Worship in the DR

The highlight of today has got to be worship. We gathered with the Haitians in their small church, and they sang from the depths of their souls. They had no instrumentation and sang a capella. They didn't need instruments!

Then we joined the Dominicans for their worship. They too sang loudly and strongly. Since this is an evangelical church, I recognized many of the songs and sang along in English. My favorite song is called Allabare (or Praise!)

What always effects me is the passion both the Haitians and Dominicans bring to their worship. It is clear that the way they sing is born of their experience. When they sing about God helping them overcome, they really believe it. I wonder how our worship would be revolutionized if everyone gathered sang with the same gusto that the Dominicans and Haitians do. They really believe their faith. They really live their faith. It is my hope that my children will learn to worship with passion and in truth.

Off to the 15th Anniversary Celebration with Mission Emanuel.