Music Ministries

Opportunities in Music at First Methodist

Through our music programs, we seek to foster an environment of fruitful creativity, fun, and fellowship, all while preparing for various performances. We strive for our music to enhance our worship experiences and deepen our own spiritual connection with God. All are welcome to participate. No auditions or music reading skills are required.

CHANCEL CHOIR

Adults and high school students are invited to participate in the Chancel Choir. This ensemble participates in Traditional Worship at 10:00 am throughout the year. New members are always welcome.  There is no audition process.

Rehearsals: Wednesdays from 6:30-7:45 pm and on Sundays at 9:30 am in the Choir Room (#117). (Paused for the Summer, will resume on August 7.)

HANDBELL CHOIR

The Handbell Choir is open to adults and high school students. This ensemble participates in worship on special occasions.

Rehearsal: Mondays at 6:00 pm in the Handbell Room (Room 115) 

(Paused for the Summer, will resume on Monday, September 16.)

Worship Schedule: (Subject to Change)

Sunday, October 20

Sunday, November 10

Sunday, December 8

For more information contact Jeremy Blackwood, our Director of Music Ministries at 903-893-6514 orjeremy@firstmethodistsherman.org.

Chancel Choir Anthem Schedule: (Subject to Change)

Sunday, September 29 - If You Search With All Your Heart (Craig Courtney)

Sunday, October 6 - He's Got the Whole World/This Is My Father's World (arr. Joel Raney)

Sunday, October 13 - May Our Work and Praise Be One (Mark Hill)

Sunday, October 20 - Look at the World (John Rutter)

Sunday, October 27 - What Shall I Offer My God (Lloyd Larson)

Sunday, November 3 - All Things New (Elaine Hagenberg)

Sunday, November 10 - A Song of Thanksgiving (Allen Pote)

Sunday, November 17 - TBD

Sunday, November 24 - My Eternal King (Jane Marshall)

Sunday, December 1 - Prepare (Jon Paige)

Sunday, December 8 - Lo How a Rose E’er Blooming/The Rose (arr. Craig Hella Johnson)

Sunday, December 15 - Cantata

Sunday, December 22 - TBD

Tuesday, December 24 - Make My Life a Bethlehem (Craig Courtney)