The Strawbridge Music Ministry encourages members of all ages, skill levels and styles to grow spiritually through the mutual love of God and music! Our adult musical groups are open to all Youth (7th grade +) and adults of all skill levels. If you’re interested in joining any of these ministries, please contact Rev. Lindsay Smith, our Minister of Music and Fine Arts.
Adult Musical Groups
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The Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:00 pm in Room 154. This group leads our 9:00 am worship service after a warm-up rehearsal at 8:30 am in the Sanctuary.
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The Praise Band
The Praise band meets for rehearsal each Monday from 6:00 – 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. This group leads the late worship service each Sunday at 11:05 am.
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Sounds of Strawbridge Adult Handbell Choir
Our adult handbell choir meets for rehearsals each Sunday from 4:00 – 5:00 pm in the Sanctuary. They are starting rehearsals for the Fall 2023 season on September 10.
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The Strawbridge Orchestra (9th - Adult)
Our orchestral group consists of members ranging from the 9th grade to adults and they meet for rehearsals on Sundays at 2:00 – 3:30 pm in the Choir Room. All instrumentalists are welcome!
Rehearsals for the Winter 2024 season begin in January. Please contact Rev. Lindsay Smith, if you’re interested in joining the Strawbridge Orchestra. They typically play in worship on the 4th Sunday of each month.
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YOUTH CHOIR
More information on our AMAZING youth choir is coming soon!
Children’s Musical Groups
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Celebration Singers Choir
This Children’ s Choir is comprised of 1st graders and older that are led by Ms. TeriGina Herrera. They will rehearse on Sundays from 1:30 to 2:15pm in Room 151.
As a reminder, everyone working with children and youth at SUMC are required to complete Safe Sanctuary training every 2 years. Learn more about our Safe Sanctuary training here.
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Cherub Choir
Our Cherub Choir is designed for (potty-trained) 3-year-olds through Kindergarteners and they work with Mrs. Natalie Whitley and meet Mondays from 4:00 to 4:30pm.
As a reminder, everyone working with children and youth at SUMC are required to complete Safe Sanctuary training every 2 years. Learn more about our Safe Sanctuary training here.
2024 Summer Camp Details to Come in the Spring!
Last year's camp was so much fun! We hope you will join us again this year for music, song and FUN! Watch for details and dates to be posted here.