Prayers for use on the 75th anniversary of VE Day
The plans that had been made in the city to observe the 75th anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) Day have been cancelled because of the COVID-19 emergency.
An Act of Commitment and three Prayers for use on this day are given here.
They can be used in our homes to help us remember those who gave their lives resisting evil and opposing tyranny, and as we give thanks for the years of peace Europe has enjoyed since the Second World War.
The Dean of Carlisle has written a thought for this day which can be read here.