There are at least three opportunities at First Presbyterian for members to express their faith through music and use their talents to serve and praise God.

By far the largest and first choir is the Congregational Choir. Hymn singing is a vital part of each worship service.  The Pastors, Music Directors and Organist meet monthly to plan the hymn singing. The hymns, as well as the choral music, seek to reflect the theme of each service.

Choir Practice

The Chancel Choir is the main worship choir of the congregation. This choir leads the hymn singing and usually sings the anthem and other service music. Persons with vocal and musical skills are invited to use those God given abilities as a part of this musical family. Weekly Wednesday rehearsals are held for most of the year. In the Summer lengthened Sunday worship preparation sometimes takes the place of the Wednesday rehearsal. The choir regularly sings two complete services of music each year. (Christmas and Spring). Guest Musicians and the instrumentalists are usually a part of these offerings to our church and community.

The Sanctuary Ringers is our Adult Handbell Choir. We have a complete five octave set of Malmark Handbells and a complete five octave set of Malmark Choir Chimes. This choir of a dozen ringers usually plays the Prelude and Offertory on a monthly basis during their September through May season. Members of this choir assist the Chancel Choir, as needed, with anthem accompaniments. In times past this choir has participated in area-wide workshops and handbell festivals. 

If you have the interest, time and talent, I would appreciate the opportunity to meet you and talk with you further about the Adult Music Opportunities for you at First Presbyterian.

Bob Chapman, Director of Adult Music