Music

“Sing to him; yes, sing his praises,

Tell everyone about his wonderful deeds.” – 1 Chronicles 16:9

 

 
 
 
 

Celebrating Joel Krott

Joel Krott, Music Director at FPC Moorestown for an amazing 53 years, is now enjoying his retirement.
 
In 1972, Joel Krott became the organist and choir director of FPC Moorestown. For 53 years, Joel has relentlessly pursued the glory of God through the ministry of music. From the start, Joel offered his exceptional musical gifts in worship Sunday after Sunday. He’s taught choral music to children and adults but always by teaching the Word of God first. He’s coordinated Choir Retreats and Concerts and four Tours to Denmark. In addition, he has also led a Discovery Bible Study with high school and middle school students with his wife, Sandra, to guide students into a life of discipleship. Joel has served God and His people faithfully and effectively for almost six decades.

The plaque reads: With appreciation for over fifty years of faithful service to our Lord and church, as our beloved Director of Music, we dedaicate this Choral Balcony in his honor.
“I play the notes as they are written, but it is God who makes the music.” Bach
 

We Love Music

One of the many joys at FPC Moorestown is our extensive and diverse music program. Our choirs and worship band are open to everyone – you need not be a church member to participate. We are particularly proud of the multi-generation families that have been members of our choirs!
 
Throughout the year our choirs sing during our worship services and hold concerts for all to attend, sometimes accompanied by the West Jersey Chamber Music Society. All to the glory of God. 
 

Music at FPC – ‘Sing or Ring’ in One of Our Choirs This Year or Join Our Band

Our Choirs and Worship Band are open to all. Interested in joining us as we lift our voices? Click a button to learn more:
 
 
 
Please complete a short sign-up form so we may know of your interest in joining one of our Music Programs.
 
 

Kathy Gunsallus

Interim Director of Music Ministry

As we begin this new chapter, we are pleased to announce a team of highly qualified interim music professionals who will lead our choirs with dedication and excellence.
 
Kathy Gunsallus, beloved retired vocal music educator and our longtime accompanist, is leading the Primary Choir. With her warmth, deep familiarity with our choirs, and strong leadership, Kathy will ensure a joyful and seamless transition. She will also continue serving part-time as interim Music Director, regularly leading worship and coordinating the Bell Choir with her characteristic care and dedication.
 
Junior Choir and Chapel Choir are directed by Nicole Snodgrass, a highly skilled and winsome leader with 25 years of experience at Cherokee High School. Her impressive accomplishments and leadership promise continued growth for our youth choirs.
 
Choristers and Adult Choirs are led by Linda Lockart, a talented church musician and skilled vocalist from within our own congregation. Her leadership will enhance our choral work and continue to nurture our community’s voice in worship.
 
This team will provide continuity while creating space for a prayerful and Spirit-led process of discernment regarding the long-term leadership and vision for our music ministry.

Our Accompanists

Carol Benner, Kathy Gunsallus, Carol Manion, Rebecca Neindorff

Rev. Wes Allen

Contemporary Worship Leader

Wes serves as our Associate Pastor as well as leader of our Contemporary Worship Band.  
 
After graduating from The King’s Christian High School, Wes attended Temple University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Theater. While attending Temple, Wes commuted weekly to New York City to train with the Second City in improvisational theater. Upon graduation, Wes moved to Chicago and continued studying improv at Second City and the Annoyance Theater.
 
While in Chicago, Rev. Allen found himself asking God for direction one night and received the answer – his call to ministry. Wes graduated with a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary. He completed his Field Education at Asbury United Methodist Church in Norristown, Pennsylvania and First Presbyterian Church of Moorestown. He would later complete his Clinical Pastoral Education at the Elizabeth Boggs Center at Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center.
 
Wes plays the guitar and harmonica in the Worship band and also sings. He has a ‘side gig’ with local band ‘The Trophy Husbands’ made up of friends and members of FPC Moorestown. You can see them at the Strawberry Festival!
 

Music from our Worship Band.

 

 

Our FPC Moorestown Touring Choir! We invite you to watch Heavenly Voices; music, messages and memories from our Denmark Tour