Newton
Sat, Oct 25
|Saint Paul
Once a prodigal, then a slaver, and finally a faithful minister of the gospel—John Newton’s life shows how even the most wretched sinner can be transformed by God’s amazing grace. This new oratorio by Josh Bauder, sponsored by LimbFit, marks the 300th anniversary of Newton’s birth.
Time & Location
Oct 25, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Saint Paul, 3900 Bethel Dr, St Paul, MN 55112, USA
About the event
This new oratorio tells the story of John Newton, the 18th-century prodigal and slaver who, after his dramatic conversion to Christianity, became a faithful pastor and abolitionist. Scored for chorus, orchestra, and soloists, the piece also highlights Newton’s friendship with the poet William Cowper, who collaborated with Newton on the Olney Hymns, and whose spiritual depression defined the latter part of his life. This world premiere performance features Gerard Sundberg as Newton and Richard Joseph as Cowper.
Tickets available through the Bethel University ticket office.
SOLOISTS
Gerard Sundberg (John Newton)