Choir of St Peter’s, Rupert Forbes: Conductor, Sheila Robertson: Organ

‘The Seven Last Words of Christ’: Théodore Dubois

On Good Friday, the St Peter’s Choir are performing Dubois’ Sacred Cantata ‘The Seven Last Words of Christ’. Possibly best known for his organ works, Dubois composed this in 1867. Surprisingly, it is not well known and is rarely performed in Britain. Reflecting on the final utterances of Jesus on the cross, the music is bursting with beautiful harmonies, and uses the organ to the full. The concert will last approximately one hour, and a retiring collection will be taken for the Organ Fund.

Organ Recital: Sunday 19^th August 2012: 9pm – 10pm: David Hamilton, Glasgow: Director of Music at St Mary’s Episcopal Church, Hamilton, and Organist of Strathclyde University.

A Star Party for the youngsters was held at Epiphany in the church hall, including learning about the nativity story, activities included hunt the hidden stars, star statues were created using just themselves or being inventive and joining a group, we made star origami and created gift boxes in the shape of, you’ve guessed it, stars! A lovely buffet made sure no one went home hungry!

Around 200 people were entertained at the Christmas Tree Lighting

Ceremony and performance of Babushka, an adaptation of the Russian folk tale, in early December. The play was performed by the young and not so young members of the congregation, see picture of the action and fun was had by all!