The Melody Certainly Not Concludes

Posted by Nurse on March 22nd, 2021

Neil Sedaka wasn't discussing the leave-taking of a Music Minister, but rather of the breakup of a love relationship. Wait ... isn't that what this has to do with anyhow? We found out the other week that Minister Wayne Robinson is leaving The First Cathedral, where he has actually served as Music Minister since April 1, 2006. Now he's breaking up with us. Ladies in the choir are weeping at the idea. What's the reason for all the chaos, the emotional outpouring, the shock?

One thing that is evident is that Wayne Robinson has been a remarkable true blessing to the ministry of The Very first Cathedral. In order to discover exactly what lags all this turmoil, I surveyed a few of the faithful. Janine Scott, who "joined the choir at a turning point" in her life stated she is "nothing but grateful for the chance to have actually worked with such a Prince."

Ester Delmonte enjoys that "his mom implied us much to him as my mommy does to me." He has blessed Shelby Bradford, "because of his kind spirit. He is really touchable and real" and "his kindness permeates the room." From Dionne Welch, "what I saw was that he always seemed to manage his load with grace."

Here is a guy enhanced with a special spirit. He would get in the Chapel with a thrive, holding guarantees of another vibrant rehearsal filled with mirth, amazing music, prayer, love, direction (and correction); and a check out from the Lord was imminent on every Thursday. Unusual was the night that didn't consist of a minimum of one appreciation break, at least one statement.

There has been a breakthrough at The Very first Cathedral, and a significant factor to that advancement Fm radio is Wayne Robinson. In October of 2008 (October 31 to be exact), the Appreciations of Zion gathered together in the sanctuary to tape-record, live. Typically called Halloween, this night was become a night in which we were able to stomp on the devil rather.

It was a long run, but "I Think," the freshly-minted recording, was released on February 28, 2010, to excellent reviews. Naturally, all of us know whose hand remained in the mix - one Wayne Robinson. Tunes such as "Your Grace," "In Your Will," "All of the Splendor," and the title track, "I Believe," among others, came from the pen of our cherished Minister of Music.

There is a lot more to be said. He is the practiced teacher; many have actually discovered a lot at his hand. As trumpeter Robert Alvaranga noted, he leads and directs with flair. A multi-instrumentalist, he is likewise skilled in a range of styles.

Listening as he plays the piano, you can hear impacts from the worlds of jazz, rhythm & blues, classical, rock all connected standard gospel, spirituals and modern Christian. We might not have actually acknowledged them, but it's a great guess that some folk, zydeco, country and jug-band music made its way into the POZ repertoire also.

Wayne Robinson has nothing to apologize for, absolutely nothing to issue himself with as he leaves The First Cathedral - gone, however not forgotten; away, but never ever truly gone; out of sight however never ever out of mind; forever a part of the ministry and the lives of all those who he has actually touched, in many ways.

To wit, Janine Scott said he has "put a lot into my life and household, it's insane. He taught my boy, Aaron, to play the piano; and not just that, he instilled self-confidence and a sense of pride in him that he didn't get anywhere else." "He cares about each and every member (of POZ) and will drop a line, make a call or simply state the right thing when among us is injuring," stated Antoria Howard.

Angela Griffin, while extolling his musical and teaching prowess, explained that he "ministers to the choir members during rehearsals, is a strong supporter for youth leaders in appreciation and praise."

From Jasmine Jackson, "he gave me the motivation and opportunity to sing ... offered me gold nuggets of suggestions that I will continue to use." Markeyse Hill - "he's been a father to me. He's extremely kind, leads you down the right road and exists to direct you back when you head in the wrong instructions."

Our outgoing Minister of Music is a hoping, God-fearing guy. He reveres what was inculcated in him as he grew up - to praise and praise God, to honor Him in his actions, his words and his ideas. His mentor is unparalleled. For this writer, I discovered that what I believed I knew about appreciation and praise was really little. He genuinely turned me from a loud vocalist to a vibrant praiser. I understood why to applaud God, however knowing how to do so is something he provided me through instruction.

How to thank such a guy? Here's what some others have actually needed to state about Wayne.

Druscilla Williams: "You taught us how to breathe properly; now, as a result of learning that, I no longer require an inhaler."

From Dionne Welch, "He never ever spoon-fed me when I felt insufficient; rather he encouraged me to "provide myself away so that God might use me. Whenever I sing, that's what I do."

Barbara Ward provided that Wayne's "interest for the Lord's work, whether in music or in basic, was outright infectious and inspiring."

Regina Moye: "I have actually discovered more from him vocally - more than he will ever recognize."

Talonie Daniels: "Minutes. Robinson's present, stability and leadership have actually taken my present and that of the Appreciations of Zion and the music ministry to the next level."

Michael Walton stated "it's been a satisfaction dealing with Minutes. Wayne. His design has been refreshing because he brought 'traditional' music out with a twist on it to enhance the services." Vanessa Walton added, "My confidence level has increased significantly since of his subtle encouragement, pressing me forward in the gifts God gave me."

Berlyn Trusty provided, "We both found that we knew a few of the exact same people from Gospel Music Workshop of America, and I'm grateful and honored to have actually been asked to aid with Praise & Praise on Saturdays."

Keith Simmons, bassist - "coming from a Jamaican church, I was not familiar with the style of traditional and contemporary Gospel music; because of that, Minutes. Wayne has been patient with me, and I have actually discovered a lot."

Enough stated? I do not believe so. Min. Peter Thomas left us with an anecdote a few days ago. Obviously, there was a day when Wayne was leaving the Cathedral and the door didn't close correctly when he left, something that Minutes. Thomas brought to his attention.

His reaction? - "Well, close it, Preacher. And do me a favor, please - pick up this bible later - 1Thessalonians 4:11 -12, which checks out as follows: Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life, to mind your own organization and to work with your hands, simply as we told you, so that your daily life might win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not depend on any person." It's clear that having a funny bone will take an individual far in this life.

Friendly's has what they call a "Happy Ending" sundae. We are expecting a happy ending here also. The First Cathedral and all its ministries have actually been boosted by the existence of this modest servant, who thought it not burglary to draw from various musical genres and bring the Praises of Zion to yet another level.

Rather than be ensconced, immovable, from that level, it is abundantly clear that we are on a rising scale, ready to reach even greater heights.