We sincerely regret having to cancel our announced April Hymnfest.

However, we are still here for you . . .

Our Second Season continues . . .

May 21, 2023

2:30

at Zion Church, Didsbury, Alberta

                           Come and sing your beloved traditional hymns,                                with folks from all across Cenral Alberta 

and enjoy special music by . . .

Nancy Unsworth

and the Ransomed Union Band  

Special refreshments following.

Nancy and the five piece band are Edmonton, Alberta based. They have a unique mix of gospel music: country, southern and blues. Their music combines     traditional favorites, modern gospel, new originals, all with live music.

The band’s mission is to bless others through their ministry.

Nancy, the dynamic lead singer and song writer, is a Nashville, Tennessee, and Canadian recording artist. She began singing at four years old. She is committed to full time service for the Lord to be a blessing to others through her music. Nancy also plays flutes and whistles. Her ministry takes her throughout Canada and the U.S.A., while enjoying a busy life in Saint Albert, Alberta.

Are you interested in joining our Gospel Hymnfest House Band?

If so, let Debbie know: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

~ Hymnfest Events ~

Each of our Hymnfest events will start at 2:30. Following the singing and concert y'alls are invited for coffee and goodies.

Our "Gospel Hymnfest" house band, song leaders and technical supporters consist of people from several churches: including ZEMC, and the Olds First Baptist. They are:

Bonnie Steckly - Piano          Dave Hooper - Piano/Key Board          Simon Larouge - Drummer        Priscilla Anderson - Violin      Mark Reimer - Accordian            Emcee/Song Leader: Debbie Wagner                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Kay Mierendorf, our master of "Media Shout", displays the words on the screen. Many folks are used to this format. Everyone will also have access to hymnals that are located on the back of chairs.  

We are pleased to have Rod Johnson and Trevor Quantz from First Baptist, Olds, as our experienced sound controllers.

Bud Parry is our treasurer. The offerings will support our guest musicians and assist with various other costs. Zion Church sponors Hymnfest enabling us to offer receipts for any donation of $20 or more.

Ken Lumbis, our in-house coffee specialist, brews it for us at each event. Each event ends with sit down refreshments.

There are over 20 folks involved to make each event work. We are so pleased with all the volunteers who help make each Hymnfest run smoothly. These include greeters and ushers, folks who prepare and serve coffee and goodies, setting up and taking down tables and chairs, assisting with advertising, pastors, church support staff, and much more.

We have been very pleased with the enthusiasic response of each one of you that we have invited to be part of this monthly event. 

Expect folks to turn to Jesus. Many hearts will be encouraged with these beautiful old hymns and guest musicians. 

Arnold is responsible for promotion. He will also be doing a bit of emceeing and making sure the events run smoothly. He worked with Jim and Twyla Penner to build this Gospel Hymnfest website. He has gathered a Canada Post mailing list of 60 churches across central Alberta and sends posters to them each month.                                                                                 

Debbie sends emails each month to over 100 folks each month. Please let her know if you would like an email letting you know each month about the upcoming Hymnfest. Send her your email to her email adress below.

Debbie also looks after the music, does a bit of emceeing, singing, guitar playing and securing special guests each month.

Larry and Debi Hooper occasionally help with the events. We are so thankful for their voices, insight and knowledge of the ZEMC stage, sound system and musicians. We appreciate their encouragement.

If you have any questions, concerns, ideas or helpful information please give one of us a call or send an email.

Thanks to our Gospel Hymnfest team members for your keen and open hearts to serve our Lord and community through musical praise and worship.

In sweet anticipation of that glorious day when we shall see our Lord face to face,

Debbie and Arnold

Debbie – 403-991-0603    This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Arnold – 587-321-0517   This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

REVISED  February 28, 2023