Martin Luther once said that, "Music is an endowment and a gift of God... Music reigns in times of peace." Music is a sacred gift that grabs hold of our souls. The music life at St. John's depicts this reality. We embrace music as a means to connecting with Almighty God. Our music ministry is diverse. The pipes of an organ, the strum of a guitar, the ringing of bells all enhance our worship life. But we also cling to that beautiful psalm that reminds us to make a joyful noise unto the Lord. May our music always be joyful praise as we worship the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
The Chancel Choir is the adult SATB group that sings most Sundays through the choral season (Sept-May). The choir sings repertoire that dates from the Renaissance to music from today’s top choral publishers. The Chancel Choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings September through May from 7:00pm-9:00pm in the church sanctuary. All are welcomed regardless of whether or not one can read music. During the major church holidays, rehearsals will sometimes run more than 2 hours. If interested in joining St. John’s Chancel Choir, please contact our Music Minister, Dr. John Schuder.
The Women’s Chorale is a SSA group that sings at selected services through the choral season. The music that the chorale sings is more geared to 2 and 3 part singing and ranges from easy-to medium difficulty. The Women’s Chorale rehearses on Wednesday evenings September through May from 6:15-7:00 in the church Sanctuary. Any women wanting to give this ministry a try, please contact Dr. John Schuder.
Music is central to our worship in the 10:45 Contemporary worship. We sing songs of praise and worship that draw from our hearts and dive deep into our souls as Christians. The music leadership of this worship is a vital part of life at St. John's. It is the Holy Spirit that stirs within us and calls us into action in our lives. And it is the Holy Spirit who has gifted our bands with the skills to lead our worship. If you, too, have the Holy Spirit given talent for music, singing or instrumental, we have a spot for you to help lead others in worship. Please contact the church office if you are interested.
The Men’s Quartet is a select group of men that sing on selected Sundays through the course of the choral season. The quartet rehearses Sunday mornings at 10:00 am in the choir room. The Men’s Quartet will also provide selected special music through the summer months. There are currently no openings in this group.
St. John's Lutheran Church ~ 3220 Columbus Street, Grove City, Ohio, 43123 ~ (614)875-2314