Our
Mission
Music is vital to worship and community.
Because of this, the Music Ministry of First United Methodist Church – Panama City aims to offer rich, engaging worship experiences that are inclusive of the many talents in the community.
From choral ensembles to instrumental ministries, children, youth, and adults alike have ample opportunity to be part of worship at First United Methodist Church.
To become part of our ministry family, please contact our Associate Director of Music Ministries, Scott Kirkman.
Sanctuary
Sanctuary Choir
Wednesday l 6:00 – 7:45 pm l Sanctuary
Each week, the Sanctuary Choir presents anthems at the 10:45 am service.
In addition to leading worship on Sundays, the Sanctuary Choir provides special programs throughout the year for All Saints’ Day, Advent/Christmas, and Lent/Easter.
Director
Scott Kirkman
Accompanists
Julie Ward l Deb Ketzel
Community Life Center
Worship Team
Wednesday l 6:15 pm l CLC
The Worship Team provides music for our 9:30 am service. Classic praise songs to hymns to modern worship music are at the heart of worship in the CLC.
Director
Scott Kirkman
Carol Choir
Kindergarten – 2nd Grade
Wednesday l 5:45 pm l His Kids Back Room
Director
Kristen Brown & Abigail Pridgeon
Choristers
3rd – 5th Grade
Wednesday l 5:45 pm l His Kids Music Room
Director
Cherub Choir
Potty-trained Preschoolers
Wednesday l 6:15 pm l His Kids Back Room
Director
Kristen Brown & Abigail Pridgeon
Our graded choirs lead worship in all 3 services throughout the year. During our rehearsals, we will sing and even ring bells.
Fourth Street Carillon
Handbell Choir
Wednesday l 5:00 – 5:45 pm l Chapel
Director
Scott Kirkman