ORGAN OUTREACH

This encouraged me to approach the church leadership to seek permission to source a replacement instrument which they agreed too.

Due to various reasons we knew that a pipe organ would be out of the question. During the lockdown essential building work took place so our funds were greatly depleted. I drew upon my experiences playing on a number of digital organs. and got in touch with Liz and Paul from Allen Organs. After visiting their showroom in High Wycombe I knew that I had found the perfect instrument for our church. Audio files and specs were sent to the music department and church members, and excitement grew. The church agreed to the purchase on the condition that we were able to raise the majority of the funds. The Hammond organ that was used only part time was sold, concerts and fundraisers were put on to help towards the organ project.

Present and Future

The Allen MDS60 organ was installed in August 2022 with its dedication service taking place the following week. Since then the organ has been that missing piece in our worship experience. The sound music fills the sanctuary again and draws visitors passing by on the road. This year I created my Music instagram page (after some encouragement) to share my love for church music. It is my hope that the organ will inspire the next generation of musicians at church in the same way it inspired me.

“My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise.” Psalm 57:7