MUSIC MINISTRY

At First Presbyterian Church we celebrate God’s gift of creativity. All of us are creative because we are made in the image of God. From the youngest voices to the most experienced, all make a joyful song to the Lord. The Music Ministry of First Presbyterian Church welcomes you. We extend to you a sincere invitation to join with us as we experience God’s love and grace through music. There is a place for you here. Discover and use your creative gifts in one of our music programs. Here is a brief look at the opportunities for musical growth and service.

The Chancel Choir:
         Wednesday Rehearsal    7:30-9:00 p.m.
         Sunday                             10:35 a.m. warm-up
                                                  11:00 a.m. service
The Chancel Choir is made up of people who love to sing and serve God through music. Our membership ranges from singers who have been with us for a few months to those who have been faithful for over twenty years. Anthems are chosen from the rich heritage of masterpieces from the past through the contemporary music of today. The Chancel Choir presents a Christmas Cantata during Advent. Childcare is available.

The Sanctuary Choir:
         Thursday Rehearsal       6:00-7:00 p.m.
         Sunday                             08:00 a.m. warm-up
                                                  08:30 a.m. service
The Sanctuary Choir is a group that sings at the 8:30 a.m. service. Membership is open to all who love to sing and serve God through music. Anthems will be selected from the rich heritage of the past up through today’s music. Childcare is available. If the early service is best for you, please come and join this new choir.

Children's Choirs
         Wednesday Rehearsals
         Grades K-1                      4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
         Grades 2-6                       4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
The two youth choirs lead in worship from September through April on a regular basis. These enthusiastic singers study a variety of sacred music of today and the past. Hand chime instruction is also included for the older choir. In addition to vocal techniques and musicianship, choir members study liturgy and learn worship skills that help make the worship service more meaningful to them, thus enable them to better serve as leaders during the service. The presentation of a musical on Youth Sunday is a highlight of the year.

Adult Handbell Choirs
         Thursday Rehearsals
         Day Bells                          1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
         Night Bells                        7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Handbell ringing is especially gratifying and easily accessible to those who have had some music reading experience. First Presbyterian Church has a beautiful four-octave set of as well as a four-octave set of hand chimes.

Praise and Worship Team
         Wednesday Rehearsal    6:45 - 7:15 p.m.
These singers and instrumentalists specialize in contemporary sacred music. On scheduled Sundays, they sing today’s songs and lead the congregation in singing the Songs of Adoration.

Instrumental Group
         Wednesday Rehearsal    6:00 - 6:45 p.m.
The instrumental group is made up of the many talented band and orchestral students and adults in our congregation. On scheduled Sundays they play special music as an instrumental ensemble and also in combination with other choirs.