Oh, Freedom
Songs of struggles for a better life while facing slavery, facism and border crossings.
Songs of struggles for a better life while facing slavery, facism and border crossings.
While hymns might not be strictly necessary for our survival, a beloved hymn can offer grace in times of sorrow, courage in times of fear, and joy in times of celebration. As we say goodbye to the tumultuous year of 2018, we will sing some of the hymns that bring us hope, courage, and joy.
This service will feature a selection of songs picked individually by each of the Wholly Rollers, with an introduction by the Roller who recalled this particular song from their musical history. Most, or perhaps all, will be new songs to the Rollers, trying to expand our “appeal”. It should make for an interesting social hour. … Continue reading Songs From our Memories
“Annual Music Service” Who, what, and why do we search? What are we looking for? And when we think we have found “it,” what do we do with it? How can we come to terms with our natural inclination to form attachments and the inevitable suffering (and joys!) that come with these bonds? In a service of music, … Continue reading Seeking and Guarding
We will sing hymns identified by congregants as particularly meaningful and hear stories about what makes certain hymns so special. This will be a service rich in singing, sharing and exploring the mystery of music and how music has helped us let go of what needed letting go.
Come join us for this calm and meditative service with singing in the style of Taizé. The service will offer a time to feel spiritual community for anyone ready to let go of the busy-ness of the season or for whom Christmas is complicated or not a part of their religious tradition. Please enter the … Continue reading Balm for the Soul
Music has a remarkable power to acknowledge our deepest agonies, to carry us through our grief, and to connect us viscerally to the hope we need to carry on. Come be surrounded and filled by music intended to heal your soul and expand your heart as we collectively witness to the sorrows of this world. … Continue reading The Healing Power of Music