In July, we had our mid-year concert, in a building still under construction, so please excuse the mess all around.   Here are a few highlights....
Bringing together the band and the singers

Awaiting in expectation their turn to shine!

Student teachers leading us in worship

Our Princes singing about the Greatness of God

Our Princesses singing about the Love of God

Focused on One Thing - True Worship

Beginning Guitar Class

Dancers in season and out

Giving it their all - Dancing for the King

Our little drummer boy actually playing for the boys choir

And here are our young piano players accompanying the choir as well.

As I look back over these snapshots in time, and consider the hearts of those God has given me to minister to,  I am so thankful for the privilege to be a part of this.  I am thankful for all those who have sowed to make this Academy possible.  
The Academy really is a light shining the glory of God into the city of Peronia.


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