Dear friend,
There are so many things I’d like to share with you about the Christmas Concert last weekend. We had more than 1,600 people attend, and people were standing along the sanctuary walls.
The orchestra had the best tuba player I’ve ever heard. Bagpipes played for an arrangement of "Amazing Grace," and I could listen to the lead singer of bluegrass band Deerfield Holler for hours.
The children threw cotton balls during their song, and I threw them back. Scott Burress delivered an inspiring message about grace and peanut butter.
All of these things and more were wonderful, but the one thing that stood out for me that evening was the passion for Christ I saw in our choir, youth, and children. They were not just performing a musical--it was worship! The last song, "Total Praise," was so heartfelt that I jumped up and lifted my hands in the air. I actually floated home after the concert.
Music may be the best response to the Christmas story. This weekend is part two of
The Songs of Christmas, and we're looking at Zechariah’s song.
Rachel Freeny will deliver the message.This is her second time preaching at MCC. People are still talking about her first sermon. You’ll find me sitting on the front row. It’s going to be good!
See you Sunday,
David Emery
