Author: Stephanie Heeley
I'm a Kiwi (New Zealander) who is currently studying an Bachelor of Arts in Music Ministry at Moody Bible Institute, Chicago. I come from a Christian home and have had a Christian education, but God worked in my heart on September 2014 to truly put my trust in God and journey with Him. I moved to Scotland to work at the Compass Christian Centre in March 2015 where I met my husband, Jonathan, who now lives and studies with me in Chicago. I planned on beginning a BMus/BSc in Musicology and Psychology to eventually study the wonders of Music Psychology and become a Music Therapist, but God lead my husband and I to Moody Bible Institute to focus our passions on ministry. Through this God-given passion I want to share God's perfect love and care for the young, vulnerable, inflicted and/or pained, discover the amazing design God has implanted within our brains and minds, and to continue to increase the ministry of music within God's church. God is living and active and working today!
| CityAlight – Yet not I | Review – Music Ministry
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
Can Music Heal Trauma? Exploring the Therapeutic Powers of Sound
"'I started to understand what music can do for traumatized populations—it can help create a sense of normalcy, joy, expression,' she says. 'Music in therapy doesn’t work for everyone,” Down adds. “But I think there is a ‘music’ part of all of our brains. Studies have shown that even with degenerative brain diseases, like Alzheimer’s,… Continue reading Can Music Heal Trauma? Exploring the Therapeutic Powers of Sound
Music is Not the Be All and End All…
The meaning of this title sometimes surprises me, and it may surprise you, especially coming from a blog site devoted to Music! However, if I didn't believe this, this blog might not have existed. Because the purpose of this site is to discover how music can improve and benefit areas of ministry, not how music… Continue reading Music is Not the Be All and End All…
Musicians In 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
The Importance of Music Ministry in Christian Settings
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
Scientists Reveal Drumming Helps School Children with Autism
"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/
Music and Plants
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
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