Church!

This piece is a celebration of the Black church experience. The 4 sections highlight important components of the service. Prayer and Consecration is a quiet time of centering and stillness. This time is used to prepare the congregation to receive what will take place throughout the service. Praise and Worship draws the congregation in to participate in a corporate experience. There are often “leaders” during this part of the service, but the congregation is invited to participate in the ways in which they are willing able. During Communion, time is allowed for personal reflection. The tone is often somber and contemplative but almost always followed by a joyful moment. The steady beat of the Shout encourages movement and even dancing! This moment during service is characterized by boisterous, percussive music played as fast as people are able to dance.