Defying Gravity
Defying Gravity is the resident praise band of Aley. The group consists of nine regular members playing instruments such as piano, electric keyboard, guitar, drums, and vocals. Defying Gravity can be heard on Sunday mornings at the 10:30am Contemporary Worship Service in Aley’s sanctuary. You can find the list of members below. If you are interested in performing with Defying Gravity or have any questions, please contact Shelly Murphey or Ryan Dunn.
Cheri Warner Piano & Backup Vocals
Bernadette O’Connor Keyboard & Backup Vocals
Shelly Murphey Bass Guitar & Backup Vocals
Matt Warner Vocals
Mary Creek Vocals
Jim Gravely Electric/Acoustic Guitar & Vocals
Rhett Sims Electric/Acoustic Guitar
Jared Dimeff Percussion
Ryan Dunn Sound/Tech
If you have any questions or feedback for Defying Gravity, feel free to contact a member of the band after the 10:30am service on Sunday mornings. Alternatively, you can contact us by email using the links above. We hope your worship experience with Defying Gravity and Aley is a pleasant one!







