Author Archives: Matt

Starting a new position May 1, 2019 as Director of Music at Kingwood United Methodist Church has been fun and exciting. The staff, congregation and the ensembles have been warm and friendly to me. And, it’s been an easier time starting at the end of a year, too, with a few less ensembles to meet.Continue reading “A Time to Study and Renew”

As we are on a break for the summer, I wanted to let you know that your music staff isn’t resting. We are busy preparing for what will be an extraordinary Fall season of choral music at Kingwood United Methodist Church. I have many things in mind for the coming year. I can’t wait toContinue reading “KUMC Chancel Choir: Announcing Fall Major Work”

On June 30, our Chancel Choir sang a final time until we reconvene in August. In July, it is customary for the choir to take leave from singing as a group on Sunday mornings. They normally sing at two of our three traditional worship services. During this hiatus, we utilize an array of soloists andContinue reading “July: Let the Preparation Begin”

For those that have arrived recently to United Methodism, the current state of conflict in the United Methodist Church may only be of peripheral concern. I can certainly understand that. Much like our federal government, what we see before us in social media and television can be uncomfortable and painful. It can seem to takeContinue reading “Ties That Bind: A Service of Prayer”

Tumekuja Kuimba One of the joys of living in Houston is our diverse community. Within five minutes of my house I can dine on any cuisine I wish. My neighborhood is a tapestry of peoples from many corners of the world. It’s truly wonderful. Our Sunday worship services are just as diverse. Singing the songs ofContinue reading “Choir Retreat: Tumekuja Kuimba (We Have Come to Sing)”