Spring at the Cathedral

We worship together on Sunday's at 8am and 10:30am – and you are always welcome. This Spring, we have several special services coming up. Do join us in-person or online.

Choral Evensong in Ascensiontide | May 20 • 7pm

In the Octave of Ascensiontide, we gather for a service of sung Evening Prayer led by the Cathedral Choir. The choir sings music old and new, including Joanna Forbes L'Estrange's King's College Service and Ralph Vaughan Williams' O Clap Your Hands. 

Holy Eucharist on the Day of Pentecost | May 24 • 8am & 10:30am

On the Day of Pentecost, we celebrate the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and the establishment of the Church through the preaching of the apostles and the baptism of the thousands who on that day believed in the Gospel message. The day emphasizes that the Church is understood as the body of Christ, which is drawn together and given life by the Holy Spirit. The Rev. Claire Bramma preaches and the Cathedral Choir sings.

On this day, we also celebrate a decade of the Cathedral sponsoring Syrian refugee families. Scroll down to learn more about the celebration.

Choral Evensong with the Capella Regalis Choirs | May 27 • 7:00pm

Join us for a special service of Choral Evensong featuring the Capella Regalis Choirs of Men, Boys and Girls from Halifax, Nova Scotia. This sung service of evening prayer is the perfect opportunity to pause for prayer at the midpoint of the week and features favourites from the English choral tradition, including Paul Halley's terrific setting of  Jesu, the very thought of thee and Herbert Howells' St. Paul's Service.  

The Cathedral is blessed by some of the finest accoustics in southern Ontario, and this spring it is a delight to welcome several groups to take full advantage of them.

Sea Songs & Sacred Anthems | May 28 • 7:00pm

Expect a feast for the ears as the Capella Regalis Choir of Men, Boys and Girls feature sacred choral works alongside fresh arrangements of traditional Maritime folk songs by Grammy Award–winner Paul Halley from their' new album Songs of the Sea.

The professional singers of the Capella Regalis Men’s Choir together with the young choristers of the Boys and Girls Choirs will be directed by Nick Halley (also playing drums and percussion) and Vanessa Halley and accompanied by Paul Halley (piano and organ). 

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COMING SOON | Outdoor Summer Concerts

The Cathedral's much-beloved outdoor concert series will return this summer! The application window for performers has now closed. Our performance line-up will be released soon! Stay tuned.

We strive to build beloved community in downtown Kingston, and would love for you to gather with us for a cup of tea, a meal, or a study. A great way to get connected with the community! 

Under the Dome Tea Room | Tuesdays • 10am-12pm

Under the Dome Tea Room seeks to offer an inclusive, accessible, and free space for people to get together and build connections. A wide array of sweets and warm beverages are available by donation. Work on a puzzle with a new friend, or nestle into a corner and get some quiet studying done.

Sponsorship Sunday Lunch | May 24 • 11:45am

The Sponsorship Committee invites you to a festive lunch of traditional Syrian food following the Choral Eucharist on the Day of Pentecost. We gather with families whom the Cathedral congregation has sponsored, celebrating a decade of sponsorship and deepening our relationships with them. Tickets ($30) are available in the Cathedral Office – advance tickets are required.

The Last Gift: Preparing for Death, Providing for Loved Ones | May 26 • 10:30am

The Cathedral's Pastoral Associate the Rev. Gerry Moore, together with Sarah Reid and Heather Jackson of James Reid Funeral Home, will share practical guidance to help you prepare the details your loved ones will need to manage at the time of your passing, offering peace of mind now and easing their burden later. Think of it as one last gift. All are welcome to this program presented by Under the Dome Tea Room. 

Congregational Book Study: To Love and Serve | May 27 • 1:30pm

This year, the Bishop of Ontario has encouraged all congregations to study Scott Gunn's book To Love and Serve: Anglican Beliefs and Practices to deepen further into our Anglican faith. The Cathedral offers two studies concurrently through the Spring. The first spring session takes place on May 27. Click here for the full spring schedule.   

Poetry & Classical Music Lecture | June 9 • 10:30am

Adjunct Professor at Victoria College at the University of Toronto and long-time Cathedral community member Eric Friesen offers a free lecture at Under the Dome Tea Room exploring his recent research into the relationship between poetry and classical music.