First United Methodist Church welcomed worship music leader John Peccarelli earlier this year.
The First United Methodist Church of Blairstown welcomed John Peccarelli as their new worship music leader in January.
Peccarelli grew up in Nutley, N.J., and began to study piano at a young age. By the time he completed high school, he had added guitar, violin, trumpet, tuba, mandolin and voice to his musical pursuits.
John Peccarelli (courtesy photo)He attended Montclair State University, where he received bachelor's and master's degrees in music education, and after graduation, began his career as a music teacher for Abundant Life Academy.
John has spent the past 22 years with the Edison Township school district, where he has taught both vocal and instrumental music, as well as composition.
He is a member of the New Jersey Music Educators Association and serves as a judge for their annual Young Composer's Competition.
At the age of 21, Peccarelli became involved with music ministry. He has written praise songs that have been performed and heard both locally and abroad.
Musicians and vocalists are invited to come be a part of the new music ministry at First United Methodist Church. Rehearsals are on Sunday mornings at 8 a.m., and worship is at 10 a.m.