CHRISTMAS DIARIES DAY 17: CHRISTMAS CAROLS!!!

[@MalikaSmile]

Every video I think to myself : Cat is such an amazing person ! Hilarious, educated, beautiful and kind hearted. I thought it was time, I wrote it down in the comment section.

[@coltonm.1522]

I agree, Cat is amazing.

[@lisaglynn3121]

I totally agree! She’s Awesome!

[@nicolecouture4514]

Yes, she is awesome.

[@marystarke6735]

I am going to miss her so much when she leaves for Christmas

[@ruthpackard3080]

A million thanks for today’s post! My husband of 46 years passed away not long ago. We met in seminary while both of us worked on our theology degrees. David majored in voice and I miss hearing his rich baritone voice. He would have been singing right along with you today. Through my tears, I have hit replay over and over. You have blessed me! 💕

[@Jayrose59]

😥😥😥🤗🤗🤗🙏🙏🙏

[@otshea]

Merry Christmas to you

[@catbrooks9789]

Hi Ruth, I am so sorry for your loss, thank you for your lovely and moving comment and I hope you manage to sing this Christmas 💜💜

[@eileeng2492]

So sorry for your loss. Blessings

[@ruthpackard3080]

@@catbrooks9789 Thank you!!

[@rose-marie7351]

Philip’s favourite Christmas carol is my favorite too! IT’S NOT CREEPY! Lol 💕

[@reneebotham236]

I have to agree with that! 👍

[@janetburridge8423]

I loved it! Should I not ???

[@kathrynrennie3374]

Philip's favourite carol may not have been Cat or Steph's fave but wow, wow, wow did it showcase their voices spectacularly!! Absolutely incredible! I knew how good Steph was but that was next level! Tres bien!!

[@jennymay4720]

@@kathrynrennie3374 Totally agree, superbly sung. Lovely to hear your voices.

[@coltonm.1522]

I love it!

[@janewolfe9137]

Cat is so full of amazing knowledge. She is fascinating.

[@lisaglynn3121]

Totally agree!

[@logarithmic7]

Agreed! Just so Lovely!

[@teresacarle294]

😘Whole-heartedly agree about Kat. She's a woman of substance with hidden passion & depths. 😉Clearly, it's not good to 👩‍⚖judge a 📚book by it's hard📙cover alone. Snarky, mischief maker, rabble-rouser, and class clown at first glance. Follow that up with her being no nonsense, feet firmly planted on the ground, focused on down-to-earth practicalities & all while attacking life with gusto. 🐢 Under that tough facade, Stephanie has it right about Kat's soft inside. She is quite tender. A humble hostess who prefers to serve others on the down low. Although she obviously loves to nurture ppl through 🍲food & beverage🍵 offerings. She also takes great 😄joy in the creativity of making meals🍚. 😮 Kinda shocking, that she is a secret 🕵️‍♀️sentimental 💞: •The gentle wonder of a theological scholar who is moved by 📖 Biblical text and phraseology. •A woman equally touched by the poetry of song🎵 who also offers a pure heavenly voice raised in worship🎶. You're so right! 🔍Each & every new discovery🔎 about Kat only makes her all the more ☄fascinating☄! ~~~~~~~~~~ 🎼ps 👨‍💼Chorale directors👩‍💼 and the 🌎 world at large may 💕 swoon 💕 considerably more over 💫Sopranos, but 🤔Kat needs to keep something in mind. 🙋‍♀️Altos bring richness of depth and harmony to life🌱 in music. ✌😊🤙

[@chasethecat3839]

@@teresacarle294 nicely stated

[@nadinetasmania]

agreed!

[@pineconequeen]

Cat is absolutely brilliant and must come back to La Land after Christmas. We all need to her eloquent sass in our lives.

[@jennymay4720]

I was deeply touched by her selection of words and that excerpt from John,

[@christinal.suarez1838]

Eloquent sass are the perfect words to describe her!

[@ruthsanchez9724]

Yes I love Cat's personality and she is so fun. I will miss her and hope she returns to LaLande soon after Christmas :)

[@ruthsanchez9724]

Yes I love Cat's personality and she is so fun. I will miss her and hope she returns to LaLande soon after Christmas :)

[@ruthsanchez9724]

Yes I love Cat's personality and she is so fun. I will miss her and hope she returns to LaLande soon after Christmas :)

[@M-Hffster]

“In the beginning was The Word, and The Word was with God, and The Word was GOD” I love that Kat loves this verse. It’s the starting point of God’s love for us. This was one of my favorites vlogs.

[@teresacarle294]

😉 for me too...on both counts. ☄All hail the coming King. Glory to God in the highest. 💣Mind blowing💥 that God spoke the 🌠universe into existence. Amazing to contemplate how much significance there is to our words. "Power of life and death in the tongue."

[@caldwelljulia5705]

Perfect verse for Christmas. “The Word” is referring to Jesus being with God who also is God from the beginning. The reason for the season is Jesus. Praise Him!

[@christinalock1608]

Amen!!! I loved she shared God’s word John1:1!

[@MommyToMyBoys]

AMEN!! Glory to God in the Highest.

[@IamNOTyourconscious]

The Gospel of John is my favorite also because of this first line that ties the beginning to our ending❤️ I learned so much about Kat in this video! And the bells was chill inducing!!! In a GOOD way😁

[@wondergupta]

I'm with Philip on his spooky hymn choice - the best one of tonight!

[@bonniebriggs1338]

I love the song "Carol of the Bells" and have never once thought of it as horror, but as a beautiful and challenging carol to sing. Loved all the singing and well done on the harmonies!

[@KarolinaIsabellaS]

I love that carol, too!

[@lisaglynn3121]

My favorite!

[@nancyhelgeson9934]

I agree, Bonnie. I have no idea where they got that there was any horror in that beautiful carol.

[@beabasson3132]

It's my favourite

[@dinahreyes4947]

I agree Bonnie! One of my favorites! Look Philip! You're not alone!

[@bobh3704]

Philip has been a great addition to the chataut!

[@hollyssimplelife1634]

Yes he is perfect for the chateau.

[@elizabethmilner2045]

Indeed he has!!!!!

[@stevearnold8467]

I learned so many interesting things about Cat in this episode!

[@snoopybluejeans]

Me too.

[@ginaramos9050]

Hearing the 3 of you sing is such a treat and really put me into the Christmas sprite ❤️in Venice Florida USA

[@manupsucka]

This has indeed been a bleak midwinter in the US - so much loss in a time of celebration - thank you from the bottom of my heart for your wonderful singing and for sharing your community spirit while so many of us are in isolation. You are a gift.

[@patriciaodoherty5202]

A true gift,I agree!

[@lisaglynn3121]

Totally Agree

[@christinal.suarez1838]

Agreed. The only time I feel the Christmas spirit is when I watch these advent vlogs and then I just well up. Very emotional times here in the U.S.

[@lisaglynn3121]

@@christinal.suarez1838 Totally Understand! Stay safe! I’m living in Nashville TN. Where are you located?

[@manupsucka]

@@lisaglynn3121 I'm in Denver CO. There is a collective sadness in the air this year with so many deaths. But we still celebrate and rejoice in our blessings. It makes me realize how important our seasonal rituals are.

[@maryryan9597]

Wow, the singing of the Carols was breathtaking.

[@mlady204103]

The first two carols brought tears. The third carol, chills. And the last carol, rejoicing! Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Philippians 4:4

[@frangeorge5962]

I don't want Cat to leave. Maybe she can come back with Scotman.

[@booked4now8542]

It’s like the “Hotel California” she can never leave!

[@aliciamott1396]

Rewatched for the hundredth time , still my favorite, still blessed me !!!!!!

[@rebeccaburke-sharples541]

This was the most beautiful episode. The joy and the sheer beauty of three harmonising voices. Plus what a depth of knowledge and sheer love of carols Cat has Stephanie’s voice is glorious and Phillip brought a velvet tone , Cat your are a mellow and beautiful contralto Thankyou

[@loredelore7286]

This is my all time favourite Dairies vlog.

[@normamiller2599]

Philip...that has always been m favorite carol also. It is beatiful.

[@sallysampson628]

I loved your amazing carol singing so much!!! 😃🥰🥰🥰

[@harbinderranauta-crabtree1925]

It made me cry with emotion listening to your beautiful singing without ego, so full of peace and light , refreshing change and very meditative thank you! Get well soon Selmar!!

[@lisaglynn3121]

Selmar is not well! Oh I did not know! Sending healing vides to him!

[@tnago428]

He hurt his neck

[@connemarahandcraftedglass4059]

Ahhh....... When like stars His children crowned, All in white shall wait around. Wonderful!

[@johncunningham1098]

This has been great. I look forward to this everyday. Greetings from New Jersey. We are in hiding from COVID and we had a big snow storm last night, so we can’t get out of the house. But we are safe and warm and have everything we need. I only wish that everyone could be safe, warm well fed. Christmas blessings

[@oceanbrzzz]

I watched news from NJ and snow falling. I wish you joy!

[@isabellejarvis7805]

It sounds sooooo Christmas ! Be safe and happy!

[@NingasKugon09]

I drove into that storm skidded numerous time got stuck entering the parking lot for 20 minutes to get to work...Thirty employees called out because they could not make it, grueling part was trying to balance the staffing you don't have. This was my reward, hearing the carols and watching Stephanie and company. Thank you!

[@lisakilmer2667]

I hope you stay safe and well! We saw the reports of the huge snowfall. Wishing you the best from Indiana (only 3 inches of snow).

[@teresacarle294]

☃️Snow is so exciting, esp. for the holidays🎄. 🤗Glad to hear that you're well, and snuggled up inside with plenty of provisions. What a nice time to settle down to 👀watch📺 Christmas🎁Advent @ the Chateau🏰. 😨 Seems kinda scary to be out on ❄ icy 🚗 roads and 🛣highways 🚚 as well as on 🚶‍♀️walkways🚶‍♂️ though. 🙏 May all those facing 🌧 inclement 🌨 weather have a warmly stocked shelter and a safe route 🏠home. ☮Peace 💛Love 🌼Beauty from Los Angeles

[@nancyblandin755]

I absolutely ADORE you all singing together!!! Your voices are amazing...

[@Rosa7388]

I love that carol too, Phillip- but one barely ever gets to hear it compared to the other more popular ones. Except in Christmas films where someone has to rush somewhere.

[@oceanbrzzz]

I love it too!

[@travelbridges3513]

omg so glad to hear people say so! Here's my favourite version right now kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYLElZajlMmqe68 I think it anticipates, and then overflows with joy. What is this other stuff I'm hearing? never heard that before

[@chasethecat3839]

Yes, they do use it for those scenes. I love the very strong feelings the Carol of the Bells invokes but your remembrance of it being used in t.v.'s more hurried scenes gave me a needed chuckle.

[@SJFoss]

Gave me a chuckle, too. I think of Home Alone when he rushes home to defend his house 😂 this song always gives me shivers.

[@caroleharden3055]

I had never heard of carol of the bells until I saw Home Alone! But love it as I love all Christmas Carols

[@lizetteparkin1602]

I love Philip’s favourite carol....☺️

[@veraanderson5480]

I love that Cat is educating the world about the nine lessons!

[@cjprezzi2900]

I have been rewatching each advent from 2019, 2020, and 2021 on the correct day. This is one of my favorites. I have to say, I agree with Philip, Carol of the bells is one of my faves!

[@beccazie101]

I have sung in my church choir with my parents since I was in the children’s choir at church. My parents are in their 80’s and we still sing in the church choir together. I am missing that we cannot sing at church together this year. Thank you Kat, for bring the special music of the season to us! I loved singing along with you all! ❤️

[@nadinenichols7394]

I also love the Carol of the Bells Philip. To me it is windswept and invigorating, with flurries of snow. It makes me think of horse-drawn sleigh rides or ice-skating in dizzying circles (replete with muff & bonnet). You are all incredible singers, such a festive episode! Thank you xx

[@katehobbs2008]

All this time, from the very first appearance of Kat, I did not know she could sing or play until these advent diaries. Not only can she sing, but it is a central part of her life! So 3 serious trained singers, with different voice parts. What a joy! 🇦🇺 and pretty sure Phillip is sight-reading.

[@phoobler]

Carol of the Bells is one of my favorite carols - it was just beautiful.

[@chantaln6843]

Thank you for singing. That was absolutely beautiful. Y’all have beautiful voices. BRAVO 😊

[@jac1797]

I just watched this again and it was so touching and sweet and wholesome and wonderful! Thank you so much!❤

[@christinal.suarez1838]

The three of you harmonizing together equals magic! I envisioned myself giving you all a giant warm hug while you were singing and at lunch... I hope you somehow felt it. xoxoxo

[@mannwerebusy]

Yes Phillip, that's my favorite too 🥳

[@honeytonguedharpy]

I never know when something is going to affect me. The moment Stephanie started singing I started tearing up. No idea why. Beautiful, guys. Beautiful. Thanks, Kat, Stephanie, and Philip. ❤️

[@aleta5873]

honeytonguedharpy, me too..teared up.

[@caroleharden3055]

Me too

[@vanmeier9805]

Me three 😭💖

[@meri8746]

Carol of the Bells with drums and piano - perfect! I love that song!

[@thecharminghodgepodgecotta8363]

I agree with Philip, Carol of the Bells is legendary.

[@jfs59nj]

If I didn’t love Cat before, I would now. I was moved to tears.

[@sandrawallace3827]

Each night for me, at CHATEAU DE LA LANDE, Advent, has got better and better, but, tonight, Christmas Carols! has blown me away.

[@wendystevenson1364]

Most moving episode so far. It’s September’24 here in Sydney and I’m about to commence my Xmas sewing -10 little girls’ Xmas dresses for mine, my relos & friends g’daughters; plus almost as many pairs of boys’ Xmas shorts for the grandsons. We enjoy the most lovely, hot xmas’s here & the sewing has become my annual tradition. I enjoy the designing, making & giving. I’ve become a devotee to your KZbin channel and I adore Christmas. Tim Minchin’s White Wine in the Sun reduces me to tears every time, & today so have you ❤️

[@LilyFlower26]

100% agree with Phillip. That carol is suspenseful, dramatic and so captivating. It’s my favorite as well!

[@kathrynburrowes3102]

That carol singing and Kat's lesson was so impressive. Made my day!! Thanks to all the LaLanders!

[@lesleythomson2823]

That was absolutely outstanding it has totally made my Christmas as I won’t be able to attend a carol service this year , you were all amazing and I thank you from the bottom of my heart . And Merry Christmas to you all xxxxx

[@baylorsailor]

Oh Holy Night is my favorite. It always makes me cry.

[@shaunsworld430]

Just wonderful!! Made me cry twice and I’m with Phillips choice of carol..... We have to have a full blown Christmas carol concert, a free 20 min version and a 60 min one available to download for a £€$10 fee. All money going to just the chapel repairs... Record the songs in January so you have the whole year to edit and refine it for next Christmas. then do the same each year, re-record half the carols and re-edit....

[@teresacarle294]

😢Yes, I also found this episode (and the earlier one in the chapel when they presented the Nativity) to be quite touching. 🤔That's a very clever idea. 🎵Maybe they will consider doing that one day.🎶 😉A lot of smart folks out there with new ways of creating a revenue stream as well as ideas to fix up the ⚜Chateau. They might not follow every suggestion, but it still may trigger some other sort of future inspiration for them. Nice to see ppl care and who wish to invest in the success of others. 🦋

[@jgrib6102]

One of my most favorite Chateau Diaries episodes!! Thank you all!!

[@joyharper89]

Kat brought me to tears quoting the first chapter of John. God becoming a man, so we can be sons of God! What better "lesson" could there be than the source of our salvation! So simple, yet so deep!

[@josephinemciver8089]

The talent of the Lalanders never ceases to amaze me! Philip's spooky choice was actually my favorite!

[@planetroxx94]

I just wanted to tell you that my house bunny is sat with me listening to your beautiful singing! Whenever you sing, he stops everything and just listens, it’s quite adorable! 😊

[@MsLinda165]

that's adorable

[@teresacarle294]

🐇Smart rabbit! How sweet! 🎹Ever seen those short videos with the guy playing classical 🎼music on his piano for rescue cats? Their positive reaction is so pure and pretty amazing. 😻 Even the shyer ones seem to be soothed by his music. It's a beautiful thing...😉. 🦋☮💛

[@OnlyLoveCan38]

Kat you and I are joined together by John I. The xaroles and Kat sharing the true love of Ghristmas. All of the traditions and celebrations are all pulled together by the spiritual meanings of the season when Hope was born. Love you all! Thank you for singing my favorite Christmas Carol (Hark are the Bells) so beautifully sung.

[@pastorheather]

Weeping over this one. All of us who ground ourselves in corporate singing, especially at Christmas, are mourning this year. Thank you three for giving me a little sense of that in this vlog.

[@kimmartin160]

Cat I love the genuine enthusiasm you have for singing and the traditions of the church. Really enjoyed this video

[@jennyallwood2827]

I could listen to the three of them sing all day! Gorgeous!

[@27Spiritgirl]

Wonderful seeing and hearing more of Cat!! Love her! AND I agree with Philip - fantastic song and spine-tingling version from the 3 of you - bravo!!

[@barbaramalloy6565]

An amazing job by all of you, I love listening, your the ones who come to a home because I’m a shut in and feel sad. we feel like we’re forgotten. Then you come ! Thank you, God bless guys

[@eileeng2492]

You are not forgotten. We are praying for all the people who are stuck at home by themselves. Hang in there!

[@barbaramalloy6565]

@@eileeng2492 thank you writing me back. I wondered sometimes if what we write is read. I no now. Merry Christmas 🎁🎄

[@lisaglynn3121]

There’s a lot of us, shut ins, without anyone! Wishing all A Happy Christmas 🎄

[@mariak9727]

🥰I’m optimistic that things will improve for all of us!! Wishing you a blessed Christmas🙏 And 💕Peace, 💕Hope & 💕 Good Health for 2021.🥰

[@dyrekvellnagel3011]

@@mariak9727 p

[@rosiebeardshaw658]

I'm watching this series of vlogs for the fourth time. It's not Christmas but it's the good vibes I like. Thanks for the continued entertainment and fun.

[@Shelley_H]

I can't even begin to say how much I enjoyed this episode. The carols and learning about the traditions brought so much joy to my heart on a particularly bad day. Thank you so much for lifting me up when I needed it so badly.

[@barbarastevens3053]

So beautiful the singing of carols worshipping the glory of God and his son our saviour Jesus Christ. The carol in the bleak mid winter with the words "What can I Him: poor as I am give my heart" so beautiful.

[@ttbko]

oh my! oh my oh my oh my!!! you have such a talent..... particularly Philip who can sing, from the sheet music and make it so beautiful! what a team!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jacquelinereynolds2934]

@@sophiaw.7356 he was in a boyband

[@jacquelinereynolds2934]

@Sjaan sjaak never said it was but being in a band is singing professionally

[@jacquelinereynolds2934]

Philips boyband kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6usg5RjbtBrick

[@hollyssimplelife1634]

His voice is beautiful even when he speaks.

[@frayue]

I'm with Philippe, the Carol of the Bells is chillingly phenomenal!

[@heathersteeves9297]

Please Kat come back after Christmas....love you all and you all bring such joy to my life Merry Christmas!!!

[@kathrynprice2755]

Loved the explanation about the carol services.

[@carolweaver3269]

Kat is so assured of herself and yet 'never with ego, besetting her style.' She has many talents and yet never brags or pushes herself ahead. Very knowledgeable. Kat would have been fantastic at Christmas Eve reading from the bible and speaking on it. As she did now!!! I will look forward to the Nine Lessons and Carols. This will be in the Chapel too, I am so excited about this. It will be lovely am sure! Thank each one of you for taking this time to share your lives. Stephanie, I know you put so much into all you do and am sure you must be busy day and night. You all sang so beautifully together! "The Christmas Bells' is a great piece. But think it is very hard to sing?

[@bethanyshepherd6454]

Just love her! She’s the best friend everyone wishes they had! Beautiful, kind, funny, outgoing, humble, and such a quit wit! She’s going to be missed so much when she leaves LaLande! I can’t even believe she’s leaving- It’s gonna be so weird and different when she no longer is there. :( It won’t be the same- :(

[@scpmdt]

@@bethanyshepherd6454 Even though we will miss Kat at Lalande , she has her priorities right as family is important to her & she chooses to be with them on the occasion of the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ.

[@scpmdt]

Kat picked one of the most powerful verses in the Bible.

[@carolweaver3269]

@@bethanyshepherd6454 I think she will be back though if at all possible. She truly is " The best friend everyone wishes they had" She took Theology in University and that was a perfect choice for her!

[@carolweaver3269]

@@scpmdt True, Priscilla.

[@pamorama]

Oh wow, I've never heard of people who don't like Carol of the Bells! I think it's absolutely wondrous, full of magic and glimmering energy. I'm with Phillip on this one! Thank you for this beautiful and meaningful episode with such a beautiful voices. I'm an awe of the serene blending of your voices in these lovely carols. Thank you for sharing with us. I'd love to see you do this again this year!

[@sarahyates6055]

My father is a clergyman and all our family were in the choirs at all our Churches over the years. I was also in the junior school choir, the county youth choir then senior school choir, Church music group. Like you Kat we would start Carol concerts and Carol Services from beginning of December and it would include an evening of a performance of Handels Messiah. Then the last three nights before Christmas Eve we would Carol Sing around the village. Christmas Eve was always really busy with an afternoon service and then the midnight communion. Christmas Day started really early as we lived in a farming village in the 1970’s so my Dad did a 7 am communion then 8 am communion. Then he’d rush home for a full English breakfast..much needed. Then we had a family service at 9.30 am and final Communion service at 11.15 am. Our Christmas would properly start about 12 o’clock ish by which time as young children we were desperate to open our presents! You have beautiful voices, sadly my voice has really gone now and I struggle to sing x

[@VeronicaPalozzi]

Watching this November 2023 I must say, I am so impressed with how beautifully your voices melt together and create a feast for the ears!! Brilliant! All of you are brilliant in your very own unique creative way!!

[@debrafreake4759]

The Carroll of the Bells is full of anticipation not horror! Lol. It is one of my very favourites. The three of you were spectacular! Well done! Merry Christmas to you all!

[@sylviastevenson3446]

I'm with Phillip. Carol of the Bells is one of my favorites as well! I grew up with these carols as well. My family is very musical and we have all been in choirs from school to church to city choirs. I really began to get teary eyed listening to you sing. Very beautiful! What a treat!

[@k.j.2481]

Phillip, Carols of the bells is very popular in the States. I think at one time it was part of a commercial at Christmas time. 🎄🎵🎶😊

[@christinevr7698]

My background is Ukrainian and Carol of the Bells is a very popular very old Christmas carol in my culture.

[@raffaellavitiello1762]

It is extremely popular in Australia also, l always thought it to be cheery nothing else, probably because you cannot hear the words just the music!

[@nancyu4099]

May God bless Kat all the days of her life for spreading the word of God by reading the Bible verse which will spread around the world through this vlog.

[@marilynnvanden9704]

Dear Cat/Kat: It was so awesome to see this side of You! While your voice may not resonate with that of a soprano - be assured it is equally as important and not any less appreciated ! Merry Christmas Cat/Kat ! We will miss you - but know you need time at home with your family - and because of this particular vlog - we can understand the need for you to get home for the holidays! Wishing you safe travel, good health and the best of festive merriment! 🍻🍾🎄🎉🎹 Cheers ! Ontario 🇨🇦

[@robinhewitt]

'Once in Royal David's City' is my favourite Christmas carol. It gives me shivers.

[@nancyjohnston5985]

Hark the herald angels sing - wow!

[@annettecurtain5052]

That’s my favourite carol

[@lisaglynn3121]

@@annettecurtain5052 Mine too!

[@robinchurch5658]

First, I get up this morning and the first thing I see online on CNN is a feature about “our” Stephanie is now considered a KZbin super star! YAY😄 So happy and proud to be part of this international KZbin community! Second, when I finished last night’s episode, KZbin showed me there are TWO Carols from King’s full length albums (over an hour each) for our viewing pleasure. Third, so much love and appreciation for dear, lovely, talented Cat-what a wonder FULL addition to LaLande and am soooo sad to see her go. From now on, every time I read John 1:1 I will hear her say, “the word was GOD”.

[@lwest5686]

Could you hear me clapping after each song? Its the festiveness that we need so much right now and hope you know how much we appreciate it. Thank you!

[@RockDove5212]

The version you sang for, 'In the Bleak midwinter' is my favourite. Thank you, it was beautiful ❤✝️❤

[@delenedaniels2917]

Absolutely wonderful. Kat is a gem. I look forward to her return. I shall miss these daily posts when they end. What a fantastic group of people and Stéphanie is a treasure. Thank you for brightening our day.

[@deanephillips7568]

In the beginning was the Word and the Word was GOD. HOW I LOVE THE WORD OF GOD. TRUTH. One of my favorite episodes Philip just love you, you are such a gentleman I am loving Dutch men we have quite a few in our church ,they are so hard working and keep the church in top running order. By the way my favorite Carol is O Holy Night and the one you picked is second. You all harmonize so gloriously. Kat where did you do your theology degree? Thank you Stephanie for your very informative history lessons I just love them.

[@elisa7881]

I am so impressed!!! Cat, you are such a wonderful young woman! Stéphanie and Philip, you are great. The 3 of you together...glorious. Thank you.

[@pennyclark9079]

Oh thank goodness for the sheer joy you all impart in these dark times truly wonderful 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@carolyngethings]

My favourite Christmas Diaries so far. I'll listen to Christmas Eve carols this year with greater interest. Thank you!

[@kathrynweir6990]

thank you Cat for sharing your heart and your experience of the thing that you love. Music and God

[@sindyhall1368]

Stephanie has amazing singing voice and Cats is priceless here . Thank you

[@joannecordelia]

I always sang. Was suppose to go to a state contest but my parents wouldn’t let me. In my teens I was in an oratorio society. Then pianist at church. Played for the choir, both organ and piano. (I was so short, I would slip off the organ seat!) Also played and sang alto for the specials. Music touches the soul. That’s our innermost connection to Heaven. Loved your singing!!! 🎼❤️ My son is a Pastor and has many degrees. You’d probably enjoy conversing with him! You always stay quiet about yourself. That is so very exciting! ❤️ wow! You know there’s two of the “Bleak Midwinter”! Amazing!

[@munashubber9177]

Tonight you brought lots of joy and tears to my eyes. My sun did his PHD in Kings college Cambridge, and four years ago my husband, my son, and I were among the audience who sat in that breathtaking chapel during the service. Last year I lost my dearest, dearest husband to cancer and I was left with beautiful and amazing memories. Your singing and talking about Cambridge brought back all those precious memories. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are all so lovely.

[@chasethecat3839]

I'm so sorfy; must be a difficult time of year for you and your son. On a happier note, I bet you are very proud of your son.

[@munashubber9177]

Thank you very much for your kind words. You are right, it is very difficult and sometimes unbearable, but i am extremely luckier than most. I had immensely happy years with him, and he left me with the most beautiful memories to last me for ever. And I have my lovely son in whom I see his father every time i look at him. He is my pride and joy. Again thank you and I wish you the most happy and safe Christmas.

[@cristianonyc]

You guys are so talented you deserve all the support and success for sharing your talent with us

[@sharon9399]

Kat you are SO AWESOME. Thank you for sharing this part of yourself with us.

[@bluewrenreilly129]

Just love kat she seems so laid back and unassuming and then suddenly she shines and her lovey humor is refreshing and now her talent.

[@sugarlady901]

Carol of the Bells has always been my favorite Christmas Carol too! Merry Christmas everyone!!🎼💕🎵

[@lindar2245]

So thrilled to hear this hymn - taught to us by our father who died when we were all very young - which means Christmas to me. I've listened to King's College Boys' Choir annually my entire life. Thank you!

[@cathyhatfield5340]

I can’t get enough of your beautiful singing. It’s like angels❤️ I love Philips favorite and Stephanie does that very well😊👍❤️

[@margoarmstrong3042]

There is no limit to the talent, joy and hope you bring each day of advent. Thank you Cat, Stephanie and Philip for the carols which remind us of the true meaning of Christmas.

[@lynlijalysbalderdottir4563]

Cat, your talents just keep on revealing your inner soul!

[@robsondog01hazel47]

In the bleak midwinter is my favourite hymn, love the last verse also. Thank you for yet another bazzer.x

[@karens8726]

Thank you for the beautiful carolling! I sang along heartily!! Hearing Kat talk about English choral traditions made me think about my childhood growing up in a quintessential English village and singing in the local church choir. Wonderful warm memories!

[@judithschatunowski6273]

Darke all the way! Sir Stephen Cleobury took over at Kings after Sir David Wilcox and Sir Stephen retired two years ago and sadly passed away, Daniel Hide is now the master of music there. Daniel took over at St Thomas fifth avenue New York, from my dear brother, John Scott, who sadly passed away very unexpectedly at the age of 59 years after a huge recital tour. He was a world acclaimed organist, conductor and choirmaster. He was Director of Music at St Paul’s Cathedral and received a special honour, LVO, from the Queen. I miss him so much especially at this time of year. It was really lovely to hear you singing some of the favourites. Thank you so much for this blog. I shall be having the same tradition as Cat - wrapping presents to Kings as usual! Love to you all.

[@nancycowan6109]

To think I thought Kat was a comedienne chef. Turns out she is wowing us with so much more - her lovely voice, knowledge and faith. Please come back to Lalande, Kat. I feel like crying at the thought you won’t return. Thank you for this delightful and moving video. ❤️🎄

[@heatherdiaz2311]

Yay! A Christmas Carols Concert! Absolutely brilliant, and tugs at all my hearts strings. To Kat: Your favorite verse in the Bible can point us all to the hope of Christmas...makes my heart swell. Thank you as well for teaching me about the 9 Lessons and Carols. I will be listening to it as I wrap my presents this year! 🌟🎄🎉🎶 Merry Christmas!!