CHANCEL CHOIR

Dr. Brian Norcross, Director

The Chancel Choir sings anthems for most 10:45 services, September through May and

also sings for 8:15 services on select festival services. The choir is open to all singers,

high school age and older. 


Two rehearsals are offered for singers to choose: 1) Thursday nights 7:45 to 9:15,

working on the anthem for the week, anthems for future Sundays and a major work; 

and 2) Sunday mornings 9:30 to 10:30, working exclusively on the anthem for that week. 


The Chancel Choir generally prepares two major works each season, which are performed in worship services. The repertoire of the Chancel Choir is highly varied ranging from "classical" music to spirituals. Major works usually include full orchestra accompaniment. To join, come

to rehearsal, which is located in the choir room, on the lower level of the building.

 

For more information, contact Brian Norcross at 717-358-4233, or email Brian.

CHILDREN'S VOCAL CHOIRS

Jan Betty, Director

 

Cherub Choir (Children Age 3 - Grade 2)

Choir practice is on Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 AM in Room 103

 

Carol Choir (Children in Grades 3-6)

Choir practice is on Wednesdays, in Room 203


Contact Mrs. Betty at 717-653-9537 or by email


YOUTH VOCAL CHOIR & HANDBELL CHOIRS

Chapel Choir (Youth in Grades 7-12)

Peter Omundsen, Director

The choir sings for 8:15 and 10:45 traditional services, once a month, from September through May. The Chapel Choir rehearses Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 8:00, in the lower level Choir Room.

 

Wesley Handbell Choir

Peter Omundsen, Director

The Wesley Handbells is the adult handbell choir and open to anyone who reads music. The Choir rings once a month for the 8:15 and 10:45 services, and rehearses Thursday nights from 6:30 to 7:30 in the Handbell Room, located on the lower level of the building.

 

Youth Handbell Choir (Grades 7-12)

Peter Omundsen, Director

The Youth Handbell Choir is open to middle and high school age ringers. The choir rings for 8:15 and 10:45 traditional services approximately once every other month from September through May. The Youth Handbells rehearse Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 7:00. 


To join any of these choirs, please contact Peter Omundsen by calling the church at 717-394-7231.

INSTRUMENTALISTS & SOLOISTS

Those who play instruments and wish to praise God in worship may present solos or offertories for the Traditional services (8:15 and 10:45), or be a part of the orchestra presenting major cantata events (special services). If you wish to participate in this capacity, please contact Brian Norcross at 717-358-4233.


If you are interested in performing in our Contemporary service, or playing an instrument, singing, or performing in the Easter or Christmas production, please contact the office at 717-394-7231.

Contemporary Worship Team

Brian Close -- Worship Leader

The Contemporary Worship Team leads the music in the 9:30 Contemporary Service. Their goal is to create a space where there is room for everyone to experience the presence of God. The team plays a wide variety of songs ranging from traditional and newly arranged hymns to the most current praise and worship songs. 


The team is always looking for members to serve on a rotating basis, whether it's through vocal, instrumental, or technical gifts. If you feel led to serve in this area, please contact Brian Close at contemporary@engagegodfirst.org to get connected.