Joyful Melody Trio
Welcome!
Southern Gospel Music Ministry
Announcing new contralto vocalist, Karen Rowan!
Cari Blum – Alto
Karen Rowan – Contralto
Colleen Durocher – Soprano
Established: 1996
Located: Barrhead, Alberta, Canada
Contact: joyfulmelodytrio@gmail.com
"I truly cannot find the words to express our thanks and appreciation for your 'excellent' performance & promotion you did last night at our banquet! You are the best!!! You were the 'cake' AND the 'icing on the cake' last night! I bet you have never been called that before! We had many comments on your excellent entertainment. You have a unique way of tying your music to the theme of the events! You are quite a team and complement each other very well. Keep up the fine work!"
Tim Doering, ShareWord Global, October 30, 2024
Nominated for Southern Gospel Music Album of the Year, 2006.
About the Trio...
Joyful Melody Trio is one of Alberta's few Southern Gospel music ministries. A pastor's wife and two farmer's daughters joined together in word and song. They understand the importance of spreading a commitment of excellence and clear communication of the Gospel in word and song. This has become a defining characteristic as they encourage and lead their audiences to reach out and touch Jesus. They strive to ensure words are clearly heard and understood with the Gospel message.
Their message is toured extensively across Western and Central Canada. This music ministry reaches hundreds through concerts from church platforms to other venue stages; from charity organizations to prison chapels; singing to groups of all sizes, all ages, any day of the year. These ladies are dedicated to God and family.
God has given them a forum to share God's faithfulness and overwhelming hope as God still performs miracles today and illustrates how parayer can change lives and circumstances. The powerful combination of story and song will leave your toes tapping and your heart rejoicing.
Women's ministries and conference topics include "Designed By God for the Seasons of Life", which is designed for single or multiple day application. Christmas, Easter and Valentine Day programs emphasize the true meaning of each occasion. They partner regularly with ShareWord Global, Wycliffe, Cowboy Churches and Rodeo Ministries, fund-raising events and campaigns, adults with disabilities, gospel jamborees, senior facilities and monthly senior ministry events, and pulpit cover for different denominations.
The Trio has been blessed to produce multiple studio recordings, including classic southern gospel, hymns, original song and arrangements, which affirm their commitment to this calling.
Cari Blum
Manager, Alto
Cari grew up listening to Southern Gospel music in her parent's home. Since the group's inception in 1996, Cari is the only remaining original member as she continues to oversee the music, programming and perform the daily tasks required to keep the ministry on the road. Her love of music began in early childhood when she accepted Jesus into her life at 8 years of age. As a wife, mother and grandmother, alongside her business duties for her husband's family business and farm, Cari pursues her passion for people through Christ with her dedication towards ministry in word and song. "I believe we are God's hands and feet on this earth, and everyday we must give Him our best effort as we strive to carry out His will and purpose." Matt. 24:42
Colleen Durocher
Soprano
Colleen grew up on a farm in Barrhead County and now makes Morinville, Alberta her home. Colleen has always had a passion for music. She started singing duets with her sister accompanied by their mother on the piano. Her musical interests grew with piano lessons, playing instruments in the school band program, plus singing and playing in the church. She joined Joyful Melody Trio in the fall of 2002, and her musical journey continues with the love and support of her family. Colleen is fascinated by how God miraculously works through music, to speak to our hearts and minds. She considers it a joy and privilege to share about God's salvation and greatness. Her scripture to live by is Proverbs 3:5-6.
Karen Rowan
Contralto
Born in Edmonton, Karen began singing and exploring harmonies at an early age, joining choirs, bands and worship teams. She married Tim and together they pastored churches in both Canada and the US, while using her talents to organize, train and lead worship teams, choirs and live musical productions. In 2006, Karen went back to her love of singing Southern Gospel harmonies and joined 'One Heart' (trio), singing at many jamborees in BC, AB, SK and WA as well as churches, events, fundraisers and prisons. Retirement in 2021 brought Karen and Tim back to Alberta to be close to their daughter and grandson. Connecting with Colleen at church brought Karen to Joyful Melody Trio in September 2024. “So that with one mind and one voice we may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 15
Recordings
The Wonder of Christmas
(Our Christmas presentation on one project)
We believe the wonder of Christmas proves that God is a promise keeping God. God said he would send a Deliverer… and He did. Matthew 1:21. No wonder Christmas is the “Season of Joy”.
May the presence and power of God, the joy and wonder, His blessings and His love; the Promise of Christmas be yours through the years to come.
A wonder-filled life is yours, when you know the Christ of Christmas.
Our Strength And Song
Music has the power to motivate, encourage and inspire people as it lifts our spirits by reminding us of God’s faithfulness.
The underlying message in our ministry and layered within this recording remains, “Never give up on God, because He will never give up on you.”
We have unwaveringly felt His strength and joyfully sing songs that celebrate God’s help in our times of need. Join us as we sing songs and hymns of joy, which raise our eyes from challenging circumstances, allowing us to face victory and see the power and breathtaking presence of the Lord.
We are reminded daily – He is our strength, our song and our salvation.
May we always strive to give all of our heart, soul, mind and strength to following Jesus Christ! Isaiah 12:2, our hymn of praise, “I will trust and not be afraid, for the Lord Jehovah is my strength and my song”.
In Word and Song
“Joy, joy, joy!” May you experience resurrection deep inside and the joy that only Christ can give as you reflect over the words of the songs on this recording. 1 Corinthians 15 ties this entire project together beautifully. Salvation is a wonderful gift. Forgiveness and eternal life come to us only by grace and through faith in Christ.
Ephesians 2:8-10 NLT
“God saved you by His grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things He planned for us long ago.” I have New Life, for that, I choose to rejoice today!
Psalm 118:14 NLT
“The Lord is my strength and my song; He has given me victory.”
“Victory In Jesus … He Lives Within My Heart!”
The secret to abundant life is a close relationship with God as we follow the truths of Scripture. Seeing God in the Bible requires a willingness to do the will of God. Only in surrender do we have assurance that God will let us see the truth about Christ in our present circumstances. Read 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. Hide His word in your heart. May God richly bless you.
The Promise of Prayer
Hebrews 10:23
“Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful.”
Lord, we look to You each day for everything we need; direction, wisdom and hope. Thank you for your continued faithfulness as you answer our prayers and grant our hearts’ desires as we promise to fulfill Your purpose.
Matthew 18:19, 20 “Again I say to you , that if two of you agree on earth about anything that they may ask, it shall be done for them by My Father who is in heaven.”
Psalm 20:4, 5 “May He grant you your heart’s desire and fulfill all your plans. May there be shouts of joy when we hear the news of your victory, flags flying with praise to God for all that He has done for you.”
May He answer all your prayers! Lord, let us not “limit” our prayers. Help us to ask big, pray big, because Your word promises power through prayer.
Ephesians 3:20 “Now Glory be to God who by His mighty power at work within us is able to do far more than we would ever dare to ask or even dream of – infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts or hopes.”
As you pray fervently and faithfully, you will experience many astounding and affirmative answers. So Pray On! May you embrace the power of prayer and always carry the promises of God in your heart.
The Lord Is My Light
Matthew 5:14-16 NLT “You are the light of the world – like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.”
God has called us into a world of darkness to be light. He has called us to make a difference and change the world for the better. Help us Lord to be a light as we strive to be a mirror image of You.
John 8:12 NIV Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”
Get in Touch!
For all Joyful Melody Trio inquiries please contact:
Cari Blum By Telephone or Fax at 780.674.6210
Albums are available on CD or USB drive. Order by texting or calling: Cari at 780-305-4963
Please make cheque or money orders payable to “Joyful Melody Trio.”
joyfulmelodytrio@gmail.com
All Products $20 CAD
Shipping and Handling $5 CAD
Write to: Cari Blum
c/o Joyful Melody Trio
R. R. 2
Barrhead, Alberta, Canada
T7N 1N3
Product Order List
Our Strength and Song $20
The Wonder of Christmas $20
The Lord Is My Light CD $20
The Power of Prayer CD $20
In Word & Song CD $20
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