“Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the LORD is God. It is he who made us, and we are his ; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name”. – Psalm 100:1-4

The preface to the Presbyterian Book of Common Worship states that “worship is at the very heart of the church’s life…The community of faith, gathered in response to God’s call, is formed in its worship.” The mission of the BPC Music Ministry is to enhance the worship experience for our congregants by offering leadership in the singing of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs. Singing as a vital and ancient form of prayer engages the whole person, and helps to unite the body of Christ in their common worship. Special songs, anthems, and instrumental music are offered to God and help to interpret the Word and enhance prayer.

Chancel Choir (Adult Choir)

The adult choir rehearses every Thursday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in the choir room. We sing a wide variety of choral music. We lead in worship on the first Sunday of every month, Holidays and have special musical events through out the year. New members are always welcome! Those interested should contact Ed Murphy.

Bell Choir

This multi generational bell choir rehearses every Monday evening from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. It enjoys playing a wide variety of music and leads in Worship on the 4th Sunday of the month as well as ringing for special musical events during the year. Members with varied musical experiences and abilities are always welcome!

Praise Team

BPC Praise Team sings Contemporary Christian Music and leads in Worship on the third Sunday of every month as well as special events through out the year. Practice is every Wednesday from 7:00 – 8:30 PM in the Sanctuary. Any interested new members should contact Christy Tompkins.

Junior Praise Team

BPC Jr. Praise Team features all of the children of the Sunday School grades 2-7. We sing contemporary Christian Music and lead in worship for Family Sunday on the third Sunday of the month. We also participate in special youth events through out the year including Youth Sunday, Confirmation and Youth Recognition Sunday. Practice is Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 7:15pm in the music room under the leadership of Sofia Thalheimer and Christy Tompkins.

Soloists

BPC offers the opportunity for accomplished singers and instrumentalists to share their music in worship through out the summer worship season as well as on selected Sundays through out the year. Music of multiple appropriate genres is acceptable. Any interested vocalists should contact Ed Murphy.