Allendale United Methodist Church
December 6, 2024
Slay Bells
Bashana Haba ‘ah
With its lyrics looking forward to a better future—“Next year we will sit on the porch and count migrating birds”—the performance took on a deeper meaning amid global unrest and local uncertainties. The chorus delivered it not just as a song, but as a wish, a collective prayer sung in beautiful unison. The Hebrew text, pronounced with care and reverence, underscored the ensemble’s commitment to cultural inclusivity and musical integrity.