Susie Richmann, Director of Children's Music

As the Director of Children's Music, I have the pleasure of working with all of the children at Hope throughout the year.  

Children of all ages are invited to play the "baby bells," which are actually the Krystal Handbells. These bells are colored and very easy to play, and take no musical training or practice whatsoever.  

Also, periodically throughout the year, I work with Sunday School teachers and come to the classrooms and practice a song for all children to perform for a service.  

For the older kids, from 3rd grade and beyond, we've created a handbell choir and a vocal choir. The choir practices every Sunday after services, and this dedicated choir performs 3-4 times per year. Finally, the vocal choir practices every Sunday before the 10:30 service, and they sing more often, approximately 6-7 times per year.

Having been in music my whole life, and with my teaching background, I am very excited to be in this position. The children enjoy singing and playing in all capacities. I feel we have a great relationship, and I'm so proud of the kids for the ways they enrich the services for our congregation.