Music at Grace makes community, proclaims the Good News, taps into our God-given creative gifts and enhances the teachings of our faith. We worship in a variety of musical styles and we have fun! If you enjoy making music and would like to participate, contact our Director of Music and Arts Ministries.
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Sings at 10:30 am worship services on Sundays from mid-September through May and occasional extra services. While we encourage weekly participation, seasonal singers are welcome. Some music reading skills are helpful
(HANDBELL CHOIR)
Consists of 15-20 ringers who ring at 9:00 and 10:30 am worship approximately 7 times per year. Experience is not necessary, but music reading skills are helpful.
Includes students in grades 6-12 rehearses on Sunday mornings from 10:00-10:30. We sing in morning worship services six or seven times annually, at AdventFest, Nine Lessons and Carols in December, and Celebration of the Arts in May.
Children’s Choirs
Grace offers a children’s choir (grades K – 5) that rehearses on Sunday mornings from mid-September through early May. Children meet each week from 10:00-10:30 AM (during Snack ‘n Chat / coffee hour), where they sing, learn faith-based songs, play rhythm instruments, and develop confidence within the community. The choir sings occasionally during 9 AM worship and participates in our annual AdventFest and our “Celebration of the Arts” in early May.
Vocal and instrumental ensembles appear regularly in our 9:00 and 10:30 services allowing a broad group of music makers to participate without a regular rehearsal commitment.
Each year early in May, Grace offers “A Celebration of the Arts” where participants of all ages are welcome to share their God-given gifts in performing and visual arts. During Lent, Grace invites the community to participate in our regional ecumenical choir to sing, learn, and grow. This annual program culminates in a musical meditation, preparing us for Holy Week and Easter joy.
Our staff and volunteer musicians provide occasional faith-based musical performances for nursing homes. Themed programs include sacred and secular music and some hymns that spread joy.
Grace Lutheran Church & Preschool205 South Garner Street, State College, PA 16801 (814) 238-2478