Music Ministry

God, we bring our gift of music;
Touch our lips and fire our heart,
Teach our minds and train our senses.
Fit us for this sacred art.
Then with skills and consecration,
we would serve you, God.
And give all our powers to glorify you,
and in serving fully live.

(from “When the Morning Stars Together,” Albert F. Bayly)

Our Music Ministry Team

Music Director Ron Morgan	Pilgrim Jazz Ensemble Director Ron Buford	Bell Choir Director Rebecca Dolder
	Music Director Emeritus Carol Lange

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Click here for Music Ministers' biographies

Celebrating many gifts drawn together by one Spirit, music ministry at Pilgrim Church strives to reflect, support, and enhance Pilgrim’s commitment to spirit-filled, inspirational worship.

Recognizing that God’s Word is experienced by diverse people in many different ways, hymnody, anthems, and music are drawn from the richness of the World Church. South African freedom songs, Puerto Rican folk hymns, sixteenth century German chorales, ancient psalm tones, and newly commissioned hymns offer boundless ways to trumpet the splendor of God’s realm. Historic texts by Martin Luther and Charles Wesley stand in perfect harmony with contemporary texts by Ruth Duck and Thomas Troeger, connecting us to the worship experience of faithful ones who have gone before us, and tune our hearts to sing God’s praise in this new day.

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The Chancel Choir

The musical ensembles of Pilgrim Church capture a wide range of musical expression. The Chancel Choir rehearses each Sunday morning at 9:00 AM, delving into the rich history and current offerings of sacred choral music.

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The Bell Choir

The Pilgrim Bell Choir supports congregational singing with hymn enhancements and fills the sanctuary with the joyful pealing of bells. The Pilgrim Jazz Ensemble brings us energetic, vocal and instrumental settings of gospel tunes, African American spirituals, and other contemporary musical forms.

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The Children's Choir

The Children’s Choir reminds us that people of all ages are called to be ministers of music. Folk singers, actors, instrumentalists and dancers bring their individual gifts as well. The result is a blended celebration of the liturgical arts, creating a depth and breadth of meaning that could not be celebrated through one musical style or artistic medium alone.

Ever eager to mirror the growth and diversity of the church, the music ministry is always looking for new friends who are willing to share their gifts and become part of this ongoing legacy of fine music. At Pilgrim Church, you will find a warm welcome as helping hands guide you to your role in this exciting and vital ministry through music and the liturgical arts.

Let every instrument be tuned for praise!
Let all rejoice who have a voice to raise!
And may God give us faith to sing always:
Alleluia!

(from “When in Our Music God is Glorified,” Fred Pratt Green)