Service of Welcome and Installation of Bishop Sophie Jelley

Service of Welcome and Installation of Bishop Sophie Jelley

Join us for the Welcome and Installation of Bishop Sophie Jelley as the Tenth Bishop of Coventry.

By Coventry Cathedral

Date and time

Sat, 7 Jun 2025 14:00 - 16:00 GMT+1

Location

Coventry Cathedral

Priory Street Coventry CV1 5AB United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Join us for the Service of Welcome and Installation of Bishop Sophie Jelley at Coventry Cathedral! This service will be a joyous occasion and we look forward to coming together to support and uplift Bishop Jelley as she begins this important chapter in her journey and our collective journey as a Diocese. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of history in the making!

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Frequently asked questions

What time will the doors at the Cathedral open?

Attendees are welcome to enter the Cathedral for the service at 12.30pm. Clergy, Readers and those actively participating in the service will be expected to be robed and ready for their respective processions by 1.20pm.

How will I know where to sit when I arrive?

There will be stewards on duty who will warmly welcome you at the West Screen entrance and will show you to your designated seating or robing area.

What parking facilities are available?

The Cathedral does not have any parking facilities. However, we encourage those attending the service to make use of the parking facilities close to the Cathedral, a popular choice is Salt Lane Multi-Story (CV1 2GX).

Is the Cathedral accessible to those with mobility challenges?

The Cathedral has step-free access for wheelchair users and those with mobility challenges. More information about the Cathedral's accessibility can be found on Cathedral website.

What are Clergy and Readers expected to wear?

Diocesan clergy are invited to robe in cassock, surplice and red stole. Diocesan Readers are invited to robe in cassock, surplice and scarf. Visiting bishops and chapter members will be provided with further details in response to their RSVP indication.

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Coventry Cathedral

The Cathedral Church of Saint Michael, commonly known as Coventry Cathedral, is the seat of the Bishop of Coventry and the Diocese of Coventry within the Church of England. The cathedral is located in Coventry, West Midlands, England.