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 may be an Anglican Foundation but it 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
Sunday, 6pm Choral Evensong
Our flagship service, following the Book of Common Prayer, with hymns and a choral anthem, readings from the Bible, and including a sermon, often by a visiting preacher.
Monday – Friday, 8.15am Morning Prayer
A short said service of Bible readings and prayers to start the day. Preceded by a short period of silent (centring) prayer, starting at 8am.
Monday, 12.15pm. Julian Group
20 minutes of silent prayer introduced by a short reading.
Tuesday, 5pm Evening Prayer [Faith Centre, FF8]
A short said service of Bible readings and prayers to close the day.
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
Tea on the Terrace Sunday, 2-4pm [Faith Centre]
A weekly wellspring with cake and company.
Christian Union Bible Study Monday, 5pm [Faith Centre]
A gathering of Christians from different backgrounds across Queens’. Contact the reps for details.
Book Discussion Group Tuesdays, 1pm [Faith Centre]
Our subject this term is Julian of Norwich, marking the 650th anniversary of the visions that inspired her Revelations of Divine Love. Contact the Chaplain for more information.
Cobweb Walks Thursday, 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.
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 (T2, Fisher 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 (npmm2@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: Benjamin Markovic (bjm65)
George Phillips Junior Organ Scholar: Jack McCabe (jm2452)
