Sacred music as a witness and an instrument has several roles within the life of the church. Music helps prepare us for the worship experience. Whether it is a soft organ prelude, a meditative anthem or an uplifting hymn, music helps us worship with the full extent of our emotional spectrum. Worship is the fundamental role of church music, but not the only one. Through church music, Christians learn theology and doctrine.
Many people enter the church for the first time through the music program.
Though serving in a less obvious role, music as a tool for fellowship is no less sacred. Music is powerful. Sacred music is even more powerful because of the message it conveys and the personal faith experienced and expressed.