Our values
At the heart of everything we do lies the commitment, as a Christian community inspired by our Benedictine heritage, to prayer, learning, and welcome; and promoting the values of love, compassion, justice, and freedom.
What this means
Prayer
Prayer is offered here, morning and evening, every day of the year. We pray for the people of the diocese of Worcester, for the city, the nation, and the world.
We worship God to the best of our abilities. We strive for beauty, integrity, and authenticity, whether the service is large or small.
Learning
We seek to grow in our Christian faith. We expect to be prompted and encouraged each day to learn from the wisdom of the past and the insights of the present, with perspectives from inside and outside the Church.
We are mindful of our heritage and the tremendous history of the Cathedral. We long to share these rich resources with everyone who comes here, young or old.
Welcome
We carry Christ’s love into the world, working with others for the good of all people. We welcome with dignity and respect everyone who enters this building. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and adults at risk of harm.
We will ensure that the Cathedral a house of peace, a comfortable space, where anyone – whatever their belief or background – may find a place to think, pray, or wonder.
A Vision for 2025
In 2025 Worcester Cathedral will be
- a community welcoming everyone to share our amazing heritage
- a place of breadth and depth in worship and prayer
- a place of learning, discipleship, and nurture
- a catalyst for campaigning and awareness on the environment and social justice
- a resilient organisation with stable finances