RAYMOND — Raymond Village Community Church Pastor Nancy Foran and RVCC Music Director Patrick Martin invite everyone to a fusion of creative worship and choral music at the RVCC Palm Sunday Service, Sunday, April 14, 10 a.m. at the church, 27 Main St.
The service; “Passion Sunday with Palms,” begins with the story of Jesus’ triumphal procession into Jerusalem and ends with his trial, scourging and death — a powerful prelude to the joy of Easter Sunday. The story is told through readings, visuals and the music of the “sensitive and beautiful” choral work; “Requiem Aeternam”, by English composer John Rutter, performed by the RVCC Choir and a variety of guest singers.
“I am so fortunate to be able to collaborate with someone with Patrick’s energy, passion, and musical talent,” said Foran. “Not to mention his contacts in the regional music community. For both Palm Sunday and Easter, he is augmenting our choir with a number of excellent local singers, and the results will be amazing!”
“This is the sort of service that will be deeply significant to both churchgoing people and to those who appreciate really meaningful choral music.”
The service will last approximately an hour.
The Palm Sunday collaboration will be followed by a candlelight Tenebrae (“Shadows”) service at 7 p.m. on Maundy Thursday, April 18. and a 10 a.m. Easter celebration service, Sunday, April 21. The church will also be open to everyone for quiet meditation and reflection on Good Friday, April 19 between noon and 3 p.m.
For more information, email Foran at nancy1@maine.rr.com, or call the church at 207-655-7749.
