"The message of this year's concert is that in a fragmented and disconnected world, small acts of generosity and love can bring people and communities together. "The time, care and compassion you give, often quietly and unspoken, and without any expectation or recognition, make an extraordinary difference to the lives of others," wrote Catherine, in a letter ahead of the carol service."
"The princess has been making her own gradual return to public life after her cancer diagnosis and chemotherapy, last month delivering her first public speech for two years, in which she talked about recognising the "quiet, often invisible work of caring". Guests arriving at the Abbey were entertained by young musicians supported by the Future Talent charity, co-founded by the Duchess of Kent to widen access to music lessons."
The Princess of Wales hosted her annual Christmas carol concert at Westminster Abbey, welcoming 1,600 guests including royals, celebrities and local community heroes. The service combined carols, music and readings from actors such as Kate Winslet and Chiwetel Ejiofor and centered on kindness and showing love. Among attendees were Anna and Jonathan Cordiner, founders of Kayleigh's Wee Stars after their daughter's death from a brain tumour, and Holocaust survivor Steven Frank. Catherine greeted Prince William and their children George, Charlotte and Louis. The princess has been making a gradual return to public life after cancer treatment and recently delivered her first public speech in two years about recognising the quiet, often invisible work of caring. Young musicians supported by the Future Talent charity provided entertainment.
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