The Vision
At the heart of cjm|music’s mission and vision is a commitment to resourcing pastoral musicians, litrugical ministers, worship leaders, teachers and catechists; engaging the skills of young people and to serving the church through the ministry of music and liturgy.
We live in a time of great change and opportunity. The Second Vatican Council set in motion a process of liturgical renewal that is still working itself out in the Church today.
cjm|music stands wthin in this tradition, firmly committed to being actively involved in this process of continuing liturgical renewal, in the hope that ”those who approached the Liturgy with faith can take part fully aware of what they are doing, actively engaged in the rite and enriched by its effects”
(Sacrosanctum Concillium)
WORKING IN SCHOOLS
For many young people, their only regular experience of church is collective worship at school. Members of the cjm|music’s team have design the Big Sing Liturgy Thing as a feast of music, song, prayer, dance & liturgy. The format is borne out of more than 10 years’ experience leading music and liturgy in a variety of settings, with people of all ages. more>>
INSET & WORKSHOPS
In Service Training days and Workshops are becoming an increasingly significant aspect of the work ofcjm|music. The courses try to deliver new music, Church teaching and practical ideas that will help teachers, pastoral musicians and others to nuture and enrich the liturgical experience of their own worshipping communities.
CONCERTS & PERFORMANCES
Whether performing as a duo, or with their full band and youth chorus, Boyce & Stanley are “consummate performers and bring an enthusiasm which can excite and inspire their audience”. From parish hall, to civic hall, their concerts are prayerful, uplifting and fun all at the same and suitable for all ages.
PLANNING & ANIMATING LITURGIES
Increasingly, cjm|music are invited to plan and animate the liturgies for large gatherings, conferences and residential events. The skill of Jo Boyce and Mike Stanley as our principle providers is in their ability to lead worship in a way that draws in even the most reluctant participant. Liturgies are tailored to fit in with conference themes, the age group of the gathering
