Worship Through Music
Music has always been a vital part of worship of the United Methodist Church. Methodists are "a singing people", and St Paul is no exception. On page vii in the Methodist Hymnal, John Wesley gives seven directions for singing, Select Hymns 1761. His brother Charles penned over 9,000 hymns and poems, many of which are included in the Methodist Hymnal.
Music is the cornerstone of weekly worship at St. Paul UMC. The music program under the direction of Dr. Tim Gale includes the Sanctuary choir, handbell ringers, solos and ensembles.
The children’s choir is directed by Laura Gale. The time for the children’s choir varies, but is currently rehearing during the Sunday School hour at 10:00am every third Sunday. All are invited and encouraged to participate in the St. Paul Music program.
The various choirs rehearse on Wednesdays as follows:
Handbell Choir - 5:45pm
Adult Choir - 6:30pm
The entire month of August camp meeting style services are conducted where the congregation selects favorite hymns, and the choir features a lively gospel or spiritual song. And two of the highlights of the year are the Easter and Christmas cantata, always moving music experiences with choir and orchestra.