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
Sunday, 6pm 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 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.
Tuesday, 5pm Celtic Evening Prayer [Faith Centre, FF8]
A short said service of 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.
Michaelmas Term 2023 Music List
Other Chapel & Faith Centre Events
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 text for this term and next is Timothy Radcliffe's What's the Point of Being a Christian? Meetings start on Tuesday 24 October. Contact the Chaplain to register your interest and order a copy.
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.
Inter Faith Week (12-19 November)
Further details to follow.
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 (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: Jack McCabe (jm2452)
George Phillips Junior Organ Scholar: Zane Soonawalla (zs426)
