Hickson United congregation donates electric piano to Grace United Church

Members of the former Hickson United Church presented their congregation’s electric piano to Grace United Church on Sunday. From left: Kim McLaren, Kathy and Fred Chilvers, Nancy Weicker, Nathaniel Cook, Allison Cross, Ruth Ross, Ross Struthers and Anne King. In front is Marilyne Nystrom, music and choir director at Grace United Church. Gary West photo

By Gary West

When members of the former Hickson United Church joined the congregation at Grace United Church in Tavistock, they wanted to express their appreciation for the warm welcome they received. On Sunday, they did just that by presenting Grace United with a special gift – their church’s electric piano.

The instrument was brought to the service and officially donated for permanent use in the Grace United auditorium. In the past, when a piano was needed for summer services, concerts or family gatherings, volunteers had to move one from an adjacent room. With this donation, the auditorium now has a dedicated instrument that will remain in place for years to come.

As the announcement was made during the service, the Grace United congregation responded with enthusiastic applause, grateful for a gift that will support worship, community events and musical programming well into the future.