CARLISLE Cathedral has launched its programme of events to commemorate its 900th anniversary, with visitors being invited to take time out to gaze at the stars.
The Rest Under the Stars event will see the Cathedral transformed into a place of rest this summer where people can relax on deckchairs to admire the stars on its world-famous painted ceiling.
The programme of worship, events, talks, concerts and exhibitions is themed around Journey and Rest to reflect the Cathedral’s role as a place of rest in the history of the city.
The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, will take part in the Cathedral’s Trinity Sunday service on June 12, and former Canons and Deans of Carlisle returning as visiting preachers throughout the year.
The Rev Canon Dr Benjamin Carter said: “Our 900th anniversary programme of events aims to offer people an opportunity to find rest among the busyness of daily life, which is something the Cathedral has offered to Carlisle and its diocese throughout its history.
“We’re working with several different charities and organisations throughout the year to create a year to remember. For the Rest Under the Stars installation, local arts charity, Prism Arts, will help us transform part of the cathedral into a place of rest and relaxation where people can leave daily life behind.”
Canon Carter said the Cathedral was integral to the heritage of the area, providing a place of rest over the centuries.
As part of the anniversary celebrations, Church of England schools throughout Carlisle are being invited to join an arts project to create a Schools’ Labyrinth which will be installed in the Fratry Hall, while University of Cumbria students are creating an exhibition exploring the theme of Journey and Rest through the Cathedral’s heritage.
Cumbrian broadcaster and author Melvyn Bragg will give a lecture about how William Tyndale’s revolutionary translation of the Bible influenced modern English, with Choral Evensong and a drinks reception in the Fratry Hall held before the event.
For the full programme of events and to book tickets visit the Cathedral website. Tickets are also available to buy in person from the Cathedral Gift Shop.
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