And David spake to the chief of the Levites to appoint their brethren to be the singers with instruments of musick, psalteries and harps and cymbals, sounding, by lifting up the voice with joy. 1 Chronicles 15:16

Music Ministry Mission, Purpose and Vision Statement

The Music Ministry purpose is to enhance the most pure spirit that dwells within the heart of man for the awesome and matchless love of Jesus the Christ. Our mission is to inspire, encourage, train, and direct those whom God has called into the music ministry with a spirit of service, excellence, sensitivity, purity, humility and strength. The ministry strives for excellence at all times and is forever reminded that the focus is all about “Thee” and not about me. Each time we stand to minister whether it be through song, dance, mime, step or drama we minister with our whole heart and mind focused on our Savior.
THE ARTISTRY OF MUSIC IN WORSHIP AT NJBC

CORE VALUES: WORSHIP
The glory of God is our center. In worship we gather to adore and celebrate Jesus Christ, our living King. He is the primary audience who promises to gather with his people to receive their praise, thanksgiving, repentance, and devotion.

This is why we endeavor to offer a kind of worship that is fitting for an all-powerful, risen King: majestic, earnest, sincere, and joyful.

STRATEGY FOR MINISTRY: WORSHIP
NJBC is committed to worship that is God-centered, Christ-exalting, and Word-focused. Thus we strive for worship that encourages reverence, joy and intimacy. Reverence and awe do not exclude the expression of joy and emotion. True worship will engage the whole person, mind and emotions, resulting in renewed passion for Christ. We express our connection to the past and our relation to the present through musical diversity and the use of historic creeds and confessions.

RATIONALE FOR USING THE ART OF MUSIC IN WORSHIP
• God is the source of beauty and truth
• God has created us in His image for His glory
• As image bearers, we have been gifted with both the need and the ability for creativity
• When we express beauty and truth our creativity gives glory to God
• We seek to give glory to God in worship by expressing our creativity through the ministries of music, the spoken and written word, and the visual arts
MUSIC MINISTRY VISION STATEMENT
Our vision is for the creation of an environment that encourages and enables participants to be equipped to lead the congregation in worship.

Rhythmic Sounds of New Jerusalem (11am) – Adrian M. Cunningham
Voices of New Jerusalem (8am) – Pam Crumbley
Praise & Worship Team – Adrian Cunningham
Youth Praise & Worship Team – Adrian Cunningham
Youth Choir – (13-17) –  Joey Styles
Buds of Promise – (2-12) – Joey Styles & Israelia Brown