Leicestershire

The Rev Kate Bottley explores the ancient rhythm of prayer and work practised by the Roman Catholic monks of Mount St Bernard’s Abbey in Leicestershire. She speaks to the brothers about their calling and the purpose of the monastic community, and also samples the renowned Trappist beer brewed in the monastery.

In nearby Loughborough, YolanDa Brown steps back in time at the oldest working bell foundry in the world and discovers how centuries-old craftsmanship is still producing bells to call people to worship.

And we visit Leicester’s Chinese Church as it celebrates its thirtieth anniversary.

With hymns and songs from Leicester and across the UK.

Music featured:
1. Holy, Holy, Holy – St James the Greater, Leicester
2. Soul of My Saviour – St Patrick's Church, Dungannon
3. Sanctus – The Choir of St Paul's Cathedral, London
4. Build Your Kingdom Here – Reach Derby
5. Jesus Shall Reign, Where'er the Sun – St Martin-in-the-Fields choir
6. He Has Made Me Glad – Reading Town Hall
7. And Can It Be – De Montfort Hall, Leicester