We're very excited that this is finally done and ready to show all of you. You can pick up a copy at the festival for a $2 donation. Take a look at these excerpts and view the whole thing here.
And here's an excerpt from the program, written by Directors Dan and Alison Russell:
We’re glad YOU are here!
As you may know, SoulFest is the largest multi-day music festival in New England, but that is not what makes SoulFest unique. SoulFest is an event where thousands of believers come from across New England and the northeast to worship, celebrate, experience and discover more about True Love.
True Love IS the message of Jesus. Jesus came to reveal God’s love to everyone and it’s THIS LOVE that transforms us. As we celebrate, worship, experience, and grow in our understanding, you can't help but hear Jesus say, “as I love you, love one another.” Loving one another, looking out after “the least of these,” is what Jesus is saying to each of us here this weekend. We encourage you to rededicate yourself and allow yourself this powerful opportunity to be transformed further as a soul-connected believer in True Love.
There is Music everywhere: Both the Revival stage and the Inside Out stage offer a fresh line up of artists who have come from around the world to share their songs. However, we don’t want you to miss experiencing the essense of SoulFest, best discovered at the more intimate stages. At the Mountain Top stage you can see a rare solo performance by Switchfoot’s Jon Foreman along with many other rare performances with Jason Upton, Matthew West and others. The combination of the breathtaking panoramic setting and the unplugged performances, make the Mountain Top Stage one of the most popular SoulFest experiences. The Deeper Well offers a variety of great singer-songwriters, including the introspective Morning Rising, led each morning by Brant Christopher and friends, to the late night Afterglow with Paul Colman and Matt Maher. Last, but not least, the Mercy Street stage hosts several great alternative and rock artists, and features the late night Encore performances of John Rueben, B Reith, Jars of Clay and Paper Route. We know you’ll find renewed inspiration from experiencing these soul-connected artists.
While walking about the festival, check out the True Love exchange wall, located beside the Cross in the Revival Stage arena. This wall exists for those who want to put their love into practical action this weekend. If you have something to give, or if you have a need, [refrigerator, washer, dryer, computer, frequent flyer miles, car, guitar, etc… ] please pick up the provided heart shaped paper and write what you would like to offer, include your cell phone and city/state. Put your offering on the side of the wall called, LOVE. If you are in need of something, write that on the heart paper with your cell/city/state and put it on the side of the wall that says HOPE. This “Action” is quite fantastic. Last year we witnessed many needs being met, some of a critical nature.
In keeping with the SoulFest Pledge (found on the back cover of the program) please be mindful of the 7 Walls of Intention as you walk past the main entrance. Pause and consider writing a thought, a prayer request, your intention and hope for being at SoulFest. Beyond that we encourage you to talk with all of the vendors, colleges, charities and festival partners represented here that have so much to offer. The Walk4Water, in particular, is another SoulFest life changing experience. Please don’t miss participating. Foundational to SoulFest is our beloved Cross ministry at the Revival stage, and the NEPC Prayer tent located on Grace Way. Please spend time with them, they are yours. Listen to your heart, let go and discover more about God's unconditional love for you.
This year at SoulFest our primary ministry partner and good friends, the Not For Sale Campaign, will be presenting us opportunities to experience further God’s love for us as we learn, commit and engage in action that reflects True Love. Not For Sale isn’t just about combating modern slavery here in America, and throughout our world, they are dedicated to God’s call to help those who are suffering from extreme poverty and the many dark ramifications these victims are vulnerable to. The Not For Sale Campaign not only exposes and rescues victims of slavery, they initiate and support several vital efforts to transition victims of slavery into a self-sufficient life that ultimately prevents them from being a victim again. The NFS team is here to help us better understand what slavery looks like and where it is. As True Love Believers, we are automatically compelled to respond as Jesus would, to help truly set the captives free. Their tent is located in the Revival stage arena. Please meet this dedicated and passionate team of True Love Believers.
Our deepest hope is that during the next few days, you will hear God’s call on your life and know more deeply that God’s love for you is unending, never-changing and unconditional, and, as this Truth washes over you, you will then hear what comes next….. “feed my sheep,” “the least of these,” “love one another,” because that is the present day net result of being a True Love Believer and this is what we hope SoulFest 2010 will provide for you. We pray you continued wisdom, courage and hope on your sacred adventure, this week and beyond.
By fantastic mercy,
Dan and Ali Russell
2 comments:
QUESTION: what was that little food joint across from Bolivia's Best this year? it was very natural, and i dont remember the name, does anyone know itttt ?
thanks, cadence
Josh - nope.
Heather - I believe the food vendor was called "Sun Weaver"
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