Holy Trinity Silicon Valley · Palo Alto, California
One unhurried hour of Scripture and song.
Lessons & Carols is a service of readings from Scripture, each followed by a carol or hymn. Together they celebrate both the first coming of Jesus Christ and his still awaited second coming.
The form dates to an 1880 service in Truro, England, and was made famous by King's College, Cambridge. At Holy Trinity, an Anglican church in Palo Alto, we keep it as a joyful yet sacred evening in the days approaching Christmas. Everyone is welcome, whatever you believe.
When
Thursday, December 10
7:30 to 8:30 PM
Length
About an hour
Cost
Free
No tickets needed
Dress
Come as you are
Tradition
Anglican
ACNA · C4SO
What to expect
- i.
Readings
Short passages from the Old and New Testaments, read aloud by members of the congregation.
- ii.
Carols
Familiar carols and Advent hymns between the readings. Sing along, or simply listen.
- iii.
Prayer
The service closes with prayer and a blessing.
- iv.
Refreshments
Stay after the blessing for festive refreshments and a chance to say hello.
Questions, answered.
Do I need to be a member or a Christian to come?
No. Lessons & Carols is open to everyone, and many people come for the music and the narrative. Nothing is asked of you.
Do I need to RSVP or buy a ticket?
No. The service is free. Just arrive a few minutes before 7:30 PM.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes. Families are welcome, and the service is about an hour long.
What is an Anglican church?
Anglicans worship with the Book of Common Prayer, in a tradition reaching back through the Church of England to the early Church. Holy Trinity is part of the Anglican Church in North America and the Diocese of Churches for the Sake of Others (C4SO).
Where do I park?
There is ample parking at the church. Accessible (handicap) parking is limited, so allow a few extra minutes if you need it.
Thursday, December 10 · 7:30 PM
Come and hear the story.
3373 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Free and open to all.
Also this season: Christmas Eve service, Thursday, December 24 at 5:00 PM