Christmas In Christ Chapel Preview with Gustavus
Christmas In Christ Chapel Preview with Gustavus
November 8 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am
Minneapolis Campus Worship Services at 9:00 am & 10:30 am*
Gustavus is thrilled to help lead worship at Bethlehem’s Minneapolis campus in anticipation of this year’s Christmas In Christ Chapel’s theme, “A Shoot Shall Spring Forth.”
Inspired by deep-dive Bible studies and preaching on the prophet Isaiah led by Religion Department Chair Dr. Blake Couey, this preview event expands those learning experiences into an inspirational gathering for the wider community.
– In-Depth Scripture: Thoughtful Bible study on Isaiah led by Dr. Couey.
– Community Connection: Dialogue and student emcees bringing us together as neighbors in anticipation of Advent.
– Live Music & Liturgy: Original folk compositions inspired by Isaiah, featuring award-winning songwriter John Hermanson and cellist/vocalist Maren Haynes Marchesini.
John Hermanson, an award-winning songwriter and composer of Storyhill. Rooted in prophetic and mystical traditions, John’s sacred songs raise ancient yet urgent theological questions about radical love, care for the poor, and mutual responsibility, written in his compelling, distinctive folk style. John serves as permanent Artist-in-Residence at Hope Lutheran Church in Bozeman, Montana, and co-founder of Hope Lutheran’s Center for the Arts. He sings with Center for the Arts co-founder Dr. Maren Haynes Marchesini, cellist, vocalist, and composer/arranger, and Hope Lutheran’s Director of Music and Worship. Maren also edited and arranged John’s Isaiah liturgy for piano and cello.
“This preview tour ‘prepares the way’ for Advent (to quote Isaiah) with education, inspiration and an embodiment of the college’s foundational relationship with the Church,” says Gustavus Chaplain Ben Hilding ‘09.
