Make a Joyful Song with Us! Chancel Choir
Does music make your worship experience more meaningful? Are you moved to be more joyful, more loving, or more grateful after hearing a beautiful anthem? Do you wonder what keeps that large group of people who sit at the front of the sanctuary motivated week after week? Consider joining St. Luke’s Chancel Choir this fall. Singers of a variety of skill levels are welcome—we have a seat and music folder for each of you! You’ll find yourself in a group of dedicated, passionate musicians and a community committed to mission and fellowship.
Get acquainted with the Chancel Choir by attending one or both of these events: Chancel Choir Open House (social time and rehearsal): Thursday, September 11, 7:30-9PM, and In-Choir-ing Coffee, Thursday, Sept. 18, 6:45PM. Child care is provided upon request.
Interested or questions? Contact Bob Bahr, choir president, (846-6390 or bobbahr@indy.rr.com), or Mark Squire, Director of Music Ministries, 846 3404 or squirem@stlukesumc.com).
Make a Joyful Sound!
If you are a singer (or would like to renew your interest in singing), but can't quite make the commitment to the rigorous schedule of the Chancel Choir, Joyful Sound may be just the thing for you! We are a small group (25) of energetic people who sing twice each month (second and fourth Sundays) at St. Luke's 8:15AM service. We also perform for several music outreach events each year, and gather for fellowship on special occasions. Our director is St. Luke's organist Charles Manning. We meet each Thursday to rehearse for one hour, at 6:30PM, September through May. No audition required—just a willingness to share your talent and have fun. Contact Charles at manningc@stlukesumc.com or 846-3404 if you would like more information. We welcome you to check us out at 6:30PM on Thursday, September 11, upstairs in E208. See you then!
Fall Retreat Focus: Christmas Concert Repertoire
Fall is an exciting time in the life of the Chancel Choir, when choir members waste no time diving into the music of the beloved Christmas season. Preparation for the church’s annual Christmas Concert begin with the choir’s fall retreat on Saturday, October 4, 8:30AM-3PM. If you’ve thought about
joining the choir but are not ready to make a year-long commitment,
consider becoming a member through December,
beginning with the fall retreat. There’s always room for another joyful voice in the loft! Interested or questions? Contact
Bob Bahr (846-6390 or bobbahr@indy.rr.com), or Mark
Squire (846-3404 or squirem@stlukesumc.com).
Internationally Acclaimed Musicians to Perform
On Sunday, October 19, at 5PM, the duo of Stephen Nielson and
Ovid Young will present a concert at St. Luke’s. Their repertoire
of both classical and sacred music includes works for
solo piano, organ, and duo pianos.
For 30 years, they have performed
around the world and have long been considered to be the “gold
standard” for inspiring music. These
two performers, through their music and their faith, are sure to touch the
hearts of all ages. Tickets ($10) are
available from the Music Department
office. Proceeds from the concert
will go toward the Interfaith
Hunger Initiative. Nielson & Young
will participate in all three morning Sanctuary services at St. Luke’s on
October 19 as well.
St. Luke's Orchestra First Rusty Musician Sunday
Have you been sitting in the pew listening to the St. Luke's Orchestra and saying to yourself, “I wish I could play with that orchestra, but it’s been years since I played my instrument . . . not since high school . . .” Now is the time to dust off the instrument, (the one that has been in your basement for the past 20 years), work on your technique and join the Orchestra for a special Rusty Musician day on Thanksgiving Sunday, November 23. We promise to give you the music early,
pair you up with a regular player and find extra rehearsal time so you can be part of the thrilling Sunday morning experience.
If you have questions or want to let us know that
you want to be part of this special Sunday, send an email to Bob Zehr at rdzehr@oakhillmansion.com.
Save the Date!
World-renowned singer Wintley Phipps will be featured at Sanctuary worship services on Sunday, November 23, and
present an inspiring concert that afternoon at 4PM. Phipps
has been a featured vocalist at numerous venues, including
the Crystal Cathedral, and his singing of “Amazing Grace”
has been extremely popular on YouTube. The concert is free
and open to the public; an offering will be received to support
Phipps’ ministry The US Dream Academy.
