Kate Middleton Invites You to a Festive Carol Service – A Heartwarming Message for Christmas Eve

Get ready for a delightful Christmas Eve TV experience with Kate Middleton! Recently, Kensington Palace unveiled an exclusive introduction from the Princess of Wales, aged 41, for her upcoming third annual Christmas carol concert. Although the event unfolded on December 8, you can catch the broadcast on ITV on Christmas Eve, and Princess Kate has shared her heartfelt thoughts about what's in store.

 

Kate Middleton

"Welcome to our third carol service at Westminster Abbey. Christmas is a time when we come together and celebrate the birth of a newborn baby," begins Kate in the message recorded in November during the final preparations for the service.

 

Reflecting on the precious and momentous time that comes with the arrival of every baby, Kate emphasizes the significance of valuing and supporting the vital role of adults in a child's world. She expresses gratitude to tonight's guests, recognizing their support for the youngest children and shining a spotlight on the crucial role they play in nurturing the future generation.

 

From parents and caregivers to early educators, midwives, health visitors, and community volunteers, Kate extends her thanks for their contributions in helping the very youngest members of our communities feel safe, valued, and loved. She believes that these efforts not only make a difference to children today but will also shape a happier, healthier, and fairer world in the future.

 

"I do hope you enjoy this evening, and I wish you all a very Merry Christmas," concludes the Princess of Wales.

 

Aligned with this introduction, Kensington Palace released new photos from inside the Westminster Abbey service. The event is linked to Kate's Shaping Us campaign from the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, focusing on her early years initiative launched in January.

 

In a pre-concert commercial, Princess Kate, adorned in a white outfit with pearl details, stood before a grand Christmas tree and candles, inviting viewers to join her on Christmas Eve for a special carol service. The event aims to express a heartfelt thank you to all those supporting the very youngest members of our society during those crucial early years.

 

On December 8, Princess Kate, accompanied by all three of her children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—hosted the Christmas carol concert, donned in head-to-toe winter white. While photos of arrivals have circulated, the inside scoop on what happened at Westminster Abbey will be revealed on Christmas Eve.

 

This year's event features performances by Westminster Abbey's choir, along with renowned artists such as Adam Lambert, Beverley Knight, Jacob Collier, Freya Ridings, and James Bay. Prince William participated in a reading during the service, joined by additional readings from Micheal Ward, Emma Willis, Roman Kemp, and Jim Broadbent. A specially commissioned poem by Joseph Coelho, the Children's Laureate, was also delivered by Leonie Elliott.

 

Looking back at the inaugural Christmas concert hosted by Kate in 2021, she surprised viewers with her first public piano performance, accompanying Tom Walker as he sang "For Those Who Can't Be Here." Although she didn't play the piano in the 2022 show, the festive event once again brought together members of the royal family, charity staff, community volunteers, frontline workers, military personnel, and more to celebrate the joy that human connection can bring.

 

Notably, last year's program paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth, who passed away in September 2022 at the age of 96. The carol service was dedicated to Her Majesty and all those who are sadly no longer with us. Highlighting Her Late Majesty's values of duty, compassion, and faith, the program honored her role in guiding the creation of the service. The late Queen was celebrated through a film, and Prince William delivered a poignant reading, revisiting his grandmother's Christmas broadcast from 2012.

 

Join Kate Middleton for a magical Christmas Eve filled with carols, heartwarming moments, and a celebration of the bonds that connect us all.

 

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