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THE CARILLON Bells are the sound of the church through the ages. |
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Contact
the church if you would like the carillon to play for a specific occasion. (We can play any selections beginning with 11-16.) |
In
1968, electric chimes were installed and dedicated to the pioneers and past
members. The original system was updated in 2009 and replaced with a Chime
Master EZ Bells system that has over 600 musical selections to choose from.
Categories include hymns, classical songs, patriotic selections and music for
holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. The system can also play
bugle calls, worship bells, prayer bells, festive pealing bells, wedding
bells, funeral tolls and memorial bells. Currently
the community hears the Westminster chime every day at noon followed by two
hymns. The chimes also play before all worship services and at 7:00 p.m.
every evening. The evening
performance began as a tribute to first responders during the Covid lockdown
and was continued at the request of community members. The carillon also plays for special occasions such as the
Optimists’ Christmas event. On Remembrance Day, the flag in the Memorial
Garden is a meeting place for people who want to observe a quiet act of
remembrance. The carillon tolls at 11:00 a.m. and plays O Canada and several
hymns. It also plays O Canada on Canada Day. |
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