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Advent and Christmas Services,
Concerts and Events 2024

We warmly welcome you to join us this year for
our Christmas celebrations.

View the listing below, or download a PDF of our Advent and Christmas brochure.

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For Children

Download our activity sheet with a word-search, colouring sheet and papercraft angel to decorate and cut out.

Christmas Trail Activites: Download a PDF to print

Southwell Minster Christmas Windows Video Tour

You can also watch this video tour on the Southwell Minster Youtube channel: VIEW HERE

The Shepherds Tale Video

You can also watch this tale on the Southwell Minster Youtube channel: VIEW HERE

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Christmas Joy! Have you been following our short s

Christmas Joy! Have you been following our short series of festive films? If so you’ll have seen all the readers on their best behaviour… Now it’s time to show what happened behind the scenes with ‘Christmas Joy – The Outtakes’…

If you miss one of our Christmas videos this week, don't worry, all videos will be posted to https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas-videos/

🎄 Details of our Christmas services can be found at https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas2024/

All are welcome, always.

🎄 Your financial support of this charity helps us thrive as a living cathedral for a living community. You can donate quickly and easily here at https://www.southwellminster.org/donate/
Thank you for your support – every pound really does make a difference.

Christmas Joy! ‘In the bleak midwinter’ by Chr

Christmas Joy! ‘In the bleak midwinter’ by Christina Rossetti is one of the most beautiful winter poems of all time, read here by Minster Steward Shaun Boney. Keep watching for an important message from the Dean, Revd Canon Dr Neil Evans.

🎄 Details of our Christmas services can be found at https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas2024/

All are welcome, always.
If you miss one of our Christmas videos this week, don't worry, all videos will be posted to https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas-videos/

🎄 Your financial support of this charity helps us thrive as a living cathedral for a living community. You can donate quickly and easily here at https://www.southwellminster.org/donate/

Thank you for your support – every pound really does make a difference.

Christmas Joy! Today we invite you to listen to th

Christmas Joy! Today we invite you to listen to the words of ‘What sweeter music’ by Robert Herrick, immortalised in Sir John Rutter’s wonderful Christmas anthem.

🎄 Details of our Christmas services can be found at https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas2024/

All are welcome, always.

If you miss one of our Christmas videos this week, don't worry, all videos will be posted to https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas-videos/

Christmas Joy! Today’s short festive film featu

Christmas Joy!
Today’s short festive film features the cathedral’s Chief Operating Officer, David Coulthard, with a carol that needs no introduction, followed by an important message from the Dean, Revd Canon Dr Neil Evans.

🎄 Details of our Christmas services can be found at https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas2024/
All are welcome, always.

If you miss one of our Christmas videos this week, don't worry, all videos will be posted to https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas-videos/

🎄 Your financial support of this charity helps us thrive as a living cathedral for a living community. You can donate quickly and easily here at https://www.southwellminster.org/donate/

Thank you for your support – every pound really does make a difference.

These beautiful, bespoke rose vestments were worn

These beautiful, bespoke rose vestments were worn for the first time at yesterday’s Cathedral Eucharist.

Rose (pink) vestments are traditionally worn on the third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday) and the fourth Sunday of Lent (Laetare or Mothering Sunday), symbolising hope and expectation.

The vestments were created by members of the Minster’s Needlework Guild and designed by their Tutor, Emma Frith.

The designs bring together motifs associated with the Minster’s history and with the Blessed Virgin Mary, our Patron.

This week, we are releasing a series of short Chri

This week, we are releasing a series of short Christmas videos featuring a daily message from the Dean, while members of the Minster community read texts of their favourite Christmas poems and carols.

First up is Diana, Head of Education, reading ‘The Three Kings’ by Peter Cornelius.

If you miss one, don't worry, all videos will be posted to https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas-videos/

🎄Details of our Christmas services can be found at https://www.southwellminster.org/christmas2024/

All are welcome, always.

Don't forget it's our annual Christingle Service t

Don't forget it's our annual Christingle Service this Sunday at 5pm.

The Christingle service is an unmissable milestone for families on the journey to Christmas.

All welcome for oranges, candles, and carols

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The Magic of Christmas Join us for a special conc

The Magic of Christmas

Join us for a special concert this Christmas at Southwell Minster

Saturday 14 December, 7.30pm

A special evening of festive fun in the company of the Cathedral Choir and the East Midlands’ professional orchestra, Sinfonia Viva. Our very own Director of Music, Paul Provost, will oversee proceedings.

Sing along to Christmas classics and discover glorious choral and instrumental music – perfect to get you in the Christmas spirit.

Tickets selling fast - get yours now from https://www.southwellminster.org/the-magic-of-christmas-2024/

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The results are in! Our very final #Southwell140

The results are in!
Our very final #Southwell140 exhibition object, and your choice is...

THE CAT PRINT BRICK 😽
The brick was voted as the most popular object in the Cathedral 140 Exhibition. That naughty Roman puss has obviously left its mark on you all! 🐾

Thank you for following our exhibition from February to November this year. We’ve had a lot of fun sharing all 140 objects with you! And enjoyed your thoughts about each object along the way. If you've enjoyed our 140 exhibition please also consider making a donation of what you can, to keep this heritage preserved for another 140 years!

Remember, just because the exhibition is over doesn’t mean you can’t still come and visit us! A lot of the objects featured are permanently on display here, like the windows, artwork, carvings and garden. Please do come and say hello and enjoy this stunning and glorious place with us!
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Our penultimate #Southwell140 object is the STEWA

Our penultimate #Southwell140 object is the
STEWARDS’ CHOICE:
THE FLIGHT TO EGYPT
We asked our Stewards to tell us their favourites from a Minster filled with treasures. The Flight to Egypt was very popular but there are many more.
“A beautifully carved piece showing influences of the Arts & Crafts Movement. Beautiful woods, colours and textures. Mary, Joseph and the baby fleeing for their lives. Superior expressions on the camels’ faces and world-weary donkey. Robert Kiddey lived and worked in Newark. We should make more of him and his work.” Wendy
Our Stewards are here to welcome you and answer any questions. You can find them in their blue gowns.

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #artsandcrafts

Our first #Southwell140 exhibition object this wee

Our first #Southwell140 exhibition object this week is the
CANON’S CHOICE:
THE KELHAM MADONNA
This beautiful wooden sculpture of the Madonna and Child was crafted in 1952 by Alan Coleman. It was gifted to the Minster in 1974.

“This unusual image of Mary and Jesus reminds me of the Minster’s dedication to the Blessed Virgin Mary, and of our links to the story of Christianity in Nottinghamshire. I often stop here to pray on my way into or out of the Cathedral.” - Canon Precentor, The Revd Dr Richard Frith

Visit our celebratory exhibition - everyone is welcome!
Entry is free, but if you're enjoying our 140 exhibition please do donate what you can to keep this heritage preserved for another 140 years! www.southwellminster.org/theme/donate/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #cathedralgardens #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #KelhamMadonna #Kelham #Madonna

Our #Southwell140 exhibition object for today is

Our #Southwell140 exhibition object for today is
NEEDLEWORK GUILD’S CHOICE:
DESIGN PORTFOLIO 🧵
The Needlework Guild bring the Minster to life with their beautiful, handcrafted textiles.

Embroidery has been a key part of Christian worship since the early church. By the 12th century, when the Minster was built, embroidered vestments and church furnishings were as important as its stonework, stained glass and woodwork.

Visit us to learn more and see all 14 exhibits for yourself - everyone is welcome! Entry is free, but if you're enjoying our 140 exhibition please do donate what you can to keep this heritage preserved for another 140 years! www.southwellminster.org/theme/donate/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #Bishop #copecase #cope #mitre #Bishops #BishopOfSouthwell #Diocese #embroidery #embroideryguild #embroideryofinstagram #sewing #sewingbee

Our focus for #Southwell140 exhibition today is B

Our focus for #Southwell140 exhibition today is
BISHOP’S CHOICE:
THE RT REVD PAUL WILLIAMS: A LIFE IN MINISTRY ✝

The Rt Revd Paul Williams is our diocesan bishop and has overall pastoral responsibility for the clergy and parishes of this diocese. Rt Revd Paul Williams was installed as the Bishop of Southwell and Nottingham on 27th June 2015 in Southwell Minster.

Visit us to learn more about Bishop Paul. Entry to the Cathedral and exhibition is free. Donations welcomed. https://southwellminster.org/140objects/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #Bishop #copecase #cope #mitre #Bishops #BishopOfSouthwell

Today’s #Southwell140 object is from the Minster

Today’s #Southwell140 object is from the Minster’s historic library
HONORARY LIBRARIAN'S CHOICE:
‘FESTIVALIS’ BY JOHN MIRK📖

This book was given to the Minster by Henry Raper who wrote his name in the book. He was a Vicar Choral here in the 1670's. Recently we had the pleasure of showing it to a direct descendent of his son who emigrated to the Carolina's in the 1680's!

“This book is what the Library is all about, a book that was copied and loved over 500 years ago. Written by a Canon and later Abbott, of Lilleshall Abbey, probably in the 1380's, in Middle English, it is a book of sermons to be read on saints or feast days such as Easter or Christmas Day.” - Victoria Arthurson, Honorary Librarian
www.southwellminster.org/theme/historic-chapter-library/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #heritage #history #localhistory #nottinghamshire #nottingham

Our #Southwell140 object this today is the VERGERS

Our #Southwell140 object this today is the
VERGERS’ CHOICE:
WILLIAM’S VERGE ⚜️
This verge was made by Steve Ottewill of Ottewill Silversmiths and Jewellers and was designed with William and the Minster in mind, with input from his family and the then Head Verger Andrew Todd.

As William had been a keen cyclist, the circular design at the head represents a bicycle wheel, the cross in the centre his Christian faith, and the coloured
glass the windows of the Minster. Hop leaves are used in decoration both to reflect the carvings in the Chapter House and William’s fondness for an occasional, strictly off-duty, post-Evensong pint.

“The verge was commissioned in 2009 as a memorial to my colleague and friend William Vigar, who died very suddenly the year before at the age of 29. As the only Verger in the present team fortunate enough to have known and worked with William l feel a very personal and deep affection for this verge whenever I carry it.” - Michael Tawn, Deputy Head Verger

Visit us and see this and the whole of Novembers's exhibition up close! There's something for everyone. Entry is free. Donations welcome.

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchphotography #church #cathedralsofinstagram #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellminster #verge #vergers

Today’s #Southwell140 exhibition object is REC

Today’s #Southwell140 exhibition object is

RECTOR CHORI'S CHOICE:
‘HEAVEN’ BY ROXANNA PANUFNIK 🎼
Southwell Minster Choir Association commissioned this anthem to celebrate the end of the Leaves of Southwell Project.

Panufnik created an 18-language chorus of 'leaves' which intersperses George Herbert’s poem ‘Heaven’. He takes inspiration from Ovid's Metamorphoses, where Hera condemns Echo, from that day on, to only be able to repeat the last words addressed to her, and nothing else.

Visit us to learn more and see all 14 object it up close! The #Southwell140 exhibition is free, donations are welcome. Find out more here: https://www.southwellminster.org/theme/140th-anniversary/

#cathedrals #Southwell #Cathedralgram #cathedralgram #churchmusic #church #cathedralsofinstagram #southwell #minster #history #SouthwellMinster #Cathedral #Minster #Southwell140 #southwellchoir #music

SOUTHWELL MINSTER CHOIR ASSOCIATION’S CHOICE: A

SOUTHWELL MINSTER CHOIR ASSOCIATION’S CHOICE:
AUCTIONEER’S GAVEL🔨

Auction of Promises
In recent years, SMCA came together with other well-wishers to put on a spring and autumn Auction of Promises.

These helped fund the post of Organ Scholar – a one or two year role for a young person to hone their skills and gain experience of working in a busy and stimulating environment. The gavel, presented by a former Dean of the Minster, was used by the auctioneer. www.southwellminster.org/minster-music/choir-association/

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This Sunday is Remembrance Sunday. We meet from 10

This Sunday is Remembrance Sunday. We meet from 10.45am at the Burgage for the Southwell’s main Act of Remembrance, including the Two Minutes’ Silence at 11.00, and then join the parade to the Minster for a service of Remembrance for all ages.

Come and remember with us

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13 Dec

Don't forget it's our annual Christingle Service this Sunday at 5pm.

The Christingle service is an unmissable milestone for families on the journey to Christmas.

All welcome for oranges, candles, and carols

10 Dec

Join us for a special concert this Christmas @ Southwell Minster, Sat 14 Dec, 7.30pm

A special evening of festive fun in the company of the Cathedral Choir and the East Midlands’ professional orchestra, Sinfonia Viva

Tickets from https://www.southwellminster.org/the-magic-of-christmas-2024/

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5 Nov

It's #November🎆The final month of our celebratory #Southwell140 exhibition. Come and see all 14 objects for this month for yourself! Entry is free. All welcome. For the final month of the exhibition all our objects will be showcased over on FB & Instagram

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