WORSHIP AND THE ARTS

Dan Fenn, Director of Worship and the Arts

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Lord of Life Concert Series –  Big Band in the Parking Lot
Join us for a fantastic evening of live music  Sunday, Oct. 20 at 5pm in the Lord of Life Church Parking Lot
Admission: FREE to our commmunity
Bring your friends, family, and lawn chairs. Enjoy a relaxing evening of big band tunes. BYOB or bring a picnic.
Don’t miss this exciting event!
Music Opportunities
 
Sing-for-Six with the Choir returns Wednesday, October 23. If you enjoy singing Christmas music and would like to make a short-term commitment with the Lord of Life Choir, you are invited to “Sing for Six.” Join us for our Wednesday night rehearsals for six weeks beginning October 23 at 7:30 p.m. (No rehearsal on November 27). We will prepare music for the 4th annual Ring & Sing Concert at 5 p.m., December 8th. (Final rehearsal with orchestra is Saturday, December 7 at 10 a.m.) As always, the choir welcomes singers from high school age and above. Email Dan Fenn
 
Family Orchestra Join us (7th grade through adults, any instrument) during worship at 8:30 on October 20 (3rd Sunday). One rehearsal on Wednesday October 16 at 7 pm. Email Jeremy to sign up and receive music digitally.
 
Big Band (trumpets, trombones, saxophones) 6 p.m. Christmas Eve service. Rehearsal schedules published soon. Email Jeremy Kelsey for more information
Bells of Life (adult handbell choir) Call Sarah for more info 281-210-7024
 
Kids Music – 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays as part of Music, Meals, and More – 
4-year-olds through 1st grade
2nd – 3rd grades
4th and up – Joyful Noise Bells
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES WITH WORSHIP & THE ARTS:
Lord of Life Choir – FIRST REHEARSAL AUGUST 28, 2024
The Lord of Life Choir is open to all singers, high school age through adult, and sings in Sunday worship at 8:30am. Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 in the Music Room. There is no audition, but some music experience is helpful. Contact Dan Fenn for more information.
 
Instrumental Music at Lord of Life
There are many opportunities for instrumentalists to share their talents here at Lord of Life either as soloists or part of the Family Orchestra or Jazz Band. These groups lead in worship periodically throughout the year from September-May. Rehearsal and performance dates are announced prior to each season. If you would like more information on these groups or how you can share your gifts, contact our instrumental director Jeremy Kelsey at jkelsey@LOLonline.org.
 
Bells of Life Our adult handbell choir, the Bells of Life, is directed by Sarah Schlacks and plays in worship on the first Sunday of the month from September-May. New ringers are welcome, but it is helpful to have prior handbell experience. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings at 6:45 in the Handbell Room on the 2nd floor. Please call Sarah at 281-210-7024 for more information.
HOW CAN YOU SERVE?
Acolytes – Light the altar candles and assist the pastors in worship. For kids 7th-8th grade.
Altar Guild – Prepares communion and the paraments before each service. Read more from our quarterly magazine about this valuable ministry.
Communion Assistants – Bring the wine and bread to the altar and help the pastor distribute them to worshippers.
Assisting Ministers – Read portions of scripture, offer prayers, and assist the pastors in worship services.
Ushers– Distribute worship folders, collect the offering, and assist in directing worshipers to communion.
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Liturgical Arts Team

The Liturgical Arts Committee prepares the sanctuary for worship for each season of the church year. The décor reflects the mood of the church season, from somber anticipation for Advent and Lent to joy at Christmas and Easter. The members of the committee seek to engage the senses of the congregation and draw them in to reflect upon the meaning of the season using banners, fabric, art, flowers, and lighting.

The team works together to brainstorm ideas that enhance worship and implement them.  If you have a passion for design or decorating or are interested in contributing to this ministry, please contact Kathy Gaskamp at kathy.gaskamp@att.net.