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Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Sunday, December 5, 2010
The Flame Goes Forward
Our Jubilee Celebration concluded yesterday here at YWAM Kona. It was an amazing time of rejoicing in all that God has done, honoring those who have faithfully paved the way, and catching vision for the days ahead.
During 'The Flame Goes Forward' event, Kumu was responsible for the sound on all four stages. He worked seven 16 hour days straight. It was a lot of work to host this large of an event, but we were so honored to be a part if this historic time.
This week was very significant for our family, so we wanted to share a few of the photos with you.
Opening Night of YWAM's 50th Celebration
Founders - Loren & Darlene Cunningham
Receiving a welcome to the aina (land) from the local kapuna (elders).
Nothing like a polynesian welcome - Thank you, Island Breeze!
Let the celebration begin!
Kumu running sound at the main stage for 2,500 - 3,000 people.
Main Stage - Day Session
Main Stage - Worship
It was a joyful celebration of all God has done in the past 50 years.
A time of honoring our founders, Loren & Darlene Cunningham
(Daniel Lehmann - Artist of our latest CD, Fixated - Leading Worship)
November 29th declared "YWAM Day" in the state of Hawaii.
With so many visitors, we transformed our soccer field into a campground :)
The YWAM Wheel, a tool that describes the call, goals, and scope of YWAM.
Praying for the nations of the world in YWAM's new prayer room.
Hope you enjoyed the pictures!
Monday, November 29, 2010
Jubilee Celebration
YWAM has begun it's celebration of 50 years of ministry. 50 years of working to fulfill the Great Commission.
"Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation." Mark 16:15
What a celebration this has started out to be!
After months of planning and a crazy amount of construction taking place, the Kona campus is now packed with around 2,500 visitors, staff, and students.
Sitting front and center at this opening event (reserved seating is a happy benefit of being married to the sound man) I was overtaken with emotions. Gratitude that the Lord has brought me to this place. That He picked me up and turned my life around. I never could have dreamed of being involved in something so spectacular.
I felt inspired and thankful to our founding couple for their simple obedience to the Lord. They listened and obeyed. Because of their faithfulness, more lives have been impacted than we can ever know.
As we worshiped with song and some seriously joyful dancing, I could not help but be amazed at God. I realize not everyone's simple obedience leads to waves of young people working in missions. But what I can't help but wonder is, what if we all simply listened and obeyed? Imagine the impact we could make on this world? In our city. Even in our own families.
Watching Kumu oversee the sound for this event, and release our first full length album in the same day, I am unbelievably proud. I am proud of him for his obedience to the Lord.
It would have been a whole lot easier to have simply worked in main stream music. Made his way up the ladder at a studio and eventually brought home a handsome living. It would have been easier, but it would not have been God's best.
We can hardly believe we get to live this amazing dream. An international project underway, a dear friend's album released, and helping (and hopefully recording!) with the largest celebration in YWAM's history all at the same time. This does not even take into account the project he is currently recording which will be sold in Target, and taking on our first staff member...
God is good!
If you can catch any of the live feed from uofnkona.edu, it is well worth it.
Promise to post pics ASAP
"Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation." Mark 16:15
What a celebration this has started out to be!
After months of planning and a crazy amount of construction taking place, the Kona campus is now packed with around 2,500 visitors, staff, and students.
Sitting front and center at this opening event (reserved seating is a happy benefit of being married to the sound man) I was overtaken with emotions. Gratitude that the Lord has brought me to this place. That He picked me up and turned my life around. I never could have dreamed of being involved in something so spectacular.
I felt inspired and thankful to our founding couple for their simple obedience to the Lord. They listened and obeyed. Because of their faithfulness, more lives have been impacted than we can ever know.
As we worshiped with song and some seriously joyful dancing, I could not help but be amazed at God. I realize not everyone's simple obedience leads to waves of young people working in missions. But what I can't help but wonder is, what if we all simply listened and obeyed? Imagine the impact we could make on this world? In our city. Even in our own families.
Watching Kumu oversee the sound for this event, and release our first full length album in the same day, I am unbelievably proud. I am proud of him for his obedience to the Lord.
It would have been a whole lot easier to have simply worked in main stream music. Made his way up the ladder at a studio and eventually brought home a handsome living. It would have been easier, but it would not have been God's best.
We can hardly believe we get to live this amazing dream. An international project underway, a dear friend's album released, and helping (and hopefully recording!) with the largest celebration in YWAM's history all at the same time. This does not even take into account the project he is currently recording which will be sold in Target, and taking on our first staff member...
God is good!
If you can catch any of the live feed from uofnkona.edu, it is well worth it.
Promise to post pics ASAP
Sunday, November 28, 2010
International Adventures
My trip began with a comfortable lay-over in the Korean Air Lounge, and a first class escort to the plane.
I spent a full day in Korea, with my friend, Aaron.
Since this photo, Aaron has returned to Kona. He is the first staff member to join our Elevated Music Team. He will be playing a large role in helping to add instrumentation to the songs recorded during this trip.
My next stop landed me in Thailand, where I met up with the rest of the team.
Together we all flew into Bhutan for a six day stay.
Be sure to check out the video posted at the bottom of this page!
From Left to Right: Matt Byrd, Pastor Mike, Kumu, Sam Beachy, Vernon Byrd, Andy Byrd
On the way home I was able to spend a full day in Bangkok,and explore the city.
Our Water Taxi
A whole new way to shop.
A visit to the zoo.
Yes. That is his hand inside the alligator's mouth. He later put his head in it's mouth!
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