The Queen was the special guest for a special Songs of Praise episode marking a Christian charity's milestone.
The programme, due to be aired on Sunday, commemorates the 150 years of the Scripture Union.
Wearing a fuchsia ensemble, the Queen joined a congregation of friends and supporters of the organisation to mark its work encouraging children and young people to explore their faith.
The pre-recorded event, hosted by singer Katherine Jenkins, featured readings by Baroness Floella Benjamin.
Queen Elizabeth II (right) attending the Scripture Union's 150th anniversary service of celebration, at St Mary's Church in London, as a special guest for a Songs of Praise episode marking the Christian charity's milestone which will be aired on Sunday.
The Queen, who has a strong faith which she often reflects upon in her annual Christmas address to the nation and Commonwealth, sat at the head of the congregation.
The Rev Tim Hastie-Smith, national director of the Scripture Union, said: "It was absolutely brilliant the Queen was able to join us, the fact that she found the time to be with us this afternoon, with a whole load of children and people celebrating God's love, is an incredible thrill."
Songs of Praise airs on BBC One, on Sunday 14 at 4.30pm.
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