London Church Holds A Memorial Service For A Stray Cat Who Lived There For 12 Years

On a winter day in 2008, a hungry stray cat stumbled upon the Southwark Cathedral in London and never left. The kitty soon found her cozy little space right by a warm pipe beneath the chancel or on a cushion in the consistory court.

Doorkins Magnificat became such a vital part of the church’s community, capturing the hearts of clergy and visitors alike, making “the place softer and gentler and more accessible for the thousands,” according to Dean Andrew Nunn. She even met a Queen, or rather the Queen met her when the kitty fell asleep in her majesty’s favorite spot and remained there as her majesty arrived.

But unfortunately, on September 30, Doorkins Magnificat passed away. To commemorate the beloved feline, Southwark held a memorial service and laid Doorkins to rest in the churchyard. In a touching obituary, the Dean thanked God for “giving us such companions out of your good creation.” And the once-stray kitty will surely be missed by the hearts of many.

More info: SouthwarkCathedral.org.uk

[h/t: My Modern Met]

Doorkins Magnificat was once a stray cat who found a loving home at Southwark Cathedral on a cold winter day in 2008

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Image credits: Bridget Davey

Image credits: Bridget Davey

The feline became a vital part of the church’s community, capturing the hearts of clergy and visitors alike

Image credits: Bridget Davey

Image credits: Bridget Davey

Image credits: Bridget Davey

In 2017, Doorkins started having serious health problems and on September 30, the beautiful girl had a stroke and passed away

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Image credits: Bridget Davey

Image credits: Bridget Davey

But the godsend Doorkins Magnificat will always be remembered with love by whoever had a chance to meet her

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The Cathedral held a memorial service for Doorkins Magnificat which was broadcast live and had 22,473 views

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And this is what people had to say about the beloved kitty