'Raise the Roof' concert will raise funds for local residents' continued work on medical facility in Haiti
(Photo and graphic provided) Above, local residents are proud of the work they've completed thus far in Haiti, including the church they constructed in the lower right corner of this photo. Below, the poster below for the concert can be found at locations across Whitley County in hopes of breaking last year's Raise the Roof record attendance.
–By Jennifer Zartman Romano
On Saturday, April 25, at 7 p.m., ten area musicians and vocalists, most of whom you’ll know or recognize, will use their God-given talents to improve the lives of those less fortunate many, many miles away.
For the fourth consecutive time, First Church of God will be hosting “Raise the Roof,” a praise and worship concert to benefit the construction of a medical facility at an orphanage in Haiti – a mission near and dear to the hearts of not only the musicians and vocalists participating in the event, but for many Whitley County residents as well.
The concert, organized by vocalist John Alcock, will feature interpretations of God as presented through music, video and testimonials.
The concert is free, however, Alcock and others are hopeful that attendees will feel moved to make a contribution to help continue the amazing work being completed in Haiti by local residents through the Partners in the Journey Haiti Outreach and, more specifically, the Go and Produce (GAP) Ministries, an initiative developed by Steve Mossburg of Whitley County. Over the years, Mossburg has led many, many mission trips to Haiti, personally lending an hand in poverty-stricken areas.
Last year’s Raise the Roof concert was attended by approximately 500 people and raised a record-setting $7,000 to support the medical facility project in Haiti. Close to 100 local residents have accompanied Mossburg in completing projects in Haiti over the past several years, thereby developing lasting contributions to the health and well-being of those living nearby.
First Church of God is located at 1200 West Depoy Drive on the west side of Columbia City, just south of US 30.
For more information or to make a personal contribution to the project, contact First Church of God at 244-5959.
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