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 G...
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