So, I could be super critical about this show and say that my vocals are kind of a mess, or I could just share this in the spirit of letting you see what this project turned out to be. Enjoy it, pigeons. It was a different kind of risk to take for me. There are so many risks we have to take as religious leaders. We have to say things that are difficult. We have to retain the “balcony view” down to the dance floor of our ministry settings and report what we see there in a helpful, professional, self-differentiated and pastoral way. We have to equip ourselves with solutions (even if those solutions involve letting things that need to die, die, or leaving things in God’s care) so we can equip others.
We have to show up in scary spaces to witness to God’s love in every space.
We have to challenge ideas and worldviews that are so comfortable to many that they seem to be ultimate Truth, but are nothing but attitudes that need to change and evolve.
And sometimes we choose to take a different kind of risk: to say, “Here am I, here is my story, here is my song. I hope it will inspire you to think about your own story, to share it, and to sing your own song.”
God, I’m getting corny.
It seems appropriate to drop this off with you on my way out of town. I’m actually heading to New York City, where it all began, to join MotherBang for a few days of BRRrRRRROadway before doing a wedding for friends on Friday.
“Sing out, Louise!”
Thank you! Your songs and personal stories about musical theater were captivating. Bravo! [Thank you for watching. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. – PB]
Thank you so much! Didn’t expect to sob or sing along as much as I did. This truly ministered to me.
Hope you have a wonderful time at the theatre with your family! [Thank you!! I’m so glad this ministered to you! That’s all I wanted!! YAY! – PB]
Wow. Thank you for sharing. I am blown away by the depth of love, care, and art you put into this. [Thank you so much, Bridget. That’s all I wanted to do – put love across. – PB]
this is lovely (and no need for disclaimers!)…you are beautiful, gifted, poised and accessible. thank you for sharing it w us. [You are so welcome! Thank you for watching! – PB]
Delightful! I’m a native New Yorker now exiled to Colorado Springs and a UU who has designed and taught an adult faith formation course on the spiritual wisdom of showtunes. Peace to you and thanks for your ministry. [Really? Would you be willing to share your course? I’d love to see it!! – PB]
Words fail.
Thank you.