Beer and Hymns is back!

Christ Church Cathedral is pleased to announce the return of “Beer and Hymns” on Friday, June 13 at 7.30pm. This fun-filled singalong event is a format which has been sweeping North America and Europe by storm. (Just try googling “beer and hymns!”)

What, exactly is it? Beer and Hymns is an old-fashioned hymn-sing with a twist! Guests will be treated to an evening of hymn-singing accompanied by the cathedral’s mighty organ, Victoria’s largest musical instrument, which this year celebrates its twentieth birthday. The cathedral’s concession stand will be stocked with beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks.

There will also be an opportunity to bid on your favourite hymn to make sure it gets included in the setlist. The best way to ensure you get to sing your favourite is by bringing lots of friends with you to vote together.

“Last year we tried this for the first time,” says Christ Church Cathedral’s Director of Music, Donald Hunt. “It was so wonderful to see members of Victoria’s diverse communities come together in song, that we couldn’t resist doing it again.”

The cathedral’s Dean, The Very Reverend Jonathan Thomas, sees the unique format of Beer and Hymns as an important part of the cathedral’s presence in the city.: “Christ Church Cathedral is a spiritual home to several hundred Anglicans, but it is also ‘a cathedral for the city’ – a role we take seriously. Whether you’re a life-long church-goer and hymn-singer or this is your first time in a church building, this event is for you, and you are welcome here.”

Members of all faith groups including those who do not subscribe to any religion are most welcome to this all-ages event, which should wrap up around 9pm. Admission is by donation with proceeds to support the ministries of the cathedral.