Springtime and Music

Spring is such a wonderful time to refresh and reflect. We'd like to invite you to think about where you might fit into our vibrant music ministry. There are many opportunities for you to participate. Please read the information on the right sidebar of the blog to learn about existing groups. Got an idea for something new or different? Send me an email, the sky's the limit. In particular, we are looking for a bass player and additional singers for Sing for Joy, the 11:30 Praise Team. We continually seek folks who play instruments such as the flute or violin to add to the music in both services. Got a hidden talent? We can help you find a place to shine.

We have several upcoming special musical events: next week our Second Sunday Sings will feature our own David Sayko in Concert. On June 8 we will have a wonderful GayDays concert featuring Justin Ryan. Watch for more details on these and other events. May you all enjoy the blessings of a heart that sings! Carol

The Blessings of Easter

Words are fully inadequate to express my gratitude to all the musicians who participated in the Easter services last Sunday. As always, my gratitude to Kim is first and foremost. Kim plays tirelessly for every service and did a wonderful job with all the different styles of music, and the varied demands made on him for those services. Thank you, Kim. You bless us all with your talents. I also want to thank all the soloists--Kelsie, David, Glen and Jaden. Marlyn, Jaden, Chris, David and Kim--your instrumental talents were very much utilized and appreciated. Thanks to Terri for keeping up with us on the Sound Board and a special thank you to all the multi-media team for such wonderful work during a complex service. And finally, thank you to all the singers who gave so much time, energy and talent to make both services a wonderful experience for all who were in attendance. He truly is "risen"!

As we move into a new season, there is room for everyone in the music ministry at Joy. Take a look at the opportunities listed on the right side of this page and find one that you think might work for you. OR, think about starting a completely new ensemble or group. I'd love to hear your ideas and suggestions. Won't you send me an email or give me a call. This is also a call for composers who might be hesitant to come forward. If you have music that you've written, please contact me so that we can talk about utilizing your work in the music ministry at Joy. May you all have a wonderful week.

Easter Awaits!

Easter, in all its glory, awaits us! The music ministry at Joy has prepared, practiced, and prayed and is ready to bring you all the wonders of our Easter Service, "He is Risen!" Singing special Easter music will be the Joy Celebration Choir, Sing for Joy, God's Promise Kids, and Women of Spirit. Two anthems will feature the combined adult ensembles and will feature all the musicians active in the music ministry. Kelsie Glinksi-Boyd, one of our talented young people will be singing the solo with Women of Spirit.

We hope that you will be amazed and filled with praise for God and the talents that Joy has been blessed with. We're looking forward to sharing parts of all the worship services in one place so that everyone will have the opportunity to see aspects of the music ministry that you might not get to see on a weekly basis. We're excited and hope that you will be, too. Remember, both the 9:30 and 11:30 services are identical, so choose the one most convenient for you and come out to lift God's Name in worship and praise. Thanks for letting me be a part of Easter at Joy! Rev. Carol