On March 28th, members of the Livery gathered for the annual United Guilds Service at St. Paul’s Cathedral. The service, which brings together all Liveries and Guilds of the City, was a spectacular occasion filled with inspiring ceremony and beautiful music. Attendees came together to celebrate the City they are proud to call home under the magnificent dome of St. Paul’s. Following the service, attendees enjoyed a three-course steak lunch at Butchers'' Hall.
The service was highlighted by a moving sermon from The Very Rev’d Mark Oakley, Dean of Southwark Cathedral, who spoke about the significance of living in the moment and avoiding the regret of "too late." We are pleased to share the sermon with you, attached below, for your reflection.
The United Guilds Service remains an important occasion, reflecting the unity and heritage of the City’s Guilds, with this year’s service offering both ceremony and connection