Ensembles

Worship Team

On August 20, 2000, we ushered in our new Contemporary Worship Service . Initially leading this service was a brand new staff member and two new Music Ministry groups. Doug Kimsal , called in May of 2000 to First Baptist Church as Music Associate - Contemporary Worship Leader, started the worship leading groups for this new service format: the Praise Vocal Team and the Praise Band. Together, they helped provide an attitude of worship and praise during each contemporary service.

Doug moved to another area and church as Minister of Music in February of 2002. After a short interim time, Tina Helms began her service with us as Contemporary Worship Leader.

Each member of the Praise Team is keenly aware that before one can be a worship leader , one must first be a lead worshipper. Much time is spent in rehearsals talking about the awesome responsibility that is attached to this role.

The weekly rehearsal time for both the Praise Band & Praise Vocal Ensemble is on Thursday evenings; then, they're at it "bright and early" on the next Sunday morning (7:30) to do final checks to make sure everything is ready. The Contemporary Service that they help lead is on Sunday mornings from 8:30-9:30, and is held in Chipley Hall.