A Message from Karole Badgley, Director of Music Ministry & Tapestry Worship

“Qui bene cantat, bis orat” —“He who sings, prays twice” This quote is often associated with the Christian theologian, philosopher, and bishop, St. Augustine of Hippo (354-430). Though scholars differ on opinions as to factual evidence these words were penned or spoken by him, the theme of this statement, whoever the author, has transcended time…

A Message from Karole Badgley, Director of Music Ministry

Favorites…colors, foods, songs, places, people…consider Biblical figures…who comes to mind? Moses, John, Abraham, Ruth, Josiah?    Joe who???  With historical accounts in two separate Old Testament books—II Kings 22-23 and II Chronicles 34-35—the story of Josiah, a Judean king who reigned for 31 years—may not be a prominent name on “favorites” lists. Though a 3+ decade…

A Message from Karole Badgley, Director of Music Ministry

Everything old is new again— The Cyclical Principle As excitement continues to build for the launch of the TAPESTRY worship service this weekend at St. John’s, one question that surfaces daily is the curiosity about the music for this innovative worship experience. What exactly can worshippers expect when they attend this outdoor service? Let’s begin…