Please join us for our 77th presentation of Messiah!
Come hear the music and voices fill our Sanctuary with songs that tell the story of Christ — from the prophecy of God’s plan to redeem humankind, to the Hallelujah chorus! This beloved oratorio is a perfect way to prepare for Christmas!
This year Central Union Church celebrates the 77th anniversary performance of Handel’s Messiah on Sunday, December 13, 2026, at 7:30 PM in our historic Sanctuary. This cherished tradition marks the beginning of the Christmas season for many in our community, bringing together the timeless beauty of Handel’s masterpiece with the rich musical heritage of Central Union Church.
Margaret Lloyd, Director of Music Ministries at Central Union Church, shares, “The Messiah is more than just a concert; it’s a celebration of our faith and community.”
Rev. Rushan Sinnaduray, Senior Minister at Central Union Church and once again singing tenor in this year’s presentation, adds, “The Messiah is a powerful reminder of the hope and joy of the Christmas season, and we are honored to share this tradition with our community.”
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the spirit of Christmas through the magnificent music of Handel’s Messiah!
Featuring:
Dr. Martina Bingham, soprano
A. Ezinne Dawson, mezzo soprano
Rushan Sinnaduray, tenor
Dr. Christopher R. Kelsey, bass
The Hawai‘i Nui Chorale
Members of the Hawai‘i Symphony Orchestra
Sarah Young, conductor
The Hawai‘i Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association proudly supports and celebrates Central Union Church’s 77th presentation of the Messiah!
The performance is FREE and open to the public.
A freewill offering will be received at the concert.
Free parking is available on campus located at 1660 South Beretania Street in Honolulu.
Pastor Rushan and Dr. Alec Schumacker (former guest conductor) share about the 75th presentation of Messiah on KITV Island Life in 2024:
