Church of the Annunciation, Marble Arch, London

• Friday 7 November 2025 at 12:30pm
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• Sunday 9 November 2025 at 10:30am
  3rd Sunday before Advent: Sung Mass and Act of Remembrance

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• Monday 10 November 2025 at 12:30pm
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• Tuesday 11 November 2025 at 12:30pm
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• Wednesday 12 November 2025 at 12:30pm
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• Wednesday 12 November 2025 at 7:00pm
  Compline: Online

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• Thursday 13 November 2025 at 12:30pm
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• Friday 14 November 2025 at 12:30pm
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• Sunday 16 November 2025 at 10:30am
  2nd Sunday before Advent: Sung Mass

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2025-11-01 - 2025-12-01


• Thursday 6th November 2025

  Weekly Newsletter

  Sunday 9th November…

  is Remembrance Sunday. Sung Mass, with Sunday School, begins at 10.30am.

  During Mass, we will gather around our Calvary War Memorial, where we will hold two minutes’ silence to remember the countless numbers who have died in war. As we process out, the choir will sing the “Contakion of the Departed”.

  The Contakion is taken from the Russian Orthodox liturgy. It fits the occasion perfectly. That’s because we remember the dead in the context of the Mass, where hope springs Eternal. Despite the sadness, we still sing Alleluia. Christian realism is unshakeably hopeful.

  Here are the words of the “Contakion of the Departed” in translation. It is worth finding a quiet moment to read through it slowly, and prayerfully.

  Give rest, O Christ, to thy servant with thy saints:

  Where sorrow and pain are no more;

  neither sighing but life everlasting.

  Thou only art immortal, the creator and maker of man:

  And we are mortal formed from the dust of the earth,

  And unto earth shall we return:

  For so thou didst ordain,

  When thou created me saying:

  “Dust thou art und unto dust shalt thou return.”

  All we go down to the dust;

  And weeping o’er the grave we make our song:

  Alleluya, alleluya, alleluya.

  May the faithful departed rest in peace and rise in glory. And may we say that with confidence.

  Fr Lincoln

  SUNDAY 9 NOVEMBER: EMMA’S BAPTISM (AND REFRESHMENTS)

  We are delighted that Emma will be baptised this Sunday at a special service outside of Mass at 2pm in the baptistery. Do please pray for Emma over the coming days – and beyond! Emma’s mum, Julie, will be bringing special refreshments for us after Mass on Sunday so we can all celebrate ahead of Emma’s baptism!

  SUNDAY 16 NOVEMBER: BAPTISMS, FOOD AND DRINKS!
  On Sunday 16 November, we will baptise Amit, Reshmi, Avi, and Suri during our 10.30am Sung Mass. It promises to be a very special occasion for the family and so there will be a celebration over food and drinks after Mass. Everyone is welcome! Amit and Reshmi write:

  "We, Amit, Reshmi, Avi and Suri, would like to invite the parish to join us in celebrating our family baptism on Sunday 16th November, after the 10.30am Mass. We are truly grateful for the kindness and acceptance we have received from the parish community. We would be honoured if you would join us afterwards to share some food and drinks — it would mean a lot to us to spend time together and for everyone to get to know one another better."

  WEDNESDAYS 12, 19 AND 26 NOVEMBER: MUSIC OF EXILE - A THREE-PART CHARITABLE CONCERT SERIES, 7.30PM

  Forgotten Melodies Society, presents Music of Exile – a three-part charitable concert series dedicated to composers who were forced to leave their homelands, yet continued to carry their culture and identity through music. From Medtner and Bartók to Piazzolla, Rachmaninoff and others, the festival offers a chance to hear classical music that reflects nostalgia, resilience and deep emotional roots. Each concert explores a different facet of displacement, from the intimacy of memory to the vibrancy of folklore and poetry. This is music that continues to resonate across borders and generations. Performers include exceptional young artists from Royal Academy of Music, Royal College of Music and King’s College London. All ages welcome!

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  FRIDAY 14 NOVEMBER: DEAF CHURCH

  Our friends at the London Deaf Church will be holding their next TGIF Fellowship Evening here at the Annunciation on Friday 14 November, 6.30pm-8pm.

  SATURDAY 29 NOVEMBER: CEYLAN ROGERS’ STUDENTS CONCERT, 5PM

  Ceylan Rogers’ Students will perform in a charity concert on Saturday 29 November. The concert features guest musicians and will raise money for Save the Children UK. An inspiring evening of music and community as students take the stage alongside Berna Cakır Tokgoz (flute), Adar Dilberoglu (piano). All proceeds will go toward supporting Save The Children UK. Donate here.

  SUNDAY 30 NOVEMBER: MARIA VRAKA MUSIC ACADEMY CHRISTMAS SHOW, 4PM The students of the Maria Vraka Music Academy return to perform at the Annunciation. Details about the Academy can be found here.

  SUNDAY 14 DECEMBER: NURTURING THROUGH SOUND - A HANDS-ON MUSIC EXPERIENCE FOR PREGNANCY

  Discover the power of music to calm, connect, and celebrate the journey from bump to baby. An immersive and uplifting session designed especially for expecting mums. Through guided music activities, gentle movement, and shared listening, you’ll explore how sound can nurture emotional wellbeing, reduce stress, and strengthen the bond between you and your baby. There will also be a live performance featuring music by Chopin, Schubert, and more. No musical experience is needed — just an open heart and a curious ear. The session is facilitated by Dr Maria Vraka, the founder of the Maria Vraka Academy and co-founder of The Maria Vraka Foundation. She is an early-years music education specialist,researcher, and coach, with a focus on music’s impact before and after birth. Dr Vraka is also the co-author of the book Music Before and After Birth, reflecting her expertise in prenatal and early childhood music development. Tickets available here.

  THURSDAY 18 DECEMBER: CHRISTMAS CLASSICS – OPERA AND PIANO GALA

  Celebrate Christmas with award-winning opera singer Daria Papysheva (Vienna Opera Festival soloist, Nike & BMW artist) and pianist Yulia Vershinina-Mukhopadhyay (Steinway Competition winner, internationally acclaimed performer) - a joyful concert for the whole family and baby-friendly too! All under 12s go FREE. Tickets here.

  CHURCH OPENING TIMES AND SERVICES DURING THE WEEK

  The church will be open each day next week, with lunchtime Mass at 12.30pm each day except for Friday, when the church is being used for an opera rehearsal.

  CHRISTMAS SERVICES AT THE ANNUNCIATION

  Sunday ​7 December: Lessons and Carols, 5.30pm
  A beautiful traditional candlelit service with congregational carols and music sung by our wonderful choir. Everyone is welcome!

  ​Friday 12 December: D​eaf Church BSL C​arol ​Service, 6.30pm

  ​The annual BSL Carol Service for the deaf community, with refreshments afterwards. A wonderful evening celebrating the mystery of Christmas!

  ​Wednesday 24 December: Family Crib Mass, 5.30pm

  With all the magic of a Midnight Mass, this early evening Crib Mass is designed for all the family to enjoy. Our astonishing choir will be ​singing and there's a special guest for the children to meet at the end. A joy-filled, candle-lit occasion for everyone - both young and old - to celebrate the birth of Christ. This service is our main celebration of Christmas and not to be missed. Everyone is welcome!

  CLASSICAL GOLD BY ANTHONY KNIGHT: THANK YOU

  Anthony Knight really enjoyed his visit to us on Sunday 26 October. He is sincerely grateful for the generosity of those who attended. A donation of £120 was raised for Anthony’s UNICEF Appeal.

  APOSTOLATE OF PRAYER

  Please pray for:

  Prayers of Intercession: Joyce, Lawrence, Ian, Rodney, Sarah-Jane, Tom, Sheila, Roy, Christopher, James, Alice, Angelos, Nita, James, Anna, Chrysanthi, Eleni, Tallulah.

  Year’s mind – Katharine Graham. Terry Farrington, Francis Harvey, Edward Shearme, Violet Borchier, Angela Shearme, Emma Plouviez, Arthur Hayward, Stanley Rose, John Barton, Edith Culver, Cecil Leslie, Lillian Laird, Brian Hilton.

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• Wednesday 12th November 2025   7:30pm-1:00am

  Music of Exile: A Three-Part Concert Series - Concert 1

  Forgotten Melodies Society presents Music of Exile, a three-part charitable concert series dedicated to composers who were forced to leave their homelands, yet continued to carry their culture and identity through music. Performers include exceptional young artists from the Royal Academy of Music, Royal College of Music, and King's College London. Wednesday 12 November, 7.30pm Nikolai Medtner - Sonato Reminiscenza, Op.38, No.1 - Evgeny Sharogradskiy, Piano George Enescu - Sonata No. 3 in A Minor In Romanian Folk Style, op.25 - Lisa Archontidi-Tsaldaraki, Violin, Vitas Li, Piano Joseph Jongen - Danse lente for flute and harp, Op.56b Astor Piazolla - Oblivion - Arcadia Duo - Natalie Lo, harp, Sandrine Jones, flute Bela Bartok - Violin Sonata No. 2 - Takanori Okamoto violin, Lily Petrova, piano Tickets available here - https://weexist-foundation.org/whats-on/

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• Friday 14th November 2025   6:30pm-8:30pm

  London Deaf Church: TGIF in Church

  Fellowship, workshop, and prayer for the Deaf Community held here at the Annunciation.

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• Wednesday 19th November 2025   at 7:30pm

  Music of Exile: A Three-Part Concert Series - Concert 2

  The second in a series of charitable concerts promoting the work of artists in exile. Programme and ticketting details can be found here: https://weexist-foundation.org/whats-on/

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• Wednesday 26th November 2025   at 7:30pm

  Music of Exile: A Three-Part Concert Series - Concert 3

  The third in a series of concerts promoting the work of artists forced in exile. Programme and ticketting details here: https//weexist-foundation.org/whats-on/

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