The spirit of the season! Prince William gave an uplifting speech about the holidays in tribute to Queen Elizabeth II during Royal Carols: Together At Christmas.The Prince of Wales, 40, joined wife Princess Kate, father King Charles III, stepmother Queen Consort Camilla and more members of the royal family at the Thursday, December 15, concert.
During the event, William read one of the late queen’s previous Christmas speeches.“At Christmas, I am always struck by how the spirit of togetherness lies also at the heart of the Christmas story,” the Duke of Cornwall read aloud on Thursday, reciting Elizabeth’s 2012 Christmas address, per The Mirror. “A young mother and a dutiful father with their baby were joined by poor shepherds and visitors from afar.
They came with their gifts to worship the Christ child. From that day on he has inspired people to commit themselves to the best interests of others.”The late monarch’s initial message continued: “This is the time of year when we remember that God sent his only son ‘to serve, not to be served’.
He restored love and service to the center of our lives in the person of Jesus Christ. It is my prayer this Christmas Day that his example and teaching will continue to bring people together to give the best of themselves in the service of others.”William attended the church service in support of his wife, the 40-year-old Princess of Wales, who was tasked with organizing the production.
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