Mourning the loss of Melva Costen
![Former visiting professor of liturgical studies, Melva Costen](/sites/default/files/styles/max_width_320/public/2023-09/melvacosten_livinghistory_cropped_1800w-500x333.jpg?itok=862hRPBR)
The ISM community was saddened to learn of the recent death of former visiting professor of liturgical studies, Melva Costen. Melva was very involved in the ISM before the fellowship program formally existed. Known as a leading voice in church worship and song, she will be deeply missed. Read her obituary.