Week 33 - Construction Harmony?

This week, as construction continues on the campus project, the parish is busily preparing for next weekend's Christmas concert featuring Kevin Cole, Sylvia McNair, and the Carolyn Mawby Chorale.

With music in the air, I can't help but think that the whole construction process is a lot like a chorale. All of the different trades (our "voices") require careful balance in order to avoid dischordance. The heavy equipment (our basses) introduce their booming voices as they work to finalize our parking lots and green areas. Meanwhile, the plumbers and tilers (the altos) provide a basis and foundation for a successful project. The electricians (our tenors) chime in to provide the bright tones of light and warmth. Finally, the painters and cabinet makers (our sopranos) add touches of the high life to our project. Leading them all, our general contractor -- the director -- keeps them in the proper meter and harmony.

When it's done right, what you end up with is a beautiful masterpiece!