Recently when my sister visited, we had the opportunity to watch an updated version of one of my favorite movies, Sabrina. The updated version stars Harrison Ford as Linus Larrabee the workaholic older brother who runs a multi-billion dollar dynasty. (I promise not give any spoilers here, so it’s safe to read on.) At one point in the movie Linus is chiding David, the younger brother who is a dilettante:
David Larrabee: You’re talking about my life.
Linus Larrabee: I pay for your life, David. My life makes your life possible.
David Larrabee: I resent that.
Linus Larrabee: So do I.
Last week, KnoxCAM began our 2013-2014 season. It was an exciting meeting! There were new members including a well qualified orchestra director who was coming onboard this year, talk of the purchase of our own keyboard which can be used for travel or sectional rehearsals, and lots of sheet music! I felt like it was Christmas with this year’s haul of shiny new toys!
As I walked out the door that evening, it suddenly hit me. I’m like David Larrabee. For years I’ve been having all the fun, not having to be concerned with where the money came from to sponsor this activity which gives me so much joy. I know Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church includes KnoxCAM in its missions budget, but I am also aware we have other donors. To my knowledge, they have all been anonymous donors some even giving things like hiring a bus to drive us to an event! I honestly cannot tell you how many have given, nor how much they have given.
This part of the ministry has been kept somewhat transparent from those of us who volunteer our talents. I know how I can donate funds to allow KnoxCAM to continue, but I’ve never been put under pressure to make a monetary donation in addition to the contribution of my time and abilities. Yes, I’m a bit like David Larrabee; I have sometimes ignored those who “make KnoxCAM possible.” There is, however, a giant difference between Linus Larrabee and our KnoxCAM donors; Mr. Larabee resented his role as the one whose monetary contribution made his brother’s life possible. The donors who are part of our KnoxCAM family give out of their love for Jesus and a desire to spread the Gospel.
As I write this, it’s Labor Day 2013 and I want to express my gratitude to all those whose labor has provided the monetary resources which make KnoxCAM a reality. Without you, KnoxCAM’s reach would be quite limited and our ability to express God’s loving message in such a beautiful way would be severely hindered.
If you have been inspired by the vision of this ministry, but do not have the time, or are not gifted with the artistic talents required to perform with us, please consider becoming a part of the KnoxCAM family by giving a monetary gift. For information on donations, please see https://knoxcam.org/support/