The Chimers of Messiah are a devoted group of church members who chime the tower bells before and after the 9:30 service every Sunday, and for special holidays as well. We now have 14 members, but are always eager to bring new people into the fold. Potential new chimers are invited to contact Marie Lee or to speak with any chimer for more information.
Judge Charles Francis Gummey had not only served with distinction on the bench but also for many years on the Vestry at Church of the Messiah. At his death, a chime of 11 bells was placed in his memory in the Ingersoll Tower. Undaunted by the bitter cold, the congregation gathered at the base of the tower for the dedication early in January 1930.
Each bell was tolled
individually...
* G — (the largest – 1600 lbs.) – Faith, Hope, Charity
* A — Patience
* B — Kindness
* C
— Generosity
* C# - Humility
* D — Courtesy
* E — Unselfishness
* F — Good Temper
* F# - Guile
* G — Sincerity
* A — (the smallest) - Peace
The old year was rung out - the new year rung in.
The remaining three bells were given in honor of Henry McAdoo by his family on March 5, 1981 in celebration of his 65th birthday.
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