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Gallery: Midnight Worship regathers in person for outdoor worship

November 14, 2020 by David Mitchell

Midnight Worship conducted its first in-person gathering since spring break at Beltway Park Church’s south campus Friday night. Students gathered outside for a time of worship and reflection in the midst of an unpredictable semester.

A student raises up his hands in worship during Midnight Worship Friday night. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Students gather outside of Beltway Park Church’s south campus for Midnight Worship. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Evan McGrew, guitarist for Midnight Worship, warms up with the worship team. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Grant Baker, junior animal science major from Victoria, plays drums for Midnight Worship. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Elyse Goodnight, senior child and family services major from Abilene, passionately leads students in song during Midnight Worship. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Students meet for Midnight Worship for the first time of the semester. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Ryan Lewis, junior ministry and vocation major from Dripping Springs, worships alongside the praise team. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Students in the crowd lift up their hands during Midnight Worship Friday. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Students participate in Midnight Worship Friday night. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Students maintain social distancing while singing during Midnight Worship Friday. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Dennis Gartman, senior ministry and vocation major from Richland Hills, leads students at in song at Midnight Worship. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Clark Sullivan, sophomore missions and ministry major from Abilene, starts a song with his guitar. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Erin May, senior elementary education major from Tulsa, lifts her hands between songs at Midnight Worship. (Photo by David Mitchell)

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About David Mitchell

My name is David Mitchell, and I am a senior psychology major from Dallas, Texas. I have always had a passion for photography and videography, and enjoy sharing my perspectives with others.

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