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Music

Welcome to Music Ministry at Messiah! 
 
The congregation is Messiah’s premier musical ensemble and meets weekly to receive the gifts of God and respond with thanksgiving and joy through song. Are you interested in how Messiah’s congregational liturgy, hymns, and songs are chosen? Read below.

Many other opportunities exist within Messiah’s Music Ministry to share vocal, instrumental, and other musical talents. Please take a couple of minutes to fill out the Musical Talents Survey found on the bottom of this screen.

 

                                                                                       

 
 
 

Messiah Church Adult Choir (Ninth grade and older) 

The Messiah Church Adult Choir is open to everyone ages freshmen in high school and older. Rehearsals are on Thursday nights from September to May at 7:00-8:30 PM, and the Adult Choir sings in church services three times a month. Rehearsals include music of liturgical leadership and choral music appropriate to the day, inclusive of many styles of music. 


Joy Ringers 

Do you enjoy hearing the crystal clear sound of bells on a Sunday morning? Messiah’s Handbell ensemble, the Joy Ringers, are led by Ruth King. The Joy Ringers rehearse Monday nights from September to May at 7:00-8:00 PM. Reading music is not a requirement. If interested in learning more about the Joy Ringers, contact Ruth King at [email protected]

 

 

How are Messiah’s liturgy, hymns, and songs chosen?

Congregational singing is at the heart of Messiah’s Music Ministry. Each week the music is chosen based on several considerations. The primary consideration is how the music can deliver the words and themes of the appointed Bible readings in yet another way. Also considered are the season of the Church year as well as special events or celebrations for the day, such as baptisms, blessing of volunteers, rally day, etc. A third and important consideration is the familiarity and singability of the hymns. This is one area in which you can help--by filling out the the Musical Talents Survey below (even if only to share your favorite hymn). 

 
Musical Talents Survey
Whether through choir, handbells, instrumental playing, or congregational singing; we are all involved in the Church's music.  God has given music to the Church as another way to proclaim His Word. As we raise our voices, bells, and instruments in making music together, we join with the Church in every time and place in proclaiming the Good News of Christ's death and resurrection.  Please prayerfully consider how you will continue or add to your role in Messiah's music ministry. 
 
Please share some information about yourself; your abilities and interest in participating in Messiah's music ministry. 
Name:
Email Address:
Phone Number:
Favorite Hymn:
Check any and all areas in which you (or your child) could serve.
If you are an instrumentalist, please tell us what instrument(s).
If you are interested in helping with conducting on a fill in basis, which ensemble(s) are you able to lead?
Are there any obstacles to you in joining? (i.e. Transportation, time of day, need child care, etc)
Is there anyone you know that you would recommend to share their musical talents at Messiah?
Your Name:
Your Email:

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