Music Ministry

Our church has been truly blessed by God in the area of music.  First United Methodist Church features two adult choirs, one for the Blended Worship service and one for the Traditional Worship service, and each with its own director. The Wesley Ringers, our bell choir regularly shares their gift of music with our congregation. The Praise Band in our Contemporary Worship service brings joy and excitement into the lives of our worshippers. The Church Band plays at various times throughout the year and Pontiac First is always blessed with talented soloists. Our musicians find true joy in sharing their gifts with us and using them to praise our Risen Lord.

Glory Chorale
Sanctuary Choir
Praise Band
Children's Choir
Sunday School Choir
Children's Chime Choir
Pontiac First Church Band
Special Music

GLORY CHORALE
The Glory Chorale is a four part mixed adult choir that sings each Sunday at the 8:15 AM Blended service and at special music presentations throughout the year.  The Glory Chorale rehearses on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM in the church sanctuary.  For more information contact Director of Music Director Laura Ramseyer (842.4101 ▪ ramseyert@pontiac.k12.il.us)

SANCTUARY CHOIR
The Sanctuary Choir is the adult four part mixed choir that sings at the 9:30 AM Traditional service. From time to time throughout the year the Sanctuary Choir is also called to lead worship at special occasions.  They rehearse every Wednesday at 6:30 PM in the sanctuary.  For more information contact Director of Music Director Laura Ramseyer (842.4101 ▪ ramseyert@pontiac.k12.il.us)

PRAISE BAND
The Praise Band leads music each week at the Contemporary service in the sanctuary.  They play a variety of upbeat modern music from Vineyard/Mercy Publishing, Passion, Third Day, Relient K, and more.  Their goal is not just to play music, but to help create a worshipful environment for you to feel free to praise God in.  The Praise Band is comprised of Tom Ramseyer, Bryce Davis, Heather & Jeff Schweizer, Dave Chapman, Phyllis Bend & Pastor Armstrong.  For more information about the Praise Band or Worship Team contact Pastor Grant Armstrong (842-1157 ▪ Grant&#64pontiacfumc.org)

CHILDREN'S CHOIR
The Children's Choir is open for students in grades forth through eighth, although younger children are also welcomed.  They sing at the 9:30 AM Traditional service on the second or third Sunday of each month.  They rehearse every Sunday from 10:30 to 11:00 AM on the third floor of the Education Building.  The Children's Choir also sings from time to time for special occasions including caroling to residents of Evenglow Health Center.  For more information contact Children's Choir Director Mary Hamilton (844.3457)

SUNDAY SCHOOL CHOIR
The Sunday School Choir is comprised of students of the Pontiac First Sunday School.  They sing simple yet fun God like "God's In The Body Building Business" and "Pharaoh, Pharaoh"!  The Sunday School Choir rehearse each Sunday at 9:30 AM on the Third Floor of the Education Building and sing once a month at the 10:45 AM Contemporary service.  For more information contact Children's Coordinator Becky Walker (842.1157)

CHILDREN'S CHIME CHOIR
The Children's Chime Choir was started in 2005 and has since been a wonderful addition to the Music Ministry.  They play childhood church favorites such as "Jesus Loves Me".  The Children's Chime Choir rehearses on various Sundays at 9:30 AM on the Third Floor of the Education Building and play at worship services and special events throughout the year.  For more information contact Dawn Baker (842.2816)

PONTIAC FIRST CHURCH BAND
The Church Band is an ensemble of musicians from different disciplines within the congregation.  They play at special events during the year and during Lent and Advent times.  Those able to play an instrument and read music who are interested in joining are asked to contact Director of Music Laura Ramseyer (842.4101 ▪ ramseyert@pontiac.k12.il.us)

SPECIAL MUSIC
Special Music is provided through the year at various times and services.  Over the summer when the choirs are on break special music is provided each Sunday at the 8:15 and 9:30 AM worship services.  Special music in the past has included soloists, ensembles, guest choirs, and instrumentalists.  For more information contact Director of Music Director Laura Ramseyer (842.4101 ▪ ramseyert@pontiac.k12.il.us)