First United Methodist Church
Stephenville, TX
MUSIC MINISTRY
Glorifying God, Strengthening Our Faith, Lifting up Christ
in Our Community through Music.
CHANCEL CHOIR
Sunday Mornings - 10:40am - 12:00pm
Wednesday Evenings - 7:00pm-8:30pm
Sanctuary
Adults & Youth (8th grade & up)
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The Chancel Choir sings a variety of choral literature, ranging from classical to gospel and more. This ensemble rehearses in the sanctuary at 7:00pm on Wednesdays and leads worship during the 11:00am Traditional service Sunday mornings. We also lead special worship services for Christmas and Easter! Membership is open to any adult or youth (8th grade & up). Childcare is available during rehearsal times, upon request..
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WORSHIP BAND
Sunday Mornings - 8:00am - 10:00am
Thursday Evenings - 6:30pm-7:30pm
Sanctuary
Adults
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A variety of musical instruments including the piano, guitar, bass, and drums are used to lead congregational singing in the Sunday, 9:00am contemporary service. Rehearsal is on Thursday evenings at 6:30pm.
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HANDBELL CHOIR
Wednesday evenings - 6:00 pm-6:45 pm
Sanctuary
Adults
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We currently ring 5 octaves of Schulmerich Handbells, approximately every 6 weeks, for our Traditional 11:00 worship service, and for special services, as may be needed. Music includes a variety of styles (some with special techniques), offered as Preludes, Offertories, and to accompany Congregational Singing. Any and all Adults and Youth who read music may ring. If interested in joining our Handbell Choir, please email the Music Director for more information.
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AWOMMA
One week each summer, 9 am-12 pm
K-6th grade
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This event takes place each summer for one week from 9 am-noon, and is open to children entering grades K-6th grade. Divided into age-appropriate groups, children sing and ring, create artwork, attend liturgical dance class, and drama class. A program is presented at the end of the week at noon.
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