Ash Wednesday

Jesus College

Spring in the College Gardens

Having a full day in Cambridge before taking the night ferry to the Netherlands, I took full advantage of that one day. It was Ash Wednesday, and Evensong at St. John’s College Chapel was earlier as it was a live broadcast for BBC 3. What joy! It was a cold but beautiful sunny day, and the long wait before the service was in the chapel. What a privilege to be present at the Evensong. I have never heard such a pure Miserere (Allegri), nor such moving solos in Weelkes’ Sixth Service. The anthem by Byrd and even a hymn the congregation could join in, the whole service filled me with joy and a feeling of peace.

Here are some pictures of the entrance gate of St. John’s College in golden light of the setting sun, and of some young choristers in their uniforms, ready to go home for half term. 

St. John's Street

 Young choristers after the servive leaving for home

Evening light on St. John's College Gate