Christ Church, St Lucia
Cnr Central and Ninth Avenues St Lucia
Brisbane Chorale presents a multi-cultural musical celebration of Christmas for the whole family, including community carols and refreshments. Special guests include Emily Cox (conductor), Christopher Wrench (organist), Bel Canto Singers, and Chloe Han (conductor). Tickets: $35 Adult, $30 Concession, and $15 Student. See more.
St Mary’s Anglican Church 455 Main Street Kangaroo Point
Join Canticum Chamber Choir and conductor Emily Cox AM, for glorious Advent and Christmas music followed by Christmas cake and drinks on the lawn. Session begins with audience carol singing and organ music. Two sessions available: Saturday 30 November 4.50pm-6.15pm, and Sunday 1 December 4.50pm-6.15pm. Tickets: $30 Adults, $25 Concession, and $10 Children under 16. See more.
“This sense of freedom that emerged from being encouraged and resourced to give something a go helped change the narrative in our church. It shifted the conversation from ‘struggle’ and ‘decline’ to ‘opportunity’ and ‘possibility’. This narrative shift is the most valuable outcome of our Adapting Ministry in Complex Times pilot participation,” says The Rev’d Rosemary Gardiner
Hear The Rev’d Michael Calder and Bree Uebergang from St Bart’s, Toowoomba sing a soulful rendition of this classic 19th century Christmas carol, which they recorded at Toowoomba Anglican School
“There will be a place for the traditional songs in Christmas services again this year. But as enjoyable as the well-known carols are, there is always a need for a fresh sound, for a different text that can help us think anew about the nature of our Christmas celebration,” says The Rev’d Canon Dr David Cole