Under the direction of Christopher Dekker, this volunteer choir is open to anyone High School age or older who desires to praise God through music!  The Chancel Choir is composed of a group of approximately 40 individuals varying in age and ability level.  They lead worship in song at our 10:30am service every Sunday from early September until early June, and rehearse from 7:30 to 9:00pm on Thursday evenings.  In addition to Sunday commitments, the choir will also participate in the 2009-2010 Concert Series entitled "Jubilation!", leading worshipers in an afternoon Hymn Festival on January 31, 2010, and performing John Rutter’s Requiem with the Chancel Choir of Park Congregational Church on the afternoon of May 30, 2010.

In the past, they have performed at such notable venues as Bristol Cathedral, King’s College Cambridge, and Westminster Cathedral, and have performed works such as John Stainer’s Crucifixion, Johannes Brahm’s A German Requiem, Mozart’s Coronation Mass, and several other large works. They have also had the opportunity to work with composers Gilbert Martin and Alice Parker.  The main goal of the Chancel Choir is to promote musical excellence in worship and to lead God’s people to a deeper spiritual life with Christ.  If you would like more information on the Chancel Choir of 2nd Congregational, please contact Director of Music Ministries Christopher Dekker at dekkermusic@sbcglobal.net.  We’re always looking for new and enthusiastic members!

Under the direction of Christopher Dekker, this volunteer group is open to anyone with a desire to make music in the name of Christ!  Cheshire Bells participates in approximately one Sunday worship service per month, and rehearses every Thursday evening from 6:30 to 7:30pm.  We ring 3 octaves of beautiful White Chapel bells, and are always looking for potential new members.  If you would like more information on Cheshire Bells, please contact Director of Music Ministries Christopher Dekker at dekkermusic@sbcglobal.net.