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MUSIC MINISTRY

The Ministry of Music at Athens First is an exciting ministry that offers opportunities of service through musical arts for ages ranging from kindergarten through adults. Throughout history, music – as well as other arts – has provided Christians a wonderful means of expressing their faith. Our music ministry at seeks to bring to life the great musical treasures of the past and to present lively performances of music of our own time.
Music has always been an important part of our worship experience. Music in the church is an offering to the Glory of God, and the music ministry seeks to create beauty and inspiration as it leads in worship. Music is also an effective tool in the teaching of the Christian faith and the scriptures.

The choir experience includes the learning of the great hymns and anthems of the Church, skills in singing and music-reading, learning about the worship of the church, fellowship activities and service. Each of the choirs welcomes new members, whether experienced or beginning. There are no auditions for membership, and the only qualification is a true desire to be of service to God and the Church. 

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Chancel Choir –
The Chancel Choir sings on Sunday mornings at the 11:00 service. We perform special programs for Advent and for Lenten seasons and have practice weekly on Wednesday nights from 6:00-7:15 p.m. in the choir room.
Modern Worship Team – The Path
The Modern Worship Team leads the music on Sunday mornings at the 11 a.m. Modern Worship Service. We welcome musicians and singers who enjoy contemporary Christian music. The Praise Team practices on Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Modern Worship Center.
Hand Bell Choir –
The Hand Bell Choir plays a variety of Christian music and performs quarterly throughout the year in the Services. 
Experienced or not, you need only to be able to read music and love ringing! Practice 5-6 p.m. Wednesdays in the Owen Building.

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Praise Team –
The Praise Team leads the music on Sunday mornings at the 8:30 a.m. Praise Worship Service. We welcome musicians and singers who enjoy revival Christian music. The Praise Team practices on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
Methodist Singers -  
A group from our church gathers twice a month to sing at our area nursing homes. Nan Mann is the pianist.
The schedule is:
First Monday of each month - 10 am at Park Highland Nursing Center
Last Monday of each month - 10 am at Athens Helping Hands, Inc., 11 am at South Place Nursing Center
If you want to be a part of this group contact Patty Curtis @ 903-675-8251 or Mary Jennings @ 903-675-8451.

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    • Newsletter
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    • Christmas Events
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    • CHILDRENS >
      • SUNDAY SCHOOL
      • VBS
      • NURSERY
    • YOUTH >
      • YOUTH (7th-12th)
      • SUPER 6th
      • UM ARMY
      • FORMS
    • ADULTS >
      • SUNDAY SCHOOL
      • MENS MINISTRY
      • WOMENS MINISTRY
      • MUSIC MINISTRY
    • SMALL GROUPS
    • SERVING OTHERS >
      • WITHIN OUR CONGREGATION
      • WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY
      • WITHIN OUR NATION & WORLD
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      • COMMUNITY GARDEN
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