Music Ministries

 

Sanctuary Choir

The Sanctuary Choir leads traditional worship every Sunday morning during the 11:00 a.m. service. This choir is open to adults who feel called to serve God through the musical gifts He has given them. The choir sings a wide variety of hymn arrangements, choral classics, and contemporary worship anthems. In addition to Sunday services, the group presents several special programs throughout the year and participates in many community events. Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. If you are interested in joining the Sanctuary Choir, you are welcome to do so at any time throughout the year.

Handbell Choir

Our Handbell Choir meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 6:30 PM in Oaks Hall.

Handbell Ensemble

Our Handbell Ensemble meets every Thursday morning at 10:00 AM in Oaks Hall.

Women’s Ensemble

Our Women’s Ensemble meets every Tuesday at Noon in the Choir room.

Mixed Ensemble

Our Mixed Ensemble meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at 6:30 PM in the Chapel.

Tanya Ghoreishi Scholarship Fund

The Tanya Ghoreishi Scholarship Fund was established in 2008 by the Sanctuary Choir to aid and encourage church members to further their education. It was named after Tanya Ghoreishi, the previous Minister of Music and Worship. The choir wanted to honor her contribution to the ministry of McEachern Memorial UMC. The scholarship is awarded to high school seniors who are headed to an accredited college or technical/vocational school. The seniors do not need to be pursuing a degree in arts to apply for or receive this scholarship. Its applicants are subject to the following requirements:

  1. The applicant must have been an active member of McEachern Memorial UMC for at least two years.
  2. The applicant must be in good standing with their current high school with regular attendance.
  3. The applicant must complete the application form, and if requested, be willing to appear before the selection committee.
The music committee reviews the applications and determines the recipients of the scholarship. Scholarship money is paid directly to the educational institution to be applied to the students’ tuition account. 
CLASS OF 2025 APPLICATION