Music Ministries

Prince of Peace celebrates the musical talents of our members and provides outlets for these abilities.

Prince of Peace has a wide range of musical ensembles that welcome children and adult singers and instrumentalists.

Music is a meaningful expression of the scriptures and theologies of the church. Through our music we can reflect on and “live” those texts in new and exciting ways.

From the music of Martin Luther and J. S. Bach to current composers, the Lutheran Church has welcomed music that reflects the thoughts and beliefs of the church.

Through music, God’s spirit “lives” in all of us. We all have our favorite hymns and styles of music, but new musical pieces are constantly being created as people explore new ways to experience the Word. Through these new pieces we are given the opportunity to have new favorites.

MUSIC OPPORTUNITIES AT PRINCE OF PEACE:

Chancel Choir

Singers	Adults and High School Youth, all voices welcome.
Director	Kathy Tunseth, 651-484-4144
Sings at worship	Three Sundays per month
Rehearsals	Wednesday evenings, from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. (Nursery available for Choir members from 7:20 to practice end.)
Commitment	Singers can commit to one or more terms: Fall: September – December Winter: January – March Spring: April – May

Bells of Peace Hand Bell Choir

Ringers	Adults and High School Youth, no ringing experience necessary but must be able to read music.
Director	Kathy Tunseth, 651-484-4144
Rehearsals	Wednesday evenings, from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Rings at worship	One Sunday per month

Alleluia Choir

Singers	Preschool through Grade 2
Directors	Laurel Cederberg and Liz Ericksen
Class Times	Sundays 9:30 a.m. during Education Hour
Purpose	An opportunity for youngest voices to have fun singing together.
Contact	Any Children’s Ministry Leader

Joyful Noise! Children’s Choir

Singers	Grades 3 through 6
Director	Melissa Burke
Rehearsals	Sundays 9:30 a.m. during Education Hour in the 3rd/4th grade Sunday school room
Sings at worship	Approximately once a month.
Contact	Melissa Burke at 651-387-9277

Lightshine Choir — Jr./Sr. High

Singers	Grades 7 through 12
Director	Milt Warkentien, 651-635-9834
Rehearsals	Wednesdays 7:00 p.m.
Sings at worship	Once a month

Instrumental Ensembles – Brass, Percussion, Strings, and Woodwinds

Instrumentalists	4th Grade — Adults
Director & Contact	Milt Warkentien, 651-635-9834
Rehearsals	Usually Wednesday 7:15 p.m.
Plays at worship	Once a month

Worship Team – Helps Lead the Band-led Worship Services

Singers and Instrumentalists	Middle School through Adults
Director	Milt Warkentien, 651-635-9834
Rehearsals	Wednesday Evenings or Saturday mornings
Leads worship	Once a month

Music News

Who is My Neighbor? – Reflections from Milt

Jul 7, 2019

Who Is My Neighbor? I hope you've enjoyed this series as it has really made me think about things. When I think about neighbors I usually think locally; so to think globally stretches my understanding of neighbors. It's really amazing to me how things have changed...

OK’s Host “Amy and Adams”

Apr 29, 2019

The Older Kids’ program will be with “Amy and Adams–a Married Couple Duo,” performing a blend of folk rock, Tin Pan Alley, and bluegrass. The couple plays guitar, ukulele, and mandolin. Make your reservation by May 6 for Thursday, May 9.