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"OUTDOOR GOSPEL FEST"
Featuring: The St. Ailbe Adult Choir and Children's Choir
A
Spirit-Filled Day With Our Wonderful Seniors
The Dove. As a Christian symbol it
was frequently used in
ancient ecclesiastical art. As a symbol of the Holy Spirit
it appears especially in representations of Our Lord symbolizing
inspiration or rather Divine guidance. (Matthew 3: 16) |
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The audience applauded the beautiful
singing
and wonderful Gospel renditions.
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On August 9, 2003, The
Choirs, Vocalists and instrumentalists combined to
present the praise of God in Gospel song to our
Senior community. Due to the
inclement weather, The Gospel Fest was held "Indoors", in the Senior Housing
Building. It was a
steamy hot, rainy day, the Choirs sang to the residents and
community members. The
singers clapped in a rhythmic tempo and their
bodies swayed from
left to right as their voices belted out some of the most
powerful gospel song's heard in a long time.
The St. Ailbe Choir's are noted
for reaching souls
through song. This Blessed day they traveled down ...way
down the road... that led to the spiritual "gospel highway
of songs" past and
present. |
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Radiating
rich clear vibrant sounds...
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The melodious
melodies from the St. Ailbe Choir makes one want to shout,
worship, clap, dance, or just sing along. This was a
such a wonderful expression
of praising God shown through our music fellowship with
the Seniors.
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A
drummer (Art Thompson, Musical Percussionist) in the corner started a low
beat...
the electric organ (Director
of Children's Choir Robert Murphy) joined in... and the St.
Ailbe Children's
Choir rose to their feet. The audience joined the singers... clapping in
time... The
angels of St Ailbe lifted their voices... in a wonderful high spirited Gospel
"Praise Song" to the Lord. The ultimate joy of this experience
for children is the sharing
of their developed talents through performing. We celebrate the spiritual growth of
the
St. Ailbe Children's Choir. The
Children’s Choir are St. Ailbe's little musical
ambassadors.
Under the musical direction of Robert
Murphy, their popularity has grown to the point that
they have been invited to sing all over
the
state.
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Singing from
the Heart!
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St Ailbe
Gospel Singers sang with bright spirit and their
God inspired voices
were a blessing to each listener.
The beauty of their voices held the audience
(in this picture) for one
moment in what appeared to be... "suspended spiritual
thought". Afterward the audience gave a standing
ovation. The songs were
sung with such depth of
tone and quality, that one almost felt, that some part
of each song, could reach out to someone ... and guide
them to the feet of
Christ Our Savior. |
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It
was a memorable afternoon. The Choir
sang good gospel music! There was
"go to
church down home singing", from the beginning to end! There were bright
bouncy new tunes, followed by "old time gospel sounds"
along with slow spiritual
gospel music that melted the soul. |
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Once
you've experienced the Music
Ministry of St. Ailbe Choir
you will
understand why the power and drive
of their songs
mesmerize audiences. |
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Director Patricia Pike did a superb job
of leading St.
Ailbe Choir on this day
as
they spread the word in Gospel song and shared His
Greatness
with the Seniors.
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Under direction, the
Adult Choir elevated and moved their voices in
song, as Assistant to the
Director of Music, Darryl Petty demonstrated
his joy and love for bringing life to the
Gospel harmonies.
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The audience
applauded in unison
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and they clapped
n rhythm! |
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The songs were embraced by the audience, who were noticeably
moved by the melodies and words
of hope. |
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There
were also many songs sang that touched the depth of one's soul...
Gospels... that...
sporadically gave...
a "spiritual feel -
good, head - nodding"
to the rhythm
moments.
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One of St
Ailbe Choirs most outstanding gifts is their ability to
blend their musical abilities together to create
spiritually enriched songs
that minister to the masses.
They have created a unique balance, which delivers a
special harmony of traditional and contemporary gospel
music.
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The Gospel Music captivated the Young and the Seniors.
Afterward there was a Banquet with a multitude
of delicious refreshments for this feast special
Thanks goes to our own Ila Brown. |
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We especially enjoyed spending this day with our
wonderful seniors. Many of the Gospel songs we shared
were reminiscent of the Past and inspiring for the
future.
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It is the sincere prayer of St Ailbe Church that
God would richly bless each and every individual who has
been a part of
keeping our Gospel songs alive.
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Matthew 3: 16 “After
Jesus was baptized, he came up from the water and
behold, the heavens were opened (for him), and he saw
the Spirit of God descending like a dove (and) coming
upon him”.
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St. Ailbe Senior Housing
Ministry Leader:
Diane
Day, (standing to right) with Senior Prayer Group. Diane Day has performed an
outstanding job of planning well organized
events for the Seniors. She is very
dedicated and we are thankful to have her
"On The Battlefield for our Lord." |
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