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Collapsed Vault In St Peter’s Churchyard
The vault above an ancient stone tomb in St. Peter’s Churchyard has collapsed. A spokesperson said, “The barrel-vault over an ancient stone tomb in St Peter’s Churchyard, St George’s, collapsed after many days of heavy rain, during Sunday night the 4th of February. The semi-circular vault fell into the grave space beneath it when a side... Read more of this article
Seafarers Celebrated At Annual Services
Bermuda’s seafarers were celebrated and remembered at two Sea Sunday Memorial Services last month. The St Luke AME Church in St George’s marked the Sea Sunday Anniversary on January 12, with Pastor Milton Burgess welcoming the Bermuda Branch Pilots and all those who work on the island’s waters to the annual service. Following the service, Pastor... Read more of this article
Photos: New Pathway At St Peter’s Church
[Updated with video] One of Bermuda’s most significant Black heritage sites is now easier to experience thanks to a collaborative effort involving the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] and St George’s stakeholders. A BTA spokesperson said, “The Black Graveyard is situated on the western side of Their Majesties Chappell, St Peter’s Church—the... Read more of this article
Uncovering Church’s Royal Treasure Trove
The British monarch is also supreme governor of the Church of England, and as the oldest Anglican house of worship in continuous use outside the British Isles, Their Majesties Chappell, St. Peter’s Church in St. George’s has accumulated something of a cultural treasure trove of royal artifacts dating back more than 400 years. Established... Read more of this article
Burglaries Reported At St. George’s Churches
Two burglaries were reported at east end churches this weekend, with cash stolen from St. Peter’s Church, while a suggestion box was damaged at Wellington Baptist Church. A police spokesperson said, “Around 9:20am on Saturday, October 22nd police received a report of a burglary at St. Peter’s Church in St. George’s where a quantity of... Read more of this article
Photos: Queen’s Birthday Service At St Peter’s
A special service of thanksgiving to celebrate the 90th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was held on Sunday [June 12] at St Peter’s, Their Majesties Chappell in St George’s. The Governor George Fergusson and Mrs Fergusson were in attendance, and lessons were read by the Governor, Premier Michael Dunkley and the Mayor of St George’s Quinell... Read more of this article
Cadets Receive $2K From Friends Of St Peter’s
Earlier this week at T.S. Admiral Somers, a cheque for $2000 was presented to the unit of Sea Cadets by The Friends of St Peter’s Church in recognition of the support they provide to St Peter’s Church on many occasions. Pictured below receiving the cheque is Director Michael Frith with treasurer Donnie McLaughlin and deputy chairman CJ Henry Hayward.... Read more of this article
St Peter’s To Celebrate Queen’s 90th Birthday
St Peter’s Church in St George’s — given the title ‘Their Majesties Chappell’ by Her Majesty for its 400th Anniversary in 2012 — will be holding a special service of thanksgiving on Sunday, the 12th of June at 11:00 a.m., to celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday. A Church spokesperson said, “All are invited but attendees should... Read more of this article
Canon Of The Cathedral Of Most Holy Trinity
On Sunday [Sept 27] the Bishop of Bermuda, The Rt Revd Nicholas Dill, will Collate and Licence Maj. The Revd. David Raths as a Canon of the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity. The Collation and Licensing of Maj. The Revd. David Raths as a new Canon will take place at the Bermuda Cathedral at 4:00pm on Sunday. “For most of the last 10 years, Revd... Read more of this article
Video: Their Majesties Choristers At St. Peter’s
Today [June 28] saw the first occasion in which Their Majesties Choristers sang in public, with the enthusiastic group of young singers — all from St George’s Parish and under the leadership of the Choirmaster Martin Pastor — performing at the historic St Peter’s Church. Reverend David Raths was joined by Anglican Bishop Nicholas... Read more of this article
Candlelight Vigil Service At St Peter’s Tonight
There will be a Candlelight Vigil service held today [Dec 23] at St. Peter’s Church, Their Majesties Chappell in St. George’s at 6.30pm in memory of loved ones lost over the past year and beyond. Those who have lost a loved one are invited to attend and light a candle in their memory. Related Stories Uncovering Church’s Royal Treasure... Read more of this article
Photos: St Peter’s Church Bell Blessing Service
St Peter’s Church, Their Majesties Chappell in St George’s held a service of Sung Evensong on Sunday [June 30] on the occasion of the Blessing of Bells by the Bishop of Bermuda the Rt Rev’d Nicholas Dill. “By very ancient tradition church bells are blessed by a bishop, dedicated to the glory of God and named”, according to the... Read more of this article
St. Peter’s Church Commemorative Stamp
The Bermuda Post Office’s Philatelic Bureau has released a commemorative stamp series honouring the 400th Anniversary of St. Peter’s Church. This series consists of four stamps that captures a view of the Clock Tower, the massive 12-branched chandelier against the background of a section of the roof, showing white limestone slate supported by lathe... Read more of this article
Videos: Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Church Service
A Service of Thanksgiving for the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth was held on Sunday [June 3] at St. Peter’s Church in St. George’s. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, celebrating her Diamond Jubilee, re-designated St. Peter’s Church as ‘Their Majesties Chappell’, in honour of the church’s 400th anniversary. Governor & Dignitaries... Read more of this article
Photos: St Peter’s Hosts Diamond Jubilee Service
Yesterday [June 3] a Service of Thanksgiving for the Diamond Jubilee of HM the Queen was held at St. Peter’s Church in St. George’s, The service was followed by Jubilee Garden Party in the churchyard which featured the debut performance of the Jubilee Fanfare, commissioned of Major D. B. Robinson EM, Director of Music, Bermuda Regiment. Those in... Read more of this article
East End Stages Traditional Walk To Calvary
East End residents followed in the footsteps of Jesus Christ on Good Friday [Apr. 6], with congregations from the various St. George’s churches staging their annual reenactment of the Easter story. Hundreds of onlookers turned up for the interdenominational event which recreates Jesus’ walk to Calvary for his crucifixion. The walk included... Read more of this article
