Events
Wind Ensemble America 250 Concert Series: Life
February 13, 2026 7:30 PM
February 14, 2026 3:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
The Wind Ensemble offers 3 concerts in 2026 to honor the nation’s anniversary: Life, Liberty, and The Pursuit of Happiness. The first concert celebrates LIFE and includes wonderful arrangements of Amazing Grace, Aaron Copland’s Simple Gifts and Promise of Living, Runestad’s grieving prayer Let My Love Be Heard, new works Winds of Change and Infinite Hope, and Sousa’s march, Revival.
Invitational Weekend Retreat
The Quieted Mind: Thinking After the Ways of God
February 13-15, 2026
Community of Jesus
Orleans, MA
Like stormy winds, many forces come against us, causing us worry and anxiety. But what about those stormy winds inside of us? Most of these arise because of the anxious thoughts in our minds. What does the Bible teach us about the mind and its role in either helping or hindering our walk with God? On this retreat, we will discover those spiritual tools that can be applied to our thinking so that our minds can be stayed on God. Included are beautiful accommodations, lovingly prepared meals, teaching, quiet times for meditation & journaling. Click Here for Details and to Register
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Gloriæ Dei Cantores & Creare Symphonia in Concert
featuring works by Arvo Pärt & Pēteris Vasks
February 20, 2026 7:30 PM
February 21, 2026 3:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
Gloriæ Dei Cantores and Creare Symphonia, under the direction of Richard K. Pugsley, present a concert of works by Eastern European masters Arvo Pärt and Pēteris Vasks. Pärt’s L’Abbe Agathon, and Vasks’ Da Pacem, Domine, Lord Open Our Eyes, and the Fruit of Silence provide listeners with “food for the soul”— music that reflects suffering and a longing for hope, inner freedom, silence, and faith. Gloriæ Dei Cantores’ performance of Pärt’s work has been hailed as “superbly performed” (Fanfare), “extraordinary.” (Classics Today) and as “A true meeting of East and West.” (OrthoChristian.com)
Beauty for Ashes: A Baroque Meditation
March 1, 2026 3:00 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
Enter into this season of reflection with a Baroque meditation expressing both sorrow and joy. Gaudete Baroque Ensemble performs Vivaldi’s Sinfonia al Sancto Sepulcro, as well as works by Bach, Corelli, Purcell, and Albinoni’s beautiful Sonata a Cinque in A major. The music will paint “a crown of beauty for ashes and festive praise instead of despair.” (Is. 61:3) As you listen, be illumined by the frescoes and sacred art of the Church of the Transfiguration in Orleans. As always, tickets are free for students and youth.
Gregorian Chant Retreat
The Voice of Love – Explore the Beauty of Lenten Chants
March 9-12, 2026
Community of Jesus
Orleans, MA
Gregorian chant has long been known to foster peace, health, vitality, and a closer connection to God. These retreats are for everyone—from scholars with years of experience to anyone who seeks the beauty and benefits of this ancient music. Join us as we explore the riches of this glorious tradition in the beauty of a monastery on Cape Cod.
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Invitational Weekend Retreat
It is No Longer I Who Live: Who Am I and How Does God See Me?
March 27-29, 2026
Community of Jesus
Orleans, MA
In his letter to the Galatians, Paul describes his deepest identity as a Christian—crucified with Christ: Christ lives in me; living by faith; confident in God’s love. This is our deepest identity, too. But, how do we live that way? What does it mean in our daily lives? On this retreat—on Palm Sunday weekend—we will prepare for Holy Week, and the remembrance of Christ’s passion and death, by reclaiming the new life God has given us. Click Here for Details and to Register
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Gabriel V Brass Quintet in Concert
Easter Concert
April 17, 7:30 PM
April 18, 3:00 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
Die Bangelseider, Speer
Voluntary on old 100th, Purcell
Summer Dances, Mathias
Quintet No. 1, Arnold
Fantasia on Victimae Paschali, Seagull 7
Prelude and Exaltation, Phillips
Colchester Fantasy, Ewazen
Triptych, David Ashley White
Invitational Weekend Retreat
We Are God’s Handiwork: Made and Re-made in the Image of God
April 17-19, 2026
Community of Jesus
Orleans, MA
Paul describes our life with Jesus as a journey of transformation. More and more, he says, we are being changed into the likeness of Christ. This is a bright and hope-filled promise, but what does it really mean and how does it happen? What is God doing in us, and what does he ask us to do? On this retreat–in the beauty of the Easter season—we will immerse ourselves into the wonder of this great mystery: we are bearers of divine glory!
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Ken Cowan in Concert on the St. Cecilia Organ
May 10, 2026, 3:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
Ken Cowan is Professor of Organ and head of the organ program at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music in Houston, Texas
“It is difficult to find enough adjectives to describe Ken Cowan’s playing. He is simply one of the best anywhere!”
—The Diapason
“Mr. Cowan’s technical mastery, expressivity, musicality, and sheer brilliance thrilled the convention audience.”
—The American Organist
Invitational Weekend Retreat
Do Not Be Afraid: Standing Against the Lies Told by Fear
May 22-24, 2026
Community of Jesus
Orleans, MA
The command, “Do not be afraid,” is recorded almost 70 times in the Bible. Why? Fear, though common to us all, is also a destructive force, often robbing us of joy and peace. It hinders our walk with God and clouds our vision of his love. How do we actually hear and obey the command, “do not be afraid?” On this retreat, we will take time to identify the fears that harass us and learn how to overcome them.
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J. S. Bach’s St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244
May 29, 2026, 7:30 PM
May 30, 2026, 7:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
with Gloriæ Dei Cantores and Creare Symphonia
First performed on Good Friday in 1727, Bach’s St. Matthew Passion is the longest and perhaps the most complex of his works, written for solo voices, double choir and double orchestra. The Gospel According to Matthew provides the story of Christ’s last days, but the actual libretto includes Christian Friedrich Henrici’s poetry and texts from other theologians and composers.
Gaudete Baroque Ensemble in Concert: Unbridled JOY
June 6, 7:30 PM
June 7, 3:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
Monteverdi’s Vespers
August 14, 7:30 PM
August 15, 7:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
Performed by Gloriæ Dei Cantores & Creare Symphonia
Directed by Richard K. Pugsley
Monica Berney Organ Concert
August 19, 7:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
A true star among young classical musicians, Monica Berney is one of the finest organists on the scene today. Known for her technical mastery, effortless musicality, and engaging stage presence, she has been inspiring audiences from coast to coast. Don’t miss her summer concert on the surround-sound St. Cecilia organ!
“Artistic mastery far beyond her years.” The American Organist
Gregorian Chant Retreat
The Noble Chants of St. Michael & All Angels
September 27-30, 2026
Community of Jesus
Orleans, MA
Gregorian chant has long been known to foster peace, health, vitality, and a closer connection to God. These retreats are for everyone—from scholars with years of experience to anyone who seeks the beauty and benefits of this ancient music. Join us as we explore the riches of this glorious tradition in the beauty of a monastery on Cape Cod.
Information & Registration: 508-255-1094 | Register Now
Daniel Roth in Concert on the St. Cecilia Organ
November 6, 2026, 7:30 PM
Church of the Transfiguration
Orleans, MA
Daniel Roth is Titular Organist at St. Sulpice in Paris, and was Professor of Organ at the Musikhochschule in Frankfurt am Main from 1995 to 2007.
LONDON: “Daniel Roth showed himself a master both stylistically and technically …”—Musical Times
PARIS: “His strong technique … the wild character of his improvisations as well as his accomplished knowledge of harmony have rightly impressed the audience.”
—Le Figaro
