Music Partnership Program

“Joy That Will Calm The Heart”
(from the liner notes of the CD)

The meaning and power of words and phrases change over the years. New words and phrases also enter into the language all the time. For instance, the word ‘text’ has always been a noun referring to the words of a written document. Today, it has gained the added meaning of something we do—in 140 characters or less. The word ‘text’ has also become a verb!

Some words and phrases, however, seem to hold their meaning throughout the ages. In the Gospel of Luke, when the angel appears to the shepherds to announce the birth of Jesus, we find this phrase in the King James translation of the text: “good tidings of great joy.” The language may be a bit old fashioned, but the meaning still rings true and clear. There is one small thing, however, that many people may not be aware of about this very familiar text.

The Greek word translated as “joy” is χαρά (transliterated in English as chara, pronounced

khar-ah'). People pretty much know what “joy” means in English, but the Greek word chara carries more meaning than our English word “joy.” It carries the idea of “calmness.” The joy that is being spoken of is not just a feeling of delight or great happiness, but also carries with it the sense of a ‘calm delight.’ The “joy” that the angel announces then is “good news” because it will bring both delight and calm in the midst of the turmoil and trials of life. It is, therefore, the kind of joy that will calm the heart!

“Joy that will calm the heart.” That is a good phrase to describe what Community Missions strives to do every day—provide assistance for those who are in the midst of turmoil and trials because they are homeless, need food and clothing, or are struggling with mental illness. The Mission helps restore

stability and calmness so that Joy can once again take hold in troubled hearts.

“Joy that will calm the heart” is also a good phrase to describe what your gift of purchasing of

“Joy 2011” will help provide to our neighbors in need.  Proceeds from the sale of this CD will help the Mission provide emergency food, shelter, and clothing to those in crisis. It will help us provide essential services for those living with mental illness, and for at-risk youth. We also believe that this wonderful music and these heartfelt performances will also bring you a joy that will calm your heart.

Yours in Christ,

Rev. Mark H. Breese

Agency Minister & Director of Ministry and Community Partnerships

Special Thanks!

There is so much that goes into a project like this that there inevitably are some special thanks that are in order. So, thank you to: Gregg Birke of St. Paul Lutheran Church, in North Tonawanda, NY who fearlessly stepped up to be the recording engineer for Revelation and for the Anointed Voices of Praise-- we can truly say that this CD may not have happened without his help; First Baptist Church in Niagara Falls, NY for once again opening their doors for a recording space when there was no room at any of the other inns; Ryan Babcock for the wonderfully artistic cover design; and Michael Depew of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Burt, NY for being so organized with the paper work for such a large choir. And of course thank you to the following churches, organizations, and performers for being being part of the CMI Music Partnership Program for this CD:

Revelation &

Dana Eric Misenheimer

St. Paul Lutheran Church

453 Old Falls Blvd.

North Tonawanda, NY 14120

Phone: (716) 692-3255

www.stpaulnt.com

To Contact Revelation:

Pam Birke: pam@buffalo.com

To Contact Dana Misenheimer

danaericmise@verizon.net

Endymion

For more info. and bookings for Endymion, contact Karen Koch. Email: kktonawanda@aol.com

Phone: (716) 435- 6142

Eagle Psalms

Eagle Psalms Music

62 Enola Avenue, Upper

Kenmore, NY  14217

songseeds@hotmail.com

Combined St. Andrew’s &

St. John’s Episcopal Choir

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church

2239 West Creek Rd.

Burt, NY 14028-0133

Phone: (716) 778-7633

www.standrewsburt.com

St. John’s Episcopal Church

431 Lake Street (Rt. 425),

Wilson, NY 14172 

Phone: (716) 751-6109

www.stjohnswilson.com

Joanne Lorenzo

The Magdalene Project

1910 Falls Street

Niagara Falls, NY 14303

Phone: (716) 282 - 0908

www.themagdaleneproject.net

For more info. and bookings contact The Magdalene Project.

Anointed Voices of Praise

Christ Redemption Tabernacle

339 22nd Street & Niagara St.

Niagara Falls, NY 14303

Phone: (716) 285-2990

www.christredemption.org

For info. and bookings, please contact Holly Parker: hollparker412@gmail.com

Kenneth D. Walker

Ken has been a recipient of services from Community Missions. He may be contacted through the Mission at

(716) 285-3403 ext. 2259

Liner notes

1)            Go Tell it on the Mountain *                       2:38

Anointed Voices of Praise

Vocals: Kary Dobbs, Nicole Dobbs, Kevanne Dobbs.

2)            A’ Soalin’                            3:30

Endymion

Written by: Paul Stookey, Batteast, E. Messetti

© WB Music Corp.

Robbie Krizan: Guitar/Vocals. Joy Hardbattle: Fiddle/Vocals. Karen Koch: Tin Whistle/Vocals. Stephanie Leguori: Harp/Vocals. Maureen Bluett: Mandolin/Percussion/Vocals.

3)            Angels We Have Heard on High *                                              2:03

Revelation

Dana Eric Misenheimer: Acoustic Guitar. Pamela Birke: Keyboards/Vocals. Nicole Corsaro: Vocals. Rachel Birke: Vocals. Kenneth Birke: Drums. Arr. by P. Birke.

4)            When Will the Little King Come                                  3:23

Combined St. Andrew’s and St. John’s Episcopal Choir

Composer: Ruth E. Schram

© Alfred Publishing Co. 

Director: Joseph Jr.         Breczka.

Alto: Lois Carter, Liz Depew, Nicki Knott, Nancy  Pestinger, Amanda Scott.

Bass: Michael Depew, Seth         Gregg, Paul Mayer, Matthew Pestinger.

Soprano: Lois Bateman, Denise Failla, Cynthia Harrington, Stacy Lampman, Shirley Litz, Dale

Nikitas, Reannon Rohring.

Tenor: Justin Naylor, Kathleen Gregg, Margaret Moran, Douglas Wintersteen.

5)            Silent Night *                                                     4:40

Revelation

Dana Eric Misenheimer: Acoustic Guitar. Nicole Corsaro: Lead Vocals. Pamela Birke: Keyboards/Vocals. Rachel Birke: Flute/Vocals. Kenneth Birke: Drums. Arr. by P. Birke.

6)            Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella                                                 1:54

Peter Green (Acc. By Joanne Lorenzo)

Piano Arr. By Joanne Lorenzo.                   

7)            I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day *                                       2:29

Dana Eric Misenheimer

8)            Away In a Manger *                                                        2:37

Pamela & Rachel Birke

Pamela Birke: Keyboard/Vocals. Rachel Birke: Vocals/Flute. Arr. by P. Birke.

9)            My Heart, Your Bethlehem                                                          4:27

Combined St. Andrew’s and St. John’s Episcopal Choir

Composed by: Ruth E. Schram & David Gaines.

©The Lorenz Corporation.

10) I Saw Three Ships                                                     2:30

Endymion

Robbie Krizan; Guitar/Vocals. Joy Hardbattle: Fiddle/Vocals. Karen Koch: Tin Whistle/Vocals. Maureen Bluett: Mandolin/Percussion/Vocals.

11) Huron Carol                                 3:06

Eagle Psalms - Peter Green

Recorded at the Jesus Weasel Lounge, Kenmore, NY.

12) The First Nowell                                        4:11

Kenneth D. Walker (Acc. By Joanne Lorenzo)

Piano Arr. By Joanne Lorenzo.

13) O Holy Night *                                            5:16

Kary Dobbs (of The Anointed Voices of Praise)

14) On This Day Earth Shall Ring *                                              3:04

Pamela & Rachel Birke

Pamela Birke: Keyboards/Vocals, Rachel Birke: Tenor Sax/Vocals. Arr. by P. Birke

15) O Come, O Come Emmanuel *                                                           4:11

Revelation

Pamela Birke: Keyboards/Lead vocals Verse 1 & 4. Nicole Corsaro: Lead Vocals Verse 2 & 3. Kenneth Birke: Percussion. Arr. by P. Birke.

Recording Engineer: Mark Breese except: * Gregg Birke, ** Peter Green.

All songs mixed and mastered by Mark Breese except: ** mixed by Peter Green.

© 2011 Community Missions of Niagara Frontier, Inc., 1570 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14303

(716) 285-3403 ● mbreese@communitymissions.org ● www.communitymissions.org

Produced in association with Eagle Psalms Music. All songs ASCAP unless otherwise noted. All songs used by permission. Producer: Rev. Mark H. Breese.

Joy 2011 and our previous Christmas CD’s may be ordered online and are available for download at www.communitymissions.org/music.

Thank you to Valvoline Instant Oil Change for being a Liner Notes Sponsor for this CD. Please visit them online at www.vioc.com.

Support for the CMI Music Partnership Program has also been provided by the following partners. Please visit them online today.

PreSonus, Guitar Center, Website Music Player

If you would like to support Community Missions by being a performer or sponsor  for our next Christmas CD, Annual Gospel Fest, or other music projects, please contact us today at: mbreese@communitymissions.org.