A Note from the Director of Music, Esther Zabinski

Hello, St. Mark’s parishioners and visitors! This is actually the first time I’ve written for our weekly email, even though I’ve been the Director of Music here since 2012. I started out as a substitute, liked it so much, and decided to stay! I’m hoping to write more often going forward—to keep you updated and maybe spark a little interest in the music we choose each week for worship. ​

Some of you may remember that last fall Bob Chappuis brought his drum set into Sunday worship. The response was enthusiastic, so we’re planning another folk/rock style service this coming Sunday, March 1. You’ll hear a couple of hymns that are new to us: All That We Have by Gary Ault, and I Heard the Lord by Jacob Krieger.
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As we head into Lent, I’ll also be introducing a new Gospel Acclamation, Turn to Me by John Foley, along with a new Mass setting for the Sanctus and the Fraction Anthem. These come from the Glendalough Mass by Liam Lawton, a setting that “fuses the rich tradition of Celtic folk music with a contemporary Irish feel.” We’ll be using these pieces throughout the Lenten season.

I hope you enjoy these musical offerings! And as always, everyone is welcome to join the Senior Choir—we meet Wednesdays from 7–8 p.m. If you’re interested in the bell choir, just come find me after any Sunday service.