Amazing Grace Home Music

Nearly every night at the Amazing Grace Children's Home in northern Uganda the kids spend nearly an hour in worship and prayers to God. It's a very moving tradition that refreshes me each time I visit. Nate Grubbs and I were just there a couple of weeks ago, and Nate ended up recording several nights of worship. You can download the whole set by clicking on this link provided by Nate. (75 MB)
Worship generally takes place in chairs in the courtyard or on the ledges around the tukuls (Sudanese huts). The sky is a startling black - which is strange for most humans who live with the soft warm glow in the sky due to light pollution in most parts of the world. The stars and moon are brilliant against this black sky and the scene can take my breath away.

The kids then begin singing and praying. The worship is often a cappella, but usually includes a steady drum beat on a traditional drum made of goat or cow hide. The prayers are very moving as well, as the kids cover their home, caretakers, Mommy Susan (the home founder), the Lahash staff, and all of their sponsors.

Special thanks to Nate for taking the time to record, adjust, and splice up these special songs from the kids.