02/12/2025
Autograph to share?
A signature on a check is less commonplace than it used to be as most of us are using cards or digital payments these days. Regardless, our names have worth! When I was a kid, my dad often said, “When you do something, it’s like signing your name to it.” You’re putting your autograph on each thing you do or are a part of.
This past month, a band I work with gave their fans an opportunity to be on the OTHER side of the autograph line, and it blew my mind. Most of the work I do around the touring community has me seeing “fans” WANTING something—an autograph, guitar pick, drum stick, hug, a photo—something they can TAKE. That doesn’t make it weird, it’s what being a fan is usually about. But when a fan changes seats with the band, and instead GIVES to them, that is a rare and holy moment. And through this band’s fundraiser for a new-to-them tour bus, I got a front row seat to that holy moment! It’s a blessing seeing those I serve be cared for and it has even helped to redefine how I see that band’s work; their fans are joining them in ministry.
I tell you this because 1) it blessed me to see a spirit of giving from a place where I normally see getting, and 2) I want to invite you to share your ‘autograph’ – signing your name to the ministry of LightsOut by joining us. This ministry takes prayer and caring from our community, but also takes financial resources. Your partnership helps cover the costs of travel to be with artists, the salary we live on, and the rising costs of insurance for our family–all of which are covered by our non-profit. We believe that who you are when you step off stage matters. We seek to serve artists thru discipleship teaching a life of Christ-like serving, not just in the bright moments, but also when the Lights go Out. Can you help us do that with a contribution? Head over to the LightsOut Giving Tuesday fundraiser please and thank you :)
