Lisburn Cathedral Dedication

Tuesday July 25th 2006

Work on Lisburn Cathedral’s building and grounds was dedicated by the Rt Rev Alan Harper, Bishop of Connor, at a Dedication and Gift Day Service.

The work included new heating, restoration of the Chapter Room and Choir Room, a toilet with disability assess, new lighting in the grounds and the flood lighting of the Cathedral Building.

The architects were Greeves Kelly Cairns; T.G.M. Consulting were responsible for the internal electrics and heating; Caldwell Consulting were responsible for the outside lighting; and the building work was carried out by Annvale Construction.

The rector, the Rev Canon Sam Wright and the Vicar – the Rev Kenneth McGrath, led the service. Frank Bailie, the Praise Band and the Cathedral Worship Group led the praise. Scripture readings were by Ruth Gardiner and the Bishop of Connor, the Rt. Rev. Alan Harper, gave the address. Members of the design, consultants and construction firms also took part in the service.