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Music – Choir

At present, our choir is made up of 25 enthusiastic members in the usual SATB (soprano-alto-tenor-bass) manner. We rehearse every Thursday night during the fall, winter and spring, and sing throughout the entire year. Our repertoire consists of the latest contemporary Christian music, as well as the traditional anthems of the past. We have several exceptional soloists whose talents are greatly appreciated. From time to time, guest artists perform with our choir, adding a further dynamic to our worship.

Lunchtime Music in Advent and Lent
These mini-concerts were started in 2000 with organists from neighboring churches coming to George Street each Thursday in Advent from 12:15 - 12:45. The repertoire is in the “hands” of the visiting soloists. The admission charge requested is foodstuff or financial donations which are forwarded to a local food bank. In Lent, the series moves to various churches in our city so we can hear the other fine organs in Peterborough.

The Candlelight Carol Service
The culmination of our choral year lies with our Candlelight Carol Service – a tradition since the 1950s. A week or two before Christmas, the church lights are dimmed and the windows glimmer with real candles. This service is now designed in a "Lessons and Carol" format, where various readings, not all Biblical, are presented and carols and anthems are chosen to reflect the words. It is a moving experience.


 
Worship Services

Sundays 10 am

Located at the corner of
George & McDonnel Streets
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Upcoming Events

Spiritual Practices:  Pathways to the Mystery of God
Exploring Different Spiritual Practices and Paths     
Wednesday evenings    7:30 - 9:00 p.m.    More...

Celebration of the Eucharist:  every first and third Sunday at 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.   All are invited to join us in the sanctuary chapel.  This service is a quiet, gentle way to begin your Sunday morning, whether in preparation for the 10:00 a.m. service or just by itself.  Led by the Rev. Meredith Hill.

Sunday, September 12th - Rally Sunday - 175th Luncheon

November 6th - To Be Or Not To Be   Exploring end of life issues from ethical, legislative & personal perspectives.
A one day conference featuring Dr. Brian Goldman, MD; Host of CBC's "White Coat - Black Art" radio series. Dr. Goldman will be our keynote speaker and facilitator.
Speakers:  Dr. J. Beamish, Palliative Care Specialist; L. Rubinoff, Ph.D., Ethics Consultant Long Term Care PRHC; Karen Ptolemy-Stam, Minister, George Street United Church.
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February 2011 - Spirituality and Global Justice - An Awareness Trip to Jamaica
A Joint Project of George Street United Church and Jamaican Self-Help
With leadership from both organizations, participants will set out to deepen both their spiritual awareness and their understanding of global justice work.
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