In May, Mia auditioned for the part of "Pepper", the bully orphan, in our church theater group's production of Annie. It quickly became a family affair, as I was asked last minute to lead set painting workshops during our summer week intensive, and Carrie was asked to cartoon the entire cast (70) in vintage "Annie" comic style for posters on the set, as well as be on crew. Tonight is opening night, and as we all look forward to the break from long days and late night rehearsals in two weeks, we will also be a little sad the fun is over. From day one of camp (a week of 8 hour days full of blocking, set work, theater workshops, culture workshops,etc) this cast of kids, ages 11-19, have worked together and encouraged each other in ways I have seldom seen. My girls come out of rehearsals beaming through their exhausted bodies. This show is to be a benefit for a local foster ministry, and the kids have dived in head first with an amazing amount of energy, devotion, and passion to make it the best show they can produce. It will not disappoint! I am so proud to be associated with this production and the people involved. They have exemplified Christ's love for one another and those struggling to find "a home". May God bless those on stage and in the audience, and continue the great work He started back in May!
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