Advent and Christmas
Thank you for celebrating Advent and Christmas with us, whether in person or online. We will announce details of services and events for 2024 later in the year.
You can still listen to our festive reflections.
Reflections
Join us throughout Advent and Christmas for a series of special reflections from the Abbey.
Reflection: First Sunday of Advent
The Reverend Mark Birch considers how God gets involved in the mess and encourages us to face it too.
Reflection: Second Sunday of Advent
The Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, considers the significance of beginnings.
Reflection: Third Sunday of Advent
The Reverend Dr James Hawkey discusses St Paul’s letter to Philippians with the emphasis on rejoicing.
Reflection: Fourth Sunday of Advent
The Reverend Mark Birch discusses how moments of fear can help us renew trust in God.
Reflection: Christmas Day
The Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle thinks about the power of God’s peace.
Reflection: First Sunday of Christmas
The Reverend Dr James Hawkey looks forward to a new year.
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