Our Ministries
Music
Lancaster Church of the Brethren is a musical church! We sing our faith to God in a variety of ways, with ensembles for all ages and in a variety of styles. Come join us as we praise God through song! Find upcoming news about Traditional Music News at LANCOB
Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir, under the leadership of Director of Music, Matthew Fritz, provides music for our Sanctuary worship service with great music from the past and from modern composers. In addition, the choir is the centerpiece for the annual Starlight Tea Epiphany Concert, held on a Sunday evening in early January. Accompanied by Sanctuary organist Margaret Marsch, rehearsals are fun, fast-paced events! The choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings, 7:45–9:15, September through mid-June. An informal audition is necessary—some music reading skills required.
Carillon Bell Choir
The Carillon Bell Choir, also directed by Matthew Fritz, is comprised of eleven ringers who dedicate much time and effort to create the magical effect of handbell ringing! They ring in Sanctuary services approximately monthly, and are also featured in the Starlight Tea Epiphany Concert and in occasional area concerts. Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings, 6:30–7:30, September through mid-June. Strong music reading skills are required for this advanced ensemble. There are often opportunities for substitute ringers due to travel or other scheduling issues. Please contact Matthew Fritz if you’d like to try ringing—it’s fun!
Contemporary Praise Band
The Contemporary Praise Band consists of persons who are devoted to sharing their musical talents in service for the Lord. Music is relevant to contemporary spiritual expression, both upbeat and meditative. Instrumentalists (keyboard, acoustic guitar, bass, percussion, and sax) and vocalists provide music for the Contemporary worship service each Sunday, year-round. Rehearsals are held Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM. Informal auditions are required.
