An Extraordinary Dedication
The Window, July 2008

The second Sunday in June is an important one in the life of our church. That Sunday is the occasion, each year, to honor Heritage Members. We honor those who have been members of the congregation for 50 years or more. Although there were no new 50-year members this year, it was a joy to recognize and celebrate the 35 Heritage members.

The second Sunday in June is also when we offer our thanks and appreciation to the Choirs. It is indeed a pleasure to thank our Director of Music Laura Ouimette, and the dedicated members of the Senior Choir, the Chime Choir, the Youth Choir and the Cherub Choir. There are over 40 members in all, and their efforts add so much beauty and inspiration to our services!

This year we extended special honors to David Chapman, who retires from the Senior Choir after singing for more than 65 years! David’s mother, Lucy Chapman, was the church organist and choir director for over 40 years, so it was natural that David and his five brothers would all sing with the choir. David has also served as the director of the Meriden chapter of the Barbershop Singers for over 40 years. This affiliation offered him the opportunity to travel around the country and sing! David’s daughter Eileen was a music teacher in North Haven, and served both Faith United Methodist Church and St. John’s Episcopal Church as organist and choir director. The gift of music runs abundantly through this family! We will miss his wonderful tenor, and his confidence in hitting all the right notes. We also know that David will enjoy singing from the pews. Thank you David, for your extraordinary dedication!

Shalom, Scott Morrow