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Journey in Music Ministry: Frank Jansen

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Tags: liturgy, ministry, prayer

Frank Jansen talks about how he started in music ministry for the wrong reasons but everything changed for him at a weekend retreat. He also has an important message to share for younger music ministers.

Frank Jansen is a professional musician, parish musician, music educator, and composer who has traveled the world playing piano in many different liturgical settings.

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