I am caught between a rock and a hard place: the calling to ministry? Or a calling to therapy? Some would say that both can exist at once, but in this case, I am not so sure. I am currently in my final year of a Bachelor of Arts in Music Ministry at Moody Bible… Continue reading Vocation vs. Calling? Practice vs. Patience?
It was me and my umbrella against the world today. In a dress and sandals, which were totally not appropriate for blistering rains in downtown Chicago, I found myself facing the wind, umbrella in hand, pushing down State St to the Chicago Library. I was applying for my visitor's visa to South Africa (where my… Continue reading Rain, Pain, God & PSALMS
Need some cheering up? My 'Happy' Spotify playlist is intended just for that purpose. Listen to it here! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3XIp8Fi7fHlwWphAKIMPnb Let's be happy!
In a word - yes. In an article by BBC Arts, which you can find here, music is recognized to be very powerful in making successful and memorable film scenes. How can one see this image, and not imagine the dagger-like stabs and screeches of violin strings? The article highlights 3 effects music has over… Continue reading Do Film-Makers Manipulate Our Emotions with Music?
On the surface.. Cityalight manage to walk the line between the Getty-ish hymns style that my parents love, and a more contemporary feel that appeals to the younger generation too. This is a great EP, uplifting, strong vocals and a good mix of upbeat and thoughtful. It covers a range of themes, such as confidence… Continue reading | CityAlight – Yet not I | Review – Music Ministry
Music which honors Truth beyond the boundaries of the church walls are treasures to be shared. The following artists are Christian musicians who spread the truth in subtle and intricately designed compositions. Please add them to your listening list! Josh Garrels - joshgarrels.com From rap to folk to beautiful acoustic melodies, Garrels is by far… Continue reading Musicians In Ministry
Music Ministry has existed since the creation of the nation of Israel. The ministry of music was assigned to a particular people (the Levites) and their focus was to be on perfecting the ministry of music unto God and for the nation to worship God. This tradition continued during the times of Kings. The Psalms… Continue reading The Importance of Music Ministry in Christian Settings
"Did you struggle to maintain your concentration when doing your homework? Maybe you should have learnt rock drum kit. In this study (see link) they found that 10 weeks of rock drum kit improved dexterity, rhythm, timing and the ability to maintain attention for children with autism" Follow link for recent article: https://biggerbetterbrains.com/news-post/541/
When I was 14, I teamed up with two other girls from my class to carry out an experiment for our science fair. I was fascinated with the idea that different styles of music could effect the growth of plants. My piano teacher once remarked that, while her plants were always growing and healthy, her… Continue reading Music and Plants
The Ministry of Music 