Today's Scripture Reflection
Peter Crisafulli, Minister of Music
Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let the sea resound, and all that is in it. Let the fields be jubilant, and everything in them; let all the trees of the forest sing for joy.
Psalm 96:11-12

Alleluia! We are still celebrating the Great Fifty Days of Easter! Christ our Lord is risen. Alleluia!

The “feeling tone” of Psalm 96 resonates with the joy of Easter and the beauty of spring as everything bursts forth with new life. All creation rejoices in the glory of God!

In the midst of our present situation, the extravagance of foliage bursting into leaf and bloom gives a glimpse of the glory of God’s creation, as well as a reminder that He is active in the world, that He is in control, that He loves and cares for us.

Today’s Musical Moment features one of my favorite keyboard pieces from the Elizabethan era, “The Leaves bee Greene” by William Inglot, an English composer who was a Chorister, Lay Clerk, and Organist at Norwich Cathedral.
"The Leaves bee Greene" by William Inglot

Played by Peter Crisafulli, All Saints Church, May 2020

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I’m playing this for no other reason than for the sheer joy and delight this composition imparts, which in it’s own way gives glory and praise to God. I invite you to listen with the hope that the joy and delight of this music will refresh you in mind and spirit.

With blessings,
Peter
"Let Us Pray"
For the Beauty of the Earth, Book of Common Prayer 840
We give you thanks, most gracious God, for the beauty of earth and sky and sea; for the richness of mountains, plains, and rivers; for the songs of birds and the loveliness of flowers. We praise you for these good gifts, and pray that we may safeguard them for our posterity. Grant that we may continue to grow in our grateful enjoyment of your abundant creation, to the honor and glory of your Name, now and for ever. Amen.
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