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Mary Harris Chapel Diamond Jubilee weekend celebrations, University of Exeter

Join fellow alumni and supporters to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee (60 years) of the Mary Harris Chapel on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 October.


Event details

The programme for the weekend begins with a Devon cream tea, followed by Choral Evensong. Later there will be a reception in the Old Library and a concert with the Chapel choir on the Saturday. There will be a chance for choir alumni to sing with the Chapel Choir at the concert. On Sunday there will be a special service of Choral Eucharist. Professor Steve Smith, the University of Exeter Vice-Chancellor will give the welcome and our visiting preacher is The Rt. Revd. James Jones, former Bishop of Liverpool and University alumnus.

Saturday 6 October 2018
15.00-15.45 Devon cream tea, Old Library (adjacent to the Chapel)
16.00-16.45 Choral Evensong, Mary Harris Chapel
19.15-19.45 Informal drinks reception, Old Library
20.00-21.00 Concert, Mary Harris Chapel

Sunday 7 October 2018
11.00-12.30 Choral Eucharist with guest preacher the Rt. Revd. James Jones followed by refreshments in the Old Library

 

A message from Grace Davie

On behalf of the Anglican Chaplaincy at the University of Exeter it is my pleasure to invite fellow alumni and supporters to join us for the Diamond Jubilee celebrations of the Mary Harris Memorial Chapel. There will be a number of events taking place over the weekend, not least a chance to sing with the Chapel Choir. The Right Reverend James Jones, alumnus and former Bishop of Liverpool, will preside at the Eucharist.

Our aim is to bring together former chaplains, alumni and any others with a connection to the Chaplaincy for a joyful celebration of 60 years of Anglican worship and ministry at the University.

I do hope you can join us.

Grace Davie, Professor emeritus of Sociology at Exeter and Chair of the St. Luke's Foundation

 

Booking: To reserve your place please book online here. There is no charge but donations at the weekend towards Chaplaincy costs will be welcome. Numbers are restricted to the capacity of the Chapel (180) so please reply early to secure a place. 

If you would like to receive information about singing with the Chapel choir please contact the Director of Music, Michael Graham chapelmusic@exeter.ac.uk

 

Photography notice
A photographer will take photos before and after the service on the Sunday. Please be aware that by making a booking you consent to your photograph/image being used, without compensation, for use in any and all media and that you release the University from any liability whatsoever. Please inform the photographer on the day if you do not wish to be featured.

Grace Davie, Professor emeritus of Sociology at Exeter and Chair of the St. Luke's Foundation

Location:

The Mary Harris Memorial Chapel, University of Exeter, Stocker Road, Exeter EX4 4SZ