Let me personally say thank you for the support and sacrifice given by attending our Saturday rehearsal in preparation for both Hanging of the Greens and Christmas Hope.  We all know the burden placed upon us this year for these holiday services has been quite overwhelming and consuming due to a late start, and that without any preplanning.  Thus, instead of us controlling the schedule, the urgency of meeting the demands of these services has controlled us.  Take comfort that the fruits of your efforts for the Hanging of the Greens were shown by the many who stayed a long time following the service at the reception. 

Still, we have a huge task before us in preparation for Christmas Hope on Dec. 15 and 16.  It is crucial that everyone spend as much time as possible practicing the music at home.  Utilize the listening files on this blog.

I want you to know that I am happy to be serving alongside you here at FCNB.  There is light at the end of the tunnel, but let's go the extra mile these next to weeks to ensure that those in attendance at Christmas Hope will experience the same beauty and quality they've come to expect from us.

My prayers are with you.

Todd