First Congregational Church music director to retire

Sunday, July 31 will be Candace Montesi’s last day as music director of the First Congregational Church in Springfield.

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016-07-20 / Springfield First Congregational Church music director to retire Sunday, July 31 will be Candace Montesi’s last day as music director of the First Congregational Church in Springfield. After 17 years of leading the music program, rehearsing and conducting the choir, playing the organ and piano for Sunday worship, funerals and weddings; she has decided to retire. Montesi will certainly be missed by all who have worked with her and heard her at work producing superb music for those many years. Her bright smile and sense of humor is always evident to all who know her. Many in the choir have expressed their sincere appreciation to Montesi for having the opportunity to work with her during her tenure. There will be a celebration of her music ministry. All who have been involved with Montesi in the choir or impacted by her ministry are invited to join the celebration beginning with the Sunday worship service from 9:30 a.m. followed by a brunch. Whether you are a member of the church or not, please feel free to come to wish Montesi well in her future endeavors. The church has begun the process of finding a new organist, choir/music.