Well, clever headline writer I may not be, but JERRY HITT certainly made his homecoming performance a memorable evening for everyone who attended on Saturday. Jerry’s classmates and friends from Post, as well as our guests from all over the area were amazed by a world class concert pianist, and a genuine miracle.
It was the first time Jerry had performed in his home town in over forty years. There was a time that he could not have done it. Jerry’s battle with Parkinsons Disease had robbed him of his ability to play, and a career spanning five decades appeared to be at an end. He is certain that the Lord has given him a reprieve from that fate for a reason. He is playing again, with his faith in Christ to release and empower his hands for every performance. And He does indeed!
Although seldom without pain, Jerry attacks the piano with youthful vitality and a joyful spirit. The result is stunning. Particularly so, knowing the trial he endures to perform. We are grateful to him, and feel honored to have our new piano blessed by such talented hands.
The other musical performers, Jerry Brownlow, Donnie Sneed, and I all realized that we were sharing the stage with a genuine artist on Saturday night. Post City was proud to have JERRY HITT home again.
After the concert and reception, Jerry stayed to see PETER THE ROCK. He went home to Dallas committed to helping us find additional funding for the theater, after traveling at his own expense and performing for free.
Our Benefit Concert raised over $5,000 and we are grateful to everyone who performed, and the generous donations of all 376 who attended. It was our largest audience yet, and I hope everyone went home with a glad heart, determined to tell everyone they know about this wonderful place…Ragtown Gospel Theater in Post!
Bless Y’all,
Chip
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