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.
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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 09, 2023
OPENING MUSIC
“O Come, Little Children” • Johann Schulz / Kenneth Logan
WELCOME & PRAYER
Jonathan Burt, Pioneer Adventurer Club Director
HYMN OF PRAISE
“O Come, O Come, Immanuel” • 115
*GRADE 2 BELL CHOIR
“The First Noel” • traditional, arr. Shari Lyons
SCRIPTURE
Genesis 3:15
Destinee Fio
PIONEER ADVENTURER CLUB CHOIR
“Joy to the World” • traditional
MESSAGE 1
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
*K-2 CHOIR - RMES
“Happy Birthday Jesus” • Carol Cymbala
†RMES STRINGS
“Christmas Quatrain” • arr. Elliot Del Borgo
PRAYER
Aniyah Jean-Baptiste
Jared Raveloharimisy
Arlo Martin
Laural Brown
SCRIPTURE
Matthew 1:23
Andile Muzira
PIONEER ADVENTURER CLUB CHOIR
“Prince of Peace” • Monica Scott
MESSAGE 2
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
*K-2 CHOIR - RMES
”The Shepherd’s Spiritual” • arr. Donal Moore
†RMES STRINGS
“Away in a Manger” • arr. Ruth Elaine Schram
SCRIPTURE
Revelation 21:1
Josiah Florvilus
PIONEER ADVENTURER CLUB CHOIR
“What a Day That Will Be” • J. Hill
MESSAGE 3
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
TOY & OFFERING COLLECTION
HYMN OF COMMITMENT
”Jesus Is Coming Again!” • 213, st. 1-2, 4
BENEDICTION
Ben Martin, Associate Pastor
CLOSING MUSIC
”Jesus Is Coming Again!” • George Lee / Kenneth Logan
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