Last pix from Lexington

One thing that Barney Johnson does during the conference is work with the youth from all the attending churches to build a choir composed strictly of teens and young adults. This is that choir. There were so many kids wanting to sing for Elder Barney that they couldn't all fit in the choir loft. He works with them Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, then they perform Thursday evening. He writes the arrangements and often sequences the music in his electronic keyboards. Other times, the live organist, pianist and drummer accompany the choir. This year they sang four songs; and they sing with great gusto and spirit. We clapped, we swayed, we shouted for joy. I never cease to be amazed at what Barney accomplishes is such a short time.



I like this photo of Elder Ward presiding over "preacher's row." It's a line of seats off to the side of the platform. Actually, the front three rows of the congregational seating is also reserved for preachers because of the large number of ministers who come from all over the country to attend the Main Street conference.

Needless to say, I was in good company and I only regret that we were able to spend such a short time together. The conference ramps up, we're off and running, and suddenly it's over and we all have to go back to real life. But, it was a great time of blessings and refreshing for me. Now I only have to wait eleven-and-a-half months before I get to go back.