Thursday and Friday

Thursday was "Anton Armstrong Day" in my world. 3 out of the 5 sessions I went to were led by Dr. Anton Armstrong of St. Olaf. I feel much more encouraged as a director because of it, and also convicted on not giving my best to my choirs because I am sitting at the piano accompanying and not freed completely to direct. That's something I am looking to remedy. Friday, was finishing a few children's choir seminars, and heading home. Overall, I feel inspired, encouraged, and challenged. And at the VBS closing on Friday night, I was able to see what happens when delegation happens. I was gone all week, but had planned to be there to lead our closing. Our 2 singers were prepared, did a great job, and because there was a baptism, our pastor led the closing. It was great to stand back, watch, encourage and appreciate! That's what music ministry at King of Kings can look like! One of the great sayings that Michael Bedford shared is that as church musicians, we are working to replace ourselves! By encouraging others, building up those who are all around us, that's the goal! And I am very excited to get to work!