"Matthew Baute's stories, songs and words of wisdom offer food and sustenance for the journey. His songs of hope and encouragement enrich personal prayer and they can easily be woven with scripture to develop contemplative communal ritual experiences."
  —Sr. Edith Prendergast, RSC, Director of Religious Education, Archdiocese of Los Angeles

"We immensely enjoyed Matthew's music. He touched us all through his music and his love for our faith and the Lord. We really look forward to hearing from and seeing Matthew at upcoming events."
  —Tom Meyer, Holy Redeemer Church (Webster Groves, MO) — Prayer Concert

"I am at a loss for words and believe me, it takes a lot to do that (smile)! Wow! Listening to you brought tears to my eyes, peace and love to my heart." —Catherine, a listener from Trinidad

"All of us here at World Library Publications were touched deeply when we first encountered Matthew and his music. We knew that our mission to support the Church by providing the very best in Catholic music and arts ministry would continue to be represented through Matthew."
  —Mary Prete, General Manager, WLP

"Matthew’s music speaks directly to my heart. He is a deeply spiritual soul, and this spirituality comes through beautifully in his music. Even if you are not particularly in the mood for prayer or reflection, Matthew will bring you to that point in a matter of moments after listening to his prayerful pleas to our Lord and His Blessed Mother."
  —Vanessa Keck, Our Sorrowful Mother's Ministry (Vandalia, IL)

"Matthew has a generous heart and peaceful presence as he shares his gift of music. His main desire is to draw others closer to Christ. Whether it is Eucharistic adoration, a youth rally, or Mass, Matthew leads people in worship and lifts their hearts through the gift of song."
  —Sister M. Consolata Crews, FSGM, Director, Office of Youth Ministry (Archdiocese of St. Louis)

"I received your CD yesterday on the solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. In honor of the solemnity, the first song I played was 'Sacred Heart Song.' Beautiful and prayerful. Congratulations on 'Hold Me, Lord' as a present to the Church. May your joy be experienced by all your listeners."
  —Br. Chaminade Crabtree, OCSO, Monastery of the Holy Spirit (Conyers, GA)

"Matthew Baute is an amazing man whose deep love, faith, and commitment to Christ are evident to everyone he meets and through everything he does. His musical talents are exceptional and diverse, and though he is very mature in faith, he still retains a child-like faith and trust in God. Whether he is doing music at Mass or in some other venue, I know that when Matthew is there, he always maintains the highest degree of professionalism, exceptional quality, and a prayerful spirit."
  —Paul Masek, REAP Team (Archdiocese of St. Louis)

"All energy expended that evening was to glorify God. Every melodic note, every musical phrase, each spoken word brought the attention from the God given gifts and talents they were blessed with, to His presence before us all, in the exposed Sacrament."
  —Art Casolari, Saint Sabina Parish (Florissant, MO) — Eucharistic Adoration Service

"Matthew Baute is a gifted, inspiring man of God. His warm smile, beautiful voice, and pure love radiates through everything he does. I have come to a greater love and understanding of Jesus through his music ministry. His songs tell of God's beauty in ways that any young person could understand. Anyone who comes across the privilege of worshiping God with Matthew and his music is most privileged."
  —Ashley Barnett, college student and inspirational speaker (Steubenville, OH)