Convocatin “1!;le m '4 * 3' ~ 25., y . '_ i l {4 w Iupi lily For Martin Luther King Day, Augsburg College invited Charles MclJew to lead the convocation. Mr. McDew talked about his life in relation to important issues, such as human rights, local black leadership, and the fight against racism. l... Show moreConvocatin “1!;le m '4 * 3' ~ 25., y . '_ i l {4 w Iupi lily For Martin Luther King Day, Augsburg College invited Charles MclJew to lead the convocation. Mr. McDew talked about his life in relation to important issues, such as human rights, local black leadership, and the fight against racism. l was told by multiple sources that it was an interesting convocation that caught many people's attention and was well attended. Charles McDew attended many of the sit-ins that were going on in the South during the Civil Rights Movement. His story, like many others who spoke at Augsburg convocations, was touching and allowed students a glimpse into how someone can help change the world we live in today. Photo by: Stephen Gefer Show less
In 1980, Augsburg Choir director Larry Fleming's vision for the first Advent Vespers was unlike any other. Among many holiday performances, Augsburg's program would offer a spiritual experiencea service with both music and liturgyand the focus would be on Advent, preparing and waiting for Christ... Show moreIn 1980, Augsburg Choir director Larry Fleming's vision for the first Advent Vespers was unlike any other. Among many holiday performances, Augsburg's program would offer a spiritual experiencea service with both music and liturgyand the focus would be on Advent, preparing and waiting for Christ's presence. From this first service. Advent Vespers grew to four services. In 2008, more than 10,000 people attended, making this Augsburg‘s largest event of the year. This year, as Advent Vespers celebrated its 301h anniversary, a fifth service was added, at 2 pm. on Saturday, offering a daytime service to more easily accommodate larger groups of visitors. Augsburg's partnership with Central Lutheran Church in downtown Minneapolis, with its majestic sanctuary and stained- glass windows, allows Advent Vespers to be unique "We can create the essence of a Christmas concert and transform it into not just a concert but a spiritual experience," says Peter Hendrickson '76, Advent Vespers anistic director and director of choral activities. "The liturgical elements transform the music to a deeper level." Over the years the Advent Vespers services have stayed the same more than they have changed, says Pastor Dave Wold, campus pastor and director of ministries. "My fascination is with Advent Vespers as a service, and we work hard to keep it close to a theme and give a message of hope for the season." While the liturgical party that carry bells, banners, the cross, and the Gospel has grown in numbers, and four choirs now feature more than 250 singers, the experience has remained constant. The liturgical journey begins in darkness with "0 Come, 0 Come. Emmanuel," moves to recognition and joyful celebration of Christ's birth, and ends with quiet reflection in the warm candlelight of "Silent Night." Music professor and organist Stephen Gabrielsen '63, who has played for all but one Advent Vespers service when he was on sabbatical, recalls that the weather has also been constantthere has never been a service cancelled on this first weekend of December because of winter weatherln 2004, to mark Advent Vespers‘ 25m anniversary, TPT—2 public television made a recording of the service, which continues to be shown each year on public television, and received a regional Emmy for its technical production. Recordings in both DVD and CD format are available through Augsburg's Music Depanment. Anicle by Betsey Norgard. Augsburg New Fall 2009 Show less
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