Release dates for Voices Together announced



MennoMedia will begin shipping Voices Together print products in November but most digital products will be available in mid-October 2020. On Oct. 19, the app versions of the pew edition, the accompaniment edition, and the worship leader edition will be available as in-app purchases. This app is available in the Hymnals app for both iOS phones and iPads. MennoMedia previously advertised that the app was also available for Android tablets. Because the developer is phasing out the Android version of the Hymnals app and the longevity of the Android app cannot be guaranteed, MennoMedia recommends purchasing the app versions for iOS devices only. The ebook version of the worship leader edition can be purchased from the MennoMedia webstore. “Shipping print products in November means we are in the peak shipping season,” says Amy Gingerich, MennoMedia publisher. Shipping could take up to 25 days because of issues related to COVID-19 combined with the high shipping volume expected during the holiday season. The delayed arrival of print products means the Voices Together launch event will be also be delayed. The virtual celebration is now scheduled for 5–7:00 p.m. ET on Sun., Dec. 13. Taking place via Zoom, it will be a time to worship with new songs and resources, hear stories, and offer blessings for Voices Together and all who receive it. There will also be a brief overview of the process and a time for questions with committee members.

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