A few people in my past were big fans of the A Cappella organization. At one point, it was just two guys on tour with pre-recorded tracks, but it was more often several guys. Later, additional groups were spawned, including women and children. AVB, the A Cappella Vocal Band, made forays into rappish tunes and used more vocal percussion effects. I was never too big a fan myself, but I find myself going back to the past once in a while now.
Here is a YouTube link to an AVB song I happened to pull out yesterday. Jedd and I listened while on an adventure and hour-long errand. The message is simple but simply provocative for all of us—even those of us who’ve heard throughout our lives that we should call “Bible things by Bible names.” I was happy this morning to be able to remember the words to the chorus. I left the last line open for Jedd to fill in, and fill it in he did, with a smile. I think this song’s punch drove home something he’s known for a few years already.
You can’t go to church as some people say —
The common terminology we use everyday —
You can go to a building—that is something you can do—
But you can’t go to church
‘Cause the church is you
While I’m heading into the past with music from the 80s and 90s . . . a song that still gets to me, as sung by the parent group A Cappella, is “Fly Away,” in which I am reminded that “we will fly away when He hears His Father say, ‘Jesus, go and get your bride, today is your wedding day.'”
Earnestly Speaking 
Dr. Casey,
I don’t know if you remember me, but my name is Kadelyn Burd. You taught Music History Survey l at Sheridan community college. I was in your class. I’ve been trying to find you recently to offer my sincerest apologies. I treated you with a great amount of disrespect and the worst of it all, I allowed my sinful nature mock your faith. I have found Christ and am now asking for your forgiveness. I understand if you do not. I hurt you and your family very badly. I pray that you and your family live a beautiful life, form in your faith and continuing to help others find God. Thank you for reading this.
Sincerely,
Kadelyn
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Kadelyn, what an unexpected piece of communication this is. Thank you for it. Our year at Sheridan was not a terrific year in a few respects, for sure. Yes, I remember you, but I don’t think I was fully aware of your role in . . . shall we say “opposition” that year. Based on your open statement here, I do forgive you, and I thank you very much for making this effort. It means a lot.
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Kadelyn, What a difference being in the Lord has made for you! Praising God for your new life in Christ! I personally am blessed by your honest apology because my husband and I knew Brian before he was born…he is a very special person in my life and now especially in my later years. Continue to walk with Jesus, studying His Word daily so that you can live a more joyous life. Challenges will come, but Jesus will help you through them. ~~ Phil. 4:4-9
Anne B.,
missionary, Trauma Recovery Specialist volunteering with Covasna County, Transylvania Red Cross. (http://gods-children.org)
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Indeed…harmonious blasts from the past: well played! (er..ah…well sung!)
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Glad Jed likes the song, “You can’t go TO Church…because You Are The Church!” I wish all people who warm the pews had grown up understanding that. Delightful, encouraging message! ~~ Anne B.
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We’ve had some good times with the song! And it wasn’t a new concept to him….
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