CHOIRS AND HANDBELLS The First Presbyterian Church invites all members to consider participation in the musical groups outlined below. MUSIC MINISTRY 2009-2010 CHANCEL CHOIR (college age and adult): The Chancel Choir rehearses Wednesday evenings 6:45-8:15pm. NEW SINGERS are encouraged to take part. In addition to leading in worship each Sunday, the Chancel Choir will sing a special service of music on November 1 in celebration of All Saints’ Day. On December 20, the choir will be joined by our other choirs in the annual A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols. YOUTH CHOIR (grades 6-12): The Youth Choir, led by Gail McGowen, sings in worship often. This energetic choir meets on Sundays at 5:00-6:00, just before youth fellowship. Rehearsals are held in the Choir Room. COVENANT CHOIR (grades 3-5): The Covenant Choir, led by Patrick Murphy, sings in worship about once a month. In addition to singing, we explore making music in new and exciting ways. Have you tried Boomwhackers? Well, come to Covenant Choir and you will! Covenant Choir rehearses on Sundays at 6:00-7:00pm in Room 220. CAROL CHOIR (Kindergarten-grade 2): Led by Fredda Payne, fun activities and songs give these young singers an opportunity to explore their musical gifts. Carol Choir sings in worship a few times during the year. Rehearsals are Sundays 6:00-6:45pm in Room 224. CARILLON CHOIR (handbells, high school to adult): The Carillon Choir meets on Thursdays at 5:30-6:30pm in Room 228. This handbell choir rings nearly 61 bells and 48 choir chimes! If you have some music reading ability and/or previous handbell experience and are interested, please contact Patrick Murphy. Contact Patrick Murphy to register or to ask questions.