Jon-Philip Olson, Director of Music and Worship Arts 255-2131 x234
Way to go Grace!
We did it. We were able, through generous donations
above tithes, to replace the Carillon unit. It has more
features and is easier to program at half the cost of pre-
vious quotes from other manufacturers. The new unit
is totally digital with no moving parts. It has features
like being able to call people to church and then play a
festive peal (several bells of different notes “change”
ringing) of bells after the benediction. It can play up to
four hymns at any time of day, but is currently programmed to play at noon and 6:00
PM. It also has been programmed to strike Westminster Chimes and then the hour
from 9:00 AM until 6:00 PM. It can also be used at both weddings and funerals with a
remote control. Future options include live playing, tying into the organ, adding to the
computer network for remote operation, and cell phone remote programming. I have already heard nothing but praise
from the neighborhood. Members and non-members alike have said how much peace and comfort it brings to them.
This Sunday, listen for the call to worship bell and the peal after church and know that we have continued the outreach
and mission of Grace with another 40 years worth of chimes.
A special thanks to the two anonymous donors that made this happen!
Speaking of bells….
A special thanks rings out to the Grace Chimers. Moving to Wednesdays at 6:00 PM has doubled the bell choir. We
are still in need of more ringers. If you are interested, let me know. We could use one more bass bell specialist. Way
to go!
Soloist singers and instrumentalists are always needed for Saturday Night Vespers and 8:00 AM Sunday morning ser-
vices. A sign up sheet is located in the office. Questions? Call Jon.
Jon-Philip Olson