Christian Artists Performing for Pope

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Catholic Church Gets Hip for Pope's Youth Rally

Kelly Clarkson, the former "American Idol" winner, is one of several contemporary singers slated to perform before a crowd of 25,000 Catholics at the Papal Youth Rally, CBS Channel 2 reported.

The pop star will perform a few of her songs before the Pope's arrival and “Ave Maria” after his arrival, the Star-Telegram reported.

Clarkson, who said she grew up singing church music, told the paper that she was excited to sing the song before the Catholic Church head.

Most recently, Christian rock artist TobyMac was added to the musical line-up which includes Christian rock band Third Day and New York pop/classical trio "Three Graces."

It will be TobyMac's third papal performance. While he was a member of the CCM rap group DC Talk, TobyMac had performed at youth events in Denver (1993) and St. Louis (1999), both of which were presided over by the late Pope John Paul II.

“It's an honor to participate in this Papal visit. Not too many artists are given this opportunity. We have great respect for the work he does," the Dove Award-winning artist commented.

Tai Anderson of Third Day said he expects the papal performance to be one of the "cornerstone moments" of the band's career, according to The Associated Press.

Full Article (http://www.christianpost.com/article/20080408/31845_Catholic_Church_Gets_Hip_for_Pope%27s_Youth_ Rally.htm)

[Alhere]

This lack of discernment by these CCM performers is so sad. Just as long as it is religious we will perform, not whether it is true or not.

[billiefan2000]

considering how lack of discernment we have amongest christians now, this dont surprise me



BTW

I am more of a fan of Messianic Musicians such as


Ted Pearce


Hallelu Et Adonai (song by Ted Pearce)

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and Zemer Levav and Marty Goetz and Paul Wilbur and Aviad Cohen

Hooked On The Truth (song by Aviad Cohen

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than CCM music anyway

[pegmo]

Wow, I had no idea that Third Day would be so blind. Really disappointing.

[Princess1959]

Why is this wrong? Aren't christians commanded to go into all the WORLD and preach the gospel. As long as they are singing christian songs with good lyrics, then this is a form of preaching. Who knows but that some young person there might hear the words and be convicted of their need for salvation.

And besides, just because the Catholic church has some major problems doesn't mean there are no born-again catholics.

[Gospel Messenjah]

Actually Princess it makes those christian artists look like they are endorsing the Pope and his doctrine if they do perform for him.

[Sing4Him]

Tai Anderson of Third Day said he expects the papal performance to be one of the "cornerstone moments" of the band's career, according to The Associated Press. This is disappointing.

Princess-- this is a rally of unbelievers--false ones at that! Ecumenical. Partaking would condone this rally.

Now, going into the world to plant seeds/preach the gospel message, does not mean we partake in false gatherings and false practices.

Here is what scripture says about this:


And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?
And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you 2 Cor. 6:15-17

Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness? 2 Cor. 6:14

[Princess1959]

Actually Princess it makes those christian artists look like they are endorsing the Pope and his doctrine if they do perform for him.
Well maybe they do. As I said before - being born-again and being a catholic are not mutually exclusive. Just as being a Baptist doesn't necessarily mean you're born again.

While I have problems with the Catholic doctrine, I know people who are both catholic and born again.

What would be the difference if you or I went to the Pope's appearance with the purpose of witnessing and these christian artists sharing Christ through their music?

[Sing4Him]

If one has repented and come to Jesus as their Lord and Savior, then one would recognize the paganism in Roman Catholicism, and come OUT of it.

Per the verses above-- God said it, I didn't!:lol2

[Gospel Messenjah]

If one has repented and come to Jesus as their Lord and Savior, then one would recognize the paganism in Roman Catholicism, and come OUT of it.

Per the verses above-- God said it, I didn't!:lol2

exactly. :thumb