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100 Years
Stories, sermons, music, and memories from the past 100 years
The life and times of Community United Church of Christ, Raleigh NC
Canticle of the Turning - Dec. 8, 2019
Canticle of the Turning - Dec. 8, 2019
The Canticle of the Turning was performed on December 8, 2019, by Julia Robertson and Mike Schafale in conjunction with the children's Christmas pageant.
Ave Maria - Dec. 21, 2014
Ave Maria - Dec. 21, 2014
Ave Maria (Gounod, Bach) performed by Amy Jensen and Doug Barrick.
Christmas Cantata - 2019
Christmas Cantata - 2019
On December 15, 2019, the combined adult and youth choirs of the church presented the Christmas Cantata "Joy Has Dawned: A Christmas Musical".
Youth Choir - "No Time"
Youth Choir - "No Time"
The youth choir sang "No Time" as part of the program when the Christmas Cantata was presented on December 15, 2019.
Congolese Singing
Congolese Singing
Members of our community of Congolese sang during 10:30 worship on June 5, 2016.
Music from Youth Sunday - April 22, 2018
Music from Youth Sunday - April 22, 2018
The video clips shown in this post are excerpts from the worship service presented by the youth of the church on April 22, 2018. The entire service on video is also available in a separate post. The program was planned and directed by the youth and Śānti Matthews, the Youth Education Coordinator.
Easter Sunday 2016
Easter Sunday 2016
Processional
Anthem
French Horn
Hallelujah
Christmas Cantata - 2015
Christmas Cantata - 2015
On December 20, 2015, the CUCC Choir provided the bulk of the program for the 10:30 worship service. Six separate musical selections performed by the choir were spread throughout the service. They are merged here into a single video (18 minutes). Enjoy!
Tim Jensen musical tribute on King Awards Day
Tim Jensen musical tribute on King Awards Day
Tim Jensen presented this song as part of the worship service preceding the Carolyn and Cy King Awards Ceremony on April 12, 2015.
John Robertson musical tribute to Cy and Carolyn
John Robertson musical tribute to Cy and Carolyn
The short piece played by John Robertson on April 12, 2015 was part of the King Awards Day tribute to Carolyn and Cy King.
Prelude - John Robertson
Prelude - John Robertson
From the Youth Sunday Service, March 15, 2015.
Beloved, Beloved - Youth Sunday
Beloved, Beloved - Youth Sunday
From the Youth Sunday Service, March 15, 2015.
I see the love of God in you
I see the love of God in you
From the Youth Sunday Service, March 15, 2015.
Never Alone
Never Alone
From the Youth Sunday Service, March 15, 2015.
What does God require of you?
What does God require of you?
From the Youth Sunday Service, March 15, 2015.
Christmas Eve Service 2014
Christmas Eve Service 2014
This video is about 40-minutes long. Only transitional periods in the service have been edited out.
The Christmas Eve service in 2014 features music performed by the choir led by Anne Moorman-Smith, the youth, Doug Barrick (organ and piano), Amy Jensen (flute), and Mike Schafale (hammer dulcimer).
The candlelight singing of Silent Night has become a tradition at CUCC. This year is the first time the entire service has been captured on video (via help from Karen Withem). The audio track was recorded separately and the multi-camera setup allowed multiple views of the service.
Thanks to the entire congregation and the excellent congregational participation for making this an event to remember.
Christmas in the Southwest - 2014
Christmas in the Southwest - 2014
Christmas Cantata performed at Community UCC on December 21, 2014. This was the 3rd performance of this cantata in the past 15 years, and the performance was to honor the many years that Pastor Steve Halsted has spent living in the southwest.
Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine - 2014
Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine - 2014
Prelude performed Dec. 21, 2014, by Amy Jensen and Doug Barrick.
Prelude (Flute, Organ, and Choir)
Festival of Lights
Prelude (Flute, Organ, and Choir)
Festival of Lights
The "Festival of Lights" program was held at Community UCC in Raleigh NC on November 30, 2014 (the first Sunday of Advent). Amy Jensen (flute), Doug Barrick (organ), and the CUCC Choir presented this prelude.
Lord of the Dance - Easter Sunday, 2014
Lord of the Dance - Easter Sunday, 2014
Brooke Lipman performed a liturgical dance while the CUCC Choir sang "Lord of the Dance" during the Easter Sunday service at CUCC, April 20, 2014.
Alleluia - Easter Sunday 2014
Alleluia - Easter Sunday 2014
This is the opening to the Easter Sunday Service in 2014. Performed by the CUCC Choir.
Sing to the Lord a Joyful Song - Easter Sunday 2014
Sing to the Lord a Joyful Song - Easter Sunday 2014
The CUCC Choir performed "Sing to the Lord a Joyful Song" as the anthem during the Easter Sunday worship service on April 20, 2014.
The Pumbo Family - What a friend we have in Jesus (Ngala)
The Pumbo Family - What a friend we have in Jesus (Ngala)
"What a friend we have in Jesus" (sung in Ngala) was recorded on Easter Sunday 2014.
Easter Sunday Offertory - Jill Sherling on French Horn
Easter Sunday Offertory - Jill Sherling on French Horn
Jill Sherling performed with Doug Barrick during the offertory on Easter Sunday, 2014.
Maundy Thursday Music - 2014
Maundy Thursday Music - 2014
On April 17, 2014, the CUCC Maundy Thursday service was held jointly with St. Paul's Christian Church in the CUCC sanctuary. The choirs of the two churches joined to form a choir of about 20 people who sang under the direction of CUCC Director of Music Anne Moorman-Smith. Doug Barrick was the organist for the evening, and Amy Jensen played flute in the prelude and hymns.
Were You There? - Maundy Thursday Service, 2014
Were You There? - Maundy Thursday Service, 2014
"Were You There" performed by the combined choirs of Community UCC and St. Paul's Christian, April 17, 2014
Amy Jensen and Doug Barrick - Maundy Thursday 2014
Amy Jensen and Doug Barrick - Maundy Thursday 2014
The prelude performed by Amy Jensen on flute and Doug Barrick on organ for the Maundy Thursday service, April 17, 2014.
Choir Special for Palm Sunday - 2014
Choir Special for Palm Sunday - 2014
The CUCC Choir performed "Hosanna! Hosanna!" as the anthem during the 10:30 worship service on Palm Sunday, April 13, 2014.
All Glory, Laud, and Honor - Palm Sunday
All Glory, Laud, and Honor - Palm Sunday
Singing the hymn "All Glory, Laud, and Honor" on Palm Sunday 2014.
CUCC Choir on Youth Sunday - 2014
CUCC Choir on Youth Sunday - 2014
This anthem was provided by the Choir as part of the Youth Sunday service on March 23, 2014. It was a rare opportunity to film the choir since they're normally hidden in the choir loft. The anthem is entitled "Because You Came".
Youth Sunday Music - March 23, 2014
Youth Sunday Music - March 23, 2014
This quartet performed as part of the Youth Sunday program on May 23, 2014. The selection is called "Hallelujah".
Precious Lord, Take My Hand
In June 2012 Carolyn and Cy King were presented with a special award for their service in the cause of peace and justice. The video from that occasion is available in this archive. Following that event, an annual award was established in their names. Carolyn died in the fall of 2012, but Cy was present in February 2014 for presentation of the annual
What Does the Lord Require of You?
award for 2014 to Bill Towe, Slater Newman, and Peg and Mac Hulslander. A special song that Cy loves is "Precious Lord, Take My Hand." Julia Robertson, Tim Jensen, and Mike Schafale sang the song for Cy at the Feb. 9, 2014, awards ceremony. And they ended the service with a brief version of "What Does the Lord Require of You?.
Christmas Eve Service - Dec. 24, 2013
Christmas Eve Service - Dec. 24, 2013
The video above is abridged, but includes about 80% of the service.
John Robertson and Vicky Montague
John Robertson and Vicky Montague
On August 26, 2012, John Robertson teamed up with his violin teacher for the past six years, Vicky Montague, to perform the Pachelbel Canon during 10:30 worship. John is continuing to hone his skills in both the classical and bluegrass areas, and he delights the congregation whenever he performs, whether it’s during worship or during a Christmas party. (A video of John playing in 2009 during worship is also available in this archive.)
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