Music Ministry

The music ministry of FUMC Red Oak serves the local body of Christ through worship leadership, special music for services and events and instruction in music through the various ensembles.  Current music ensembles include the Chancel Choir, Handbell Choir, MMM (Methodist Music Makers aka God’s Ringtones) for children grades 2 through 6, and a praise band.

Larry McCord - Minister of Music
 

Chancel Choir
Rehearsal Times:  7:15 pm Wednesday

The Chancel Choir of FUMC Red Oak consists of adult men and women and sings sacred choral literature from a variety of genres, classical to contemporary.  Everyone is welcome to take part in this ensemble which currently ministers in the 11:00 am service.
 

Handbell Choir
Rehearsal Times:  TBA (during active seasons)

The Handbell Choir of FUMC Red Oak consists of both high school age young people and adults and is open to new as well as seasoned ringers.  The ensemble rings a 3-Octave Malmark set of handbells and currently rehearses and ministers in worship only during the Christmas and Easter seasons.  During active seasons, this ensemble ministers at the 11:00 am service.
 

Methodist Music Makers aka GOD’S RINGTONES
Rehearsal Times:  6:15-7:00 pm Wednesday
The Methodist Music Makers of FUMC Red Oak is a children’s choir composed of young people 2nd through 6th grades.  Larry McCord and Jo Wilsford lead this ensemble which meets after the fellowship meal each Wednesday to share in a time of fellowship, teaching, music learning and games.  Also known as God’s Ringtones, the group plays a 2-octave set of Malmark handchimes, preparing them to later take part in the Handbell Choir should they desire.  They minister throughout the year in the 11:00 am service and take part in a Christmas Pageant during the Advent season.