Anglican / Church of England services and events
Welcome Week 2024
To all new students – many congratulations on securing your place at the University of Exeter, and a very warm welcome!
Sunday 15th September
Hot Chocolate and Cookies
Time: Drop in any time between 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Venue: Mary Harris Memorial Chapel, Streatham Campus
Just arrived and not sure what to do? Feeling a little lost? Want to escape the busyness of halls for a bit?
Come along for free hot chocolate and cookies in the Chapel and meet other new students. All new students are very welcome, regardless of faith / tradition / worldview.
Vegan and gluten-free options will be available.
Monday 16th September
St Luke's Morning Prayer and Breakfast
Time: 8.00am - 8.30am for prayer
Venue: St Luke's Chapel, St Luke's Campus
A service of sung morning prayer, followed by a free breakfast for those who are able to stay afterwards.
Breakfast will be tea/coffee and bacon rolls (including vegan alternative).
Wednesday 18th September
Bible Study
Time: 1.00pm - 2.00pm
Venue: The Quiet Room, The Old Library, Streatham Campus
Bible study led by the Anglican and Free Church chaplains.
This Bible study is inclusive of all Christians, as well as those interested in the Christian faith, regardless of faith / tradition / worldview or denomination.
Come and Sing Choral Evensong: Rehearsal
Time: 4.00pm - 4.45pm (please arrive promptly)
Venue: Mary Harris Memorial Chapel, Streatham Campus
An opportunity for anyone thinking of joining the Chapel Choir to sing with them during a service of Choral Evensong.
There will be 45 minutes rehearsal, followed by a short break before the service begins at 5pm.
Choral Evensong: Welcome Service
Time: 5.00pm - 5.45pm
Venue: Mary Harris Memorial Chapel, Streatham Campus
A reflective service of choral music sung by the University of Exeter Chapel Choir and prospective new choristers, together with bible readings and prayer.
Choral Evensong has been sung in cathedrals and chapels for hundreds of years.
While our evensong service is often streamed online, the music performed in the Mary Harris Memorial Chapel benefits from the chapel's superb accoustics – the live experience is recommended. Many regular visitors find choral evensong to be a calming, uplifting and inspiring end to the day.
The service will be followed by tea and cake for all who are able to stay, served in the Old Library just opposite the Chapel.
If you're thinking of auditioning for the Chapel Choir, and are intending to sing with them at this service, please attend the rehearsal in the Mary Harris Chapel at 4pm.
Joint Choir Social: The Chapel Choir and the Exeter University Singers
Time: 7.00pm - late...
Venue: Meet up at the Mary Harris Memorial Chapel before heading into town.
Anyone interested in joining the Chapel Choir is welcome to this evening social.
Pizza and Board Games
Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm
Venue: The Neil Cross Room, Level 1, Forum Library, Streatham Campus
Looking for a relaxing, peaceful and fun way to socialise and meet new people in the middle of Welcome Week? Come along to the Forum Library for free pizza and board games!
This event is open to all new students regardless of faith / tradition / worldview or denomination. Bring your flat/house mates!
Jointly run by the Anglican and Free Church chaplains, in partnership with the Student Christian Movement.
Thursday 19th September
Tea and Cake
Time: 12.00pm - 2.00pm
Venue: St Luke's Chapel, St Luke's Campus
Come and enjoy some lunchtime tea and cake in St Luke's Chapel.
Everyone is welcome to come and see the newly refurbished chapel space and meet our chaplains.
Sunday 22nd September
University Welcome Service
Time: 5.00pm - 6.00pm
Venue: Mary Harris Memorial Chapel, Streatham Campus
A traditional Anglican service with hymns, readings and holy communion.
Sanctuary Welcome Service
Time: 7.00pm - 8.15pm
Venue: Mary Harris Memorial Chapel, Streatham Campus
A reflective service, led by the Anglican and Free Church Chaplains.