The Second Baptist Church of Suffield is pleased to announce the return of the Suffield Community Christmas Concert, which will take place on Sunday, December 17 at 3 p.m.
The Community Christmas Concert has become a town tradition over the years and will be coordinated by the Director of Music Ministries, Anthony Ferreira. Expect local musicians, vocalists, and school groups to share their talents with the town during this event to celebrate the Christmas season. While there is no cost to attend, there will be an opportunity to donate a free-will offering to benefit the Fuel Bank administered by the Suffield Community Aid Association.
Attendees will be treated to performances from a wide variety of musical groups and individuals of all ages. The church has hosted groups from the Suffield schools, the various Second Baptist Church choirs and groups, piano and organ duets, instrumental groups, and various soloists. The musical line-up changes every year making every concert unique and special. What has remained constant is the amazing musical talent in Suffield and the surrounding communities.
As always, the most popular group to be featured has always been the assembled audience! It has become a tradition for everyone to join in and sing familiar carols throughout the concert. Very few – if any – concerts feature “The Twelve Days of Christmas” as performed at this event. Anyone who has attended this show can attest to the enthusiasm and joy this especially interactive piece promotes – you need to come experience it for yourself.
The community spirit continues after the concert when all are invited to a reception of light refreshments in the Church’s Fellowship Hall. The reception offers everyone the opportunity of visiting with each other as well as the various performers.
Come join your friends and neighbors for an afternoon of Christmas music, cheer, friendship, and fun. Feel free to tap your foot, sing along, hum under your breath, or just smile while you enjoy the music of the season.