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Music and Arts
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Arts Ministries at Eden

The Arts, which we consider gifts from God, are an integral part of Eden Church.  We know that there are so many ways in which art helps to express The Word.  There are many different opportunites in which to participate in our Arts Ministries programs at Eden.  If you've been thinking about singing or playing an instrument in one of our groups, please come try one out -- we promise that if you don't enjoy it, we won't make you stay!  Please consider sharing your skills and talents with our church.  For more information, please call or email Emily Ottwein, Director of Fine Arts, Eden UCC ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 656-4330).

Music Ministry Opportunities at Eden

Music is an imporant part of our worship experience at Eden.  We draw upon the rich traditions of our past and move forward with new expressions of faith through song.  Eden is blessed with a wealth of musically talented members who freely offer their gifts to our congregation.  Under their leadership, the whole congregation offers our praises to God, who is the source of all music.

ImageEden's music ministry offers opportunities for everyone to participate - whatever their talent, age, or musical interest.  For a joyous celebration of contemporary Christian music, join our Praise Choir, an adult contemporary/gospel choir which usually sings at the 9:15am and 10:30am Contemporary services, or perhaps playing an instrument in the  Praise Band would be more your style.  Enjoy more traditional choral music?  Our Chancel Choir,  which is the adult traditional choir that usually sings for the 8:00am Traditional servicemay, may be perfect for you.

Eden's children also raise their voices in song.  Our Cherub Choir is for children in Kindergarten through 2th grade, and SonShine Choir is for 3rd grade through Middle School.

Special music is also provided our by our  Brass Ensemble, Beginning Bells, and Chancel Bells.

We are always looking for more people to run the sound system at various church functions.  This is a great way to be involved if you enjoy working with electronics and being "behind the scenes."  Some experience is helpful but not necessary.  We are happy to train new sound people.

Music Ministries Rehearsal Schedule:

Praise Choir
Tuesdays
7:15pm - 9:00pm
Sanctuary

Chancel Bells

Wednesdays
6:15pm - 7:15pm
Sanctuary

Chancel Choir
Wednesdays
7:30pm - 8:45pm
Choir Room

SonShine Choir
Mondays
6:00pm - 6:45pm
Choir Room

Cherub Choir

Wednesdays
5:30pm - 6:00pm
Choir Room

Brass Ensemble
Thursdays
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sanctuary

 Visual Art Ministry at Eden

Throughout the year we have various exhibitions of Visual Art at our church, ranging from student works to ArtEast, a community-wide art event every October.  Please let us know if you have some work that you would like to put on display.  Elizabeth AdamsMarks, coordinator, can be reached at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 692-9744).

Drama Ministry at Eden - NEW!

Drama is an area that we are going to begin exploring at Eden.  If you have a love of acting, directing, writing, or technical work and would like to participate in or help coordinate this ministry, please contact Emily Ottwein.

Concert Series at Eden

A Concert Series at Eden is also on our wish list.  We think it would be just one more way to get people to come to our wonderful church.  However, to do this we need a team of volunteers to get it off the ground.  Contact Emily Ottwein if you are interested.