Music At FUMC Waxahachie

At First United Methodist Church of Waxahachie, music isn't just a beautiful backdrop to our worship—it's the heartbeat of our spiritual journey. Through melody and harmony, we present offerings of praise and adoration to our Creator. Each note played, each voice raised, becomes a sacred offering, weaving a tapestry of worship that transcends earthly boundaries.

Within our congregation, we cherish the diversity of musical talents, recognizing each as a gift from God. Whether through soul-stirring hymns, uplifting contemporary worship songs, or the timeless strains of classical music, we find ourselves drawn closer to the presence of the divine.

In the sacred space of our sanctuary, music becomes a vessel for prayer, a conduit for spiritual transformation, and a unifying force that binds us together as a community of faith. Through music, we find solace in times of sorrow, joy in times of celebration, and strength in times of trial.

Worship Groups

Chancel Choir

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Wednesday Rehearsals

11:00 am Sunday Service

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Community Band Fellowship

7:00 pm Sunday Rehearsals

A new connection group for brass, woodwind and percussion players interested in playing sacred music outside of the worship service setting. Different from the FUMC Wind Ensemble, this group’s focus will be preparing pieces for the concert setting on and off the church’s campus. We’ll play together, pray together, and do life together. Meetings are Sunday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Chapel.

For more information or sign up for an audition, please reach out to our Music Director, Andy Truex, via email.

Modern Worship Band

8:00 pm - 9:00 pm  Wednesday Rehearsals

10:00 am - 10:45 am Sunday Rehearsals

11:15 am Sunday Service

Are you musically inclined? We encourage you to audition for our modern worship band – auditions are open to everyone! The modern worship band incorporates contemporary instruments for their service. These instruments include vocals, acoustic guitars, electric guitars, bass guitars, keyboards, synthesizers, drums, and sometimes brass, woodwind, or string instruments.

For more information or sign up for an audition, please reach out to our Modern Worship Leader, Kayla Helmintoller, via email.

Glory Ringers

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Wednesday Rehearsals

8:30 am & 11:00 am Sunday Services [once a month]

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Wind Ensemble

12:15 pm - 1:15 pm Sunday Rehearsals

8:30 am & 11:00 am Sunday Services [once a month]

Whether playing featured ensemble pieces, accompanying the choir, or enhancing congregational hymns, this group provides music on a regular basis for the church’s worship services. These core assembly of musicians also present solos throughout the year, and they form the foundation for the FUMC orchestra, which plays for special services during Advent and Holy Week. Meetings are Sunday afternoons at 12:15 pm in the Sanctuary.

For more information or sign up for an audition, please reach out to our Music Director, Andy Truex, via email.

Early Risers

9:30 am - 10:45 am Sunday Rehearsals

8:30 am Sunday Service [once a month]

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Flame Worship Arts

5:15 pm - 6:00 pm Wednesday Rehearsals

11:00 am Sunday Service [three times a year]

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Unplugged Praise Band

7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Thursday Rehearsals [as needed]

8:30 am & 11:00 am Sunday Services [periodically]

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Meet Our Music Staff

Andy Truex

Music Director

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Kayla Helmintoller

Modern Worship Leader

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