3rd Dec 2017 – 7th Jan 2018
Advent and Christmas 2017 at St Patrick’s Cathedral
Sunday 3 December at 15.15 ADVENT PROCESSION by CANDLELIGHT
The Advent Procession is
one of the year’s most dramatic services which moves from darkness to
light. Words and music focus on the Advent theme of light in darkness,
hope in despair, and a new relationship with God in Christ. Sung by the
Cathedral Choir.
Sunday 10 December at 15.15 CAROLS FOR ALL
The service of Carols for All is
an opportunity to join in the Church of Ireland’s rich musical
tradition of congregational singing, led by the Choir and accompanied by
the Cathedral’s majestic organ. Early arrival is advised – suitable for
all ages, children especially welcome.
Sunday 17 December at 15.15 AND Christmas Eve at 16.00* NINE LESSONS & CAROLS
The Service of Nine Lessons and Carols provides
us with rich and elaborate music performed by the Cathedral Choir who
use their skills to catch us up in a resounding chorus of praise to God.
(NB entry into the service on Christmas Eve is by ticket only).
Christmas Day at 11.15 CHORAL EUCHARIST with CAROLS
Christians, awake! Salute the happy morn, whereon the Saviour of the world was born!Join us this Christmas Day for a Service of Choral Eucharist with readings from Holy Scripture, congregational carols & anthems led by the Cathedral Choir.
Sunday 7 January at 15.15 EPIPHANY PROCESSION by CANDLELIGHT
Join
the Wise Men as they make their journey to visit Jesus in this moving
and beautiful service which follows the story of Jesus from his birth
through to his childhood and on to his adult life. Some of the most
beautiful music of the year is sung by the Cathedral choir in this
popular and special service.
Sunday 7 January at 20.00 LA NATIVITÉ DU SEIGNEUR
Messiaen’s
organ meditation on the mystery of the birth of Christ, interspersed
with readings and prayers. Performed by Cathedral Organist, David Leigh.
Sunday 4 February at 15.15 A CEREMONY OF CAROLS
The
ever–popular work for upper voices and harp, performed by Schola
Patricii (the Cathedral’s senior girls’ choir) and Dianne Marshall.
Motets sung by the Vicars Choral and readings for Candlemas.
The ever–popular work for upper voices and harp, performed by Schola Patricii (the Cathedral’s senior girls’ choir) and Dianne Marshall. Motets sung by the Vicars Choral and readings for Candlemas.