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The Chapel

Welcome to the webpages of Queens’ College Chapel. The New Chapel at Queens’ stands in Walnut Tree Court and was built in 1891 to accommodate the growing number of students. One or two things have changed since then, but the Chapel remains a place in which to encounter God and one another. To this end we follow a pattern of prayer and worship which is greatly enriched by our Chapel Choir, and other choral groups. We also enjoy a range of speakers at Choral Evensong on a Sunday.

Queens’ is a diverse college and as a Chapel we seek to be an inclusive place where this diversity is respected, embraced, and encouraged. The Chapel is an Anglican (Church of England) Foundation but it also exists for all members of College and seeks to be a place of hospitality for people of all faiths and none. We hope you enjoy your virtual visit and look forward to welcoming you in person soon.

Regular Services during Full Term

Michaelmas Term Chapel Card

Michaelmas Term Music List

Sunday, 5.45pm                                Choral Evensong
Our flagship service, following the Book of Common Prayer, with hymns and a choral anthem, readings from the Bible, and a sermon on this term's theme of Prayer (one of the College's two statutory objects, along with Education). 

Monday - Friday, 8am                 Silent Prayer
25 minutes of silent space to dwell at the still point.

Monday – Friday, 8.30am            Morning Prayer
A short said service of Bible readings and prayers to start the day. 

Monday, 12.15pm.                       Julian Group
20 minutes of contemplation introduced by a short reading.

Wednesday, 6.30pm                    Choral Evensong
Book of Common Prayer service of prayers, readings, sung psalms, canticles and anthems, with no sermon.

Thursday, 6pm                              Informal Eucharist
A simple service of Holy Communion, with a short homily.

Friday, 9pm                                    Choral Compline
A meditative service of Night Prayer with plainchant and a choral anthem by candlelight.

Other Chapel & Faith Centre Events

Soul Food                    Sundays (13 October - 24 November), 2-4pm [Faith Centre]
Group meeting to discuss Miranda Threlfall-Holmes' s refreshing book,
 How to eat bread: 21 nourishing ways to read the Bible, which "encourages readers to sample a variety of tried and tested ways of Bible reading, experiment with different ingredients, and be fed by the results." With tea & cake on the side!

Book Group                Tuesdays (22 October - 19 November), 7-8.30pm (with optional supper from 6pm) [Faith Centre]
A gathering of people of all faiths and none to discuss James Walters's important and thought-provoking book,
Loving your neighbour in an age of religious conflict: A new agenda for interfaith relations. All welcome (copies of the book provided), and join us for a simple meal beforehand if you have time.

*Book Group Film Night Special* - Tuesday 26 November, 7-9pm (with optional supper from 6pm) [Faith Centre]
Screening of 2010 French drama, 
Of Gods and Men - the true story of the Cistercian monastery of Tibhirine and its relations with its Muslim neighbours.

Woolly Wednesday                    Wednesdays (9 October - 4 December), 4-6pm [Faith Centre]
BYO project; come and learn a new skill; discover a great way to relax.
Wool, needles, hooks & patterns all provided.

Cobweb Walks                           Thursdays (starting 10 October), 1.00-1.45pm
Meet at the P’lodge for a short walk to blow away the cobwebs at a low energy point in the week. 

Christian Union Bible Study       Thursdays, 5pm [Faith Centre]
A gathering of Christians from different backgrounds across Queens’. Contact the reps for details (@queens.cu)

Vigil for Peace                   Fridays, 12.00-12.30pm [Faith Centre]
Silent gathering with no words, no agenda, save a commitment to peace.

Organ Recitals                   Saturdays, 1.15-2.00pm [Chapel]
Performances by in-house and guest organists on the renowned Binns instrument built for Queens' Chapel in 1891.

Who's Who

The Dean of Chapel: The Revd Tim Harling (tch42@cam.ac.uk) is available to students, staff and fellows throughout the year.  Do feel free to drop in and see him to talk about anything - big or small - in a confidential, supportive and inclusive environment.  He can be found in his room (S4, Dokett building), in Chapel or by email. 

The Chaplain: The Revd Anna Jones (chaplain@queens.cam.ac.uk) is here to lend an ear to all members of college and staff, and to pray for the community and the wider world. Come and find her in Chapel, in FF8 (Cripps Court), or get in touch by email.

Director of Music: Nicholas Morris (dom@queens.cam.ac.uk). Nick directs the Chapel Choir and supports the wider musical life of the college. Contact him by email, or call into his office in FF8 (Cripps Court).

Aliki Vatikioti Senior Organ Scholar (2024-25): Zane Soonawalla (zs426)

George Phillips Junior Organ Scholar (2024-25): Sam Trueman (sdt49)

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