Paul Baloche: We are called as priests ("Beware the Stage" repost)
Lately I've been 'mentored' by a long-time musician and songwriter, Paul Baloche. I have not been in personal meetings, coffee or dinner with he and his family. No, actually, he has invested time and money into holding workshops for those called to music in the church. Recently I traveled to Cedarville, OH to take part in his workshop on being a musician in The Church. I got more than what I expected, for sure. Paul Baloche is a blessing and a genuine priest before the Lord...'despite' the fact (or possibly, 'because of that calling') he's written many songs that we sing today. (Just Google his name...if you've been to a Church recently, you've sung one). Paul carries a message of truth that resonates so much with Chapdelaine Ministries (what I call the work our family does!) Prayer and music [together!] have been our M.O. for some years now. So, to hear Paul's perspective of his calling in his community at this workshop was very ...