Rich Mullins a sacred music concert 1977 complete concert

A Sacred Music Concert – Erlanger United Methodist Church – 1977
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Early in 1977, richard began working as a youth minister for a Methodist church in Northern Kentucky. He quickly fell in love with these kids who had shortened his name to “chard”, their parents, those he directed in the choir and most especially their pastor, Mr. Barber. Somehow, these folks “got” him and he blossomed into what he considered to be his first true ministry. They loved his playfulness, his devotion and commitment to their kids and his respect for the adults of all ages attending there. His car was always full of kids and he took them everywhere with him. His mom and dad were used to him showing up with a car full of college kids… now it was junior high and high school kids. I was traveling for CBS in Come Alive for the Summer, and lost count of how many times I’d look out from the stage to see some of them standing in the back…because they were always late… waving madly at me. Richard.. bringing his youth group to Come Alive concerts …who’d’ve thought. But, they were his kids, and he wanted to open their awareness to all the opportunities out there... which included CBS. He did end up writing a song called, “Come Alive” that Summer… though the inspiration stopped at the title. The church folks, who also gave him his first guitar, hosted a number of concerts for him to share his music. One such evening was called, “A Sacred Music Concert”. One of his youth sponsors and soon to be co-founders of Zion, Pam Zea, recorded and took pictures that evening …and for years to come. Certainly, gifts that keep on giving for which I’m ever grateful. I’ve posted each of these songs in some form over the years, but thought you might enjoy hearing the evening in its entirety. He quite often took time in his concerts to talk, rant or wax eloquently.. depending. But, this night… he was home. He deeply loved these people and their kids, so took time to do a bit of coaching as well, which is lovely. For any of you who were there that evening, this is for you… and for those like Joe Cook who just want to listen in on what was a wonderfully personal evening with “chard”. Here is the complete concert of “A Sacred Music Concert”, Erlanger United Methodist Church, 1977.

[Linda-looy]

He was about 22 at that time. You all were blessed to be a part of his life.
Since learning of him, studying his public stories and some of the more intimate family interviews I can see why he became a beloved friend to everyone.
I have shared his works hoping others enjoyed as much as me.
There are lessons in every talk and every song.
This recording was a real treat. I believe there was only one song here that I have heard studio recorded.
The others were new to me.
I am grateful the lyrics were included, I love the perfect timing with the voice.
Whomever ...beth... is, I am thankful for her love for Rich and sharing her gift.
I know he is a gift of God.
Love, to his fans and the body of Christ everywhere!

[rhondawilkins_]

I grew up in the " United Methodist Church"....would have been 12 years old in 1977 when " Chard" was youth group leader at that Methodist Church in Kentucky. I live in ARKANSAS and it would have been a HUGE BLESSING to have Rich as a youth group leader.It would have been 1983 when I first heard his name mentioned at an " Amy Grant/ Michael W. Smith" concert I attended at Barton Coliseum in Little Rock.Thank you RICH MULLINS for being my go to music in many difficult seasons of life.

[RagamuffinArchive]

Hey, I just noticed I got a shout-out in the description! :-) Thanks so much for posting this!

[philmonk]

Grest collection of songs. It's so inspiring to hear his freedom in how he wrote scripture songs. I really appreciate the content being shared. When he passed I sang "peace" at church shortly thereafter as a tribute. My wife and I are now missionaries in Guatemala... I was blessed recently to see Rich was here years ago. Thanks again for sharing.

[mcclure]

Just finished listening to the whole concert. So agree with you, Beth. Just lovely. Thank-you so much for posting it.

[matthewstenzel]

55:30 Wasn't it actually The Jesus Record album?