Candles have always held a significant and prominent place in Christian worship, representing the light that God brought into the world through Christ.
When visiting Wakefield Cathedral many visitors choose to light a candle, be it in memory of a loved one or as a sign of prayer to God, giving thanks or sharing worries.
Lighting a candle can offer a person something to focus on when taking time to reflect or saying a prayer.
We have a number of candle stations located around the cathedral. There is no charge to light a candle but donations are greatly appreciated. All monies raised support the upkeep of Wakefield Cathedral for future generations
On an average year Wakefield Cathedral goes through over 32,000 candles! The largest candle in the cathedral, the Paschal Candle, is blessed and lit at Easter and then used throughout Easter and on special occasions within the year.
If you are unable to visit Wakefield Cathedral there is also the opportunity to light a virtual candle, appearing on our website as seen below.
You may wish to light a virtual candle in memory of a loved one or to signify a marked occasion in your life. When filling out the form you will have the opportunity to:
Again there is no charge to light a virtual candle, however donations are greatly appreciated.
Simply click ‘Light a Candle’, fill out the form and your candle and message will appear on our virtual candle wall below.
If you have any questions please do contact us by emailing admin@wakefield-cathedral.org.uk.
*if an image is uploaded it will replace the image of the candle, if no image is chosen a pre-selected image of a candle will be shown
Light a CandleDear Lord, Please heal me from headache and other issues in my head.
31st July 2023
For purchasing land we applied loan, but not sanctioned, facing issues. Please pray for me getting loan before 25 th. The land lord never extend the time after 25th.. Please pray for me…Amen
19th July 2023
I light this candle for Yulia, so that you will have peace of mind and that she will finally have self-love
5th June 2023
I am lighting a candle in memory of my uncle Philip Sykes who has died today aged 82 after a short illness.
5th June 2023
For my dad. I miss you so much. You are forever in my heart and you will be my hero forever.
5th June 2023
I want to light a candle for a beautiful friend & work colleague, who is no longer with us, Everyone misses her so much at work.
1st February 2023
For my Dad. I miss you dearly xXx
4th January 2023
In loving memory of my mum, a special grandma to my children we all miss you very much
11th December 2022
For our Dad David. Left us 12/11/2020, gone but never forgotten. Much loved . Miss you and Always in our hearts. Norma, Craig , Mark, Kirstin, Emma, Phil, Adam and Esme
16th November 2022
The Globe Candle Display, donated to Wakefield Cathedral from our sister cathedral in Skara, Sweden
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