The Running order for the proceedings will be as follows: By 19.45 members of the community will gather outside the entrance to the church. 70 bells will toll. At approximate 19.57 the following words will be spoken: Thank you all for gathering here this evening for this brief vigil on the eve of the funeral of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
In a few moments we will join with people across the United Kingdom in a Moment of Silent Reflection. The start and end of the Minute here will be marked by a whistle. During the Minute we will have an opportunity, in silence, to reflect on the lifetime of service which Her late Majesty devoted to the United Kingdom, the Realms and Territories and to the Commonwealth. The Queen was sure in her faith and steadfast in her duty, bringing constancy through 70 years of change. We will remember Her late Majesty with affection and gratitude and silently give thanks in our hearts for her unswerving devotion to us and to our Country. May she rest in peace and rise in glory. Ladies and gentlemen, it is now approaching 8.00 p.m. At 20.00 a whistle sounds Silence will be kept At 20.01 the whistle marks the end of the Silence Applause The vigil concludes with all present saying: God Save The King and the singing of the National Anthem. |