The Tune Certainly Not Stops

Posted by Mitchell on March 23rd, 2021

Neil Sedaka wasn't talking about the leave-taking of a Music Minister, but rather of the separation of a love relationship. Wait ... isn't that what this is about anyhow? We found out the other week that Minister Wayne Robinson is leaving The First Cathedral, where he has actually acted as Music Minister considering that April 1, 2006. Now he's breaking up with us. Females in the choir are weeping at the idea. What's the cause of all the chaos, the psychological outpouring, the shock?

One thing that is evident is that Wayne Robinson has been an amazing blessing to the ministry of The Very first Cathedral. In order to find out precisely what is behind all this chaos, I surveyed a few of the faithful. Janine Scott, who "joined the choir at a turning point" in her life said she is "absolutely nothing but happy for the opportunity to have actually worked with such a Prince."

Ester Delmonte likes that "his mother meant us much to him as my mother does to me." He has blessed Shelby Bradford, "because of his kind spirit. He is extremely touchable and genuine" and "his compassion permeates the space." From Dionne Welch, "what I witnessed was that he always seemed to manage his load with grace."

Here is a guy graced with an unique spirit. He would go into the Chapel with a thrive, holding pledges of another vibrant wedding rehearsal filled with mirth, amazing music, prayer, love, instruction (and correction); and a check out from the Lord impended on every Thursday. Uncommon was the night that didn't consist of at least one praise break, a minimum of one statement.

There has actually been a breakthrough at The Very first Cathedral, and a major contributor to that breakthrough is Wayne Robinson. In October of 2008 (October 31 to be accurate), the Praises of Zion gathered together in the sanctuary to tape, live. Traditionally referred to as Halloween, this night was developed into a night in which we had the ability to stomp on the devil instead.

It was a long run, but "I Believe," the freshly-minted recording, was launched on February 28, 2010, to excellent evaluations. Naturally, all of us understand whose hand remained in the mix - one Wayne Robinson. Songs such as "Your Grace," "In Your Will," "All of the Magnificence," and the title track, "I Believe," to name a few, came from the pen of our beloved Minister of Music.

There is so much more to be said. He is the practiced teacher; so many have actually discovered so much at his hand. As trumpeter Robert Alvaranga noted, he leads and directs with charisma. A multi-instrumentalist, he is likewise proficient 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 traditional gospel, spirituals and modern Christian. We may not have actually recognized them, but it's a great guess that some folk, zydeco, nation and jug-band music made its method into the POZ collection too.

Wayne Robinson has nothing to excuse, absolutely nothing to concern himself with as he leaves The First Cathedral - gone, but not forgotten; away, but never truly gone; out of sight however never out of mind; permanently a part of the ministry and the lives of all those who he has touched, in a lot of ways.

To wit, Janine Scott said he has "poured a lot into my life and household, it's crazy. He taught my son, Aaron, to play the piano; and not just that, he instilled 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, telephone or just state the ideal thing when among us is harming," stated Antoria Howard.

Angela Griffin, while proclaiming his musical and mentor prowess, pointed out that he "ministers to the choir members throughout practice sessions, is a strong advocate for youth leaders in praise and http://andersondpxb469.tearosediner.net/how-to-master-gospel-jazz-music-chords worship."

From Jasmine Jackson, "he gave me the motivation and opportunity to sing ... gave me gold nuggets of suggestions that I will continue to use." Markeyse Hill - "he's been a father to me. He's very kind, leads you down the ideal road and is there to assist you back when you head in the incorrect instructions."

Our outgoing Minister of Music is a praying, God-fearing man. He reveres what was inculcated 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 unrivaled. For this author, I found that what I thought I knew about praise and praise was very little. He genuinely turned me from a loud vocalist to a lively praiser. I knew why to applaud God, but knowing how to do so is something he gave me through direction.

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 properly; now, as an outcome of learning that, I no longer need an inhaler."

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

Barbara Ward offered that Wayne's "interest for the Lord's work, whether in music or in basic, was absolute contagious and motivating."

Regina Moye: "I have learned more from him vocally - more than he will ever realize."

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

Michael Walton stated "it's been a satisfaction working with Minutes. Wayne. His design has been refreshing in that he brought 'old school' music out with a twist on it to boost the services." Vanessa Walton added, "My confidence level has actually increased significantly due to the fact that of his subtle encouragement, pressing me forward in the gifts God offered me."

Berlyn Trusty used, "We both found that we understood a few of the same individuals from Gospel Music Workshop of America, and I'm grateful and honored to have been asked to help with Appreciation & Worship on Saturdays."

Keith Simmons, bassist - "coming from a Jamaican church, I was not familiar with the style of standard and modern Gospel music; due to that, Min. Wayne has been client with me, and I have discovered a lot."

Enough said? I don't think so. Min. Peter Thomas left us with an anecdote the other day. Obviously, there was a day when Wayne was leaving the Cathedral and the door didn't close properly when he left, something that Minutes. Thomas brought to his attention.

His response? - "Well, close it, Preacher. And do me a favor, please - get this scripture later on - 1Thessalonians 4:11 -12, which reads as follows: Make it your aspiration to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business and to work with your hands, just as we informed you, so that your daily life may 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 a person far in this life.

Friendly's has what they call a "Pleased Ending" sundae. We are expecting a delighted ending here as well. The First Cathedral and all its ministries have actually been improved by the presence of this modest servant, who thought it not burglary to draw from many musical genres and bring the Praises of Zion to yet another level.

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