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Holy Communion

8:00am to 8:30am

A service of prayers and Bible readings, in which we offer bread and wine to God in thanksgiving for his goodness to us, which we receive back as the body and blood of Christ. The service lasts around 30 minutes.

Sung Eucharist

10:00am to 11:00am

Sung by University College Chapel Choir, Durham
President: The Reverend Daniel Parkinson
Preacher: Canon Simon Oliver
Hymns 466, 296 (omit 4), 178
Howells Collegium Regale
Alleluia, I heard a voice Weelkes

A service of prayers, Bible readings, hymns, and Choral music, in which we offer bread and wine to God in thanksgiving for his goodness to us, which we receive back as the body and blood of Christ. The service lasts around 1 hour.

Refreshments in the Galilee Chapel

11:00am to 11:30am

Join us for tea and coffee in the Galilee Chapel in between Sung Eucharist and Matins service.

Courts and Coroners: The Law in Medieval Durham - Museum Exhibition

12:00pm to 4:00pm

The exhibition explores the rites of Sanctuary, the position of the Bishop of Durham which was unique in England for holding both spiritual and secular power within their diocese. Alongside, a deep dive into recorded cases, prison cells and courts within the cathedral walls.

Evensong

3:30pm to 4:30pm •The Nave

Sung by University College Chapel Choir, Durham
Hymns 392, 494 (t. 413)
Responses Leighton
Psalm 84
Leighton Second Service
Lighten our darkness Stanford

Evensong is a service of bible readings, psalms and prayers. The Choir sing for us accompanied, usually, by organ music. We follow the service using the Book of Common Prayer of 1662 giving thanks for the day that has past. The service lasts around 45 minutes.