Sung Evening prayer
This spoken service only occurs on days when there is no choir in the Cathedral, such as during school holidays.
This mainly spoken service only occurs on days when there is no choir in the Cathedral, such as during school holidays.
Evening Prayer is a simple, short spoken service which takes place at 5pm on days when there is no choir. It lasts for around 20 minutes.
What can I expect?
During the service the congregation joins in saying the words of the service, which includes a psalm. There are some readings from the Bible, and prayers are said for the Church, the World and ourselves. There is no music or sermon at this service.
You do not have to familiar with the service – when you enter, you can pick up an easy-to-follow order of service, which will guide you through each part. Visit our guidance on attending services at St Paul's for more information on what to expect.
Music at our services
Want to know exactly what music will be performed at each of our services? Download a copy of our service schedule, which is regularly updated to include the details of pieces for each service.
More on services and events
From special concerts to temporary art exhibitions, our What's On page shows all the services and events happening at the Cathedral – and gives you a chance to search and filter to find specific events.
Find key information and guidance on our services – including our service schedule – and see how St Paul's connects to its wider London community.
If you’re new to attending church, find out what happens at a typical St Paul’s service.