“Magical”,”Moving”,”Merry” that’s how this year’s annual Candlelight Carol Service- orchestrated by Mr Barbarczi (Head of St Christopher’s School) and Mr Bard (Curriculum Leader of Performing Arts at St Edmund’s Academy)- could be summed up. The “twinkly lights” service was attended by numerous people, and Monsignor Mark Crisp kicked off the event with welcomes and opening prayers. A new and upcoming organist captivated the audience’s hearts with her uplifting songs and carols. The night was filled with singing by choirs from St Bernadette’s School, St Christopher’s School, St Edmund’s Academy, SS Peter & Paul’s Academy and St Teresa’s Academy – and beautifully delivered readings by pupils from each school and even our very own Melanie Puthussery, Year 7, and Deputy Head boy, Gurveer Dhiman. Our Lay Chaplain, Mrs Ferris, also took part in the atmospheric service and eloquently read “The Birth of Jesus”. The service came to a close with Monsignor Mark Crisp saying the closing prayers and ending with a warmth-providing blessing. Christmas is all about giving back and this year’s service raised £185  for the Save the Children charity. On the whole, the event can be described as being the best way to get people feeling Christmassy.

 

By Janis Liora Tchiesso Nantchouang

Year 11- Work Experience