Event: Arena Remembrance Event at St Chad's: Channels of Peace
Tuesday 22 May 2018
2pm
Rochdale Parish Church of St Chad's
Sparrow Hill
Rochdale
OL16 1QT
DETAILS:
On 22 May 2018 it will be one year since the bomb at the Manchester Arena. In Manchester there will be a service at the Cathedral and a minute’s silence will be held at 2.30pm, in Rochdale St Chads will be open, with the tolling of the bell 22 times in memory of each of the victims.
Revd Mark Coleman, Vicar of St Chad's said: “The morning after the bomb St Chad's church opened, and many came to light a candle, pray and write in a book of remembrance.
“This year we want to mark the anniversary with an event that brings together people from Rochdale Borough's diverse communities in song, poetry, reflection and prayer.
“The theme of the event will be honouring those who died last year by our continuing commitment to peace.
“Please join us on 22 May at 2.00pm.
“The silence will begin at with the tolling of the bell 22 times in memory of each of the victims.
“We shall finish at about 2.40pm.
“Students, singers, police, politicians, faith leaders, poets, and local people will gather will local people to take some time to remember and give thanks for the lives of those who died and were injured.
“Let’s stand together against all that seeks to divide us and show our commitment to peace.
“All are most welcome.”
Contact: Revd Mark Coleman
01706 632809