Dictionary

Words on this page

Diocese

‘Diocese’ refers to the geographical territory in which a bishop exercises oversight. The Church in Wales is divided into six dioceses each with its own cathedral in which is housed the cathedra (the bishop’s ‘chair’ or ‘throne’).

Home About us Newport Cathedral

Newport Cathedral

The Mother Church of the Diocese is Newport Cathedral of St Woolos. It is a busy and vibrant Christian community with a regular pattern of worship.

The Cathedral has a strong musical tradition, with a full choir of men and boys, as well as a girls’ choir. It also has its own orchestra-in-residence, the St Woolos players.

The Cathedral sits at the top of Stow Hill and welcomes visitors throughout the week who wish to take time out to pray or simply admire the architecture of the building.

For more information about the Cathedral, please visit newportcathedral.org.uk.

The Very Revd Ian Black, Dean of Newport

email: dean@newportcathedral.org.uk

Tel: 01633 259990

The Very Revd Ian Black, was installed as the new Dean of Newport in a special service held at Newport Cathedral on Saturday, 22 May 2021.

In his sermon, he said:

“When we look at a reboot as an opportunity to look at who we are, where we are and how we are, our foundation is built on a vision of God’s presence blessing and assuring."