There is something about the music of Advent and Christmas that reaches deeper than any other time of the year. Whether it is the quiet longing of O Come, O Come Emmanuel, the triumphant joy of the angelic chorus in Angels We Have Heard on High, or the tender stillness of Silent Night, these songs tell the story of our faith.
At Church of the Nativity, music is not just a performance—it is one of the primary ways we pray together. And this year, as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ, we are inviting you to add your voice to ours.
Whether you are a parent of a young singer or an adult who has been waiting for the right time to join the choir, we have a place for you this season.
For Our Children: The Nativity Choristers
Our Nativity Choristers (for children in K–8th grade) are the heartbeat of our Christmas Pageant. They learn that their voices are a vital part of our worship, and they bring an energy and joy to the season that cannot be replicated.
This year, the Choristers will sing at the St. Nicholas Party and during the Christmas Pageant on December 13. There is absolutely no experience necessary—just a willingness to sing and have fun!
Rehearsals:
Children rehearse twice a week to prepare:
Sundays at 9:20 AM: A brief rehearsal before Sunday School.
Mondays at 5:30 PM: A fuller rehearsal, followed by dinner in the Parish Hall alongside EYC. (Parents, please note: children under 12 should be picked up by 6:30 PM).
For Adults: Two Ways to Sing This Season
We know that adults lead busy lives, and a year-round choir commitment isn't always possible. That is why we are offering two distinct ways for adults to participate in the music of Christmas this year.
1. The Christmas Pageant Choir (Short-Term)
If you love to sing but can only commit to a few weeks, join our short-term Pageant Choir! Adults will sing alongside the children to present a beautiful, intergenerational offering at the Christmas Pageant on December 13.
Rehearsals: Mondays from 5:30 to 6:20 PM.
How it works: From 5:30 to 6:00 PM, the adults and children rehearse together. At 6:00 PM, the younger children are dismissed to dinner, and the adults stay for 20 minutes of focused part-work and solos.
Commitment: No auditions, no long-term commitment. Just show up on Monday nights!
2. The Chancel Choir (Advent & Christmas Eve)
If you are looking for a deeper commitment and love the traditional music of the Church, the Chancel Choir is waiting for you. The choir is currently preparing special music for the Sundays of Advent and our beautiful Christmas Eve worship service.
Advent has some of the most stunning, reflective choral music of the entire church year, and it is a joy to sing.
Rehearsals: Sundays at 9:45 AM and Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.
Leadership: The Chancel Choir leads our worship every Sunday at the 10:30 AM service.
Come and Sing With Us
Whether you are a seasoned chorister, a parent dropping off a child, or someone who hasn't sung since high school, there is a home for you in our music ministry this Christmas.
If you have questions about the Children's Choir, please contact Alicia Dallas at aliciapdallas@gmail.com. For questions about the Chancel Choir, please contact David Williamson at choirmaster@nativitygreenwood.org.
Let's make a joyful noise together this season!
