Sanctuary Series is dedicated to furthering the mission and vision of Christ Church United Methodist through music. The events are free and open to the public with an offering collected to bless worthy organizations in our communities. Through sacred music, Sanctuary Series invites its patrons to “worship God in the beauty of holiness” (Psalm 96:9) and strengthen their relationship with Jesus Christ. Sanctuary Series is funded entirely through private donations. If you are interested in financially supporting this concert series, visit www.ccum.net/sanctuary-series-support.
CHRISTMAS CONCERTS
This is Christ the King
Sunday, December 8 | 5 pm
Wednesday, December 11 | 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 15 | 9 & 11:15 am
Tuesday, December 17 | 7:30 pm
Join us in celebrating the Christmas season with one of our church’s most treasured traditions! Our annual Christmas concerts feature carols, both old and new, presented by the Chancel Choir, Carillon Ringers, Jubilate Ringers and orchestra. A freewill offering will benefit Dare to Care.
DECEMBER DAYTIME EVENT
Ballard Madrigals
Monday, December 9 | 11:30 am
In conjunction with Senior Adult Ministries. This concert is in the Chapel.
The Ballard Madrigal Singers enters its 43rd season this fall. Each year the top 25-30 singers at Ballard prepare nearly two dozen songs in a variety of genres and languages. Practicing after school for their dinner and Christmas performances, these students put their full hearts into their music. Come support this rich tradition and enjoy the show! A freewill offering will benefit West Louisville Talent Education Center / The Blue House.
MARCH EVENT
Piano Tapestry
Sunday, March 2 | 7 pm
While a versatile solo instrument, the piano also allows mulriple players to weave their tunes together to create a unique work of beauty. Come experience a program of varied genres written for four, six, or eight hands, featuring many of our talented CCUM pianists including staff, volunteers, and students. Some pieces performed on two grand pianos facing each other will offer a rare perspective on the communication needed for such an ensemble. A freewill offering will benefit Prodigal Ministries.
MARCH EVENT - Freedom!
Freedom! Louisville Youth Orchestra
Sunday, March 23 | 4 pm
Join Louisville Youth Orchestra (LYO) ensembles Symphony Orchestra and Repertory Orchestra as they present Freedom! Highlighting humanity’s global aspiration of freedom for all people, the concert’s repertoire includes Lyric for Strings by African American composer George Walker and Lincoln Portrait by Aaron Copland, among other works. A freewill offering will be donated to LYO’s Tuition Assistance Fund to reduce financial barriers to equitable music education.