Testimonials and References
What an awesome "gift" to have Mia as our guest speaker for our church's VERY FIRST Women's Retreat this past September. From the moment Mia's plane touched down and we met her at the curb, there was an automatic connection to her as a sister in the Lord. Mia has a sweet spirit, and her smile shines of God's love. Our retreat hosted 70 women, and she fit right in and became "one of us".
Mia took time to sit with as many women as she could, and talk with them and listen as they shared their story. Mia ministered the Word thru her testimony, teachings, and her beautiful voice, accompanied by her playing the keyboard. Mia ushered in the presence of the Lord, and our hearts were full of His love. It's almost a month since our retreat, and women are still talking of that weekend. We look forward to hopefully seeing Mia again in the year(s) to come. She is a joy! - Deb Sommers, Unity Community Church, Women's Retreat Team, Pittsburgh, PA
"There really are no words to adequately describe Mia's beautiful soul. She's magnetic and is able to reach and relate to her audience in such a way that they see Christ in her and are drawn closer to Him. She's real, she's raw, and she's amazing. Our attendees request her year after year because they have grown to love her. She has an amazing gift of connecting with people in a way that touches deeply and lights a fire witin their heart to know Christ better." –Mandy Pagano, Co-Founder of the Authentic Women's Conference, Belle Vernon, PA and creator of She Heard.
"The very first time I saw Mia leading worship, I thought...this woman really loves the Lord and has a hunger to praise Him. Now, after having many opportunities to worship and pray with Mia, I can affirm that my original thought was on target. Her worship comes from a deep personal relationship with Jesus and a passion that is contagious to those who are worshiping."–Trish Karpurk, Director of Celebrate Recovery, Christ Church, Phoenix, AZ
"We were blessed to have Mia come and be part of our Celebrate Recovery. She jumped in and played with our band for the opening set and then took over for a night of heartfelt worship, sharing, testimony and encouragement. She really created an atmosphere of contemplation, about God and how He’s working in us through the trial of recovery. I’d have her back in a heartbeat!" –Tom Boehne, Pastor of Recovery, The Compass Church, Naperville, IL
“Mia, what a joy, blessing and privilege it was to have you once again leading worship at our women’s prayer retreat! Your sensitivity to the Lord in song selection, sharing your heart and relating naturally to the women led each one of us into the very Holy of Holies. Your worship style and heart for the Lord set the perfect tone for our prayer activities and lessons in the Word. I hope you’ll consider coming back again and again!” – Janet Drez, Women’s Ministry Director, Arizona Community Church and currently with Ministry of Casa de Vida/Octopus Faith
"Mia has an amazing ability to connect others to the heart of worship. Her testimony of God's overwhelming grace and mercy is reflected through her life and music in a way that is refreshing and unique." – Nathan Fisher, Director of Worship Ministries, Cross Lutheran Church, Yorkville, IL
"Mia's music is like a breath of fresh air. Her love for her Savior is so apparent as she leads worship here at Christ Church and around the Valley. God has uniquely gifted her to lead believers into His holy presence." – Pastor Dave Schmidt, Christ Church-Lutheran, Phoenix, AZ
"If you don't know what to say / say God is good" If ever a voice, lyrics, and music came together more perfectly to praise God than Mia Koehne in her new album ...Already in Progress, we certainly can't think of it while listening to her gorgeous music. "Mia's life story is a compelling story of sin, surrender, sanctification, and song" and all of this is evident in her lyrics. Each line gives praise to God. Her soulful voice pays wonderful homage to her Savior and beautifully illustrates the pain and beauty of life. Mia was wise to keep her music simple but deep. It perfectly complements the worship she gives God and moves the heart with every single listen. Where many Christian contemporary albums today are over-produced, leaving you wondering if the singer can really sing at all, Mia's voice shines through in every song, especially "Rags." This song is positively heartrending and beautiful. For a fantastic musical journey, pick up Mia Koehne's new album. You won't regret it!— Variance Magazine
"Hands raised in worship of our Holy God, meaningful, heart-felt lyrics, pain and redemption, and JOY. When Mia leads one of our services, her personal act of worship is infectious and one can't help but desire to grow closer to God through song and prayer. God is using Mia to touch lives, to share His powerful love, and bring us closer to Him through the act of worship." – Amy Gill, Graphic Designer & Magazine Editor, Phoenix, AZ
Mia took time to sit with as many women as she could, and talk with them and listen as they shared their story. Mia ministered the Word thru her testimony, teachings, and her beautiful voice, accompanied by her playing the keyboard. Mia ushered in the presence of the Lord, and our hearts were full of His love. It's almost a month since our retreat, and women are still talking of that weekend. We look forward to hopefully seeing Mia again in the year(s) to come. She is a joy! - Deb Sommers, Unity Community Church, Women's Retreat Team, Pittsburgh, PA
"There really are no words to adequately describe Mia's beautiful soul. She's magnetic and is able to reach and relate to her audience in such a way that they see Christ in her and are drawn closer to Him. She's real, she's raw, and she's amazing. Our attendees request her year after year because they have grown to love her. She has an amazing gift of connecting with people in a way that touches deeply and lights a fire witin their heart to know Christ better." –Mandy Pagano, Co-Founder of the Authentic Women's Conference, Belle Vernon, PA and creator of She Heard.
"The very first time I saw Mia leading worship, I thought...this woman really loves the Lord and has a hunger to praise Him. Now, after having many opportunities to worship and pray with Mia, I can affirm that my original thought was on target. Her worship comes from a deep personal relationship with Jesus and a passion that is contagious to those who are worshiping."–Trish Karpurk, Director of Celebrate Recovery, Christ Church, Phoenix, AZ
"We were blessed to have Mia come and be part of our Celebrate Recovery. She jumped in and played with our band for the opening set and then took over for a night of heartfelt worship, sharing, testimony and encouragement. She really created an atmosphere of contemplation, about God and how He’s working in us through the trial of recovery. I’d have her back in a heartbeat!" –Tom Boehne, Pastor of Recovery, The Compass Church, Naperville, IL
“Mia, what a joy, blessing and privilege it was to have you once again leading worship at our women’s prayer retreat! Your sensitivity to the Lord in song selection, sharing your heart and relating naturally to the women led each one of us into the very Holy of Holies. Your worship style and heart for the Lord set the perfect tone for our prayer activities and lessons in the Word. I hope you’ll consider coming back again and again!” – Janet Drez, Women’s Ministry Director, Arizona Community Church and currently with Ministry of Casa de Vida/Octopus Faith
"Mia has an amazing ability to connect others to the heart of worship. Her testimony of God's overwhelming grace and mercy is reflected through her life and music in a way that is refreshing and unique." – Nathan Fisher, Director of Worship Ministries, Cross Lutheran Church, Yorkville, IL
"Mia's music is like a breath of fresh air. Her love for her Savior is so apparent as she leads worship here at Christ Church and around the Valley. God has uniquely gifted her to lead believers into His holy presence." – Pastor Dave Schmidt, Christ Church-Lutheran, Phoenix, AZ
"If you don't know what to say / say God is good" If ever a voice, lyrics, and music came together more perfectly to praise God than Mia Koehne in her new album ...Already in Progress, we certainly can't think of it while listening to her gorgeous music. "Mia's life story is a compelling story of sin, surrender, sanctification, and song" and all of this is evident in her lyrics. Each line gives praise to God. Her soulful voice pays wonderful homage to her Savior and beautifully illustrates the pain and beauty of life. Mia was wise to keep her music simple but deep. It perfectly complements the worship she gives God and moves the heart with every single listen. Where many Christian contemporary albums today are over-produced, leaving you wondering if the singer can really sing at all, Mia's voice shines through in every song, especially "Rags." This song is positively heartrending and beautiful. For a fantastic musical journey, pick up Mia Koehne's new album. You won't regret it!— Variance Magazine
"Hands raised in worship of our Holy God, meaningful, heart-felt lyrics, pain and redemption, and JOY. When Mia leads one of our services, her personal act of worship is infectious and one can't help but desire to grow closer to God through song and prayer. God is using Mia to touch lives, to share His powerful love, and bring us closer to Him through the act of worship." – Amy Gill, Graphic Designer & Magazine Editor, Phoenix, AZ