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Date: 17 November 2008 17:03:16
An early start for Remembrance Sunday, with the address by our new curate, himself a former member of the Forces. The atmosphere was tremendous as the organist (during the administration) struck up with 'Be still my soul', followed by us singing the words and then a medley of quiet reassurance, ending with 'Be still for the presence of the Lord, the Holy One is here'.
The usual Remembrance Parade and Service by the war memorial followed - always a special town occasion. 'O valiant hearts' - played by the town band - was very moving and solemn, but the mood immediately changed at their striking up of 'It's a long way to Tipperaray'.
Our third service of the day was Choral Evensong, with 'My eyes for beauty pine' (Howells), after which we were glad to return home and rest.