Don't miss it!

It's great to be back in Orlando! We heard wonderful music and experienced creative worship at the MCC Regional Cluster Conference in Pensacola, but Dorothy is right--"There is no place like home!" Thank you to Hank, Glen, Kim, and all the musicians who made it possible for us to go away and know that the worship at Joy would be great! It's a wonderful feeling to have folks you can depend on--thank you so much. Thank you also to Tami and Calvin for providing such heartfelt special music.

Don't forget our special Sunday coming up this weekend! Rev. Carolyn Mobley and Min. Adrain Bowie will be present in all our services to inspire and lead us in music. All women involved in the music ministry are invited to join Carolyn and Adrain for lunch at Perkins after the 11:30 service. However, you must let Rev. Carol know that you are coming by Saturday morning. Email her at revcarol@joymcc.com. Then we are in for a special treat at 6:00 pm after the Pride Potluck Picnic when Carolyn and Adrain will present and Evening of Praise and Prose. Join us, you will be blessed.

Special Concert on June 28th!

We are so excited to have Rev. Carolyn Mobley and Min. Adrain Bowie as our guests for our Pride Picnic Day on June 28th. They will provide us with special music and readings for both morning services and will be present with us for the Pride Potluck Picnic. At 6:00 pm, they will present an "Evening of Praise and Prose" which is a ministry of song and readings that will bless your hearts and spirits.

We also want to say "welcome!" to Kevin who joined the Celebration Choir this week. We continue to look for special music--solos, duets, trios...please consider this your invitation. Don't wait to be asked...volunteer to bring glory to God in song. If you need help finding a song, email me (revcarol@joymcc.com) and we'll get together and find the right song for you or your group to sing. I'm looking forward to all of you coming forward to sing...if a long-term commitment to one of our ensembles is not for you, this might be the way for you to participate in the music ministry at Joy. Let me hear from you. And finally, thank you to all the people who will fill in for me while I am at Regional Cluster Conference. May you all enjoy the blessings of a heart that sings!

GayDays Sunday brings musical memories!

Thanks to everyone who participated in the Music the past Sunday. Tami and Kim delighted us with a very special "special music" selection. Sing for Joy were wonderful as they opened for Justin Ryan on Sunday night. We hope you were there to experience the entire concert.

One of the things that I find so meaningful about Justin's concerts is how often he talks about all the people in his life who enabled him to keep going and keep singing. Joy is a place where that happens as well. The music ministry team members all participate because of their gratitude not only for God's gift of music, but also for the gift of Jesus' love in their lives. Even if you don't actively participate in the music ministry, never forget that a word of encouragement lets each member know how much their ministry means to you. Look for new and exciting things to happen throughout the summer. We are committed to having special music every Sunday--if you can and want to provide some of that music, please let me know. The calendar is open and waiting for you to make a commitment.

Note the change in rehearsal schedules. Joy Celebration Choir meets the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays. Sing for Joy meets every Wednesday. Check the Joy Music blog for more information.

Another Choir Member Honored!!!

The Music Ministry honors one of its own. Tami Tate recently received the Disney Partners in Excellence award bestowed upon her by her peers. She and her partner, Jody, (pictured--Jody on left, Tami on right) attended the award banquet earlier this month. Congratulations, Tami! All your brother and sister musicians at Joy wish you well and say "Congratulations!".

Welcome to Leo, William and Nathan, new members of the music ministry. We're so happy you decided to join us. There is so much going on at Joy in the Music Ministry that you will want to go to the Joy Music Blog to learn what is on the horizon. Please note that the rehearsal times have changed. Come join us,we're waiting to welcome you!