A Prayer for Christ Church Cathedral and the restoration work ahead of us:
Gracious God, we give you thanks for John Medley’s vision of building a cathedral in Fredericton. We thank you for the ministry that has happened there over the decades. As we face the need for major repairs to ensure its future, we ask for wisdom as to how to proceed. This we pray in the name of God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Motions from the 140th Session (Special) of Synod, 18 April 2026
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THAT this Synod advise the Bishop that, after such further consultation as he considers useful with the Cathedral Bishop and Chapter, Diocesan Council and Synod Finance Committee, and any other stakeholders, and with the agreement and cooperation of any of those bodies as necessary, the Bishop (current or successor), take such steps as s/he considers proper for safeguarding the fabric of Christ Church Cathedral for the present and future.
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THAT
1. This Synod reaffirm that the mission and life and facilities of the Cathedral are part of the responsibility of all New Brunswick Anglicans.
2. This Synod request the Diocesan Council take steps to enable the Cathedral to widen its presence and ministry throughout the Diocese of Fredericton.
Background Documents
- Cathedral Building Conditions and Issues 2022 Report and 2026 Update from Heritage Standing Inc.
- Synod Commons discussion on session topic with Archbishop David (YouTube)
- Background paper from Archbishop David in preparation for Greater Chapter meetings in March
- Motion on Christ Church Cathedral from the draft minutes of the 139th Session of Synod (November 2024)