Introducing the 2026 NPM Chicago Board
Jeremy J. Kiolbassa, Chapter Director
Michael Ward, Director Emeritus & Communications Chair
David Bond, Secretary
Teresa Scalise, Treasurer
Leanne Storterau Hahn, Programming Chair
Mark Schmitz, Membership & Outreach Chair
Dear Friends,
Thank you to all who attended our annual banquet on Monday. It was a joyful evening of prayer and fellowship. I was to say a special word of thanks to St. Francis of Assisi Parish, both in their musical leadership and their hospitality. A special word of gratitude to Leanne Storterau-Hahn for being such a gracious host and organizing the entire evening. We began by installing our new board who have already been working behind the scenes for months. Then we were treated to an inspiring keynote by Elizabeth-Anne Stewart. Finally, we recognized Alan Hommerding as our 2026 Pastoral Musician of the Year. All in all, a great evening!
As I mentioned in my remarks, we have have exciting programming on the horizon. Details for this Sunday's chant workshop can be found here. Please bookmark our new Community Bulletin Board for all the latest musical happenings.
Gratefully,
Jeremy J. Kiolbassa
Chapter Director
NPM Chicago