Free Advent Concert Offered At Holy Redeemer Parish

Holy Redeemer Parish in Evansville will host performers Sarah Hart and PJ Anderson on Dec. 3 for an Advent concert.  The concert will begin at 6:30 p.m at Holy Redeemer Church at 918 W. Mill Road and is free and open to the public.

Sarah Hart is one of the leading figures in contemporary Catholic music today.  Her songs of faith have touched the lives of millions.  Originally from Lancaster, Ohio, she has a degree in music from Ohio State University. Currently based in Nashville, she's on the road a good part of the year juggling songwriting, recording, concerts and a full events schedule.

Hart’s signature blend of folk, pop and rock delights listeners of every age.  She boasts nine albums as a solo artist and often co-writes with artists like Curtis Stephan, Steve Angrisano and Jesse Manibusan.  Her songs have been covered by Amy Grant, Celtic Women, Matt Maher, Jason Crabb and The Newsboys.  

Hart's dynamic energy, sense of humor and deep faith maker her concerts, keynote presentations and retreats unforgettable experiences.  In October of 2013, Sarah was invited to perform for Pope Francis and a crowd of 150.,000 in St. Peter's Square.  Sarah lives in Nashville with her husband and two daughters.

PJ Anderson is a Christian singer-songwriter from Nashville, Tenn.  Anderson has a unique ability to connect with his listeners. His song writing ability can touch those places deep down in one’s heart where joy and pain reside in harmony. His heartfelt lyrics strike a chord and draw out those emotions that are waiting to be uncovered. His worship opens hearts to the love of the Lord and helps every worshipper enter into the presence of God.

Anderson learned to play guitar from a nun, Sister Charita, in fifth grade. He landed a role in the high school musical and started a band in college that opened up doors to writing his own songs. After college, he became a Youth Minister and performed in worship bands until he made the move from Chicago to Nashville. He now travels the country inspiring youth, playing concerts, leading worship at conferences and retreats and encouraging youth through his prayerful form of worship. Most notably, Anderson has led music at mega-workshops at the National Catholic Youth Conference as well as leading worship at Catholic Heart Work Camp for the past 6 summers. He headlined the Youth Rally and Mass For Life at the Verizon Center in Washington, DC for 30,000 youth in 2016. PJ also played at World Youth Day in Krakow, Poland, where 3 million Catholic and Christian youth joined with Pope Francis to grow in faith.

For more information about the concert, please visit www.holyredeemerchurch.org and click on the concert link.