By Kristin
FFS students enjoyed a special Christmas presentation when the Hancock Community Choir came to the school for a Christmas Cantata called Child of Hope. Directed by Brenda Rood and accompanied by FFS alumna Carmen Scott, the show gave a Christmas message of encouragement and peace.
The presentation blended familiar carols with new music, with a narrative in between. FFS students Zoe D’Angelo and Alex Hays participated in the chorus.
“We had two hour rehearsals every Sunday for months. Sometimes I would be tempted to just give it up, but it was really worth it in the end. The effort we all put into the performance definitely paid off,” said D’Angelo.
The two FFS students participating shared the spotlight, singing the Christmas classic “Silent Night” as a duet.
The chorus as a whole was an incredibly diverse group, which made it very special. Participants’ ages ranged from as young as twelve to senior citizens. Grandparents sang next to their grandchildren in worship, and relatives watched from the audience as well. The beautiful show left FFS students speechless, enamored with the powerful spiritual message and hearts full of Christmas spirit.
