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Dedication of the Church

Feast of the Dedication of the Church at Hendred. The liturgy of this feast is so rich, yet sadly, few beyond the confines of cathedral or cloister ever experience it to the full. Here at Hendred the church is looking a little sad. The unlit candles in the consecration brackets are a reminder of what is not taking place: no lights, no incense, no Mass, no celebration of St Mary's building as an image of the Church as Bride of Christ. All is silent and still, but it is not an empty silence. The red glow from the tabernacle lamp is as sure as ever: the Bridegroom is here, and tonight we will sing a Salve Regina into the darkness.