Music Ministry
 


MercyMe makes their way to the Cambria County War Memorial in Johnstown for a concert at 7 pm on Saturday, October 16thth.  Special Guest will be Phil Wickman.  Ticket prices are $17 up to $77 and are on sale now.  MercyMe is an American contemporary Christian band founded in Greenville, Texas.  The band consists of vocalist Bart Millard, keyboardist James Bryson, percussionist Robin Shaffer, bassist Nathan Cochran and guitarists Michael Scheuchzer and Barry Graul.  The band formed in 1994 and released six independent albums prior to signing with INO Records in 2001.  The group first gained mainstream recognition with the crossover single, "I Can Only Imagine" which elevated their debut album.  Almost There, to becoming certified double platinum.  Since then, the group has released five additional studio albums, four of which have been certified gold, and a greatest hits album.  MercyMe has won numerous Dove Awards and has had various Grammy Award nominations.  Click here to order tickets.

 

Chancel Choir

The Chancel Choir at OUMC is a very special group of believers who desire to serve the Lord and His people through the gift of music.  Oakland's choir has long been recognized as being one of the best in the greater Johnstown area.  The choir sings a special anthem at the 8:30 am service each Sunday and assists in leading worship as well.  They also perform a cantata / musical for the Christmas and Easter seasons.  Practice is on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 from September through May.  If you are interested in being a part of the Chancel Choir, please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net. 

 

Praise Band
Members of the Praise Band Team help to provide believers with a contemporary worship experience at the 11:00 am service on Sunday morning.  The band currently consists of guitars, bass, drums, keyboard and vocals, although other instruments are included on occasion. Praise Band leaders include Matt Price, Linda Varner and Cheryl Keafer.  Matt Price works with the Youth Praise Band who play once each month. Rehearsals are held on Thursday evenings. If you are interested in being considered for the Praise Band Team, please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

 

Children's Choir
The Children's Choir sings several times during the year and on special occasions such as Christmas & Easter.  Their music is well received by the congregation and often draw applause for their efforts.  If you have children who may be interested in singing in the Children's Choir, please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

 

Youth Praise Band   

This band provides a relevant means for youth to experience and help lead worship to the congregation at OUMC.  The Youth Praise Band performs once a month at the 11:00 am Contemporary Worship Service and is led by Matt Price.  The Band provides a strong foundation for youth to lead worship through the art of music.  The band is comprised of a wide variety of instruments and vocals. If you are interested in being considered for the Praise Band Team, please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.


 

 

 

 

Matt Price

Director of Worship

 

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