Experience the transformative power of music and spirit at Jazz Vespers. Jazz Vespers is a contemplative, creative worship service that blends live jazz, poetry, scripture, and readings from secular sources, all thoughtfully curated around a theme that speaks to the soul.

October’s theme is “Grace in the Dissonance,” exploring how God meets us in tension, uncertainty and unresolved chords.

Featuring local musicians:

Rachel Gonzales, voice

Jim Guss, guitar

Chuck James, drums

Ernie Provencher, bass

Scott Villiger, saxophone

📍Location: Atherton Courtyard (Central Union Church campus in Honolulu, on the corner of Punahou and Beretania Streets)

🚙 Parking available on campus

FREE, all are welcome!

Upcoming Jazz Vespers:

November 2 – “Breath Between the Notes” honors those we’ve lost and the sacred pause of remembrance for All Saints.

December 7 – “Improvising Hope” offers a Christmas celebration of resilience, creativity, and divine surprises.