Rivals or a Team?: Clergy-Musician Relationships in the Twenty-First Century

by Eileen Guenther, Paul Westermeyer (foreword)

Collaboration between clergy and musicians is vital to the ministry of the Christian church. This book explores the importance of teamwork, identifying ways in which musicians and clergy can exercise their separate roles effectively, and suggesting strategies for building supportive relationships. Including heart-felt testimonies from musicians and clergy, Guenther takes a clear-eyed look at conflict, reasons musicians leave a church, and approaches for transition when the situation just does not work any longer. This distinguished church musician and seminary professor encourages musicians and clergy to work together with mutuality and collegiality in order to fulfill the promise of their ministry. Forward by Paul Westermeyer.

Genres: Music

180 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2012

Reviews

[Thomas (Tom) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Without question the best text I've read on the relationship between the Clergy and Church music ministers. Guenther capsules the importance, the joys and sorrows of Church Ministry. This is a must read for all clergy and church musicians, music search committees, and theological/seminary classes.