Second Presbyterian Church

Richmond, Virginia, U.S.A.
We are called to be a witness to and for the world of the new reality which God has made available to all people in Jesus Christ. We seek "to know Him and to make Him known" in downtown Richmond and throughout the world.

 

CONTENTS

 

What's New?

How to Find Us

Schedule

Mission Organization

--Housing

--People

--International

--Dimmock Photo

--Missionary Letters

--2006 Malawi Photos

--Mission--Hands On

--Guardian Project

--2007 Habitat Project

--GAUTIER PHOTOS

--2005 HABITAT PROJECT

--Mission Links

Church History

Inquirers' Class

2006 New Members

2005 New Members

Christian Education

--Church School

--Adult Classes

--Children's Classes

--PYC

--PYC Info Form

--PYC Liability Form

Wednesday Night

Sermons

Music and Arts

Presbyterian Women

Literary Circle

Day Book Group

Home

 

 

Music and the Arts

The Choirs

The Ministry of Music at Second Presbyterian Church is about leading the congregation's song--its hymns, responses, and liturgy--as choirs and congregation give musical wings to the Gospel.  The Music Ministry is rooted in the vast treasury of old and new sacred art repertoire that unites strong, God-centered texts with well-crafted music.  The Music Ministry of Second Church is an integral part of the congregation's worship life and witness in downtown Richmond and beyond.  There is a place here for anyone who desires to learn and grow, and to serve and praise God through music.

 

  • Chancel Choir
    • For post-high school age singers
    • Sings at 11:00 a.m. worship services, September through June
    • Rehearses Wednesdays, 7:30-9:15 p.m. and Sunday mornings, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
    • Led by Jeffrey Riehl

 

  • Calvin Choir
    • Calvin Choir for 2d through 5th Grades.  The Calvin Choir is an excellent place for your child to learn how to become an active member of the congregation through both fun and serious musical activities.  Rehearsals focus on the fundamentals of music, simple melodies and harmonies, and the basics of the Second Presbyterian worship service.  The children will learn how to worship through music, learning the liturgy, popular hymns, and how to lead a service as a choir.  Emphasis is placed on making sure that each child becomes comfortable using his or her voice as an instrument of praise.  The Calvin Choir participates in worship once a month and also plays a large role in music for the annual Christmas Pageant.  Rehearsals are each Sunday at 4:00 p.m. at the Joyful Noise Station.  Contact Stephen Longeneccker at (610) 4511-8963 or stephenlongenecker@richmond.edu with any questions or concerns.

     

  • Cherub Choir
    • Cherub Choir for age 4 through 2nd Grade.  Church member and teacher, Stephen Longeneccker leads the Cherub choir in a variety of music activities and games that help children become aware of their voices.  Performing various times throughout the year, the Cherub choir is a fun and educational way for our youngest members to become involved in church life and to interact with children of their same age in a church and musical environment.  Last year the Cherub choir performed a variety of hymns and songs in the fall, Christmas, Palm Sunday, and Mother's Day.  The Cherub Choir participates in worship two or three times during the fall as well as the annual Christmas Pageant.  Rehearsals are each Sunday after Time for Children at the Joyful Noise Station. Contact Stephen Longeneccker at (610) 4511-8963 or stephenlongenecker@richmond.edu with any questions or concerns. 

     

  • Adult Handbells
    • For senior high and adults with music reading skills
    • Plays for 11:00 a.m. worship services
    • Rehearsals: Wednesday evenings from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary
    • Led by Stephen Longenecker

 

Concerts

 

 

Art on Display

The work of Mary Lib Randall, Helen Rolfe, and Lynn Chapman will be exhibited in February and March in the dining room.  A reception for the artists will be held in the dining room after worship on February 11.

 

The Organ

under construction

 

Music Staff

 

 

Drama

  • Richmond Shakespeare Theatre Performs in Our Chapel.  The Richmond Shakespeare Theater will begin its third play of the  season downtown at Second Presbyterian Church on February 1. The offering will be Doctor Faustus, which will be presented each Thursday, Friday and Saturday, through February 25.  Productions will begin at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with a 2:00 p.m. matinee on Saturday.  Purchase tickets at www.richmondshakespeare.com or by calling  1-866-BARD-TIX (1-866-277-3849).