Chanting Workshop for Congregations (read the lyrics)
The musical selections in this workshop are simple, single verse melodies that are easily learned by anyone who likes to sing. The experience of singing together with the confidence that these pieces foster raises group energy level and deepens the spiritual experience for each person.
The workshop is in three parts:
- sing through all pieces to gain familiarity
- beginning with prayer-filled intention, move through all selections in a non-stop flow of chanting, connecting background music, silence
- returning to the present moment, discuss personal reaction to the experience
- And I Give Thanks For Life
- Since God Is All There Is
- Let It Be Easy
- Hold Me
- Only You Can Know
- You're Part Of Me
- Peace, Be Still
- God And I Are One
- Am I Willing?
- As God
- Gift Of Life
The chants move from upbeat and inviting:
to stillness:
to reentry into the joy and spiritual connection with all life:
Whether your group is the Sunday morning congregation, participants at a spiritual retreat, or perhaps an experienced choir ready for some simple nourishment, this workshop is for you.
By Jeanne Loehnis, June 2008