One of the most dispiriting reflections of the state of the Church of England has been the spectacle of ancient cathedrals hosting what critics call “raves in the nave” – silent discos. A recent event at Canterbury Cathedral was especially repugnant; people danced to the music of Eminem and the Spice Girls in the nave of the cathedral and alcoholic drinks were served; all in the place where Thomas Becket was murdered at the behest of Henry II for his defence of the rights of the Church. At least in the 11th century Becket’s enemies were clearly identifiable. Those who now allow the use of these ancient places of Christian worship for profane purposes are those responsible for them: the deans and canons who run them.