Thomas Carlyle called music “the speech of angels:” Tolstoy said
it was ” the shorthand of emotion.” Longfellow labeled it the
“universal language of mankind.”
Call it what you prefer, but at St. John’s music magnifies the
presence of the Holy Spirit during worship, helping us to
celebrate and appreciate God’s love as individuals and
collectively as a congregation.
At 9:00 am, our choir performs a variety of choral works, hymns
that reflect the scripture readings of the season and occasional
sacred anthems, providing the essence of our high worship
service.
If you want to sway or tap your feet a little more, then try the
sound of music at our 11:30 service. It’s different than what you
hear at our earlier services. The voices are backed by the music
of piano, drums, guitars and flute. It has more of a contemporary
flair, but without sacrificing the integrity of the liturgy.
There are 16 singers and musicians currently serving at this
service, and there is room for more.
The Celebration Singers currently rehearse on Thursdays at 6:30
pm.
The 8 a.m. service is a more contemplative service and the music
is more limited than it is at our other services.
But if you ever wanted to be a cantor, well, now is your chance.
If you have some singing skills and want to develop them, this a
wonderful opportunity. The music is very accessible, and you
don’t need to have the talent of an American Idol finalist to
participate and sing to the Lord.
The handbells have been ringing beautifully at St. John’s for
more than a decade. The Choir plays at least once each month,
enriching our 9:00 service and special events.
We have a full compliment of ringers, but there is a need for
substitutes. If interested, please contact Steven Johnson.
