Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey

Sermons, services and reflections from Westminster Abbey and lectures on issues of faith, ethics, politics and public policy-making from the Westminster Abbey Institute.

  • 5 minutes
    6: Repentance as Self-Examination
    The Reverend Catherine Williams reflects on Jesus and Mary’s interaction at Bethany, as we move towards Holy Week and the events of Christ’s passion and death. We welcome Catherine Williams - an Anglican priest, spiritual director, and writer - as a guest contributor to our reflections throughout this season.

    Join us in the observance of the Lenten season, wherever you are, through online resources and streamed services. Find out more at: https://westminster-abbey.org/lent
    6 April 2025, 8:00 am
  • 6 minutes 28 seconds
    5: Repentance for a New Life
    The Reverend Dr James Hawkey, Canon Theologian and Almoner at the Abbey, examines Jesus’ beloved parable of the prodigal son, with its reminder of the new life that repentance can bring.

    Join us in the observance of the Lenten season, wherever you are, through online resources and streamed services. Find out more at: https://westminster-abbey.org/lent 
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    30 March 2025, 8:00 am
  • 5 minutes 13 seconds
    4: Growing through Repentance
    The Reverend Catherine Williams discovers the meaning of Jesus' parable of the fig tree, and how we grow in faith through our repentance. We welcome The Reverend Catherine Williams - an Anglican priest, spiritual director, and writer - as a guest contributor to our reflections throughout this season.
    23 March 2025, 9:00 am
  • 4 minutes 12 seconds
    3: Repentance Made Possible
    The Reverend Mark Birch discovers how our repentance is made possible through Jesus, bringing us closer to God.

    Join us in the observance of the Lenten season, wherever you are, through online resources and streamed services. Find out more at: https://westminster-abbey.org/lent
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    16 March 2025, 9:00 am
  • 6 minutes
    2: Entering the Wilderness in Lent
    Explore Jesus' journey through the wilderness, and how this inspires our Lenten journey of repentance. We welcome The Reverend Catherine Williams - an Anglican priest, spiritual director, and writer - as a guest contributor to our reflections throughout this season.

    Join us in the observance of the Lenten season, wherever you are, through online resources and streamed services. Find out more at: https://westminster-abbey.org/lent
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    9 March 2025, 9:00 am
  • 4 minutes 34 seconds
    1: An Ash Wednesday Reflection
    Join The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, Dean of Westminster, as he explores the significance of Ash Wednesday, and how it helps us enter into the season of Lent. 
    5 March 2025, 9:00 am
  • 5 minutes 11 seconds
    8: Feast of the Epiphany Reflection: God made manifest
    Join The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, Dean of Westminster, on the Feast of the Epiphany of Our Lord, as he explores why Christ’s birth matters. Listen to his reflection and find out more about Advent and Christmas at Westminster Abbey at: https://www.westminster-abbey.org/worship-music/services-times/advent-and-christmas/
    5 January 2025, 9:00 am
  • 4 minutes 54 seconds
    7: Feast of the Holy Name : God who is revealed to us by name
    Discover how the Feast of the Holy Name and the Abbey's Islip Chapel are connected, in this reflection from The Reverend Canon James Hawkey. Listen to his reflection and find out more about Advent and Christmas at Westminster Abbey at: https://www.westminster-abbey.org/worship-music/services-times/advent-and-christmas/

    1 January 2025, 2:00 pm
  • 5 minutes 24 seconds
    6: A Reflection for the First Sunday of Christmas: God who is being revealed to us
    Ponder the meaning of young Jesus' teaching in the temple with The Reverend Amanda Bourne in a reflection for the First Sunday of Christmas. Listen to her reflection and find out more about Advent and Christmas at Westminster Abbey at: https://www.westminster-abbey.org/worship-music/services-times/advent-and-christmas/
    29 December 2024, 9:00 am
  • 5 minutes 1 second
    5: Christmas Day Reflection: God who dwells with us
    Hear the good news of Christ's coming with The Very Reverend David Hoyle in this Christmas Day Reflection from Westminster Abbey. Listen to his reflection and find out more about Advent and Christmas at Westminster Abbey at: https://www.westminster-abbey.org/Advent/
    25 December 2024, 9:00 am
  • 5 minutes 4 seconds
    4: Advent Reflection 4: God who has promised
    Explore Elizabeth and Mary's response to God's promise with The Reverend Canon Jamie Hawkey on this Fourth Sunday of Advent. Listen to his reflection and find out more about Advent and Christmas at Westminster Abbey at: https://www.westminster-abbey.org/Advent/
    22 December 2024, 9:00 am
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