The visitation recorded concerns about the spiritual life of the cathedral, noting that \u201cthe spiritual dimension of Chapter\u2019s work appears less visible than might be expected.\u201d It continued: \u201cTheological reflection in decision-making is limited and shared prayer outside formal worship is infrequent.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While the daily offices and Sunday services are \u201coffered with dignity and care\u201d, the cathedral has \u201climited awareness of the needs and well-being of its congregation\u201d, the report says. Home communion reaches \u201conly a small number of people\u201d, and visiting \u201crelies almost entirely on a few individuals\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The cathedral\u2019s relationship with the community<\/a> \u201cfeels distant and strained\u201d the report says. \u201cMany residents perceive it as focused on tourists rather than locals. This disconnect has led to frustration, missed opportunities, and weakened trust.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Among senior clergy, working relationships have become \u201cstrained, creating an environment that makes collaboration and effective decision-making difficult\u201d. Stipendiary clergy must commit themselves to gathering daily for shared prayer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Read it all<\/a>.<\/p> Interesting that one of the recommendations here was that the clergy commit themselves to gathering daily for shared prayer – something that was infrequent outside formal worship. The spiritual dimension explored.https:\/\/t.co\/wI26w8NIUW<\/a><\/p>— Madeleine Davies (@MadsDavies) May 28, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote>