Music & Liturgy Notes

March 8

Second Sunday in Lent

In John’s Gospel, appointed for today, we read of Jesus’ well known discourse with Nicodemus including the words “God so loved the world that he gave his only Son…” Today, Christ Church Choir will sing a setting of these words by Bob Chilcott.

Chilcott, has been described as “a contemporary hero of British Choral Music”, and has become one of the most widely performed composers and arrangers of choral music in the world. He has a large catalogue of works published by Oxford University Press which reflects his broad range in musical styles and his skill to writing music that is both singable and communicative.

He has been involved in choral music most of his life beginning as a chorister and then a choral scholar in the choir of King's College, Cambridge, and between 1985 and 1997 was a member of the British vocal group The King's Singers for whom he made a number of popular arrangements of well-known songs from all genres. He has been a full time composer since 1997. His very relaxed and accessible style has earned him the admiration of music listeners, not just in Britain and the US, but throughout the world.

Jubilation Choir

The Jubilation Choir is open to boys and girls 5th grade through high school. The choir performs on Youth Sundays and special services during the program year. The choir rehearses after the 10:00 am service from 11:15 to noon in the choir room. Schola Cantorum also invites those interested to learn to play our set of hand chimes and other instruments while developing musicianship skills.

Pastor Jill Williams'
Final Sunday is November 1

We are happy to announce that Pastor Jill has accepted a new call as a priest in charge of another parish in the diocese! Since joining Christ Church as the Curate back in February, Pastor Jill has helped lead regular services as well as helped to coordinate a variety of Outreach activities--in addition to her outstanding social media ministry on Facebook! Although we are sad to say goodbye, we are also very aware of the blessing that Pastor Jill will be in her new parish.

In the Footsteps of Bach:
Germany Tour 2020

Children's Service

JOY worship runs all year long! Sunday service and eucharist perfect for children ages infant-5yrs. Come be part of the fun from 9:15-9:45AM.

Adult Choir

Do you love to sing? Please consider joining our choir and participating in a vital ministry. The choir musically leads our services each Sunday at 10 am. The choir’s repertoire includes great masterpieces from our Anglican tradition as well as beloved classics along with spirituals and contemporary choral works. We have openings for all voice parts.

Youth African Drumming

Youth of all ages are welcome to join the African Drumming Troupe. The Youth African Drumming Troupe performs on the first Sunday of every month. This group is led by Marlene Whittemore Pillow directly following Sunday School on the first Sunday of the month, in one of the lower level classrooms. Bring your drum if you have one. All are welcome!