Music Ministries

Sanctuary Choir

Membership in the Sanctuary Choir is open to young adults through senior adults. No audition is required. With roots firmly anchored in traditional anthems and sacred masterworks, this choir is able to present music in a variety of styles including spirituals, contemporary gospel, and hymn arrangements. In addition to leading worship services each Sunday, the choir presents special music for remembrances and holidays.

The Sanctuary Choir rehearses each Wednesday from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the Music Suite.

The Sanctuary Choir's repertoire includes:

Messiah

Gloria

Missa Brevis in C

Christmas Oratorio

Gloria/Requiem

Requiem

Peaceable Kingdom

The Sanctuary Choir is involved in Community Thanksgiving Services, Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebrations, Patriotic salutes, Spartanburg Community Band, and more.

Rusty Keesler - Director of Music Ministries

Marcia Harris - Music Associate

Fernwood Ringers

The Fernwood Ringers is open to youth and adults who are interested in ringing handbells and chimes. The Ringers rehearse each Wednesday from 4:30 until 5:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Fernwood has 5 octaves of Schulmerich handbells and 4 octaves of hand chimes. The Fernwood Ringers present music in worship services approximately once a month. Previous ringing experience is not necessary, but the ability to read music is.

Rusty Keesler - Director

Professional Associations

Choristers Guild

American Choral Directors Association

Guild of English Handbell Ringers

American Guild of Organists