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Reflections 2024

Join us throughout Advent and Christmas for a series of special reflections from the Abbey.

Advent I Reflection: Who are we expecting?

The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, Dean of Westminster, reflects on Luke’s gospel.

Advent II Reflection: God who wants to be known

"God wants to be known in history" says The Reverend Canon Mark Birch.

Advent III Reflection: God who keeps faith for ever

Join The Reverend Helena Bickley-Percival as she reminds us why we should 'rejoice in the Lord always'.

Advent IV Reflection: God who has promised

Explore Elizabeth and Mary's response to God with The Reverend Canon James Hawkey.

Feast of the Holy Name: God who is revealed to us by name

Discover how this feast and the Abbey's Islip Chapel are connected with The Reverend Canon James Hawkey.

Feast of the Epiphany Reflection: God made manifest

Join The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle as he explores why Christ’s birth matters.

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