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Choose your events from the list below and add your memories of or thoughts about the cathedral by emailing us.
 As we celebrate the consecration of our Cathedral, we will focus on the story it enshrines - a story of destruction and forgiveness, of death and resurrection.
 | 听 | The Very Reverend John Irvine, Dean of Coventry
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The Anniversary
In 1918 the diocese of Coventry was created and St Michael's was designated as its cathedral.
In WW2, on the night of 14 November 1940, the cathedral was devastated by bombs.
It was rebuilt in the spirit of reconciliation and The Queen laid the foundation stone on 23 March 1956.
The new cathedral was consecrated on 25 May 1962, in the presence of The Queen.
The Bishop of Coventry was one of the visitors to the rebuilt cathedral in the early 60s.
He said:
| 听 |  | Coventry Cathedral window detail
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"One weekend is not enough to mark the remarkable happenings that have taken place around the cathedral. But we can focus our gratitude to God who brings life out of death and hope from despair."
The Very Reverend John Irvine, Dean of Coventry said the message of the cathedral is an important part of the celebration:
"As we celebrate the consecration of our Cathedral, we will focus on the story it enshrines - a story of destruction and forgiveness, of death and resurrection."
The Events
On Saturday 25 May there will be events throughout the day.
All the daytime events are free but tickets need to be purchased for the evening concert.
We have two pairs of tickets for this one-off concert. For a chance to win, enter our competition by following the link on the left.
Sunday 26 May is going to be focussed on worship, with special services.
The 大象传媒 WM Sunday Breakfast show will also be broadcast live from the cathedral from 6-9am.
25 MAY 2002
Moving Forward - 11am - 6.30pm
This all-day event in the Cathedral Ruins is for the young and young at heart. There will be music, basketball, cheerleaders, a barbecue and many more free events. Everyone is welcome.
All events are free.
| 听 |  | Robert Rutman, experimental musician
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Consecration Festival Concert - 7.30pm
A celebration of music to be performed by the Cathedral Choirs under the direction of Director of Music Rupert Jeffcoat and Daniel Moult Organist and Assistant Director.
The internationally renowned steel cellist, Robert Rutman will also be playing. Read about him and his unique musical sculptures by following the competition link on the left.
Tickets are 拢10 or 拢7 concession, available from the cathedral shop on 024 7626 7070.
26 MAY 2002
Everyone is invited to two special services at the cathedral. Both services will be followed by drinks.
Festival Eucharist - 10.30am
The Right Reverend Colin Bennetts, Bishop of Coventry, will conduct the service.
Special visitors are also expected to return including ex members of staff and builders.
Festival Evensong - 5pm
At this service the cathedral is reforming a choir made up ex-choristers.
RADIO COVERAGE
The 大象传媒 WM Sunday Breakfast show will be broadcast live from the cathedral, on 26 May 6-9am on 94.8, 104 and 103.7 FM.
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