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Metropolitan Music Ministries

PURPOSE AND RECORD: Metropolitan Music Ministries is a Christian service of volunteers committed to sharing the gifts of music with our community for the glory of God by : Awarding scholarships to aspiring church musicians and music therapists Presenting programs of music and devotionals Over these nineteen years MMM has presented 7400 Programs or services. Around 327,000 people have attended these programs, offered in a variety of settings, including nursing homes, retirement and rehabilitation centers, hospitals, shelters, and prisons. Twenty-four scholarships have been given.
		HISTORY: The ministry was founded by Rebecca Echerd, Martha Iley, and Catherine Stout in 1984 who, after years of individual performances at nursing homes, realized a dream -- channeling artistic skills and Christian commitment to community needs. A special ministry evolved, combining the magic of music and its near-universal appeal with the caring presence of persons willing to share the comforting, enabling, and uplifting aspects of their faith.
Marth Iley, Chairman of the Board
PARTICIPANTS: A 14-member Board of Directors with 4 advisors guides the organization and performs administrative duties. A dedicated staff directs and develops the network of volunteer musicians, clergy and lay people who minister to the community through musical presentations and chapel services.		Metropolitan Music Ministries PO Box 221231 Charlotte, NC 28220-1231 Phone:(704) 529-1616 Fax: (704) 529-0256
		PUBLICATIONS: Newsletter, Grace Notes, Spring and Fall Bi-Annual Report (Donors and Financial Statement) Annual Cumulative Record of Service in Community Outreach
FINANCIAL SUPPORT: Ministry needs are met through contributions by individuals and some churches. Since all of the work is done by volunteers, operational costs are kept to a minimum. A capital campaign is underway to expand and endow the scholarship program.		SPECIAL PROJECTS: Annual Service in Celebration of Music Monthly Prayer Luncheons Choral Music Lending Library for Churches Scholarships for Aspiring Church Musicians and Music Therapists

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