The Advent Carol Service in the Abbey Church is the highlight of both the School and the Church’s year. Starting at the back, in darkness, the service began with candles being lit and light gradually filling the church.
The service showcased some quite exceptional singing from the Mixed Chamber Choir, Boys’ Chamber Choir, Girls’ Chamber Choir and the Schola Cantorum including solos from Emily, James and Ciara. The service was led by Father Michael Patey and included four readings and the Exposition, Benediction and Reposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Hymns included Hark the Herald Angels Sing, Once in Royal David’s City and O Come, O Come Emmanuel.
Recordings taken from the service will be available in the new year and photographs are now available to view from our Flickr site https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjB73fp.