The 9 Readings

Experience one of the most beautiful and atmospheric Christmas traditions as we invite you to the service The 9 Readings. The tradition originally comes from England (from the famous King's College in Cambridge), but has become a beloved part of the lead-up to Christmas in many Danish churches. The service is structured as an interplay between shorter Bible texts that tell the great salvation story – from creation and the fall in the Garden of Eden to the prophecies and the birth of Jesus – along with communal hymn singing and beautiful musical performances. Each reading is followed by words and tones that slowly lead us towards the star of Bethlehem and the Christmas message of light in the darkness. Come and listen, sink into the Christmas peace, and sing in the Christmas spirit with us. Everyone is warmly welcome!