July2023


Summer theatre with the Calithumpians



Summer theatre with the Calithumpians

The Calithumpians theatre troupe has been entertaining audiences for over forty years. Headquartered at Cathedral Memorial Hall, the troupe is named after an ancient tradition wherein young people, dressed in costume and disguise, paraded through the streets celebrating and making joyous noise. ​From their humble beginnings performing educational shows in schools, the Calithumpians have expanded […]

Cathedral Faces: Muriel Falkenstein, Tour Guide



Cathedral Faces: Muriel Falkenstein, Tour Guide

This summer, we are pleased to welcome Muriel Falkenstein as a Cathedral Tour Guide. She is working with Alex LeBlanc. Muriel Falkenstein is a high school graduate, classical soprano, and active community member in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Her school extracurriculars included the Fredericton High School Concert Band (chair, flute section), Model United Nations, and the […]

Diocese focuses lens on young adult formation



Diocese focuses lens on young adult formation

The Diocese of Fredericton is expanding the Special Ministries supported by the Synod. The position of Director of Young Adult Formation has recently been created, recognizing a need for support for teens and young adults in their faith journeys. Kurt Schmidt has been selected to fill this part-time role, providing leadership and pastoral care, with […]

Drop by for a guided tour!



Drop by for a guided tour!

Have you taken a tour of the Cathedral? Even if you regularly worship here, you’re likely to learn something new! Guided tours of Christ Church Cathedral are available throughout July and August, Monday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Tours are free, donations are welcome (fill out a […]

Sweltering Songs festival returns to the Cathedral Green



Sweltering Songs festival returns to the Cathedral Green

Do you love live music? Check out the summertime festival ‘Sweltering Songs’, presented by the folks at Shivering Songs! We’re pleased that once again the Waterloo Stage will be held on the riverside Cathedral Green, July 22-23. Additional shows will be held at The CAP on Queen Street. Sweltering Songs co-organizer, Zach Atkinson, says, “We’re […]

Fredericton’s 175th anniversary concert



Fredericton’s 175th anniversary concert

Christ Church Cathedral will be the host venue for Fredericton’s 175th anniversary concert, A Celebration of Us, to be held on Tuesday, 08 August, 2023, 7:30 p.m. This article was shared in a recent newsletter from the New Brunswick Summer Music Festival. Fredericton-based composer Christian David Bérubé has been commissioned to create a new work to celebrate […]

Help Children Grow in Faith and Generosity



Help Children Grow in Faith and Generosity

10 Ways to Help Children Grow in Faith and Generosity By Ken Sloane   How can parents shape a generous spirit in their children? Ken Sloane outlines ten practical ways families can focus more intentionally on giving and gratitude, compassion, and service so that their children grow in faith and generosity. Who doesn’t want to […]