Singoff at the OK Chorale

On Saturday, January 25th, members of the Holy Family choir performed a fundraiser concert, Funds received offset the cost of participating in a large choir ensemble performance at Lincoln Center in New York City in May 2020 under the composer Pepper Choplin. The concert featured a variety of vocal acts including Broadway numbers,  classical selections, sacred pieces, and a crowd sing-along. To make an online donation to support the choir’s trip in May, please click HERE.

Click each link below to view videos from this performance.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Easter 2019

 
Holy Family celebrated the Resurrection of our Lord at Easter Vigil and on Easter Day services. Photos from worship, Easter Brunch, and the annual Easter egg hunt are available by clicking HERE. You may view videos of Easter homilies and choir anthems by clicking the links below.
 
Easter Vigil homily:
by the Reverend Cathy Gray
 
Easter Vigil choir anthem:
 
Easter homily:
by the Reverend Bruce W. Gray
 
Easter choir anthem:


Holy Week 2019

Holy Family held several services during Holy Week including ones on Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday. Photos are available by clicking HERE. Click the links below to hear the homily and choir anthem from Palm Sunday.
 
Palm Sunday homily:
A Story of Two Processions
by the Reverend Bruce W. Gray
 
Palm Sunday anthem:
Let Sweet Hosannas Ring
by the Holy Family choir
 


Pentecost 2017

On Saturday, June 3rd,  Holy Family held it’s annual Pentecost celebration. This year our prayer service was organized by our own Deacon Cathy Scott. Music was provided by the youth of Holy Family led by guitarist Connor Wilson.

The Pentecost prayer service was held in our outdoor chapel. It was a hot day – we certainly felt the heat of the Holy Spirit!
 

An unusual feature of this year’s service was the reading of a portion of Acts 2 in multiple languages. Readers, shown above, were Jolene Johnston (Polish), Dan Chillemi (Spanish), Ian Johnston (French), Bob Murray (Italian), and Kristine Canter (German.)

 
Following the prayer service we held our traditional “Tongues of Fire” pitch-in picnic with entree items grilled by members of our Brotherhood of St. Andrew chapter. Families enjoyed the beautiful weather, played frisbee, and kids jumped in the bounce house. It was an incredible day of food, fellowship, and the fire of the Holy Spirit. For more information about upcoming events at Holy Family, please contact our church office. admin@hfec.org
 


2017 Lenten Lock-In

 
On March 24th, members of Holy Family’s Youth Group hosted a Lenten Lock-In for 21 students from our community. Please CLICK HERE to view photos and descriptions of all the activities shared by our youth. For more information about Holy Family’s Youth Group, please contact Youth Director Marty Blake. mblake@hfec.org


Celebration of Ministry: The Reverend Michael Galvin

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On Sunday, January 8, 2017 Holy Family celebrated nearly ten years of ministry with the Reverend Michael Galvin. We shared one worship service together at 10 AM and concluded with a special liturgy to end a pastoral relationship. Following the service, we celebrated the entire Galvin family at a reception held in their honor. Additional photos from the celebration are available by clicking HERE.
In an effort to share as much of this special day with family and friends who could not join us, please enjoy the following videos from different portions of the worship service.
 
 

 
 

The staff and congregation of Holy Family Episcopal Church wish Father Mike, Rachelle, Kelsey, and Abby Galvin all of God’s blessings as they embark on another new journey together. We will miss you terribly!



Epiphany Barbershop Quartet

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Holy Family’s “Ragtime Gals” presented “With Wondering Awe” arranged by Joe Johnson during today’s 10 AM worship service. Singers are, from left to right: Marty Blake, Ben Paden, Scott Johnston, and Doug Tannas.

 

With Wondering Awe – Barbershop Quartet

 Video credit: Ruth Everett
 
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