Welcome! Voices In Praise exists for the glory of God and in service to others. As the youth choir of Friendship United Methodist Church, the group is open to all youth in grades 6 -12 who have a desire to sing and a willingness to make the commitment to the group. Singers are not required to be a member of the church or to have any background in singing. Our doors are open to everyone!

The choir rehearses on Mondays. Girls rehearse from 6:30pm – 8pm; Guys rehearse from 7pm – 8:30pm.

New singers are welcome any time. Feel free to contact Director Holly Reynolds Lee at 301-728-1748 with questions!


Want to learn more about Voices In Praise? We made this video as part of a fundraising campaign in 2014. Meet Director Holly Reynolds Lee and learn more about our music and ministry.

One Year Wonders

VIP might not be rehearsing every week but summer is still a busy time in the life of this ministry. One of my favorite summer activities is catching up with alums who are home from college. This might be the strongest summer on record for alumni spotting!


Todd Soper (VIP '07) - Center - In the red vest!

Yesterday, I had lunch with Todd Soper (VIP '07) who recently graduated from West Chester U. and is getting ready to head to Philly to "Give a year, Change the world" with City Year. I was thinking about that slogan when it dawned on me -- Todd was a VIP for just 1 year. That's it! And yet, I can't imagine that year without him. Our concert of Motown music would not have been the same without his smooth dance moves. His contagious optimism and positive leadership had a real impact on us.

Todd is part of a special group of VIPs that I think of as the "One Year Wonders."  These are folks who, for whatever reason, were VIPs for just one year. Almost always, they're seniors. They decide senior year that they finally have room in their schedules or they finally give in to a friend who has been inviting them for years. Even though time is short for our One Year Wonders, their impact is strong and the relationship can be long.

So, if there are any Seniors out there reading this who are wondering, "Can I join VIP this year?" The answer is asbolutely! We'd love to have you and add you to our roster of One Year Wonders.