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. We define the
purpose of our music ministry as,
Ed C. Gibson IV, is from Houston, and recently graduated from SMU
with a Master of Sacred Music. He received his Bachelor of Arts in
Music with a minor in Religious Studies from TSU in San Marcos. Ed
feels honored to have the opportunity to serve in the Waxahachie
community. His father and grandfather were born in Waxahachie, and
the community knew his great-grandfather as Professor Gibson. Prior
to serving FUMC Waxahachie, Ed served as the Choir Director of
Munger Place UMC in Dallas.
Ed will be serving in a full time capacity which is great news for
all of us, as we seek to expand the music department. We welcome Ed,
his joyful personality, and his God given gifts that he will share
with our congregation with the goal of praising God.
We will have a reception for Ed on Feb. 18th after the 10:45
service, to welcome him and let everyone get a chance to meet him as
well.
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.
Chancel Choir Provides weekly anthems and special music for the 10:45 a.m. worship service & bi-weekly anthems for the 8:30 a.m. service. Rehearsals are Wednesdays, 6:45-8:00 p.m..
Redeemed PraiseTeam Provides music for the Contemporary worship service at 9:30 a.m. and at other special times during the year.
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.
J.O.Y. (Just Older Youth) Singers This young-at-heart group enjoys spending their Tuesday mornings in music and fellowship with members of nursing homes. They visit a different care center each Tuesday.
Sacred Dancers This liturgical dance group performs often for all three worship services. This group is for older elementary children & Youth.
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. We define the
purpose of our music ministry as,
Ed C. Gibson IV, is from Houston, and recently graduated from SMU
with a Master of Sacred Music. He received his Bachelor of Arts in
Music with a minor in Religious Studies from TSU in San Marcos. Ed
feels honored to have the opportunity to serve in the Waxahachie
community. His father and grandfather were born in Waxahachie, and
the community knew his great-grandfather as Professor Gibson. Prior
to serving FUMC Waxahachie, Ed served as the Choir Director of
Munger Place UMC in Dallas. 
Redeemed PraiseTeam
