The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Chose Hymns And Songs With Special Significance For Prince Louis' Christening

July 10, 2018

As a part of preparations for the christening of Prince Louis, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge decided to include subtle tributes to their rich family history and traditions. The Kensington Palace revealed the song and reading list chosen by the celebrants before the event.

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The first anthem at the ceremony was 'This Is the Day Which the Lord Hath Made'. It was composed by John Rutter for the Duke and Duchess at their wedding in 2011.

Beautiful choices!! May Prince Louis be blessed with wisdom forever as he grows up.
— Deelaney31 (@Deelaney31) July 9, 2018

Also, the processional hymn was equally special. 'Prelude on Rhosymedre' by Vaughan Williams, was played at the wedding of Prince Charles‘s and Princess Diana‘s in 1981. The celebrants also had the same song played at their own wedding.

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Their choice of songs is in keeping with Prince William and Prince Charles’s resolve to celebrate their late mother in as many opportunities as they find. By so doing, they keep her spirit alive and form warm memories for their families.

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In addition, they also chose 'O Jesus, I Have Promised' and 'Lord of All Hopefulness' as the hymns for the event. Lessons were taken from St. Mark 10: 13-16 and Ephesians 3: 14-19 and read by Miss Lucy Middleton and Mr. Guy Pelly.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have chosen two hymns, two lessons and two anthems for the christening of their son, Prince Louis: https://t.co/S5gVhCBHC6
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) July 9, 2018

Although the event was a private affair and not televised like the royal wedding, fans still got a good idea of what happened through updates by the Palace and press.

Lord of All Hopefulness is a lovely hymn and has been one of my favourites since my school days. Best wishes x.
— Julia Lloyd (@juliaannlloyd) July 9, 2018

What a gorgeous Order of Service! Love @johnmrutter =) Will definitely read those Scriptures today as well. ;) Thank you for sharing!
— Ruth Tynes ~ Lifestyle Blogger (@ruthtynes) July 9, 2018

Love it. Love to Prince Louis. Peace, Love Suo Gan and Love of All Hopefullness...
— Andrew Doelling (@AndrewDoelling) July 9, 2018

The new prince was baptized by the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Reverend Justin Welby and supported by The Dean of The Chapel Royal, The Right Reverend and Right Honourable the Lord Chartres, and The Sub-Dean of the Chapel Royal, The Reverend Canon Paul Wright.