Our Music & Worship

AUMC has long been a leader in the church music community in Orange County. With a beautiful pipe organ, a 9 foot concert grand, 7 foot grand, and a 6 foot grand readily available, not to mention excellent acoustics, the facilities are excellent for making music.

We aim to employ a variety of musical forms and expressions from both the past and the present. We incorporate the organ, piano, guitar, bells, and more to create a meaningful worship experience.

Chancel Choir

Only requirement: wonderful people that have a desire to sing as a team.

  • You don’t have to read music!

  • You don’t have to sing a solo!

  • You don’t have to come to every rehearsal or service, and our schedule is flexible!

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Gather Service

Our Gather service meets on Sundays at 5 PM, with an option for Zoom attendance. Led by Emilio Tello, the Gather Worship team brings joyous and modern music to each service. Volunteer musicians are always welcome, whether you play an instrument or sing.

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Our Worship Service

Service Elements

Serve as Liturgists who guide congregants through Sunday worship services

  • Read scripture passages during worship services

  • Aid in the preparation and distribution of communion

  • Serve as ushers and greeters on Sunday mornings

  • Decorate the sanctuary for Easter, Christmas, Holy Week, etc.

  • Prepare for special services and events

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Minister of Music

Herman Hope