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Archive of fundraising events held in aid of St Peter’s, from 2018 onwards – Thanks to all who came along to support – We hope these posts bring back some happy memories at St Peter’s Church.

A Weekend of ‘Messiah’ at St Peter’s

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Alleluia – Thank you!

65 singers from choirs across Leicester and Leicestershire, the Knighton Chamber Orchestra and four soloists, former Leicester University students, were conducted by Dr. Paul Jenkins. The audience in the almost full church were mesmerised by the beauty and volume of the music which resonated outside to nearby residents.

The performance completes the National Lottery Heritage Activities for the grant work to repair the roofs as well as raising £3,252.85 and after expenses, £1,403.64 for St. Peter’s (much better than William Hanbury did—he couldn’t afford to pay the orchestra!) 

Thanks to all who gave their support especially the volunteers from the PCC for preparing the church and at the concert, and Roz Folwell for her leadership and commitment to the event.

Barry Barnes, Secretary to the PCC of Church Langton.

  • 'Messiah' 2022, St Peter's Church Langton
    ‘Messiah’ 2022, St Peter’s Church Langton
  • 'Messiah' 2022, St Peter's Church Langton
    ‘Messiah’ 2022, St Peter’s Church Langton
  • 'Messiah' 2022, St Peter's Church Langton
    ‘Messiah’ 2022, St Peter’s Church Langton
  • 'Messiah' 2022, St Peter's Church Langton
    ‘Messiah’ 2022, St Peter’s Church Langton
  • Soloists at Messiah, St Peter’s Church Langton, Saturday 14th May, 2022

The programme is still available to download as a souvenir, if you wish, see below.

Programme: Messiah 14-05-2022Download

The Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

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A simple prayer of thanks for her Majesty’s long life and service – We rejoice in her unique ability to bring communities, countries and people together. Enjoy each other’s company over this Jubilee weekend and, we pray, for many years to come.

Long may she reign!

Gracious God, we give you thanks
for the reign of your servant Elizabeth our Queen,
and for the example of loving and faithful service
which she has shown among us.
Help us to follow her example of dedication
and to commit our lives to you and to one another,
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

Prayer courtesy of Diocese of Leicester, 2022

Watercolour portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of her coronation

A Weekend of ‘Messiah’ at St Peter’s

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Alleluia – Thank you!

A wonderful weekend of Messiah at St Peter’s – There are more photos and news to follow, but briefly, we wanted to thank everyone who came, all who sang, those who played and those who organised and directed. What an experience!

Firstly, our thanks go to Neil Crutchley for his talk on Friday evening, which set the scene of the first and unique performance in 1759.

On Saturday, The Knighton Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Dr Paul Jenkins with the Community Choir and soloists Rebecca Madden Soprano, Alice Chamber Alto, Brennan Alleyne Tenor and Andrew Radford Baritone raised the roof in an exhilarating performance of the full oratorio. Thanks to all – Alleluia!

Soloists at Messiah, St Peter’s Church Langton, Saturday 14th May, 2022

The programme is still available to download as a souvenir, if you wish, see below.

Programme: Messiah 14-05-2022Download