Music

Music Ministry

Music is a vital part of worship and ministry in the life of Second Baptist Church. As we lift our praises, we are inspired to carry our faith into our daily ministries. To fulfill our commitment to bringing music to the hearts of all at Second Baptist Church, we offer many venues for participation.

Sunday Evening Schedule

4:30-5:00: Student Hand Bells (6th – 12th Grade)

5:00-6:00: Student Choir (6th – 12th Grade)

5:30-6:30: Vesper Bells (Adults)

Wednesday Evening “Midweek” Schedule

5:00-5:45: WEE Praise (Children Two Years and Under with an Adult) in Room 248

5:00-5:30: Children’s Chimes/Bells (1st-2nd Grade-Room 246, 3rd-5th Grade-Handbell Room)

6:00-6:45: WEE Praise in Room 248;

6:00-6:45: “Growing in Grace” Music and Missions (Pre-K ages) in Children’s Ministry Building (CMB)

6:00-7:00: “Growing in Grace” Music and Missions (Kindergarten through 5th Grade) in CMB

7:15-8:45: Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal (Adults) in Choir Room

Children’s Choirs

For children, as early as infants, Second Baptist Church provides a place for them to begin their musical training in Wee Praise. For children, preschool through grade five, that opportunity takes place on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 through 6:45 p.m. To further develop sight-reading skills, third-grade children may take advantage of a Chime Choir and fourth and fifth-grade children can be a part of the CHAPEL Handbell Choir, all meeting at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. If you are interested in having your child take part, please contact Wanda Kensinger at wkensinger@secondbaptistrva.org for details.

Student Handbells

Ringing handbells is a great way to expand musicianship skills and collaborate with peers, especially in preparing music for worship. No experience is required, though some general music reading skills are helpful. This ensemble meets on Sundays from 4:30-5:00 pm and is open to any middle or high school student. Performance opportunities include worship in the Sanctuary service at Second Baptist, as well as other venues in our local community. Contact Taylor Vancil, Minister of Music and Worship, for more information.

Student Choirs

Singing is one of the primary ways we express our faith and belief as Christians. In choir, singers learn to work together and teach others about God’s love. Student Choir is open to any Middle or High School student that loves music and wants to learn how to share that through singing. The choir learns a variety of music – choral, global, modern, etc. – and leads worship in a variety of contexts throughout the school year. Rehearsals occur each Sunday from 5:00-6:00 pm in the choir room. Special trips, choir tours, and excursions are planned throughout the year! Contact Taylor Vancil, Minister of Music and Worship, for more information.

Adult Choirs

Singing is one of the primary ways we express our faith and belief as Christians. In choir, singers learn to work together and teach others about God’s love. Sanctuary Choir takes primary responsibility for providing music for 11:00 a.m. worship. Special trips, choir tours, and excursions are planned throughout the year! Contact Taylor Vancil, Minister of Music and Worship, for more information. Membership is open throughout the year.

Handbells

A fully graded handbell choir ministry enables us to augment our music in worship. Generally, membership is open during the fall for children and youth. Adult groups have openings from time to time as space allows. If you are interested, please contact Taylor Vancil, Minister of Music and Worship.