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Seven choirs provide opportunities for all ages and schedules.

Goals of the Music Program One of the main purposes of the music program is to provide music during worship services. Every choir (except one) participates in Sunday worship services on a regular basis. In addition, they present music for special services, such as Lessons and Carols at Christmas, Thanksgiving Eve, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, and evensongs. Six of the choirs are open to anyone who wishes to participate, while membership in two other choirs is by audition. In addition to singing choirs, the church also has an adult bell choir. Opportunities for children and youth are a focal point of the music ministry. There are three choirs for children, the Cherub Choir, the Herald Choir, and the Chapel Choir, each of which includes social activities and special events. In addition, the chldren present a special musical play each spring. The parents of the choir children have formed support groups to coordinate social activities, such as a choir pizza dinner once a month, and organize children and robes on Sunday mornings. A recent project has been to raise money for new robes for the children’s choirs. Music outreach activities are a continuing priority, led by the Outreach Choir. This choir was formed in order to sing at retirement communities, nursing homes, hospitals, and rehabilitation facilities. Last year, they sang for over fifteen different institutions totaling over twenty concerts. Other church choirs also participate. The music program also provides quality musical events for the surrounding community. The Messiah Sing each December draws in people from near and far to "sing along" for this beloved work. Each spring, one of the choirs presents a special cantata, usually a Requiem, at a special evensong/concert. Singers from other churches and the community are often invited to participate if they wish. The youth of the church present a musical program in which other youth from local high schools are welcome to take part.

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The Choirs Chancel Choir (All who sing)   Thur. 7:30 to 9:00 PM The Chancel Choir provides the backbone of the Music Ministry. They sing weekly at Sunday morning worship, as well as various special services throughout the year. They also present at least one cantata a year. Membership is open to all. Chapel Choir (grades 3 through 8)   Sun. 4:00 PM This is the "advanced" children’s choir for those children who wish to take their singing experience to the highest levels. In addition to leading a worship service twice a month, they join with adult singers to present a service of Lessons and Carols on Christmas Eve and a concert in the spring. Membership is by audition. Cherub Choir (pre-K through grade 2)   Sun 10:35 to 10:55 AM during church school The Cherubs sing in worship three times a year. All children who attend Sunday School are encouraged to participate. Contemporary Ensemble (All who sing or play)  Wed. 7:30 to 9:00 PM Handbell Choir (All who ring)   Wed. 7:30 to 9:00 PM The Bell Choir plays in worship once a month and presents a concert at Christmas. They also play concerts for outside groups a few times during the year. The choir consists of 12 ringers, 5 octaves of bells, and three octaves of chimes. Music reading ability and regular attendance are a must.

Rehearsals focus the mind and exercise the body.
Photo by Bob Hanes - 2007

Herald Choir (Grades 2 through 6)   Sunday 11:15 AM In addition to singing in worship on the first Sunday of each month, the Herald Choir presents a musical each spring. This choir is a great opportunity for children to learn basic musical skills while taking a leadership role in worship. The choir is open to all children in the age group with an interest in music. Outreach Choir (All who sing)   Tue. 2:00 to 3:00 PM Dedicated to bringing a variety of music to those in hospitals and nursing homes, this choir is one of our church’s most active outreach efforts. They sing a variety of music, including traditional hymns, show tunes, and country music. Membership is open to anyone available during the day. Singspiration! (Grades 7 through 12)  Sunday 6:00 PM Singspiration adds flute, guitar, and contemporary music to our services. Photo by Bob Hanes - 2007

Drama We prepare and present a variety of events by youth and adult groups, including plays, musicals, and comedies during the Christmas season, late spring, and the fall festival. Recent productions include the one-act play, "Christmas in Cricket County", "Sparrow's Song, "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", and "Return to Cricket Country". "Return to Cricket Country" had a multi-species cast. Photo by Bob Hanes - 2007

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