CHOIR & PRAISE BAND
One of the ways we can worship God is through singing.
Let me dispel some common myths about the Choir:
· You don’t have to be a brilliant singer.
· You don’t have to audition.
· You don’t have to sing on your own.
· You don’t have to be able to play an instrument.
· You don’t have to be able to read music…
You just have to be able to read the words and sing along with everyone else.
Our long established Praise Band leads the praise at the evening services and also regularly plays at morning services. Currently the band consists of the following instruments:
Flute | Clarinet | Soprano Saxophone | Alto Saxophone | Tenor Saxophone | Trumpet | Trombone | Guitar | Drums | Piano
(but not necessarily all playing at the same time!)
The Praise Band practises at 6.15 pm every Sunday evening- the members are dedicated and talented musicians in their own right.
The band has helped teach new songs, such as “You Are Holy” and is a welcome accompaniment to the modern songs that we sing at the evening services.Choir practice is held on Thursday evenings, starting at 7.30pm in the Primary Room (at the back of the Church). We practise the hymns and songs for Sunday morning’s service and we also work on some new songs. The Choir sings special pieces at the annual Harvest Thanksgiving services, Carol Service and Easter Services, so we also practise music appropriate for these occasions. Practice lasts for approximately one and a half hours and there’s usually a bit of craic – it’s not like being back at school! It is enjoyable and I can guarantee that all newcomers will receive a warm welcome.
Singing at the Evening Services
What can you do if you want to sing but Thursday evenings don’t suit?
A small nucleus of singers leads the praise during the evening services and we’d love to see more people joining them – both men and women. They start practising at 6.15pm, before the evening service each week.
If you would like to become involved with either the Choir or the Singers at the evening services, speak to me- Alison Chestnutt, or use the “Contact Us” on the website.
Let me dispel some common myths about the Choir:
· You don’t have to be a brilliant singer.
· You don’t have to audition.
· You don’t have to sing on your own.
· You don’t have to be able to play an instrument.
· You don’t have to be able to read music…
You just have to be able to read the words and sing along with everyone else.
Our long established Praise Band leads the praise at the evening services and also regularly plays at morning services. Currently the band consists of the following instruments:
Flute | Clarinet | Soprano Saxophone | Alto Saxophone | Tenor Saxophone | Trumpet | Trombone | Guitar | Drums | Piano
(but not necessarily all playing at the same time!)
The Praise Band practises at 6.15 pm every Sunday evening- the members are dedicated and talented musicians in their own right.
The band has helped teach new songs, such as “You Are Holy” and is a welcome accompaniment to the modern songs that we sing at the evening services.Choir practice is held on Thursday evenings, starting at 7.30pm in the Primary Room (at the back of the Church). We practise the hymns and songs for Sunday morning’s service and we also work on some new songs. The Choir sings special pieces at the annual Harvest Thanksgiving services, Carol Service and Easter Services, so we also practise music appropriate for these occasions. Practice lasts for approximately one and a half hours and there’s usually a bit of craic – it’s not like being back at school! It is enjoyable and I can guarantee that all newcomers will receive a warm welcome.
Singing at the Evening Services
What can you do if you want to sing but Thursday evenings don’t suit?
A small nucleus of singers leads the praise during the evening services and we’d love to see more people joining them – both men and women. They start practising at 6.15pm, before the evening service each week.
If you would like to become involved with either the Choir or the Singers at the evening services, speak to me- Alison Chestnutt, or use the “Contact Us” on the website.
WOMENFirst Antrim hold a number of activities especially for women:
Community Bible Study provides an opportunity for women to join together to study God's word. Presbyterian Women is held monthly and provides an opportunity for women to join together in friendship and fellowship. Tiny Tots gives mums and carers an opportunity to meet with other mums and carers in a friendly atmosphere. |
Presbyterian Women (PW)PW is a time for women to meet together to be built up in our faith and enjoy friendship with each other. Please come and join us. You will be made very welcome.All ladies in the congregation will be very welcome to join us in the Dixon Room at 8:15pm.
PW aims to build friendships between ladies and helps us grow as disciples of Christ. As well as reaching out to women in our own area, we have an active interest supporting local and global mission. Please come and enjoy exciting meetings in a friendly atmosphere of PW. All very welcome. Prayer time 07.45pm (open to all ladies) in the Toddlers' Room before the monthly meeting at 8.15pm. All women are welcome so feel free to come along. |
MEN's events
There are a variety of events that take place throughout the year for men in First Antrim. Theses semi regular events, generally involving very good food and very good speakers! Keep an eye on the church announcements for upcoming events and activities.
FRIENDSHIP GROUP
Friendship group is open to all senior members of the congregation to meet together informally.
The group meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 1.45pm to 3.15pm in the Bruce Hall and Dixon Room.
The group meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 1.45pm to 3.15pm in the Bruce Hall and Dixon Room.
CHAT N CHEW
CHAT 'N CHEW is a caring and sharing ministry within our Church, It is a ministry for those from within our Church Family but it is also for the bigger "Antrim" family from beyond our gates.
What do we do? Exactly as it says in our name, we chat and we chew, we talk and we eat! We talk, we listen, we share, we reminisce and we welcome and reach out in our Lord's name.
We rejoice with some in their good news, we empathise with others in their sad news but most of all we are just there for whatever the need.
Then there's the "chew". There's always plenty of tea and coffee and snacks to nibble as we talk.
So if you're ever feeling lonely, need someone to talk to or you simply just want to get out of the house for an hour, come along to Chat 'N Chew and we'll do our best to bring a light into your day.
"For as much as you do it unto the least of one of these my brothers and sisters, you do it unto me." Matthews 25:40.
Thursday mornings 10.00am to 12.00pm in the Church Halls.
What do we do? Exactly as it says in our name, we chat and we chew, we talk and we eat! We talk, we listen, we share, we reminisce and we welcome and reach out in our Lord's name.
We rejoice with some in their good news, we empathise with others in their sad news but most of all we are just there for whatever the need.
Then there's the "chew". There's always plenty of tea and coffee and snacks to nibble as we talk.
So if you're ever feeling lonely, need someone to talk to or you simply just want to get out of the house for an hour, come along to Chat 'N Chew and we'll do our best to bring a light into your day.
"For as much as you do it unto the least of one of these my brothers and sisters, you do it unto me." Matthews 25:40.
Thursday mornings 10.00am to 12.00pm in the Church Halls.
CRAFT CLASS
Details of other recreational activities are available in the Calendar section of the website.
