Youth Group gatherings
The Cathedral Youth Group -- CYG -- had three lovely and lively gatherings in the later part of 2024. We met first outside for supper and games on the Cathedral Green on 20 October, then again inside at Cathedral Memorial Hall on 17 November to prepare ourselves for Advent and …Read More »St. Hilda’s slideshow
Ms. Jane Martinez, principal of St. Hilda's Anglican School in Belize, recently sent this video which includes photos of the students and staff from 2024, and a holiday greeting. Ms. Jane also sent this note: Greetings Friends, It has been a long and challenging year but a blessing nonetheless. As …Read More »Mothers’ Union Prayer Diary 2025
The Worldwide Mothers' Union has released its Prayer Diary for 2025. Click to download the document. It includes prayers for every day of the year, themes and specific prayer requests, along with places to add your own personal prayers. From the introduction to the Prayer Diary: Mothers’ Union members are …Read More »SERMON – “Principles of Christian Union” (02 September 1853)
A SERMON PREACHED IN CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL, FREDERICTON, 2ND SEPTEMBER, 1853, BEING THE FRIDAY EVENING AFTER ITS Consecration, BY THE REV. THEODORE EDSON, D.D., Rector of Lowell, Massachusetts There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling: One Lord, one faith, …Read More »Christmas Memories: Surprises
It's wonderful to hear people's stories of Christmases past, and we're pleased that so many members of our congregation have taken the time to share them with us. Enjoy these stories of Christmas surprises, from Bernette Burnley and Ann Smith. One of my fondest memories of Christmas is from when …Read More »Celtic Spirituality with John Philip Newell
We're pleased to announce a very special event happening at the Cathedral on May 7th! Join us to hear internationally renowned spiritual teacher John Philip Newell. He will speak on Celtic Wisdom for this moment in time in relation to Earth and the human soul. It promises to be an …Read More »2024 Christmas Pastoral Letter
Read in PDF format 2024 Christmas Worship Schedule Advent 2024 Fredericton NB Dear Friends, As I write, the celebration is already in full swing. Christmas began long before the 1st of December in the retail sector. Many houses on our street were lit inside and out for Christmas back in …Read More »Trees and treats at Christmas Luncheon
The Anglican Church Women, in partnership with Health Ministry, served 30+ guests at a Christmas Luncheon held 11 December. The theme was ‘Trees’. Members of the congregation loaned items for a display, and the variety of decorative Christmas trees added to the festive lunch enjoyment. Personal care items and donations …Read More »A visit from Santa
Despite his busy schedule, Santa Claus made time to visit Cathedral Memorial Hall during the week before Christmas. He was able to drop in on the Quilters and the Property Committee, as well as Diocese and Cathedral staff members. Special thanks to Sexton Darin Lewis for the fun surprise!Read More »December Outreach provides pre-Christmas assistance
Monday Outreach in December was held a bit earlier than usual, to provide pre-Christmas assistance to people in need before the holidays. With generous help from St. Margaret's Anglican Church and New Maryland United Church, the Cathedral Outreach Committee helped 82 people in need in December. People who visited Memorial …Read More »Bishop and Chapter News – December 2024
Bishop and Chapter met on 17 December 2024 with 10 of 12 members present. Minutes of 19 November 2024 were adopted. Prompted by some recent expressions of gratitude, the Chair requested we identify and share that which we are most thankful for at the moment. FROM THE DEAN Cathedral • summary …Read More »Christmas Memories: “The Bob Tree”
The Christmas season brings with it an abundance of memories. From the excitement and anticipation that we felt as children to the joy of watching our own children and grandchildren at Christmas. But along with the happy memories, there are also those that are tinged with sadness and longing for …Read More »