Upon entering the sanctuary, center yourself for worship with the calming tones of "Chant de Paix" (Song of Peace) by contemporary French composer Jean Langlais. During the Offertory, the Chancel Choir offers an exuberant setting of the spiritual "Wade in the Water" by Bruce Trinkley. A grand fugue, the final movement from Felix Mendelssohn's "Organ Sonata No. 2 in C Minor," closes worship on a joyous note of blessed abundance.
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Sunday morning worship begins with an invocation to the Spirit of Abundance in "We Pray Now to the Holy Spirit," a German chorale tune set by Baroque composer Dietrich Buxtehude. The Chancel Choir ponders the question "How Can I Keep from Singing?" in an elegant arrangement of this American folk song by Timothy Shaw. Lastly, a riveting and brief toccata concludes worship in another selection by Dietrich Buxtehude, whose works greatly influenced composers such as J.S. Bach and Handel.
Plymouth's ensembles begin a new program year with musical offerings at this week's Jubilee Sunday services!
Together we celebrate the spiritual dimensions of music in worship with the Chancel Choir and Plymouth Ringers in the hymn-anthem "When in Our Music God Is Glorified" arranged by Hal Hopson. Plymouth's newest ensemble Kids Will Sing! offers a youthful perspective on song in worship during the Time with Children space. Led by Liz McGrew, this marks the beginning of a youth music ministry we hope to expand upon and experience in worship for years to come. From the organ, a call to worship resounds in Peter Hurford's "Paean" (a term based on the Greek word for a song of praise.) The service concludes with a triumphant setting of the 15th century Latin hymn "Deo Gracias" (translated as "Thanks (be) to God") by Healey Willan. Two selections from Mozart's "Sonata in A Major, K. 305" will be offered this Sunday morning. Presented by violinist Amy Welsh, a spirit of relentless optimism and hope pervades these delightful excerpts. From the organ, the Hubert Parry composed tune "Jerusalem" is offered in a suitably regal setting from Charles Callahan. The text "O Day of Peace" by notable hymn writer Carl Daw Jr. is most associated with this hymn. Perhaps the quintessential hymn of peace of the late 20th century, the writer further clarifies his message: "Although this hymn affirms that peace is always God’s gift, it also recognizes the importance of human responsibility in preparing an environment in which peace can flourish.” O day of peace that dimly shines
through all our hopes and prayers and dreams, guide us to justice, truth, and love, delivered from our selfish schemes. May swords of hate fall from our hands, our hearts from envy find release, till by God’s grace our warring world shall see Christ’s promised reign of peace. - from "O Day of Peace" by Carl Daw Jr. The Plymouth Ringers come out of summer hiatus to offer joyful rings and a bell peal or two. You will be invited to join us as well! Come to worship and find out how.
And if you wish to learn more about our beautiful Schumerich handbells, join us in the chancel after worship for a casual and brief hands-on "Handbell Encounter" with members of the Plymouth Ringers! From the organ, two contemporary settings of well-known hymn tunes will be presented: a delightful arrangement of "All Things Bright and Beautiful" by Emma Lou Diemer and a brisk toccata by Charles Callahan on "Ode to Joy." The Summer Choir offers its final anthem this season with a setting of the popular South African tune "Siyahamba" in "We Are Singing, for the Lord Is Our Light" by Hal Hopson. We'd love for you to join us, all are welcome! Rehearsal begins at 9:15 a.m.
From the organ, a "Soliloquy" by David Conte begins worship so named for the lovely solo flute melody that weaves in and out throughout the work. John Rutter's "Toccata in 7" closes the service with a joyous excursion into the 7/4 time signature. Music from the American songbook, with a touch of The Beatles, will be offered in outdoor worship this Sunday at Rolland Moore Park. Join us as we all together now take a second shot at this annual tradition this summer, God willing :)
Guitarist/vocalist Bill DeMarco, vocalist Lucas Jackson, vocalist (and Christian Formation Director!) Brooklyn McBride, bassist Peter Strening, violinist Harmony Tucker and drummer Nick McCulloch join us. Hope to see you there! The Summer Choir sings of the spirit in "Come, Gracious Spirit," an 18th century text set to the English folk tune "Danby" by Alfred Fedak. Feel free to join us in the chancel to help prepare this lovely anthem. Rehearsal begins at 9:15 a.m. All are welcome!
From the piano, the hypnotic figurations of minimalist composer Philip Glass' "Opening from 'Glassworks'" leads those gathering into a time of prayer and reflection. The service closes with an organ setting of the Welsh hymn tune "Hyfrydol" set in the grand English cathedral style from composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. This Sunday we glorify God in song with the annual summer hymn sing!
During worship, we will ask you to select the congregational hymns from The New Century Hymnal. Come to worship with a few of your favorite Songs of the Church in mind and perhaps we'll sing them! The organ offers five chorale preludes from across the centuries. At the Prelude, three concise settings of well-known German hymn tunes set by Max Reger greet you in the sanctuary. During the Offertory, a playful Baroque interpretation of "Now Thank We All Our God" by Georg Friedrich Kauffmann will be heard. At the Postlude, a stately fughetta (a short fugue) on the hymn "When in Our Music God Is Glorified" by Richard Proulx brings worship to a majestic close. Soil of God, you and I, stand ready to bear This Sunday we present a service in the "eclectic style" typically offered during the academic year at 9:00 a.m. Resident ukulelist Stuart Yoshida, bassist Peter Strening, violinist Harmony Tucker and I share selections inspired by the American and Celtic folk traditions. Come join us as we together sing songs of growth and life-giving stewardship.
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