WORSHIP ARTS MINISTRY

Magnify the Lord with me; and let us exalt his name together. -Psalm 34:3

MISSION STATEMENT: The Worship Arts Ministry is an exciting ministry that offers opportunities for service through musical arts for all ages. This ministry is about proclaiming God’s word and enhancing spirituality through excellent, diverse, and inspiring music and arts. We invite you to share and explore this ministry. Come and volunteer your time building God’s kingdom here on earth.

  • Acolyte and Crucifer Training Program

    This program is a step toward discipleship for children. This six-week program is for fourth through six graders. Children learn more about the liturgical calendar and colors, the importance of worship and church signs and symbols. Fourth and fifth graders serve as acolytes and sixth graders serve as crucifers. Training is in the Fall.

    For more information please contact:

    admin@lufkinfirst.com

  • Camp Create

    This is a one-week exploration camp during the summer for kindergarten through eighth grade. Children learn music, art, science, and drama around a musical. On the last day of camp, they perform the music for the general public.

  • Chancel Choir

    Rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:15 PM in the Choir Room.

    Having served faithfully for generations, the Chancel Choir sings throughout the year except for the month of July. The choir explores challenging sacred literature representing a wide range of anthems, spirituals, gospels and standard liturgical music and modern choral anthems. They also enjoy a wonderful sense of camaraderie and occasionally takes weekend retreats and trips.

  • Friends of Lydia

    Meetings are scheduled as needed.

    This is a group of talented men and women who have come together to create magical moments with altar designs. This team finds new ways to transform the worship space. They also help in decorating our worship spaces during the season of Christmas, Lent, and Easter. Through powerful imagery, worshippers have the opportunity to experience the theme of preaching and music reinforced. This team understands that it is at the altars where our lives are altered. Why Friend of Lydia? See the New Testament story.

  • Tech Team

    For more information, contact the church office.

    This team is made up of dedicated men and women who use technology as a tool that allows them to create an atmosphere in which worshippers can worship and experience God. They help with the smooth operation of light, sound, and video during worship.

  • Voices in Bronze

    Rehearsals are on Wednesdays from 5:30 - 6:30 PM in the Sanctuary.

    This is our advanced handbell group. With five and one- half octaves of handbells and four and one-half half octaves of hand chimes, this group coordinates tremendously and collaborates fiercely to create the smoothest and most expressive musical experience possible. They occasionally play in our traditional and contemporary worship services. This group also give concerts.

  • Worship Band

    The Worship Band leads worship in the Worship Center. Members share their musical gifts to gain spiritual growth and experience fellowship. They play a wide range of contemporary Christian music. Now forming new members.