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Loice Namatai Chinyerere (left) and Taziwa Brian Mbwizhu sing during the launch of their album at 7 Arts Avondale, a music venue in Harare, Zimbabwe. Photo by Kudzai Chingwe, UM News.

Young musicians praise God and share their faith
Three Zimbabweans with United Methodist roots enrich their church as they pursue and nurture their love of music.
Mission and Ministry
Kellie D. Brown is the author of “The Sound of Hope: Music as Solace, Resistance and Salvation During the Holocaust and World War II.” She discusses the book while seated in front of a stained-glass depiction of Jesus at First Broad Street United Methodist Church in Kingsport, Tenn., where she is a member. Photo by Mike DuBose, UM News.

An academic journey turns spiritual
Telling the stories of Jewish musicians who tried to bring hope to Nazi Germany concentration camps and ghettos has led musician Kellie D. Brown in a new direction. She’s training for the ministry.
Mission and Ministry
Gospel musicians record a song for an online worship service at Chisipiti United Methodist Church in Harare, Zimbabwe. United Methodists across the country are using music to provide strength and comfort during the pandemic. Seated, from left, are: Patricia Mapani, Christine Anesu Hove and Ricky Mapani. At rear is Ali White. Photo by Kudzai Chingwe, UM News.

Gospel music sparks hope amid COVID-19
Across Zimbabwe congregations, United Methodists keep music alive, offering solace and uplifting spirits.
Worship
The Rev. Andrea Davidson sings during the May 20 communion service at the 2016 United Methodist General Conference in Portland, Ore. File photo by Kathleen Barry, UM News.

The power of a song
Inspired songs such as Charles Wesley hymns and African American spirituals have helped retired librarian and journalist cope with the vicissitudes of life since she was a child.

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