Also that next morning my five year old Emma started cheering through the Upward program and she was so excited. I didn’t get to make the game because we left pretty early but I did get to see her all prettied up before I left. You can tell by the pictures that she had a ball and did a great job cheering. We’re so proud of her!!

So the point of all this is we took some pictures and wanted to share a few. Of course you won’t be able to see all the pictures because well, we’re crazy parents and we take way to many, but you can enjoy a few of them here. Blessings to you all and have a wonderful week.

We had a special guest at the Tivoli Saturday night, Rhonda Frye from sgnscoops.com was in attendance, and she was so kind to write a mini review of the concert. I am going to post a copy of the review below.

Collingsworth Family and Voices Won Well Received In Chattanooga

Written by Rhonda on August 16, 2010 – 9:41 am -

(on site report- Rhonda Frye)

Chattanooga  Tennessee’s “Tivoli Theater” known as “The Jewel of the South” was built in 1921 and renovated in 1989.  History says this Italian Renaissance ”showplace of elegance” was designed to transport patrons into a world of richness and splendor. As beautiful as it is, the cosmetic beauty of the Tivoli couldn’t compare to the richness and splendor of God’s glory as the Holy Presence of God filled the theater- ushered in through the music of the Collingsworth Family and Voices Won. 

It was a special night for Voices Won, a trio of brothers from neighboring, Dalton GA.  In a blog posted on Voices Won’s website, Staclynn tells the story of the Tivoli Theater being the place where God planted the dream to sing gospel music into his heart.  Voices Won quickly won the approval of the audience with sincere dispositions and tight harmonies that only blood relatives could possibly produce.  The brothers sang a variety of songs including “God’s Big Hand” and several other selections from their latest album.  Voices Won “won” the hearts of the audience by singing with only an acoustic guitar to selections chosen by the audience.

With much grace,elegance and anointing the Collingsworth Family took the stage sharing testimonies and amazing talents.  Husband and Wife- Phil Sr and Kim plus their 4 children  sang  together from their collection of music.  The Collingsworth family quickly displayed many talents in addition to singing.  Phil Sr played familiar worship songs including “Shout To The Lord” on the trumpet then Brooklyn and Courtney played several hymns including “Wonderful Grace of Jesus” on the violin.  “Musician of the Year” (2009 Ovation Awards) Kim Collingsworth captivated the audience as she played “My Tribute” on her personal grand concert piano.  With adoration for God seeping from her entire being as her hands graced the ivories, the entire audience was deeply moved.   

The Collingsworth Family transparently shared testimonies of God’s faithfulness and other big news in their lives- such as the engagement of both Brooklyn and Courtney.    Phil Collingsworth fittingly concluded the unforgettable evening by leading the congregation in singing The Doxology. 

Both Voices Won and the Collingsworth Family announced upcoming news.  Voices Won will open for Ernie Haase and Signature Sound on October 16 in Dalton, GA.  Voices Won is planning an Anniversary Singing including “Sisters”, “The Akins”, “Karen Peck & New River” and Mark Bishop for November 12 &13 in Dalton GA.  For more information visit http://voiceswon.com/

The Collingsworth Family is scheduled to release 2 new dvd’s this September one includes a “decade of memories”- A testimony of God’s faithfulness for the first 10 years in Gospel Music. For more music, dvd and concert information visit http://www.thecollingsworthfamily.com/home.shtml

Our uncle, Ray Faulknor, is one of my biggest influences and sang bass for many years with The Trailblazers. In 1989, right after we moved to Georgia, they recorded a live video at The Tivoli Theater. I can remember so many things about that night and one thing that I can vividly remember as a 9 year old boy sitting there in that theater was I knew that I wanted to sing gospel music, and it has always been a dream of mine to get the opportunity to sing on that same stage.

There have been several experiences that have been dreams come true for me, like for instance getting to share the stage with people like Clayton Inman, Mark Bishop, The Booth Brothers, and Brian Free. Getting to sing at NQC (even though we haven’t made the big stage yet) or signing a recording contract with a company like Crossroads. I’ve had many dreams realized for me and this week I will get to add another.

This coming Saturday night, August 14^th @ 7p.m., we are opening a concert for The Collingsworth Family at The Tivoli Theater. Finally I will get to sing in the room where my original dream was planted. Needless to say I’m very excited! Psalms 37:4 says to “delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart”. I must be doing something right because He has been so good to me, of course I know He loves us all the same. Hope to see you there!!

We do still have tickets available for this concert; contact@voiceswon.com

Anyway, if you are within driving distance of Acworth, Ga, you have a special invitation to come and hear Voices Won along with one of our favorites…TRIUMPHANT Quartet.  If you like good solid quartet singing (and trio), then you need to be there.  The concert will be at the Chattahoochee Technical College and is located at I-75 and exit 278.  If you decide to make the trip, call 770-926-6021 for tickets and information.

Look forward to seeing you there.  Blessings!!

P.S. If you can also guess the restaurant we will mail you a $25 gift certificate to this place, but you must guess who the person in the back looks like first. So really you have to read my mind and figure out where I ate. Also comments on the beauty of my girls are also appreciated…..lol!!

August 7th starts @ 6:30 
CHATTAHOOCHEE TECH – ACWORTH, GA
(North Metro Campus) 5198 Ross Road
I-75 at exit 278  
  
  Tickets:  Artist Circle $22.00 (Rows A – D)
                Reserved $20.00 (Rows E – I)
General Admission – Advance $17.00 -
Day of Singing $20.00
CUT OFF DATE FOR ADVANCE TICKETS:  AUGUST 1.

To order tickets send check & self addressed stamped envelope to:
Robert York, 4030 Ebenezer Dr., Marietta, GA  30066

THE COLLINGSWORTH FAMILY & VOICES WON -

Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 7:00 PM - Tivoli Theatre, 709 Broad Street, Chattanooga, TN

Tickets to this event are $20. We have tickets on the Right side section- rows K,L,and M also on the Right center section rows K,L,and M and rows T,U,V, and W. Please Contact Us First For Your Ticket Needs. For ticket orders or questions send information to contact@voiceswon.com. To view a seating chart click here.

Also on a side note I put up some pictures of  our mom’s birthday get together that Jaron and Sandy hosted at their house. You can see those pictures here.