Joel Raney’s Love! A Gospel Christmas Celebration will be performed on Sunday, December 22 at 9:30 am and 11 am.

This gospel-flavored musical reflects on the promise of peace delivered by the angels on the night of Jesus’ birth. An original composition, “Love Is Born” is used as musical bookends: Its theme is briefly stated in the second movement and then returns in full-blown gospel style at the end to provide an emotion filled climax. In between, the Christmas story is told through scriptural narration and familiar carols set in a variety of styles ranging from jazz to gospel to calypso. For more info regarding any of the groups/choirs, please contact Sophie.