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A Welcome from the Dean

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From wherever you are I bid you a warm welcome to Christ Church Cathedral here in Dublin. People have been coming to this place to worship God for nearly one thousand years. While the building has journeyed through many changes over the centuries, the constancy of its witness has remained uninterrupted. The mission of any cathedral is to reflect through its beauty the transcendence of God. Every year thousands of visitors come through our doors to either visit a site of unique heritage or to celebrate with us in our liturgies. Irrespective of denomination, faith or non faith we welcome everyone as a pilgrim and it is our hope that as the pilgrim leaves, he or she will have been touched in some way by the love of God which shines in the beauty of this place.

I hope you will explore this website and discover something of our history and the present varied life of the cathedral. Perhaps we can welcome you personally when you come here to the very heart of the city of Dublin.

The Very Revd Dermot P. M. Dunne
Dean

 

Services & Events

altAs the diocesan cathedral for the united dioceses of Dublin and Glendalough and the metropolitical cathedral of the southern province of the Church of Ireland, Christ Church is the venue for numerous high-profile services and events. At the same time the cathedral continues to fulfill its primary mission of prayer, education and hospitality.

 

Cultural & Architectural Heritage

cc-panorama-real-2676640169_cf3dc5741a_o_1.jpgAt the heart of the city of Dublin for almost a thousand years, Christ Church cathedral has a rich cultural history which can be traced from the Vikings and the Anglo-Normans to the present. Its diverse architectural and sculptural heritage remains a source of fascination to visitors and pilgrims alike who enter this hallowed space. You will be most welcome to visit!

 

About the cathedral

Support the cathedral

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Our musical heritage

Founded in 1480, the cathedral choir has been a part of musical life in Dublin for over 500 years. Read more

Join the Friends!

Members of the Friends support the cathedral's worship, its fine musical tradition and its fabric. All are most welcome to join!

 

Today's Events

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