The Sound Certainly Not Stops

Posted by Nurse on March 23rd, 2021

Neil Sedaka wasn't talking about the leave-taking of a Music Minister, but instead of the separation of a love relationship. Wait ... isn't that what this is about anyway? We learned the other week that Minister Wayne Robinson is leaving The Very first Cathedral, where he has acted as Music Minister considering that April 1, 2006. Now he's breaking up with us. Females in the choir are weeping at the thought. What's the reason for all the chaos, the emotional outpouring, the shock?

Something that appears is that Wayne Robinson has been a remarkable blessing to the ministry of The First Cathedral. In order to find out exactly what is behind 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 "absolutely nothing however grateful for the opportunity to have worked with such a Prince."

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

Here is a male beautified with an unique spirit. He would go into the Chapel with a grow, holding pledges of another dynamic rehearsal filled with mirth, amazing music, prayer, love, direction (and correction); and a check out from the Lord loomed on every Thursday. Unusual was the evening that didn't include a minimum of one praise break, a minimum of one testament.

There has been a development at The Very first Cathedral, and a significant contributor to that breakthrough is Wayne Robinson. In October of 2008 (October 31 to be exact), the Praises of Zion congregated in the sanctuary to tape, live. Typically referred to as Halloween, this night was turned into a night in which we were able to stomp on the devil instead.

It was a long run, however "I Think," the freshly-minted recording, was released on February 28, 2010, to fantastic evaluations. Naturally, we all understand 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 Think," to name a few, came from the pen of our precious Minister of Music.

There is a lot more to be said. He is the practiced teacher; numerous have actually learned a lot at his hand. As trumpeter Robert Alvaranga kept in mind, 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 influences from the worlds of jazz, rhythm & blues, classical, rock all connected traditional gospel, spirituals and contemporary Christian. We might not have actually acknowledged them, however it's a great guess that some folk, zydeco, nation and jug-band music made its way into the POZ collection as well.

Wayne Robinson has absolutely nothing to apologize for, nothing to concern himself with as he leaves The First Cathedral - gone, but not forgotten; away, however never ever really gone; out of sight but never 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 stated he has actually "poured so much into my life and household, it's insane. He taught my child, Aaron, to play the piano; and not only 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, phone or just say the best thing when one of us is hurting," stated Antoria Howard.

Angela Griffin, while extolling his musical and mentor prowess, Learn more here pointed out that he "ministers to the choir members during practice sessions, is a strong advocate for youth leaders in praise and praise."

From Jasmine Jackson, "he provided me the motivation and opportunity to sing ... offered me gold nuggets of guidance that I will continue to utilize." Markeyse Hill - "he's been a father to me. He's extremely kind, leads you down the right road and is there to guide you back when you head in the wrong direction."

Our outgoing Minister of Music is a praying, God-fearing male. He reveres what was instilled in him as he grew up - to applaud and praise God, to honor Him in his actions, his words and his thoughts. His mentor is unparalleled. For this writer, I discovered that what I thought I knew about praise and praise was really little. He truly turned me from a loud vocalist to a lively praiser. I knew why to praise God, however understanding how to do so is something he gave me through guideline.

How to thank such a man? Here's what some others have actually had to say about Wayne.

Druscilla Williams: "You taught us how to breathe appropriately; now, as an outcome of discovering that, I no longer need an inhaler."

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

Barbara Ward offered that Wayne's "enthusiasm for the Lord's work, whether in music or in general, was absolute contagious and inspiring."

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

Talonie Daniels: "Min. Robinson's gift, integrity and leadership have taken my gift and that of the Appreciations of Zion and the music ministry to the next level."

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

Berlyn Trusty provided, "We both found that we understood some 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 Appreciation & Praise on Saturdays."

Keith Simmons, bassist - "coming from a Jamaican church, I was unfamiliar with the design of conventional and modern Gospel music; due to that, Minutes. Wayne has actually been patient with me, and I have found out a lot."

Enough stated? I do not think so. Minutes. Peter Thomas left us with an anecdote recently. Apparently, there was a day when Wayne was leaving the Cathedral and the door didn't close correctly when he left, something that Minutes. Thomas gave his attention.

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

Friendly's has what they call a "Delighted Ending" sundae. We are expecting a pleased ending here too. The First Cathedral and all its ministries have actually been enhanced by the existence of this simple servant, who thought it not break-in to draw from numerous musical categories and bring the Praises of Zion to yet another level.

Instead of be ensconced, immovable, from that level, it is perfectly clear that we are on an ascending scale, all set to reach even greater heights.