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Today is Pentecost Sunday. By all memories, this is the day the Holy Spirit came down from heaven and descended on the apostles. My church was closed once again because of the COVID-19 pandemic. As I have done in the past, I found church services on the internet that were very comforting, but I realized very quickly that I was moved more by the wonderful musical performances on YouTube. You see, I pray with my music, and that art form…..
Yesterday, my private music students presented a beautiful recital for their families and friends in my church’s sanctuary. They far surpassed any of their past practices in their lessons. They were polished, poised, and just terrific! I couldn’t have asked for more, and I am sure that God smiled when He heard their musical conversations. Teaching is leading children to understand their lives and helping them realize their true potentials. We may never know how powerful our lessons have been…..
Musician, composer, poet, painter, author, teacher, and director of church music/organist: all of these titles describe me. These art forms influenced my journey through life and created my desire to be the most loving and artistic Christian woman I can be. I believe God plants seeds in all of us, seeds that form the foundations of our human needs and our hearts’ desires. We have physical characteristics and human behaviors that identify us, but our intelligent and emotional being develops…..