Adult Choir

Adult ChoirTo Become a Member of the Choir

  • You must be at least fourteen years of age (unless special approval is granted by the director)
  • Attend a rehearsal as our special guest
  • Complete a Choir Application Form
  • Complete a quick range and ability assessment with the director following your second rehearsal
  • Attend two consecutive rehearsals before singing in a Sunday morning service.

The Purpose of the Worship Choir

  • To demonstrate and practice the four-fold ministry of choir: ministering to God, ministering to one another, ministering to the corporate body of Christ-followers and spreading of the gospel to the unbeliever.
  • To be a place where one can become “family” with other like-passioned Christ-followers.
  • To be an example of worshippers to the larger corporate body, establishing an atmosphere of celebration in our worship gatherings
  • To minister a message of hope, joy, peace, consecration and love to a lost and dying world.
  • To be a place of growth spiritually, musically and relationally

The Type of Person You Should Be

  • A born again Christian – through faith in the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.
  • A committed, sincere, devoted worshiper of the Lord Jesus Christ.
  • A regular attender and supporter of Faith Assembly, having attended for 3 months. (Exceptions at the discretion of the Worship Pastor.)
  • Accepting the responsibility of a ministry position at all times, striving to live a lifestyle consistent with the high standards of Christian morals and ethics.
  • Teachable and flexible, able to receive correction, encouragement, suggestions and constructive criticism in the interest of what will benefit the team effort in worship.
  • Striving to develop an active devotional life through daily Bible reading and prayer.
  • Supportive, accountable and submissive of those in authority over the ministry in word, attitude and deed.
  • Seeking to promote unity in the body by personal ministry and edification to other members of the worship ministry.
  • Possessing a servant-heart toward ministry.

The Skills You Must Have

  • The ability to match pitch. (Those who have yet to master this skill but show potential for development may be granted membership on a trial basis. A reevaluation with the director to be scheduled at the end of three months.)
  • The willingness to learn how to follow a part and to memorize.
  • An openness to musical development, applying suggestions and comments made by the director.

Answers to Commonly Asked Questions:

Q. How soon can I sing on a Sunday morning?

A. You are allowed to sing in a public service following your second consecutive rehearsal.

 

Q. May I take music home to practice?

A. Yes, you may, provided you bring your music with you to rehearsal each week.

 

Q. If I miss a rehearsal may I sing on Sunday anyway?

A. Yes, you may, but only of you have missed only one rehearsal and not two or more consecutive rehearsals.

 

Q. Am I expected to sing in all services?

A. Yes, unless you have a condition or unusual circumstance that would preclude you. See the director for approval.

 

Q. Do I get to hold my music when the choir sings?

A. No. The choir communicates so much more effectively when the music is memorized. That is why we provide you with tools such as CDs and MP3 files. Words to the songs are displayed on stage monitors for your quick reference.

 

Q. Should I still come to choir even if I am having throat issues?

A. Yes! First off, your very presence is a positive impact on the rest of the choir, even if you can’t vocalize. Secondly, you can still learn from the instruction given by the director.

 

For more information, contact Ronna at 239.543.2700 or by email.