Upcoming Album-Celestial-born in the middle of pain

For months we waited and were very excited about the recording of our second album, and on the 5th of June, the day finally arrived.  We were, at last, in the studio of ADSA Producciones in Tapachula, Chiapas, MX.  This is were the epicenter of a recent earthquake that left much destruction was.  We were very happy to be with family members that we don’t get to see very often, and  were the recipients of much hospitality and kindness.  At one point, as though things just could not be that easy, it all started to take a different turn.  Soon, finding the strength and courage to proceed with the recording became a spiritual, emotional and at times physical challenge.  During the five weeks we spent over there we experienced two mild earthquakes, the illness of our youngest child, and sadly, a much more painful tragedy:  the loss of a relative here in Kansas.  It was our third day recording when we received news of her abduction, and a day later, of her passing.  Being away suddenly became hard, as we wanted to be with our Kansas family and be of support during that difficult time.  In the midst of thinking we would not even be able to say our last goodbyes to our loved one, God allowed for us to be able to.  We struggled to find the fortitude needed, but found the strength of God to resume the recording, and every song became more real.  “Heavenly victory...”, says one of them... “...over all adversity.  In your arms, today, I can be at peace knowing that nothing will be if it is not your will...”.  We believe in victories, even painful ones.  Our loved one is physically gone, but embraced faith before parting.  Her victory is won, and nothing can take that away.  As for the album, with God’s blessing, it is soon to be released, and will always be a reminder of our Lord’s mercy and power holding us when our world breaks in pieces.