Saturday, February 8, 2014

THE EXECUTIVE TEAM OF 2013/2014


Name: Uju Ubah
Position: President 
Year and Program: 4th year Honors Life Science 
                         with a minor in Psychology
Interesting Fact: I love baking but I almost never eat what I bake.

Name: Danielle Lake
Position: Vice-President 
Year and Program: 4th year Honors English major 
                                  with a minor in Indigenous Studies
Interesting Fact: I write and perform spoken word.

Name: Ife Adesola
Position: Secretary
Year and Program: 3rd year Economics
Interesting Fact: I'm Nigerian-Canadian and I run a family 
                 business partnership with my sister.

Name: Keatha-Lee Robinson-Edwards
Position: Treasurer
Year and Program: 4th year Psychology, Neuroscience and Behaviour
Interesting Fact: I love to dance.

Name: Ednah Opoku-Dapaah
Position: Promotions
Year and Program: 2nd year Honours Life Science
Interesting Fact: I have a twin sister.

Name: David Lake
Position: Social Coordinator

Name: Kyle Boddie
Position: Co-Director
Year and Program: 2nd year Cognitive Science of Language 
       and French Double major
Interesting Fact: I have a twin brother and I enjoy songwriting.

Name: Emese Skyes
Position: Co-Director
Year & Program: 3rd year Double major in Cognitive 
                        Science of Language and English
Interesting Fact: My favourite book of the Bible is Ephesians.

Name: Dillanique Knight
Position: Fundraising Coordinator
Year and Program: 2nd year Justice Political Philosophy and Law
      with a double major in Biology
Interesting Fact: I have a pet cow.


Name: Jenelle Allison
Position: Co-Chaplin
Year and Program: 4th year Labour Studies
Interesting Fact: I play the piano, flute and saxophone.

Name: Jed Perada
Position: Co-Chaplin
Year and Program: 2nd year Life Science
Interesting Fact: I enjoy music, arts and film-related activities.

Monday, January 7, 2013

MGC ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS!!

Hello friends, so for the next 3 weeks McMaster Gospel Choir will be accepting new members to join choir...the new members will have to pay a one time 10$ fee to join. This will cover most your travelling cost and expenses for the term!

Practice is held every Wednesday at 7:00-9pm in TSH 118  ...we look forward to seeing many new faces.. PLEASE come out and enjoy and tell a friend!

Monday, November 19, 2012

Fall Concert this Wednesday

This Wednesday, November 21st @ 7:00pm ...McMaster Gospel Choir will be having their fall concert at Convocation Hall (@McMaster University)

Here is the Facebook Link to the Event

http://www.facebook.com/events/386235131456777/

DONATIONS AND TOYS WILL BE ACCEPTED BUT NOT MANDATORY ...for this FREE CONCERT!!

ALSO, on Thursday November 22... McMaster Gospel Choir will be singing at Lincoln Alexander's Home Church event starts @ 6:30pm

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

THE EXECUTIVE TEAM OF 2012/2013

(Jeremy Zuniga: Co-Director)
 (Tyshan Knight: Promoter) 
 (Danielle Lake: Co-Director)
 (Irene Wachira:  Fundraiser) 
 (Janay Simpson: Secretary) 
 (Rosalyn Kieft: Co-Chaplin) 
 (Genelle Appiah-Kubi: Treasurer) 
 (Melissa Thomas: Vice President) 
 (Mikayla Allen: Co-Chaplin) 
 (Uju Ubah: Social Conveyor) 
 (Kim  Marston: PRESIDENT!!!)
(BEAUTIFUL LADIES!-- Now let's SING) 

THIS SATURDAY!! MCMASTER'S SINGS AT G.I.V.E!!

Hello friends, just in case you did not know ....McMaster's Gospel Choir will be singing at G.I.V.E ...join us on Saturday October 20th at York University! Official Show starts at 6:30 p.m

Sunday, March 11, 2012

FINAL CONCERT OF THE YEAR 2012 MARCH 31ST

MAKE SURE YOU DON'T MISS IT!!

MGC will be having the final concert this month ...MARCH 31ST @ Westdale United (99 North Oval, Hamilton)  ... more information can be found on facebook!!

Get your tickets ASAP Adults 10$ Students and Seniors 8$ and children under 5 are FREE!!! it doesn't get better make sure your there to hear all the beautiful music that will be sung for God's GLORY!!! MANY FEATURED ACTS!!! Don't miss it

Sunday, January 15, 2012

MGC WINTER UPDATES!!

COME OUT TO CHOIR ... WE'RE ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS THIS WEEK...

UPDATES ON MGC : Just preformed in Toronto for the Martin Luther King Service and previously before that they were out ministering at McMaster World's Religion Day...  MANY MORE PERFORMANCES FOR THIS YEAR ...please come out and join and tell a friend about choir

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Sasha Mitchell: President

4th Year Honours in Life Science with a minor in Psychology

Enjoys traveling, listening to music and watching action movies

"along with success comes a reputation for wisdom"- Euripides













Lois Varughese: Vice President 


4th Year Philosophy with a minor Political Science

Just got engaged and feels blessed, encourages all young women to wait on the right man that God shows them

"We know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to his purpose" Romans 8:28










Narshara Peart: Chaplain 



3rd year honours in Sociology with a minor in Womens Studies

Here favourite colour is purple and she loves gummy candy!

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not to your own understanding" -Proverbs 3:5






Meet Julian: Chaplain (#2)  


5th year honours life science

He will do anything for homemade cookies, prefers the country more than the city and favourite colours blue

"it is good to trust in the Lord"- original












Tyshan Knight: Promotions


3rd year Religious Studies and Sociology

Has a passion for Jesus, he loves having fun
and going out, hopes to become
 an international gospel artist

"Live life today because tomorrow is never promised"- Original












Uju Adelaide: Social Convenor 


2nd Year Honours Life Science

Enjoys music in all forms especially songs of dance because it gives her an outlet for her emotions, whether it is joy sadness and everything between

"There are so many great people that we are yet to meet in this life, the prosepctive of this excites me"- anonymous











Mikayla Allen: Choir Director


In 4th year linguistic cognitive science
and communications

Enjoys singing and listening to music


"Better is one day in your courts than thousands elsewhere"-Psalms 84:10








Janay Simpson: Secretary


3rd year of Honours Life Science

Speaks french and loves to sing

"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength, they will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary they will walk and not faint"- Isaiah 40:31










Melissa Thomas:Treasurer 


3rd year of Health Studies and Sociology

Enjoys having a good time with her girls, loves music and singing and also loves chocolate

"My desire is to please the Lord"












Vivan Nitri: 


4th Year Honours in Earth and Enviromental Sciences with a minor in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

She has a passion for reading, writing, poetry and broadway musicals


"Hard work pays off"










Kim Marston: Fundraiser 


3rd  year Honours in Sociology with a minor in Psychology

Enjoys having a good time, travelling  and swimming

"Do not wait for extraordinary circumstances to do good"- Richter















Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Recent Updates!!!

Hello Mac Fam how are ya'll doing i hope you enjoyed your summer and that your ready for another successful year of Mcmasters Gospel Choir

Just to inform everyone Sept 14, 2011 (Wednesday) at 7:00pm Divinity College Practice will begin, from here on in every practice will begin on Wednesday at the the same time, same building

Come out tomorrow night and meet your new Exec team, sing a song, and become familiar with new faces, there will be fun icebreaker games as well as good fellowship that will help everyone feel at ease and enjoy themselves

Looking forward to seeing you soon take care and God Bless

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

MEET The Exec!!!!!!!!!

President - Alison Thompson

Alison is a 4th year Social Science student majoring in Psychology with a minor in French. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling and staying active. Alison joined the choir during her first year at Mac knowing very little about gospel music and has grown to love it! It has been a great way to build relationships with fellow Christians on campus and have a place to go every Wednesday night to forget about school and focus on God. Alison is faithful that God has great plans for MGC this school year!





Vice President - MIkayla Allen
I'm in my third year Communications and Linguistics Major at McMaster University. I love being involved and gospel choir is a huge part of my life. I love God, His Word and everything he's allowed me to experience in my life. I hope get to know everyone in MGC and to let Him show through me this year as VP.
 








Chaplin - Nashara Peart
 Nashara is in her 2nd year in the faculty of social sciences and has been in MGC since 1st year. Ever since she has enjoyed it and is excited to take on the Chaplain role this year. Her passion and love for God is evident through the various bible study groups she takes part in on campus. She loves music and hopes to win souls for Christ as we sing and minister to people.







 Chaplin - Jullian Houston 
My name is Julian Houston, 21 yrs old 4th year student at McMaster, program life science honors. I've been a Christian all my life but I would say that only recently in the past 1 or 2 years have I been realizing what that means and actually making it an important factor in becoming who God wants me to be.  And achieving this through Him and not relying on my own strength. I love gospel music and hope to have a fun this year sending the word of God through song.






Secretary - Sasha Mitchell  
 My name is Sasha Mitchell and I’m a third year Life Science student. I first got involved with music playing the piano, the alto saxophone, and singing in church choirs. Gospel music has always stood out for me from every genre because it can strengthen and touch you in
such a unique way. Joining the choir in my second year was an immense blessing. Choir was a time in the week that I could spend praising God with others that shared a similar passion for Him.




 Fundraising Co-ordinator - Robyn Howitt
Robyn is 3rd year student at McMaster and currently studying religious studies & sociology. She loves God and always desires to sing for God. She expresses great joy in doing the work of God, and hopes this year is filled with many great things to come for MGC.








 Treasurer - Katherine Jongsma
Hi, my name is Katherine Jongsma. I was born and raised in Brampton in a Christian family. I have always believed in God, and when I was in grade one I accepted Jesus as my personal saviour. I grew a lot in my relationship with God in grade 11 and 12. When I came to university I got connected with the Gospel Choir and Navigators (a Christian group). I have been very blessed by the people in each fellowship, and I am so thankful to God for their support and love. I am very adventurous and love to travel. I am majoring in Psychology and this year I have the challenge and privilege of being an Intropsych TA. This year I am Gospel Choir and Navigators`s treasurer. I am very excited for this responsibility and I take it very seriously. I look forward to getting to know everyone in Gospel Choir and worshiping God together.

Musical Director - Yhentl Pryce  
Hello everyone! My name is Yhentl Pryce and I am one of the co-directors for this choir year 2010-2011.  I am currently in my last year of studies with a psychology major with the hopes of graduating this summer.  I joined MGC in my first year at McMaster and I have never looked back.  I love singing because it allows me to escape and go into a place where I can be happy.  Singing gospel music especially makes me feel good because it brings me joy and the messages in the songs always somehow relate to my life.  I want to see us as a choir continue to grow as a family and not as separate units.  Also, I would like for us to challenge ourselves as singers and sing not to sound good but because we have a gift and we want to share it with the world.  


Musical Director- Vivian Ntiri
My name is Vivian Ntiri, and I am one of 2 Musical Directors for the McMaster Gospel Choir. I’m currently in my 3rd year at Mac studying Earth and Environmental Sciences. Singing is a great way to not only relieve stress, but to spread the Gospel. I’ve been singing and playing instruments since I was a child, and coming to Mac I was excited and relieved when I found out about MGC—it meant I wouldn’t have to give up what I love doing! This year is going to be another fantastic year for the choir by the grace of God. I hope and pray that through our song ministrations many (ourselves included) will come to know God and grow closer to Him.





Social Convenor - Lois Varughese
Joining MGC was something unexpected and out of the blue. After hearing them sing at one of their performances, I was so encouraged and excited to know that there was a group who was so thrilled to praise God. It has been a true blessing being part of a family that is so focused around God and so willing to show that love to others. It has only made my walk with God stronger and enabled me to express the love I have for Jesus without any limits. It is my hope and desire that as we sing, the beauty of Jesus, and none other, be seen in us.






Promotions/Multimedia Designer - Osahon Osawe
My name is Osahon, I am a 3rd year student studying Nursing & religious studies. I enjoy spending time with my people, family, friends and love to sing. I also love the Lord and his work. I joined the choir in my very first year 4 years ago, and since then I have always been a member. For me, sharing the gospel through music is the best medium to do so- this is why I love to sing. Gospel is also a form f expression of gratitude to Jesus our Lord. One of my philosophies in life stems is: "Love God, love yourself & love others". I feel that it is the love of God that draws us closer together as a choir. I pray this year brings many great memories as we sing to glorify God.


 

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Hey Everyone! First practice is coming up!!!!!

Hey All! 
Hope you are all ready for a great academic year...Well one of the things that I look forward to each school year is re-uniting with the MGC family!!! We welcome those who are returning and all new students to the Choir. Our very 1st practice will be held on:
Wednesday, September 15th 2010
TSH B124 at 7pm- 9pm
***We look forward to seeing you all there as we have alot of fun things planned for the semester! See ya'll there fam!
The Lord is your strength, GOD BLESS!
Osahon Osawe

Saturday, March 20, 2010

It's Tonight!!!!

If you haven't got your ticket yet, you can still buy them at the door.  Doors open at 6pm and the show starts at 7pm.  Come out and see how We Praise Him.



See you all there!
Pamela Emmatty

Thursday, March 18, 2010

Come on out...

Hello again,

Today we will be in Student Centre from 12:30-4:30 giving out flyers, singing, dancing and promoting our concert that's happening this Saturday. I can't believe the day is almost here!

So feel free to swing by, grab a flyer, sing along, and spread the word to all of your friends about our concert happening this Saturday.

It's going to be a great night filled with praise and worship. Which includes performances by MGC, Rochelle Hanson and other small talented acts. Hope to see you there.

Well, that's all for now.
Tootles.

Pam

Monday, March 15, 2010

McMaster Gospel Choir presents... The Way We Praise

Hello everyone, 

Just wanted to let all of you know that MGC's final concert will be on March 20th and we would love it if all of you would join us.
Date: Saturday, March 20th, 2010
Where: Westdale United Church, Hamilton
Tickets: Adults $10, Students/Seniors $8 and tickets will be sold on campus at Compass and at the doors
for more information feel free to contact us at macgospel@hotmail. com


Hope to see you all there.
Pamela Emmatty

Sunday, November 15, 2009

Hello Dearest Fans

McMaster Gospel choir this year has started off the semester with a bang! We have already had a great performance at Gospel Inter-Varsity Explosion (G.I.V.E) at York University! It was a great performance and we know many have been blessed by it! MGC has many other performances planned for the year and to end off first semester MGC will be having another performance called Gospel House on Wednesday Nov. 18, 2009!

Now this is an event you don't want to miss! I must also let you know that it is FREE! So no excuses!!!

Thanks so much for your continued support, and please feel free to email us with any questions about details on events at macgospel@hotmail.com

Alex Springer

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Meet the Exec


President - Tara Burke 
 
Tara is in her fourth year majoring in Communication Studies with a Music minor. She joined MGC in 2006, and definitely believes that was one of the best decisions she made in university! Being a part of MGC has given her a great sense of community, has enhanced her entire experience here at Mac, all while doing something she loves--singing gospel music! Tara is excited to take hold of the reigns and see the choir grow and improve in this next year. 

Vice President - Chanique Gardener
 
Chanique is a fourth year Honours Political Science & Economics IV student. Chanique lives for music and having the opportunity to witness through music is a blessing. She enjoys being able to spend time with wonderful people who share the same passion for Christ and enjoy singing His praises. 


Chaplin - Raelyn Rosa

Raelyn is a 4th year Electrical and Biomedical Engineering student, planning on graduating this fall. She is excited to share the chaplaincy of her third year in the McMaster Gospel Choir. She has enjoyed witnessing the Spirit move throughout the choir and the audiences.



Chaplin - Lisa Graham

Lisa is in her fourth year Honors Political Science and Philosophy. Lisa enjoys many different genres of music but there is something extra special about gospel music, in that it touches the soul. Lisa felt in love with MGC the very first time she heard them sing! To be apart of such a warm and supportive community is what makes the choir the blessing that it is and the blessing that it continues to be, even today. As co-chaplain Lisa hopes together we can foster a community that has love at its very core, because God is love. 

Secretary - Alison Thompson  
 
Alison is a 3rd year Social Science student majoring in Psychology with a minor in French. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling and staying active. Alison joined the choir during her first year at Mac knowing very little about gospel music and has grown to love it! It has been a great way to build relationships with fellow Christians on campus and have a place to go every Wednesday night to forget about school and focus on God. Alison is faithful that God has great plans for MGC this school year!

Fundraising Co-ordinator - Pamela Emmatty
 
Pamela is in her fourth year of science and is majoring in Life Science and hopefully receives a minor in Linguistics. In her spare time she paints, reads, critiques movies and stalks facebook profiles. She’s a loud girl and likes to talk a lot. She likes marble cheese, big words, funny haircuts and biker shorts make her laugh. Pamela enjoys singing, dancing, laughing and praising God; which made it an obvious choice to join McMaster Gospel Choir. She’s been involved with MGC since first year, but officially joined last year. She also thinks talking in third person is entertaining.

Treasurer - Chiara Meneguzzi
 
Chiara is in her fourth year student in Arts & Science and Math. She joined the choir in first year, because they didn't hold auditions and now three years later she's still here and still singing. Chiara is looking forward to another great year of music.



Musical Director - Lachelle Lazarus  
 
Lachelle has had a great love for music for her whole life. Lachelle plays the Piano, and French Horn, but nothing compare to her passion for singing! Lachelle is in her 4th year of Life Sciences and has been involved with the McMaster Gospel Choir since her 2nd semester of 1st year. Gospel Music is one of her favourite genres of music and she enjoys sharing this music with the fantastic members of MGC! Lachelle prays that God continues to bless this choir and our ministry!   

Social Convenor - Mikayla Allen
 
Mikayla is a 2nd year Humanities student working on a double major in Communications and Philosophy. Mikayla comes from a very musical family and has been singing in all kinds of choirs and playing piano since before she could remember. Mikayla joined MGC right away first year because she found a group of people who love to sing their hearts out just like her! The MGC is helping her to develop as a believer of God as well and encourage others to do the same.

Promotions/Multimedia Designer - Alex Springer
 
Alex is a 3rd year Engineering student. Alex joined the choir last year and doesn't regret it one bit. He enjoys coming every Wednesday night to sing and worship with great, loving, and caring people. It's one of the best decisions I have made. He enjoys singing and playing music especially when it's lifiting up praises to our Heavenly Father.