We’re headed home to Washington, DC! Join us for the 50th anniversary of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians…

As we contemplate a potential name change for NPM, we invite all active members to one of two Town Hall meetings. We want to engage in further dialogue, in the spirit of the synodal process...

The 2026-2027 NPM Academic Scholarship Application is now open! This year NPM will offer multiple academic scholarships in both undergraduate and graduate studies pertaining to sacred music. Eligibility Requirements Must have an active NPM...

The National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM) recognizes that generative AI is a rapidly developing technology that is becoming increasingly accessible to organizations of all sizes. These tools can be used to generate text,...

Hotline is a service provided by the Membership Department at the National Office.  Listings include churches seeking staff, and occasionally church music supplies or products for sale. Other useful information: instruments in use (pipe or...

NPM is pleased to share its 2025 Annual Report with its members. The 2025 Annual Report is also available in the April edition of Pastoral Music Magazine. Questions about the Annual Report can be sent...

This year NPM recognizes one exemplary NPM chapter as Chapter of the Year. The Membership Forum accepts nominations and determines which chapter will receive this recognition. Anyone associated with the ministry of pastoral music...

Women’s History Month: Honoring Women in the Church Today During the month of March we celebrate the women that shape us and love us into being. Those who fight against the injustices of our...

The 2026 Convention brochure is now live! Click here to view the PDF.