Music Ministry
The ministry of music at SPC (Swarthmore Presbyterian Church) joyfully engages people of all ages in singing, ringing handbells, and playing an instrument. Our choirs are growing and seek to develop a collective sense of community that enables us to share God’s love with another, our congregation, and our community. We invite you to join us!
Choirs for Fall 2024
Hosanna! Singers (K-2nd Grade)
beginning September 15
Weekly Rehearsals: Sundays, 4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Sunday Rehearsals: 9:45am – when scheduled to share for worship
Our Hosanna! Singers gather to sing and move to music while growing in faith, love, and kindness! They will share for worship in October and December.
Alleluia! Singers (3rd-5th Grade)
beginning September 15
Weekly Rehearsals: Sundays, 11:30 a.m. -12 p.m.
Sunday Rehearsals: 9:45am – when scheduled to share for worship
Our Alleluia! Singers deepen their sense of discipleship and faith through singing and develop their capacity for strong musical leadership for worship! They will share for worship in October, November, and December.
Agape Singers (6th-8th Grade)
beginning September 15
Weekly Rehearsals: Sundays, 11:30 – 12:00 p.m.
Sunday Rehearsals: 9:45 a.m. – when scheduled to share for worship. Other rehearsals as scheduled.
Our Agape Singers spread God’s love through singing and share strong musical leadership for worship. They sometimes sing by themselves and other times with one of our other choirs. They will share for worship in October, November, and December.
Bell Choir (Adults)
beginning September 11
Wednesdays, 10:15-11:30 a.m.
Sunday Rehearsals: 9:00 a.m. – when scheduled to share for worship
Our Bell Choir rings for worship about once a month. The ensemble always welcomes short- and long-term substitutes who enjoy ringing for rehearsals and worship.
Chancel Choir (Adults)
beginning September 5
Thursdays, 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Sunday Rehearsals: 9:30 a.m.
Our Chancel Choir leads the congregation in song Sundays, September-June and twice a year shares special music presentations for the greater Swarthmore community. This winter, the choir will collaborate with singers from Swarthmore’s Wesley A.M.E. Church to lead Advent worship at SPC on December 15.
Roster of Instrumentalists and Singers
This is a roster of instrumentalists and singers who enjoy participating every once in a while as soloists or in a small ensemble for Worship in the Chapel or Sanctuary, for special services like Taize, and for informal music-making opportunities like the Advent Carol Sing. You are invited to add your name to the roster by contacting Meghan Meloy Ness, Minister of Music at meghan.meloy.ness@swarthmorepres.org. Music-makers in every generation are welcome!
For more information, please reach out to Meghan Meloy Ness, Minister of Music, at Meghan.meloy.ness@swarthmorepres.org.
The Value of Music for Worship
Contact Us! We Would Love to Hear From You
Upcoming Events
- December 22, 2024
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December 22, 20248:00 am - 9:00 am
Early Worship (Loeffler Chapel)
This 45-minute service allows worshippers to engage with scripture through guided discussion in lieu of a sermon. Communion is served on the 1st Sunday of each month.
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December 22, 20249:30 am - 10:00 am
Choir rehearsal (Sanctuary)
Sunday morning preparation for worship.
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- December 24, 2024
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December 24, 20244:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Christmas Eve Pageant (Sanctuary)
Come be in the presence of angels, shepherds, sheep, Magi, and the Holy Family. This year we’re excited to also welcome the Gospel writers Matthew, Luke, and John (Mark was too excited to write about Jesus’ ministry to write about his birth). Each of them have their own take on the Incarnation, and they don’t always agree (was there a donkey? Was there no room in the guest room, or an Inn?!). Come learn about the Bible through humor, costumes, and awe. We will sing, pray, and share the light that has come among us.
Please come early to ensure a good seat!
Service will be livestreamed via YouTube beginning at 4:00 pm.
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December 24, 20246:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Choir rehearsal (Sanctuary)
Christmas Eve choir rehearsal
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- December 26, 2024
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December 26, 20247:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Fellowship Hall)
Weekly rehearsal to prepare for music for offering in worship Sunday mornings. New singers always welcome!
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December 26, 20248:00 pm - 9:30 pm
AA (McCahan Hall)
Swarthmore Presbyterian Church welcomes AA participants to weekly meetings in McCahan Hall. Entrance is via a door on the west end of the parking lot (across from the ABC House) under a covered walkway there.
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