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Hillsboro, OR 97124
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Welcome to Hillsboro United Methodist Church! If you are searching for deeper meaning in your life that includes lasting relationships, spiritual growth and service to the world you have come to the right place. We offer a safe place in which to ponder important life questions within an atmosphere of support. Our hearts, our minds and our doors are open. We hope that as you visit with us that you will find a place to call home.
Performing Ensembles
All major ensembles are non-auditioned groups. If however you are not a singer or an instrumentalist but you love music and want to be a part of the music ministry here at Hillsboro United Methodist Church, there is a place for you. All are welcome!
Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir is our main vocal ensemble. With weekly rehearsals, the choir performs as part of Sunday morning services two to three times a month, September through May. The Chancel Choir sings a wide variety of repertoire including but not limited to traditional anthems, classical masterpieces, musical theatre, pop and film scores.
Rehearsals are Wednesdays @ 7pm in the Sanctuary.
Spirit Ringers
The Spirit Ringers is our adult handbell choir. With our four-octave set of bells and our two-octave set of chimes, the Spirit Ringers take part in Sunday morning services once a month. They frequently perform music that spans the globe, from arrangements of traditional hymns to West African folk songs and dances, from familiar tunes to extemporaneous meditations.
Rehearsals are Sundays @ 11:30am in the Sanctuary.
Sanctuary Orchestra
The Sanctuary Orchestra is our adult instrumental ensemble. Comprised of an ever-changing, wide variety of instruments, the orchestra performs as part of larger services, Christmas, Easter, All-Saints, etc. with the Chancel Choir and often with guest from the community. The orchestra also takes part in our annual Christmas benefit concert in mid-December.
Rehearsals will be announced in preparation for specific dates. See the church calendar.
Chamber Wind Ensemble
The Chamber Wind Ensemble in our instrumental ensemble for youths of any age. Comprised mainly of woodwind instruments (flutes, oboes, clarinets, et cetera,) any youth with a desire to play is welcome, no matter the instrument. The CWE is an integral part of two services a year.
Rehearsals will be announced in preparation for specific dates. See the church calendar.
Small Ensembles & Special Music
It is a joy to have solos, duets and trios of any kind, vocal or instrumental. Any solo or group desiring to be a part of any service at HUMC, please contact our Music Minister, David Walters. Private coaching is available to those that want and/or need it.