St. Mark's Music & Drama Ministry

Praising God with Joyful Sounds

Janet Carter Director of Music, Janet Carter brings her commitment to God and to musical excellence to the the music ministry at Saint Marks. She directs the Chancel Choir and two adult Handbell Ensembles and is part of the Contemporary worship team. In addition, Janet provides musical training and direction for the Pre-school.
Janet's musical talents enhance the worship of Christ in many ways, including, piano accompaniment, vocal presentation, special choral and bell choir arrangements, and the composition of original choral music.
Janet hails from New Zealand. Her musical and spiritual gifts are a special blessing to the worship of God and to the St. Mark's congregation.

Choir

Drama The St. Mark's Chancel Choir: helps contribute to the leadership of the worship service with song. The Choir contributes an anthem each Sunday and a full cantata with drama each Easter and Christmas Season to enhance the worship experience.
The Choir is for any adult or youth who loves to sing, to praise God, and to have fun in the process. We invite anyone who meets these criteria to come to Choir practice on Wednesday at 7:30 pm.

Bells St. Mark's Handbell Ensembles: We have two ensembles that present music in worship on a regular basis. The Bells of Saint Marks rehearse on Wednesday evenings at 6pm. This is an advanced group, and while there are currently no vacancies, we are always looking for competent substitute ringers! Friday Bells rehearse each Friday morning at 9am. There are several vacancies in this ensemble and no experience is necessary! Please call Janet Carter (913 722 2310) if you are interested in joining.

The St. Mark's Children's Choir: is directed by Jeri Anderton who brings her considerable talent and love for God to this task. Children's Choir is a wonderful place for children to have fun singing and to learn more about God through music. Children's Choir practices during KidsTime with Christ twice a month. Children first attend worship and after their special time with the pastor in the 9:30 service, they go to KidsTime.

Debbie Winter Organist, Debbie Winter: provides worship leadership with organ and piano performance and accompaniment.
Debbie is a member of the American Guild of Organists. She is a graduate of Baker University in Music Education.
The instrument Debbie plays for our worship is a Rodgers 990 electronic organ which was installed in 1980. It has three manuals, and over twenty-five voicings, including a Fanfare Trumpet and a Zimbelstern.
Our Chapel is also equipped with Piano and a small organ.

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	Director of Music, Janet Carter brings her commitment to God and to musical excellence to the the music ministry at Saint Marks. She directs the Chancel Choir and two adult Handbell Ensembles and is part of the Contemporary worship team. In addition, Janet provides musical training and direction for the Pre-school. Janet's musical talents enhance the worship of Christ in many ways, including, piano accompaniment, vocal presentation, special choral and bell choir arrangements, and the composition of original choral music. Janet hails from New Zealand. Her musical and spiritual gifts are a special blessing to the worship of God and to the St. Mark's congregation.
	The St. Mark's Chancel Choir: helps contribute to the leadership of the worship service with song. The Choir contributes an anthem each Sunday and a full cantata with drama each Easter and Christmas Season to enhance the worship experience. The Choir is for any adult or youth who loves to sing, to praise God, and to have fun in the process. We invite anyone who meets these criteria to come to Choir practice on Wednesday at 7:30 pm.
	St. Mark's Handbell Ensembles: We have two ensembles that present music in worship on a regular basis. The Bells of Saint Marks rehearse on Wednesday evenings at 6pm. This is an advanced group, and while there are currently no vacancies, we are always looking for competent substitute ringers! Friday Bells rehearse each Friday morning at 9am. There are several vacancies in this ensemble and no experience is necessary! Please call Janet Carter (913 722 2310) if you are interested in joining.
	The St. Mark's Children's Choir: is directed by Jeri Anderton who brings her considerable talent and love for God to this task. Children's Choir is a wonderful place for children to have fun singing and to learn more about God through music. Children's Choir practices during KidsTime with Christ twice a month. Children first attend worship and after their special time with the pastor in the 9:30 service, they go to KidsTime.
	Organist, Debbie Winter: provides worship leadership with organ and piano performance and accompaniment. Debbie is a member of the American Guild of Organists. She is a graduate of Baker University in Music Education. The instrument Debbie plays for our worship is a Rodgers 990 electronic organ which was installed in 1980. It has three manuals, and over twenty-five voicings, including a Fanfare Trumpet and a Zimbelstern. Our Chapel is also equipped with Piano and a small organ.