For Lent 2010, First Lutheran's choir, under Mr. Bill Hively has producted some wonderful liturgial music. In the spirit of the season, the music is somber and reflective. A perfect example of this is In the Time of Lent, written by the Reformation Lutheran Organist, Mrs. Mildred Benke, prior to Reformation's incorporation into First Lutheran in 1972. This is typical of the strong musical tradition that characterizes our church in particular and Lutheranism in general.

The Lenten Prayer writen by Pergolessi (1710 - 1736) is another mediative piece, whose mood recalls Christ's trial in the wilderness and His suffering in the Cross.


Jesus is a Rock is a traditional American ballad, whose slow temp emphasizes Christ's constancy in a world where suffering and disappointment are all too common

This somber music of Lent will seque to music that is far more joyous , the Sunday after Easter when FLCR will host an Alleluia Service at 6:30 p.m. All are invited to attend.