Psalm 28:7 The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.

Christian Voices United began as Christian Chorale and when that director left, became Christian Chorus. As Christian Voices United, we plan to retain our name with pride as we grow and evolve into the loving community regardless of denomination.

The CVU Board began meeting in the Spring of 2023 with hopes and prayers to launch rehearsals Fall of 2023. Prayers realized! Our first concert is scheduled for Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Stay tuned for a YouTube link to the concert!

Marcie Winter, Director

Marcie holds a Masters Degree in Music Education from the University of Central Oklahoma and her undergraduate degree from Oklahoma Baptist University. She taught middle school and high school in Oklahoma, Missouri and Florida for a combined 12 years and has taught music to Senior Adults for 13 years. These ages range from 12 – 102! Marcie currently serves Community Church, a United Methodist Congregation, as their Minister of Worship and has six performing groups within the church. In Florida, she has also served at Lake Deaton United Methodist Church, First Presbyterian Church (Leesburg) and New Life Presbyterian Church. Besides the Community Church music ministry, Marcie also directs Continental Singers at Continental Community and the Plantation Choral Society. She is extremely honored to direct the newly formed Christian Voices United and is excited about the opportunities God has in store for her on this journey!

Mary Ann Rockenbach, Accompanist

MARY ANN ROCKENBACH has shared her talents with The Villages and surrounding communities for 30 years. She was a fixture as the organist/pianist for The Sunday Celebration service at Church on the Square under the direction of Bill Doherty and Central Florida Lyric Opera. Mary Ann also served as the first full- time Minister of Music at Hope Lutheran Church for eight years, followed by a position as choir director/organist at the Congregational Church, now in Summerfield, FL. She currently plays for services at Community UMC in Fruitland Park and is approaching her tenth anniversary there. One of the highlights of her time at Community was the creation of The Christian Chorus, which she accompanied, and is looking forward to making a “Joyful Noise” as the group is reborn as Christian Voices United!

2 Samuel 22:50 Therefore I will praise you, Lord, among the nations; I will sing the praises of your name.