This year we might sing the words ‘Tidings of comfort and joy’ to one another with poignancy. ‘God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen’ differs from many other well-loved Christmas carols in one respect: despite being a hopeful song, it’s written in a minor key. There is a sense of melancholy, perhaps a touch of darkness; a feeling that not all is sweetness and light.
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The Church of England’s Advent and Christmas campaign this year is ‘Comfort and joy’. To explore reflections and prayers, and find in-person and online church services throughout Advent and Christmas, visit www.churchofengland.org
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