IN THIS ISSUE Called by Our Baptism
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Musician’s Call to Ministry Father Paul Colloton, OSFS, DMin, stresses the significance of the Sacrament of Baptism and the impact it can and should have on our ministry as pastoral musicians.
Te Weird and the Wonderful
Te Musical Flow of the Catechumenate Rites
Diana Macalintal offers practical recommendations for incorporating musical acclamations into the rites of the catechumenate.
Feeding the Spirit
Deepening the Practice of Prayer with Your Music Ministers
David Anderson presents his suggestions for music directors seeking to deepen the wellspring of spirituality with their music ministers.
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Becoming What We Receive
Te Communion Song as a Call to Holiness and Mission
Steven Janco challenges and encourages pastoral musicians to foster a mission- centered spirituality by their choice of songs for the Communion Rite.
In Practice
NPM’s Revised Handbook on Hiring a Director of Music
Hank Bauer and David Mathers preview NPM’s forthcoming resource document, “Hiring a Director of Music: A Handbook and Guide.”
Convention Preview Kansas City 2024
Dive into the “City of Fountains,” and enjoy a sneak peek at the exciting Plenums, Events, Breakouts, and more in store for you at this year’s Convention.
ALSO: From the Editor .......................................................................................5
From the Executive Director ...........................................................7 Association News ...................................................................................8 Board Column ..........................................................................................9
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