The parish community of the Church of St. Mary, Manhasset, will present its annual service of Advent Lessons and Carols on Sunday, Dec. 13, in the church at 7:30 p.m. “Waiting For the Lord—In the Year of Mercy” commemorates the inauguration of the Holy Year of Mercy declared by Pope Francis and is under the direction of Robert C. Levulis, who serves as the director of music for the parish. This musical celebration will be led by the choirs of St. Mary’s Parish Adult Choir and Youth Choir, along with the Chamber Choir of St. Mary’s High School, which is under the direction of Andrew J. Koslosky, director of the performing arts program at the high school.
Through scripture readings and hymnody, the Lessons and Carols retells the events leading up the great feast of Christmas and features works of Mendelssohn, Handel, Marcello, Vierne and other composers. The service will be accompanied by The Schola Musica Orchestra and acclaimed organist John P. Buckel.
All are welcomed to attend this beautiful evening that will bring serenity and joy to all in preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
