Chancel Choir

(Wednesday, 6:15 pm)

The Chancel Choir sings weekly for the 10:55 am Service of Worship as well as for other special services throughout the year. Repertoire consists of a wide variety of styles from classical and traditional to spirituals adn contemporary. Membership is open to all High School through Adult. Childcare is available.

First Praise

(2nd, 4th, & 5th Sundays, 6:00 pm)

First Praise sings on the first Sunday of the month for both Services of Worship (8:30 and 10:55 am) and other special services. Our repertoire is more blended and contemporary in nature. Membership is open to all. First Praise is directed by Linda Huff.

Chapel Choir

(2nd & 4th Sundays, 8:00 a.m.)

The Chapel Choir sings on the second and fourth Sundays for the 8:30 am Service of Worship in the Chapel. Rehearsals are at 8:00 am on the Sunday the choir is singing. Anthems are simple in nature and are in a wide variety of styles. Mark Gourley directs the Chapel Choir.

Funeral & Memorial Service

(As Needed)

This choir will consist of individuals willing to be called upon to lead the music for Funerals and Memorial Services. One may be a member of another choir or just willing to help out when needed. Call or email Mark Gourley if you are willing to be contacted when there is need for this choir. (see contact information above).

Pure in Heart

(Sundays, 3:45 p.m.)

This is a high school treble chorus sponsored by First Presbyterian Church. The choir is comprised of girls from different schools as well as local churches. Pure in Heart participates in Services of Worship at First Presbyterian Church and throughout the community. Pure in Heart is directed by Sharon Coker. Contact Sharon Coker, Choir Director,at 483-9606 or scoker3@nc.rr.com.

Faithful Hearts

(Sundays, 5:15 p.m.)

This is a middle school treble chorus. Faithful Hearts is led by Sharon Coker. Contact Sharon Coker for more information, 483-9606 or scoker3@nc.rr.com.

Youth/Canticle Handbell Ringers

(Sunday, 5:00 pm)

6th - 12th Grade - This is a new group being formed for the youth. Anyone grades 6-12 is invited to join, regardless of musical ability!

Adult, College, and High School - This group is for adults who enjoy fun and fellowship while enjoying the art of handbell ringing. Musical ability is desired but not required. This group rings for Services of Worship and other programs.

Revelation Ringers

(Monday, 12:30 p.m.)

Adults - This is a group of handbell ringers who want more! These ringers will explore the art of ensemble handbell ringing. (Ensemble ringing requires fewer ringers than a regular handbell choir.)  They will ring for Services of Worship and other programs.

Beginning Handbells

(Time and Date - TBA)

Adults - This is a handbell choir for adults who wish to learn to ring. Emphasis will be on building musical skills and handbell technique. No previous musical experience is necessary. We need seven individuals to begin this choir.

Instrumentalists

We always have a need for instrumentalists to be involved in the music life of First Church. Instrumentalists accompany choirs, play solos, or participate in ensembles. If you play an instrument and wish to share your talents, please contact Mark Gourley,

910.483.0121 or email MarkGourley@firstprez.com.