SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Evangel University will host the 16th annual “Heritage of Hymns” concert presented by The Messiah Project on Saturday, Oct. 26 in Spence Chapel. The event is free and the community is invited to attend. The evening will begin at 6 p.m. with a prelude by local professional organists and a bell choir, followed by the concert at 7 p.m.
This year’s event includes a 60-voice community choir under the direction of Dr. Nathan Cornelius, a Southwest Missouri leader in choral conducting. Also featured are a full orchestra under the direction of Dr. Larry Dissmore, director of orchestra activities at Evangel University, and Ballet Excelsior, a premiere Christian dance company from Houston Texas under the direction of Liza Pollok and Sonja Staines.
This year’s theme of “Gathered as One” will be integrated throughout the evening’s performances with a focus on unity and peace.
The Messiah Project is a Christian fine arts organization headquartered in Springfield, Missouri whose visual, dramatic, and musical productions celebrate the Jewish and Christian heritage at the core of artistic culture. The organization was founded in 1992, and the Heritage of Hymns concert series began in 2008.
For more information visit https://messiahproject.org/upcoming-events-announcement/.
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Evangel University, with its embedded Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS), is a comprehensive Spirit-led Christian university located in Springfield, Missouri. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. Under the leadership of Dr. Mike Rakes, EU is committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to serve the Church and society globally and becoming compassionate innovators in their chosen vocations. EU offers more than 70-degree programs, including cutting-edge majors, pre- professional programs, and affordable and flexible online degree options.
EU is highly regarded and has been ranked:
- #1 Best College in Springfield & #2 Best Christian College in Missouri by Niche
- US News & World Report Best Colleges Top Performer in Social Mobility
- Colleges of Distinction Best Christian University
- Top 10 Best Universities by AcademicInfluence.com
- Third Most Beautiful Campus in the Midwest by Christian Colleges & Universities
- Top 10 Best Colleges in Missouri by BestColleges.com
With additional accreditations in business, counseling, music, social work, and theology and certification as an Excellence in Giving university, EU is focused on providing students with hands-on experience and real-world training for today’s professional careers. Learn more about the university at evangel.edu.