Music Ministry
Both solo- and ensemble- quality vocalists and instrumentalists give their time and talents to serve God and the church. Vocalists perform in the Praise! Band, Voices of Peace (choir) and small ensembles. Instrumentalists perform in Praise! Band, orchestra and small ensembles.
Participating in this ministry requires…
- Contagious passion for Christ
- Living a life of integrity so that Jesus Christ is glorified in your thoughts, words, and actions
- Love of music and desire to grow in your musical gifts
CHERUBS
An introduction to choir for all children 4 years old through 1st grade. Rehearsals are held twice a month on Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:00pm, September through April. Cherubs will participate in the Christmas Musical presented on Christmas Eve and the Hymn Fest in April.
CHORISTERS
Offers young people in Grades 2 through 6 the opportunity to try a variety of musical experiences. Rehearsals are held Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:00pm, October through April. The season is divided into three projects.
Project 1: Oct. 6 to Dec. 24 – Christmas Musical. Along with students from Children's Ministry, Choristers will prepare to lead worship on Christmas Eve at the 1:00 and 3:00 pm services.
Project 2: Jan. 5 to Feb. 28 – Handchimes
Project 3: March 2 to April 25 – Hymn Fest
Students may choose to participate in one, two, or all three projects.
FESTIVAL CHOIR
A seasonal choir for children in grades 1 through 6. Rehearsals are held late February – March on Sundays from noon to 12:30pm. This choir leads worship on Palm Sunday.
MUSICAL WONDERS
This group provides our 3 and 4 year olds (accompanied by an adult) the opportunity to explore music and movement in a group setting. It meets twice a month on Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:15am.
ACOUSTIC PRAISE TEAMS
These small groups lead worship the first weekend of each month. Rehearsals are scheduled on varying days of the week allowing for a maximum number of participants. Open to high school students and adults by audition.
VOICES OF PEACE
This adult choir meets Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:00pm, September through May. They lead worship, perform in concerts, and participate in special services such as Christmas and Easter singing music from a variety of styles and periods. Open to high school students and adults.
RINGING SAINTS
This handbell ensemble meets Tuesday nights from 7:30 to 8:30pm, September through May. Ringers practice to lead worship, perform in concerts, and participate in special holiday services. The Ringing Saints' repertoire includes a variety of styles and influences, including some original arrangements. Open to high school students and adults.
ORCHESTRA
Leads worship seasonally. All players are welcome. Please contact , Minister of Worship & Music, for more information regarding rehearsals and difficulty level of music.
PRAISE BAND
Contemporary worship band. Rehearsals are scheduled according to the availability of members. Interview/audition required.
For more information or to join any of these music ministries, please complete the "Music Ministry Interest Form".