deacons
Bishop Jonathan will ordain three candidates as deacons in our cathedral. They’ll go on to serve as assistant curates in their parishes. Read more
-
27 Jun 2026
in WorshipOrdination of priests
Bishop Jonathan will ordain 11 deacons as priests in this service in our cathedral. They were ordained for the first time last year, have been serving as assistant curates, and will now become priests and be able to celebrate Communion. Read more
-
28 Jun 2026
in WorshipWelcome service for the new Archdeacon of the Isle of Wight
You are invited to attend a special service to welcome our new Archdeacon, The Venerable Barry Dugmore at Newport Minster. Following the service, refreshments will be served.
Read more -
28 Jun 2026
in WorshipTaizé Service
Taizé-style worship offers an opportunity for peace and quiet, for stillness and reassurance. Read more
-
12 Jul 2026
in WorshipOpen Table
A safe, sacred space for LGBTQIA+ Christians and all who believe in an inclusive Church. Read more
-
12 Jul 2026
in WorshipTaste of Taizé
You are welcome for a shared meal and/or for the Taizé service – a gentle, contemplative service of prayer, Taizé song and silence. Read more
-
28 Jul 2026
in WorshipTaizé service
A short service in the Taizé style. Read more
-
1 May 2027
in WorshipCelebration of the centenary of our diocese and cathedral
Join us as we mark precisely 100 years since the creation of Portsmouth Diocese, and 100 years since St Thomas's Church became Portsmouth Cathedral. Read more
-
18 Jul 2027
in WorshipOutdoor centenary celebration
Join us as we mark 100 years since the creation of Portsmouth Diocese and since St Thomas's Church became Portsmouth Cathedral. We'll join together for an amazing outdoor service on Governors' Green, bringing together congregations from around the diocese. Read more