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WINTER & SPRING EVENTS

The 2018 Winter/Spring Fine Arts Season is only made possible due to the generosity of the

Westminster Foundation and individual supporters.

Thank you!

We invite you to join us in our efforts to enrich the

lives of those in our community.

If you would like to support

the arts at Westminster,

please visit

www.westpres.org/givemusic

or call

515.274.1534.

Welcome...

Visual Arts at WestminsterAt Westminster, you can immerse yourself in the arts! New exhibits are regularly planned. Visit the Gallery, located on the lower level of the church, any time the building is open.

Additional Music and Arts Offerings at Westminster

Anchor Coffee HouseWestminster’s Anchor Coffee House is a relaxed, intimate, family-friendly venue featuring local, regional, and nationally known folk, bluegrass, and blues artists. In addition to great music, delicious fair trade coffee, fresh hot tea, and

homemade desserts are available to delight your taste buds while you enjoy the music! Free childcare is provided at each performance by a licensed childcare provider.

Upcoming performances include David Stoddard, Dave Glaser, Ry Taylor, Beth Wood, and Banjoy!

For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.westpres.org/anchor.

Nebraska Wesleyan University ChoirThursday, January 4, 7pmWestminster Sanctuary

All events are FREE with FREE childcare.

Nebraska Wesleyan University Choir 2018 Tour William A. Wyman, Conductor, and Tamara Riley Wyman, Pianist

Free Concert

Thursday, January 4, 20187:00 p.m.

Westminster Presbyterian Church4114 Allison Avenue

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Enjoy the beautiful sounds of the Emmy-nominated Nebraska Wesleyan University Choir, a 52-voice ensemble directed by William A. Wyman. Recognized internationally for its performing excellence, the choir will present a varied program rich in global diversity.

Hymn FestivalSunday, May 13, 10amWestminster SanctuaryThe Westminster Chorale and the congregation of Westminster Presbyterian Church will “raise the roof” with spirited singing of sturdy hymns. You won’t want to miss this inspirational service of praise.

Hear Westminster’s own, Kris DeWild, as she showcases our glorious Dobson organ with a performance featuring music from the Baroque era to the present. The concert will also feature Kris

on harp in collaboration with Dr. Cynthia Krenzel from Central College (clarinet) and Mackenzie Uhlenhopp from the University of Iowa (flute and voice). Kris is Lecturer in Music at Central College where she accompanies the A Cappella Choir and teaches piano and harp. She holds a B.A. in organ performance and music education from Central College and earned a graduate certificate in church music from Drake University where she studied organ with Carl Staplin and Ruth Harris.

Easter CelebrationSunday, April 1, 8:45 and 11am Westminster Sanctuary

Jazz SundaySunday, April 8, 10amWestminster SanctuaryThe popular Jazz Sunday returns to Westminster with a swinging program complementing our worship service. Led by Westminster’s own, Karla Killinger, the program will feature the skills of local professionals and Westminster members, and will showcase the music of the big band era. Jazz Sunday will surely have you toe-tapping during and after the service!

Join us as we witness the promise of the resurrection together. We joyfully proclaim the good news that is at the very heart of the Gospel: that Jesus Christ is risen from the dead. Our Worship will be led by the Westminster Chorale, Brass, and Organ. Easter is a time of celebration, reflection, and renewal. It’s a time when we can appreciate the beauty and potential of fresh starts and new beginnings.

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Organ and Winds RecitalSunday, February 11, 3pmWestminster Sanctuary