Perham and New York Mills Community Choir to present Christmas cantata; singers wanted – Perham Focus

Perham and New York Mills Community Choir to present Christmas cantata; singers wanted  Perham Focus

Anyone who loves to sing is encouraged to join the group for rehearsals and performances. PERHAM — The Perham and New York Mills Community Cantata Choir is once again assembling to prepare their Christmas Cantata. Rehearsals begin soon, and the choir is hoping for a large number of participants. Anyone who loves to sing is encouraged to join the group for rehearsals and performances. The choir practices every Sunday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. for six weeks. Rehearsals begin on Sunday, Nov. 1 at 3:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Perham. Sunday practices will alternate between St. Paul’s in Perham and Trinity Lutheran Church in New York Mills, so the Nov.

8 rehearsal will be at Trinity in New York Mills. Interested individuals can come to the first practice on Nov. 1, to get their start with the choir. Questions can be directed to Lisa Peterson, 218-371-7174, or Keith Hepola, 218-371-0604. The 2026 Community Christmas Cantata, "God Came Near," will be directed by Sheila Childs and accompanied by Janell Brakel. Performances will be Saturday, Dec. 12, at 5 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Perham and Sunday, Dec. 13, at 3 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in New York Mills. Attendees may contribute to a free will offering at either location. The Christmas cantata “God Came Near” celebrates the