SundayChildren's Praise Choir Heidi Clemmens, Dir. 8:50 to 9:30 am |
WednesdayWesley Ringers Nancy Harp, Dir. 7:00 pm |
ThursdaySanctuary Choir Kevin Loop, Dir. 7:00 pm |
Age: Any elementary child – 1 st through 6 th grades
Description: The Wesley Praise Kids features the energy and exuberance (not to mention vocal volume) of our children, leading the congregation in praise and worship once a month on Sunday mornings during both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services.
Rehearsals: Every Sunday morning during the school year from 8:40 to 9:30 a.m.
For More Information: Please feel free to contact the Director, Ms. Heidi Clemmens:
Church Office – 833-2153 Home – 836-3662
E-mail – HS-Clemmens@wiu.edu
Age: College
Description: The Wesley Foundation Praise Band meets on Sundays evenings at 4: 45 p.m. We rehearse weekly and play at both the Wednesday Faith Encounter (5:45 p.m. Wednesdays) in the Wesley Church Atrium, and at our own Oasis on Sunday evenings at The Wesley Foundation at 5: 30 p.m. The Wesley FoundationWorship Band is also often invited to lead worship at local churches throughout the school year.
Location: The Wesley Foundation is located at 1325 West University Drive, across from Higgins Hall. For a ride, give us a call at (309) 836-5581. We will be happy to arrange a ride with another student for you.
For More Information: Please feel free to contact the Director, Rev. David Lafary if you are interested:
Wesley Foundation Office – 836-5581 Cell Phone – 252-1241
E-mail – davidlafary@macomb.com
Age: 7th grade through adult!
Description: We offer a contemporary music and worship style each Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. featuring a praise band with drums, guitars, pianos and wonderful vocalists. Directed by the Rev. Dave Lafary of the Wesley Foundation, the Wesley Praise Band adds a profound and meaningful dimension to the early morning worship experience.
Rehearsals: Every Thursday afternoon from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.
For More Information: Please feel free to contact the Director, Rev. David Lafary if you are interested:
Wesley Foundation Office – 836-5581 Cell Phone – 252-1241
E-mail – davidlafary@macomb.com
Age: High School, College and Adult
Description: The Chancel Choir sings each Sunday at the 11:00 a.m. more traditional worship service during the school year. Come join in sacred music and fellowship. Please don’t hesitate to contact the Choir Director, Mr. Kevin Loop, if you are interested!
Rehearsals: Thursdays from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. & Sundays from 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. (Sept. through April)
For More Information: Please feel free to contact the Mr. Kevin Loop:
Church Office – 833-2153 Home Phone – 333-9762
E-mail – kevinloop@aol.com
Age: High School, College and Adult
Description: The Wesley Ringers ring once a month for the Sunday morning worship services. This 13 member, 5 ½ octave fun choir rings together from September through May and occasionally presents programs to church and community organizations. New members are always welcome when there is an available opening. Persons willing to substitute or wanting to ring are encouraged to contact the Director, Ms. Nancy Harp. Learning to ring handbells is FUN! Come and give it a try.
Rehearsals: Every Wednesday 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. (September through May)
For More Information: Please feel free to contact the Director, Nancy Harp:
Church Office – 833-2153 Home Phone – 833-3195
E-mail – nancyharp@hotmail.com
Age: 3rd through 8th Grade
Description: This is a group of young ringers who have some knowledge of music, can count, know about note value, and can follow along with a score of music. Techniques of handbell ringing will be taught and music can be color-coded for beginners. The group will try to ring in the early service at least four times per year.
Rehearsals: Every Wednesday from 4:15-4:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (September through May)
For More Information: Please feel free to contact the Director, Ms. Nancy Leigh:
Church Office – 833-2153 Cell Phone – 221-3158
E-mail – NC-Leigh@wiu.edu