we have always gotten good feedback. I think
the Holy Spirit loves these songs, because the lyrics are
Biblical and the melodies exalt Christ... Personally,
I prefer songs which have a quiet, praising melody.
Your songs, even the upbeat ones, have this nature."
St Peters's Church has always been known as a "singing church". Since its founding, there has always been a St Peters's Church choir. According to historical records, one of the men involved in the planning and construction of the church, from 1869 to the church's dedication in 1872, was Gabriel Senderling. He was the first choir director and song leader. He also conducted a singing school in the community. Although no bulletin survives for the Services of Dedication on June 9, 1872, we can be reasonably sure that Mr. Senderling's choir was singing on that day.
Homecoming has and continues to be, a day of great celebration at Peter's Chapel. Under the direction of Edgar Thompson in the 1940's, 1950's, and early 1960's, the choir sang for each service. The choir continues to perform special anthems for the Homecomings each October.