| MUSIC MINISTRIES
For more information about any of the music groups, or solo or ensemble opportunities in worship, contact Ellen Davis, Director of Music
570-326-5569 or stjnmusicdir@verizon.net
Vocal Groups - Chancel Choir
Open to any youth and adults who are interested, this group sings anthems and congregational music in both of the morning worship services and for special services. Rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings, 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Choir Room, during which time the choir works on anthems and choral techniques, and shares in devotional and prayer experiences. - Voices of Grace (Women’s Ensemble)
This group rehearses on the first and third Thursday of the month, 6:00-6:45 p.m. in the Choir Room. Under the direction of Connie Hepler, the women sing at nursing homes & special events. - Youth Choir
For 6th-12th graders, this choir rehearses on Sunday evenings, 5:00-5:45 p.m. in the Choir Room. Emphasis is placed on ensemble singing, worship leadership, and spiritual nurture. - Sunday Evening Fellowship/Music Activities
Tot Time
This group is for preschool children and Kindergartners. Children age three and older are invited, and two-year-olds are welcome with the participation of a parent. The group meets from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Preschool Room (with a short time in the Fellowship Hall). They enjoy music games, singing, and playing bells in the Annabells choir. A snack and recreation time are also part of this experience. Directors: Shelly Litz and Nancy Jacobs. - 1-5 Grades
As part of the Evening Fellowship Activity from 6:00-7:30 p.m., the 1-5 Graders meet in the Choir Room for music activities from 6:00-6:30 p.m. Activities include playing music games, learning hymns and choruses, and preparing music for special Sunday evening events. The segment concludes with a devotion and prayer time.
Instrumental Groups - Beginner Handbell Choir
Open to 5th graders and older—and to 4th graders with the participation of a parent—this choir teaches Handbell techniques and music-reading skills. New ringers are welcome! All members must commit to participate for a minimum of an entire semester (September through December and/or January through May). Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings, 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Choir Room, and include physical warm-ups, technique exercises, and work on Handbell music. The choir plays in worship 4-6 times a year. - Chancel Handbell Choir and Handbell Ensembles
High school youth and adults with ringing experience are invited to join these groups as openings become available. Currently, openings are available for the 2007-2008 year. New ringers must meet with the Director before joining. Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings, 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the Choir Room. The groups play in worship every 4-6 weeks and for special services. - High School Handbell Ensemble
High school youth with advanced ringing experience are invited to join this ensemble, which participates in worship about four times a year. Rehearsals are held on Sunday afternoons, 4:00-4:45 p.m. in the Choir Room. Emphasis is placed on ensemble-ringing skills and advanced Handbell techniques. Students who have not played in the Beginner Handbell Choir at Saint John’s–Newberry must audition with the Director before joining. - Church Band
Open to instrumentalists of all levels of experience, this group provides music for special occasions during the year. Rehearsals are held on the first
Sunday of each month, 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the Choir Room. Director of the Church
Band is Dawn McCandless. - Praise Team
Open to interested vocalists and instrumentalists, this group leads contemporary Christian congregational music. Rehearsals are held as needed in the Sanctuary, usually on a Tuesday evening. - Other Instrumental Groups
Short-term groups are organized on occasion as interested is expressed. Past groups have been a Flute Choir, a Youth String Ensemble, and a Youth Wind Ensemble.
School of the Arts
Saint John's is privileged to offer a School of the Arts as one of its music and arts ministries. For more information contact the School of the Arts office at 327-5575. Director: Anne Keely | |
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