Busy weekend of awesome praising through music!
Sat Family Fun Fest with 3 bands sharing their music
Sun- great music at 10:00 and at Sanctuary1010
Sun afternoon-music at Pastor Hudson's installation
Thank You God for all these opportunities to share the message of Your Love!
Music Set at 10:00
Theme- 2nd commandment (we are in a summer series going through the 10 commandments)
You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God
You You are God- From Gateway Worship (First time for this song for us, and it went very well, the choir seemed to enjoy singing it and picked up on it quickly which is always a good sign that the congregation will like it too- I, alto, was leading this one, so we did it in A which was a good key, I just sang c's rather than low a's on the melody on the verse to keep it from getting to low)
You are Holy/Prince of Peace (I am now really hearing the men sing out on their part on this one. I'd like to find more songs that we can break into parts like this- any ideas?)
Your Name- Paul Baloche (we've been doing this song for quite some time, I haven't been sure that it has been connecting with our band and choir, but today proved me wrong- beautiful!)
Psalm 19/May the Words of My Mouth- Terry Butler-1995 (this is a favorite at Immanuel- if you have never heard it before, check it out, it's a very simple but worshipful song using the text of Psalm 19)
offering- Heaven is My Home- new melody arrangement of the old hymn by me ( one of our guitar players asked that we do this song and dedicate it to a young father who had recently passed away)
Closing - Blessed be Your Name
Notes:
no sound guy today, so we had to go with the unmanned smaller system, which was very limiting and a little frustrating, but all worked out okay. We have two great pre-college sound guys who volunteer week after week, but we need to train more people to fill in. Anyone out there?? we need Yoooou!!
Music at Sanctuary1010
Don's band played at Sanctuary, I got to hear them for the first time at Family Fun Fest on Sat they sounded great! Check out their service plan and song choices here at plannning center
Check out even more Sunday set lists here at FredMcKinnon's blog where 70 or so churches from around the world post each week
Monday, June 29, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Music for Sunday June 14th
What a weekend of mixed emotions!
Yesterday (sat), I was honored to be a part of a worship conference that Nathan Fisher, www.leadgracefully.com put on at our church. There was a great turn out of people from the LCMS Northern Illinois District, out to find out more about 'tapping the depths of our liturgical heritage in the midst of a postmodern culture'. What a great day!
Today (Sun) we had to say good by to one of our Pastors. Pastor Dan Hudson has been with us for 6 years and is now headed off to plant a church in Manhattan... Manhattan, Illinois in case you're wondering. He was a huge part of these first six years of our second-site, Sanctuary1010. Thank you for everything Pastor Hudson, and blessings on the journey ahead!
Speaking of Sanctuary1010-
check out the worship flow and music choices for this Sunday at Sanctuary here at planningcenteronline. I'm so amazed at Nathan's abilities to rewrite and rearrange hymns as well as liturgical elements of a worship. Super talented guy! Hopefully he will have some recordings out soon!
Music over at 10:00-
Pre-service-
All to your Glory- this Sunday's worship leader, Phil wrote this great song
Call to Worship-
What the Lord Has Done in Me by Reuben Morgan ( We had two baptisms this morning, and I like using this song on baptism Sunday...we usually do vs1 vs1 chorus before the baptism and then the last 2 verses, chorus and vs1 as the families are going back to their seats. We could play this whole song a cappella the congregation sings out so much. Nice.)
Songs of Praise
You are Worthy of My Praise -in G ( this worked nicely thematically as the theme of the service was following Jesus, here, however is another example of a song that's hard for an alto girl, like me to lead in G, due to the chorus staying on the D note for so long. thanks for taking the reigns on this one Phil!)
Everlasting God - in G ( okay I know this is probably way too low in the verse, capo 3 as 'the directions' say is just too high for me to lead, hanging out on the C and D during the chorus, my voice doesn't have a very good leadership quality up there. Anyway, we'll try it in A next time, the church seems to really like this song)
Offering-
May the words- (another original song, this time by our electric guitar player Frank, who wrote it, dedicated to Pastor H- very nice)
Closing
Jesus All for Jesus by Robin Mark ( a great sending song)
Notes:
Awesome part of the day, was seeing so many members of the jr high and high school youth group come up to the front to join the choir in singing the Songs of Praise in the middle of the service. What a great show of appreciation to Pastor. Also great was hearing the original offerings of music by our musicians. Not everyone is a songwriter, but we are certainly blessed with some great ones here at Immanuel and Sanctuary. Thanks everyone!
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check out worship set lists from around the world here at Fred McKinnon's blog. really interesting stuff!
Yesterday (sat), I was honored to be a part of a worship conference that Nathan Fisher, www.leadgracefully.com put on at our church. There was a great turn out of people from the LCMS Northern Illinois District, out to find out more about 'tapping the depths of our liturgical heritage in the midst of a postmodern culture'. What a great day!
Today (Sun) we had to say good by to one of our Pastors. Pastor Dan Hudson has been with us for 6 years and is now headed off to plant a church in Manhattan... Manhattan, Illinois in case you're wondering. He was a huge part of these first six years of our second-site, Sanctuary1010. Thank you for everything Pastor Hudson, and blessings on the journey ahead!
Speaking of Sanctuary1010-
check out the worship flow and music choices for this Sunday at Sanctuary here at planningcenteronline. I'm so amazed at Nathan's abilities to rewrite and rearrange hymns as well as liturgical elements of a worship. Super talented guy! Hopefully he will have some recordings out soon!
Music over at 10:00-
Pre-service-
All to your Glory- this Sunday's worship leader, Phil wrote this great song
Call to Worship-
What the Lord Has Done in Me by Reuben Morgan ( We had two baptisms this morning, and I like using this song on baptism Sunday...we usually do vs1 vs1 chorus before the baptism and then the last 2 verses, chorus and vs1 as the families are going back to their seats. We could play this whole song a cappella the congregation sings out so much. Nice.)
Songs of Praise
You are Worthy of My Praise -in G ( this worked nicely thematically as the theme of the service was following Jesus, here, however is another example of a song that's hard for an alto girl, like me to lead in G, due to the chorus staying on the D note for so long. thanks for taking the reigns on this one Phil!)
Everlasting God - in G ( okay I know this is probably way too low in the verse, capo 3 as 'the directions' say is just too high for me to lead, hanging out on the C and D during the chorus, my voice doesn't have a very good leadership quality up there. Anyway, we'll try it in A next time, the church seems to really like this song)
Offering-
May the words- (another original song, this time by our electric guitar player Frank, who wrote it, dedicated to Pastor H- very nice)
Closing
Jesus All for Jesus by Robin Mark ( a great sending song)
Notes:
Awesome part of the day, was seeing so many members of the jr high and high school youth group come up to the front to join the choir in singing the Songs of Praise in the middle of the service. What a great show of appreciation to Pastor. Also great was hearing the original offerings of music by our musicians. Not everyone is a songwriter, but we are certainly blessed with some great ones here at Immanuel and Sanctuary. Thanks everyone!
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check out worship set lists from around the world here at Fred McKinnon's blog. really interesting stuff!
Monday, June 8, 2009
Music for Sunday June 7th
Trinity Sunday this past weekend and Pastor Hudson's last Sunday at Sanctuary :(
I was at Sanctuary with a band we pulled together- thanks Joel, Dustin, Mia and Byron! Good times, great sound!
Music at Sanctuary1010
The theme of the service was based on Isaiah 6 "here I am send me" the amazing part was, that text being so perfect as a theme text for Pastor Hudson's last Sunday at Sanctuary, is actually part of the lectionary for the day. We modeled the service after Isaiah 6:1-8, and it was very, very nice
you should check here at planning center for the details of the service!
Songs used:
You are Holy,Lord God Almighty (a chorus I wrote that works well interspersed with scripture, the chorus is also a counter melody to the first line of the hymn "holy, holy, holy" and works well to have a background singer come in on that)
Holy, Holy, Holy (the hymn)
Righteous Desire ( a great new song by my friend Mia Koehne, the people really sang along with this one- her cd with this song on it will be coming out soon, more info can be found at her website on that)
Not to Us- Chris Tomlin in G (this key worked well for us, thanks Joel for making it happen!)
To the Ends of the Earth in G (a favorite of mine, the congregation really sings out on, although I have had mixed reviews on this from other musicians. wondering why? great song for me)
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Music at 10:00
pre
sing to the King
opening
Our God Saves- Paul Baloche -in C (one of the very few 'contemporary' songs that mentions the Trinity.)
Holy Holy holy -in C
after absolution
Holy holy Holy -in C modulating to D (nice arrangement from a book from Break forth/Arlen Salte
offering- Glorify Thy Name (yes, that old one..."father we love you, we worship and adore you, glorify thy name in all the earth" )
communion
How Deep the Father's Love for Us -in E
Here I am to Worship- in E
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check out other worship set lists from around the world here at Fred McKinnon's worship set list blog carnival- good stuff!
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Question- Does anyone know of any other contemporary worship songs or hymns that include mention of the Holy Trinity? time to start writing!
I was at Sanctuary with a band we pulled together- thanks Joel, Dustin, Mia and Byron! Good times, great sound!
Music at Sanctuary1010
The theme of the service was based on Isaiah 6 "here I am send me" the amazing part was, that text being so perfect as a theme text for Pastor Hudson's last Sunday at Sanctuary, is actually part of the lectionary for the day. We modeled the service after Isaiah 6:1-8, and it was very, very nice
you should check here at planning center for the details of the service!
Songs used:
You are Holy,Lord God Almighty (a chorus I wrote that works well interspersed with scripture, the chorus is also a counter melody to the first line of the hymn "holy, holy, holy" and works well to have a background singer come in on that)
Holy, Holy, Holy (the hymn)
Righteous Desire ( a great new song by my friend Mia Koehne, the people really sang along with this one- her cd with this song on it will be coming out soon, more info can be found at her website on that)
Not to Us- Chris Tomlin in G (this key worked well for us, thanks Joel for making it happen!)
To the Ends of the Earth in G (a favorite of mine, the congregation really sings out on, although I have had mixed reviews on this from other musicians. wondering why? great song for me)
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Music at 10:00
pre
sing to the King
opening
Our God Saves- Paul Baloche -in C (one of the very few 'contemporary' songs that mentions the Trinity.)
Holy Holy holy -in C
after absolution
Holy holy Holy -in C modulating to D (nice arrangement from a book from Break forth/Arlen Salte
offering- Glorify Thy Name (yes, that old one..."father we love you, we worship and adore you, glorify thy name in all the earth" )
communion
How Deep the Father's Love for Us -in E
Here I am to Worship- in E
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check out other worship set lists from around the world here at Fred McKinnon's worship set list blog carnival- good stuff!
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Question- Does anyone know of any other contemporary worship songs or hymns that include mention of the Holy Trinity? time to start writing!
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Upcoming Good Suff!
IMMANUEL/SANCTUARY MUSIC JUNE 2009
Hello! I wanted to update you on a few of the music opportunities happening in and around Immanuel over the next 3 months. Let me know if you would like to be involved in any way. Also, please share with me any other ideas you might have for fellowship and/or outreach!
One thing I want to highlight this month, is the worship conference led by Nathan Fisher on Sat June 13th from 9am-3pm.
This would be a great conference for any of you to attend, especially if you would like to find out more about worship planning and leading in the emerging/postmodern context, as well as finding out a little more about the what/why/how we do what we do at Sanctuary1010.
At the conference there will be a mock Sanctuary worship service, along with a panel discussion. There will also be time for fellowship with other music and church leaders from the area. In the afternoon there will be some breakout sessions, each one highlighting an area of emerging worship planning.
I really encourage you all to join us. Please let me know if you would like me to sign you up, or you can go to Nathan's website, to RSVP to him. the deadline to sign up is June 8th (not June 1st as it says on the website). the sooner the better however, so we can plan accordingly.
Click here for Nathan's website
The registration is $20, but please let me know if this is prohibitive for you, and we will pick up the fee.
If your unable to attend and would prefer to volunteer in some way, there are a couple of opportunities to do so, again, let me know if you would like to help.
Immanuel Family Fun Fest- Saturday June 27th-11am-3pm
I am looking for a band/s, you may be in, or who you may know, who would like to play a set of music at our Family Fun Fest, which is held on the Saturday of Heritage Fest. The music should be fun and family friendly,
Let me know, if you or your band would like to perform that day, (time slots are open at this point!)
Update: One group has signed up! another is thinking about it. we are only missing YOUR group!
We will also need 1 or 2 people to help set up equipment and run sound that day. Let me know if that's you!
Cornerstone Music Festival- June 29th-July 4th
http://www.cornerstonefestival.com/
Once again, I am threatening to attend this christian music festival, for just one day, all day.
If you would like to join me and a few others for a trek to Bushnell, Illinois. Let me know.
Update: if I go, it will be on Wednesday July 1st, let me know of your interest!
Immanuel Vacation Bible School July 13th-17th 9am-1145am
Drop your kids off for fun, and stay to help out with the music. Come one day or all 5, we always love to have all sorts of singers and instrumentalists join us as we lead the kids in praise and worship through out the week. There is a place for you!
Update: we've got a good group started- YAY! but we still could use you!
PS: Do you have or know of kids who would like to attend this fun filled week? Click HERE for more info and a registration form
National Worship Leaders Conference- July 20-23rd Leawood, Kansas
This looks like a great conference, that I would love to go and take you all with me! Free it is not... :( I'm still dreaming about going myself, and if not this year, maybe next. Check out the details here, and let me know of your interest
http://www.nationalworshipleaderconference.com/
update- this is still out of my reach financially, but a great looking conference none the less! Can't make it to this one? come to the LeadGracefully conference for an absolute fraction of the cost. (june 13th 9am-3pm at Immanuel)
Sing Praise Choir Camp- August 3-7th 1-4pm- a choir camp for 3rd -8th graders
Sing Praise Choir Camp is an excellent opportunity for 3rd- 8th graders to meet new friends, grow in their knowledge and abilities in singing, and become more confident and comfortable performing and on stage, all in a comfortable christian atmosphere.
Director Ellen Prohl has been involved in, and leading and teaching children's music for over 20 years and has enjoyed directing contemporary and children's music ministries at Immanuel for the last 12 years.
Last year, Janice McCrimmon and I led the first year of this camp, and it was a great success!
If you know any kids who might like to attend, hand em' a registration form. You can find more info or print off a form Here
Concerts, Concerts, Concerts
With the summer festivals almost upon us, there are numerous places to catch a free show! Let's get together! Shoot me an email, when you find something good, and I will spread the word
Musicians, musicians, musicians
The summer is a great time to invite new musicians into your band/group! Also, If you have an interest in playing or singing in a group this summer, let me know, and I will set up a time to meet with you, see where your skills and gifts are, and get you plugged in. Do you know someone who plays an instrument or sings, and needs a church home? Invite em! 9 out of 10 times they will be honored that you asked and say "yes!"
Praise God for all these awesome opportunities to serve Him!
Looking forward to hearing from you! And thank you to all of you who have already expressed interest in the above!
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