Chapel and Choir

This term’s sermon series uses the sense of taste as a starting point for reflection. Our five tastes will be explored from a variety of perspectives: spiritually, historically, metaphorically, practically.  There will also be the opportunity to savour the highlighted taste through drinks and nibbles served in the ante-chapel after each service. 

13 Oct: The Chaplain: A Tantalizing Theology of Taste.

20 Oct: The Lord McDonald of Salford, Master of Christ's College Cambridge: 'Sour'

27 Oct: Tim Hayward, Food Journalist, Broadcaster, Co-owner of Fitzbillies, Cambridge: 'Sweet'

3 Nov: Dr Elena Follador, Formerly, Japan and the Worlds Research Associate, Cambridge University: 'Umami'       

10 Nov: Canon Dr Robert Mackley, Vicar, Little St Mary's, Trustee Cambridge Churches Homelessness Project: 'Salt'       

17 Nov: The Revd Dr Shana Maloney, Vicar, St James the Great, Clapton, London: 'Bitter'

24 Nov: Dr Helen Jeffries, Deputy Director, Multiple Disadvantage & Displacement, Dept Heath and Social Care: 'Taste and Neurodiversity'

1 Dec:  Readings and Carols for Advent             

The Chapel stands in First Court, at the heart of the college, as a place of worship, reflection and enquiry. It is also a focus for the college community, where all are welcome. The Chapel is open every day, for those seeking a time of quietness, or to pray.  For those who prefer a non-Christian space to pray and reflect the college also has a Multi-Faith Prayer Room near the library, to which there is 24 hour access.

Christ's College has one of the finest mixed-voice choirs in Cambridge and, during Term, the Choir enriches the worship of the Chapel by singing Evensong on Thursdays (6.30pm) and Sundays (6pm). Coming to Evensong is a wonderful way to hear the Choir, explore spirituality, and get to know a lively community of students, staff and Fellows.

The Chapel is used for a variety of services in Full Term, and weddings during the University vacation.  It is also used for musical events and rehearsals during term-time.  All services and events that use the Chapel space (including any visiting speakers or performers) are managed by the Chaplain.  Please contact her on chaplain@christs.cam.ac.uk for details.