Mission Statement
Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we will develop Music Ministers through an inter-generational music program utilizing individual musical gifts for the purpose of expressing praise and spiritually enriching the worship experience.
Events/Activities
The various groups perform during special services and events. Following are the camps are usually held during the summer:
| Guitar Camp |
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For beginning/intermediate and advanced levels. |
| Strings Camp |
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| Handbell Camp |
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Come learn to ring or brush up on your skills for a week of fun, fellowship, and learning! Grades 4 – 12 are welcome to join us in praising God in this exciting fashion! No prior experience required. Come and learn to ring or brush up on your skills. Registered students must be able to attend each session and the Sunday performances. Performances will be during the worship services the weekend following camp. |
| Musical Bible School |
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For kids who completed Kindergarten through 8th grade. Music, crafts, lessons, games and more! |
There's something for everyone – acting, solo and group singing, making sets and props, Bible stories, snacks, and great Christian fellowship. Performances will be during the worship services the weekend following Musical Bible School.
There are also many opportunities for volunteers who are high school age and above. |
Download a Music Ministries brochure (PDF)
Music Library
(For team members - password required)
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For rehearsal times, upcoming performances and more, go to the Music Information E-Board.
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2008 Christmas Cantata Rehearsals |
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Rehearsals will be on Wednesdays, starting November 5, with the final Wednesday rehearsal on December 10.
There will be two Saturday rehearsals on November 29 from 9:00-11:00am and December 13 from 9:00-11:00am.
If you have questions, please contact Jennifer Sheldon at 480-893-2579 ext. 119. |
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| Adult Choirs |
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The Daybreak Singers sing at the 8:00 am service on Sundays, Sept - May. This devoted group of people, rehearse on Thursday mornings at 11:00 am and sing weekly. Come make a joyful noise and enjoy the early service with this choir.
The Sanctuary Choir sings at the 9:15 am service on Sundays, Sept – May. Rehearsals are on Wednesday at 7:15 pm. The Sanctuary choir sings traditional, contemporary and gospel music. They are the core choir for the festival choir which sings for cantatas and special occasions. The choir helps to lead the liturgy and hymns at the 9:15 service. All are welcome from high school ages on up. Currently there are choir seats available. No waiting! |
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Perhaps you would be interested in singing and/or playing an instrument during the summer services.
More information: Contact our Music Director, Jennifer Sheldon at 480-893-2579 ext. 119, or jsheldon@mvlutheran.org. |
| Bell Choirs |
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The GosBells (grades 4-12) rehearse at 6:00 p.m. on Mondays.
The Bells of Praise for adults and high school youth rehearse at 7:00 p.m. on Mondays.
More information: Contact the Bell Director, Leslie Franzmeier at 480-967-1832. |
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| Children’s Choir |
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Joyful Noiz (grades 1-5) rehearse from 5:00-6:00 p.m. on Wednesdays.
More information: Contact our Music Director, Jennifer Sheldon at 480-893-2579 ext. 119, or jsheldon@mvlutheran.org. |
| Grace Notes (Orchestra) |
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Our orchestra performs every 2-3 weeks for worship services and performs with the choir for the Christmas and Palm Sunday Cantatas. We have over 20 members who are involved in this multi-generational ministry. Rehearsals are from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. on Thursdays.
More information: Contact the Director, Roger Moore at 480-283-9007 or rcm207@msn.com |
| Worship Teams |
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Our two worship teams, Lighthouse (5:30pm Saturday night) and Cornerstone (10:45am Sunday) offer contemporary music in a Praise and Worship format. The music ranges from upbeat to melodious and features songs from today’s best Contemporary Christian artists and composers.
More information: Contact our Music Director, Jennifer Sheldon at 480-893-2579 ext. 119, or jsheldon@mvlutheran.org. |
| Organ Worship Music |
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We feature the Rodgers organ at our 8:00am and 9:15am Sunday services. In the summer, our organ is featured at the 8:30am service. The organ, played by Shirley Boyken, enhances the service and there is a beauty and realism in its tone, bringing worship close to the heart.
More information: Contact our Music Director, Jennifer Sheldon at 480-893-2579 ext. 119, or jsheldon@mvlutheran.org. |
Contact Information
If you would like more information about any of our music ministries, please contact our Music Director, Jennifer Sheldon at 480-893-2579 ext. 119, or jsheldon@mvlutheran.org.
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