Reflection in words & music - Easter Sunday 5th April 2026

Join The Revd Canon Dr Alison Joyce, Rector of St Bride's, and St Bride's Choir for this week's reflection in words and music. St Bride's Choir opens this week's reflection with the Hallelujah Chorus, which concludes the second part of Handel's great oratorio "Messiah"; what better way to celebrate the great miracle of Easter, that triumph of love and life over death. Our reading recalls St Matthew's description of how an angel came and rolled back the tombstone, proclaiming "He is not here; for he has risen". Alison begins her reflection with the simple yet profound words 'Isn't love amazing' which lie at the heart of the Easter story. We conclude with the timely hymn "The day of resurrection" – a translation of the words of St John of Damascus by John Neale, the poet and fervent supporter of the 19th century Oxford Movement, which looked to reintroduce more Roman Catholic thought and practice into the Church of England. Information about our weekly Sunday services in St Bride's of Choral Eucharist at 11am (www.stbrides.com/worship-music/wo…horal-eucharist/) and Choral Evensong at 5:30pm (www.stbrides.com/worship-music/wo…choral-evensong/) can be found on the website. Find out what's happening at St Bride's at www.stbrides.com/whats-on If you enjoy listening, please leave a comment below or subscribe to our channel. It is great to get your feedback. SUPPORT ST BRIDE'S ================== We are hugely grateful for people's generosity which we wholly rely on to continue our work, maintain our wonderful architectural heritage and support world-class music-making. People are often surprised to learn that St Bride's receives no external funding. If you would like to make a donation, you can do so at www.justgiving.com/stbrideschurchfleetstreet