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History The word ”History” reminds us that this is an opportunity
to take a look back to see what has been accomplished as you journey through
life. Most of us don’t realize
that we are making history with every word we speak and every action we
take. Sometimes that history
will be remembered and sometimes it may be forgotten.
That’s why it is good to take the time to reflect back on where you
have been so you can better determine what you need to do for the future.
It is also a good thing to write down accomplishments as they happen
so they won’t be forgotten or lost.
This is my effort to keep a record of the history of the Gospel
Songwriters Music Workshop as we learn, grow and expand our efforts.
Last year we focused on the implementation of the Gospel Songwriters
Workshop Choir, but this year we want to focus on the Up Close and Personal
Luncheon.
In 2007, we were blessed to have Pastor William Becton
back in our midst under more favorable circumstances and he did not
disappoint us. He was able to
stir us up even more by letting us know that we all face challenges, but it
is what we do with the challenges that help us move to the next level.
If we are standing still, that means we are not progressing and we
may be losing ground.
As we strive to improve what we do at the Gospel
Songwriters Music Workshop, sometimes a change or two is necessary.
One important change that occurred this year is that we changed the
name of our Luncheon to the Talent showcase Luncheon because we intend to
showcase our talented songwriters who want to have a chance to present their
material for possible publication.
The guest speaker for this luncheon was non other than Bishop Leonard
Scott of Tyscot records. He brought a
new dimension of excitement to our luncheon that made everybody glad they
came out. This was not just
about a luncheon, but this was another turning point in the history of the
workshop and it gave us an opportunity to introduce our efforts to bring
spiritual and natural light to those who are in need.
That challenge is to bring light to those who are in darkness.
This is a two fold purpose:
One way will do this is by bringing the gospel through music to
everyone who will hear as we present new songs to the world.
The second way we will bring light is by supporting the Foundation
Fighting Blindness (FFB) and Many times when we accept a new challenge we aren’t always
sure where we will end up, but one thing is clear, unless you take on the
challenge, you will never know what you can achieve.
We never know where we will end up in the future, but we can be sure
if we follow God’s leading and direction, we will always end up in the right
place. As we move toward 2009,
we believe God will touch hearts as we continue to “Sing for Sight.”
If you would like to know more about our singing for sight campaign,
please contact us because the future can only get brighter if we continue to
walk in His light and help others to do the same. |
One year later we were still suffering from the effects of
Hurricane Ivan, but Brother Troy Sneed of Emtro Gospel Records blessed us
with his presence in 2005 and 2006 by challenging us to set our goals high
and plan for success.