Going to the Show!

Jesus Christ Superstar opens this weekend at our church! We've got our tickets, how about you?

During one of my high school summers I first saw an outdoor production of this musical and fell in love with it. And can sing most of the song lyrics as a result... Nothing better than a rock opera! (Some great guitar lics and bass lines too!)

It is a dark, musical drama at its best with a mix of anguish and angst. Perfect for teenagers to portray! And I am just saying, we've got the best set of students anywhere... right here!

Our sanctuary has completely been taken over with lights, set, huge pit for the band and all the props and costumes etc. Somewhere in the back wings you'll find the altar, candles, pulpit and baptismal font. They aren't removed forever- just out of the way for the singing, acting and dancing.

One thing you cannot remove from our sanctuary is a HUGE cross which is suspended (normally over the altar), but now casts it's shadow over the entire set. Actually our cross will make a shadow on the cast and crew as they share their offering of musical and theatrical talent.

Not a small reminder to whom all of this is directed- God. And a stoiac reminder of how it is that we are able to share these gifts- because of what God through Jesus for us all. Thus, hovering above center stage (as well as within the faith of the cast and crew) will be the Presence of our Triune God.

Jesus is super- but not in ways the world would affirm. Jesus is a star- but not in ways He would want to be acknowledged.... but then you may need to see the show to help you understand that... See you there!