Sally Messner

Sally Messner currently serves as the Director of Worship and Music at Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church and the Institute of Liturgical Studies Director of Worship at Valparaiso University. With extensive experience in music and worship leadership, Sally has held various prominent roles including Artistic Director of Elm Ensemble, where the focus is on integrating professional and amateur musicians in sacred music and creative worship. Additional positions include Director of Worship and Music at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Events Coordinator for the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians, and Director of Music at First Presbyterian Church of South Lyon. Sally's educational background includes a Master of Sacred Music in Conducting from Luther Seminary and a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance from Valparaiso University. Sally also engages in freelance work as a soprano, conductor, teacher, and editor since November 2000.