2016
We’re always adding fun things to the merch booth. This Spring we added the Sling Bag, which is great for taking to the beach, or your gym clothes and throwing over your bag. And, the all-new LIFE classic gym t-shirt. I remember showing creative samples to the staff - and they voted for the grey one!
It was another great Sharathon. These two days are so special. We are flooded with guests from near and far. Pastors, artists, and friends. This year we reached our monthly goal, but missed the One Time ($150,000) goal by $8,000. God will provide.
Jim Sampson and I met when I was speaking at Cedardale Church of the Nazarene in Pefferlaw. Jim told me it was always his dream to record one of his songs, and so I brought him to Wallsdown Studios in Owen Sound and he recorded his song “Matthia’s Song”. Hoping you’ll hear it on LIFE!
On May 14 we celebrated Air Raid 25! Manic Drive headlined and provided the production which was a huge blessing. Not only did they give us a great deal financially, but Shawn and Michael Cavallo are awesome to work with. No attitude – just super helpful. It was the first big show for Crystal Martin who joined the Promotions Department. KJ-52, Leina and The Walk were also on the bill. It was held at Trinity Community Church in Oro Station – just down the street from my house!
In late July, I flew to Seattle to see my son Brett and join his band Handsome and Gretyl as the Tour Manager. Together we travelled through a dozen states, with my plotting the travel, meeting with promoters, selling merch and having a blast seeing places I’ve always wanted to see.
I took the staff to iFly Toronto (in Oakville) for indoor skydiving. It was a fun afternoon to travel and fly. If only I hadn’t lost my wedding ring during the flight!
After a tour of Ontario, Dan Bremnes and the Color came back to my house for the After Party, following the Orillia show.
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