ED KRUCZYNSKI'S PERFORMANCE HISTORY

Beginning in 2010
--New Hampshire Chamber Choir. Tenor soloist and ensemble member.

2009
--Mermaid Music Productions: Amahl and the Night Visitors. Ensemble member (tenor). One of the shepherds. Soloists: Anna Maria Dwyer, Jimi James, Mark Cleveland, and Matt Van Wagner. Stage Direction: Jimi James. Music Direction: Philip Lauriat. Producer: Anna Maria Dwyer.

2008
--Lakes Region Opera: I Pagliacci. Ensemble member (tenor). One of the townspeople who attends the performance of the traveling theatre troupe. Guest soloists: Ethan Bremner, Verunka Vlnova, Bradford Glein, and Michael Johnson. Stage Direction: Jane Cormier. Music Direction: Carlos Martinez. Sung in Italian.

2007
--WBZ-TV Inspirational Choir: I sang outdoors in this SATB, a capella group on Heartbreak Hill in Newton, Massachusetts during the Boston Marathon. One of our songs was telecast live by WBZ-TV (Boston's Channel 4) and we were also videotaped for later broadcast. Produced by Big Smile Productions.
--Paul Madore Chorale: Ein Deuches Requiem (A German Requiem) by Johannes Brahms. I sang tenor in the chorale. Accompanied by the Boston Civic Symphony. Conducted by Max Hobarth

2006
--Handel's Messiah. Mont Vernon, NH. Tenor soloist, "Comfort Ye My People" and "Every Valley Shall Be Exalted" and ensemble member. Conductor: Jennifer Erdoody
--Nashua (NH) Symphony Association's Annual Holiday House Tours. I sang tenor with two sopranos (Kathie Calder and Kathy Andrle) and a mezzo (Betsy Feiker) in classical-styled Christmas carols. Sung in English and German. Duet with Kathy Andrle: "O Holy Night."
--Granite State Opera: Carmen. Ensemble member (second tenor). Townsperson and a featured non-speaking role as the guide who leads Michaela (soprano Heather Parker) into the mountains in Act III. Sung in French. Stage Director / Music Director: Philip Lauriat
--New World Chorale: Ein Deuches Requiem (A German Requiem) by Johannes Brahms. I sang tenor (one of about 10) in the chorale, which numbered about 55 for this performance. Sung in German. Accompanied by the Claflin Hill Symphony Orchestra. Conducted by Holly MacEwan Krafka
--Community Players of Concord: Inherit the Wind. Scientist Walter Aaronson and local reporter (non-speaking roles).

2005
--Big Smile Productions' Holiday Victorian Carolers: The Festival of Trees in Providence, Rhode Island; a party at a private home in Northboro, Massachusetts; and a nursing home in Worcester, Massachusetts. I sang tenor in these a capella, mixed quartets.
--Handel's Messiah. Mont Vernon, NH. Tenor in the chorus.
--Community Players of Concord, NH: Mame. Role: M. Lindsay Woolsey (the publisher). Directed by Michael Curtiss
--MS Accelerated Cure Concert, Arlington, Massachusetts. Solo: "Song of the Vagabonds" (from Rudolf Friml operetta, The Vagabond King). Piano accompaniment played by Eric Schwartz
--Granite State Opera: L'Elisir d'Amore (The Elixer of Love) (Donizetti). Sung in Italian. I sang second tenor in the ensemble, portraying one of three soldiers under the command of Belcore (Derrick Parker of the New York City Opera). Other principals included Heather Parker of the Seattle Opera as Adina, Philippe Castagner of the Metropolitan Opera as Nemorino, David Ward of the New York City Opera as Dr. Dulcamara, and Noune Karpatian as Gianetta. Stage Director / Music Director: Philip Lauriat.
--Shine Music: Shine in Me, an inspirational production (classical sacred songs and dramatic scenes) conceived and directed by Jane Cormier. I portrayed a homeless man and sang a solo, "How Long O Lord?" (a psalm set to music by the director). I also sang tenor in a mixed quartet rendition of Mozart's Lacrymosa with Allison Messier, mezzo; Janet Boutin, alto; and Carlos Martinez, bass.
--Friends of the City Auditorium, Concord, New Hampshire: The New Spats and Spangles - a variety show of popular songs from the early 20th century. I sang the role of Prince Danilo in the following selections (fully staged and in costume) from Franz Lehar's operetta The Merry Widow: "Maxim's" and "I Love You So" (duet and waltzing with Sue Schott in the title role). In addition I acted in the role of Southern farmer Winston White in a 6-minute melodrama entitled, "The Perils of Purly;" sang and danced in the chorus in "A Salute to George M. Cohan;" crooned in harmony as a background singer in the song, "Kentucky Babe;" and sang in the Chorus of "A Medley of Traveling Songs" and "We Have a Dream." Directed by Irene Deschenes
--Raymond Baptist Church, Raymond, New Hampshire: Solos: "Feel the Nails," "Sometime We'll Understand"
The Tilton School, Tilton, New Hampshire: Jesus Christ Superstar. I sang the roles of priests one, two, and three. Directed by Jane Cormier.

2004
--Boston Pops Holiday Chorus (William Cutter, director): Holiday Pops Concerts at various venues. I sang in eight concerts as a tenor in the chorus, which toured with the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra. Keith Lockhart conducted us whlie on tour with guest soloist Hayley Westenra. James Orent and Bruce Hangen conducted us at Symphony Hall in Boston, Massachusetts after Christmas.
--Downtown Salem, Massachusetts: Christmas caroling as tenor in a mixed quartet (a capella). Also singing in this quartet were the following: Lynn Shane, soprano; Emily Hayden, alto; and Joe Stroup, bass.
--Community Players of Concord: Titanic: The Musical. First Officer William Murdoch. Solo: "To Be a Captain." I also sang tenor in the scenes that featured the entire company. Directed by A. Robert Dionne.
--Bel Canto Music: Dido and Aeneas. First Sailor. Solo: "Come Away, Fellow Sailors." I also sang tenor in the chorus. Directed by Jane Cormier.
--Bel Canto Music: Italian Night. Solo: "O Sole Mio" and tenor in the mixed quartet.
--Bel Canto Music: A Little Princess. Role: Mr. Carrisford. Directed by Jane Cormier.
--A Concert of Sacred Songs. Solos: "The Lost Chord," "The Lord's Prayer," "Steal Away," and "Panis Angelicus." Duet with Jane Cormier: "Pie Jesu" (Andrew Lloyd Webber)
--Nottingham Theatre Project: The Sound of Music. Cameo appearance as Admiral Von Streibel in Act II, Scene 5. Directed by Carolyn Coe.
--Raymond Baptist Church: Solos: "Living for Jesus," "Be Still My Soul"

2003
--Boston Pops Holiday Chorus, Dr. William Cutter, Director: Holiday Pops Concerts (five concerts) at Symphony Hall in Boston, Massachusetts with the Boston Pops Orchestra with Keith Lockhart and Bruce Hangen conducting.
--Boston Pops Holiday Chorus, Dr. William Cutter, Director: Holiday Pops Concerts (eight concerts) in Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts with the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra with Keith Lockhart conducting. Our guest soloist was Stephen Salters.
--Nottingham Theatre Project: Under a Yellow Star, the world-premiere of a drama by Anne Sheehan. Role: the radio reporter. Directed by Anne Sheehan.
--Franklin (NH) Center for the Arts: Patience (Gilbert & Sullivan). Archibald Grosvenor. Solo: "A Magnet Hung in a Hardware Shop." Duets: "Prithee Pretty Maiden" (with Johanna Hoyt Kimball); "When I Go Out the Door." Directed by Jane Cormier. Music Director: Carlos Martinez
--Deering Community Church: Solo: "His Eye is On the Sparrow;" duet: "We Would See Jesus" (with Betsey Neville)
--Raymond Baptist Church: Solos: "How Great Thou Art," "On Higher Ground," "Go Work in My Vineyard."
--Nottingham Theatre Project: Oliver! – ensemble member. Solo part: The Knife-seller in "Who Will Buy?" Directed by Anne Sheehan.
--Community Players of Concord's Seventy-Fifth Anniversary Celebration (variety show). John (the butler) in a scene from The Man Who Came to Dinner; chorus member in the following production numbers: "Oklahoma" (from Oklahoma) and "Trouble" (from The Music Man).

2002
--Raymond Baptist Church Drama Team: Leave a Light On. Rob (the villain)
--Deering Community Church: Duets: "The Crucifix" and "Irish Blessing" (both with Betsey Neville)
--University of New Hampshire, Whittemore Center, 250th Anniversary of the NH Conference of UCC: Duets: "On Eagle’s Wings" and "Panis Angelicus")
--Concord Community Music School: Duets: "On Eagle’s Wings" and "Panis Angelicus" (both with Betsey Neville)
--Nottingham Theatre Project: Annie – Drake (the butler); CBS Radio Announcer (pre-recorded); and radio commentator H. V. Kaltenborn (pre-recorded). Solo: "You’re Never Fully Dressed without a Smile" (piano accompanist: Donna Trapp)(pre-recorded). Directed by Anne Sheehan.

2001
--Community Players of Concord’s Roadshow Troupe: Last Night 2001. Solo: "Tomorrow" (piano accompanist: Vivienne VanLuven). Directed by Kathryn Hodges.
--Community Players of Concord’s Roadshow Troupe: Christmas Program. Solos: "I’ll Be Home for Christmas;" "A New Deal for Christmas" (verse only); "The Little Drummer Boy" (verse only)(piano accompanist: Vivienne VanLuven). Directed by Kathryn Hodges.
--Videotaped Program for Concord Community Television (with other members of the Community Players): Duet: "America the Beautiful" (with Sue Schott)
--Special Music at a Congregational church in Penacook, NH: Tenor in a choir (with other members of the Community Players of Concord)
--Operafest! of New Hampshire: The Pirates of Penzance – among the chorus of singing policemen. Directed by Jane Cormier and Carlos Martinez.

2000
--Concord Community Chorus, Concord, NH. Handel's Messiah. I sang tenor in the chorus.
--Community Players of Concord: Carousel – The Starkeeper / Dr. Seldon. Directed by Bob Burns.
--Community Players of Concord’s Roadshow Troupe: Concert at Boscawen Old Home Days. Solo with Male Quartet: "The Marvelous Toy" (solo on first verse). Directed by Kathryn Hodges.

1999
--Community Players of Concord: A Medieval Romance, world premiere musical by John Conlon – 2nd servant and chorus member. Directed by John Conlon.
--Sunrise Baptist Church, Allenstown, NH: Solo: "O Holy Night"
--Community Players of Concord: Cinderella (Rodgers & Hammerstein) – the Herald. Solo: "The Prince is Giving a Ball." Directed by Betsey Cox Stebbins.
--Operafest! of New Hampshire: Lucia di Lammermoor (in Italian) – Arturo Bucklaw. Directed by Michael Johnson.
--Community Players of Concord: The Desperate Hours – Deputy Tom Winston. Directed by John Conlon.

1997
--Operafest! of New Hampshire: La Traviata (in Italian) – two small solo roles

1996
--Community Players of Concord. South Pacific – the Professor and chorus member. Directed by Alwynne Fine.
--Community Players of Concord: Annie Warbucks – Drake (the butler). Solo: "That’s the Kind of Woman You Need." Directed by Betsey Cox Stebbins.

1994
--Various impromptu duets in harmony with featured soloist Mary Maguire (of Sweet, Hot & Sassy) (accompanying ourselves on autoharp and guitar, respectively)

1993
--The Inn at Deerfield, Deerfield (NH). Christmas concert for residents and staff members. Duets with Cindi Meehan included "Winter Wonderland," "Away in a Manger," "Silent Night"

1992
--First Baptist Church, Concord, NH: Duet: "Precious Memories" (with Cindi Meehan)
--Penacook River Festival, Island Shores Estates, Penacook, NH: Duets: "Fly Me to the Moon," "Let’s Go Fly a Kite," "Stormy Weather," "Over the Rainbow" (with the late Cyndi Stefun, 1962-1997)(sung in harmony with no instrumental accompaniment)

1991-94
--First Baptist Church Choir, Concord, NH: I sang tenor in this choir, which specialized in contemporary Christian music.

1989
--First Assembly of God, Concord, NH: Solo: "One Sacrifice for All" (lyrics & music by Ed Kruczynski)

1988
--Phoenix Players, Worcester, Massachusetts: Entertainment of the 1920s, variety show--impersonation of Al Jolson. Solo: "Sonny Boy"
--Holden Chapel, Holden, MA: Solo: "Calvary" (a capella)

1987
--Morningstar Coffeehouse, Calvary Evangelistic Center, Worcester, MA: Duet: "Song of Repentance" (with Cindi Meehan)
--Worcester (MA) State College: I sang tenor as a member of the chorus and the Madrigal Singers.
--Worcester (MA) State College: Annual Spring Play: The Art of Dining – the Publisher. Directed by Dr. Ann Marie Shea.

1985
--Phoenix Players, First Baptist Church, Worcester, Massachusetts. A Nineteenth-Century Showcase, variety show – director, music director, actor, singer. Solos: "Cousin Jedediah" (with mixed quartet chorus), "The Kerry Dance," "Kathleen Mavourneen," "Gypsy Love Song," "When You Were Sweet Sixteen"
--First Baptist Church, Concord, NH: Duet: "He Shall Feed His Flock" (from The Messiah)(with Cynthia Philbrook)
--The First Church in Sterling: Duet: "He Shall Feed His Flock" (from The Messiah)(with Cynthia Philbrook)

1984
--Phoenix Players, First Baptist Church, Worcester, Massachusetts: Broadway selections (dinner-theatre). Solo: "Where is Love?"
--Chancel Choir, First Baptist Church, Worcester, MA: Annual Spring Concert. Selections by Bruckner and Poulenc. I sang tenor in this choir.

1983
--Gateway Players, Southbridge, Massachusetts: Annie – Drake (the Butler); Jimmy Johnson (radio announcer); one of the Hooverville-ites; chorus member

1981-82
--Chestnut Street Congregational Church, Worcester, MA. I sang tenor in this choir. Solo: "The Holy City" (organ accompanist: Charlie Davis)

1980
--Leominster Assembly of God, Leominster, MA. Solo: "I Want to Be Ready"
--The Worcester Men of Song, Barbershop Chorus, second tenor. I also sang second (lead) tenor in a barbershop quartet known as The Six Foot Four. Our repetoire included, "Goodbye, My Coney Island Baby"

1979-85
--John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse, Worcester, MA. Solos during open sets, including "April Showers," "Oh, What a Pal was Mary," and other early-20th-century popular songs

1977-81, 1983-84
--The First Church in Sterling, Sterling, MA: Senior Choir. I sang tenor in the choir, which specialized in traditional Christian songs.
--The First Church in Sterling, Sterling, MA: One or two solos per summer, 1978-1990s and 2003, including the following: "Heaven My Home," "Softly and Tenderly," "The Stranger of Galilee," "If You Looked Beyond a Dream," "The Lost Chord," "The Holy City," "Let There Be Peace on Earth," "Walk Along Beside Me, O My Lord."

VOICE STUDIES
Jane Cormier, 2005; Peggo Hodes, 1993; Claire Woodbury, 1978

ACTING STUDIES
Dr. Ann Marie Shea, 1986-87

Check out Edward Kruczynski's recording and let me know what you think!

I hope you enjoy hearing my vocal performance of "Memory" by clicking on the link.

Here are some anecdotes from my experiences as a performing artist:

FORGET
THE CD--SEND ME A PHOTO A man from Portugal once sent me a fan letter
that included a request for an autographed photo. He explained that he
had discovered this website and had enjoyed my singing via the posted
my song clips. I happily complied with his request, though
interestingly enough, he never requested a CD of my singing.
* * *
SOMEBODY
DIED My father, Stanley Kruczynski, passed away in his sleep only one
week before I opened in South Pacific in November 1996. I attended the
funeral, where I sang a solo of my dad's favorite hymn, and then I
performed in South Pacific as scheduled. But during one rehearsal prior
to opening night, a fellow cast member--who had been absent when the
cast had been informed of my loss--noticed me sitting on the floor in
the darkened backstage looking forlorn. In jest she said to me, "You
look like somebody died," to which I replied, "Somebody did."
* * *
ESCAPING
INTO HISTORY'S GRIEF Two weeks after my mom's unexpected death in 2004,
I decided to audition for Titanic: The Musical, reasoning that I would
have no problem acting in a tragic drama. My role was that of the man
at the helm of the ship when it struck the iceberg. At least I didn't
fall off the second-level deck while singing my solo of, "To Be a
Captain," because they routinely moved the railing aside so the
audience could see us actors.
* * *
SAME CHOREOGRAPHER,
NEW LAST NAME When I auditioned for The New Spats and Spangles in 2005,
the choreographer looked familiar, but her name did not. I later
learned that she had choreographed and taught us cast members dancing
in Annie Warbucks--as a 17-year-old nearly 10 years earlier.
* * *
ANNIE
DEJA-VU Director Betsey Cox-Buteau bears the distinction of having
directed me in Annie Warbucks in 1996--and directed my daughters Sarah
and Amanda as Daddy Warbucks and Grace Farrell respectively in Annie
Junior in 2005. Later that same year Betsey (as Vera) acted with me (as
Lindsay) in Mame.
* * *
YOU'VE HEARD HIM? I SAW HIM! During
the period in time when I was singing duets in concerts with Betsy
Neville, I was already a big fan of the late singer Mario Lanza
(1921-1959). In light of this fact, I was amazed to learn that Betsy
had once lived in Italy, where she attended grade school with Colleen
Lanza, whose famous father used to pick her up after school.
* * *

'TWAS THE NIGHT OF THE CONCERT While a member of the Boston Pops
Holiday Chorus in 2004 and touring with the Boston Pops Esplanade
Orchestra under the direction of Keith Lockhart, I learned that Maestro
Lockhart and I had a special Christmas season memory in common. Both of
us had grown up listening a recording of Waring's Pennsylvanians
singing, "The Night Before Christmas." Upon learning that fact, I
suddenly understood why I just had to pick up an early copy of the
choral arrangement at an antique shop earlier that year, which I had
done despite reasoning that I didn't need it. So before our Holiday
Pops concert in Bridgeport, CT, I promised Maestro Lockhart that I
would mail that choral arrangement to him as I gift, which I did at a
later date.
* * *
DID I TELL YOU? I'VE NEVER SUNG IN AN
OPERA BEFORE Contrary to most opera singers, my first two roles in
opera were solo parts. Although I had agreed to sing in the ensemble in
the Operafest! of NH production of Lucia di Lammermoor in 1999, I was
asked to sing the role of Arturo Bucklaw--which I did with only two
weeks of preparation. Six years later I finally made my debut as an
operatic ensemble performer.
* * *
ANOTHER LEADING
ROLE As a 22-year-old in 1980 I was asked to join a new barbershop
quartet as their lead singer. The group decided to adopt the name I had
proposed, which was The Six-Foot Four, which I had suggested because of
the fact that each of us was at least 6-feet tall. By the way, there
still exists in my possession a copy of a cassette tape made my my dad
of the quartet singing, "Good-Bye My Coney Island Baby." It sounded too
good to destroy.
* * *
LET'S SPEED IT UP, SONNY BOY In the
mid-1990s, I sang annually in the Epsom (NH) Players' annual variety
show of old-time songs and skits, which was still being directed after
25 years by Hector "The Director" Emond. Each year I would bring him a
few pieces from my collection of old sheet music, and for my solo one
year he selected, "Get Out and Get Under the Moon." After the first
run-through of that song, the show's longtime accompanist
--87-years-old at the time and a teenager when the 1928 song was
written--asked me if I would prefer to take the song at a faster tempo
than the one I had chosen. I declined her offer, which turned out to be
good because it enabled her to reserve enough energy to keep the tempo
steady till the end of the song. * * *

Why am I continuing to sing in stage productions without being paid? Am I crazy? Shouldn't I only be accepting singing jobs that help me support my family financially?

What is it about performing for audiences that keeps on drawing me back despite all the hard work and sometimes hardships that are involved?

During the preparation and rehearsal period for my current show, the opera Amahl and the Night Visitors, I have suffered through a bad cold combined with a toothache before and after Christmas. I tried to get into the dentist's chair on December 24, but not only were they not open, but the voice mail recording said that they would not open again until Monday--5 days later. But I thank God that ibuprofen and Sudafed worked well to get me through that time. I'm still dragging because of the cold, but it's nearly gone now.

Nevertheless I still have managed to participate in all the rehearsals and memorize my part. Why didn't I just quit? Hey, if I was going to feel miserable anyways, I might as well have the distraction of bright lights, colors, music, and upbeat singers around me :) And besides, the symptoms were manageable anyways.

How did I even get involved singing with a new production company and a producer and director whom I had never before met? Did I respond to an audition notice? No. The producer found a message from me at BostonSingersResource.com; she and I are both members there.

Last night I was at the home of the producer, Anna, at a social gathering along with Jimi, the director; Anna's husband Patrick, who does lighting for the show; Dave, one of my fellow shepherds; and Matt, who along with Jimi is one of the three kings in the opera. We had a fine time of telling stories, laughing, eating the roast and baked potatoes that Anna had cooked us for dinner. None of us were able to figure out why none of the women in the cast came to the party. So yeah, it was Anna and five men. lol

So there are two reason for my continuing to perform in stage productions: (1) -an active social life with those having common interests, and (2) free food. lol

OK, call us vain, but we watched a DVD of one of our own performances last night. For one reason, it will help us to improve our next three performances and yeah, everybody gets a kick out of seeing themselves on video :)

Tomorrow night will be our third performance--our second in Newton, Massachusetts, which is a 68-mile-drive for me. Remember I mentioned hardships? Well, unless tomorrow's performance is cancelled, I'll be driving through a snowstorm to get there, and at some point on the drive south, it will be sleet, freezing rain, rain--who knows for sure?

I think most of all, we're all still like kids. No matter what we loved as a child, we still love. Dressing up and playing the part of a different character is fun at any age. And despite the fact that I usually don't get paid any money for doing so, it's still enjoyable for me and a fine way to share the talents that God has given me :)

written by unknown author


'Twas the night before Jesus came and all through the house
Not a creature was praying, not one in the house.
Their Bibles were lain on the shelf without care
In hopes that Jesus would not come there.

The children were dressing to crawl into bed.
Not once ever kneeling or bowing a head.
And Mom in her rocker with baby on her lap
Was watching the Late Show while I took a nap.

When out of the East there arose such a clatter.
I sprang to my feet to see what was the matter.
Away to the window I flew like a flash,
Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash!

When what to my wondering eyes should appear
But angels proclaiming that Jesus was here.
With a light like the sun sending forth a bright ray
I knew in a moment this must be THE DAY!

The light of His face made me cover my head
It was Jesus! returning just like He had said.
And though I possessed worldly wisdom and wealth,
I cried when I saw Him in spite of myself.

In the Book of Life which He held in His hand
Was written the name of every saved man.
He spoke not a word as He searched for my name;
When He said "it's not here" my head hung in shame.

The people whose names had been written with love
He gathered to take to His Father above.
With those who were ready He rose without a sound.
While all the rest were left standing around.

I fell to my knees, but it was too late;
I had waited too long and thus sealed my fate.
I stood and I cried as they rose out of sight;
Oh, if only I had been ready tonight.

In the words of this poem the meaning is clear;
The coming of Jesus is drawing near.
There's only one life and when comes the last call
We'll find that the Bible was true after all!


How to Know God Personally

What does it take to begin a relationship with God? Devote yourself to unselfish religious deeds? Become a better person so that God will accept you?

You may be surprised that none of those things will work. But God has made it very clear in the Bible how we can know Him.

The following principles will explain how you can personally begin a relationship with God, right now, through Jesus Christ...

Principle 1:
God loves you and offers a wonderful plan for your life.

God's Love
"God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life." 1

God's Plan
[Christ speaking] "I came that they might have life, and might have it abundantly" [that it might be full and meaningful]. 2
Why is it that most people are not experiencing the abundant life? Because...


Principle 2:
All of us sin and our sin has separated us from God.

We Are Sinful
"All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." 3

We were created to have fellowship with God; but, because of our stubborn self-will, we chose to go our own independent way, and fellowship with God was broken. This self-will, characterized by an attitude of active rebellion or passive indifference, is evidence of what the Bible calls sin.

We Are Separated
"The wages of sin is death" [spiritual separation from God]. 4

This diagram illustrates that God is holy and people are sinful. A great gulf separates us. The arrows illustrate that we are continually trying to reach God and the abundant life through our own efforts, such as a good life, philosophy, or religion -- but we inevitably fail.
The third law explains the only way to bridge this gulf...


Principle 3:
Jesus Christ is God's only provision for our sin. Through Him we can know and experience God's love and plan for our life.

He Died in Our Place
"God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." 5

He Rose From the Dead
"Christ died for our sins...He was buried...He was raised on the third day, according to the Scriptures...He appeared to Peter, then to the twelve. After that He appeared to more than five hundred..." 6

He Is the Only Way to God
"Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but through Me.'" 7

God has bridged the gulf which separates us from Him by sending His Son, Jesus Christ, to die on the cross in our place to pay the penalty for our sins.
It is not enough just to know these three principles...


Principle 4:
We must individually receive Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord; then we can know and experience God's love and plan for our lives.

We Must Receive Christ
"As many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name." 8

We Receive Christ Through Faith
"By grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, that no one should boast." 9

When We Receive Christ, We Experience a New Birth

We Receive Christ by Personal Invitation
[Christ speaking] "Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if any one hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him." 10

Receiving Christ involves turning to God from self (repentance) and trusting Christ to come into our lives to forgive our sins and to make us what He wants us to be. Just to agree intellectually that Jesus Christ is the Son of God and that He died on the cross for your sins is not enough. Nor is it enough to have an emotional experience. You receive Jesus Christ by faith, as an act of the will.


You can receive Christ right now by faith through prayer

Prayer is talking to God. God knows your heart and is not so concerned with your words as He is with the attitude of your heart. The following is a suggested prayer:

"Lord Jesus, I need You. Thank You for dying on the cross for my sins. I open the door of my life and receive You as my Savior and Lord. Thank You for forgiving my sins and giving me eternal life. Take control of the throne of my life. Make me the kind of person You want me to be."

If this prayer expresses the desire of your heart, then you can pray this prayer right now and Christ will come into your life, as He promised.
Does this prayer express the desire of your heart?

Back in 1999 my late mom bought the first computer for my wife Carolyn and me and our children. I had already been using a personal computer at work since 1994 and had learned to use one while attending business school the previous year. In fact I was required to type all my school papers on a PC, which really motivated me to learn to use it.

Having been introduced to the Internet by my supervisor at work in 1995--he had told me that someday everyone would be using the Internet, and I recall wondering why--I wanted my wife and children to experience it too. And so my mom graciously helped us out as she had so many times over the years.

It's been about 6 years since I created my own website devoted to my avocation in the performing arts. But I don't recall the website itself leading anyone to contact me regarding a singing job. But becoming a member of BostonSingersResource.com (BSR) has enabled me to find suitable productions for which to audition.

Because of the postings on BSR, I spent two wonderful Decembers (in 2003 asnd 2004) singing tenor in the Boston Pops Holiday Chorus, which auditioned many singers and chose about 180 of them for Holiday Pops concerts in the northeastern USA as well as for concerts at Symphony Hall in Boston from December 26-30 each year.

More later....