Prior to attending my study abroad
trip I was informed that there was an optional trip to Westminster Abbey
evensong. I was totally unaware of what that would entail but in my mind I had
automatically told myself that I wasn’t going to go; for no good reason at all.
When our teacher gave a brief
description about the event, saying it was a church service with singing
involved. She then proceeded to ask who all wanted to go to the event, most of
the class responded that they were going. I sort of felt left out so I decided
that I would go tag along to see what this Westminster Abbey evensong was all
about. I grew up in a Baptist like church, and I have been to several catholic
services.
When I first walked in I was amazed
at how much gold the church included. The height of the cathedral was also
amazing because it must have taken some of the top construction equipment of
its time, when it was built in the 10th century. As far as the service goes I was unaware that the
choir that was singing was going to an all male choir, and that they would be
so amazing. I am not one that is into choir and hymnal songs but after this
service I found myself thinking I would really like to go back.
I was amazed at how just trying
something out could change your point of view so quickly. I have chosen to let
that be the theme of this trip from now on. Giving something a shot even if you
don’t think you will like it. I have to embrace the culture here, that’s what
this entire experience is about.
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