Teaching Faculty

Mary Preus

Mary Preus (pictured with collaborator Tom Witt) is a singer, teacher, worship leader, and choir director with a deep passion for congregational singing. As a founding member of the group Bread for the Journey, Mary introduced, led, and taught the singing of diverse hymns and songs from the church near and far. She served as a member of the Hymnody Editorial Team for the ELCA’s Renewing Worship project. Mary is currently a guest lecturer for worship classes at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, MN. She recently retired after 30 years as music director at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Minneapolis.

SESSION DATES
  • June 23 - June 26
    TOPICS
    • Music

      Education

      Holden Village is a community where your questions are valued and encouraged. Most programs led by visiting teaching faculty occur during the summer months. However, Holden also invites faculty to teach sessions for special events and retreats throughout the rest of the year.
      Check out a list of the 2024 Summer Faculty.