Linda played the guitar while the children led the whole congregation in singing Away in a Manger.
The culmination of the service was everyone singing Silent Night. I know I wasn't the only one who didn't have a dry eye when on the third verse Linda stopped playing the piano, and we sang a cappella. It was beautiful.
And that's how music should affect us, to open our hearts and enrich our lives. Thank you so much, Linda, choir, and children. And Rev. Michael Carter also, who had simple and inspiring words for us that Sunday.
I'm sharing this line-up with Sepia Saturday this week...that choir was 15 strong, all lined up, plus a pianist/leader!
SEPIA SATURDAY 400 : 6 January 2018
FAMILY GROUPS : LINES OF CHILDREN : HATS : HEIGHTS
Today's Quote:
"The job of the poet (a job which can't be
learned) consists of placing those objects of the visible world which have
become invisible due to the glue of habit, in an unusual position which strikes
the soul and gives them a tragic force." French poet and film director Jean Cocte
Excellent photo idea.
ReplyDeleteThese photos and post bring to mind my mother, who was a church and school choir director during her working life and early retirement. Lovely setting and photos!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Barb! Lovely.
ReplyDeleteA perfect choice! And Silent Night is always best when sung in a simple arrangement. The original German lyrics are better too I think, using a more natural rhythm.
ReplyDeleteLovely Grouping And Your Place of Worship looks inviting.
ReplyDeleteMusic - lined up or not - makes the world go round! Nice photos!
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