By now you've "met" Rev. George O. Webster, learned about this fascinating former Essex Community Church pastor's poetic destiny, and started humming his Essex, NY hymn, "Essex-on-Champlain". But did you know that he composed literally hundreds of additional hymns? In fact, we're … [Read more...] about George O. Webster Hymns
George O. Webster
Essex-on-Champlain, by George O. Webster
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
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
Reverend George Orlia Webster
If the name Reverend George Orlia Webster sounds familiar to you, it's likely because you've heard (or read) the hymn "Essex-on-Champlain" which he wrote in 1929. Or because you've read the commemorative plaque at the Essex Community Church (aka the Federated Church) in Essex, … [Read more...] about Reverend George Orlia Webster