Music, Worship, & the Arts

Chancel Choir

Ministry is our goal – music is our primary tool. The choir’s purpose is to share the Gospel through song and praise, to lead and bless the congregation in worship and singing of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. We encourage others in their walk with Jesus Christ and to be an avenue for believers to share their spiritual gifts while being an integral part of the worship experience.

Membership in the Chancel Choir is open to all adults and students who commit to serve God in this way. Join if you are willing and able to faithfully and joyfully carry out the responsibilities of choir membership and have a heart for our Lord and desire to grow as ministers and musicians.

For more information or questions, please contact Sean Pollock.

Handbells

Created in England to provide a practice instrument for the carillons (bell towers), handbells are miniature versions of those bells and now add another musical dimension to our worship services. Handbell Ensembles require people with coordination and good rhythm.

New Covenant has two choirs comprised of persons with different skill levels, and those choirs alternate playing in worship during the months of August through April.

Interested ringers in all levels should contact Jean Butler, Handbell Conductor.

Praise Band

The Praise Team comprises an auditioned group of instrumentalists and vocalists who lead our contemporary Saturday night worship services.

Recognizing that God gave us His very best through the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ, the Praise Band is committed to offering quality musicianship in their endeavors to please Him.

ABBA Art

This class, taught by Cindy O’Lear, who is internationally-recognized and paints in just about all media, working in many styles, teaches how to overcome any preconceived reluctance to do art while spreading God’s Word through art. Classes begin with a time of prayer and devotion followed by each artist choosing their own subject and medium. Enjoy and be amazed at the art you can create in this lovely, welcoming environment as you encourage, and are encouraged by, other artists. Students exhibit their work at semi-annual art shows in the Church Narthex.

For additional information, please contact Cindy O’Lear.

Altar Flowers

If you would like to provide an arrangement of altar flowers, please contact Ginny Davis.

 Weddings

The staff and church family of New Covenant United Methodist Church are grateful for the opportunity to share its ministries with you through the event of your wedding or vow renewal. Our goal is to provide a Christian worship setting that is sacred and honors the institution of Christian marriage, a life-long union of one man and one woman based upon vows made before God, family, and friends.

Every aspect of the ceremony, including musical selections, readings, and decorations must enhance the worship experience and contribute to the sanctity of the vows. We will assist you in every way possible to ensure that this day is everything you dream it will be. Our Pastors, Director of Worship, and Worship & Event Coordinator are experienced in the details of wedding planning and are available to assist you. By careful planning and working together with you, we hope you and all ceremony participants will experience the presence of Christ as witnessed at the wedding at Cana of Galilee.

For more information, please contact Angie Rose.