Association of Lutheran Church Musicians
February 1, 2022 e-newsletter
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Greetings from Board Member Carol Churchill |
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The ALCM board of directors met face-to-face January 17 & 18 in Chicago. During the two-day meeting the Board:
- Heard that our membership grew again in 2021 to just over 1900 members.
- Learned that our income exceeded expenses once again, and that 395 discreet donors contributed to ALCM in 2021.
- Approved the 2022 budget.
- Held a special membership meeting for voting of bylaws changes relating to Board structure and future nominations. Meeting resulted in unanimous approval of the changes.
- Introduced the idea of developing an ALCM music series.
- Discussed using Scott Weidler memorial monies for further discernment of new uses/refreshes for Leadership Program for Musicians curriculum.
- Agreed to make offerings/resources for pastors more widely known and available and perhaps not focus so much on membership for those individuals, but rather promotion of many materials available to them.
- Discussed plans for furthering Hearts*Hands*Voices workshops – and pledged renewed support for both small, easy, half-day events as well as more involved multi-day events depending on those willing to lead and pertinent topics.
- Reviewed writers and resources for added diversity in our print publications.
- Addressed cryptocurrency donations – we need to adopt a policy for addressing such contributions.
- Encouraged continuing work on Spanish resources with focus being scaled to a small population to get work moving quicker.
- Reviewed the report from the committee for scholarship/educational resources. The group will report back to the Board with ideas on next steps.
- Looked at ways to further mentorship opportunities.
- Discussed the need for a conflict of interest policy for ALCM board members.
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Bylaws Amendments Approved
At a special meeting of the membership of The Association of Lutheran Church Musicians called by the Board of Directors for Monday, January 17, 2022, those in attendance unanimously approved the recommended amendments to ALCM's Bylaws. The Bylaws were last amended in 2019.
The meeting took place on Zoom, in accordance with the Bylaws. The revised Bylaws take effect immediately.
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Thank you, regional officers! |
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With the new change in bylaws, the four regional presidents have now become "directors" on the board, and the structure of regional officers is no longer supported. Thanks to the many people who have served as regional officers over the years. Special thanks to those who most recently served as regional vice-presidents: (1) Jean Boehler, (2) Karen Areheart Ives, (3) Nathan Proctor, and (4) Tim Getz. |
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Join us this Summer!
Although it may still feel like winter for most of us, it’s time to begin to consider what you will be doing this summer! There are sure to be a variety of wonderful, inspiring, uplifting, and educational events that you could attend, but I want to take the opportunity to tell you why the summer conference “From Generation to Generation” is one you don’t want to miss!
Group learning sessions in Composition/Arranging, Leadership of Contemporary Ensembles, Working with Children’s Choirs, Effectively Leading Assembly Song from the Piano or Organ, and Use of Technology will offer the opportunity for growth in practical applications.
Workshops dealing with Harmonious Relationships Between Clergy & Musicians, Copyright, Intergeneration Choirs, Use of Handbells, Instruments in Worship, reading sessions, and many others will offer you the chance to gain more practical knowledge and new ideas.
And finally, the opportunity to worship together in the Chapel of the Resurrection will feed your soul!
Take advantage of all these opportunities and register now at the reduced registration rate! Prices go up on March 16!
Jeremy Bankson
Conference Chair
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Valparaiso Conference Sponsorship Opportunities
Would you like to contribute to ALCM and support our July conference in Valparaiso? Gifts are welcome to support the conference. Donations may be made at ALCM website.
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Remembering Susan Palo Cherwien |
Just over a month ago Susan Palo Cherwien died after several weeks in hospice care. Susan, who is best known as a Lutheran hymnwriter and poet, was also a 2019 recipient of ALCM's Faithful Servant Award. A new ELCA Worship blog post lists her hymns and provides several other links to her work, which has been a gift to the church and world. |
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New Music Resources!
Spring 2022 Digital Reading Sessions and Other Music
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We Rise Higher: Poems and Prayers for Graduates supports youth as they celebrate, commemorate, and reflect on graduating high school and moving on to the next phase of life. A perfect gift for congregations to give in recognition of their high school grads!
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Joe Davis is a nationally touring artist, educator, and speaker based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His work employs poetry, music, theater, and dance to shape culture.
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2022 Membership Directory
This is a great time to invite your friends to become an ALCM member. The deadline to be in the directory has been extended. Memberships received by February 4 will be included in the 2022 Membership Directory. Please invite your friends and colleagues to visit https://alcm.org/connect/join-alcm/ today or surprise them with a membership gift at https://alcm.org/gift-membership/!
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2022 ALCM Germany Tour
One Final Space Available!
We have had a cancellation for the ALCM Germany Tour, so we are now able to offer that space on a first come, first served basis. The tour is hosted by David Cherwien, Michael Krentz, and Jim Rindelaub. Highlights include the Passion Play in Oberammergau (held every ten years, postponed to 2022), Luther's Wittenberg, Bach's Leipzig, Mozart's Salzburg, Schütz's Dresden, as well as Berlin, Halle, and more. The dates are July 1-15, 2022. The cost per person, double occupancy, is $3,315. The single room supplement fee is $600.
The initial deposit registration fee is $350 and must be made online. NOTE: It is this online deposit that secures your reservation. Remember: registrations are taken on a first come, first served basis until the tour is filled, so make your deposit now!
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CrossAccent: Journal of the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians invites applications for the position of a volunteer Reviews Editor to coordinate reviews of books, recordings, and other professional development resources. |
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On the February ALCM Calendar |
February 19 - Memorial service for Dr. Philip Gehring
A memorial service will be held Feb. 19th at 4 pm (Central time) at First United Church, 848 Lake St., Oak Park, Ill. Dr. Gehring was founding editor of CrossAccent and a charter member of ALCM.
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Events are now being published both in the website calendar and in the monthly newsletter. Do you have an event that you'd like to include? ALCM members should log in and follow the link on the main members area page. Non-members should send event details to office@alcm.org for consideration.
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St. James Music Press is offering a grant to a church starting or revitalizing a music program. The purpose of this grant is to support new choir programs or established music ministries that are adding a new element by offering resources and professional support.
Elements awarded in the grant include:
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Complimentary 1-Year Membership to St. James Music Press
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$1000 - To support ministry needs
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Quarterly program consultations with SJMP colleagues meant to help recipients maximize their SJMP membership, discuss program challenges, and celebrate/build upon program successes.
Applications must be submitted by June 30th, 2022. For complete details, visit:
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Free book offer!
ALCM member Wallace Horton is offering a complimentary copy of his book, Windows on Worship: 52 Devotional Readings for Those Who Plan, Lead, and Engage in Worshiping God to the first 25 pastors, musicians, and worship leaders who request a copy. Simply send an email to Wallace at elloorgan@verizon.net with your name, address, and church position and he will send you a copy.
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Kyries & Glorias
Kyries (prayer concerns) and Glorias (thanksgivings) are posted in the members area and on this page on the ALCM website. Kyries and Glorias for the following people have been recently posted:
Kyrie
ALCM members are invited to submit Kyries and Glorias following the link in the members area of the website. Non-members may contact the ALCM office at office@alcm.org with information for posting. |
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The next issue of In tempo will be mailed out this week. Contritubors to this issue are Aaron Christie, Mark Glaeser, Julie Grindle, Jim Hild, Royce Hubert, Thomas Keesecker, Ruth Lin, Sandra McCracken, Paul R. Otte, Nancy Raabe, Luke Tegtmeier, and Chad Winterfeldt Also included is an interview with Walter Pelz and free downloadable compositions by Thomas Keesecker and Paul Otte. Don't want to wait for your paper copy? Log in to the members area of the ALCM website to view an electronic copy. |
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LSM 2022 is June 26-July 24th @ Valparaiso University!
There are many ways to join the LSM 2022 community or encourage others to make LSM a priority:
LSM Alumni
Come and celebrate LSM's 40th anniversary with generations of alumni July 22-24, 2022 @ Valparaiso University for an Alumni Reunion! This multi-day event will provide opportunities for alumni to remember and rejoice in their LSM experience. Renew your connection to your LSM community through concerts, participation in worship, singing in the alumni choir, and interacting with LSM faculty, leadership, current students, and fellow alumni.
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Are you a congregation looking for a musician?
A musician looking for a position?
ALCM can help!
Employment resources have been developed to assist congregations in the process of searching for and hiring a musician. Presented in a step-by-step format, these resources will guide you through the entire employment process.
The ALCM job listing service connects those looking for positions in the field of church music with congregations and other institutions that have openings. By completing an online job posting form, congregations can post their positions on the ALCM website where those looking for employment may view them.
Musicians searching for a job may view posted job openings on the ALCM website, where those looking for positions can view them. Both full-time and part-time positions are listed, and new positions are added as received.
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A list of ALCM member-led
Sunday worship streams & recordings is available at:
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The Association of Lutheran Church Musicians
nurtures and equips musicians
to serve and lead the church's song.
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