The Pavilion dedication for Dr. John Sellers, Sr., Oct, 16, 2021 From Left to right, Top to Bottom – Dedication in the pavilion, Musicians in the service (Helmut Linne von Berg, Jim Heimbach), Reception in the Pavilion, Memories of John (Mahmud Syed)
About 40 people came out in pouring rain for a program of prayer, music, memories and reception on Oct. 16, 2021.
The event was moved inside the church because of the 3 hour downpour outside. The quietness of the church fit well with the program, especially the music which included pieces John loved and a selection of hymns from earlier Gospel on the River events.
After the program inside there was a reception of sandwiches, cookie and other light fare. Catherine said the prayers and dedication at that time.
Videos and Photos below
Videos
1. Welcome and Dedication
2. “Shall We Gather at the River”
3. “Down upon the Rappahannock”
John Sellers discovered this piece in his research and it subsequently has been adopted as Port Royal’s official song
4. “Ashokan Farewell”
5. Memories of John – Mahmud Syed
6. Dedication and Prayer at the Pavilion
Photos
Pavilion Dedication, Oct. 16, 2021(full size gallery)