Detail from the Crib in the Church of St James the Less, Sulgrave
Despite all the problems associated with public gatherings during the pandemic, the dedicated efforts of enthusiastic villagers ensured that a few days before Christmas a Carol Concert took place in the Church of St James the Less, Sulgrave, whilst fully respecting the latest regulations.
Shrimp Christy led the service and introduced the singers:
Micaela Haslam
and
Roseanne Wilson
The organist was John Wilson whose wife, Phyllis Wilson, gave one of the readings. Other readers were Andrew Dixon, Richard Fonge, Anya-Mae Crowley, Dominic North, Anne Dyde and Esther Miles.
The service was recorded by Charlie Ford-Ziemelis from the back of the church with help from Charlie Waite.
Click here to see and hear an edited version of the service.