Hear and Sing Hymns of the 20th Century
Stonnington Community Uniting Church will resonate with some of the best of 20th Century Hymns on Sunday, June 30th at 2.30pm. Introduced by well-known, passionate hymnologist Rev Dr. H.D’Arcy Wood (Past President of the Uniting Church of Australia) with prestigious pianist and choirmaster, music director Bruce Macrae, the audience will join in the singing and be engaged by a guest choir.
Venue ideal for Hymns
We all know that you can sing hymns anywhere. On your verandah, out in a paddock, or in the shower. The Stonnington Community Uniting Church, with its vaulted wooden ceiling, and grand piano, is well known for its acoustics, and is a particularly ideal location for the human voice to hear and be heard. The Church is located at 59 Burke Road, East Malvern (on the corner of Coppin Street).
What will be on the Program?
According to Wikipedia there are 35 Pages of 20th Century Hymns. What will D’Arcy and Bruce have decided upon? The only way to find out will be to join in this outstanding, 2 hour Hymn Event on Sunday June 30th, 2024, at 2.30pm.
Interstate and Internationals will Join us on Zoom
The Rev Dr D’Arcy Wood, Bruce Mccrae and the Uniting Church have many connections around Australia and internationally who are welcome to join us on Sunday June 30th via ZOOM. For a Zoom link please email: ken.barelli@bigpond.com
Parking and Public Transport
Parking is available in the streets surrounding the church. Thankfully there are no great hills, but if you are running late you might have a bit of a walk. The Stonnington Church is well served for public transport users. The No 5 tram is a short work from the corner of Wattletree and Burks Roads, and the No 3 trams stops at the corner of Waverley Road and Burke Roads. Caulfield Station is our closest train station. Sunday timetables will apply.
This is a FREE Event!
This event is brought to you by the VicTas Uniting Church Historical Society. The Society is a resource for and supporter of the Uniting Church. Featuring 20th-century hymns reminds us of a history that can be truly enjoyable and positively influence our future.
We look forward to seeing and hearing you. Singing is not compulsory – but hey, give it a go!