Tuesday, May 17, 2011

May 2011 Newsletter


Hello All,


Where'd you go. We missed you so. Seems like it's been forever since you've been gone! Just kidding; but not really because it's been way too long. Sooo....


What we've been upto since January:
Uno) We took some time to 'find ourselves'. It's always good to do that. You may notice some changes in the makeup of the band. That's because two guys went from being awesome bandmates to honorary bandmates.


Dos) We wanted to get some vision and values on paper. Here's what it looks like:
1. Music – To produce music that edifies the body of Christ
2. Mentor – To develop and encourage those earnestly seeking/stepping into their calling
3. Manna – To be proficient in the Word
4. Manifest – To manifest the gifts of the Holy Spirit as a band


Tres) WIRED: Some questions are important in life. Such as WHAT AM I WIRED TO DO? The band put their efforts into several ‘experiences’ in which Burli explained how even an interest for the game of Tetris or 18-wheelers can be used for the Kingdom of God. (Things fell from the ceiling – ask someone about it!)


What we are doing now:
Uno) We’re getting back to writing and recording. Our structure has changed, our sound has changed and our songs have changed. We will be releasing a brand new worship project in a few weeks. Keep your eyes on FB, Twitter, Youtube and Blogger for sneak peaks at lyrics and melodies


Dos) INDIA! That’s right. We’re going to India. To lead a revolution. Not just any old revolution. But a Sacred Revolution. Maybe you should be joining us! There’s much more to be said but we’ll let this marinade for a bit. More info to come.


What YOU can do:
Uno) ‘God does nothing on earth except save in answer to believing prayer.’ - John Wesley. We believe it. Pray for us.


Dos) Give. We have a lot of needs. We’d love to share with you what those needs are and figure out how you can help us. Send us an email if this is something that connects with you.


Upcoming Gigs:
May 20th: Jesus Day, New Hyde Park, New York
June 3rd-4th: PYFNJ Retreat, Sussex, NJ
June 17th-19th: Fusion 2011, Washington D.C.
June 30th-July 3rd: PCNAK (we’ll be leading Saturday night of Young Adult)

From your friendly neighborhood band,
theUPAFTER