on the Feast of the Epiphany
From the Parish Church of All Souls, Langham-Place, London Celebrant THE REV COLIN SEMPER , assisted by members of the staff of the BBC, including a section of the BBC Chorus
Preacher THE REV HUBERT HOSKINS Epistle: Ephesians 3, vv 1-12 (NEB
Gospel: Matthew 2, vv 1-12 (NEB) Hymns (English Hymnal): Why, impious Herod, shouldst thou fear (38) (Introit): Bethlehem. of noblest cities (40) (Gradual); As with gladness (39)
Offertory hymn: Brightest and best (Malcolm Williamson)
Anthem: A spotless rose (Howells)
The Service sung to the setting Collegium Regale by Howells Director of Music JOHN POOLE Organist BARRY ROSE