Join the UCL Chaplain and Interfaith Adviser in attending an awe-inspiring service of Choral Evensong at Westminster Abbey.
Meet-up Time: 16:30
Service Time: 17:00-18:00
Location: Outside the west entrance of Westminster Abbey (Dean's Yard, London SW1P 3PA)
Westminster Abbey is a historic and iconic landmark located in the heart of London. Officially known as the Collegiate Church of Saint Peter at Westminster, it has been a significant site for over a thousand years. The Abbey has played a central role in British history, touching the lives of kings, queens, statesmen, soldiers, poets, priests, heroes, and even villains since its founding in 960 AD
Evensong
This service follows the traditional pattern in The Book of Common Prayer and consists of choral music (psalms, canticles, and anthems) from the rich Anglican musical tradition, scripture readings, and prayers.
Details for 6 February
Sung by the Choir of Westminster Abbey in the Quire; attended by the Deputy High Commissioner for New Zealand.
Music during the service will be:
Byrd Prevent us, O Lord, in all our doings
Ayleward Responses
Bingham York Service
MacMillan A New Song
What to Expect
After we enter, we will be shown to our seats by a verger. It is not required to actively participate in any aspect of the service if you do not wish to, but please respect others attending the service to pray. Many people enjoy attending these services to simply sit in silence while the service is sung around them. Photos of the Abbey during the service are not allowed.
Who can attend? Anyone from any background is very welcome. You do not need to be a Christian, and is a great opportunity to learn about a different faith or worldview.
For more information about this service at Westminster Abbey visit https://www.westminster-abbey.org/worship-music/