19 Dec 2025, 13:19Adina Lupu, Jared Nietcho; edited by SM CommunicationsGlasgow, Glasgow City, Scotland, United Kingdom
Glasgow Adventist Gospel Choir Raises Funds for Beatson Cancer Charity at Central Station
Bringing music and hope to Glasgow Central Station, the Glasgow Adventist Gospel Choir performed Christmas carols to raise funds for the Beatson Cancer Charity, engaging commuters, spreading festive cheer, and supporting cancer patients.
On Saturday, 13 December, the Glasgow Adventist Gospel Choir (GAGC) brought music and hope to one of the UK’s busiest transport hubs, Glasgow Central Station, performing to raise funds for the Beatson Cancer Charity*. The choir, whose ministry is dedicated to supporting the charity, has organised a series of fundraising initiatives throughout 2025, with this concert being one of the highlights.
The choir’s lively performance drew the attention of numerous commuters, many of whom paused to listen, joined in singing, and generously contributed to collection baskets placed nearby. The programme featured a selection of carefully chosen Christmas carols, meticulously prepared and directed by Maestro Samuel Santos, creating a festive and uplifting atmosphere in the heart of the station.
Adding a special highlight to the event was guest soloist Serena Santos, who travelled from Portugal to perform. Her heartfelt rendition of “Mary, Did You Know” moved listeners and resonated with passengers across the station.
Since its inception 18 months ago, the choir has focused on “reaching the community in ways that meet current needs,” according to one of the coordinators of their outreach initiatives. The coordinator highlighted the growing pressure on health services, noting that a large number of individuals and families impacted by cancer do not receive all the support they need. Through its fundraising events in 2025, the choir has aimed to “bring relief to as many people as possible, making the concept of love an action” by supporting some of the most disadvantaged, particularly those living in rural areas who face challenges in accessing treatment.
This marks the second consecutive year that GAGC has performed for Beatson Cancer Charity at Glasgow Central Station, following a successful partnership in 2024. Through these outreach initiatives, the choir also uses the Advent season to share the Gospel message with the wider community, spreading joy, compassion, and hope through song.
Pastor Claudiu Popescu stressed that genuine community engagement makes people more receptive to the church’s mission and the gospel message. "When people in the community begin to see, sense and experience that we care about them, with no strings attached, their perspective about who we are changes." He also added that focusing on a few things and doing them well is far more meaningful than doing many things halfway. “It’s not about how many, how big, or how much. It’s about making an impact,” he concluded.
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Beatson Cancer Charity is the second largest charity of its kind in the UK; its main area of support services being located in Glasgow City.The charity provides a comprehensive range of wellbeing services such as massage, reflexology, podiatry, wig fitting and befriending to name a few. They also offer specialist services in the form of assisting individuals to get back to work after cancer, enabling employers to develop best practice approaches when supporting employees with cancer, providing benefits entitlement guidance or supporting individuals to manage stress and anxiety. The staff and volunteers offer one to one or group support through the grieving process and help those affected to understand what happens when a person they love dies.Bringing music and hope to Glasgow Central Station, the Glasgow Adventist Gospel Choir performed Christmas carols to raise funds for the Beatson Cancer Charity, engaging commuters, spreading festive cheer, and supporting cancer patients.
On Saturday, 13 December, the Glasgow Adventist Gospel Choir (GAGC) brought music and hope to one of the UK’s busiest transport hubs, Glasgow Central Station, performing to raise funds for the Beatson Cancer Charity*. The choir, whose ministry is dedicated to supporting the charity, has organised a series of fundraising initiatives throughout 2025, with this concert being one of the highlights.
The choir’s lively performance drew the attention of numerous commuters, many of whom paused to listen, joined in singing, and generously contributed to collection baskets placed nearby. The programme featured a selection of carefully chosen Christmas carols, meticulously prepared and directed by Maestro Samuel Santos, creating a festive and uplifting atmosphere in the heart of the station.
Adding a special highlight to the event was guest soloist Serena Santos, who travelled from Portugal to perform. Her heartfelt rendition of “Mary, Did You Know” moved listeners and resonated with passengers across the station.
Since its inception 18 months ago, the choir has focused on “reaching the community in ways that meet current needs,” according to one of the coordinators of their outreach initiatives. The coordinator highlighted the growing pressure on health services, noting that a large number of individuals and families impacted by cancer do not receive all the support they need. Through its fundraising events in 2025, the choir has aimed to “bring relief to as many people as possible, making the concept of love an action” by supporting some of the most disadvantaged, particularly those living in rural areas who face challenges in accessing treatment.
This marks the second consecutive year that GAGC has performed for Beatson Cancer Charity at Glasgow Central Station, following a successful partnership in 2024. Through these outreach initiatives, the choir also uses the Advent season to share the Gospel message with the wider community, spreading joy, compassion, and hope through song.
Pastor Claudiu Popescu stressed that genuine community engagement makes people more receptive to the church’s mission and the gospel message. "When people in the community begin to see, sense and experience that we care about them, with no strings attached, their perspective about who we are changes." He also added that focusing on a few things and doing them well is far more meaningful than doing many things halfway. “It’s not about how many, how big, or how much. It’s about making an impact,” he concluded.
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Beatson Cancer Charity is the second largest charity of its kind in the UK; its main area of support services being located in Glasgow City.The charity provides a comprehensive range of wellbeing services such as massage, reflexology, podiatry, wig fitting and befriending to name a few. They also offer specialist services in the form of assisting individuals to get back to work after cancer, enabling employers to develop best practice approaches when supporting employees with cancer, providing benefits entitlement guidance or supporting individuals to manage stress and anxiety. The staff and volunteers offer one to one or group support through the grieving process and help those affected to understand what happens when a person they love dies.
