Resilience
This repertoire for the month of September reflects the journey of resilience, from seeking guidance, facing challenges, finding strength, and eventually celebrating triumph and hope. Adjustments can be made based on the specific needs and preferences of your congregation.
Week 1: Building Foundations
Prelude:
- J.S. Bach: Arioso This serene and uplifting piece can evoke the feeling of a steadfast foundation and hope, aligning with the theme of building resilience.
Offertory
- E. Satie: Gymnopedie Its calm demeanor can signify the inner strength within silence.
Communion:
- Be Thou My Vision in a modern piano setting, symbolizing the guiding light during times of struggle.
Postlude:
- this little light A jazzy rendition of “This Little Light of Mine” to signify hope and persistence.
Week 2:
Prelude:
- F. Chopin: Prelude Op. 28 No. 4. It’s introspective, representing contemplation during hardships.
Offertory:
- Debussy: “La fille aux cheveux de lin” (The Girl with the Flaxen Hair) from Preludes Book I, showing beauty amidst trials.
Communion:
- Hymn Transcription: “It_Is_Well_with_My_Soul” in a contemporary piano style, acknowledging adversity but confirming faith.
Postlude:
- Gospel Transcription: A jazz-inflected version of “Wade In The Water,” illustrating the journey through obstacles.
Week 3: Rising from Adversity
Prelude:
- Robert Schumann: Pleading Child(Pleading Child) from Kinderszenen, Op. 15.
Offertory:
- Hymn Transcription: Great is thy faithfulness in a modern setting, gratitude for unwavering support.
Communion:
- Edward MacDowell: “To a Wild Rose” from Woodland Sketches, representing growth and blooming.
Postlude:
- Jazz Transcription: A swing-style version of “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee,” capturing the essence of revival and celebration.
Week 4: Embracing the Future
Prelude:
- Johannes Brahms: Intermezzo in A major, Op. 118, No. 2, looking ahead with hope.
Offertory:
- Hymn Transcription: “A Mighty Fortress” in a modern style, fortifying resilience and strength.
Communion:
- E. Grieg: “Arietta” from Lyric Pieces Op. 12, No. 1, symbolizing the delicate hope of a new beginning.
Postlude:
- Gospel Transcription: A lively jazz rendition of “Reflections of eternity,” an upbeat finale embracing the promise of the future.