Bill Ingraham 
Organist
Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd; I have everything I need.
He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams.
He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.
Even when I walk through the dark valley of death, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.
You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You welcome me as a guest, anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings.
Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.
Each Sunday, First Church members are blessed to hear the beautiful music of Bill Ingraham. Bill has served as the church organist since 1986, playing the organ and keyboards during services and for the choirs.
Bill additionally has been providing organ music for Otterbein United Methodist Church in Boiling Springs since 1986.
“The church was central to my life growing up,” said Bill. “I never had a ‘Damascus Road’ experience, but I always felt God’s presence in my life.”
Outside of First Church, Bill is employed by the Social Security Administration. He has held several management and supervisory positions. He currently serves in the Harrisburg District Office.
Bill shares his musical talent with several community organizations. He is currently the accompanist for the Messiah College Choral Arts Society and the Central PA Oratorio Society. Bill also has provided accompaniment for local theatre productions and the Wednesday Club.
Bill has been a member of First Church since 1967.
Bill is a graduate of Mechanicsburg High School, and has a degree in Psychology and Religion from Lebanon Valley College.
Bill and his wife, Tammy, are the parents of three grown children.
Bill’s Vision for his Music Ministry
To continue to provide meaningful support for the Music Department.
