Sacred Music
Philosophy
The purpose of Liturgical Music is:
To Glorify God and Sanctify the Faithful
.....we acknowledge who God is and God brings humans into union with himself.
Fostering Festivity in Liturgical Celebration
.....music enhances the expression of celebration and the festal nature of the liturgy.
Enhancing the Proclamation of the Word
.....music of the liturgy, be it hymns or anthems, should carefully correspond with the lections of the day.
Strengthening Bonds of Community
.....the congregation sings or actively listens together
Promoting Participation
.....liturgical music fosters active participation
Fostering Cultural and Artistic Goods
.....music that can be considered accomplishments, master pieces, of western culture. A healthy interaction between liturgy and human culture.
Music is a dynamic, transforming force that edifies and enhances our worship week after week. Music is nourishment for our spiritual lives. Through music, God’s word to us in worship is amplified, our fellowship is enlivened, and our learning is underscored.
Characteristics of a Servant Leader
Humble
Pastoral Leader
Self-Knowledge of your real strengths and weaknesses
Self-Confidence - True sense of one's skills and value as a human being and child of God
Self-Discipline
Person of Integrity
Creative
Accountable
Visionary
Sense of Humor
Life -Time Learner
Committed and Consistent
Sensitivity to Language
Respectful of Others
Create a Positive, Fear-Free Environment
Show Appreciation
Show Compassion
Share Control
Exude Enthusiasm
Expect the Best of Others
Take Risks
Communicate Effectively
Honor the Congregation and Their History
Pray
Qualities and Skills of Effective Musicians
Have a relationship with Jesus Christ
Commit to daily prayer and worship
Have a philosophy of music
Appreciate How God Speaks to Us through music
Know that the congregation is the church's most important choir
Embrace music as sacred
Educate the congregation
Mentor
Know the congregation to which you serve
Help church recognize its program needs
Self-Discipline
Organize
Connect with all church's musicians
Value talent of others
Exercise diplomacy
Use humor
Expand Competency
Acquire familiarity with a theological language
Know the liturgical year
Demonstrate sensitivity to the way music fits into the service
Be creative
Build Community in your ensembles
Be mindful of demands on colleagues
We won't and can't please everyone
Be Professional
Avoid Being Discouraged
Acknowledge that we won't and can't please everyone