The
music ministry at First United Methodist Church is a vital and
important dimension in the life of the church. Our music program
seeks to glorify God through the use of vocal and instrumental music
and liturgical dance. We provide all styles and genres of music to
make the worship experience as meaningful as possible. We believe
that music is important in the life of each person, family, the
congregation, and especially during times of worship. Our music
staff includes talented leaders whose combined talents brings
together many years of experience in sacred music.
Choir Director Ed Gibson
Hand
Bell Camp2008
Monday, June 9th – Thursday, June 12th 10a.m. to
Noon . The Students will give a concert on Thursday, June 12th
at 6:30 in the evening.
First United Methodist Church is offering a four day handbell camp
to children who will have completed the 3rd through 6th grades as of
June 2008. Students will learn how to play handbells properly or
sharpen their prior handbell skills.
There are only 22 spots, Cost - $35 This includes curriculum
which they will keep. T-shirt And snacks provided. When spots
fill up a waiting list will take place
Deadline to turn in Applications with fee is Monday, may 19, 2008
Our Chancel Choir consists of a variety of people who sing a variety
of sacred music. Currently they provide music and help lead
congregational singing for the 11:00a.m. service and occasionally
the 8:30a.m. service. The Chancel Choir rehearses on Wednesdays at
7p.m. to 8:30p.m. from the end of August to the first week of July.
New members are always welcome and you do not have to know how to
read music to join.
Disciples Children’s Choir
1st through 6th Grade
This group rehearses regularly on Sundays from 5p.m. to 5:45p.m. in
room 215.
They have an advantage of not only learning how to lead worship
though song, but they are also receiving a quality music education.
Disciples participate in worship once a month during the fall and
spring and put on a musical at the end of the spring. During the
summer months Disciples do not meet.
Glory Ringers
The Glory Ringers are a polished bell choir beginning with high
school students through adults. They rehearse from the end of August
to the beginning of June, on Mondays from 7p.m. to 8p.m., and
participate monthly in all three worship services. New members are
always welcome and encouraged to participate.
Redeemed
We are blessed to encounter one of the most outstanding praise teams
in Ellis County. This ensemble consists of several talented
musicians gifted in keyboard, percussion, voice, and guitar.
Redeemed rehearses on Wednesdays from 7p.m. to 8p.m. and they lead
worship at the 9:45a.m. service in the Family Life Center.
JOY (Just Older Youth) Singers
This group of volunteers spends time singing hymns on Tuesdays, from
2p.m. to 2:45p.m. with those who live in assisted living facilities.
First and third Tuesdays are spent at Renfro and second and fourth
Tuesdays are spent at Pleasant Manor. Fifth Tuesdays are spent at
Covenant Place. All of these facilities are located in Waxahachie.
Organist, Roy Pompa Roy's Notes:We have heard the beautiful music Roy plays on the church organ, we have seen his smiling face, now we can read some of his thoughts he would like to share to enhance our music experience during worship. What a blessing it is to have Roy with us and know his heart is really in the work he does to glorify God!
Instrumental and Vocal Ensembles These groups are formed throughout the year to enhance or provide special music.
New Creation Signers This group is comprised of Youth who enjoy showing God's Word through sign language & music.
Sacred Dancers This liturgical dance group performs often for all three worship services. This group is for older elementary children & Youth.
Music
- Choir " Ave Verum Corpus"
The Mozart Ave verum is widely regarded as one of the
most beautiful pieces of music ever composed.
"Chamber choir from Leicester, U.K."
Bishop Street United Methodist church
Leicester, Midlands
United Kingdom
Ave Verum Corpus - Organ and Choir Ave Verum Corpus
ocopella
The music ministry at First United Methodist Church
seeks to provide opportunities for children, youth, and adults
to glorify God through their music offerings.
Joyful Noise, Men's Quartet
If you are a
newcomer to this church, or someone who has chosen to rethink
the ways in which you can be more involved, we have a place
for you in the music ministry! Our music groups are made up
entirely of volunteers, and if you are interested in praising
God through music, we have a place for YOU!
Please contact Ed Gibson Director of Music if you
would like to participate.
The
music ministry at First United Methodist Church is a vital and
important dimension in the life of the church. Our music program
seeks to glorify God through the use of vocal and instrumental music
and liturgical dance. We provide all styles and genres of music to
make the worship experience as meaningful as possible. We believe
that music is important in the life of each person, family, the
congregation, and especially during times of worship. Our music
staff includes talented leaders whose combined talents brings
together many years of experience in sacred music.
Hand
Bell Camp2008 
Chancel Choir
Redeemed
Organist, Roy Pompa
