Day 124
Throughout this period of time as the Tabernacle Choir hasn't been able to sing, I've been amazed at the positivity and faith of some of the choir members. I know that not all choir members are on social media and that with every public post, there's likely a private "post" or inward hope that's being expressed by these individuals in some other way. But from the postings I've seen, I appreciate the positive expressions being made that help to quietly combat the more prevalent noise.
Out of respect to the fact that our FB choir group is private, I won't add any names to these expressions I'll share. I share them, however, because they testify that even though there are many reasons for us to be "down" over not being able to sing, there are plenty of people who are mastering the art of being positive. Here are ten of their comments.
"The recording of Come Thou Fount in today’s broadcast was the last song on the last broadcast we sang back in March. Seeing it again at the end of today’s broadcast seemed to bring everything full circle and gave me a strange feeling of closure and perspective.
Even though this pandemic is far from over, the Lord has brought us this far and He’ll see us through the rest."
"I felt a new perspective that it’s not over but God is in all the details and everything has a purpose. I sure miss my calling and all of you that I have the privilege of serving with."
"Seeing the new logo on old performances gave the Spirit a chance to witness [to me] that the Choir's mission is far from over."
"Just finished watching the 90th Anniversary program. I spent a lot of it reading the comments from people around the world, sharing their love for the Choir organization. One comment seemed to sum it all up for me: 'I have the feeling we are all starved for the community of the Saints. It’s just so uplifting to be in each others company even this way.' Even though we aren't together physically tonight, we are together - sharing our testimonies to the world."
"Let’s PRAY with all our might that we can get back together soon!! (Not that we’re not praying already) I miss you all so much. I miss making sweet music together!"
"I’ve been thinking. It seemed so ironic at first that we wouldn’t be there for the 90-year anniversary [concert]. But now I think differently. Just like the music in General Conference showcasing past recordings (and thus, lots of past Choir members), they’ll be able to do the same thing with this concert to an even larger extent than if we were performing live. As it should be. It’s almost like it was meant to be! #silverlinings"
"This morning my husband played our “Peace Like a River” recording. I was filled with gratitude for the Savior and for the blessing it has been and will be again to sing with this beautiful group. l look forward to praising the Lord with all of you wonderful people again!"
"Soon we will be back together and appreciating this special mission more than ever."
"Sometimes I picture what it will be like singing together again under Mack's direction and that we will reunite and sound better than we ever have sounded. We will be more focused than ever and grateful to have the privilege to worship together, thru song again! All Mack will need to do is stand up there and look at us and we will know what we need to do! We will be united in mind and heart. Bound. I miss our time together, so much! I miss Mack’s brilliant way of unifying us. I know if it’s Gods will, it’s not over. We will be back together stronger and more unified than ever before!"
"I was really moved by the Spoken Word that Lloyd gave. It really touched me and felt so relevant and inspired with what we're experiencing right now. I just listened to it again, and thought I would type it up and share it with all of you in case you haven't heard it or would like to keep it for your record:
“A legacy is not a possession left behind as an heirloom or antique to be preserved. A legacy is living tradition passed down from generation to generation. And so it is with our singing here tonight. From lush green glens, to alpine meadows, from the village church, to the prairie school, we come singing. And long after our pleasant tones fade away the pulse and melody of life go on. This is the legacy we celebrate this evening, a joy in singing and becoming one in song. May this way of living never end, may this way of loving resound forever.”
Regardless of what each of us is going through, may we all look for ways to be positive and express that positivity. I have no doubt there are plenty of people in our sphere of influence who would latch onto those expressions and be thankful for them.
Until next time, God be with you.
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