October 30, 2024

Spread your joy in loving music, and embrace all those experiences where music can connect us with spirit. Consider “Singing through the Century” as a centenary celebration activity. Reach out to neighbours and help commemorate the hundredth anniversary of the United Church of Canada. Consider sharing music for each decade, or perhaps a quarter century. You might make a single event of it, or find a series of e ents works best. Perhaps pair with clothing and foods of the era. Music is a timeless gift. Apply for a centenary grant. What other groups can you join with to share the work and increase the celebrating and reaching neighbours? What are you thinking about for Advent and Christmas? Could you do an ecumenical music event inviting all the community to get involved? Maybe you want to do a simple hymn sing and together increase invitation to more neighbours.  Perhaps a talent show is in order. Perhaps explore different celebrations. Some communities of faith invite people to bring in their creches for a special event. Consider connecting with local multi-faith and multi-cultural groups to share music around the world, perhaps with foods from around the world as well. Feed your musical appetite.