At this Choral Evensong at 6pm in the Cathedral, Rev’d Deb will talk about the prophetic science work of Carl Sagan.

Carl Sagan (1934–1996) was an American astrophysicist, planetary scientist, and bestselling author who brought cosmic wonder to millions through his books and the landmark series Cosmos: A Personal Voyage. He combined scientific rigour with a sense of poetic awe, famously describing Earth as a “pale blue dot” suspended in a sunbeam. A prophet of the atomic and space age, Sagan warned of technological arrogance, nuclear devastation, and ecological collapse. His legacy invites us to see ourselves not as separate from the cosmos but as star-born participants in its unfolding, called to wield knowledge with conscience and care for our fragile, shared home.

Deliverance ministry asks how God meets people in places of deep struggle, naming the realities of suffering, oppression, and healing. Rev’d Claye Middleton draws on pastoral practice and theological reflection to engage deliverance ministry with care, accountability, and a strong commitment to the dignity and wellbeing of all people.