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Three Weekend Worship Gatherings

Join us in person or online via webcast each Sunday at the following times.

9:30 am Worship led by Choir and Orchestra

11 am Worship led by Band and Singers

6:30 pm Worship led by Band

Visit the Media section of our site for further viewing options throughout the week.

What We Believe

WORSHIP through SONG

God-centered worship through song happens in a variety of different musical styles. If expressed in terms of language, our varying styles of music, liturgy, and the spoken word during a worship time all culminate in a “common tongue” that the church speaks to the Lord.

Just as in the English language, worship has many different accents or dialects. The New Yorker and the South African are able to communicate even though the words sound dissimilar. The heart of the God-centered worshipper knows, through the Holy Spirit, what is being said even if what is coming from the platform might not sound like it does in the neighborhood they are from.

Our aim is to speak worship with clarity and with quality so that all can respond to God for who He is and what He has done.

Staff

Stephen Smith, Worship Pastor

John Bolin, Director of Worship-Choir and Orchestra

Join A Team

Choir

The Choir at Houston’s First is an electrifying musical group that consists of over 200 people who love to use their voices to lead God’s people in worship. Led by John Bolin, this Choir that leads in the 9:30 service at Houston’s First Baptist Church is a committed group of people who believe that their purpose is to exalt the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, to lead God’s people in authentic worship, and to communicate salvation to the lost and encourage to the believer. Come and join us for a Rehearsal this Wednesday night at 7-8:30pm in the Rehearsal Hall (2nd floor above Main Foyer). Contact John Bolin for more information.

Orchestra

Welcome from The Orchestra at Houston’s First. The Houston's First Orchestra is comprised of both dedicated professional musicians and skilled amateur players who use their instrumental talents to serve the Lord through the worship ministry of Houston’s First. The Houston's First Orchestra practices each Wednesday night from 7-8:30 pm in preparation for Sunday’s first worship service, seasonal specials, Pop shows and other exciting worship opportunities. Currently, the Orchestra is looking to add players in the following areas: Low Brass (Tuba), Double Reeds, Harp and Strings.

The Orchestra at Houston’s First, represents an exciting worship program for those with advanced instrumental training to serve the Lord and be a part of the music ministry at HFBC while continuing to enjoy the opportunity to perform on an instrument. Please contact John Bolin, Director of Worship / Choir & Orchestra, for more information about The Orchestra at Houston’s First.

Singers

The Singers at Houston's First are a group of lead worshipers who serve in the 11 am service with the purpose of ushering the congregation before the throne of God. While working as a team with the 11 am bands, our prayer is that many will come to know the Lord through worship, and ultimately, that believers would draw closer in their walk with Him. In rehearsal, we place strong emphasis on practicing worship, so that the melody and the heart are in unison on Sunday mornings. Come join us on Wednesday nights from 7-8:30 pm in Room 330! For more information, contact Elizabeth Trask.

Bands

Stephen Smith is the point man for all our bands here at Houston's First. At present we have "band teams" that are spread out in ministry all across the church. Whether they are leading worship in for our Student Ministry, Children's Ministry, or 11 am worship service, each team and their leadership, is committed to service and a heart that beats to serve God through the arts. If you play and instrument, there is a good chance we can find a place of service for you. Please contact Dean-na Wilks if you want to serve!

High 5 Kids' Choirs

High 5 Kids’ Choirs is a brand new choir program for preschool and elementary age kids. Each week High 5 features amazing activities, cool music, and a chance for kids of all ages to learn to love the arts! High 5 meets on Wednesdays during the school year from 6-7 pm. PreK-Kindergarten meet in The Clubhouse (Rm 303); 1st-5th Grades meet in The Loft (Rm 301). For more information contact the Children’s Ministry Office at 713.957.7621 or e-mail Josh Harris.

Production Crew

This team is led by Brad Duryea, Director of Production. This team specializes all things tech in support of the Worship Services. Contact Brad to schedule an interview. Contact Brad Duryea for more information.

Gathering Team Internship

What is it?

The Gathering Team Internship is an 8 week servant-leadership experience exposing interns to the worship, production, communications elements of Houston's First. The internship program involves serving 20 hours a week with our Gathering Team, developmental workshops for personal growth, and hands-on ministry experience.