According to Dr. Seuss, “Maybe Christmas doesn’t come from a store. Maybe Christmas… perhaps… means a little bit more!” Christmas is a special time at St. James Anglican Church in Perth, and again this year the choir will provide everyone with a beautiful opportunity to experience that “little bit more”.
For many years, the people of Perth have enjoyed “9 Lessons and Carols” at St. James. This special celebration of the Christmas story now has a shorter format that will be sure to delight listeners of all ages. “Advent to Christmas by Candlelight” will take place on Sunday, December 7 at 4pm at St. James.
Peter Woodwark and Val Leavitt, music directors at St. James, are pleased to invite the people of Perth to hear the St. James Choir retell the Christmas story in song. Because most of us enjoy singing some of the old favourites ourselves, Christmas carols will alternate with readings to tell the story of Christ’s birth.
Guest artists Sylvia Goodeve and Patrick Kline (piano and cello) will accompany most of the carols and anthems during the hour-long service. Brad Mills, organist at St. Paul’s United Church and longtime friend and partner of St. James, will accompany two of the carols on organ.
All are welcome to experience that “little bit more” of Christmas in this warm and festive candlelight celebration. A freewill offering will be gratefully accepted at the door.