December 27, 2009

Folks - This Sunday will be my final one leading worship at Peace. I'll play at the Wednesday Evening service and New Years Day service, but this is my final Sunday with the whole congregation. I ask for your prayers; it will no doubt be an emotional day. As was the case for last year, the music for the final Sunday will be some of the theme songs we've used over the course of the year. These are some of my favorites. I'd do "Jesus, You Make All Things New!" again but, alas, it was from 2008. It has been a great pleasure and joy to worship Christ with you and to grow in the skills of musicianship. I will miss you. - E.T.

Ensemble: TRIO
Eric (Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)
Josh B. (Drums)
Tom (B. Guitar)

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Gathering Song - "Change It Up" (G)
Opening Songs:
- "We Are Transformed" (C)
- "Let Love Rule" (C)
Offering Song - "We Will Know The Lord" (G)
Closing Song - "Go With God" (D)

P.S. - Good stuff here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bocDpFVhyDw

December 20, 2009

Hey - Here's the line-up and set list for this week. I'm very much looking forward to worshipping with you all. See you Thursday! - E.T.

Ensemble: FULL
Alex (E. Guitar)
Alyssa (Keyboard)
Charlie (B. Guitar) Welcome, Charlie!
Connie (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)
Josh B. (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Kristen (A. Guitar)
Missy (Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song: "Still Haven't Found/Open The Eyes..." (E)
Opening Songs:
- "Amazing Grace (Peaceful Easy Feelin')" (D)
- "He Is Coming!" (Am)
Communion Songs:
- "Here I Am To Worship" (D) (Eric)
- "All In All" (D)
- "Revelation Song" (D) (Back by popular demand!)
Closing Song - "We Will Dance" (D)

P.S. - This is a wonderfully simple and altogether passionate worship song. Enjoy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZfsxydxEXA

December 13, 2009

Hey - Regular stuff below. Stay warm! - E.T.

Ensemble: DOVE
Amy (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh B. (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Lynea (Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar)

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Gathering Song - "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" (Em)
Opening Songs:
- "Sing A Song" (C)
- "He Is Coming!" (Am)
Offering Song - "Surrender" (G)
Closing Song - "Lord Reign In Me" (C)

P.S. - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOOs-MqDOI0 - I really like this song for many reasons. It's peculiar, a classic, got a really great rhythm, and who can resist a name like Gordon Lightfoot. Enjoy!

December 6, 2009

Hey - See below for all the regular info. - E.T.

Ensemble: EAGLE
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)
Josh B. (Drums)
Josh C. (Percussion)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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(Choral Anthem for Gathering Song)
Opening Songs:
- "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" (Em)
- "Awesome God" (Em)
- "He Is Coming!" (Am)
Communion Songs:
- "Refiner's Fire" (D) (Eric)
- "Nothing (But The Blood)" (D)
- "Revelation Song" (D) (Please review this video to get a sense and feel for the song: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FObjd5wrgZ8)
- "Surrender" (D)
Closing Song - "I Will Call Upon The Lord" (D)

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COMING UP: VERY FULL
December 20th
Alex (E. Guitar)
Alyssa (Keyboard)
Amy (Voice)
Charlie (B. Guitar) Welcome, Charlie!
Connie (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)
Josh C. (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Kristen (A. Guitar)
Missy (Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

Let me know if you won't be able to sing/play that Sunday (and the Thursday before).

P.S. - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rpa-THiJJYY This is not a funny or generally enjoyable clip as I normally post. Today...the music of death in honor of the four police officers who fell on Sunday morning.

November 29, 2009

Hey guys - I'll be leading worship by myself this week (and December 27th). I hope that'll free up your schedules to spend more time with your family during the holidays. All the same, here's the music for this Sunday.

Ensemble: ALBATROSS
Eric (Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)

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Opening Songs:
- "Oh Come, Oh Come, Emmanuel" (Em)
- "Lord, I Lift Your Name On High" (G)
- "He Is Coming!" (A)
Offering Song - "Prepare The Way" (C)
Closing Song - "Step By Step" (G)

P.S. - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpSZN1aRBSs (For all you bass players...)

P.P.S. - To help you schedule things for December, here are the rosters for this month. At this point they're preliminary; please get back to me if i've put you down for a date that doesn't work for you. Otherwise i'll post them as usual.

December 6
Ensemble: EAGLE
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh B. (Drums)
Josh C. (Percussion)
Tom (B. Guitar)

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December 13
Ensemble: DOVE
Eric (A. Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh B. (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Lynea (Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar)

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December 20
Ensemble: FULL
Alex (E. Guitar)
Alyssa (Keyboard)
Amy (Voice)
Charlie (B. Guitar) Welcome, Charlie!
Connie (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)
Josh C. (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Kristen (A. Guitar)
Missy (Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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December 27
Ensemble: ALBATROSS
Eric (Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)

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Hope you're all quite well - E.T.

November 22, 2009

Hey everyone - Very well done on Sunday! Thanks for being so flexible in light of those last-minute emergencies we all know can (and do!) happen. See below for all the regular info. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask! Be sure to read the post-scripts (P.S.) at the bottom. See you soon -E.T.

Ensemble: FULL
Eric (A. Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh C. (Drums)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song: "Shout To The North" (G)
Opening Songs:
- "Forever" (G)
- "We Will Know The Lord" (G)
Offering Song - "Shout To The Lord" (A)
Closing Song - "Enough" (G)

P.S. - I wanted to publicly apologize for not making it to CMS last weekend. It is not beyond the realm of possibility that some of you are disappointed with me. Some of you may even be frustrated/upset over my absence. I'm not going to give reasons, try and make excuses, or any of that; I want to simply say i'm sorry. I hope that those of you who did go can share your experiences with me. I want to hear about the things you learned, the ways you were encouraged, challenged, etc.

P.P.S. - I appreciate everyone trying doubly hard to get to church on time for rehearsals Thursday night and Sunday before worship. Please remember that we want to begin rehearsing at 6:30 (and 10:30 on Sundays). Please arrive before-hand so that you are able to set-up, plug-in, tune, and do whatever else is necessary to be ready when the time comes. If the adult bible study is still in session when you arrive on Sunday, feel free to go ahead and enter the Sanctuary to set-up, but please be quiet and respectful of their fellowship, especially when they are in prayer.

P.P.P.S. - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FWf7GEX65Sw

November 15, 2009

Revision - The choir will be singing an anthem in place of the Gathering Song.

Hey - A day early! See you guys on Thursday - E.T.

Ensemble: FULL
Alyssa (Keyboard, Voice)
Connie (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh Cole (Drums)
Lynea (Voice) - ?
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Opening Songs:
- "Change It Up" (G)
- "We Will Know The Lord" (G)
Communion Songs:
- "Just As I Am, Without One Plea" (D) (Eric)
- "Humble Thyself" (Em)
- "Give Thanks" (D)
- "Take My Life (Holiness)" (D/G?) - I think D sounds alright...thoughts?
Closing Song - "Your Love, Oh Lord" (E)

P.S. - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FObjd5wrgZ8 (I've been enjoying this video for a couple days. Something we might think of doing in the future.)

November 8, 2009

Hey everyone - Hope you're all doing quite well. See below for this week's roster and line-up. Be sure to look at the bottom for the roster for the 22nd which is presently designated as FULL. See you soon -E.T.

Ensemble: DOVE
Alyssa (Keyboard, Voice)
Amy (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Josh B. (Drums)
Lynea (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song: "My Redeemer Lives" (E)
Opening Songs:
- "Youyr Grace Is Enough" (G)
- "Change It Up" (G)
- "TBD" (?) New Theme Song!
Offering Song - "I Lift My Eyes Up" (C)
Closing Song - "In Christ Alone" (D)

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COMING UP:

November 22nd
Ensemble: FULL
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh C. (Drums)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

If you're unable to play/sing on that date (and the Thursday before) please let me know.

P.S. - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueuA-9pqRok

November 1, 2009

Hey - My apologies for getting this up so late; i've been wrestling with the music all day, truly. See below for all the regular info. You'll notice i've changed the designation from EAGLE to FULL in light of some absences this weekend. We welcome Amy Munson into the musical community...excellent. - E.T.

Ensemble: FULL
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Amy (Voice) (Welcome, Amy!)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Josh B. (Drums)
Lynea (Voice)
Michael (B. Guitar) (Welcome, Michael!)

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Gathering Song – "Our God Saves" (D) (A popular song, but new for us. Check this out to get a feel for it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUMn9H7T-yA)
Opening Songs:
- "Open The Eyes Of My Heart" (E)
- "Sanctuary" (C)
- "Spirit of the Living God" (D)
Communion Songs:
- "Without You" (D) (Eric)
- "There Is None Like You" (G)
- "Jesus, Name Above All Names" (C)
- "O God, We Call To Thee" (Em) New Song! - Simple
Closing Song - "God Of Wonders" (G)

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COMING UP:
November 15th

Ensemble: FULL
Alyssa (Keyboard, Voice)
Connie (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, E. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (A. Guitar)
Josh Cole (Drums)
Lynea (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

Let me know if you won't be able to sing that Sunday (and the Thursday before).

P.S. - Love it! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkkHz8xq7lE (I think I shared this a few months ago, but it's worth watching again.)

October 25, 2009

Hey guys - See below for all the regular stuff. Please note there won't be a Gathering Song as the Choir will lead us in singing "Lift High The Cross". Looking forward to seeing you Thursday! - E.T.


Ensemble: FULL
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Alyssa (Keyboard, Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (B. Guitar)
Josh C. (Drums)
Kristen (A. Guitar, Voice)
Missy (Voice)
Wendie (Voice)


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Opening Songs:
- "Come, Now Is The Time To Worship" (D)
- "Heart Of Worship" (D)
- "Glorify Thy Name" (C)
Offering Song - "Mighty To Save" (G)
Closing Song - "You Are Holy (Prince of Peace)" (G)


P.S. - Always something new and wonderful from YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOrpcCNXHl0

October 18, 2009

Hello everyone - Nothing out of the ordinary this week. See below, and see you Thursday - E.T.

Ensemble: FULL
Alyssa (Voice)
Connie (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, E. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh Cole (Drums) (Welcome, Josh!)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Tom (B. Guitar)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Your Love Is Amazing" (G)
Opening Songs:
- "You Are Worthy Of My Praise (I Will Worship) (G)
- "How Great Is Our God" (A)
Communion Songs:
- "Holy and Anointed One" (G) (Eric)
- "Breathe" (G)
- "We Fall Down" (G)
- "Father, I Adore You" (D)
Closing Song - "Jesus, You Make All Things New!" (C)


New calendars are available for October, November, and December. Pick them up at rehearsal or grab them out of my box in the mail room at church!

P.S. - Here's a fun clip from YouTube. Some say that Henson got the idea for this particular species when he drove through Coos Bay, Oregon, where I grew up: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbXzpoH6m2c

October 11, 2009

I totally forgot that we have a Choral Anthem on Sunday. That will replace the Gathering Song. I'll remove the "Name" Medley from the Offering so we have an additional song to sing. Please see below for the revised song layout. Thanks - E.T.

Hey everyone - Hope you're all doing quite well. See below for this week's roster and line-up. Be sure to look at the bottom for the roster for the 25th which is presently designated as FULL. See you soon -E.T.

Ensemble: DOVE
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Josh B. (Drums)
Kristen (A. Guitar)
Lynea (Voice)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Opening Songs:
- "Holy Is The Lord" (G)
- "Jesus, You Make All Things New" (C)
- "Here I Am To Worship" (D)
Offering Song - "All Creatures of Our God and King" (D)
Closing Song - "Days of Elijah" (Bb - Capo 3 - G Shape)

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COMING UP:

October 25th (Reformation Day)
Ensemble: FULL
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Alyssa (Keyboard, Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (B. Guitar)
Josh C. (Drums)
Kristen (A. Guitar, Voice)
Missy (Voice)

If you're unable to play/sing on that date (and the Thursday before) please let me know.

P.S. - We'll be doing "I Will Rise" by Chris Tomlin in the future, you can take a peek at the arrangement we'll be doing (minus the chamber orchestra, of course) here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zf7t3P9ISrE

October 4, 2009

Hey - See below for all the regular info. See (even further) below for the line-up for October 18th. I'll be out of town this weekend; i've been invited to lead worship at Let Justice Roll, a justice/social issue retreat held at Holden Village. Please pray for me; i'll be praying for all of you. I'll leave all of the music and copies of the master bulletin in my box. Please note that you'll be playing the first verse of "In Christ Alone" for the Song of Praise; easy stuff. If there are any questions, don't hesitate to e-mail. See you next week. - E.T.

Ensemble: EAGLE
Alex (E. Guitar, A. Guitar, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh B. (Drums)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Lord Of All" (Gm - Capo 3/Em Shape)
Opening Songs:
- "He Reigns" (G)
- "Give Us Clean Hands" (G)
Communion Songs:
- "Once Again" (E - Capo 2/D Shape) (Alex)
- "All In All" (D)
- "Let Us Break Bread Together" (D)
Closing Song - "Blessed Be Your Name" (E)

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COMING UP:

October 18th
Ensemble: FULL
Alyssa (Keyboard, Voice)
Connie (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, E. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (B. Guitar)
Josh Cole (Drums) (Welcome, Josh!)
Missy (Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

If you're unable to play/sing on that date (and the Thursday before) please let me know.

P.S. - Something special from the digital universe: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueWVV_GnRIA

Hey everyone - Hope you're all doing quite well. See below for this week's roster and line-up. Below that are a few items of business, please give them your attention. Thanks.

Ensemble: FULL

Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)

Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)

Josh (Drums)

Kristen (A. Guitar, Voice)

Lynea(Voice)

Margaret (Keyboard)

Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Your Love Is So Amazing" (E)
Opening Songs:
- "Rock Of Ages" (G)
- "Let It Rise" (D)
- "Go With God" (D)
- "He Is Lord" (D)
Offering Song - TBD
Closing Song - "We Will Dance" (D)

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In last week's post I mentioned the formation of a "Worship Music Advisory Team" (complicated name, simple task). That team has been formed and will meet on Thursday, November 26th. The team will meet on the Thursday before a fifth Sunday. There will be no regular worship team rehearsal in light of the 5th Sunday being led by the Youth Worship Team. As there are so many who are interested in serving on this team, the members may rotate as there are only so many meetings a year. The members for this go-around are myself, Tom, Missy, Wendie, and a congregational member yet to be determined. Here's how you can support this team:

- Pray for us as we begin to prepare for our meeting in November.
- Make suggestions to any member regarding songs you think we should add (or subtract) from our repetoire.
- Provide actual music (recordings or lead sheets/music) for the team to review when they meet.

The function of this team is to review the active repetoire of the Worship Team and add or subtract music as is appropriate. In addition, we will learn new music (or re-learn old tunes) together and thereby further diversify our "arsenal" of worship songs for Sunday. If you have any questions about this team, please contact me.

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This Friday is the early bird deadline for the CMS conference at Overlake in November. You can find out more information here: http://www.christianmusiciansummit.com/templates/cuscms/details.asp?id=32393&PID=428374

This will be a tremendous opportunity for growth and one you will not want to miss. If you'd like to go please notify me ASAP. Payement for early bird registration will be due no later than rehearsal on Thursday. If 5 or more of us sign up before Friday it will cost $114.00 per person. Click on the "REGISTER" link on the website to see the price chart. I hope many/most of you will be able to make it. I am personally thrilled to see my main man, Doyle Dykes!

See you Thursday! - E.T.

P.S. - This is rather unique, and awesome: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0LtUX_6IXY

September 20, 2009

My apologies - I forgot that the Adult Choir will be singing this Sunday. Their anthem will take the place of the Gathering Song. I've made the appropriate change below. Thanks for being flexible.

Hey everyone - See below for all the regular stuff, and please read all the way at the bottom for an important development in our ministry together.



Ensemble: FULL
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh (Drums)
Lynea (Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Opening Songs:
- "Everlasting God" (A)
- "Go With God" (D)
Communion Songs:
- "Let My Words Be Few" (G) (Eric)
- "The Wonderful Cross" (D)
- "Above All" (A)
- "This Is The Gift of God" (E)
Closing Song - "Lord, Reign In Me" (C)

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In an effort to diversify our musical repertoire I am proposing that we form a "Worship Music Advisory Team". This Team, formed out of members of the worship team and congregation, will work with me (I like that part) in selecting music for future use in our worship at Peace. Beyond simply choosing the music, they'll also learn it together and help in teaching it to other members of the Worship Team. This will also help to bring back some of the older songs that I am not familiar with but have been used in the past. I foresee the team meeting once every three to four months to go over new music (heard on the radio, new albums, etc.) and make recommendations in what music we can add and/or remove from our active repertoire. If you'd like to serve on this team, please let me know. - E.T.

Hey everyone - Hope you're all doing quite well. See below for this week's roster and line-up. Be sure to look at the bottom for the roster for the 27th which is presently designated as FULL.

As youth group has been moved to Sunday evenings and the youth worship team will be leading worship as a part of the youth program i've taken them off of the "ordinary" rotation. They'll go back to leading worship (on Sunday morning) on Youth Sundays (fifth Sundays). I'll have revised versions of the September and October Worship Team calendars this Thursday at rehearsal. You can also get them out of my mailbox at church anytime. See you soon -E.T.

Ensemble: DOVE
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Josh (Djembe)
Kathy (Voice)
Lynea (Voice)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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I won't have the set list figured out until tomorrow; Pastor Paul and I are working on it as we try to pull together an all-kid-friendly worship service that will feature Sunday School songs. Nothing you guys won't be able to handle. This coming Sunday is Rally Day and we'll have both worship services outside so long as the weather will allow. It looks good so far.

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COMING UP:

September 27th
Ensemble: FULL
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Josh (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Kristen (A. Guitar, Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

If you're unable to play/sing on that date (and the Thursday before) please let me know.

Hey - See below for all the regular info. See (even further) below for the line-up for the 20th. Hope you're all well - E.T.

Ensemble: EAGLE
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh (Drums)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Still Haven't Found/Open The Eyes Of My Heart" (E)
Opening Songs:
- "Amazing Grace (Peaceful Easy Feelin')" (D)
- "Go With God" (?) New Theme Song
Communion Songs:
- "As The Deer" (C) (Eric)
- "Nothing (But The Blood)" (D)
- "Beautiful Savior" (D)
Closing Song - "Step By Step" (G)

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COMING UP:

September 20th
Ensemble: FULL
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

If you're unable to play/sing on that date (and the Thursday before) please let me know.

As we get into September and I look into the coming months it'd be helpful to know if there are weekends any of you will be out of town and unable to play. I want to make sure you all have a chance to get "on the stage" at least once a month; it's quite difficult with so many of you with a heart to offer your worship to God in this special way. Knowing your schedules ahead of time will help me greatly. Thanks.

August 23, '09

Hey - I'm taking this week off. Will be nice to have a bit of a break. Tom will be walking you through the songs come Thursday night; nothing out of the ordinary...I know you guys will be awesome!

Ensemble: FULL
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Kristen (A. Guitar, Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "He Is Exalted" (F)
Opening Songs:
- "Lord, I Lift Your Name On High" (G)
- "Better Is One Day" (E)
- "More Love, More Power" (Em)
Offering Song - "Shout to the Lord" (A)
Closing Song - "My Life Is In You, Lord" (G)

Good luck this week! See you all quite soon - E.T.

August 16, '09

Hey - Hope you're all doing well. See below for the normal instructions. I will be taking a vacation next week (9/18-9/23 or somewhere in there). Not sure where i'm going yet; i've only recently eliminated Hawaii as a possible destination. Please pray for me as I decide where to go and figure out what place/space would be best for me. I'll post the music for worship on the 23rd this week.

Ensemble: FULL
Connie (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Josh (Drums)
Kristen (A. Guitar, Voice)
Lynea (Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Your Grace Is Enough" (G)
Opening Songs:
- "Enough" (G)
- "We Are Transformed" (C)
Communion Songs:
- "Change My Heart, O God" (C) (Eric)
- "Pass It On" (C)
- "Hungry" (C)
- "Refiner's Fire" (D)
Closing Song - "Forever" (G)

See (some of you) Thursday! - E.T.

P.S. - Here's a special video from YouTube. If you like films or film music I am certain you'll enjoy this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wjfa_BHMk3Q

August 9, '09

Hey everyone - Hope you're all doing quite well. See below for this week's roster and line-up. Be sure to look at the bottom for the roster for the 23rd which is presently designated as FULL. I'll have the September and October Worship Team calendars this Thursday at rehearsal. You can also get them out of my mailbox at church anytime after this weekend. See you soon -E.T.

Ensemble: DOVE
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Josh (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Lynea (Voice)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Meet With Me" (A)
Opening Songs:
- "Sing A Song" (C) New Song!
- "We Are Transformed" (C)
- "Amazing Love (You Are My King)" (D)
Offering Song - "I Can Only Imagine" (E)
Closing Song - "How Can I Keep From Singing?" (G)

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COMING UP:

August 23rd
Ensemble: FULL
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Kristen (A. Guitar, Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

If you're unable to play/sing on that date (and the Thursday before) please let me know.

P.S. - Something fun from YouTube and one of my most favorite romantic comedies: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBjRznETGEQ

August 2, '09

Hey - This week we're down to a trio...I love it! We'll represent the three "Lost Eagles", Don Felder (Alex), Randy Meisner (Tom), and Bernie Leadon (Eric). See below. See (even further) below for the line-up for the 16th. See you soon - E.T.

Ensemble: EAGLE
Alex (A. Guitar, Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Meet With Me" (A)
Opening Songs:
- "Holy Is The Lord" (G)
- "Here I Am To Worship" (D)
Communion Songs:
- "Jesus, Lamb of God" (D) (Eric)
- "All Who Are Thirsty" (D)
- "Draw Me Close" (G)
- "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" (G)
Closing Song - "In The Secret" (G)

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COMING UP:

August 16th
Ensemble: FULL
Connie (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Josh (Drums)
Kathy (Voice)
Kristen (A. Guitar, Voice)
Lynea (Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

If you're unable to play/sing on that date (and the Thursday before) please let me know.

July 26, '09

Hey - In light of so many of our youth attending CreationFest to worship God (and suffer potential dehydration) members of the Adult Team are going to fill in. Thus, we don't have YOUTH or FULL, but YOUTHFUL. Clever, right? See below for the roster and the song list.

Ensemble: YOUTHFUL
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Alyssa (Voice)
Carter (Drums) Welcome, Carter!
Diana (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Come, Now Is The Time To Worship" (D)
Opening Songs:
- "You Are Worthy Of My Praise (I Will Worship) (G)
- "For The Lord Is Good" (A)
- "Give Thanks" (D)
Offering Song - "Mighty To Save" (G)
Closing Song - "Dancing Generation" (D)

If you have any questions or concerns do let me know. See you Thursday @ 6:30. - E.T.

P.S. - Please look at the calendar for August and let me know if you won't be able to sing on a particular Sunday. If you need a copy of the August calendar they are avaialble in my mailbox at church.

P.P.S. - This is one of my most favorite Spanish worship songs of them all. Take notice of the simple beauty of the song, a guitar (Taylor 400 Series), keyboard, voices, and a lead voice. This is something i'd like to do eventually: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YIkpF5DymbM

July 19, '09

Hey - A few folks became unavailable to play this weekend so the line-up has changed since it was posted two weeks ago. See below!

Ensemble: FULL
Alyssa (Keyboard)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Josh (Drums)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Your Love Is So Amazing" (E) - NEW SONG!*
Opening Songs:
- "Change It Up" (G)
- "God of Wonders" (G)
Communion Songs:
- "Heart of Worship" (D) (Eric)
- "Kairos Medley" (D)
- "Draw Me Close" (G)
Closing Songs:
- "Every Move I Make" (G)
- "God Is So Good" (A)

*I'll send out an e-mail with the mp3 and lead sheet for the new song. It's pretty simple, but it'd be great if you all would get comfortable with it before Thursday.

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We will be rehearsing for the parade after rehearsal this Thursday. If you'd like to sing in the parade please be at the church around 7:30. As soon as we're done with music for this coming Sunday we'll move on to the parade music. We'll only prepare about 20 minutes of music as the parade route is very very short, indeed. If you can't make the parade rehearsal but still want to sing with the group on Saturday, show up at the Safeway parking lot (it has been changed from Kohl's) at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday! NOTE: Meet at the SAFEWAY Parking Lot @ 9 on Saturday!

If you have any questions feel free to e-mail. See you all very soon - E.T.

July 12, '09

Hey - See below...

Ensemble: DOVE
Eric (A. Guitar, Keyboard, Voice)
Josh (Percussion)
Lynea (Voice)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "I Will Call Upon The Lord" (D)
Opening Songs:
- "Amazing Grace (Peaceful Easy Feelin')" (D)
- "Open The Eyes Of My Heart" (E)
- "They'll Know We Are Christians" (Em)
Offering Song - "I See You" (E)
Closing Song - "Your Love Is Amazing" (G)

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I've put together a calendar for the next two months (July and August) which have all of the ensembles "locked" into place for the next 9 weeks. While these calendars forecast who's playing in the weeks to come, you must check the blog to make sure you know when you're expected to sing/play/etc. The "FULL" ensemble is not a "set" ensemble, but a group of players pulled from the general "pool" of musicians in the worship team. In other words, "FULL" can mean anyone. This also opens up opportunities for us to try more unique combinations of instruments/voices that we've not tried before. Another reason to check the blog often. The "roster" for the upcoming "FULL" ensemble will be posted two weeks in advance. If you have any questions about this procedure please feel free to e-mail me. We're just trying it out for now and will re-evaluate it come the end of August. If it works well then we'll continue into the fall at which point we'll forecast the entire school year. That should help to overcome some of the scheduling difficulties we've encountered. I hope this is helpful to you.

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The Worship Team has been asked to play music on the church's float for the Covington Days Parade. This is no small deal. The Parade is on July 18th. If you'd like to play in the Parade I need you to e-mail me ASAP and let me know. (I'll include this info in the e-mail coming out this afternoon.) We won't have space on the trailer for everyone, but we'll need enough people to commit to make it worthwhile. We'll also be limited by the amount of power we can draw from the generator. I imagine we'll be able to support 1 Keyboard (w/ amp), a few singers (not sure how much draw 3 or more mics would create - could have many singers sharing mics, of course), and 3 Guitars (w/amps) with the power available. The drums won't take any power, obviously. We'll prepare a 30-minute set; all very familiar and singer-friendly stuff. We'll rehearse that music after rehearsal on the 16th. If you'd like to sing/play in the Parade you must be at that rehearsal. Any questions? I'll send out more info about that as the date approaches. Ok...wow...a lot there. Please watch your inboxes for an e-mail later today.

See you Thursday @ 6:30! - E.T.

July 5, '09

Hey - Two parts to this e-mail: the regular stuff for this coming week and some more business-like stuff down below. So...to begin with...

Ensemble: EAGLE
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar, Voice)
Josh (Drums)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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Gathering Song – "My Redeemer Lives" (E)
Opening Songs:
- "Love the Lord" (G)
- "Let Love Rule" (C)
Communion Songs:
- "Create In Me A Clean Heart" (G)
- "Above All" (A)
- "Without You" (D)
- "Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)" (D)
Closing Song - "Lord Reign In Me" (C)

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I've put together a calendar for the next two months (July and August) which have all of the ensembles "locked" into place for the next 9 weeks. I'll be e-mailing out the calendars (which are presently in Publisher format) this afternoon. You can also pick them up at the church; i've left several copies in my box in the Mail Room. While these calendars forecast who's playing in the weeks to come, you must check the blog to make sure you know when you're expected to sing/play/etc. The "FULL" ensemble is not a "set" ensemble, but a group of players pulled from the general "pool" of musicians in the worship team. In other words, "FULL" can mean anyone. This also opens up opportunities for us to try more unique combinations of instruments/voices that we've not tried before. Another reason to check the blog often. The "roster" for the upcoming "FULL" ensemble will be posted two weeks in advance. For example; "FULL" is playing on July 19th, thus, I will post the line-up at the end of this e-mail.

If you have any questions about this procedure please feel free to e-mail me. We're just trying it out for now and will re-evaluate it come the end of August. If it works well then we'll continue into the fall at which point we'll forecast the entire school year. That should help to overcome some of the scheduling difficulties we've encountered. I hope this is helpful to you.

COMING UP:

July 19th
Ensemble: FULL
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Alyssa (Keyboard)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh (Drums)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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The Worship Team has been asked to play music on the church's float for the Covington Days Parade. This is no small deal. The Parade is on July 18th. If you'd like to play in the Parade I need you to e-mail me ASAP and let me know. (I'll include this info in the e-mail coming out this afternoon.) We won't have space on the trailer for everyone, but we'll need enough people to commit to make it worthwhile. We'll also be limited by the amount of power we can draw from the generator. I imagine we'll be able to support 1 Keyboard (w/ amp), a few singers (not sure how much draw 3 or more mics would create - could have many singers sharing mics, of course), and 3 Guitars (w/amps) with the power available. The drums won't take any power, obviously. We'll prepare a 30-minute set; all very familiar and singer-friendly stuff. We'll rehearse that music after rehearsal on the 16th. If you'd like to sing/play in the Parade you must be at that rehearsal. Any questions? I'll send out more info about that as the date approaches.

Ok...wow...a lot there. Please watch your inboxes for an e-mail later today. See (some of) you Thursday @ 6:30! - E.T.

June 28, '09

Folk - I hope you're all doing quite well. This week we welcome Andrew Potsko, the director of student ministries at Chapel on the Ave., an LCMS outreach ministry on the UW campus. He is a friend to both Pastor Paul and myself and, for as much as I can determine, one of the driving reasons I got into music in the first place. We'll be doing two of his songs, one that i've sung several times at Peace, "Wash My Feet", and a song he recently wrote called "I Am Broken" which he and I will do during the Offering.

Ensemble: DOVE
Eric (Voice, A. Guitar, Piano)
Kathy (Voice)
Lynea (Voice)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (Voice, B. Guitar)
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Gathering Song – "Awesome God" (Em)
Opening Songs:
- "Let The River Flow" (E)
- "Wash My Feet" (F)
- "Let Love Rule" (C)
Offering Song - "I Am Broken" (Bb) (Eric and Andrew)
Closing Song - "You Are Holy (Prince of Peace)" (G)

If you have any questions, do feel free to e-mail, etc. See you Thursday @ 6:30. - E.T.

June 21, '09

Hey - The Youth Worship Team is leading worship this week...very awesome. As a result there will be no rehearsal on Thursday night. See everyone back on the 25th. Check back next week for all the regular info with regard to who is playing, etc.

Ensemble: YOUTH
Alana (Voice)
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Charlie (Drums? Bass?)
Diana (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Kelsey (Voice)
Michael (Bass?)

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I had to move the songs around just a tiny bit. We'll make note of it tomorrow night.

Gathering Song – "Refuge In You" (G)
Opening Songs:
- "Sea Of Faces" (Ab - G Shape on Capo 2)
- "How Great Is Our God" (A)
- "Let Love Rule" (C) (Eric)
Communion Songs:
- "Without You" (D) (Eric) - As everyone goes to receive Communion.
- "Breathe" (G)
- "Surrender" (G)
- "All In All" (D)
Closing Song - "Everybody Praise the Lord" (A)

As always, feel free to e-mail/call/text with any questions or concerns. Hope you're all quite well. - E.T.

June 14, '09

Folk - I hope you're all doing quite well. See below for all the necessary info.

Ensemble: FULL
Alyssa (Voice)
Connie (Voice)
Eric (Voice, A. Guitar, Piano)
Jerry (B. Guitar)
Kristen (Voice, A. Guitar)

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Gathering Song – "Enough" (G)
Opening Songs:
- "Let It Rise" (D)
- "Rock of Ages" (G)
- "Let Love Rule" (C)
Offering Song - "Step By Step" (G)
Closing Song: - "The Doxology" (G)

If you have any questions, do feel free to e-mail, etc. See you Thursday @ 6:30. - E.T.

Folk - Here's the layout for this week:

Ensemble: EAGLE
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar, Voice)
Josh (Drums)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Blessed Be Your Name" (E)
Opening Song:
- "Jesus, You Make All Things New!" (C)
- "Let Love Rule" (C) - NEW THEME SONG! (We'll practice it but Eric will play it solo on Sunday.)
Communion Songs:
- "El Shaddai" - Solo - Wendie
- "This Is the Gift of God" (E)
- "Your Love, Oh Lord" (E)
Closing Song - "We Will Dance" (D)

As always, feel free to e-mail/call/text with any questions or concerns. Hope you're all quite well. - E.T.

P.S. - I apologize for the late post. To make it up, please watch this simply unbelievable cover of a timeless and epic rock song: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-24ADJezk8

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

May 31, '09

Folk - All the regular stuff below. Thanks to those who played on Sunday and were flexible with the last-minute song change. Well done!

Ensemble: FULL
Alyssa (Voice, Keyboard)
Eric (Voice, A. Guitar, Piano)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Josh (Drums)
Lynea (Voice)
Tom (Voice, B. Guitar)

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Gathering Song – "We Will Dance" (D)
Opening Songs:
- "Forever" (G)
- "As The Deer" (D)
- "Humble Thyself" (Em)
Offering Song: Instrumental (Eric)
Closing Song: - "Days of Elijah" (Bb - Capo 3 - G-Shape)

If you have any questions, do feel free to e-mail, etc. See you Thursday @ 6:30. - E.T.

May 24, '09

Folk - Hope you're all doing well. Here's the layout for this week. A simple week....very simple, in fact, with only five songs. "Tov" is fairly long, and we're trying to keep the top of the service as brief as possible. Expect a short rehearsal this Thursday night, and a heavy week of music next week as we celebrate Pentecost on the 31st. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me. - E.T.

Ensemble: FULL
Alyssa (Voice, Keyboard)
Connie (Voice) (?)
Eric (Voice, A. Guitar, Piano)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Tom (Voice, B. Guitar)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Come, Now Is The Time To Worship" (D)
Opening Songs:
- "Tov! (Good)" (Em)
- "Lord, We Abide In You" (D)
Offering Song: "This Is the Gift of God" (E) - NEW SONG!
Closing Song: - "We Will Dance" (D)

May 17, '09

Folk - After a wonderful week of worship led by the Youth Worship Team, the "Adult" team is back in action. Here's what's up for this week:

Ensemble: DOVE
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Josh (Drums) - Welcome, Josh!
Kathy (Voice)
Kristen (A. Guitar)
Lynea (Voice)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Lord, I Lift Your Name On High" (G)
Opening Songs:
- "Every Move I Make" (G)
- "Lord, We Abide In You" (D)
Offering Song: "Down To The River To Pray" (Unaccompanied)
Communion Songs:
- "Holy and Anointed One" (G) (Eric)
- "Have You Seen Jesus My Lord?" (C)
- "Here I Am To Worship" (D)
- "Humble Thyself" (Em)
Closing Song - "You Are Worthy Of My Praise" (G)

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

May 3, '09

Folk - Hope you're all doing well. I'm on my 12th day of being sick...it is no fun. Swine flu? Perhaps. I'd be the first known case in Washington State...does that make me a hero? Here's the layout for this week:

Ensemble: EAGLE (Minus one "wing")
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar, Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Still Haven't Found.../Open The Eyes of My Heart" (E)
Opening Song:
- "Meet With Me" (A)
- "How Great Is Our God" (A)
- "Lord, We Abide In You" (D)
Communion Songs:
- "Father, I Adore You" (D) (Eric)
- "More Love, More Power" (Em)
- "Jesus, Lover Of My Soul" (G)
- "Glorify Thy Name" (C)
Closing Song - "Lord Reign In Me" (G)

IMPORTANT!: Last week I spoke of a memorial service causing us to have to rehearse late. That service has been moved to Wednesday so we will meet at the normal 6:30 time on Thursday night. See you fellas then! - E.T.

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

April 26, '09

Folk - Here's the ensemble and music line-up for this Sunday.

Ensemble: FULL
Eric (Voice, A. Guitar, Piano)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Kathy (Voice)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (Voice, B. Guitar)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Holy is the Lord" (G)
Opening Songs:
- "Your Love Is Amazing" (G)
- "Lord, We Abide In You" (D) -THEME SONG
- "I Love You, Lord" (D)
Offering Song: Instrumental (Eric)
Closing Song: - "My Life Is In You, Lord" (G)

Questions? Let me know. Otherwise...see you at 6:30 on Thursday! Hope you're all doing quite well - E.T.

April 19, '09

Folk - After such an excellent day of worship on Sunday, take a week off! We welcome Matthew Both and the Sudanese choir from King of Kings to lead us in worship on the 19th of this month. I'll offer a few songs in the mix, as well as introduce the new theme song. We will gather again for rehearsal on April 23rd. Please watch the blog early next week for the new info. Hope to see you all quite soon. - E.T.

April 12, '09

Folk - Easter Sunday! Excellent. This week is unique as we'll have to different "teams" leading worship at the 9:30 and 11:00 services. Below you'll see the layouts for both ensembles, even though both are under the "FULL" designation.

9:30 - Ensemble: FULL
Alex - E. Guitar, Voice
Alyssa - Voice
Eric - Voice, A. Guitar, Piano
Jerry - E. Guitar
Kristen - A. Guitar
Lynea - Voice
Margaret - Keyboard
Tom - B. Guitar, Voice
Wendie - Voice

11:00 - Ensemble: FULL
Alex - E. Guitar, Voice
Connie - Voice
Eric - Voice, A. Guitar, Piano
Jerry - E. Guitar
Kristen - A. Guitar
Margaret - Keyboard
Missy - Voice
Tom - B. Guitar, Voice
Wendie - Voice

The music for both services is identical! Please look below for the order of worship:

Gathering Song: "Out Of The Ground He Arose" (Choir and Congregation)
Opening Songs:
- "My Redeemer Lives" (E)
- "I Will Call Upon The Lord" (D)
Communion Songs:
- "Jesus, Name Above All Names" (C) (Eric)
- "All In All" (D)
- "Let Us Break Bread Together" (D)
- "Kairos Medley" (D)
- "Sanctuary" (C)
Closing Song: "In Christ Alone" (G)

If you have any questions about either service please let me know.

We will rehearse tomorrow (Thursday, the 9th) after the Holy Thursday worship service! Please be there on time (come to worship so you can be!) and prepare to stay as late as necessary to go over the music. Most of the songs are well-known and shouldn't take too much grinding. I do encourage you all to make time to attend the worship services Thursday and Friday evening; they will be awesome!

See you tomorrow night - E.T.

P.S. - If I didn't place you in either of the services for Easter it's because 1) I forgot...sorry! or 2) you didn't respond to me. Please let me know if there's been an error.

April 5, '09

Folk - Palm Sunday is going to be a little different this year. Take a look at the order of worship below and let me know if you have any questions. "King of Kings" is new to the congregation but by no means a new song. Only two chords in it; i'm sure we'll be fine. See you Thursday @ 6:30!

1. Palm Sunday, the entrance to Jerusalem. Jesus is blessed. Mark 11:1-11
Entrance Songs:
- “King of Kings” (Em)
- “Awesome God” (Em)

2. Monday, the temple courtyard. Jesus is angered. Mark 11:12-19
Confession & Forgiveness of Sins

3. Tuesday, the temple courtyard. Jesus is questioned. Mark 11:27-12:12
Apostles’ Creed
Song – “We Fall Down” (G)

4. Tuesday evening, in Bethany. Jesus is anointed. Mark 14:1-9
Offering

5. Thursday, the “upper room.” Jesus is offered. Mark 14:12-26
Holy Communion
Distribution Songs:
- "Wash My Feet" (D) (Eric)
- "Breathe" (G)
- "All Who Are Thirsty" (D)
- "Create In Me A Clean Heart" (G)

6. Thursday Evening, Gethsemane. Jesus is betrayed. Mark 14:32-50

7. Thursday Night, High Priest’s house. Jesus is rejected. Mark 14:53-65

8. Thursday Night, High Priest’s house. Jesus is disowned. Mark 14:66-72
Prayers

9. Friday Morning, Antonia Fortress. Jesus is sentenced to die. Mark 15:6-20
Closing Song – “Before The Cross” (Am)

10. Friday, Golgotha. Jesus is crucified and buried. Mark 16:1-6

Note that i'll play "Wash My Feet" while you guys receive Communion. There won't be any of the normal "liturgical" pieces to worry about this time around. The service will pretty much be as it's printed here. If you looked on the blog earlier today (before Noon) and saw something for Palm Sunday posted then, please disregard that posting. This is the revised and final version. Thanks!

P.S. - Take a break and enjoy the Telecaster Master (playing a Strat here) enjoying a solo or two with Dobro legend Jerry Douglas. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7z9JGMN2Cw

March 22, '09

Folk - Here's what we have comin' up on Sunday. Let me know if you have any questions, etc.

Ensemble: EAGLE
Alex (Voice, A. Guitar)
Eric (Voice, A. Guitar, Piano)
Tom (Voice, B. Guitar)

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Gathering Song – "Amazing Grace (Peaceful Easy Feelin') (D)
Opening Songs:
- "Change It Up" (G)
- "Jesus, You Make All Things New!" (D)
- "Before The Cross" (Am)
Offering Song: Instrumental (Eric)
Closing Song: - "Days of Elijah" (Bb) - G-Shape on Capo 3

Hope you're all quite well - E.T

P.S. - Always wonderfully amazing things being discovered on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yhnzrpyyv7I

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

March 15, '09

Folk - Here's the line-up for this week. If you have any questions/thoughts please let me know. I expect you all to be on time and ready to sing/play at 6:30.

Ensemble: FULL
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Connie (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Keyboard, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "He Is Exalted" (G)
Opening Song:
- "Before The Cross" (Am)
Communion Songs:
- "Jesus, Lamb of God" (D) (Eric)
- "We Fall Down" (G)
- "Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying" (D)
- "Draw Me Close" (G)
Closing Songs
- "Step by Step" (G)
- "They'll Know We Are Christians" (Em)

Hoping you're all quite well - E.T.

P.S. - If you've not read any of my reviews head on over and take a peek! http://www.etsreview.blogspot.com/

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

March 8, '09

Folk - Here's what we have comin' up on Sunday. Let me know if you have any questions, etc.

Ensemble: DOVE
Eric (Voice, A. Guitar, Piano)
Kathy (Voice)
Kristen (A. Guitar)
Lynea (Voice)
Missy (Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar)

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Gathering Song – "Come, Now Is The Time To Worship" (D)
Opening Songs:
- "Here I Am to Worship" (D)
- "He Is Lord" (D)
- "Before The Cross" (Am)
Offering Song: Instrumental (Eric)
Closing Song: - "We Will Dance" (D)

Hope you're all quite well - E.T

P.S. - Always wonderfully amazing things being discovered on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5JAPkvnyso

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

E.T.'s Lenten Film Review

Hey - For the 40-Days of Lent I’ll be reviewing motion pictures and posting reviews online. I’ll be making critical reviews (based on directions, editing, scoring, etc.) and be looking at the film through the “lens” of Scripture. For each movie I’ll determine a “Reel Revelation”; a Biblical concept we can see in action that can encourage us to live out more faithfully the life Christ has given. Come on by! The address is: http://etsreview.blogspot.com/ - E.T.

March 1, '09

Folk - Here's the line-up for this week. If you have any questions/thoughts please let me know. I expect you all to be on time and ready to sing/play at 6:30.

Ensemble: FULL
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Keyboard, Voice)
Jerry (Sweet Sweet Telecaster Magic)
Kristen (Guitar, Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Sing A Song' (C)
Opening Songs:
- "Tov! (Good)" (Em)
- "Before The Cross" (Am) - Theme Song - NEW!
Communion Songs:
- "As The Deer" (D) (Eric)
- "All In All" (D)
- "Above All" (D)
- "Lord, Listen To Your Children Praying" (D)
Closing Song- "I Will Call Upon the Lord" (D)

Hope you're all quite well - E.T.

P.S. - Check it out: http://www.etsreview.blogspot.com/

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

February 22, '09

Folk - Here's the line-up for Sunday. Check it out. We'll talk about the music on Wednesday night and some changes we'll have to make due to Alex's absence.

Ensemble: YOUTH
Alana (Voice)
Alivia? (Voice)
Charlie (Vocie, Bass Guitar)
Diana (Voice)
Eric (Voice, Guitar, Piano)
Kelsey (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Light the Fire" (E)
Opening Songs:
- "Let It Rise" (D)
- "We Are Transformed" (C)
Offering Song: - "Amazing Love" (D)
Closing Song: - "Rock of Ages" (G)

Hope you're all quite well - E.T.

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory", "Alleluia Verse". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

The New Keyboard

Folk - Here's a link to a website where you can take a look at the new keyboard we're going to be purchasing in the very new future. You'll be able to listen to audio samples of what the keyboard sounds like. Follow this link: http://www.rolandus.com/products/productdetails.aspx?ObjectId=924&ParentId=87

Thanks to all who have visited the Music and YAP Blogs. Please keep coming back for updates about ministry happenings at PLC. You're encouraged to sign-up with Blogger (a free and quick process, I promise) and respond/chat on either blog.

Hoping you're all quite well - E.T.

February 15, '09

Folk - Here's the line-up for this week. If you have any questions/thoughts please let me know. I expect you all to be on time and ready to sing/play at 6:30.

Ensemble: SWAN
Alyssa (Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice) - I'm the "ugly duck" of the group...yikes.
Kathy (Voice)
Kristen (Guitar)
Lynea (Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Missy (Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Open The Eyes of My Heart" (E)
Opening Songs:
- "Enough"
- "We Are Transformed" (C)
Communion Songs:
- "Change My Heart, O God" (C) (Eric)
- "Let Us Break Bread Together" (D)
- "Create In Me A Clean Heart" (G)
- "Hungry" (C)
Closing Song- "Forever" (G)

Hope you're all quite well - E.T.

P.S. - Doyle Dykes is one of my favorite guitar players. Here's a wonderful video of him blending popular music with a sacred touch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNqgVqPZH44

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory", "Alleluia Verse". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

February 8, '09

Folk - Here's the line-up for next week, the 8th. Check it out. I'll be back from vacation Thursday night and will see you all Sunday morning.

You'll play all of the music by yourself. I'll step in to do the theme song and the liturgical pieces.

Ensemble: FULL
Alyssa (Keyboard, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar, Voice)
Kristen (A. Guitar, Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)
Wendy (Voice)

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Gathering Song – "Lord, I Lift Your Name on High" (G)
Opening Songs:
- "Better Is One Day" (E)
- "God of Wonders" (G)
- "We Are Transformed" (C) (Eric)
Closing Song- "You Are Worthy Of My Praise (I Will Worship)" (G)

Hope you're all quite well - E.T.

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory", "Alleluia Verse". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

February 1, '09

Folk - Here's the line-up for this week. Check it out.

Because i'll be out of the office for most of next week I will post the line-up information for February 8 later this week. No later than Friday. Check back then for instructions.

If you've any questions let me know!

Ensemble: EAGLE
Alex (E. Guitar, Voice)
Eric (A. Guitar, Piano, Voice)
Jerry (E. Guitar, Voice)
Tom (B. Guitar, Voice)

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Gathering Song – "My Redeemer Lives" (E)
Opening Songs:
- “Peaceful Easy Feeling (Amazing Grace)" (D)
- "We Are Transformed" (C) - THEME SONG - NEW!
Communion Songs:
- "Wash My Feet" (D) (Eric)
- "Let My Words Be Few" (G)
- "Humble Thyself" (Em)
- "There Is None Like You (w/ refrain of "Let My Words...")" (G)
Closing Song- "Lord Reign In Me" (C)

Hope you're all quite well - E.T.

P.S. - If you've never listened to Dead Can Dance...check this out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Do5vj3D-OD4

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory", "Alleluia Verse". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

A Righteous Prayer

This is a day of history, but we ought not dismiss the history of our faith which declares one unmoveable truth: Jesus is the Man, the Son of God, the Way of Salvation, and there is no other. We submit to the kings of this world but trust in God alone.

This prayer is an adaptation of the prayer composed by Archbishop John Carroll, the first Archbishop in the United States, for the inauguration of George Washington in 1789.

Almighty and eternal God,you have revealed your glory to all nations.God of power and might, wisdom and justice,through you authority is rightly administered,laws are enacted, and judgment is decreed.

Assist with your spirit of counsel and fortitude
Barack Obama, the President of these United States,
that his administration may be conducted in righteousness,
and be eminently useful to your people over whom he presides.
May he encourage due respect for virtue and religion.
May he execute the laws with justice and mercy.
May he seek to restrain crime, vice, and immorality.
Let the light of your divine wisdom
direct the deliberations of Congress,
and shine forth in all the proceedings and laws framed
for our rule and government.
May they seek to preserve peace, promote national happiness,
and continue to bring us the blessings of liberty and equality.
We pray for Christine Gregoire, the governor of this state,
for the members of the legislature,
for judges, elected civil officials,
and all others who are entrusted to guard our political welfare.

May they be enabled, by your powerful protection,
to discharge their duties with honesty and ability.
We likewise commend to your unbounded mercyall citizens of the United States,
that we be blessed in the knowledge and sanctified in the observance of your holy law.
May we be preserved in union and that peace which the world cannot give;and,
after enjoying the blessings of this life,
be admitted to those which are eternal.

We pray to you, who are Lord and God, for ever and ever. Amen.

January 25, '09

Here’s the line-up for this coming week. The Youth will bless us with their leadership. The "Adult" group will come together on February 1 in the "Eagle" formation. Stay posted for more info. If you have any questions let me know. I hope that you're all quite well - E.T.

Ensemble: YOUTH
Alex (Voice, Guitar)
Charlie (Vocie, Bass Guitar)
Diana (Voice)
Eric (Voice, Piano)
Kelsey (Voice)

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Gathering Song - "Blessed Be Your Name" (B)
Opening Songs:
- "Every Move I Make" (G)
- "How Great is Our God/How Great Thou Art" (A)
- "Change It Up" (G) - (Eric and Alex)
Offering - "Heart of Worship" (D)
Closing Song - "How Can I Keep From Singing?" (G)

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory", "Alleluia Verse". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

Adult Choir Performance Schedule (w/ Songs)

Here's the 2009 Performance Schedule for the Adult Choir @ Peace. All dates and titles are subject to change.

January 25 – “Our Father”
February 22 – “Deep Fountain” (Special Guest: Samantha Chapman)
March 15 – “Ave Verum Corpus”
April 5 (Palm Sunday) – “A Lenten Walk”
April 10 (Good Friday) – TBD
April 12 (Resurrection Sunday)
– “A Golden Alleluia”
– “Go Now In Peace”
May 10 – “Fount of Every Blessing”
May 31 (Pentecost) – “Veni Sancte Spiritus” (Taize)
September 13 (Rally Day) – “A Sunday School Celebration”
October 4 – “Walk Worthy”
October 25 (Reformation Day) –“Lift High the Cross”
November 15 – “Kyrie Kanon” (Women Only)
December 6 – “Candle of Peace”
December 24 (Christmas Eve)
- TBD
- “Gentle Mary Laid Her Child”
- “Night of Silence”

If you have any questions direct them to Eric.

January 18, '09

Worship Team – Here’s the line-up for this coming week. If you have any questions let me know. I hope that you're all quite well - E.T.

Ensemble: DOVES
Eric (Voice, Guitar, Piano)
Kathy (Voice)
Lynea (Voice)
Missy (Voice)
Margaret (Keyboard)
Tom (Bass Guitar)

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Gathering Song – "Your Love is Amazing" (G)
Opening Songs:
- “Meet with Me" (A)
- "Your Love, oh Lord" (E)
- "Change It Up" (G)
Offering - (Instrumental - Eric)
Communion Songs:
- "Jesus, Name Above All Names" (C) (Eric)
- "Draw Me Close" (G)
- "Breathe" (G)
- "Sanctuary" (C)
Closing Song- "Step by Step" (G)

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory", "Alleluia Verse". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.

A Homily Worth Reading

Folk - The following is a homily written by Fr. Ryan, head priest of St. James Cathedral in Seattle. He preached this homily on Corpus Christi Sunday of 2008. I keep a copy of this in my mailbox at church and read it often. Fr. Ryan is truly a shepherd to the people of St. James and Seattle at large. Enjoy.

I’ve often thought we should have a contest to see who could come up with the exact number of crosses and crucifixes in the Cathedral. I’ve never done the count but I know this much: there are a lot of them. They are everywhere! And among them are some very special ones. Did you know, for instance, that the cross we use as the processional cross during Advent and Lent – the one with the blackened figure of Jesus on it – is a survivor of the Cathedral’s arson fire of 1992? At the time of the fire, it was hanging over the vesting table in the sacristy. Nearly everything else in the sacristy was destroyed by that fire, but not the corpus on that cross. It merely turned coal black. Kind of a resurrection story. It’s in the chapel this morning in case you’d like to see it.
And then there’s the glass cross that hangs in the chapel during the Easter season, although it, too, is in the chapel today. The glass cross is another resurrection story. It is made of shards of glass rescued from the sacristy’s old stained-glass windows, all of which exploded outward during that same fire of 1992. The morning after the fire, a Holy Names Sister on our staff, Margaret Evenson, was on her hands and knees in the dirt outside those windows, painstakingly salvaging every piece of glass she could find. Later, an artist assembled those random shards into a stunningly beautiful crucifix.
Then there’s the great processional crucifix over there that leads the procession on many of the great feasts of the Church, including today’s. That crucifix sat on the Cathedral’s old high altar for 45 years when the altar was at the far east end. Now it’s in our midst and approachable, and I, for one, am always deeply moved when I see it coming down the aisle, raised high above our heads, leading the way, lighting the way, reminiscent of the column of cloud and the pillar of fire that guided the chosen people on their way through the Red Sea to freedom.
The cross is as it should be at St. James Cathedral: prominent and clearly triumphant -- the paradoxical cross that is both instrument of torture and trophy of victory. Of course, it is not the cross itself that is triumphant: it is Jesus Christ who is triumphant, and his triumph, his victory, is unlike any other. His victory came about not as victories usually do – by force meeting force, power striking back at power. No, his victory came about precisely when he refused the use of power – when he allowed himself no defense whatever, becoming completely vulnerable, the plaything of evil, “sin itself” to use St. Paul’s words. Like Isaiah’s Suffering Servant, he was a lamb led to the slaughter, a sheep before the shearers, silent, opening not his mouth. Or to use the words of an ancient Christian hymn in today’s reading from Philippians, “He emptied himself, taking on the form of a slave.”
One of the Eucharistic Prayers says this in yet another way: “For our sake he opened his arms on the cross.” No one opened those arms for him, he opened them of his own accord in an act of perfect freedom – as if to say: here, and only here is the power that can overcome evil. Not hatred, not force, not violence of any sort, but love freely given! And so, my friends, the triumph of the cross is really the triumph of non-violence, the triumph of vulnerability, the triumph of love.
How, then, are we to explain our history – our bloody and often vengeful history – we who claim to be followers of Christ and who call his cross triumphant? How indeed? Even a cursory reading of two-thousand years of Christian history is a sorry tale of blood shed in causes both noble and disgraceful, a tale that, no matter how we tell it, too often bears little or no resemblance to the story of Jesus.
The story of Jesus is the strongest possible argument in favor of non-violence. In fact, a good case can be made to read his story and the entire Christian gospel as a call to do as the earliest Christians did: to renounce the use of force, not to defend it. I know that sounds simplistic, especially in the world in which we live, and I’m not proposing it as a political philosophy or a blueprint for statecraft. I know very well that from the time of St. Augustine in the fourth century, the Church has developed sophisticated arguments to justify the use of force and killing under certain conditions, but I also believe that every argument that we make to justify the use of force must take into account the fact that at the very heart of our faith is the One who could have fought back but didn’t, could have called up legions of angels but didn’t, the one who walked the road to Calvary, opened his arms on the cross, and spoke words of forgiveness for his tormentors and executioners.
Whatever we believe about the violent use of force – about wars, just or unjust, provoked or preemptive or, for that matter, about the state-sponsored killing that is capital punishment, we Christians must do our thinking and form our consciences with one image squarely in our line of sight: the image of the cross – the cruel instrument of torture and death made holy and triumphant by the One who could have struck back but didn’t.
Today, we look at our world (pick your place!) and we see appalling violence, vengeance, and endless retribution, and we find ourselves asking, “Where does it all end?” And, of course, the answer is that it doesn’t end, and it never will end – not as long as violence continues to be met by violence. As Christians, the cross is our answer, the triumphant cross of Jesus Christ! Or, better, Jesus Christ is our answer – Jesus whose death, while it looks like total defeat, is really the path to life and peace, the only path to life and peace!

January 11, '09

Hey guys – The music last Sunday was excellent. You all played and sang so very well. Thanks for your hard work. I have a couple notes to go over Thursday night but I look forward to this coming week and worshipping with you again. See you Thursday at 6:30! Hoping you're all quite well - E.T.

Ensemble: FULL
Alex (Voice, E. Guitar)
Alyssa (Voice)
Eric (Voice, Piano)
Jerry (E. Guitar or Bass if Tom is absent)
Kristen (A. Guitar)
Tom (Bass)
Missy (Voice)
Wendie (Voice)

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Gathering Song - "We Will Dance" (D)
Opening Songs:
- "Come, Now is the Time to Worship" (D)
- "Here I Am to Worship" (D)
- "Change It Up" (G)
Offering - (Instrumental - Eric)
Closing Song - "Days of Elijah" (Eb/G Shape – Capo 3)

NOTE: Eric will play the "liturgical" songs. Ex: "Song of Praise", "Offertory", "Alleluia Verse". If/when a "setting" is adopted for the Celebration service other instruments will be worked in as they are needed/as it is appropriate.