Hickory – The Chancel Choir of St. Alban’s Episcopal Church will sing Choral Evensong for the Feast of Ascension Day on Thursday, May 14, at 6:30 p.m. Evensong is a beautiful and much-loved part of the Anglican tradition of music and worship, with its roots in the Medieval practice of singing prayers and hymns at set times of the day. The Rev. Jonathan Stepp, Priest in Charge at St. Alban’s, said “the peaceful beauty of Evensong carries within it a deep connection to the spiritual life alongside a deep connection to the history of Christian worship. When a choir leads Evensong, those elements are enhanced in a way that can be wonderfully inspiring.”
Ascension Day, observed 40 days after Easter (always a Thursday), commemorates Jesus Christ physically ascending into heaven according to the New Testament. It marks the completion of his earthly ministry and his exaltation, setting the Stage for Pentecost. The feast has been celebrated since the 4th century.
Everyone is invited to join St. Alban’s for this time of beautiful music and spiritual reflection, regardless of their faith tradition or if they have no faith tradition at all.
St. Alban’s is located at 130 39th Ave. Place NW in Hickory.
Photo: St. Alban’s Episcopal Church
