A Joyful Noise in the Delta: MCCML 2026 Recap
Marjorie and Matt discuss conference programming at Nativity Greenwood
51st Annual Mississippi Conference on Music and Liturgy
O Splendor of God's Glory Bright
July 20–25, 2026 | Greenwood, Mississippi
The 51st Annual Mississippi Conference on Music and Liturgy has come to a close, and what a week it was! From the Opening Eucharist on Monday evening to the Closing Eucharist on Saturday morning, the Delta resounded with the music of praise.
Hosted by the Episcopal Church of the Nativity in Greenwood, this year's conference brought together musicians, clergy, and liturgists from across the Diocese and beyond for a week of inspiring choral music, worship, learning, and fellowship.
A Week of Music and Worship
Under the direction of our distinguished faculty, Brad Hughley, Marjorie Johnston, and The Rev. Joseph O. Robinson, the conference choir rehearsed daily and led beautiful services throughout the week.
Highlights included:
Opening Eucharist – Monday, July 20 at Church of the Nativity
Daily Morning Prayer and Rehearsals
Evensong – Thursday, July 23 at St. James' Episcopal Church, Greenville
Rose Hill Cabaret – Friday, July 24
Closing Eucharist – Saturday, July 25 at Church of the Nativity
Recordings
Recordings of our public liturgies are now available. We are grateful to John Whitmer for his work capturing the music of our week together.
Evensong at St. James' Episcopal Church, Greenville
Thursday, July 23, 2026 | 5:00 PM
Preces and Responses by Peter Nardone | Psalm 50 by George T. Thalben-Ball | Magnificat and Nunc dimittis by Bryan Kelly | Anthems by Craig Phillips and Will Todd | Closing Voluntary by Malcolm Archer
Closing Eucharist at Church of the Nativity, Greenwood
Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 10:30 AM
Music by Robert Powell, Calvin Hampton, and Mily Balakirev | Sermon by The Rev. Joseph O. Robinson | Closing Voluntary by Malcolm Archer
Conference Photos
Thank you to John Whitmer for capturing the spirit of our week together, and to Debbe Tillman for her wonderful candid shots.
Group Portraits
Conference Choir at Church of the Nativity, Greenwood
Conference Choir at St. James' Episcopal Church, Greenville
Moments from rehearsals, fellowship, the Rose Hill Cabaret, and more.
Gratitude
We are deeply grateful to:
The Rev. Don Chancellor and the people of the Episcopal Church of the Nativity for their extraordinary hospitality
The Very Rev. Brandt Dick and the people of St. James' Episcopal Church, Greenville for hosting our Evensong
Our faculty – Brad Hughley, Marjorie Johnston, and The Rev. Joseph O. Robinson – for their leadership and inspiration
Our conference leadership – Dr. Jeff McLelland and David O'Steen, Co-Directors
Kipp Gill and Jeff McLelland for their accompaniment and support
David Williamson for his hospitality and hosting
The St. Lawrence Guild Cooking Ministry of St. John's, Laurel for their wonderful meals
Lois Fyfe Music Co. for providing our music
John Whitmer for recording and photography
Debbe Tillman for her video footage
Alicia Dallas for her work as webmaster
And to every conferee who traveled from near and far to join us – thank you for making this week so special
Conference Book
The 2026 conference book containing all liturgies, hymns, and service music is still available for download.
Share Your Feedback
We'd love to hear about your experience at MCCML 2026! Your feedback helps us plan an even better conference in 2027. Please take a few minutes to complete our post-conference questionnaire.
Looking Ahead to 2027
The 52nd Annual Mississippi Conference on Music and Liturgy is already in the works! Dates and location will be announced soon.
With gratitude,
Your MCCML Planning Team
