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 Winter & Spring 2025
Hosanna! Singers (K – 2nd Grade)
beginning February 23
Weekly Rehearsals: Sundays, 4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Sunday Rehearsals: 9:45 a.m. – 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 March and April.
Alleluia! Singers (3rd – 5th Grade)
beginning February 23
Weekly Rehearsals: Sundays, 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Sunday Rehearsals: 9:45 a.m. – 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.
Agape Singers (6th – 8th Grade)
beginning February 23
Weekly Rehearsals: Sundays, 11:30 – 12 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 March and April.
Bell Choir (Adults)
Beginning February 12
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)
Thursdays, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday Rehearsals: 9:30 a.m.
Our Chancel Choir leads the congregation in song on Sundays through the beginning of June. This spring, the choir will share an afternoon concert for the community, led by sacred music composer and organist Mark Miller.
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
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Upcoming Events
- May 27, 2025
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May 27, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm
Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)
Caring for one another and Creation!
Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun. Details and registration forthcoming.
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- May 28, 2025
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May 28, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm
Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)
Caring for one another and Creation!
Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun. Details and registration forthcoming.
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- May 29, 2025
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May 29, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm
Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)
Caring for one another and Creation!
Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun. Details and registration forthcoming. -
May 29, 20257:30 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!
Led by Minister of Music, Meghan Meloy Ness.
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- May 30, 2025
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May 30, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm
Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)
Caring for one another and Creation!
Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun. Details and registration forthcoming.
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- May 31, 2025
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May 31, 202511:00 am - 12:00 pm
Memorial Service (Sanctuary)
A Service of Witness to the Resurrection and Thanksgiving for the life of Betsy Fry.
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May 31, 202512:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Memorial Reception (Fellowship Hall)
Guests attending the memorial service for Betsy Fry are invited to greet the family, share remembrances, and enjoy some refreshments at a reception in Fellowship Hall.
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- June 1, 2025
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June 1, 20258:00 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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June 1, 20259:15 am - 9:45 am
Choir rehearsal (Sanctuary)
Sunday morning preparation for worship.
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