I came across this painting a few years ago: a richly ornate depiction of the three Wise Men bringing their offerings to the Christ child. It's in the church of St Wilfrid in Harrogate, a large Anglo-Catholic church, designed by the architect Temple Lushington Moore (wonderful name!), built in the early 1900s and now a Grade I listed building. On this special day in the Christian calendar
'May the true spirit of Christmas shine in your heart and light your path.'
Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, I wish you love, joy and peace - today, tomorrow and always.
I'm taking the liberty of posting again a link to a piece of music that I love: John Rutter's 'Angels' Carol'.
This version, arranged by Pete Lack, is sung by members of my cousin's theatre group Taylormade
Productions.
It was recorded during the Covid lockdown. It brought such joy then and continues to be one of my
favourite carols. Do listen and enjoy it.
That's a lovely painting of the nativity. I enjoyed the choir, much as ours had done to share music during the pandemic! Hope your Christmas is joyous and shared with friends and family!
ReplyDeleteAlthough I have been to Harrogate often, I don‘t think I have ever been inside any of the churches there, so this beautiful painting is new to me.
ReplyDeleteIf it wasn‘t for Christmas being very much about being home with my Mum and sister, I would love to attend a service at Ripon Cathedral - there are videos online of wonderful choir performances at Christmas time.