It has been said – and proved! — that when we commit to a particular outcome, the Universe begins moving energies, people, and events in support of that commitment. And then comes the next step of doing the work… whether as baby or giant steps, “doing what we can do, with what we have, from where we are,” (a quote from Mary Morrissey). And that’s often when the obstacles crop up, and there’s a need for consistent, focused action and practice. Ultimately, there is the joy that comes, both during the process and with the attainment of the goal.
This idea of commitment is one that the members of the Essence of Joy choirs, under the direction of Dr. Anthony Leach, understand and engage with on a profound level. They are committed to creating beauty and sharing the palpable joy of a rich choral tradition with as wide an audience as they possibly can. As a group, they have committed to travelling to Hawaii next summer, and I am happy to support that vibrant journey.
The paintings will be featured in a Silent Auction on Monday, November
14, 2022 at Trinity Lutheran Church, State College, PA. All proceeds from
the Auction will benefit travel by Essence of Joy, Penn State to Hawaii in
March 2023.
