Honoring Excellence in Ministry: Joann Kearney Jones

Joann Kearney Jones was recognized for her Excellence in Ministry by her church, Second Baptist Church (West End). Joann is a gifted singer and Choir Director at her church where she is known for her ability to sing any of the “old-time” songs and get the audience involved. Her church says, “You name it, she can sing it – – and we have been blessed to have her share her gifts with our children and youth.” She currently co-directs the Children’s Choir with Andrea Long Wimbush. For many years the two women have taken the children and youth to the National Gospel Music Workshop of America. At Second Baptist she is also a member of the Praise Team, the Mass Choir, and The Voices of Praise. Her church says they are blessed to honor Joann and Andrea Long Wimbush for their collaboration in working “toward the common goal of assuring that Second Baptist has a strong and enduring Children’s Choir and Music Ministry.”