Engage and immerse yourself in the biblical story in a way you never have before, through the spectacular silk works of textile artist Jacqui Parkinson.
Threads through the Bible is a culmination of ten years’ work, combining three astonishing exhibitions: ‘Threads through Creation’, ‘Threads through the Cross’ and ‘Threads through Revelation’. In total there will be 38 silk panels, stretching 80 meters in length with more than 25 million stitches!
Jaqui Parkinson was born in Manchester and now lives in Devon. She is a former drama teacher, with her love for the dramatic and care to detail evident in her artwork. Her Christian faith is fundamental to her work. She holds a principal interest in bringing the message of God’s love through her artwork, providing information, affirmation, questions, encouragement and pleasure.
Jacqui goes through a unique process when creating her art, starting with old bed sheets as a base, as she takes to the idea of using a canvas that holds memories of happiness and sorrow. She quilts them, paints them and overlays layers of silk. She then stitches these and cuts through to reveal the layers beneath. She includes appliquéd items such as metallic leathers and gold leaf. Jacqui’s past work ‘Threads through Revelation’ toured the country’s cathedrals from 2016-2018 as did ‘Threads through Creation’ from 2021-2024.
This exhibition will join the two together and tell the overarching story of the bible. It will take the viewer from the ‘all is initially good’ of genesis, through the life and death of Jesus, back to ‘all is good again’ of revelation, resulting in a unique, celebratory piece of art.
Find out how you can take part below
Please not the exhibition is not available to view on the 26th and 27th February
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are coming with a group of 15 or over please fill out the contact form below.
We can also offer catering options for groups, for this email: catering@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk
Clergy are warmly invited to join the congregation at any service during the Threads Through the Bible installation.
If you would like to robe and participate in a service, please contact Jayne Bainbridge at jayne.bainbridge@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk in advance.
Clergy from outside the Liverpool Diocese will need to undergo the necessary checks before taking part.
Absolutely! There is lift access to the Main Space. As well as a chair lift to The Well space (Please note there is a 220kg weight limit for the chair lift)
The Cathedral carpark operates on a first come, first serve basis. This is chargeable using an ANPR system, which you pay for at one of the pay points before you exit.
If you are coming in a group and therefore travelling via minibus/coach, please contact our Visitor Services Manager: jennifer.moran@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk
Definitely! Visitors can do some shopping in our Cathedral Shop or enjoy a bite to eat and something to drink from the Welsford Bistro.
Take part…
More and More Angels! A Threads Through The Cross Workshop
Join us for a fun and imaginative workshop inspired by the stunning Threads Through the Bible exhibition! This hands-on session invites participants to explore angelic imagery featured in the exhibition’s Cross and Revelation panels and create their own 3D angel to take home.
17th January – 2 PM
New Creation: A Threads Through Revelation Workshop
Let your imagination take flight in this creative workshop inspired by Panel 14: New Creation from the Threads Through the Bible exhibition. Explore ideas about heaven and express your vision of home through art and craft.
18th January – 2 PM
The Thread of God’s Care: Praying with ‘Threads through the Bible’
Join us for a special day of prayer and quiet reflection led by Revd Dr Sally Harper and Liz Shields, inspired by Jacqui Parkinson’s extraordinary exhibition, Threads Through the Bible.
8th February – 10:30 AM
A special thank you to the Cathedral Friends for making this exhibition possible.