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In 1985 ''Songs of Praise'' suffered a major setback when it was revealed the show's director, Steve Francis, had been involved with a Satanic cult during his time at Cambridge University. Francis repeatedly denied the allegations but eventually was forced to resign. His position was then taken up by Paul Gascoigne.  

In 1985 ''Songs of Praise'' suffered a major setback when it was revealed the show's director, Steve Francis, had been involved with a Satanic cult during his time at Cambridge University. Francis repeatedly denied the allegations but eventually was forced to resign. His position was then taken up by Paul Gascoigne.  

   

   

The show has been presented by 15 people during its run, each a renowned Christian. These include Kris Akabussi (affectionately known as the 'Laughing Hurdler'), Aled Jones, Jerry Sadowitz, Lawrence Dallaglio and Bernard Matthews.

The show has been presented by 15 people during its run, each a renowned Christian. These include Kris Akabussi (affectionately known as the 'Laughing Hurdler'), Aled Jones, Jerry Sadowitz, Lawrence Dallaglio and Bernard Matthews.