Evensong is one of the oldest services in the Anglican Church. It dates back to the original Prayer Book of 1549 written by Thomas Cranmer. To create Evensong, Cranmer combined the monastic offices of Vespers (sung at sunset) and Compline (sung just before bedtime) into one rite to be sung in the evening. The structure of Evensong is closely related to Morning Prayer (Matins). Lessons from the Old and New Testaments combine with psalms and canticles to provide a biblical base for our worship. The Apostles’ Creed, the Collects and other prayers complete this liturgical expression of praise.

Evensong reflects the great Christian tradition that singing is the normative form for liturgical expression. Evensong is a beautiful and sacred method of giving praise. The tradition of daily liturgical prayer puts us in touch with our Judaic and Christian roots. Think about participating in a tradition that goes back thousands of years—a tradition that is alive and well today.

On the 100^th anniversary of Armistice Day, we commemorate all those who have served in the armed forces, with prayers for peace. Featuring George Dyson’s Evening Service in D Major; anthems by Jake Runstadt and Herbert Howells; and Walford Davies’ “A Short Requiem,” written in memory of those who died in World War I.   An organ prelude begins at 3:45 p.m.