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WELCOME TO NEW MEMBERS
Fall 2003
Dear New PUGE member:
On behalf of the Princeton
University Gospel Ensemble and its executive board, it is our
pleasure to welcome you as a new member of the ensemble and to offer
thanks for your enthusiasm and interest in the group. We are
glad you have decided to join us as we continue to do our part to
enrich the spiritual life here at Princeton.
The ensemble was founded over
twenty-five years ago and reformed shortly thereafter. Our
principal objective is to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ through
the diverse ministry of gospel music. In addition, we provide,
for one another, the spiritual support and encouragement that is so
crucial for those who wish to follow God's plan and to be effective
emissaries for Him on campus.
We offer two annual
concerts–one during each semester. They are the focus of our
efforts, during which we present our message in a concentrated and
heartfelt manner. As frequently as possible, we invite other
gospel groups to join us in worshipping and praising God. In
addition, we sing at several university-related events, ranging from
Black History Month activities to the University Hallelujah
services. We have also performed at nearby churches and
various other community locations. More substantial trips are
in the works, and we encourage you to join us in energetically and
prayerfully continuing in the path that God has set for us.
As far as rehearsals go, the
ensemble meets twice a week from 6:30 to 8:00pm on Wednesdays and
Fridays. Rehearsals are 1.5 hours long provided that everyone
arrives on time and starts promptly. They are held in the
Chapel Crypt, located in the basement of the Chapel. It is
essential that every member attend as many rehearsals as possible.
If we are unsure of the words we are singing, we are incapable of
effectively reaching our audience. Moreover, as stated
earlier, reaching others with the Good News is our principal
objective. To make a long story short, come to each rehearsal
ready to learn and prepared for worship. If you cannot attend
a rehearsal, or if you must arrive late or leave early, please
e-mail Keita at
krose@princeton.edu.
We will work with each of you,
both musically and spiritually, to help you achieve your full
potential. PUGE is a choir that seeks to grow. As such,
we always value your input and your ideas. If you want to be
an officer or take on a more active role in the choir, please speak
with Calida.
Once again, we want you to know
how happy we are that you have decided to join us, and we extend our
warmest welcome to you. Remember, you are just as important to
the group as anyone else. Don't hold back! We want your
advice, so don't hesitate to bring your ideas to the attention of an
officer. Once again, WELCOME!!!
The Princeton University Gospel
Ensemble
President: Calida Motley '06
Vice-President: Temitayo
Ogunbiyi '06
Treasurer: Maurice Davis '05
Co-Director: Maurice Davis '05
Co-Director: Shantal Souvenir
'05
Recording Secretary: Keita
Rose-Atkinson '06
Corresponding Secretary:
Crystel Harris '06
Musical Librarian/Historian:
Rhonda Fitzgerald '06
Chaplain: Troy Savage '05
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