Two men sitting in a church pew, smiling, with stained glass windows in the background.
Two men sitting in a church pew, smiling, with stained glass windows in the background.

Mississippi Conference on Church Music and Liturgy

Thank You for an Inspiring Week!

The 51st Annual Mississippi Conference on Music and Liturgy has come to a close, and what a week it was! From the Opening Eucharist at Church of the Nativity to the Closing Eucharist on Saturday morning, the Delta resounded with the music of praise.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who made MCCML 2026 so memorable—our faculty, staff, volunteers, host churches, and every conferee who traveled from near and far to join us. Thank you for being part of this remarkable community.

Read the Full Recap →

2026 Conference Portrait

Relive the Moments

Whether you joined us in Greenwood or want to experience the conference from afar, we've gathered resources from our week together.

Recordings

Listen to audio recordings of Evensong at St. James' Episcopal Church, Greenville, and the Closing Eucharist at Church of the Nativity, Greenwood.

Visit the Recordings Page

Conference Book

The complete conference book, containing all liturgies, hymns, and service music from our week together, is available for download.

Download the Conference Book

Photos

View conference portraits from 2023 through 2026, along with candid moments captured throughout the week.

View Conference Portraits

About the Conference

The Mississippi Conference on Church Music and Liturgy (MCCML) is an annual gathering for musicians, clergy, and all who are passionate about worship in the Episcopal tradition. For over 50 years, we have provided a space for spiritual renewal, musical excellence, education, and community. We welcome participants from all skill levels and backgrounds—from experienced choir directors and organists to those who simply love sacred music.

Founded in 1975 by Leslie N. Casaday at St. Philip's Episcopal Church in Jackson, the conference has grown into one of the longest-running church music conferences in the Episcopal Church. Each summer, musicians and clergy from across the Diocese of Mississippi and beyond gather for a week of choral rehearsals, worship services, lectures, and fellowship.

The conference is grounded in the belief that music is not merely an adornment to worship but a vital expression of our faith. Through daily rehearsals, worship, and learning, participants are equipped to return to their home parishes with renewed energy, fresh music, and a deeper understanding of the role of music in liturgy.

What to Expect at MCCML

Whether you are a choir member, organist, clergy, seminarian, or simply someone who loves church music, you will find a warm welcome at MCCML. Our week together typically includes:

  • Under the direction of distinguished faculty, the conference choir rehearses daily in preparation for worship services. Music is selected to challenge and inspire singers of all abilities.

  • The conference centers around worship. The week includes an Opening Eucharist, Morning Prayer each day, Evensong at a host church, Compline, and a Closing Eucharist. These services are open to the public and are a highlight of the conference.

  • Faculty members lead sessions on topics such as liturgy, choral technique, organ repertoire, church leadership, and the theology of worship. These sessions provide valuable continuing education for church musicians and clergy.

  • One of the most cherished aspects of MCCML is the community. Meals are shared together, friendships are formed, and colleagues in ministry support one another. The annual Rose Hill Cabaret—our beloved talent show—is a joyful celebration of the gifts within our community.

  • Lois Fyfe Music joins us each year with an assortment of choral and organ music for participants to browse and purchase. Reading packets are available, allowing attendees to explore new music for their home parishes.

Who Should Attend?

MCCML welcomes anyone involved or interested in church music and liturgy, including:

  • Choir members and section leaders

  • Choir directors and organists

  • Clergy and seminarians

  • Composers and church musicians

  • Worship leaders and liturgists

  • Anyone who loves sacred music and wants to deepen their understanding of worship

You do not need to be a professional musician to attend. The conference is designed to be inclusive, with faculty who work with singers of all abilities. The joy is in making a "joyful noise" together in a supportive environment.

Hear from Our Conferees

What's it like to attend MCCML? Hear directly from participants in this video compilation of interviews from our week in the Delta.

A large choir of men and women practicing or singing with music sheets in a spacious hall, led by a conductor at a grand piano.
A woman in religious robes and a man in a striped shirt smiling and holding a staff, standing in front of a flower arrangement and some curtains.
A choir dressed in white robes performing on the stage of a church, with an altar decorated with flowers and a cross in the background, and people seated in pews watching the performance.
Six clergy members, five adults and one elderly woman, dressed in white vestments, standing together indoors, with a religious painting of Saint Peter in the background.
Group of eight men standing in church altar area, arms around each other, smiling at the camera.
A woman and a man standing inside a church or cathedral with ornate altars and religious decorations in the background. The woman is smiling and holding a phone, wearing a black top. The man is smiling and wearing a red jacket over a checkered shirt,
Three people standing together at a conference, wearing name tags.
Three people are gathered around a table with menus and books at an indoor event. One woman is smiling and holding a menu while the two men listen, one wearing glasses and a green T-shirt with nature-themed text and moose illustrations. The setting a
Chorus of singers in church, led by a conductor in robes, with stained glass and wooden interior.

Learn from Distinguished Leaders

Our conferences bring together some of the most respected voices in Episcopal church music and liturgy. These accomplished priests, musicians, scholars, and bishops share their wisdom and passion with our community.

A smiling man wearing glasses, a clerical collar, and a blazer sitting in front of a red patterned background.
A woman with short red hair and blue eyes wearing a clergy collar and smiling.
A smiling man in a black suit with a purple tie sitting on a wooden bench inside a church or chapel with stained glass windows.
Meet Some of Our Recent Faculty Members
Meet Some of Our Recent Faculty Members
An illustration depicting four people dressed in old-fashioned clothing, gathered around a table with a mechanical organ. One person is playing the organ while the others observe.

CANTATE QUOD CREDIMUS

“To sing what we believe.”