LCNZ commemorates Reformation anniversary

To commemorate the 500^th anniversary of the Reformation last year, the Lutheran Church of New Zealand, in partnership with Radio New Zealand, recorded and broadcast the Bach Cantata Vespers.

The event was attended by 500 people and took place in Wellington at the Wellington Cathedral of St Paul.

Rick Erickson from Christ the King Lutheran in Houston was the guest cantor. He directed the cathedral choir and orchestra, and he also played the organ.

The full recording of the event is available on the Radio New Zealand website  https://www.radionz.co.nz/concert/programmes/musicalive/audio/2018621868/bach-cantata-vespers-service