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Worship and music

Our Cathedral has been here for over 1,400 years, and its main purpose has always been as a place of worship and prayer.

Fig. 1. Engraving of the north elevation, probably by Simon Gribelin, c.1687–88, with cut-outs from a later engraving of the finished dome (St Paul’s Cathedral, SP105)

5. Designs for the Dome, c. 1685-1710

Wren’s revisions to the design in 1685–86 created a podium for a vast, richly modelled Dome, inspired by those of Michelangelo’s St Peter’s in Rome and Jules Hardouin-Mansart’s Invalides church in Paris.

St Paul's Watch gathered at the Cathedral

The St Paul's Watch protect the Cathedral

During both World Wars, a brave group of people volunteered to keep our building safe from harm – and their legacy lives on today.

Malcolm Guite stands on the dais at St Paul's Cathedral, hand raised as he speaks, green altar cloth on the altar behind him.

The Poetry of Epiphany

Poetry from Malcolm Guite to reflect upon the season of Epiphany.

Martin Luther King at St Paul's

Explore the services and events taking place to mark Dr Martin Luther King Jr's historic visit to St Paul's Cathedral 60 years ago.

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Climate change

Take action as a local faith community to care for our common home, through local campaigning, eco awards and more.

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Advent and Christmas

Find information about all the services and concerts taking place at St Paul's Cathedral this Advent and Christmas.

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A People Holy to the Lord: Kingship in the Bible

Janet Tollington reflects on stories of kingship in the Bible, and what they mean for Christians today.

Siobhan Jolley is a white woman with long dark hair and round glasses, wearing a dark grey jacket over a black dress. She stands in the National Gallery in front of Caravaggio’s painting The Supper at Emmaus.

Advent: The Art of Anticipation

Siobhán Jolley reflects on paintings in the National Gallery which anticipate the coming of Christ this Advent.

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Chapter

Meet the Dean and members of the Chapter, who provide strategic leadership of the Cathedral.

West Front of St Paul's morning

Friends Council

The Friends Council act as Trustees responsible for controlling the management and administration of the Friends.

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A season for enchantment

Anupama Ranawana considers how we can become re-enchanted with Creation this Creationtide.