Another beautiful anthem by this morning's choir!
the Benediction and blessing
This was a day when the power and presence of the Holy Spirit -- the Comforter -- was greatly felt within our congregation and much of that was the result of the incredible music experiences.
Our unusual initial call to worship was the choir singing "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord" from Godspell. The congregation joined in, with gusto!
The second congregational hymn, It is Well with My Soul, is a favorite and this congregation takes it truly to heart. The last verse, sung by everyone acapella, was one more instance of the Holy Spirit moving through our hearts and this place.
We were treated to a special full-choir offertory this morning -- A Time for Peace.
This morning's anthem was clearly the capstone of a musically enriching worship service.
The Coming of Hope -- the sermon for the First Sunday in Advent.
The Offertory - Angels We Have Heard on High
This morning's anthem -- Follow the Star
The choir's anthem this morning was beautiful. Special thanks to Jason Fishburn, who directed this morning in the absence of Director Dan Tryon, and to Alice Ok, who accompanied.
We continue our sermon series with a discussion of God's perfect holiness.
