Music
We invite you to COME and join us in making music and to become part of our choir family!
We are excited to introduce you to the vibrant Music Ministry of the First United Methodist Church of Jackson, Michigan this coming fall. The participants of our music ministry come from all backgrounds, ages, and abilities. The combination of all these collective skills and varying abilities results in beautiful music that enriches our worship of God.
Maybe you’re a beginner or just haven’t sung in many years. That’s OK, we invite you to COME and join us.
Maybe your life is really hectic, and you can’t commit to weekly rehearsals. That’s OK too. Maybe you’re a “snow-bird” and are gone in the winter. We invite you to join us for the season, for just one month, or the months that you are here.
We hope that you’ll consider joining us in worship and in music. Come, your new choir family awaits!!
The Music Ministry of the First United Methodist Church has been and continues to be a vibrant and strong ministry in the worship life of Jackson First.
This adult choir continues to be a strong music fellowship. The Chancel Choir is a non-auditioned choir that rehearses weekly on Wednesdays at 7pm. The Chancel Choir has been honored to have been invited in recent years to sing at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in NY city. Those concerts were an example of what “everyday, (non-musician) people” can do when they link their voices together in the praise of God. All are welcome to add their voices with ours.
This select women’s ensemble has been making music together since 2006. This nine-voice ensemble, with their close harmonies, have been a wonderful addition to our music ministry. They share their music in worship once a month.
A “journeymen” is a skilled craftsman who works under the direction of the “Master Craftsman.” God is the “master craftsman.” This new select men’s vocal ensemble is one of the only good things that came out of the pandemic. This eight-voice ensemble started in the Fall of 2020 and are a joy to hear. They share their music in worship once a month.
This is our handbell/handchime ensemble. Presently, this group has nine ringers with room at the table for more. Some basic music reading ability is a must. This three-octave ensemble plays in worship about every six weeks and for holiday concerts and services.
Our church is uniquely fortunate to have such skilled organists and pianist who share their skills with us weekly. Our Martin Ott, 4 manual Pipe organ was installed in 2002.
Music Ministries Director
Timothy T. Meunier
Director of Music Ministries
Music Therapy Ministry
Now partnering with Harmony Gardens Music Therapy services!
The Music Therapy Ministry seeks to create spaces where families can experience joy, healing, and spiritual growth together, fulfilling the our mission to serve with love, compassion, and a deep commitment to the well-being of all.
Through this ministry, we are:
- Promoting Family and Community Wellness
- Providing Access to Healing and Support
- Fostering Inclusion and Connection