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Praise Be!

on BBC One London

Thora Hird introduces hymns chosen by viewers which recall 'journeys past'. She talks to the comedian
Charlie Chester about his life as a soldier and entertainer during the last war. She also recalls the First World War through the eyes of Frank Sumpter who travels back to the trenches where he introduces the hymn Abide with Me.
Lead kindly light (Alberta); Spirit of God (Skye boat song); The iifeboat hymn; 0 God our help in ages past
(St Anne); Seek ye first: On a hill far away (The old rugged cross); The King of love (St Columba); Abide with me (Eventide); Be not afraid Assistant producer
VALETTA STALLABRASS Producer NOEL VINCENT BBC North West
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Introduces:
Thora Hird
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Charlie Chester
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Frank Sumpter

BBC One London

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