The Prayer

Just recently, I had the privilege of joining Gary Valenciano, Jed Madela and Angeline Quinto in a concert at The Star Theatre in Singapore. Of course, we all know how great they are as performers and, suffice to say, they allowed for a memorable experience not only for me but for all those in attendance.

Prior to the concert, Gary V. led the crowd in prayer. It was one of the most beautiful prayers I’ve heard. Luckily, my husband was able to capture it on video. Here it is, verbatim:

JED MADELA, Gary Valenciano, the author and Angeline Quinto at The Star Theatre in Singapore

“Dear God, we are four people coming onstage here in Singapore Lord. Many times Father, in the middle of our work, we sometimes forget the impact we have on people. There are overseas Filipino workers here in Singapore, many of whom are professionals, who would have rather been professionals back home. But they are away from their families. Yes, they may be earning more here. Yes, they are providing for their families back home, but many are separated from the people they love. And here we are Lord, together. I pray tonight Father, na kahit apat lang kami, we know that we are still complete because You are a part of this. And because You are a part of this, we know Lord that You are going to make us shine. People may say after the performance, ‘Ang galing ng Pilipino’ but they find a will, a reason why, and that is because of You. We don’t have to speak about You, we just have to show it when we go onstage. We’re giving You our very best because You Father have given us Your very best, You always do and You never fail to do so. Thank You father for everything, bless us.”

I was really touched by Gary’s prayer. It was so selfless and humble. It is so perfect especially as we start the first week of advent. It made me want to work harder. It made me realize that as entertainers we have a responsibility to others not just ourselves. As Peter Parker’s Uncle Ben said, “With great power comes great responsibility.”

The Prayer

Source: Mb.com.ph (December 02, 2014 at 10:00PM)

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