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 Music Ministry Mission Statement

For you, O Lord, have made me glad by your work; At the works of your hands I sing for joy.  Psalm 92:4

Our purpose is to make disciples for Christ through a music program that is inspired by Scripture and sustained by the Holy Spirit.  In order to support and strengthen faithful worship of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, we dedicate ourselves to all areas of our church life so that through our music we might glorify God, and effectively guide, encourage and direct our brothers and sisters in Christ to an abiding faith in our eternal and loving God.

Grace Notes

Chancel Choir meets Wednesdays in the Sanctuary 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Cherub Choir meets Wednesdays from 6:00 to 6:40 p.m.

Want to practice your music at home?  Click on www.cyberbass.com       For the Messiah, click on Major Works, then  slide down to Handel

 

A Philosophy of Children’s Music Ministry


When Jesus asked for the little children to come to him, He meant it!  Since the beginning of the church, children have had an active role in worship.  Many of the great masterworks of Western art music were composed to be sung with and by children.  At Bluffton United Methodist Church, we seek to teach our children how to lead in worship through diverse forms of music and liturgy.  We believe an important part of this process involves helping the children to grow in their faith by singing the hymns, anthems, and songs of the Church as a way of deepening their understanding of and engagement with their Creator.  It is vital that the children understand both the words they sing and the musical language used to communicate them.  Therefore we will create an environment that allows for both spiritual and musical expression and education.  We desire to enable the church’s children in such a way that their worship participation is an offering to God.

Goals for Children’s Music Ministry

 Teach hymns, anthems, songs of the global Church (World Music).
 Educate about worship and participate in worship leadership.
 Teach and develop musical skills.
 Nurture spiritual growth through Christian formation.
 Instill an attitude of service, outreach, and commitment.
 Provide social activities for fellowship to create a sense of community.


Coventry Choir for grades 4-7
    
Meets in choir room on Wednesdays, 6:00-6:40
     Directed by Mrs. Cecil Corson and assisted by Mrs Lourri Norris-Waite
     Children will be challenged by providing harmonies, signing, and rythmic accompaniments to our songs.  The Coventry choir will sing with the Cherub Choir.

Cherub Choir for ages 4-8
     Meets in fellowship hall on Wednesdays, 6:00-6-40
     Directed by Mrs. Ella Davis

Rehearsal Schedule for 2011-2012:
     October 5, 12, 19
     November 2,9,16,30
     December (no rehearsals)
     January 4,11,18
     February 1,8,15,22
     March 7,14,21,28

Worship Service Presentations:  Sundays, 11:00 am
    Nov 20, Dec 4, Feb 26, April 1

 
PRAISE WORSHIP TEAM

Whether our worship services are traditional, contemporary, blended or any other style, the main objective in our worship services is not about style of worship but content.  We are connected to each other in worship that is grounded in God's Holy Word and led by His Spirit.

As we design and implement powerful worship experiences, may we be mindful that if the content of God's Word (Truth) and His Spirit are not present, then style becomes the ultimate goal and not the vehicle for presenting God's Word.

Since October 2010, the Praise Worship Team (PWT) has presented monthly praise selections at both worship services.




Ella W. DavisW. Raymond Ackerman
Ella W. Davis, Director of Music              Dr. W. Raymond Ackerman, Organist


OPEN INVITATION

All Music Ministry ensembles are open to all who have made a commitment to share their time, talents and gifts by singing and playing praises to God.  Contact Ella W. Davis if you are interested in participating.

MUSIC MINISTRY SCHEDULE 2011-12

Sunday, 
October 30
AGO Sacred Concert
St. Peter Catholic Church
70 Lady's Island Drive, Beaufort

3:30 PM
Sunday,
November 30
Pre-Thanksgiving Day Service
Chancel, Cherub, & Covenant Choirs
11:00
Sunday
December 4

2nd Sunday of Advent
Chancel, Cherub & Covenant Choirs
11:00
Saturday
December 10

Cantata Dress Rehearsal
Guest Musicians
Chancel Choir
9:30-12:30
9:00
10:30
Sunday, 
December 11  
  3rd Sunday of Advent             
 
Cantata:
Shout The Good News!
 Chancel Choir & Chamber Orchestra
 

 8:45 & 11:00 AM
Saturday, 
December 24
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Chancel Choir Warm-up
7:00 PM
6:15  PM
Sunday, 
December 25
Worship Service
11:00 AM
Sunday, 
February 26
First Sunday in Lent
Chancel, Cherub & Covenant Choirs
11:00 AM
Sunday,  
April 1
Passion/Palm Sunday Service
Chancel, Cherub & Covenant Choirs
Guest Musicians
8:45 & 11:00 AM
Friday,
April 6

Good Friday Service
7:00 PM
Sunday, 
April 8
Easter Sunday Services 
The Chancel Choir
Guest musicians 
8:45 & 11:00 AM

                                                                


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