Zion handbell choirs celebrate milestone

Zion Stone Church West Penn was the setting recently for the 20th anniversary concert of the church's handbell choirs. The advanced choir, Ring His Praise, and the beginning choir, Genesis, performed a variety of sacred and classical music. On display were bulletins and photos from the past 20 years. Two members, Gayle Mateyak and Fern Hauck were honored as 20-year members. A reception followed. Members include, from left, Audrey Christ,

director; Linnea Meiser; Gayle Mateyak; Karen Everett; Eileen Meiser; Janet Sager; Erla Biasi; Brady Miller; and Dominique Totani. Second row, Joy Hauck, Fern Hauck, Devin Meiser, Larrine Miller, Lauren Christ, Jared Sharpe, Blair Miller, Lisa Sharpe and Mark Christ.