WESLEY CHAPEL – Harmony of Faith offered an opportunity for people of different faiths to come together in celebration of hope and shared humanity during a performance of Rob Gardner’s “Lamb of God” March 29 at the Center for the Arts at Wesley Chapel.
The concert, which is about the final days of Jesus, also provided an opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the upcoming Easter season.
“This performance is more than just a concert,” said Zach Tanner, director of Harmony of Faith Florida. “It’s a celebration of the strength that comes from coming together across differences to create something beautiful and transformative. We believe that through music, we can bridge divides and inspire each other to live with greater hope and empathy.”
Garret Steed, who played Thomas in the production, is part of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Garret said he hoped those who came out felt a connection to their Savior through the music.
Indiana Duncan plays bass in the orchestra and worships at a non-denominational Christian Church.
“The thing that has touched me most about this experience is the music because I have found that the messages found in ‘Lamb of God’ are so powerful and they never fail to bring me hope,” Duncan said.
Susan Duncan, who is part of the Society of Friends faith, recalled how she didn’t want to leave after bringing her son to his first orchestra rehearsal last year.
“It’s because of what I get just from being near the energy of so many talented people all working towards the same goal and with the same passion,” she said. “I hope that those who attend the concert that feel lost, less than, weary, or broken will feel the truth through this music. That truth that Christ gave us all the greatest gift: the gift of hope.”
Want to learn more?
Harmony of Faith hopes to build bridges between communities of different religious backgrounds, fostering dialogue, mutual respect and shared values. Email lambofgodtampa@gmail.com for details about Harmony of Faith and how to get involved.
