The Winona Lake Free Methodist Church will be hosting the Asante Children’s Choir at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 22. A last minute change in their tour schedule has allowed the church to take the opportunity to welcome the choir.

“Asante” is a Swahili word translated to “Thank You” in English. The Asante Children’s Choir is made up of children from East Africa, a region recovering from years of civil war and genocide that have claimed millions of lives leaving thousands of children and women as orphans and widows.

The children who have been rescued from some of life’s most difficult circumstances make up the choir and take pride in expressing gratitude through their music. Their performances are the true testimonies and living “Thank-You” notes sung to everyone who has invested in their lives giving them great pride and hope for a brighter future.

The choir is dedicated to spreading love, hope and joy while raising awareness for the desperate plight of orphans and other vulnerable children. Their colorful clothing, pounding drums and sweet voices demonstrate their hope and dream for a brighter future. Their inspirational stories of resilience have instilled hope in the hearts of all those who have seen them perform.

This concert is open to all ages. There is no charge, though the church will be taking a free will love offering, with all donations to go toward the ministry of the Asante Children’s Choir.

Winona Lake Free Methodist Church is located at 902 College Ave, Winona Lake.

Source: http://asanteministries.org