Service of 9 Lessons and Carols at our Sister Church, St. Cuthbert's, East Rainton
- Occurring
- for 1 hour, 30 mins
- Venue
- St Cuthberts, East Rainton
- Address St Cuthberts, East Rainton, Quarry House Ln, East Rainton, Houghton le Spring, DH5 9QH, United Kingdom
This beautiful, thoughtful and traditional service is a cherished Christian worship tradition observed near to Christmas Eve. The service weaves together nine short Bible readings—spanning from Genesis to the Gospels—that narrate the story of humanity’s fall, the promise of the Messiah, and the birth of Jesus. These readings are interspersed with the joyful melodies of Christmas carols, hymns, and choir anthems. Its origins trace back to Truro Cathedral in Cornwall, where the first formal service was conducted in 1880 by Bishop Edward White Benson. This beautiful tradition invites worshippers into the heart of the Christmas narrative, celebrating the hope and light that Christ brings to the world. This service takes place at our Sister Church, St. Cuthbert's in East Rainton.