I had the opportunity to go to three different Christmas Concert programs this weekend at three different Churches. I love music; and combined with the glorious sounds of Christmas and festive decorations, the concerts were absolutely enjoyable.
My favorite moments were when the music led me to experience worship in the presence of God. I do wonder sometimes if that is a glimpse of what it will be like in Heaven.
Great music always makes me wish that I were able to have the gift to be able to sing or play an instrument that beautifully. My favorite instrument is the organ. To be able to listen to a master organist on that grand instrument is amazing. I would've loved to hear Bach play; and because he composed all his music for the glory of God, he is one of my favorite composers.
Friday's Christmas program at my Church was nice. It had a good message; and I had a chance to serve by running the projector during the message and the singing.
Saturday's program was the best. The music director was in his 30th year of conducting Christmas programs at that Church; and it was noticeable. The orchestra played and the choir sang in harmony. The music was glorious and grand; and the musicians were talented. The message was interesting, utilizing the words of well-known Christmas hymns; and there was a variety of music - traditional, gospel, jazz, contemporary; orchestra, organ, handbells; adult, children, soloists, ensembles..... it was great!
Sunday's program at my old church was nice also. I miss hearing the organ, orchestra, and choir on Sundays. Richard Unfried is one of my favorite organists and I've always loved his recitals. What stood out for me in the program, was the reminder when showing scenes from the Nativity movie, that God does sometimes speak in the "gentle whisper", like that of a child born in a humble manger. Also, that He watches over us to reassure us when we are in His will, despite difficult circumstances. I'm sure that Mary and Joseph must have had so many doubts as they travelled to Bethlehem, and then were unable to find a place to stay, and then had to give birth in a manger. But, what a reassurance it must have been to have so many visitors, such as the shepherds, and the wise men bearing gifts, showing them that this was no ordinary child. That's the scene that I always enjoyed at the EV Free Christmas program, the re-enactment of the Nativity Scene, when all the characters who came to visit baby Jesus, would all together kneel down to worship. They didn't do that scene yesterday; but, they showed the similar scene from the Nativity movie. It didn't quite have the same impact, though. Still, it was a good program, and a nice celebration of our Savior's Birth.
Monday, December 22, 2008
Christmas Concerts
I had the opportunity to go to three different Christmas Concert programs this weekend at three different Churches. I love music; and combined with the glorious sounds of Christmas and festive decorations, the concerts were absolutely enjoyable.
My favorite moments were when the music led me to experience worship in the presence of God. I do wonder sometimes if that is a glimpse of what it will be like in Heaven.
Great music always makes me wish that I were able to have the gift to be able to sing or play an instrument that beautifully. My favorite instrument is the organ. To be able to listen to a master organist on that grand instrument is amazing. I would've loved to hear Bach play; and because he composed all his music for the glory of God, he is one of my favorite composers.
Friday's Christmas program at my Church was nice. It had a good message; and I had a chance to serve by running the projector during the message and the singing.
Saturday's program was the best. The music director was in his 30th year of conducting Christmas programs at that Church; and it was noticeable. The orchestra played and the choir sang in harmony. The music was glorious and grand; and the musicians were talented. The message was interesting, utilizing the words of well-known Christmas hymns; and there was a variety of music - traditional, gospel, jazz, contemporary; orchestra, organ, handbells; adult, children, soloists, ensembles..... it was great!
Sunday's program at my old church was nice also. I miss hearing the organ, orchestra, and choir on Sundays. Richard Unfried is one of my favorite organists and I've always loved his recitals. What stood out for me in the program, was the reminder when showing scenes from the Nativity movie, that God does sometimes speak in the "gentle whisper", like that of a child born in a humble manger. Also, that He watches over us to reassure us when we are in His will, despite difficult circumstances. I'm sure that Mary and Joseph must have had so many doubts as they travelled to Bethlehem, and then were unable to find a place to stay, and then had to give birth in a manger. But, what a reassurance it must have been to have so many visitors, such as the shepherds, and the wise men bearing gifts, showing them that this was no ordinary child. That's the scene that I always enjoyed at the EV Free Christmas program, the re-enactment of the Nativity Scene, when all the characters who came to visit baby Jesus, would all together kneel down to worship. They didn't do that scene yesterday; but, they showed the similar scene from the Nativity movie. It didn't quite have the same impact, though. Still, it was a good program, and a nice celebration of our Savior's Birth.
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