NPM Celebrates Black Catholic History Month

NPM celebrates the Black Catholic men and women who have shaped our faith and life in the Church, especially during the month of November. We’d also like to express particular gratitude for those who...

Coffee with Kluge: A Zoom Meeting with NPM’s Executive Director

Date/Time: November 18, 202512:00-1:00 pm ET/9:00-10:00 am PT This opportunity is an exclusive NPM membership benefit. Grab a cup of coffee and chat with NPM’s Executive Director! Grab your favorite mug and join NPM...

Webinar- The Christmas Octave: Octane and Detox

Date/Time: December 2, 20258-9:30 pm ET/5-6:30 pm PT Cost: Free for NPM members; $20 for non-members For church musicians the month of December is a whirlwind of activity, making a busy time even busier. Christmas Day brings...

Press Release: 2026 NPM Major Awards Given to Multiple Pastoral Ministers

National Association of Pastoral Musicians October 17, 2025 Press Release: 2026 NPM Major Awards Given to Multiple Pastoral Ministers The National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM) presents several awards to pastoral ministers who have...

2025 St. Cecilia Resource Available

NPM is happy to share free downloadable resources for the Memorial of St. Cecilia. It is a perfect opportunity to pause and reflect on the gifts we have been given and share with others....

The Essentials of Catholic Liturgy

Before you lead them in song, know where the liturgy is leading you. The Essentials of Catholic Liturgy: Track One Begins September 8 You are invited to begin a 6-week journey on the foundations...

2026 Convention Information

We’re headed home to Washington, DC! Join us for the 50th anniversary of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians in 2026! This year’s theme, “Forever We Will Sing,” takes its inspiration from Psalm 89....

Webinar- The Singing Assembly: A Five-Year Process for Growth and Renewal

Date/Time: September 16, 20258-9:30 pm ET/5-6:30 pm PT Cost: Free for NPM members; $20 for non-members Join Dr. Jennifer Kerr Budziak, author of the award-winning “Sowing Seeds, Bearing Fruit: A Five-Year Process to Growing a...

2024 Annual Report Now Available

NPM is pleased to share its 2024 Annual Report with its members. The 2024 Annual Report is also available in the April edition of Pastoral Music Magazine. Questions about the Annual Report can be sent...

Changes to Dual Organ Certification between NPM and AGO

Due to recent changes in their certification process, the Colleague organ exam (CAGO) will no longer be available as a dual certification between NPM andthe American Guild of Organists. Those who have already begun...