On Dec. 15, the First Presbyterian Church of Monroe hosted the presentation of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Cantata “Magnificat” with a 21-piece orchestra and combined choirs from Bellvale Bruderhof Community, Hudson Opera Theatre and Chancel Choir of The First Presbyterian Church. All religious faiths were in the audience enjoying the work put together by Ron De Fesi, the churches musical director. ( Photo by Bob Mahran)