Everyone at Sheffield Cathedral joins with the wider Sheffield community in our profound shock and sadness at the tragic death of Harvey Willgoose. We continue to pray for his family and friends.
The Cathedral is open every day in the lead up to Harvey’s funeral on Friday 21st February, with Chaplains available to talk, and the opportunity to light a candle in Harvey’s memory.
God of love,
we thank you that Harvey is in your gentle and loving hands,
far from the cruelty, violence and pain of our world.
When the trouble was near,
we could not understand how you seemed to remain far away.
And yet it is to you we turn;
for in life and death
it is you alone whom we can trust,
and yours alone is the love that holds us fast.
We find it hard to forgive the deed
that has brought us so much grief.
But we know that, if life is soured by bitterness,
an unforgiving spirit brings no peace.
Lord, save us and help us.
Strengthen in us the faith and hope that Harvey
is freed from the past with all its hurt,
and rests for ever in the calm security of your love,
in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Please direct any media enquiries to Nicola Burgin on 0114 2636061.