Are you ready to ignite the joy of the holiday season through song? Join us, hosts Greg Thomas, Dorian Johnson and Mietta Stancil-Farrar, as we unwrap the significance of singing during the Christmas holiday, community singing and the hymn of the week, "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel". We dive deep into the biblical references of this beautiful hymn, unearthing its rich connections to Old Testament prophecies. This beautiful hymn isn't just for Christmas - its timeless message brings comfort and hope all year round.

Our CRQ prompts a length offering on the role of technology in choir rehearsals. You might be surprised by the power of simple tools like MP3's, YouTube, and today's digital technology. We share our own experiences, successes and challenges, and offer advice on how to incorporate these tools into your own choir practices. From familiarizing your choir with new hymns, to fostering a sense of community, technology offers a wealth of benefits. We also discuss a variety of software and apps that can bring your choir rehearsals into the modern age - offering everything from digital songbooks to rehearsal scheduling.

In the final segment of our podcast, we challenge you to think about the power of technology and song in engaging the younger generation in the church. Greg then takes us to the "Thought of the Week" as he reflects on the role of singing in the Christmas season and how our worship should be shaped by the life of Christ - His birth, His life, His death, His resurrection and His return. We explore biblical passages that command us to praise God through song, and encourage listeners to keep Christ at the center of their Christmas celebrations. So, forget about the hustle and bustle of the season, and join us in a celebration of joy and song. Let's make this Christmas about the true reason for our worship - Christ.

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