This Sunday, August 23, worship at First Lutheran will have a little extra rhythm and energy as we celebrate Jazz Sunday.
Jazz Sunday is always a special day because it brings an upbeat and joyful spirit to our worship music. Jazz has a way of inviting us to listen differently, sing freely and experience familiar hymns and songs in a fresh way.
One of the most meaningful things about Jazz Sunday at First Lutheran is that the music is shared by our own members. Musicians of all ages, experiences and abilities offer their gifts as part of worship.
Unlike some churches or faith communities that bring in paid professional musicians for special music, First Lutheran celebrates the gifts already present within our congregation.
For some members, Jazz Sunday may be one of the few opportunities they have to play their instrument or share their love of jazz music in a meaningful way. First Lutheran provides a place where those gifts are welcomed, encouraged and offered back to God and the community. Whether someone is a lifelong musician, a student, someone returning to an instrument after many years or simply someone willing to share what they can, their music becomes part of our shared worship.
We believe our members have God-given talents to share and sharing those gifts is one way of living as disciples and serving the faith community. Worship music is not a performance or a concert. It is an offering. It is one way members can use their gifts to lead, encourage and help others praise God.
Jazz Sunday gives us the opportunity to celebrate not only a different style of music, but also the people who make music ministry at First Lutheran so meaningful. Come ready to listen, sing, tap your toes and give thanks for the many gifts shared in worship!
