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 Eucharist with Holy Baptism | April 12 • 10:30am

Thank you for joining us. Watch the service online. On the Second Sunday of Easter, we gather for our morning Choral Eucharist which includes the celebration of four baptisms. The Reverend Gerald Moore presides and Eric Friesen preaches. 

Choral Evensong celebrating the Feast of St George | April 29 • 7:00pm

Thank you for joining us! Watch the service online. Join us as we celebrate the Feast of St George, patron of this Cathedral, with a festive reception (5:30pm) followed by Choral Evensong (7pm). Enjoy a glass of something bubbly and a traditional English trifle, and bask in the beauty of music by Stanford, Vaughan Williams and Elgar. The reception will be held in the rear of the Nave.

Choral Eucharist celebrating Copper Sunday | May 3 • 10:30am

Copper Sunday is a long-standing tradition of Royal Military College of Canada in which officer cadets parade into Kingston and attend the morning service at the Cathedral. The name comes from a historic custom of cadets bringing copper coins as offerings, symbolizing the enduring connection between the college and the community. The Rev. Dr. Reagan Gale preaches. 

Choral Eucharist celebrating Sponsorship Sunday | May 24 • 10:30am

On this, the Day of Pentecost, we also celebrate ten years of this Cathedral community sponsoring Syrian refugee families. This celebratory service will see the return of many of these families to the Cathedral, allowing us to deepen our relationships with them and consider how we may continue to do this good work into the future. A Traditioanl Syrian lunch will be held in the Great Hall following the service. Tickets ($30) are available from the Cathedral Office.

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 'St Botolph,' Jesu, the very thought of thee. 

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.

Serene Sounds of the Renaissance | April 9 • 12:15pm

Thank you for joining us! Melos Choir & Baroque Players offer Serene Sounds of the Renaissance – a free midday concert – featuring heavenly 16th century choral works of Tomas Luis da Victoria, Jean l’Heritier, Cipriano de Rore & Jacquet de Mantua.

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 or meal. 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.

Poetry & Classical Music Lecture | April 28 • 10:30am

This event was cancelled due to illness. Please stay tuned for a new date! 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. 

Cathedral Pub Night | May 9 • 5:30pm

Gather at The Dragon’s Lair Pub in the Cathedral's Great Hall! This traditional pub night fundraiser will support us in expanding our youth music programming. A hearty meal accompanied by excellent music in one of Kingston’s most beautiful heritage spaces. Tickets available in the Cathedral office (613-548-4617).

Sponsorship Sunday Lunch | May 24 • 11:45am

The Sponsorship Committee invites you to a festive lunch of traditional Syrian food following the Choral Eucharist celebrating Sponsorship Sunday. Tickets ($30) are available in the Cathedral Office.

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.