T.J. Thomas to present '10 Hymns You Need to Discover' June 6
What makes a good hymn? T.J. Thomas, minister of music at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Lewes, will present "Ten Hymns You Need to Discover" at 7 p.m., Thursday, June 6, as part of St. Peter's Summer Spirituality Series. In an interactive workshop with congregational singing and time for questions, Thomas will present a selection of 10 hymns from various faith traditions and offer commentary on the textual and musical attributes of each.
In his role as minister of music, Thomas oversees a growing music ministry including vocal choirs for children and adults, a handbell program for beginning and advanced ringers, regular services of Choral Evensong and sung Compline, a concert series and the annual residency of a prominent Anglican church musician.
During his undergraduate career, Thomas served on the music staff at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Pro-Cathedral in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., under the direction of his organ teacher and mentor, Canon Mark Laubach. An active member of the Royal School of Church Music in America, Thomas has been on the staff of the King’s College choir training course since 2007. He is also active in the American Guild of Organists, currently serving on the executive committee of the Southern Delaware Chapter, and the Association of Anglican Musicians, for which he helped plan the 2012 national conference in Philadelphia, Pa. Thomas received his bachelor’s degree in music from Marywood University in Scranton, Pa.
Each Thursday night through Aug. 29, expert presenters will engage participants in the parish hall of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church at 211 Mulberry St., Lewes from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Fellowship and locally owned King's ice cream will follow each presentation. All are invited to attend these free sessions, which are designed for reflection and dialogue.
In addition to providing spiritual resources for those seeking greater understanding of their own religion, or learning about others, Seekers uses the net proceeds from its store to help those in need, including the Cape Henlopen Food Basket, Doctors Without Borders, and work in Haiti and Centro Infantil in San Miguel de Allende.
For hours, information or a full listing of guest speakers, visit www.seekerslewes.com or call 302-645-9916. To learn more about St. Peter's Episcopal Church, go to www.stpeterslewes.org or call the office at 302-645-8479.
