Editor’s note: This press release has been corrected and reprinted, using the appropriate dates for the concerts. Thank you, to those who alerted the Editor to the wrong dates.
The Emmanuel Church of Morrison’s “Voices of Praise” cordially invites the area to celebrate with them as they present EVOP’s 18th annual Christmas cantata, the high-energy “Joy! Unspeakable Joy!” The concerts will be presented in three services: Friday, December 19, at 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, December 20, at 3:00 p.m.; Sunday, December 21, at 7:00 p.m.
A free shuttle bus will be provided for one hour prior to and following all three performances. This bus will pick up from Ebenezer Reformed Church’s parking lot, two blocks south of Emmanuel’s campus, dropping you off at the curb in front of Emmanuel. This convenient service will aid in your parking ease.
No tickets are needed for this 70-minute concert; A free-will offering will be received. All ages are welcome, and the church is handicapped accessible. A fellowship hour will follow all performances, hosted by the women of Emmanuel.
Voices of Praise is so excited to be singing with the strength of 93 voices, it’s largest group in its 18-year history! Singers join members of Emmanuel’s Sanctuary Choir, coming from over 20 churches–with some traveling over 100 miles to be a part of this outreach group. Emmanuel’s platform will be filled with singers who will energetically present the most beloved Christmas music with carols: ” Joy to the World,” “The First Noel,” “What Child is This,” “Angels We Have Heard on High,” and others. Also, worship songs like “Jesus; Is He Worthy “and Cece Winan’s “That’s My King” invite audience participation–as the entire sanctuary is filled with song and worship. Full of passionate and exciting music, this extraordinary collection provides all the meaningful and dynamic moments you will need to create your Christmas celebration this year.
Voices of Praise hopes that its music will encourage us in our Christian walk, while also pushing all to go out and spread the good news. As you listen, there will be times when some of you will want to clap your hands or tap your feet. Others of you will simply smile, and many, at some point, will have tears in their eyes.
Director Rich Criss and Pam Muur will be featured soloists, and Dennis Boeck will provide the narration.
For more information, please contact the church office at 815-772-3890.