Blog
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Meet the Gregory family
For Truro Cathedral Choir’s senior lay vicar, chorister mentor, and one of its head choristers, choir life really is a family affair. That’s because collectively, Marc, Annabel and Katherine, …
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Thoughts and thanks to all who support the cathedral
It is not always widely understood that cathedrals up and down the country are, for the most part, self-funded. Independent from the central institutions of the Church of England and from dioceses, …
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Trialling the ‘tap’
Visitors to Truro Cathedral now have the option to ‘tap’ to support the cathedral, thanks to its trial of a new contactless donation point located by the main entrance.
The small unit allows people …
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January 2020
There are certain times of the year which provide a natural pause for thought. Approaching a birthday is one of them (a year older may not necessarily mean a year wiser), but for most of us the turn …
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Twas three days after Christmas...
…and all through the cathedral, all manner of creatures were stirring, including a (pet) mouse! Dean Roger reveals why the Carol Service for Pets is among his favourite services…
“Welcoming a new …
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In the bleak midwinter
In the bleak midwinterFrosty wind made moanEarth stood hard as ironWater like a stoneSnow had fallenSnow on snow, snow on snowIn the bleak midwinterLong ago
In the bleak midwinter is one of the …
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Christmas in the cathedral shop
Finishing touches have been made to glittering window displays throughout high streets across the land as shoppers flock to find that perfect gift. With Christmas fast approaching, Celia Bray, shop …
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Celebrating 30 years’ service
November 2019 marked a special anniversary for Senior Lay Vicar, Marc Gregory, who celebrated his 30th anniversary of joining Truro Cathedral Choir as a bass. Dean Roger said: “It is quite something …
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Support at Christmastime
For many, Christmas can be a challenging time when problems in our lives are more difficult to cope with. Each day throughout the year, but particularly over the festive season, Truro Cathedral …