Christ United Methodist Church

Music and the Arts

CUMC has maintained a tradition of excellence in music and
the arts for many years. As we continue in the twenty-first century, we uphold that heritage with a dynamic program of Christian music, art and drama.

CUMC offers choir programs for all ages, handbell and instrumental ensembles, banner and parament ministry,
Great Hall art displays, as well as a Fine Arts Camp for
children during the summer.

We invite you to join us as we seek to serve God and God's people with excellence in music and the arts. CUMC offers a wide variety of opportunities to utilize your God-given gift of musical or artistic talents. For more information regarding any music and arts program, please continue to explore this page or contact Thad Henderson at thad.henderson@christumclinc.org or 489-9618.

Chancel Choir (Adults)
Sings for the 11:00 a.m. worship service each week as well as special occasions and seasons.
Director: Thad Henderson
Accompanist: Jane Plettner-Nielson
Rehearsal Time: Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Sanctuary
Childcare is provided

Glory Ringers (Adults and Older Youth)
Rings handbells in both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship service, the second Sunday of the month.
Director: Jane Plettner-Nielson
Rehearsal Time: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Sanctuary
Childcare is provided

FUSION Choir (Grades 6th - 12th)
Sings in both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship service, the first Sunday of the month.
Director: Thad Henderson
Accompanist: Ann Dearmont
Rehearsal: Sundays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Sanctuary

Children's Choir (Grades 1st - 5th) The Children's Choir offers an opportunity for children to discover that music is fun. Rehearsals include musical games, theory, activities and lots of singing. The children also become familiar with our musical heritage as United Methodists as we begin to learn more about our hymnal and worship. Children's Choir sings in both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship service, the first Sunday of the month. We meet throughout the school year.
Director: Thad Henderson
Accompanist: Cheryl Moncure
Helper: Mary Lange
Rehearsal Time: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Location: Room 306 upstairs

Fine Arts Camp (Grades 1st - 5th)
This week-long camp includes singing, dancing, acting, painting and playing! The children learn a musical and present it to the church and community on the Friday of the camp at 7:00 p.m. The total cost of the camp is $50 per child, which includes two snacks a day and a Fine Arts Camp t-shirt.
DATES FOR 2009: July 6th - 10th, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Registration is closed

Brass Ensemble (Adults and Youth)
Plays in both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services, the fourth Sunday of the month.
Leader: Mark Eldred
Rehearsal: Sundays, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Location: Sanctuary

Serenity Singers (Female Ensemble)
Sings in both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services, the third Sunday of the month. Also represents CUMC within extended living facilities.
Director: Connie Adams
Accompanist: Mary Williams
Rehearsal: Mondays, 6:45 p.m.

		A Welcoming and Affirming Congregation
						Christ United Methodist Church 4530 'A' Street Lincoln, NE 68510 (402) 489-9618 admin@christumclinc.org You are invited to worship at: Sundays - 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM Sunday School at 9:40 AM for ages 2 to adult



















		*Music and the Arts* CUMC has maintained a tradition of excellence in music and the arts for many years. As we continue in the twenty-first century, we uphold that heritage with a dynamic program of Christian music, art and drama. CUMC offers choir programs for all ages, handbell and instrumental ensembles, banner and parament ministry, Great Hall art displays, as well as a Fine Arts Camp for children during the summer. We invite you to join us as we seek to serve God and God's people with excellence in music and the arts. CUMC offers a wide variety of opportunities to utilize your God-given gift of musical or artistic talents. For more information regarding any music and arts program, please continue to explore this page or contact Thad Henderson at thad.henderson@christumclinc.org or 489-9618. Chancel Choir (Adults) Sings for the 11:00 a.m. worship service each week as well as special occasions and seasons. Director: Thad Henderson Accompanist: Jane Plettner-Nielson Rehearsal Time: Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Location: Sanctuary Childcare is provided Glory Ringers (Adults and Older Youth) Rings handbells in both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship service, the second Sunday of the month. Director: Jane Plettner-Nielson Rehearsal Time: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Location: Sanctuary Childcare is provided FUSION Choir (Grades 6th - 12th) Sings in both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship service, the first Sunday of the month. Director: Thad Henderson Accompanist: Ann Dearmont Rehearsal: Sundays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Location: Sanctuary Children's Choir (Grades 1st - 5th) The Children's Choir offers an opportunity for children to discover that music is fun. Rehearsals include musical games, theory, activities and lots of singing. The children also become familiar with our musical heritage as United Methodists as we begin to learn more about our hymnal and worship. Children's Choir sings in both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship service, the first Sunday of the month. We meet throughout the school year. Director: Thad Henderson Accompanist: Cheryl Moncure Helper: Mary Lange Rehearsal Time: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Location: Room 306 upstairs Fine Arts Camp (Grades 1st - 5th) This week-long camp includes singing, dancing, acting, painting and playing! The children learn a musical and present it to the church and community on the Friday of the camp at 7:00 p.m. The total cost of the camp is $50 per child, which includes two snacks a day and a Fine Arts Camp t-shirt. DATES FOR 2009: July 6th - 10th, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Registration is closed Brass Ensemble (Adults and Youth) Plays in both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services, the fourth Sunday of the month. Leader: Mark Eldred Rehearsal: Sundays, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Location: Sanctuary Serenity Singers (Female Ensemble) Sings in both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services, the third Sunday of the month. Also represents CUMC within extended living facilities. Director: Connie Adams Accompanist: Mary Williams Rehearsal: Mondays, 6:45 p.m. Copyright © 2002 - 2008 Christ United Methodist Church 4530 'A' Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68510 have a problem or comment? email to: webmaster