First United Methodist Church, Plainview Texas

Making disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation

of the world THROUGH MUSIC!

The musicians of Plainview First United Methodist strive to Glorify God and Proclaim His Word through MUSIC.

We minister to and through those who serve in the FUMC Music Ministry as we help lead worship throughout our church and community.

Praise Band – 8:15 Sunday Morning Worship

Tracy Dawson – Leader

Rehearsals on select Wednesday evenings

Participation is open to singers, guitarists, drummers, keyboardists, and other instrumentalists who have interest and abilities in contemporary worship leading and can commit to rehearsing and participating in worship services – trial run and interview with band required

Contact Church Office for additional information: 293-3658

Handbell Ensemble – various worship events throughout the year

Ann Stutes – Director

Rehearsals on Wednesday afternoons from 5:30-6:30

Season runs Labor Day – Memorial Day

Participation is open to those who can read music at a basic level and can commit to regular rehearsal attendance and to participate in occasional worship events throughout the year – no audition necessary

            (Handbell technique and the required level of music reading are both easy to learn!)

Contact Church Office for additional information: 293-3658

Chancel Choir – 10:30 Sunday Morning Worship

Ann Stutes – Director

Rehearsals on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-7:30

Seasons runs year-round with rehearsal breaks in July

Participation is open to those who love to sing and can commit to rehearsing and participating in worship services – no audition necessary

Contact Church Office for additional information: 293-3658

Musician comments:

“The best part of being in choir is being a part of a group that loves God, music, and one another.”

“Being a part of the choir gives me a sense of belonging and allows me to share God’s word. When people say how much they enjoy our music, it makes all the time and effort we put in worth it. I enjoy all parts of the things we do.”

“Music is the best part of the service for me. It has always been a big part of my life. I love the way it can move people and speak to their needs.”

“Watching the musicians grow and nurture each other is my greatest joy – particularly strong are the relationships that are nurtured between our adult choir members and the Wayland Baptist University student musicians who are a part of our choir.”

 "Singing in the church choir means to me sharing the joys of worship through music, which gives peace and comfort to the soul. The continuing music education is a thrilling challenge.”

 “I formed habits early for faithful choir practice on Wednesdays and Sunday school and church on Sundays.  My uncle sang in the choir in our church and I couldn't wait to do the same. My family was always there in every service. You could say I was born in the First United Methodist Church in Plainview and I still continue to serve the choir. (Since 1946!).”