"My wife, Marjorie and I had the privilege of hearing the
Young at Heart Choir for the first time the last week of June 2006 in
Colorado Springs. We didn't have any idea what to expect! However,
we were absolutely blown away from their very first number! We
were so thankful that we would hear them over and over, both morning
and evening for 5 days! Each presentation got better. The
choir is wonderful & exciting! Just enough humor to make
it all interesting. However, their love for the Lord was
so evident every time they sang. After serving as the Minister
of Music for 40 years, this was one of those time when I wished I
was still on a church staff, so I could have scheduled them to sing
in MY church. Any church in America would be blessed to have
them in concert! |
Dear Mrs. Connie:
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Greeting friends and every blessing in Jesus. Thank you for sharing with PPCC and the our guests on the weekend of APRIL 16-17. If we were to measure the outcome, I would rate our time together as "VERY HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL". You were absolutely fantastic to "fit in" so well indeed, I would suggest a "perfect fit". We thoroughly enjoyed the giftedness of the group and the "antics" that delighted the church family. On a personal level, I believe we have made new friends of you and the group. Thank you so much guys for your ministry unto the Lord and, we look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back. Your new mate from the land downunder.
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DON’T INVITE THEM … UNLESS YOU ARE PREPARED TO: Meet their Fearless Leader, Connie Atkinson, who radiates love for Jesus with her great enthusiasm, musical talents and organizational skills of more than a dozen normal people! She is a motivated shepherd to the YOUNG AT HEART choir’s marvelous group of mature men and women. This blessed combination of people has everyone attending their concerts tapping their toes, clapping their hands and praising our Lord! The YOUNG AT HEART ministry demonstrates their enormous love for Jesus Christ as his servants sharing their God-given talents in heavenly music and humor to churches all over our country. DON’T miss their uplifting outreach of love, friendship and praise. We are thankful for the memories!
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QUESTIONNAIRE OF RESPONSE TO THE
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| “A report from Randy Coleman, Senior Pastor, Central Assembly
of God, Enid, OK |
| A Letter received from New Mexico Congress Woman, Heather Wilson: “ Dear Connie, Congratulations to the Young At Heart Choir for its many accomplishments. It is nice to see such dedication and success come from a group that has been around since 1988. Your participation, team effort, and commitment to your choir is greatly appreciated in our community. I am confident that the standing ovation you received at the “All State Teachers Conference” will not be your last one. Best wishes on your continued success, and future accomplishments. Heather Wilson, Member of Congress. |
| Dear Young At Heart Choir, “I thought I would let you know that we had 7(seven) all over 65 who got saved this past Friday when you were here. That was a record day for salvations at Super Seniors!!! Statistics tell us the 1 in 500,000 get saved after the age of 65. So according to that, we must have had 3.5 MILLION Super Seniors Friday!@ PTL – Just thought I would pass along the greatest news and you can share it with your wonderful folks!!!!!!! Thanks for everything. All of you were a blessing and God used you and I know will continue to. Get with me about dates the next time you know you will be here if Florida. Clark Dawson/Senior Adult Pastor Faith Baptist, Sarasota, Florida – 3/04 |
| Dear “Young At Heart Choir, Thank You for ministering to Liberty Baptist Church! Senior Sunday was a tremendous day. As a result there were many first time visitors and it may have been the first time some have heard the gospel. Your program was fantastic and enjoyed by everyone. I appreciate your faithfulness to the Lord as each of you continue to serve Him. Again, thank you for coming to Liberty Baptist Church.” Dr, Gary R. Jackson/Pastor Sarasota, Florida – 3/04 |
| “Young At Heart” will bring a message of spiritual vitality
to your church. Our congregation, young and old and all in between
were blessed and challenged by their music, humor, and deep commitment
to Jesus Christ.” Alan Eastland / Sr. Pastor Living Way Fellowship Foursquare Church – Littleton, CO – 10/03 |
| “One of this years highlights was the presentation of the
“Young At Heart” choir. They truly lived out before
us the message that “You’re never to old to serve Jesus”.
Moreover our young people were stirred with zeal to start serving
now because of the witness of “Young At Heart. Seeing
their lively, sparking joy-filled faces will be a vibrant loving memory
in the minds of Living Way Fellowship for a long time.” Andy Miller/Asst. Pastor Living Way Fellowship Foursquare Church – Littleton, CO – 9/03 |
| “Having the “Young At Heart” Choir at our church
was a real blessing. We had many complimentary comments about
the choir and the balance of humor, and good singing. I would certainly
recommend this choir to any church. It goes without saying the
director, Connie Atkinson is a wonderful communicator of the gospel
and is full of excitement that touches the hearts of people.
Don’t miss having this choir at your church” Russel McCracken Pastoral Care Minister/Southeast Christian Church – Parker, CO – 9/03 |
| In “The Choir Loft” newsletter from Brentwood
Music Choral Club, dated January 2002 a article from our director,
Connie Atkinson was published. We are very proud that this Music
Club agreed that this ministry of the Young At Heart Choir was valuable
and vital to the Christian world of music.
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| Awesome! Energetic! Worshipful! Fun! Not necessarily words
we normally associate with Senior Adults. YAH breaks the mold
as far as Senior Adults stereotype! This group of energetic
Keenagers if refreshingly connecting to folks of ever age bracket.
If you want a Christ Centered, Fun Filled Energetic Heart worship
meeting, invite this group of wonderful servants to your church. Pastor Walter Partain |
| “Young At Heart is a wonderful ministry that will bless and
encourage all ages. Their Humor and their Love for God and people
are truly an inspiration. Pastor Steve Smothermon Victory Love Fellowship, Albuquerque, NM |
| “First, what a pleasure to have Young at Heart come to our
church. Our congregation thoroughly enjoyed the evening.
We are a diverse church of about 1000 and have children, youth, middle
age and seniors who attend. We heard nothing but favorable comments.
The music was great and brought back many fond memories for
many of our seniors. The children were introduced to many of
these songs for the first time. The songs were interjected with
humorous stories and great warmth, which made a positive impression
that will be with them for a long time. Tyler, a 12 year old,
says, “They reminded me of my aunt who is funny and sings great!
We need to have them back again real soon!” What a wonderful
way to share a heritage of God’s grace and love to all!
Keep up the great ministry!” Laurie Freeman, Music Pastor New Life Community Church, Citrus Heights, CA |
| Sierra View Homes, a retirement facility was honored to host “The
Young At Heart Choir”. This choir is an outstanding group
of seniors that love to sing and share their love for God through
music. The Young At Heart Choir rates right up there with the best of concerts. We look forward to having them come back next year, and every year that they tour the Golden State.” Nancy Petinak, Activities Director Sierra View Homes, Reedley, CA |
| I would encourage any one of any age to invite the YAH choir to
come to your church. It will lift your spirits as you tap your
toes and sing-a-long with the choir. It is hard to believe that for
these people life seems to be just beginning. Our seniors enjoyed
the music, but so did a Varity of other ages who were present and
helping in the kitchen. Make it a church project and have a
great time and be lifted spiritually. Doug Davis, Seniors Pastor Calvary Bible Church, Bakersfield, CA |
| “The music was wonderful. It brought back so many wonderful
memories” “The Spirit of joy and belonging was evident
in each of the choir participants. The music well chosen. A
high percentage of our guests are retired or near retirement age.
I thought the greatest thing the choir shared was a people with vision
and purpose, reaching out in ministry and touching others. In God’s kingdom there is work for each of us to do.” “People are drawn to happy, joyful people, We’d be delighted to have your group come back. For us at The Great Passion Play it was a wonderful blend of music and joy filled with the Gospel message. Thank you for coming and sharing ministry with us. We pray that God will continue to work in the hearts of those who were touched.” Kay Peterson, Director “The Great Passion Play, Eureka Springs, AR |
| “I feel this group portrayed the vitality and joy which can
be found in Christ as we grow and mature in years and life.
The program was uplifting. The music presented was varied, with
a nice balance of humor, inspiration and worship.” David Williams, Minister of Music & Worship First Baptist Church, Naples, Florida |
| “In case anyone is wondering about having the Young at Heart
Choir for a service, put your mind at ease and have them. Everyone
will enjoy them. I mean all ages will be blessed. The
music and choice of numbers is exciting and spiritually uplifting.
There is some much-needed humor as well as heart-touching ministry
in the songs. Everyone in our church who attended the concert
was blessed and inspired. Take advantage of this group if you
possibly can
Rev. Paul McEachern, Pastor First Foursquare Church, El Paso, Texas |
| “The Young at Heart Choir does a fabulous job of communicating
the Gospel through the use of humor, dramatic visual effects, testimonials,
and, most of all, sincere people who love the Lord Jesus! As
a former music director, I was most impressed with the talent level
of this group. Their leader, Connie Atkinson, exudes enthusiasm
and ability. You will be truly blessed by having this outstanding
and dedicated group in your church!” D. Rix W. Tillman, Senior Pastor Immanuel Baptist Church, El Paso, Texas |
| “WOW, they are great!! What a wonderful program!
Be sure you get them next year! We need more groups like this
– they are humorous, inspirational and have great voices.
Those people really prove Christians can have FUN too! They
came, they charmed, they captivated! It is an evening we will
all remember.” Comments given to Eileen Corre Shell Pointe Village, Ft. Meyers, Florida |
| “The message this choir brought to our church
was of the Gospel, the fun Christians ought to be able to have, and
the joy of service. They brought a vibrant message with a fine
balance of fun and seriousness. The people are still talking
about them (positively) among our church body. The question
was asked, “Would you have them back?” Answer: “In
a heartbeat!” Joe Scoggin, Assoc. Pastor First Baptist Church, Lehigh Acres, Florida |