Peterborough Cathedral is hosting a special carol service for healthcare workers across the city and beyond this Sunday (19 Dec) to say thank you for all they have done and continue to do during this pandemic.
Special Carol Service for our Healthcare Workers – Peterborough Cathedral.
Alongside the traditional Bible readings telling the Christmas story, one of the readings will be a tribute written by a former Covid-19 patient at Peterborough City Hospital in 2020, in which he describes the dedication, compassion and support he received from staff during his recovery.
Others taking part in the service include Caroline Walker, the Chief Executive of North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, chaplains and other representatives of Peterborough City Hospital, Thorpe Hall, St John’s Ambulance and civic leaders.
The Dean of Peterborough, the Very Revd Chris Dalliston, who will preside at the service, said:
“Jesus came to bring peace on earth, joy and hope to all people. Healthcare workers have been at the forefront of enabling the rest of us to hold on to hope during difficult times and we wanted to offer this carol service as a gift to them.
“They have done such a tremendous job on our behalf and we want to say thank you. I hope that all who attend will find the service an uplifting occasion.”
The service will be live streamed via the Cathedral’s Facebook and YouTube channels, and via their website.
Anyone is welcome to attend but booking a free place in advance is essential so that numbers can be managed.
All those attending must wear a face covering, in line with the new government regulations (unless they are exempt). Full guidelines for worshippers are on the Cathedral website here.
To book a place, please visit.
Watch the live stream below:
YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PeterboroughCathedralYouTubeChannel
Facebook: www.facebook.com/PeterboroughCathedral
Website: whilst in progress the service can be viewed at www.peterborough-cathedral.org.uk/live.aspx.
