Echoing His Majesty

Saturday, March 10, 2012, was a marathon CONCERT DAY FOR HIS VOICE. The Christian men's chorus traveled from their homes all over the Inland Empire to three congregations in Redlands, plus a senior center in Loma Linda, and then south to the city of Temecula for an evening concert. At first glance, one might say, "Wait a minute, they aren't spring chickens anymore!" But really the day became one of those amazing days when each successive concert seemed to strengthen the men and enliven their listeners.

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First stop for the morning was at the MISSION ROAD SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH  temporarily moved to 721 Nevada Street in Redlands, while the the Japanese and English speaking congregations raise funds to build a new sanctuary back at their previous location on Mission Road. His Voice tenor Bob Ferguson greeted the congregation in Japanese and the men's chorus sang several hymns. Then His Voice walked next door to the English congregation for a full worship concert.

After a bountiful fellowship meal with the Japanese congregations, His Voice caravanned to Redlands for the 12th anniversary celebration of the INLAND EMPIRE FILIPINO CHURCH located on East State Street. His Voice was a part of their afternoon of music, celebrating twelve years of being a part of the community of Redlands. A parade of choirs had already sung when His Voice gathered on the platform. The acoustics were perfect as the men's chorus sang "The Glory and Majesty of His Name" and other hymns with great conviction and enthusiasm. Sweet music filled the stately sanctuary as the Spirit of God blessed singers and listeners.
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HERITAGE GARDENS at the intersection of Barton and Benton in Loma Linda was their next stop with seniors and nurses eager to listen to the men's chorus. His Voice sang several hymns and greeted the residents before heading south to Temecula for their evening concert at the United Methodist Church on Margarita Road.
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His Voice has visited the TEMECULA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH three times in the past few years and before the concert, the ladies of the church lead by Donnie Weaver prepared a soup and salad supper for the hungry singers. Director Michael Naluai led the men in praise songs and shared the mission His Voice has in Mexico. In the past year, they have donated time and funds to rebuild a Mexican orphanage and school in Baja California. During the children's story by Tenor Bob Ferguson, Baritone Zeke Vieira played his violin, accompanied by Pianist Jerry Albritton, while Tenor Jay Robinson sang a solo in "All through the Night." Throughout the concert day, several singers sang solos including Baritone Don Troyer, Tenor Ron Tkalec, Bass Harold Van Dyke, and Tenor Mario Roche.
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It was past sunset when the last concert ended and in spite of long hours and weak knees there was no question that God had abundantly blessed all, listeners and singers alike.  On the drive back home, in the stillness of the night, the words from Psalm 8 echoed, "LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!"
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Below are photos from the March 10 concerts  (Note: to enlarge a photo, double click on it.)

PHOTOS BELOW FROM

THE MISSION ROAD CHURCH

JAPANESE & ENGLISH CONGREGATIONS

PHOTOS BELOW FROM

THE INLAND EMPIRE FILIPINO SDA CHURCH

12th ANNIVERSARY

PHOTOS BELOW FROM

HERITAGE GARDENS HEALTH CARE CENTER

LOMA LINDA

PHOTOS BELOW FROM

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CONCERT

TEMECULA

News Article & Concert Photos
by Nancy Troyer,
His Voice Communications

Men's Chorus Sings His Praises from San Diego to Ontario

Saturday, February 4, 2012, His Voice headed south to San Diego to sing for the Tierrasanta Adventist Church on Clairemont Mesa Boulevard.  The day began with an early-riser pancake breakfast followed by the beautiful music of men singing in the spacious church sanctuary.  Michael Naluai directed His Voice during the worship service which was broadcast live.  Before leaving for their next concert, His Voice enjoyed a delightful luncheon in the Tierrasanta Church fellowship hall.

Following lunch, His Voice journeyed to Old Town Temecula to sing for the folk who gathered at Pepsi Playpark off Moreno Road. His Voice was invited by the Fallbrook Adventist Church for their monthly outreach in Temecula.  Some folk in the park were passing by, others made it their home, but all enjoyed the gospel songs with pianist Jerry Albritton valiantly plucking the ivories of his portable keyboard. 

Several miles later from Temecula to Ontario, His Voice arrived at Sunrise Church on Fifth Street ready to sing for the "First Saturday Night of the Month Concert" that has featured such singers as the Weatherfords, Promiseland, and the Harrisons.  The Tradesmen Gospel Quartet began and ended the evening concert with His Voice singing several songs in between. The Tradesmen has a rich heritage in Gospel music, sharing Christ for the past thirty years and presently consists of Terry Stockman, with his son Brandon and daughter Trina.  His Voice was honored to be a part of this decade-old monthly concert series and would love to visit again.

Below are some photos by Nancy Troyer, His Voice Communications, from the three Saturday concerts.  (Note: to enlarge a photo, double click on it.)

AT THE TIERRASANTA ADVENTIST CHURCH:

AT OLD TEMECULA'S PEPSI PLAYPARK:

AT SUNRISE CHURCH WITH THE TRADESMEN GOSPEL QUARTET:

          Terry Stockman of the Tradesmen Gospel Quartet with His Voice

His Voice Spotlights Calvary

This past Saturday, January 14, 2012, the men and families of His Voice gathered at a very familiar church, Valley Adventist Church on Bradley in Sun City, the same place the men practice each week. 
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The concert opened with Isaiah 6:1-7 being read by baritone Don Troyer introducing Holy is the Lord.  Director Michael Naluai with Jerry Albritton at the piano lead His Voice in their first worship concert of the New Year. A scene from Calvary unfolded as the friends of Jesus took Him off the cross and carried Him to the tomb. Later, Mary visited the tomb and was surprised by Jesus.  As His Voice sang the chorus of their signature song Written in Red, the risen Saviour traced the words of the chorus on the cross,
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"I love you, that's what Calvary is all about...."
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Several other songs followed and Director Mike read from Scripture describing the new heaven and new earth and the men reverently closed the concert by singing The Lord's Prayer.

Below are a few snapshots of that morning...