St. Matthews - Music Ministries

Music Ministries

Psalm 96: 1-2 says, “Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise His name.” The music ministry of St. Matthew’s does just that. Praise the Lord for the variety of gifts found within our church’s music program. We are a blessed congregation!

I would like to extend a personal invitation to any person who loves to “make a joyful noise” to join one of our choirs. Many opportunities are available for persons of all ages to join a choral group within the church. The Children’s Choirs meet on Wednesday at 6 p.m. The divisions are preschool, 1st-3rd grades and 4th–6th grades. The Sanctuary Choir is our lead worship team for the 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. services. The adults rehearse on Wednesdays at 7:15 p.m. in the Choir Room.

We also have the ministry of Handbells. The Adult Handbells meet on Sundays at 6 p.m. Reading music notation is a prerequisite.

I have been so blessed through church music through the years. As a child, I was in a very small church that did not have a children’s choir. Later as a youth, I moved to a larger church and joined the Youth Choir. What great memories abound from UMYF, Choir Trips, special performances, retreats, etc. Then as an adult, I had the opportunity to be in an active adult choir. As a result of these experiences, I wanted to use my gifts to honor God and give back some of the blessings I received. Through musicals for children, youth and adults, as well as weekly worship services, I have felt the power of the Holy Spirit rest upon His people. So now, I offer these blessings for you, also. Don’t miss the joy and blessing which music offers as you … “sing to the Lord.”

“Sing”cerely,

Tim

This Week at St. Matthews

Sunday, February 5, 2012 - 5th Sunday after the Epiphany

8:30 a.m. - Sanctuary Celebration Worship Service

9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages

9:45 a.m. - Acolyte Training

11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary Celebration Worship Service

11:00 a.m. - INTERSECTION Worship Service

3:00 p.m. - Children's Ministry Team (library)

4:00 p.m. - INTERSECTION Planning (parlor)

5:30 p.m. - Youth Supper & Activities

Monday, February 6, 2012

10:00 a.m. - Library Committee

1:00 p.m. - Flower Ministry

5:45 p.m. - Staff Parish (library)

6:00 p.m. - Zumba Exercise Class (Hart Hall)

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

9:00 a.m. - Staff Meeting

9:30 a.m. -Genesis Circle (parlor)

4:00 p.m. - Confirmation Class

6:30 p.m. - SEMI circle (kitchen & parlor)

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

9:00 a.m. - Beth Moore Study

4:00 p.m. - Intercessory Prayer Group (parlor)

4:00 p.m. - Super 6's

4:00 p.m. - Ladies Small Group

5:00 p.m. - WNL Supper begins

6:00 p.m. - Activities for all ages

6:00 p.m. - Acolyte Training (Sanctuary)

7:00 p.m. - WNL Dismissal

7:15 p.m. - Adult Choir Rehearsal

7:15 p.m. - Youth Serious Time

8:15 p.m. - Adult Handbells

Thursday, February 9, 2012

6:30 a.m. - Men's Prayer Group

9:30 a.m. - Card Care Ministry

2:00 p.m. - Age-Less Aerobics

6:00 p.m. - Zumba

Saturday, February 11, 2012

6:00 p.m. - Valentine Dinner & Dance

Sunday, February 12, 2012 - 6th Sunday after the Epiphany

8:30 a.m. - Sanctuary Celebration Worship Service

9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages

9:45 a.m. - Acolyte Training (Sanctuary)

11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary Celebration Worship Service

INTERSECTION Worship Service

Preschool Children's Church

4:00 p.m. - INTERSECTION Planning Meeting (parlor)

6:00 p.m. - Youth Snack Supper & Activities

6:00 p.m. - Adult Handbells

St. Matthew's United Methodist Church - Madison, MS

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This Week at St. Matthews