The Music of Ministry

By Joseph M. Martin

Using music as a spiritual metaphore, the text of this piece reminds the listener to celebrate compassion and charity in all of life. A lyrical theme arches gracefully throughout the anthem, carrying the challenge to live our priase through service. There is also a strong message of unity, reminding us that we are bonded together in love and grace. The well-balanced approach in the part-writing provides an opportunity for strong unison singing as well as the exploration of harmonic color.