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Music Ministry

"Make a joyful noise to God, all the earth; sing the glory of God’s name, give to God glorious praise." Psalm 66: 1-2

The Music Ministry is an integral part of the worship and teaching at First United Methodist Church. The Bible is full of exhortations to worship God and encourage each other. That is why our overreaching goal for musical expression in the church is not merely to perform, but to praise God and build each worshipper up in Christian faith. We make music together in worship with the hope that our “sacrifice of praise” might become the congregational expression and offering to God. It is our desire that when this happens each of us might be moved to a greater appreciation of and love for Him.

Do you or a member of your family love to sing? Have you admired the beautiful bell pieces during worship and wished you could be a part of such a group? Would you like your child to have the opportunity to sing with other children or play chimes? First United Methodist Church of Orange has musical opportunities for all ages. We welcome you, or other family members, to join any of the groups below. All that is needed is a love of music and a desire to give glory to God through song. Join us!

CHOIRS

Children First Methodist Kids (Kindergarten through 4^th grade) meets to practice

each Sunday during the school year from 5:00 to 7:00 and includes supper.

They perform during the worship services periodically during the year.

Youth The Youth Choir performs periodically during the year and rehearses

during MYF .

Chancel The primary adult ensemble. This group sings at 11:00 worship service

every Sunday. Rehearsal is on Wednesday evenings in the Sanctuary from

7:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Keenager Koir Comprised of Mature Adults. This ensemble sings Wednesday at 10:45 and

then shares lunch ($2.00) at 11:30. Pictures of the group in Slade Chapel.

INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES

The Music Ministry will schedule a variety of instrumental ensembles for special music events and for regular worship throughout the year, with particular attention given to the major holiday times of Christmas and Easter.

Chancel Ringers This is a handbell ensemble composed of adults and youths who rehearse

from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. each Wednesday, during the school year.

For the safety of our children, all adults that work with children or youth are Safe Sanctuary trained and must pass a background check For more information about the many other opportunities we offer, contact our Youth Director at your convenience.