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Radio 4,18 Dec 2025,15 mins

Advent People - Zechariah

Daily Service

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Lambeth Palace opens its gardens to Wintershall, welcoming thousands of schoolchildren for a journey into the Advent theme of ‘waiting’. Actors bring the nativity to life - complete with real animals - guiding visitors through scenes of anticipation and hope. In this service, we reflect on Zechariah's story as the Advent narrative unfolds in the heart of London. Presenter: Laura Darrall Reading: Luke 1: 68-79 Music O Come, O come Emmanuel St Martin's Voices CD: A Babe is Born (Resonus) The Little Road to Bethlehem - Michael Head St Martin-in-the-Fields Junior Choir BBC recording Ding-dong ding! from 'Little Jazz Carols' - Bob Cholcott St Martin's Voices CD: Little Jazz Carols (St Martin's Voices)

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