MUSIC MINISTRIES
Make a joyful noise unto the Lord! Music is important at St. John’s. Consider sharing your musical talents and gifts by participating in our Music Ministry. For more information, contact the Music Office at (505) 982-5397 extension 116 or email wendy.music@sfstjohnsumc.org.
Make a joyful noise unto the Lord! Music is important at St. John’s. Consider sharing your musical talents and gifts by participating in our Music Ministry. For more information, contact the Music Office at (505) 982-5397 extension 116 or email wendy.music@sfstjohnsumc.org.
Register now for winter Family Music Classes. We’re now offering a daytime class in addition to the usual two evening classes. These classes are for preschoolers with their families. Call (982-5397 ext. 116) or email (wendy.music@sfstjohnsumc.org) Wendy Russel for class specifics and registration details.
ADULT CHOIRS
Credo Ensemble leads the 8:30 AM worship service. Rehearsals: Wednesday evening at 6:15 PM in the Choir Hall.
Chancel Choir leads 11 AM worship service. Rehearsals: Wednesday evening at 6:15 PM in the Choir Hall.
YOUTH CHOIR
High school age youth help lead worship by being worship assistants, participating in dramas, playing in small ensembles or providing instrumental accompaniments for hymns and anthems. Youth worship involvement is coordinated by Wendy Russel, Director of Music Ministries and Greg Kennedy, Pastor.
C.O.D.A. Team Ensemble is for 7th and 8th graders and directed by Wendy Russel. Rehearsals: Sunday evenings from 5 – 6 PM in SB5 and/or Choir Hall. They lead worship periodically throughout the school year.
CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
The Cherub Choir (Kindergarten through 2nd grade) and W.O.W. Ensemble (3rd though 6th grade) are led by Wendy Russel, Director of Music Ministries. She holds a Level 2 accreditation by the ECMMA, Level 2 Orff Schulwerk certification and is a licensed Musikgarten teacher. Both groups meet as part of the God Squad programming on Sunday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m.
Cherub Choir – Kindergarten through 2nd grade
Rehearsals: Sunday evening from 4:30 – 5:00 PM in Room SB5.
Pitch matching, beat competency and beginning musical literacy through singing games, movement and instrument exploration.
W.O.W. Ensemble (Wonders of Worship) – 3rd though 6th grade
Rehearsals: Sunday evenings from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. in room SB5/Choir Hall.
Learn to use hand bells, Orff instruments, movement, drama, vocal and visual arts to enhance the worship experience.
HANDBELL CHOIRS
The handbell choirs are under the direction of Cheryl Stumpff, Handbell coordinator. They lead worship periodically throughout the year. For more information, contact the Music Office at (505) 982-5397 extension 116 or email wendy.music@sfstjohnsumc.org.
Asbury Ringers / Adult Bells
Rehearsals: Sundays at 3:30 PM in the Bell Hall
This Group of Ringers is made up of adults that have graduated from high school. Membership is acquired by attending regular rehearsals and services.
Fiesta Ringers / Youth Bells
Rehearsals: Sundays at 4:30 PM in the Bell Hall
This is the youth Hand Bell Choir for grades 6-12. They also tour during the summer with past tours including Disney World, The Crystal Cathedral and other U.S. locations. Membership in this group can be obtained by attending regular rehearsals and performances.
Credo Ensemble leads the 8:30 AM worship service. Rehearsals: Wednesday evening at 6:15 PM in the Choir Hall.
Chancel Choir leads 11 AM worship service. Rehearsals: Wednesday evening at 6:15 PM in the Choir Hall.
YOUTH CHOIR
High school age youth help lead worship by being worship assistants, participating in dramas, playing in small ensembles or providing instrumental accompaniments for hymns and anthems. Youth worship involvement is coordinated by Wendy Russel, Director of Music Ministries and Greg Kennedy, Pastor.
C.O.D.A. Team Ensemble is for 7th and 8th graders and directed by Wendy Russel. Rehearsals: Sunday evenings from 5 – 6 PM in SB5 and/or Choir Hall. They lead worship periodically throughout the school year.
CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
The Cherub Choir (Kindergarten through 2nd grade) and W.O.W. Ensemble (3rd though 6th grade) are led by Wendy Russel, Director of Music Ministries. She holds a Level 2 accreditation by the ECMMA, Level 2 Orff Schulwerk certification and is a licensed Musikgarten teacher. Both groups meet as part of the God Squad programming on Sunday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m.
Cherub Choir – Kindergarten through 2nd grade
Rehearsals: Sunday evening from 4:30 – 5:00 PM in Room SB5.
Pitch matching, beat competency and beginning musical literacy through singing games, movement and instrument exploration.
W.O.W. Ensemble (Wonders of Worship) – 3rd though 6th grade
Rehearsals: Sunday evenings from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. in room SB5/Choir Hall.
Learn to use hand bells, Orff instruments, movement, drama, vocal and visual arts to enhance the worship experience.
HANDBELL CHOIRS
The handbell choirs are under the direction of Cheryl Stumpff, Handbell coordinator. They lead worship periodically throughout the year. For more information, contact the Music Office at (505) 982-5397 extension 116 or email wendy.music@sfstjohnsumc.org.
Asbury Ringers / Adult Bells
Rehearsals: Sundays at 3:30 PM in the Bell Hall
This Group of Ringers is made up of adults that have graduated from high school. Membership is acquired by attending regular rehearsals and services.
Fiesta Ringers / Youth Bells
Rehearsals: Sundays at 4:30 PM in the Bell Hall
This is the youth Hand Bell Choir for grades 6-12. They also tour during the summer with past tours including Disney World, The Crystal Cathedral and other U.S. locations. Membership in this group can be obtained by attending regular rehearsals and performances.
