The music ministry at First Congregational Church aspires to “Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come into His presence with singing.” (Psalm 100:1-2) All are welcome to participate in this ministry. Our church is blessed with fine instruments: a Mohler pipe organ and a Yamaha grand piano. The Minister of Music is Marsha Rinke, who has served our church since January 2000. She plays the organ and piano and is responsible for all aspects of the music program. Marsha has a masters degree in piano pedagogy and is a part-time Lecturer in Keyboard Studies at Eastern Michigan University.
Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir sings every Sunday from September through early June, as well as at special worship services. We rehearse on Thursday evenings from 7-8:30 p.m. Faithful members of the Chancel Choir include Shirley Chapman, Grace Johnston, Linda Smith, Julie Nelson, Michele Bowersox, Jeanne Caselli Robin Stroschin (when she's in Michigan), Judy Murphy, Jane Shrosbree, Lauren Fischer, and Stuart Holmes. Since September, 2010 we have been blessed with a Choral Leader, Kelly Hernandez, who directs our choir and sings like an angel.
Jingle Jammers
The Jingle Jammers are a chime choir comprised of ringers of all ages. The Jingle Jammers were established in September, 2001 when the chimes were obtained through a gift in memory of George Coash, a former Ann Arbor school teacher.