Christians from across the Liverpool City Region came together on Pentecost Sunday, 24 May, for the annual Two Cathedrals Walk, a joyful public witness to Christian unity.

On a warm and sunny afternoon, worshippers gathered outside Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, where the combined cathedral choirs sang and the Salvation Army band provided music for the occasion. Archbishop John Sherrington led a short service, reflecting on St Paul’s words that while there are “varieties of gifts”, all are united by the same Spirit and called to work for the common good.

The procession then set off down Hope Street, led by the Salvation Army band. Following behind were the cathedral choirs, the deans of both cathedrals – Tony O'Brien and Sue Jones – alongside church leaders from the region, including Archbishop John, Bishop Ruth Worsley, Rev Phil Jump of Churches Together in the Merseyside Region (CTMR), and clergy from a wide range of Christian traditions. Many participants carried national flags, reflecting the international character of the Church and the theme of Pentecost.

Arriving at Liverpool Cathedral, walkers were welcomed by the Melling Community Gospel Choir before joining in a service of prayer, Scripture and reflection. Rev Phil Jump spoke about the importance of the Churches Together in the Merseyside Region’s Manifesto for Hope, launched during last year’s Faith in the City anniversary celebrations.

Following the service, visitors explored stalls from organisations reflecting the manifesto’s nine themes, including rebuilding trust, constructive partnership, true equality and ensuring that no one feels alone. Organisations such as Mission in the Economy, L’Arche, the Centre for Theology and Community, and the Catholic Association for Racial Justice were represented.

Inspired by the first Pentecost, and the city’s rich faith history, the annual walk once again demonstrated that, while Christians may come from many traditions and backgrounds, they remain united in one faith and one mission to bring hope to the world.

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