Annetta Vander Lugt

Annetta Vander Lugt (1941–2021) began playing organ in church when she was 14 years old. She continued to play organ through her years in New Jersey where for 21 years she attended Madison Ave Christian Reformed Church (CRC). When she moved to Grand Rapids in 1989, she served as head organist, music director, and member of the worship committee at Neland Avenue CRC. She also served on the Christian Reformed Hymnal Committee, which contributed to the Hymnal Lift Up Your Hearts (Faith Alive, 2013). In addition to her music ministry, she also worked for many years as a schoolteacher.

Last Updated: September 10, 2025

Resources by Annetta Vander Lugt

How to Transition to a New Hymnal

Change Diversity Hymn Worship

May 9, 2013

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Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise; O Sing to the Lord; Like the Murmur of the Dove's Song; Gracious Spirit, Heed Our Pleading

Advent Christmas Worship Planning

March 1, 1999

The liturgical seasons of Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Lent, and Easter take lots of time and energy. By the time Ascension Day and Pentecost come around, sometimes our energy is waning. The school year is coming to a close, choirs are finishing up, and we are looking forward to the freer time of summer. Suddenly Ascension Day is upon us. Since Ascension Day and Pentecost are two of the major religious holidays of the year, they deserve some special musical attention.

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Annetta Vander Lugt

Resources by Annetta Vander Lugt

How to Transition to a New Hymnal

Hail the Day That Sees Him Rise; O Sing to the Lord; Like the Murmur of the Dove's Song; Gracious Spirit, Heed Our Pleading

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