A British Winter’s Night concert will be an evening of lively traditional British tunes and ballads. From the popular Vaughan Williams Sea Songs and English Folk Song Suite, to the rousing tunes of the Irish Washerwoman and Country Gardens, this evening is sure to delight! The Andrews University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Denisse Santos-Gooden, will once again collaborate with the Southwestern Michigan College Brass Band under the direction of Mark Hollandsworth. The two ensembles will take the stage at the Howard Performing Arts Center on January 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM. Start off your new year with toe-tapping tunes and swaying sweet melodies! Tickets are available at howard.andrews.edu.
2016 Children's Celebration of Christmas
Resources
Speaker
Ben MartinBen Martin is on the pastoral team of Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University where he is the Pastor for Children and Family Discipleship. He is passionate about engaging youth in ministry. He believes that every member should be a functioning part of the body of Christ. Over the last few years he has been intentionally thinking through what it means to disciple the next generation. He enjoys photography, camping and spending time with his wife, Brianna. Together, they have 2 children.
Offering
Saturday, December 10, 2016
Program:
Opening Voluntary
Angels in Royal David's City • Carrie Lane Gruselle
Welcome
Ben Martin
Hymn of Praise
Angels We Have Heard on High • 142
Congregational Prayer
Jerianna Horton, Aiden Little, Luciana Press, Sarah Ayaz
Worship in Music
O Come, All Ye Faithful • K. L. Fishburn
Scripture
Luke 2:7 • Briauna Skinner
Part 1
“Babbling” • Ben Martin
Carols of the Season
Away in a Manger • 124; Silent Night, Holy Night • 143
Scripture
Matthew 19:14 • Adrien Mun
Part 2
"Beckoning" • Ben Martin
Praise in Song
Jesus Loves the Little Ones Like Me Me Me
Hymn
Jesus Loves Me • 190
Scripture
1 John 3:1 • Ben Clough
Part 3
“Becoming” • Ben Martin
Scripture in Music
Behold What Manner of Love
Congregational Hymn
Children of the Heavenly Father • 101
Call for Gifts, Tithes & Offerings
Sounds of the Season • James Swearingen
Carol of Commitment
Joy to the World • 125
Benediction
Closing Voluntary
Christmas Fanfares • Todd Stalter
A British Winter's Night: Wind Symphony Winter Concert
Standout Event
Andrews University invites homeschool and public high school students to attend Standout, taking place February 20–22. This event is designed to serve as a spiritual refueling experience for students who may not have regular access to Adventist revival programs or daily religious instruction. We invite you to learn more and register for this impactful weekend at: https://www.andrews.edu/splash/standout