UK's Biggest Christian Event Of Year 'Big Church Day Out' This Weekend
With some of the biggest names in Christian music and activities and entertainment for all the family, the UK's biggest Christian event of the year, the Big Church Day Out, takes place this weekend. The event, at Wiston House in West Sussex on 28th and 29th May, has so far sold over 15,000 tickets for the weekend but organisers have confirmed that all ticket types will still be available to purchase on the gate.
LTTM brings you a complete round up of BCDO...
Mainstage:
The natural amphitheater and trademark BigChurchDayOut flags create an outdoor arena like no other. With Pete Greig (24-7 prayer, Holy Trinity Brompton) and Diane Louise Jordan (Songs of Praise) co-hosting on the day, the stage will host some of the biggest names in Christian music, including:
David Crowder Band - Playing their final ever concert in the UK before the band ends later this year.
Chris Tomlin - The US worship leader who brought us songs including 'How Great Is Out God', 'Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)' and most recently 'Our God (Is Greater)'.
Newsboys - Grammy nominated band with new lead singer Michael Tait (formerly of DC Talk) who recently released the outstanding 'Born Again' CD.
Find out where to buy these artists albums here!
Matt Redman - The UK's most prominent worship leader, writer of classics such as 'Heart Of Worship', 'Once Again', and the award-winning 'Blessed Be Your Name'.
Toby Mac - The former DC Talk singer now with a hugely successful solo career as a Rapper/HipHop performer.
Israel Houghton - The Grammy Award winning Gospel worship leader who brought us songs like 'I Am A Friend Of God'.All these mainstage acts will perform on both Saturday & Sunday
UCB Stage:
Sure to appeal to the youth, this mini-arena will play host to some of the biggest names in the UK Christian music scene providing a fresh and alternative sound.
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Philippa Hanna
Chip Kendall
Jahaziel
BeBe Vox
Trent
Tom + Olly
Monique
The Gentlemen
LZ7
Guvna B
Tea Tent:
For those who prefer a slightly more laid-back peaceful atmosphere the Tea Tent situated in the beautiful tiered gardens behind Wiston house allows you to be serenaded while you enjoy your picnic or a cream tea.
Stuart Townend
Portsmouth Citadel Band
Philippa Hanna
The Kings Chamber Orchestra
Lou Fellingham
The Kings Chamber Orchestra
Jonathan Veira
Graham Kendrick
BCDO iTunes Promotion
iTunes UK have launched a new promotion working with both Christian record labels and the UK's Big Church Day Out event that has the potential to dramatically increase the profile of Christian music in the UK. The Big Church Day Out iTunes Page offers albums from the big name artists appearing at this year's event on May 28th and 29th, and will feature two exclusive free offers.Available from now until May 26th, the iTunes page is giving away a free download of Tim Hughes's latest single 'Counting On Your Name'. Then from May 27th to June 13th the page will offer a free six-track EP, featuring headliners from this - and previous years' - Big Church Day Out events: Hillsong UNITED, Matt Redman, Chris Tomlin, David Crowder Band, Newsboys and TobyMac.
Please visit www.itunes.com/bcdo and www.BigChurchDayOut.com
Visit LTTM next week for a full write-up of the weekend, including exclusive photos...
