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Billy Burger

Essex-on-Champlain, by George O. Webster

July 10, 2013 By Geo Davis 1 Comment

At this point you're familiar with Rev. George O. Webster – the one-time pastor of Essex Community Church and prolific hymn composer. Now it is time to celebrate the local favorite among Webster's hymns,"Essex-on-Champlain". If you have not had the opportunity to sing, hear or … [Read more...] about Essex-on-Champlain, by George O. Webster

George O. Webster’s Poetic Destiny

July 9, 2013 By Geo Davis 2 Comments

Last week we introduced you to Reverend George Orlia Webster, and this week we're going to celebrate the former Essex Community Church pastor's creative legacy. "Essex-on-Champlain" (stay tuned for the lyrics, and possibly even an audio recording) may be the most famous of George … [Read more...] about George O. Webster’s Poetic Destiny