Wakefield Cathedral

Supporting communities across @LeedsCofE // Offering worship, wellbeing and wonderment // Inviting all to walk alongside us to share in God’s love

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but also faces serious challenges with health, education, and productivity outcomes less than the national average. Wakefield Cathedral is glad to work with such fantastic partners to raise aspiration and help all our community to flourish.

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Wakefield District is amazing place with committed leaders who work across sectors; brilliant road and rail links; cultural, education, business, and charity assets; and more ...

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Fantastic to have a packed Bishop's Breakfast of business, education, and third sector leaders to hear about the challenges facing our district and @MyWakefield's economic regeneration plans this morning @WakeCathedral @LeedsCofE

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What a night! 🎸✨

Thanks to David Live for an incredible performance of The Music of David Bowie at the Cathedral on Saturday.

It may have been warm, but that didn't stop everyone singing, dancing and celebrating Bowie's timeless music!

Thanks to everyone who joined us!

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We can't wait to welcome Sam to Wakefield later this summer. Please keep them in your prayers as they prepare for this new chapter. 🙏

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📢 We're delighted to announce that Revd Sam Crook will be joining Wakefield Cathedral later this summer as our new Associate Priest.

Please join us in giving Sam a very warm welcome!

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Dean of Wakefield, @pphobday, said:

"Sam's deep faith, thoughtfulness and love for people shone through the recruitment process. We're thrilled she will be bringing her gifts and experience to our team and our community."

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Shaken, not stirred...what a night! 🍸

Thank you to everyone who joined us as we welcomed the Great British Film Orchestra to the Cathedral for The Music of James Bond.

From Goldfinger to Skyfall, it was an unforgettable evening of iconic music in a spectacular setting.

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As the academic year draws to a close, we offer thanks to our Music Team, Cathedral Choirs, parents, families, chaperones & volunteers.

Your dedication, countless hours of service & love for our music ministry enrich our worship week by week.

Wishing you all a restful summer!

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A big thank you to our friends at @Yorksphilchoir for inviting us to your special Patrons & Friends evening on Tuesday.🎶

We were delighted to attend such a lovely evening of music & hospitality.

We're proud to work together & look forward to another fantastic season ahead!💙

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Wakefield Cathedral is delighted to announce the appointment of John Eager as its new Chief Operating Officer, with John set to take up the role in September 2026.

Read more here ⬇️ https://t.co/dCg05a4qUx

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You might have spotted a new face around @WakeCathedral over the last week or so...

We're delighted to welcome Becca Parkin, who's with us on placement as part of her training for ordained ministry.

Find out more about Becca's journey here: https://t.co/AswJpREQTY

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In addition, delighted to host Castleford Salvation Army in the second half of the concert. Thank you to everyone who performed and to all who came along to support this memorable evening.

We hope to welcome you back soon – but let's not leave it another 100 years!

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A huge thank you to Castleford Male Voice Choir for choosing the Cathedral to host your Centenary Concert this evening. We were proud and grateful to be part of such a special celebration of 100 years of music and community. 🎶

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It was also wonderful to welcome Kidderminster Male Choir and Blackpool Male Voice Choir to Wakefield, and to extend a true Yorkshire welcome to all our visiting singers and supporters. Thank you for filling the Cathedral with such fantastic music.

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We look forward to continuing to strengthen the friendship between our two cathedrals and @riponcathedral, serving our communities and supporting the mission of the Church across the @LeedsCofE.

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We are delighted to congratulate @Bfdcathedral on the appointment of Dipika Kaushal as their new Chief Operating Officer.

We wish Dipika every blessing and success as she prepares to take up this important role. 🎉

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Bradford Cathedral is delighted to announce the appointment of Dipika Kaushal as its new Chief Operating Officer.

Read more here ⬇️ https://t.co/1GVmQ0NbWW

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As Dipika and John prepare to begin their new roles, we hold them both in our prayers and pray for wisdom, guidance and every blessing in the months ahead.