Amen. O almighty God, whose will it is that all thy children should serve thee in serving one another: look with love, we pray thee, on this Nation. The day thou gavest, Lord, is ended, the darkness falls at thy behest; to thee our morning hymns ascended, thy praise shall sanctify our rest. With thanksgiving we praise God for her constant example of Christian faith and devotion. This week's services Choral Services | Organ Recitals Previous Week The Abbey is grateful for your support. All rights reserved. He is thy gracious friend, And (O my soul, awake!) Buckingham Palace this evening published the Order of Service for the State Funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II, which will be held in Westminster Abbey tomorrow (Monday 19th September 2022). And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. Jesus saith unto him, Have I been so long time with you, and yet hast thou not known me, Philip? Almighty and everlasting God, hear our prayer for the Commonwealth, and grant it the guidance of thy wisdom. Inspire those in authority, that they may promote justice and the common good; give to all its citizens the spirit of mutual honour and respect; and grant to us all grace to strive for the establishment of righteousness and peace; for the honour of thy name. The Westminster Abbey funeral service order of service has been made public by Buckingham Palace. Buckingham Palace has released the order of service for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey. Amen. The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury, Primate of All England and Metropolitan gives the sermon. Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the Father; when he shall have put down all rule and all authority and power. But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. O death, where is thy sting? Alleluia! The service is sung by the Choir of Westminster Abbey and the Choir of the Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, (Joseph McHardy, Director of Music) under the direction of James O'Donnell, Organist . The service will be conducted by the Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, who will say in his Bidding: O grave, where is thy victory? The prayers will be led by the Abbey's Precentor, the Reverend Mark Birch, and will be said by representatives of the churches of the United Kingdom. Now, in silence, let us in our hearts and minds recall our many reasons for thanksgiving, pray for all members of her family, and commend Queen Elizabeth to the care and keeping of almighty God. John Donne (1572-1631). Job 19: 25-27, We brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. Amen. Almighty God, the fountain of all goodness, we humbly beseech thee to bless our most gracious Sovereign Lord King Charles, Camilla The Queen Consort, William Prince of Wales, and all the Royal Family: endue them with thy Holy Spirit, enrich them with thy heavenly grace; prosper them with all happiness; and bring them to thine everlasting kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. My table thou hast furnished in presence of my foes; my head thou dost with oil anoint, and my cup overflows. All remain standing as the Queens Piper, Warrant Officer Class 1 (Pipe Major) Paul Burns, plays Sleep, dearie, sleep. Amen. The service will be conducted by the Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle, who will say in his Bidding: The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Reverend and Right Honourable Justin Welby, will preach the sermon and will lead the commendation. Amen. John Ellerton (1826-93) Clement Scholefield (1839-1904) arranged by James O'Donnell (b 1961). Amen. In a statement, a spokesperson for the . Before the service, which takes place at Westminster Abbey at 11am today (September 19), the tenor bell will be tolled every minute for 96 minutes, reflecting the years of The Queen 's life. The service is being led by the Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle . My tears have been my meat day and night : while they daily say unto me, Where is now thy God? It began on Monday at 11:00 BST and the BBC is broadcasting live coverage of the ceremony on television, radio and iPlayer. Grant this, we beseech thee, O merciful Father, through Jesus Christ, our mediator and redeemer. In confidence and hope, let us pray to the Father in the words our Saviour taught us, Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done; on earth as it is in heaven. Go forth, O Christian soul, from this world, in the name of God the Father almighty, who created thee; in the name of Jesus Christ, Son of the living God, who suffered for thee; in the name of the Holy Spirit, who was poured out upon thee and anointed thee. I know that my Redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth: and though after my skin worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God; whom I shall see for myself, and mine eyes shall behold, and not another. The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Justin Welby. The service will be sung by the Choirs of Westminster Abbey and His Majesty's Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, under the direction of James O'Donnell, Organist and Master of the Choristers of Westminster Abbey. The tenor bell tolled every minute for 96 minutes, reflecting the years of Queen Elizabeth II's life. If thou canst get but thither, There grows the flower of Peace, The Rose that cannot wither, Thy fortress, and thy ease. A specially commissioned piece was sung by the choir. A DVD edited from footage taken at the 2014 Ceremony of the Installation of Knights Grand Cross of The Most Honourable Order of the Bath service held at Westminster Abbey on the 9th May 2014. Among the hymns will be The day thou gavest, Lord, is ended; The Lord's my shepherd, which was sung at the wedding of the late Queen when she married HRH The Duke of Edinburgh in the Abbey in 1947; and Love divine, all loves excelling, in an arrangement first sung at the wedding of TRH The Prince and Princess of Wales in the Abbey in 2011. Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we know not whither thou goest; and how can we know the way? The sun that bids us rest is waking our brethren 'neath the western sky, and hour by hour fresh lips are making thy wondrous doings heard on high. 22. It was a setting of Psalm 42 to music composed by the Master of The King's Music, Judith Weir: Like as the hart desireth the water-brooks: so longeth my soul after thee, O God. Page two of the order of service at Westminster Abbey. The Westminster Abbey service pays tribute to the Queen's "remarkable reign and lifetime of service", it said. Clucas Wake, O wakeTomkins ResponsesJackson Benedicite in GJackson Chorale Op 16ii, Preacher: The Reverend Mark Birch Precentor, Schubert Mass II in GDupr O salutaris hostiaEben Moto ostinato (Sunday Music), Preacher: The Reverend Robert Latham Sacrist, arr Eccard Nun komm, der Heiden HeilandByrd and Quinney ResponsesLassus Magnificat octavi toniReid Nunc dimittis tertii toniSweelinck Gaudete omnesBach Kyrie, Gott heilige Geist BWV 671, Preacher: The Right Reverend Anthony Ball Canon in Residence, A performance of Benjamin Britten's A Ceremony of Carols, with readings from the Gospel according to St Luke. It became the resting place of many Tudor and Stuart monarchs and since 1725 hasbeen the chapel of the Most Honourable Order of the Bath. Charles Wesley (1707-88) William Rowlands (1860-1937) arranged by James O'Donnell. Heavenly Father, King of kings, Lord and giver of life, who of thy grace in creation didst form mankind in thine own image, and in thy great love offerest us life eternal in Christ Jesus; claiming the promises of thy most blessed Son, we entrust the soul of Elizabeth, our sister here departed, to thy merciful keeping, in sure and certain hope of the resurrection to eternal life, when Christ shall be all in all; who died and rose again to save us, and now liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, in glory for ever. In communion with all the blessed saints, and aided by the angels and archangels and all the armies of the heavenly host, may thy portion this day be in peace, and thy dwelling in the heavenly Jerusalem. It has also published an order of service for St George's Chapel,. Amen. Lord, we beseech thee to keep thy household the Church in continual godliness; that through thy protection she may be free from all adversities, and devoutly given to serve thee in all good works, to the glory of thy name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Later in the afternoon, the bells of the Abbey are rung fully-muffled by the Westminster Abbey Company of Ringers in a peal of Stedman Caters, comprising 5096 changes. With affection we recall her love for her family and her commitment to the causes she held dear. With admiration we recall her life-long sense of duty and dedication to her people. Grant to its citizens grace to work together with honest and faithful hearts, each caring for the good of all; that, seeking first thy kingdom and its righteousness, they may possess all things needful for their daily sustenance and the common good; through Jesus Christ our Lord. The Right Reverend and Right Honourable Dame Sarah Mullally DBE, Bishop of London and Dean of His Majestys Chapels Royal, says: Let us pray for His Majesty The King and all the Royal Family; that they may know the sustaining power of Gods love and the prayerful fellowship of Gods people. The Cross of Westminster and Lights. Amen. Let us pray that we may be given grace to live as those who believe in the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, and the resurrection to eternal life. Amen. Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Before the service, which takes place at Westminster Abbey at 11am today. John 14: 1-9a. The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Stephen Cottrell. If this place doesnt make you smile I dont know what will. Played by Matthew Jorysz, Assistant Organist, Westminster Abbey, and the sub-organist. Buckingham Palace has released the order of service for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey. You are surrounded by history at the Abbey, not like a museum where its just displayed, but here you are standing where history has happened. The Very Reverend Professor David Fergusson OBE. Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we know not whither thou goest; and how can we know the way? In communion with all the blessed saints, and aided by the angels and archangels and all the armies of the heavenly host, may thy portion this day be in peace, and thy dwelling in the heavenly Jerusalem. See a complete list of the Abbey's upcoming choral services and organ recitals. They were conducted to their seats in the Lantern, where they remained seated until the Queen's coffin entered the Abbey. The Westminster Abbey service pays tribute to the Queen's "remarkable reign and lifetime of service", it said. My tears have been my meat day and night: while they daily say unto me, Where is now thy God? Ralph Vaughan composed for the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, 1953, Williams Psalm 34: 8. Then cometh the end, when he shall have delivered up the kingdom to God, even the Father; when he shall have put down all rule and all authority and power. All remained standing as the congregation sung the National Anthem, God Save The King: God save our gracious King, long live our noble King, God save The King. "Now, in silence, let us in our hearts and minds recall our many reasons for thanksgiving, pray for all members of her family, and commend Queen Elizabeth to the care and keeping of almighty God. Go forth, O Christian soul, from this world, in the name of God the Father almighty, who created thee; in the name of Jesus Christ, Son of the living God, who suffered for thee; in the name of the Holy Spirit, who was poured out upon thee and anointed thee. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. Put thy trust in God : for I will yet give him thanks for the help of his countenance. So be it, Lord; thy throne shall never, like earth's proud empires, pass away; thy kingdom stands, and grows for ever, till all thy creatures own thy sway. Arranged by Gordon Jacob (1895-1984). Almighty God, Father of all mercies and giver of all comfort: deal graciously, we pray thee, with those who mourn, that casting every care on thee, they may know the consolation of thy love; through Jesus Christ our Lord. 17:00 Evening Prayer. Amen. The Right Reverend and Right Honourable Dame Sarah Mullally DBE, Bishop of London and Dean of His Majesty's Chapels Royal, said: Let us pray for His Majesty The King and all the Royal Family; that they may know the sustaining power of God's love and the prayerful fellowship of God's people. Westminster Abbey will host the ceremony at 11am on Monday, after the late monarch's coffin is transported from . He that hath seen me hath seen the Father. Security checks are in place upon entry. Almighty and everlasting God, hear our prayer for the Commonwealth, and grant it the guidance of thy wisdom. All sang the hymn 'The Lord's my shepherd' - which was was also sung at Prince Philip and the Queen's wedding in 1947: The Lord's my shepherd, I'll not want; he makes me down to lie in pastures green; he leadeth me the quiet waters by. Before the service, the tenor bell is tolled every minute for 96 minutes, reflecting the years of Queen Elizabeth IIs life. * actual design of finshed product may vary from that shown Westminster Abbey Sunday, 16th October 2022 15:00 Eighteenth Sunday after Trinity Evensong, attended by the Lord Mayor of Westminster and the Mayors of the London Boroughs. Almighty God, the fountain of all goodness, we humbly beseech thee to bless our most gracious Sovereign Lord King Charles, Camilla The Queen Consort, William Prince of Wales, and all the Royal Family: endue them with thy Holy Spirit, enrich them with thy heavenly grace; prosper them with all happiness; and bring them to thine everlasting kingdom; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. All remain seated. Goodness and mercy all my life shall surely follow me; and in God's house for evermore my dwelling place shall be. Now when I think thereupon, I pour out my heart by myself : for I went with the multitude, and brought them forth into the house of God; In the voice of praise and thanksgiving : among such as keep holy-day. Bairstow, Harris & Stanford: Choral Works, The Mystery of the Transfiguration: Seven Meditations, A joyful noise: the bells of Westminster Abbey, God, Gratitude and Being at Home in the World, The Challenge of Bioethics to Decision-Making in the UK, Worship & music / Services & times, sung by the Choristers; attended by HE The High Commissioner for Kenya. Over a number of years, the Queen was involved in discussions about the order of service for her funeral, to approve the choice of prayers, hymns and other accompanying music. As the service came to a close, all remained standing as The Last Post was sounded by the State Trumpeters of the Household Cavalry from the steps of the Lady Chapel. Blaenwern Charles Wesley (1707-88), William Rowlands (1860-1937), arranged by James ODonnell. The Choir of Westminster Abbey and the Choir of the Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, sang, During the Sentences the Procession of the Coffin moved through the Abbey, HER MAJESTY'S COFFIN surmounted by The Imperial State Crown, The Orb and The Sceptre and borne by the Bearer Party, Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, The Princess Royal, The Countess of Wessex and Forfar, The Earl of Wessex and Forfar, The Princess of Wales, The Prince of Wales, Princess Charlotte of Wales, Prince George of Wales, The Duchess of Sussex, The Duke of Sussex, Household of The former Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall: Private Secretary, Principal Private Secretary, Equerry, Master of the Household, Household of The Prince and Princess of Wales: Equerry. The Right Honourable the Baroness Scotland of Asthal KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, read the first lesson: Now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the first fruits of them that slept. . 22. For this corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality. Amen. God grant to the living grace; to the departed rest; to the Church, The King, the Commonwealth, and all people, peace and concord, and to us sinners, life everlasting; and the blessing of God almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you and remain with you always. The organ is played by Peter Holder, Sub-Organist, Westminster Abbey. Now when I think thereupon, I pour out my heart by myself: for I went with the multitude, and brought them forth into the house of God; In the voice of praise and thanksgiving: among such as keep holy-day. Silence is kept as trumpeters of the Household Cavalry sound the Reveille. Come, almighty to deliver, let us all thy life receive; suddenly return, and never, never more thy temples leave. Services & times | Westminster Abbey Home Worship & music Services & times Services & times See a complete list of the Abbey's upcoming choral services and organ recitals. The Westminster Abbey service will pay tribute to the Queen's "remarkable reign and lifetime of service . Philip saith unto him, Lord, shew us the Father, and it sufficeth us. sung by the Choir of Westminster Abbey. All: Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name; thy kingdom come; thy will be done; on earth as it is in heaven. Its very hard not to be enthusiastic working at the Abbey. Amen. Primatial Cross of Canterbury. All remained standing as The Queen's Piper, Warrant Officer Class 1 (Pipe Major) Paul Burns, played Sleep, dearie, sleep. From Songs of Farewell Hubert Parry (1848-1918), Henry Vaughan (1621-95). Representing the churches of Northern Ireland: The Royal Family was received at the Great West Door by the Dean and Chapter of Westminster. Psalm 23, attributed to Jessie Seymour Irvine (1836-87) harmony by David Grant (1833-93) descant by William Baird Ross (1871-1950). As the Procession of the Coffin moves through the Abbey, the Choir of Westminster Abbey sings: I am the resurrection and the life, saith the Lord: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: and whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. John Donne (1572-1631). Muhly Westminster Service. Philip saith unto him, Lord, shew us the Father, and it sufficeth us. Abbey clergy Attending a service Services & times Regular services Evensong Morning Prayer . Give us this day our daily bread. After the Queen's procession into Westminster Abbey, the coronation service started. Clucas Wake, O wake. So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory. With affection we recall her love for her family and her commitment to the causes she held dear. The Sub-Organist played Fantasia in C minor BWV 562, Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). The Reverend Robert Latham, Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence The Princess Royal, The Countess of Wessex and Forfar The Earl of Wessex and Forfar, The Princess of Wales The Prince of Wales, Princess Charlotte of Wales Prince George of Wales. Amen. an order of service for St George's Chapel, Windsor, No survivors found in search after Jersey blast, Bodies of 27 people dumped by roadside in Zambia, Russian Nobel laureate 'told to turn down award', Top MEP arrested over alleged bribery by Gulf state, 'Everyone loves us' - joy at Morocco history makers. May he defend our laws, and ever give us cause to sing with heart and voice: God save The King! Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. Read the Order of Service for Queen Elizabeth II's State Funeral Sept. 19, 2022 As provided by Buckingham Palace, the service for the queen's funeral at Westminster Abbey on Sept. 19. His Eminence Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster, said: Let us give thanks for Queen Elizabeth's commitment to the Commonwealth throughout her reign, for her service and dedication to its peoples, and for the rich bonds of unity and mutual support she sustained. All remained standing as the Coffin and Processions left the church. Cash and contactless donations may be given as you leave via the Great West Door and will be divided equally between the work of the Abbey and the charities it supports. The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York, Primate of England and Metropolitan, said: We give thanks to God for Queen Elizabeth's loyalty to the faith she inherited through her baptism and confirmation, and affirmed at her coronation; for her unswerving devotion to the Gospel; and for her steadfast service as Supreme Governor of the Church of England. Thee we would be always blessing, serve thee as thy hosts above, pray, and praise thee, without ceasing, glory in thy perfect love. Bring us, O Lord God, at our last awakening into the house and gate of heaven, to enter into that gate and dwell in that house, where there shall be no darkness nor dazzling, but one equal light; no noise nor silence, but one equal music; no fears nor hopes, but one equal possession; no ends nor beginnings, but one equal eternity; in the habitation of thy glory and dominion, world without end. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive. O grave, where is thy victory? Organist and Master of the Choristers, Westminster Abbey. 19/09/2022. Ms Shermara Fletcher, Principal Officer for Pentecostal and Charismatic Relations, Churches Together in England, said: Confident in God's love and compassion, let us pray for all those whose hearts are heavy with grief and sorrow. Send him victorious, happy and glorious, long to reign over us: God save The King. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? All stood as the Procession of the Coffin entered the Abbey. You are also able to see our calendar for the weeks ahead and view orders of service for selected services. The Queen's funeral is being held at Westminster Abbey today, a celebration of the late monarch's decades of service. The choir of Westminster Abbey and the choir of the Chapel Royal, St Jamess Palace, under the direction of James ODonnell, organist and master of the choristers lead the singing at the service. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Love divine, all loves excelling, joy of heaven, to earth come down, fix in us thy humble dwelling, all thy faithful mercies crown. 22. Neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. The Reverend Dr Iain Greenshields, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, says: Let us give thanks to God for Queen Elizabeths long life and reign, recalling with gratitude her gifts of wisdom, diligence, and service. But every man in his own order: Christ the first fruits; afterward they that are Christ's at his coming. He that hath seen me hath seen the Father. All remain seated. But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Amen. Primatial Cross of York. John 14: 1-9a. Why art thou so full of heaviness, O my soul : and why art thou so disquieted within me? The choir of Westminster Abbey and the choir of the Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, under the direction of James O'Donnell, organist and master of the choristers lead the singing at the service. With thanksgiving we praise God for her constant example of Christian faith and devotion. If ye had known me, ye should have known my Father also: and from henceforth ye know him, and have seen him. The Reverend Mark Birch, Minor Canon and Precentor, leads: In confidence and trust, let us pray to the Father. I go to prepare a place for you. The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. You are also able to see our calendar for the weeks ahead and view orders of service for selected services. The Abbey 's distinctive westerntowers came later still and were not completed until 1745.The dissolution of the monastery in 1540 brought to an end (apart from a brief revival during thereign of Queen Mary . Merciful God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is the resurrection and the life; in whom whosoever believeth shall live, though he die; and whosoever liveth, and believeth in him, shall not die eternally; who hast taught us, by his holy Apostle Saint Paul, not to be sorry, as men without hope, for them that sleep in him: We meekly beseech thee, O Father, to raise us from the death of sin unto the life of righteousness; that, when we shall depart this life, we may rest in him, as our hope is this our sister doth; and that, at the general Resurrection in the last day, we may be found acceptable in thy sight; and receive that blessing, which thy well-beloved Son shall then pronounce to all that love and fear thee, saying, Come, ye blessed children of my Father, receive the kingdom prepared for you from the beginning of the world. Bairstow, Harris & Stanford: Choral Works, The Mystery of the Transfiguration: Seven Meditations, A joyful noise: the bells of Westminster Abbey, God, Gratitude and Being at Home in the World, The Challenge of Bioethics to Decision-Making in the UK, Create an Order of Service shortcut for your digital device. 1 Corinthians 15: 20-26, 53-end. I am the resurrection and the life, saith the Lord: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: and whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. The sermon was delivered by the Most Reverend and Right Honourable Justin Welby Archbishop of Canterbury, Primate of All England and Metropolitan. For since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead. We brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. Amen. Amen. Buxtehude Praeludium in G minor BuxWV 149. Additionally, it has made available the order of service for the later ceremony at St. George's . The service is being led by the Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle MBE, who will also be pronouncing the blessing. The State Trumpeters of the Household Cavalry are led by Trumpet Major Julian Sandford, the Fanfare Team of the Household Division Bands is conducted by Lieutenant Colonel David Barringer MBE, Commanding Officer, Household Division Bands. Thou knowest, Lord, the secrets of our hearts; shut not thy merciful ears unto our prayer; but spare us, Lord most holy, O God most mighty, O holy and most merciful Saviour, thou most worthy Judge eternal, suffer us not, at our last hour, for any pains of death, to fall from thee. Hymns, music and readings are included in the full order of . Cash and contactless donations may be given as you leave via the Great West Door and will be . Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. The choir sings a specially commissioned piece composed by the Master of The Kings Music, Judith Weir: Like as the hart desireth the water-brooks : so longeth my soul after thee, O God. Here, where Queen Elizabeth was married and crowned, we gather from across the nation, from the Commonwealth, and from the nations of the world, to mourn our loss, to remember her long life of selfless service, and in sure confidence to commit her to the mercy of God our maker and redeemer. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. Members of foreign royal families, heads of state, and overseas government representatives were received at the Great West Door by the Dean and Chapter of Westminster, and were conducted to their seats in the Lantern. Grant this, we beseech thee, O merciful Father, through Jesus Christ, our mediator and redeemer. The Reverend Dr Iain Greenshields, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, said: Let us give thanks to God for Queen Elizabeth's long life and reign, recalling with gratitude her gifts of wisdom, diligence, and service. The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Stephen Cottrell, Archbishop of York, Primate of England and Metropolitan, says: We give thanks to God for Queen Elizabeths loyalty to the faith she inherited through her baptism and confirmation, and affirmed at her coronation; for her unswerving devotion to the Gospel; and for her steadfast service as Supreme Governor of the Church of England. Consecrated in 1065 CE, the magnificent structure is one of the world's most famous buildings - but it hasn't always existed in its current form.It's been subject to the whims and fashions of the nobility, changing like a haunted house whose halls can . O merciful God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is the resurrection and the life; in whom whosoever believeth shall live, though he die; and whosoever liveth, and believeth in him, shall not die eternally; who hast taught us, by his holy Apostle Saint Paul, not to be sorry, as men without hope, for them that sleep in him: We meekly beseech thee, O Father, to raise us from the death of sin unto the life of righteousness; that, when we shall depart this life, we may rest in him, as our hope is this our sister doth; and that, at the general Resurrection in the last day, we may be found acceptable in thy sight; and receive that blessing, which thy well-beloved Son shall then pronounce to all that love and fear thee, saying, Come, ye blessed children of my Father, receive the kingdom prepared for you from the beginning of the world. The Reverend Mark Birch, Minor Canon and Precentor, lead the prayers from the High Altar: In confidence and trust, let us pray to the Father. Leave then thy foolish ranges, For none can thee secure, But One who never changes, Thy God, thy Life, thy Cure. I go to prepare a place for you. Fantasia of four parts - Orlando Gibbons (1583-1625), Romanza (Symphony no 5 in D) - Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958) arranged by Robert Quinney (b 1976), Reliqui domum meum - Peter Maxwell Davies (1934-2016), Meditation on "Brother James's Air" - Harold Darke (1888-1976), Prelude on "Ecce jam noctis" Op 157 no 3 - Healey Willan (1880-1968), Psalm Prelude Set 1 no 2 - Herbert Howells (1892-1983), In the Country Op 194 no 2 - Charles Villiers Stanford (1852-1924), Fantasy on "O Paradise" - Malcolm Williamson (1931-2003), Elegy Op 58 - Edward Elgar (1857-1934), arranged by Matthew Jorysz (b 1992), Andante espressivo (Sonata in G Op 28) - Edward Elgar. John 11: 25-26, I know that my Redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth: and though after my skin worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God; whom I shall see for myself, and mine eyes shall behold, and not another. Buckingham Palace has released the order of service for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey. Give us this day our daily bread. The Fanfare Team of the Household Division Bands is conducted by Lieutenant Colonel David Barringer MBE, Commanding Officer, Household Division Bands. So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory. The Order of Service - Westminster Abbey. If ye had known me, ye should have known my Father also: and from henceforth ye know him, and have seen him. All remain standing and silent as the Last Post is played. Amen. The Procession of Religious Representatives moved to places in the Nave and the Sacrarium. Jesu, thou art all compassion, pure unbounded love thou art; visit us with thy salvation, enter every trembling heart. Tomkins Responses. The Choir of Westminster Abbey and the Choir of the Chapel Royal, St Jamess Palace, sing: Thou knowest, Lord, the secrets of our hearts; shut not thy merciful ears unto our prayer; but spare us, Lord most holy, O God most mighty, O holy and most merciful Saviour, thou most worthy Judge eternal, suffer us not, at our last hour, for any pains of death, to fall from thee. Yea, though I walk through death's dark vale, yet will I fear none ill; for thou art with me, and thy rod and staff me comfort still. The order of service for the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II has been released ahead of today's proceedings. Revelation 14: 13, William Croft. Allegro maestoso (Sonata in G Op 28) by Edward Elgar was played after the Service. Prime Minister Liz Truss read the second lesson: Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. It has also published an order of service for St George's Chapel, Windsor, where there will be a further ceremony later. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Anthem - the choir sings Romans 8: 35a, 38b-end, composed for this Service by Sir James MacMillan CBE (b 1959). In confidence and hope, let us pray to the Father in the words our Saviour taught us. Trumpet Major Julian Sandford is leading the State Trumpeters of the Household Cavalry, and the organ is being played by Sub-Organist Peter Holder. Amen. O death, where is thy sting? My soul is athirst for God, yea, even for the living God : when shall I come to appear before the presence of God? The Lord gave, and the Lord hath taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord. The full order of service for the Queen's state funeral has been revealed. The choir sang 'O Taste and see how gracious the Lord is', composed by Ralph Vaughan Williams for the Queen's Coronation in 1953. The full order of service for The Queens funeral at Westminster Abbey can be read in full here: The service is sung by the Choir of Westminster Abbey and the Choir of the Chapel Royal, St Jamess Palace, (Joseph McHardy, Director of Music) under the direction of James ODonnell. 1 Corinthians 15: 20-26, 53-end. Neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Alleluia! For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Members of Foreign Royal Families, Heads of State, and Overseas Government Representatives are received at the Great West Door by the Dean and Chapter of Westminster and are conducted to their seats in the Lantern. For he must reign, till he hath put all enemies under his feet. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Last Post will be sounded by the State Trumpeters of the Household Cavalry, before a two-minute silence observed in the Abbey and throughout the United Kingdom. The Abbey is grateful for your support. Amen. English Deutsch Franais Espaol Portugus Italiano Romn Nederlands Latina Dansk Svenska Norsk Magyar Bahasa Indonesia Trke Suomi Latvian Lithuanian esk . The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. Copyright 2007-2022 STV. The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death. The Reverend Canon Helen Cameron, Moderator of the Free Churches Group, says: In recognition of Queen Elizabeths service to this United Kingdom, let us rejoice in her unstinting devotion to duty, her compassion for her subjects, and her counsel to her ministers; and we pray for the continued health and prosperity of this Nation. The Commendation, given by the Archbishop of Canterbury: Let us commend to the mercy of God, our maker and redeemer, the soul of Elizabeth, our late Queen. 2022 BBC. The order of service for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey has been released by Buckingham Palace. Westminster Abbey has served as a coronation, wedding, and burial site for the royalty of England and Britain for nearly a millennium. Page three of the order of service at Westminster Abbey. The Dean of Westminster pronounced the Blessing: God grant to the living grace; to the departed rest; to the Church, The King, the Commonwealth, and all people, peace and concord, and to us sinners, life everlasting; and the blessing of God almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you and remain with you always. For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive. Ms Shermara Fletcher, Principal Officer for Pentecostal and Charismatic Relations, Churches Together in England, says: Confident in Gods love and compassion, let us pray for all those whose hearts are heavy with grief and sorrow. The Reverend Canon Helen Cameron, Moderator of the Free Churches Group, said: In recognition of Queen Elizabeth's service to this United Kingdom, let us rejoice in her unstinting devotion to duty, her compassion for her subjects, and her counsel to her ministers; and we pray for the continued health and prosperity of this Nation. All remain standing as the Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle MBE, Dean of Westminster, gives the bidding: In grief and also in profound thanksgiving we come to this House of God, to a place of prayer, to a church where remembrance and hope are sacred duties. Sir James MacMillan CBE (b 1959) composed for this service, Romans 8: 35a, 38b-end. His Eminence Cardinal Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster, says: Let us give thanks for Queen Elizabeths commitment to the Commonwealth throughout her reign, for her service and dedication to its peoples, and for the rich bonds of unity and mutual support she sustained. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. In grief and also in profound thanksgiving we come to this House of God, to a place of prayer, to a church where remembrance and hope are sacred duties. O God, from whom cometh everything that is upright and true: accept our thanks for the gifts of heart and mind that thou didst bestow upon thy daughter Elizabeth, and which she showed forth among us in her words and deeds; and grant that we may have grace to live our lives in accordance with thy will, to seek the good of others, and to remain faithful servants unto our lives end; through Jesus Christ our Lord. The service is conducted by The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle MBE, Dean of Westminster and sung by the Choir of Westminster Abbey and the Choir of the Chapel Royal, St James's Palace, under the . I heard a voice from heaven, saying unto me, Write, From henceforth blessed are the dead which die in the Lord: even so saith the Spirit; for they rest from their labours. My soul, there is a country Far beyond the stars, Where stands a wingd sentry All skilful in the wars: There above noise, and danger, Sweet Peace sits crowned with smiles, And One born in a manger Commands the beauteous files. David Hoyle, the Dean of Westminster Abbey, led the service. The Right Reverend and Right Honourable Dame Sarah Mullally DBE. Bring us, O Lord God, at our last awakening into the house and gate of heaven, to enter into that gate and dwell in that house, where there shall be no darkness nor dazzling, but one equal light; no noise nor silence, but one equal music; no fears nor hopes, but one equal possession; no ends nor beginnings, but one equal eternity; in the habitation of thy glory and dominion, world without end. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil. Amen. 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Queen's funeral: Order of Service revealed for historic farewell at Westminster Abbey Queen Elizabeth II's funeral is take placing at Westminster Abbey with thousands in attendance. Grant to its citizens grace to work together with honest and faithful hearts, each caring for the good of all; that, seeking first thy kingdom and its righteousness, they may possess all things needful for their daily sustenance and the common good; through Jesus Christ our Lord. My soul is athirst for God, yea, even for the living God : when shall I come to appear before the presence of God? But every man in his own order: Christ the firstfruits; afterward they that are Christs at his coming. Like as the hart, a setting of Psalm 42 by Master of the Kings Music, Judith Weir, and the anthem Who shall separate us?, drawing on words from Romans 8, by Sir James MacMillan, have both been composed specially for the service. Order of Service for The State Funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II(PDF, 1.26MB), The Queens funeral to be held at Westminster Abbey, The State Funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II. Crown and the Sovereign's orb and sceptre, in the Ceremonial Procession down The Mall, following her State Funeral at Westminster Abbey, London. The service is conducted by The Very Reverend Dr David Hoyle MBE, Dean of Westminster. For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. And whither I go ye know, and the way ye know. Order of service for Queen's funeral at Westminster Abbey Millions to watch as Queen's state funeral takes place in London The full order of service for The Queen's funeral at. The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death. Almighty God, Father of all mercies and giver of all comfort: deal graciously, we pray thee, with those who mourn, that casting every care on thee, they may know the consolation of thy love; through Jesus Christ our Lord. 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