Good Shepherd Annual Christmas Cantata

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Religious & SpiritualPaynesville
DatesDates TBA · Usually DecemberCheck locally before booking
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCeremony, pilgrimageThe cantata's interdenominational cast is
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: LRD
CategoryReligious & SpiritualFestival type
The story

Good Shepherd Annual Christmas Cantata in Paynesville

The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd in Paynesville stages an annual Christmas Cantata, recently expanded to an eight-show run directed by Matthew S. Kafi, drawing singers from multiple denominations. The production follows the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols format originated at King's College, Cambridge, in 1918.

The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd Chorus in Paynesville stages an annual Christmas Cantata that has, in recent years, expanded into an eight-show run captivating audiences across the community, a considerable scale for a single congregation's holiday music program.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The cantata's interdenominational cast is its most distinguishing trait, with the production uniting singers from across Paynesville's Christian community rather than remaining confined to Good Shepherd's own congregation, giving it a genuinely ecumenical character for a single-church production

02

The mystery stays covered

Its direct structural lineage to the Nine Lessons and Carols format pioneered at King's College, Cambridge, and popularized globally through BBC broadcasts since 1928, situates a Paynesville church production within a long international tradition of scripture-and-carol Christmas services

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Core elements include the Nine Lessons and Carols-style structure alternating scripture readings with choral pieces

Water and renewal

Living ritual

an interdenominational choir drawn from across Paynesville's Christian community

The sacred route

Living ritual

direction by a dedicated musical leader

The local code

Living ritual

and a multi-performance run that has grown to eight shows in recent editions to accommodate audience demand

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually December

Getting around

For Good Shepherd Annual Christmas Cantata, plan transport around the exact Paynesville venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Modest, smart church attire is appropriate for both performers and audience members attending an evening cantata service at the church.

Safety

Watch local behavior before photographing, filming, or entering sacred spaces.

Where to stay

For Good Shepherd Annual Christmas Cantata, stay near the part of Paynesville you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Public ritual moments are often free, but donations, transport, or temple access may vary.

Language/currency

LRD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map6.27 N, 10.70 WOpen in Google Maps

Paynesville, Montserrado, Liberia

Nearest airportROB — Roberts
TransportFor Good Shepherd Annual Christmas Cantata, plan transport around the exact Paynesville venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Good Shepherd Annual Christmas Cantata, stay near the part of Paynesville you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Good Shepherd Annual Christmas Cantata?

Good Shepherd Annual Christmas Cantata is listed for Past edition: 21 December 2025. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Good Shepherd Annual Christmas Cantata take place?

The festival is listed in Paynesville, Liberia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

One day is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Paynesville, Montserrado, Liberia

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

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