A traditional service of music and readings marking the beginning of Advent and the journey towards the light and hope of Christ's birth on Advent Sunday 3rd December, 2023 at 5:30pm. The first and most dramatic of our Advent events.

Download the Order of Service (pdf) → https://bit.ly/3Gq1j64

Advent is a time of preparation and our anthems, hymns and readings help us reflect on the needs of the world and recognise the true significance of the coming of Christ.

Anthems:A spotless rose – Herbert HowellsSalve regina – Francis PoulencAngelus ad virginem – arr. David WillcocksThere is no rose – Robin HodsonAve Maria (Angelus Domini) – Franz BieblJesus Christ the apple tree – Elizabeth PostonRejoice in the Lord alway – Anon 16th centuryLaetentur caeli – William ByrdVigilate – William Byrd

This service is sung by the professional St Bride's Choir.

Find out about our Advent and Christmas services at https://www.stbrides.com/advent

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