Guestbook

Elliott May 16, 2012 • 04:27 PM

Sara - It was lyrics from your song "I Saw What I Saw" that helped encourage us in pursuing an international adoption. When we heard: your courage asks me what I'm afraid of your courage asks me what I am made of your courage asks me what I'm afraid of and what I know of love and what I know of god We were challenged to ask ourselves those very things in the face of what orphans in so many impoverished countries have to endure daily. Thank you for your music which is a real inspiration. Elliott

David Shoup May 04, 2012 • 09:47 PM

Sara, I teach high school and am beginning to teach my Civil Rights unit. I was trying to find a gospel version of "Keep your eyes on the prize" since it was so comforting to those in need in the many years of segregation and hatred. I came across your video on Youtube and absolutely fell in love with your rendition. Your voice is so beautiful and full of hope and strength. Thank you for sharing.

Jude Barnes May 04, 2012 • 04:16 PM

Hi Sara So happy to see that the UK tour dates are up! I will definitely be going to one of concerts in England. My birthday is 1st October so will tie in nicely! God Bless xxxxx

Angela Harmon May 01, 2012 • 08:47 AM

Hey Sara! Me and my mom love your music. The only problem is we want to sing it in our church, but can't find the soundtracks to your songs! Anyway you could produce those, or tell us where we can find them? Especially Eyes On The Prize. Thanks! :)

Patti Huetten April 28, 2012 • 01:31 PM

Dear Sara, My father died 3 weeks ago today. I have been listening the song on your CD called, "Jesus, Your Beautiful". There have been times when I could not listen to anything else, but just playing & listening to this song has helped me when nothing else seems to be able. Thank you for sharing your talent with all of us. God bless you & your family.

Josh Ham April 27, 2012 • 05:32 PM

Hello Sara or whoever is reading this. My family and I have been serving with Wycliffe Bible Translators in West Africa for about ten years. We have gotten so much mileage out of your song "Tornado" over the years. Within the past year my wife and I have both had (figurative) firebombs thrown at us by a colleague who doesn't seem to realize how incendiary he can be. And when we're on the verge of lashing back in anger or just giving up, we often find ourselves looking at each other -- a little smile creeping over our faces as our heads start bopping to a beat that only we hear -- and then one of us breaks out with "you live your life like a tornado -- destruction follows everywhere you go". That song has helped us face the destruction so many times with a more cheerful heart, as well as reminding me that I have to continue to strive for forgiveness. Even if were just that one song, we'd be indebted. Thanks.

Nigel Holleran April 27, 2012 • 11:53 AM

Really pleased to hear you are coming to the UK. Looking forward to the venue's firming up. The list shows you will be playing Edinburgh on our wedding anniversary - we can work with that !! We are in England by the way - and wondering why Scotland is so blessed with four events - but I'm sure this will become clear soon. My wife and I have been fans since the Conversations album came out some years ago, and are really looking forwards to these concerts, Best wishes, and thanks for all the great music, Nigel & Sue Holleran

Lisa Powell April 26, 2012 • 07:45 AM

I just needed to share w/ Sara how impactful her new song, Eyes on the Prize is to me and others. The first moment I heard the song, I just sat there and cried and cried. God has so many ways of getting messages to us, and that day, and this song was my message. I listened to it probably 10 times, then went to my piano and began singing it, and sat there in worship for hours, just singing it and singing it. So few people really know the agony and bliss of ministry, but the message in this song makes it quite obvious that you do. Thank you for writing it, and sharing it. It seriously saved my life.

Bridget Taylor April 24, 2012 • 06:06 AM

Sara I met you in 2005 after healing from ministry burn out. You are a wonderful and compassionate artist and while on break from a recording stopped and watched some of my vocal students perform an end of year recital!! Your music/lyrics to Scars rings true forever! Could not get a copy for awhile and happy to have found you on the internet!! blessings Bridget

Christy Keating April 22, 2012 • 11:50 AM

Hi Sara, I was able to come to your concert near St. Louis last night and meet you briefly afterward with my husband Kyle. I just wanted to reiterate what a blessing your music has been to me over the past 10 years, and what a treat it was to finally see you live! I loved hearing you talk about the backstory behind a few of your songs, and am so thankful that you write about honest, real parts of trying to live life and work out your salvation. Your music has often helped me work out mine as well. As Kyle and I were walking back to our car after meeting you, I was telling him how you seemed so normal and easy to talk to. He responded with, "Well, she would have to be that way because of the music she writes!" Thanks for being that kind of person, and for making beautiful, encouraging music. I hope you have dozens of albums left in you, because I can't wait to hear them! With love, Christy

Connie Allen April 18, 2012 • 07:30 AM

Saw you at the Healtheast Prayer Breakfast yesterday. You mentioned words of C. Spurgeon regarding God providing the best for us. There was 4 things....good conscience, His presence here and in eternity...what was the 4th thing? I appreciated those words and your song pertaining to that which followed. Heard you before and so enjoy listening to all your songs and testimony. Thanks.

iwa April 16, 2012 • 03:28 PM

Thank you for putting your acoustic EPs on noisetrade! Please don't answer the question I posted down below, I didn't think of the precedent that it would set. As always, God bless you, and thank you again! :D

Victor W. Murphy April 15, 2012 • 01:06 PM

Your songs are so powerfully jarring and Prophetic. God Bless you, sister.

CapeJim April 12, 2012 • 07:28 AM

Wondering why - in an email from the Sara Groves site - I am getting a link in it that says "Download Now", yet when I get to FairTrade, that page wants me to enter my email again(??). Maybe the link needs adjusting in the emails sent out... FYI

teresa April 05, 2012 • 07:26 AM

My daughter and I stumbled onto one of your cds at the library and love it together on the way to school in the morning. I would like to have one of your cds for her and her other sisters for Easter...We live in St Paul, in fact only a mile from you. Is there a place I could pick up one or two of your cds in the next couple of days? Are they at area Christian book/music stores? I know this may be a long shot to get answered before Easter....I thought I would try. Thank you for the beauty and Truth you witness to Sara.

Donald Volz April 03, 2012 • 11:53 AM

Sara, I just went to your concert listing for 2012 Is there any way you can schedule a trip to someplace in Bangor Maine in 2013. I would love to take my wife to your concert on our 22nd wedding anniversary. I will tell all of my friends to come as well. Our 22nd anniversary is April 14th 2013. I know you are busy, but it would be very cool. I will not say anything to my wife until we get there. It will be a surprise.

Donald Volz April 03, 2012 • 11:48 AM

Sara, I watched the Ultimate Gift for about the 25th time. It always touches me. That song something changed is just great and to see you perform it on the credits is wonderful. Keep up the great work you are touching people. I will buy the cd with that song just as soon as I can locate it thanks again.

Julie Rogers March 30, 2012 • 04:21 PM

Hello Sara! Your music has been carrying me for the past 2 1/2 years. I was pregnant with twins and went into pre-term labor @ 22wks in Oct. 2009. I was told I would lose both babies. However, they were able to keep the babies in until they were "viable" at 23 wks. We lost our daughter after 7 beautiful hours. Our son was an incredible fighter and after 111 days in the NICU, he came home! He was on oxygen & many medications only to be readmitted into the hospital 3 more times that year. Your songs from "Fireflies & Songs" just echoed in my heart as I processed all that was happening and I sang them over my son in & out of the hospitals. We were wonderfully surprised with baby #2 11months later (we almost lost him @ 22wks, but it's amazing what 4 months of bedrest can do :) They are still in & out of hospitals (both boys, Joshua & Caleb, with respiratory issues & seizures & things) so your music continues to carry US. Every day that goes by, I am just so grateful that I get to be their mom! I am also a musician (I sing jazz/big band stuff- toured with the Glenn Miller band) so THANK YOU for speaking to my soul so I can continue to create and LOVE and see Him make these ashes into such glorious & beautiful things. Again, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Yours very truly, Julie Rogers, Renaissance Church, Summit, NJ, juliejeanrogers@yahoo.com

Brenda Matanick March 27, 2012 • 03:36 PM

Hi. I am a fan. Years ago I wrote lots of songs and sung in churches locally. Once a person bought me one of your CDs (probably around 2004 or 5? because they said that I sounded like you and my songs like yours. I was very pleased though I was no where in your league. Anyway today my husband and I watched the movie, 'The Ultimate Gift,' and I heard this beautiful song at the end and the voice sounded familiar. We went back to hear it again, and then try to find the Song and who sang it at the end. It was you. Your song, 'Something Changed' is beautiful. I am going to get it on my Android phone (my means of keeping up with technology and staying young)just as soon as I sign out of your website! Thanks for blessing me again. Brenda Matanick

Tara March 27, 2012 • 07:50 AM

I was praying for you yesterday, and the Lord gave me this word for you. My dear child, you have ministered to so many. Come, let Me minister to you. Let Me pour My Spirit into your heart. Let Me fill the holes, the places where you feel empty. You have need My child. You seek more but what you seek cannot be found in the pages of a book or from the words of a man. Truth can only be found through My Spirit and through My word. Come My child rest in Me. Lay every burden at My feet. You see the days coming and you have fear. Do not be afraid, but prepare. Prepare your house (Spiritually) for what is to come. Build your faith in Me and I will show you the way of escape. These are serious times My daughter. Look to Me and I will give you peace. Look to Me and I will help you understand. I love you My daughter, but only those who seek My face will be found worthy to escape the wrath that is to come, the judgement that comes upon the whole earth. Do not be deceived by those who do not sound the alarm. The troubles you see are real. Do not be persuaded otherwise. Act in faith My child on what you know is right even if you act alone. Do not be bullied into apathy, but be strong in Me. Sound the alarm My child. The day of judgement is here. Destruction comes to this land quickly. Don't be caught off guard. Know the times and the seasons, for this is the season of My return. If you come to Me and seek My face with your whole heart, I will fill you to overflowing, so that your well will never run dry even in these times. 1 Thessalonians 5 1But of the times and the seasons, brethren, ye have no need that I write unto you. 2For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night. 3For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape. 4But ye, brethren, are not in darkness, that that day should overtake you as a thief. 5Ye are all the children of light, and the children of the day: we are not of the night, nor of darkness. 6Therefore let us not sleep, as do others; but let us watch and be sober. 7For they that sleep sleep in the night; and they that be drunken are drunken in the night. 8But let us, who are of the day, be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love; and for an helmet, the hope of salvation. 9For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ, 10Who died for us, that, whether we wake or sleep, we should live together with him. 11Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do. 12And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you; 13And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves. 14Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men. 15See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. 16Rejoice evermore. 17Pray without ceasing. 18In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 19Quench not the Spirit. 20Despise not prophesyings. 21Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. 22Abstain from all appearance of evil. 23And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. 24Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it. 25Brethren, pray for us. 26Greet all the brethren with an holy kiss. 27I charge you by the Lord that this epistle be read unto all the holy brethren. 28The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.

Danielle Marjory Scheel March 26, 2012 • 04:16 PM

Dear Sara, Might I start to say what an inspiration you are to me, and how deeply you have encouraged me through the hardest times. Recently, my family has been going through some changes that seem impossible to get through. However, I am so thankful that God has provided strength for my every new day through Jesus Christ. Listening to your absolutely beautiful songs is one of the greatest encouragements God has given me. Thank you for writing. Please, never stop.. I absolutely love your music! God has given me a love for writing (lyrics and melodies with piano accompaniment) my own songs. If I could, I would drop everything and start sharing my music publicly today. I believe that if it's God's will, my music will be heard by more. My biggest hope is that God will let my music be heard, I'm trusting Him to provide in the way He sees best. Sara, if you would like to hear any of my music, I would love to send you some of my songs and hear your response. One of the songs I wrote is called Miracles, it is so similar to your song Miracle and yet I had never heard your song before mine was written. I hope we can meet someday! One song is on youtube: Change by Danielle Scheel. I hope you can listen! Love in Jesus, Danielle Marjory Scheel

Kaity W. March 23, 2012 • 08:22 AM

Hi Sara (or whoever is reading!) I'm in desperate need of the soundtrack for Generations! I am auditioning to sing at my high school graduation, and I couldn't think of a more appropriate song than Generations - not to mention it has been my favorite song since I was 8. I scoured the internet looking for a performance track and couldn't find a thing. The piano player at church says it is too difficult to play. So I really need some help! Even the soundtrack to He's Always Been Faithful would be fine. Anything would be great.

Greg March 21, 2012 • 09:46 AM

I put in your CD, "Conversations", today and I felt compelled to send you a well deserved THANK YOU for your work. This album has been one that I have reached for many times when I need some grounding. I have always been ministered to, in a deep and profound way whenever I have listened to it. I feel a softening of my soul and a closeness to my Savior. For that, I'm very grateful. Sara, your music has been a vehicle some of the greatest blessings in my spiritual journey, and I want to tell you that while the music business is not easy, you have not gone by un-noticed! thank you, thank you, thank you :)

Jen Partee March 20, 2012 • 08:17 PM

Hi Sara. I was at your concert last month at the Cove in Asheville, NC. When you introduced your song Open My Hands, you quoted a famous theologian/author who had beautiful words about what the GOOD THINGS are that God doesn't withhold from us. I really want to look it up to share with a dear friend who is going through a long and painful struggle---will you (or someone reading this) please reply with the answer when you can??? Thanks so much and God bless you, your family and your ministry. Jen

Danny Stewart March 18, 2012 • 10:48 AM

I saw you in concert the other night in Elkhorn Nebraska. You played a Bruce Springsteen song. I cannot remember the title. Could you tell me the name of the song please so I can find it? I loved the show. Thanks for sharing your great gift.You move me deeply.God's love. Danny

Danny Stewart March 18, 2012 • 10:48 AM

Andrew from England March 13, 2012 • 04:46 PM

I have just discovered Sara Groves' music for the first time. I am currently addicted to Hiding Place - it sums up so beautifully my current position, gripping onto the Lord. Thank you for contributing your God-given gifts that move our spirits and souls and bring us closer to Him.

Chris March 12, 2012 • 11:30 AM

Its been a long time since we have seen each other or heard you sing. I have downloaded a number of your songs and listen to them often. I brought them with me on my 3rd tour to the middle east and they help. Have you ever thought about a tour over here for the troops? Thank you for all you do and have done. Your musice helps me in ways you could probebly never understand. You bring balance to things for people like me and what we have gone through. Just wanted you to know that. I never had the nerve to tell you when we were growing up. I am proud to have known you and to have called you my friend Sara. Good luck with you singing I knew you would go fare and you have. Don't stop. You make a differance.

Cindy Stafford March 11, 2012 • 01:39 PM

Dear Sara Groves, I have followed your music for many years. The lyrics often find me where I am, walking with Christ. I am blessed by the message God has allowed to flow through your lyrics/music. I have provided hospice care for many years. The song "Going Home", "Scientist in Japan", speak to my everyday work. Thank you for allowing God to use you to speak to others. Cindy Stafford

April Pisano March 08, 2012 • 02:18 PM

Thank you, Sara. Your music and ministry is a blessing. I sometimes laugh as I sing "setting up the pins for knocking them down" in the morining as I am getting my family ready for the day. I appreciate the subtle, quietness in your music in a world where much of the modern music is pounding, overbearing, and not inspirational. April

Heather March 05, 2012 • 03:30 PM

Hey Sara! I have been an avid listener of your music for many years now. I live in Minneapolis and last may I was inside my home when the tornado ripped apart my home and neighborhood. I listened to "From this one place" on repeat. With all of these recent tornados I've been quite anxious, and all I can do is cling to the cross. Thank you for writing music that speaks to my soul and gives me hope!

Mary Ann Holtz February 29, 2012 • 07:06 PM

Dear Sara, I was privileged to facilitate a retreat for our church's Partners with Haiti ministry on 2/24/12. My husband and I helped found this ministry in 1999 and since then the group has worked with our "twinned parish" in Haiti to develop a small medical clinic up in the mountains. A number of the long-term committed members expressed weariness, burn-out, wrestling with the tragedies that never seem to end. As I prayerfully prepared for the retreat, I remembered your song "The Long Defeat"; nearly everyone in the ministry has read Mountains Beyond Mountains about Paul Farmer whom you quoted. So, after the team members shared their hearts with each other, I led them into prayer with you song. The group was deeply moved because you song so well captured much of their struggle. I believe that God spoke through your song and opened the way for the rest of the retreat as we prayed and shared about "I pray for a vision and a way I cannot see...it's too heavy to carry but impossible to leave"

Lanny Carlson February 25, 2012 • 09:36 PM

Sara, I absolutely love your "Invisible Empires" CD, and really appreciate the "Director's's Cut."I was a pastor for 33 years, and I too, know what it is to have a panic disorder come on all at once. It happened to me in the pulpit one Sunday morning,in 1976, when I was 30 years old, and I struggled with it for years, almost giving up my ministry, until God answered my prayers through Xanax. Thank you for being so open and honest, and may God continue to bless you and your family. Grace and Peace, Lanny R Carlson P.S. I look forward to seeing you in Okoboji this summer, and would love to have you in concert here in Estherville some time.

John Armes February 22, 2012 • 11:38 AM

I am a fan of yours. I am also a musician. When I herd "When The Saints" on Moody Bible Radio, I decided to buy your album. I like your style. I too am involved in feeding and clothing the homeless here in Indiana where I live. I will be buying more of your albums in the future. Keep on doing what you are doing. The world needs more people like you. God bless you...

Shirley "Sam" Tait February 21, 2012 • 06:02 AM

Dear Sara, Just wanted to let you know how much I love your new CD Invisible Empires—it is so much more than wonderful, more than words can express. I am a watercolor artist and illustrator. I serve the Lord only with this talent and gift He has given me and am always looking for some way to use it to hone Him and the Kingdom. Your new CD has inspired me and I am in the process of working on ideas for a series of paintings for donations to go to "Food for the Hungry," listed on your website. If you would like to visit my blog, you will see samples of my work at samtait.blogspot.com. Thanks Sara! Blessings to you and your family!

Eric February 17, 2012 • 06:14 PM

Just listened to "Past the Wishing" again -- what a true song, in the case of me and my unemployment/underemployment right now! Except that I'm not past the wishing, darnit. I do have a legitimate issue in my health (diabetes, depression, and now carpal tunnel surgery coming up). But I let too many things bug me into not doing what I know I should be doing. Guess I need to listen to the words in the song again -- one day, I *will* get "past the wishing." Peace to you and yours! Eric

iwa February 17, 2012 • 04:06 PM

Hi, Sara! First off, let me say that your music has blessed my life in many ways. I have a question because there's been something that's been bothering me. Is it alright with you if I keep your songs that I've downloaded off of youtube? I haven't quite figured out God's view on filesharing, but I figured it wouldn't be right if I didn't ask. I have about eleven of your songs, and I'm not selling them or anything, just playing them around the house. If it isn't okay with you, I will immediately delete them. Anyway, thank you and God bless!

Gregory Stefan Mena, Pe February 16, 2012 • 10:53 PM

He is Light, Truth, the Way, the Path, Love will lead the way... Michael 2012

Deanna February 13, 2012 • 03:28 PM

Thank you, Sara, for taking the time to "meet and greet" after Saturday night's performance in Raleigh. Upon reflecting on the night, concert, and meet and greet time, I wrote: After posing for a picture with Sara Groves and Stanley (the handsome stuffed monkey), I found the courage to ask Sara if I could hug her. She said, “Of course,” and hugged me…and didn’t pat my back…but held on in a strong embrace that I doubt I will ever forget. In that one moment, I felt the physical presence of words that have surrounded and upheld me on more occasions that I can count. I said to her, “Finish strong, Sara Groves. I have no doubt that you will.” And she said something like, “I will do my best. And you press on.” I said, “I will press on.” And then Stanley and I walked away singing “It’s gonna be alright…” Thanks, again, Sara, for being you and sharing your faith so authentically. You are a blessing.

Stefanie February 09, 2012 • 01:19 PM

Sara, I recently saw you play at Wheaton College and within days, I went from owning 0 to owning 4 of your albums. It's been three weeks since the concert and I still start every morning listening to Miracle, Obsolete, I'll Wait... Thank you. Stefanie

Angela February 09, 2012 • 10:30 AM

Sara, Trying to find the right words is so difficult! I find it so hard to articulate the hugeness of the impact you have had on my life. I am sitting at work listening to “Conversations” over and over today. I was heavily involved in ministry for many, many years but then walked away because of the hurt and disappointment over and over. The final straw was when my husband of 10 years made a choice to have yet another affair, but this time she was 19 and got pregnant. I know it wasn’t God’s fault, but I could not get past the fact that He allowed it to happen. I have since met an amazing man who treats me with respect and yearns to learn more and more about God. He is helping me to get back to remembering my passion for living for God. Yesterday, I was updating my iTunes and saw “Conversations” pop up…my heart melted. I literally know every word on the entire cd! I had pushed everything Christian aside because of anger. I spent my entire drive home yesterday (a 45 minute commute) listening to your words turned up super loud while singing along and wiping away tears streaming down my face. I have used your words over and over throughout the last few years to encourage other people in my life. My favorite song will always “Painting Pictures of Egypt”…but every single song on the cd screams at me in a healthy way. You have helped me over and over in my journey towards becoming what God has planned for me to be. Thank you for allowing yourself to be a vessel. God continues to reach out to me through the words He gave you and for that, I am eternally grateful. Again, my words will never be enough to express my feelings of gratitude. Thank you and may God continue to bless us through you!

Jerry Moore February 08, 2012 • 08:32 PM

Hi Sara, Very excited to report to you that our neighborhood, Spring Grove Village adopted "Add To The Beauty" as out tag line last night in a unanimous vote. Your song has been such an inspiration to me and now will be an inspiration to an entire neighborhood and I hope eventually an entire city, Cincinnati where Spring Grove Village sits. The song fits so well with what we try to do in the most integrated neighborhood in Cincy and perhaps Ohio. Thanks for the inspiration and may God continue to speak through you and your music.

Laura February 02, 2012 • 02:28 PM

I am a 15 year old college student who is not satisfied with my relationship with Christ. I want more. Thanks Ms. Sara for your inspirational music. Songs like "Hello Lord" and "This Journey Is My Own" have played a part in my coming closer to the Lord. It's amazing how many of your songs actually resemble my life! Keep doing what you've been doing!

Shola S.Michael January 31, 2012 • 07:58 AM

Hi sara, the first time I listened to your song, i thought within myself that this will be coming from an aged singer (you know; spiritual mamas) that thinks of nothing more than eternity, (like Jim reeves). whenever i listen to your song, it tunes me to the frequency of heaven. it gladdens my heart to know there are people who still will do this kind of songs in this post modernized generation where anything "sound" gospel is virtually going extinct. keep the fire burning. sincerely hope to see you take a tour to Nigeria someday. More Grace

Mary Tylka January 29, 2012 • 01:18 PM

Hi Sara, Just saw you last night at Wheaton College. The ticket was a gift from my God Daughter and sister, Lisa who is a great fan of yours. I know some of your music from listening to K-Love, but I never realized the depth of your songs until seeing you in person. Thank you, so much for sharing your stories and the meanings and causes you feel and believe in!! You are truly using your gifts for God's glory and I am so very grateful to have you and your beautiful voice to inspire me as I try to do God's will each day!! I can't wait until you come to the Chicago area again so I can bring my children and friends to see you! Blessings to you and your family, friends, and aspiring artists, Mary T.

Julie Olson January 28, 2012 • 02:54 PM

Sara, I was 13 when I met you at a concert in Wisconsin. My dad took me for my birthday and at the end, I got a picture with you which I have in my photo album. Ever since then, your songs have been a delight to me. I have most of your cd's. I have danced to many of your songs. God's words through you have given me peace and joy in my highs and lows. I grew up taking piano lessons and now I have started writing songs. Just wanted you to know that you have been a role model and inspiration to me for so many years. Thanks for letting God use you and keep up the good work!

Kristian January 26, 2012 • 02:35 PM

My wife and I met you and Troy after the Chicago U2 concert a couple of years ago (it was our second time meeting you in person). Anyway, we had been listening to you and following you for some time, so it was really fun for us to be on the same sidewalk as you in the downtown area. We are headed to the concert in Wheaton this Saturday, and are excited to see you again and cheer you all in in person! WE CAN'T WAIT FOR SATURDAY! Praying for you guys!

Jana January 10, 2012 • 09:17 AM

Sara, I am at home 5 days with laryngitis, which inspires new ways of communicating. I am one of the many who have followed your music for years. The songs are like altar stones that I've collected and remind me of great places of faith, brokenness, strength regained, and relationships along the way. I have sung my heart out, danced, run on the treadmill, and sobbed. Ultimately, the music highlights we are not alone on this journey and makes it easier to press into God. Thanks for all your years of service, my life is richer because of it!

Michele January 03, 2012 • 11:44 AM

Dear Sara, I have been a fan for quite some time now and thought I'd collected all your albums, but just the other day, someone sent me a copy of "Conversations" and I haven't stopped crying. Every song has resonated deeply within me and I have felt the comfort of the Lord through your album. Three of my children were on the couch with me while a rather steady stream of tears flowed--as well as the accompanying snot. My husband wasn't even sure what to do with me, though my tears aren't as unfamiliar or unsettling to him as they were to my children. My youngest, Maya, crawled up in my lap and started wiping away my tears. She had the most peculiar look on her face as if she weren't sure whether to hug me or to burst into tears with me. The older two sort of glanced up from their hand-held video games and did a double-take also sending me similar confused expressions. Maya asked, "Why are you crying, Mom? Are you sad?" I responded, "No, Mommy is actually happy." "But you're crying," she said. I said, "Sometimes people cry because they are happy. And Mommy's happy because she knows that God loves her. She is feeling His comfort." Maya said, "Like the boy at BSF did for me?" (There was a little boy in her BSF class who threw an arm around her one day when she was upset and told her it was ok to cry.) I said, "Yes, exactly! He gave you comfort when you were feeling sad and how did it make you feel?" "Better," she said. I nodded and said, "That's how I feel. This woman far away wrote down things from her heart that are bringing me great comfort right now. And because she went through some things like what I am experiencing right now, I don't feel so alone. And, the fact that these songs landed on my doorstep all by themselves tells me the God knows all about what I am going through and loves me enough to throw an arm around me like that little boy did to you." It was beyond a "teachable moment" both for her and me. And I am crying as I write this. I had to write you. I had to get something out there finally. I only got through track #4 before we had to get moving if we were going to make it to church on time and I cried the whole time I was getting ready. (The contacts and eye makeup had to take a back seat and on went the glasses.) I felt as if my heart was going to burst. How could she have known? How could she put into words so many aspects of my own life at this very moment--some ten years ago? How is this possible, Lord? How good You are, Lord! How kind and compassionate and deeply personal. How can I ever doubt Your love for me? How can I ever put any relationship, any thing, any location or idea above You? How can I put any plans before You, unless to lay them at your feet? How can I give back to You as You have given to me? How can anything be more important than sharing Your love with the unlovable, the marginalized, the difficult--even if those are the people under my own roof and in my own reflection? I couldn't get to church fast enough. To throw my hands up in worship and tell Him how grateful I was. It's funny because the girl who sent me the cd had asked me if I'd ever heard of you and my response was, "YES! I love her! I want to BE her when I grow up!" She doesn't have your latest, "Fireflies and Songs" which has been the cry of my heart for the past year and a half. And incidentally, all my children know all the songs as well. Maya's favorite is "Setting up the Pins." Anyway,I wanted to let you know how grateful I am for your work, your heart, your honesty, your relationship with the Lord and your transparency about it. Thank you for putting yourself out there and putting your experience into words and music that bring so much comfort and hope. Thank you for pointing me back to Jesus, our Mediator, Intercessor, Brother, and Friend and through Him to Our Heavenly Father. After listening to your music, I feel like I've had a conversation with a great friend and I can't wait to get into His presence and tell Him all about it. Thank you so very much. Gratefully, Michele

dave December 29, 2011 • 12:44 PM

Your music has alway inspired me and I so understand what you mean what you mean by going through anxiety. My 17 yr old daughter is dealing with it and all I can do is pray and listen to her. Thank you for your commentary bonus CD.God bless you all and your ministry

Mary Ellen December 29, 2011 • 04:56 AM

Dear Sara, The first time my girls and I heard you was at our church: Eden Prairie Assembly of God. That was the first time we came to EPAG. (Septemmber '99) My girls were 7 & 6 at the time. They were mesmerized by your music as was I. I have gone to hear you at least 10 times since then. Your music might as well be the soundtrack of our lives. You have outplayed all other artists in our home. Our daughters are now 18 & almost 20. I got to sing with them on Christmas Eve as has been our tradition at EPAG for 10+ years. I am thoroughly grateful for people and places (like you & our church home) that exist and continue for people like me & my family. I feel the beautiful thread of belonging through the years. I feel encouraged and edified, comforted and supported, challenged and humbled. The body of Christ is a marvel. When I leave this earth and my daughters don't have me anymore, they will listen to you and remember. They will remember singing with their mom and feel God's presence. Music and church and togetherness. Profound. "To be with you...' Many thanks, Sara!

k December 29, 2011 • 02:15 AM

Pastor Colbaugh ... are you reading your daughter's guestbook? Of course you're proud! Your daughter is a blessing. Have a hilarious New Year!

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Chaz December 22, 2011 • 01:22 PM

Hey! I'm 19 and I commute to a college 45 minutes away from my home and I was listening to your album "Invisible Empires" in the car when I heard the lyric "I am nodding my head an emphatic yes to all that You have for me" and "He withholds no good thing from us." I've been really struggling with this and God used your song to speak a very important truth to my heart and I am so grateful. Thanks!

PS December 22, 2011 • 06:27 AM

Sara, Thank you for your amazing songs and lyrics. I've always been a fan of the way your words touch lives, but it wasn't until recently when I found out that my husband had been unfaithful to me that your lyrics took on a whole new meaning. "He's Always Been Faithful" suddenly was more than just a song sung at our wedding...it really became my anthem. "This Peace" touches the innermost part of my soul, "It's Going to Be All Right" is an amazing promise of God's redemption and "You Cannot Lose My Love" is a great comfort. Thank you for sharing your gift with me. Blessings!

Paige December 20, 2011 • 06:31 PM

I love you music so much i just showed my mom the song Toy packaging and she loved it you are a great inspiration. God Bless You.

Amberly December 20, 2011 • 12:09 AM

I just love your music, God has blessed you with a beautiful voice and ministry. Thank you for following the path God has set for you. And please come to Alaska!!!!!

Kellee Strunk December 19, 2011 • 08:24 AM

I really appreciate a lot of your songs. I have only heard a few so far, but on the very first day after the Presidential Elections 3 years ago, I woke up to hearing your song "He's Always Been Faithful". As depressed as I was that day, after hearing the news, I was renewed in my spirit, that God will Always be faithful to his people, no matter how bad things get in this world. God Bless you Sara. Thanks for the song.

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Donna Brooks December 14, 2011 • 10:01 PM

I just wanted to say your music touches my heart.I have certainly fell in love with your music.To day I went and bought 2 of your cds. I really want the one called The Word. I am having a hard time finding it.A friend let me listen to hers and i fell in love with it.I hope I can Find it,keep on singing your beautiful songs, they touch my heart in so many ways.When I am down which I am here latelybecause I lost my daddy to cancer,your music helps me.

Matt Billingsley December 14, 2011 • 06:04 PM

Hey Sara, I've been checking out Invisible Empires on Spotify as I am taking care of work stuff today. What an amazing album! Be blessed, and definitely "keep going." In Christ, †Matt

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Lou December 12, 2011 • 04:16 PM

Sara, you are beautiful in & out. your heavenly voice is a medicine for those with broken-heart. thanks for those inspiring songs - they humble my arrogance and they make me cry in my loneliness. keep them coming and don't ever stop. i love you!

Beth Pfister December 11, 2011 • 03:52 PM

Dear Sara, Thank you for writing, "Less Like Scars". I am leading a Sexual Abuse Support Group and it has become our theme song! Gratefully, Beth

James C. Zeller December 10, 2011 • 12:25 PM

My family has owned your albums "Add to the Beauty," "Tell Me What You Know" and "O Holy Night" for a few years now, and I have really enjoyed and been encouraged and inspired by them, but it wasn't until just recently that I suddenly had this urge to get into your music more. I used grooveshark.com to go on a Sara Groves listening spree, and just took in almost all of your music, from "Past the Wishing" to "Invisible Empires." This brought me to the realization that you have TRUE talent. You don't copycat people, you just do your own thing and have a way of communicating ideas and experiences in a way that feels very authentic and easy to relate to, and the fact that you've kept going just as strong for 10 whole albums shows that you are really a natural, and are just doing what God made you to do. I really enjoy and appreciate your music, especially since your passion for Christ and for truth really come through in it. I do, however, have one suggestion/encouragement. Not too many of your songs reference the death and resurrection of Christ very directly (except "You Did That for Me" on "All Right Here," and I'm sure a couple others). Even though this core gospel message is an underlying assumption in almost all of your songs, still, it seems that a person who does not have Christ in their heart and doesn't understand the gospel might listen to a couple of your albums and still not quite get it. Perhaps, since you are very good at taking a subject or theme and forming an entire album around it, you could take the subject of the cross, and the empty tomb, and form a whole album around this core gospel message, exploring the many facets of the truth of the gospel, and the many ways it applies to our lives. It would probably be an extremely edifying process to go through. Just an idea, take it for whatever it's worth. Thank you for the great music. Keep it coming and don't stop using your gifts!

Sheri December 08, 2011 • 09:50 PM

I am so happy, I got to meet you tonight after you played a beautiful concert in Winona MN. Your music has been an inspiration and a comfort for me for many, many years. I just want to thank you, again, for sharing your awesome spirit and music!

Harold Paisley December 08, 2011 • 07:13 PM

My wife Sharon and I were privileged to enjoy your Christmas concert in Mississauga, Ontario on December 4th. Your music is hauntingly beautiful! We love the way you take old Christmas favorites and put them into creative new arrangements. Your Christmas album has been playing in our house (and at the office) all week. We also love your honesty and authenticity...Christian music combined with Christian character is pure spiritual dynamite. Have you ever thought about putting together a Hymns album? By a wonderful piece of "divine coincidence" we were able to attend the John Stott memorial service at the College Church. Your arrangement of "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" caused me to weep tears of joy...keep singing your song. Been enjoying "Invisible Kingdoms"...so I'll just keep my eye on the prize. We'll be watching for when you're back in Canada again. Blessings and merry Christmas!!

Cindy Kunzweiler December 04, 2011 • 09:09 PM

I just wanted to let you know how your music and life have affected mine. This may be long and I don't know if you will read this or not, but I just wanted to let you know. You have encouraged me to do not what everyone else wants me to do, but what God has called me to do. My dad is a pastor at a Baptist Church in the country area of Missouri. I was 16 at the time my dad became pastor there. This May it will be eleven years since we moved to Pike County. May 2002, the next May a 20 year old son of one of the deacons was seriously hurt in hunting accident. He has suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury and cannot talk or walk. He has nurses who help him everyday. I love his parents. They have been taking care of him. But what is so hard is that he cannot express himself. When he tries to he cries out. Just about everybody does not understand him. They think he is dumb and is not able to understand and ignore him. But I believe he does understand. This is crazy to many people, but I love him. I have thought many times, that I wanted to give up(this is too hard, it will take too long), but the love I believe and know God gave me won't let me. Michael is his name. This has been a walk by faith. I could not see that he understood what I would say for many years, but believed it. I kept talking to him, kept praying, and encouraging his family. He still cannot do so many things. But believing he understands me helped me to look for purposeful things he does. Since then the evidence that he does understand keeps piling up. I could write a book. Perhaps someday, God willing. I think I would call it "Be Still and Know that I am God" because that is the verse that keeps popping up in his mother's head everytime she questions God about it. Your music has helped me to sense that even though I feel like I am not doing anything for God in doing this, that I am. Doing what God has called me to do cannot be understood by what I can see with my eyes. I have struggled with what God wants me to do. I have heard voices saying I should go overseas. I have felt so wrong many times about staying and waiting on the Lord with Michael. I have felt so many times I am not doing anything for the Lord. But I know God has used me little by little with this family. I have decided to stay and help rewrite this trajedy that is in the middle of nowhere country. It may seem small in the grand scheme of things, but if that is what God has called me to do then I need to trust Him. Less like Scars more like character,less like a prison more like my room ( Michael's), Jesus becomes more and more beautiful. I believe God is producing in Michael a man I cannot even imagine. Do you know his name means "Like the Lord"? That is a tough act to follow. I am excited to see what God is making in Michael in that cocoon. I am sure it will be breathtaking. I may not see it until God's Kingdom comes, but I can't wait. Thank you for your music. I wish we could sit down and talk and tell you my story all these years and how God has been there to help me walk a road that didn't and doesn't make sense most of the time. Someday in heaven, OK:)

Heather December 04, 2011 • 11:06 AM

THANK YOU Sara, for coming to Canada again! I saw you at One Hope Concert last night and have been waiting a LONG time to hear you in concert (Stratford was a bit too far in June to see you). Thanks for sharing your story and faith in a real way. Hope to see you in the Toronto area again soon? Blessings!

Laura Wise December 03, 2011 • 12:15 AM

Sara, I just wanted you to know that your song "Finite" made its way into my seminar paper on the book The Stepford Wives. "Finite" summed up exactly what I attempted to write in my paper. Thank you for the inspiration; I was proud and excited to include you in my paper. I love sharing your music and writing talents with others. Your heart and hunger for our Lord and His infallible Word is encouraging and sweet; thank you!

Jonatas Pereira December 02, 2011 • 09:56 AM

Hello sara, First, excuse my horrible English. My mother tongue is Portuguese, even though there is the translator of google. rsrsrsrsr ... I discovered your music recently and I'm loving it! Really bring calm and peace of God. May God continue to bless you very much! I hope in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil soon.

Grace Gerred December 01, 2011 • 06:22 PM

thank you for all of your encouraging music. I was at one of your concerts back in 2009 i think it was, and after i met you backstage and you hugged me, i decided that you were my hero because of your kindness and love for the hurting, like me. i will never forget that day and hope to see you again soon. In your influence, me and my friends have started a band, that we call Willow. we love your style and have modeled ours after yours as well as a few others. I play piano, viola, violin, and cello, but am the pianist of the band. we love you and love your music!

John C Thomson December 01, 2011 • 11:23 AM

Has it been a year since we last saw you in Milwaukee and Springfield? This has been a busy year with two daughters married and all sorts of other stuff. God has taken care of us another year. Our daughter Naomi (with Charlie and Zoe) was diagnosed with endimetriosis and (maybe) early stages of cancer. We have enjoyed another year of caring for the grandkids on the weekends. Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow night at Park Community Church here in Chicago. Cabrini Green (the area Park Community is in) was once one of the most notorious projects in America and has now been transformed. Blessings to everyone in the band. John and Mary

Gabe November 30, 2011 • 07:34 AM

Hey Sara, my wife and kids and I love the music. We believe that what you do is truly of eternal value because it points us to the glory of God. Keep making beautiful music for His name!

Steve November 29, 2011 • 12:29 PM

Sara,it was so good to meet you in person last December in Houston. I was the man who was crying and telling you about my wife and our breakup. Your last two albums are spiritual masterpieces, and they need to be hung up in the Louvre somewhere. Every song, almost every line, touches my heart in some way and reminds me of my life and my wife. Every song makes me cry, and it makes me cry every time I listen to them without fail, and I'm not the kind of guy who crys a lot. Keep up the great work for the Lord Sara.

Tom Robinson November 27, 2011 • 08:26 PM

Dear Sara, I've caught and enjoyed some of your music of the years, but this most recent one - Eyes on the Prize - leaves me spell-bound. Don't know if it's your lyrics, the challenging music or the Holy Spirit, saying, 'listen, now', but I've listened to it several times through, already, and I'm still mesmerized by its beauty, and its drawing power. You know you ARE talented, and called by God to share more than a story - a mission, maybe. May God continue to call, inspire, infuse and instill in you and your music, the passion to share a change to make a difference. Just hit 'rewind', again, and have already shared the link on FB and Twitter. Awesome; for some reason, I believe Rich Mullins would have loved this song, so-much, too :-) Thank You!

Liz November 26, 2011 • 06:39 PM

Well, after a while of trying to find different ways to contact you with the hopes of my message getting through, I decided this is my best bet. I met you in Clinton, NJ (you probably don't remember me) and gave a great effort at articulating to you the effect you've had on my heart, but it came out closer to word vomit. I tried to share a little story, but it was a very small story in the grand scheme of things, and it was awkward, and I was so close to you I could see your contact lenses, and I feel like that's weird. The picture came out terrible (not you - me) and so I didn't put it on Facebook, but I sent it to my big sister and she put it on Facebook and even made it her profile picture. (Weird.) Anyway, I'd like to say I'm sorry for that. To Sara's dad: I know you probably get this a lot, and I know you probably do all you can, and I'm sure you're a wonderful man and father, but please do everything in your ability to get this to Sara. If Sara could send me some kind of response via e-mail that would be a treat, but I don't expect anything. I don't know if there's a way in this finite world that I could fully explain to you your significance in my life and relationship with the Lord, but I guess I'll tell you in Heaven. If you needed me to reveal every dirty little secret of my life to get it across, I would, but you don't have time for that. I just watched your Nomad documentary, and cried my little eyes out. Afterwards, out of curiousity I checked out the "special features" and somehow ended up watching the recording of a show you did in Seattle. Before you did "Why It Matters," you said something to the effect of, "Mother Teresa and Jesus both knew how far a single cup of water can go." I immediately started bawling my eyes out and I couldn't stop, and I'll explain why (besides the fact that I love Mother Teresa and I love Jesus even more). For the past few years I've been going back and forth to a little mountaintop in the Dominican Republic to pour out love and serve the Lord. The poverty there is indescribable, the need for Jesus Christ evident. There are hundreds and thousands of people living on "la montana," which you can see in entirety in one glance from ground level easily. There are two small ministries which seek to do all they can, but it's simply not enough. The last time I went we came at a time when the Dominican servants of the Lord running the ministry were weary. They had spent years giving every last ounce of material things they could, always to come up short, with hundreds of people inundating them every second, saying, "Why did they get a mattress and not us?" Because it is their culture not to interfere too much, they kind of let our team do our own thing the first day we were there, and we failed miserably. We did our rounds in the morning, telling people to come to the Bible study we were having, cleverly leaving out the fact that we would be serving hot dogs at the end of the event. About 100 people initially came to the Bible study, and that was a blessing. We made about 250 hot dogs, thinking that would be plenty. But then we started bringing them out, and before we could say "perro caliente" there were 800 Dominicans and Haitians, packed like sardines in that small space, staring at us, waiting to be fed. And we stared right back at them, having no idea what to do. (I would attach a picture to this, but I don't think that's possible.) At one point, my 42-year-old friend Jill broke down, holding two hot dogs in each of her gloved hands, and cried, "But, I just want to feed them!" We did all we could, but needless to say a majority of the people left unfed, and our hearts were broken. We then resolved not to give the people material things if we didn't systematically plan it beforehand, because the only thing that would be enough is Jesus Christ. A few days later, I was hanging out with a few young girls (around ages 5-8) when we came across an empty silver cup along the side of the road. They immediately picked it up, brought it to my attention, and with puppy dog eyes said to me, "agua, agua..." ("water, water..."). I didn't know what to do - I've never been one to say no to much at all, and they weren't asking for much. And so I talked to my friend about it, and we both agreed that it would be alright if I privately gave them one cup of water to share. And so I did. They drank it up like kitties and returned the empty cup to me, not expecting any more, and went on their merry way. I didn't think much of it - we Americans drink water multiple times a day like it's nothing without a thought. Those girls were my best friends for the remainder of the trip. Before that incident, I never thought a single cup of water could have any kind of eternal significance - but I was wrong. To hear you verbalize that both in spoken words and song touched my heart. Anyway. There is just another small little story in the grander story God is writing of my journey with Him. I hope it reaches you somehow, and I hope it affects you. Never give up in your beautiful work for the Kingdom. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths. Thanks again and God bless! Liz

Andrea Surace November 19, 2011 • 08:37 AM

Hi Sara, I know you may not read this, but maybe someday this little note will get to you. I have been litenting to you for about 10 years (since I was born again). I first heard "The Word" on the radio and had to hear more. You, more than any other musician, has ministered to me in so many ways. I believe that in heaven God will show you to be a huge influencer in my life. Your music and words of Truth have helped me through difficult times as well as joyous. When I'm depressed or moving into self pity, I put your music on to hear Truth. There is an honesty in your lyrics that is relatable and allows me to feel that I'm not alone. Thank you for your hard work, perseverance and honesty. Andrea Surace

Nathan and Marci Lapp November 17, 2011 • 07:12 PM

Sara, To be with you following the concert at Cherry Glade Mennonite Fellowship in Accident, MD was a precious, priceless moment. Thank you for taking time to visit with our four year old Sarenna, whom we named after you. You are our dear friend. Your music has beamed light into dark, lonely times of our family's life, and you continue to challenge, inspire and strengthen us every day. We hope you come to Harrisonburg, VA soon!

Kim November 16, 2011 • 08:35 AM

I'm going to be honest, I feel a little weird writing here. I don't normally do stuff like this, but I had to find some way to communicate the impact of your music in my life. You've been my favorite artist for years now. I love the honesty in your songs... how they are simple and real, but really cut to the heart of things. Recently my husband, two pre-school aged boys and I moved across the ocean, settling in eastern Europe for my husband's job. At first the excitement and adventure of it all trumped everything else, but the past month or so was a very dark time for me. And while I wish I could say I prayed and listened to your music and all is well now, I really can't. But I spend most of my free time listening to Fireflies and Songs. And everytime "From This One Place" starts playing, I freeze. Stop whatever I'm doing and let the song take me away (I know that sounds cheesy, but it's the best way I can describe it). I've felt on the verge of giving up so many times, and if it weren't for my two young children to care for I may have crawled into bed and holed up inside myself. But that song truly gives me hope. That it is okay to feel like this inside, that even in the depth of my misery, God sees something else... something I can't see, and really don't need to. I'm finding words lacking right now, so I guess I will settle for just saying thank you. Thank you.

"The Mysterious Motor City Phantom". November 14, 2011 • 11:58 AM

"Hello",Mrs. Groves,"where ever" you are.This is "The Mysterious Motor City Phantom","Bass guitarist" with "The Motor City Mystery Gang". I "first heard of you" about "5" years back,and I bought your c.d.,"ALL RIGHT HERE". I "thought" it was "stunning"."Especially" the track,"You cannot lose". It "touched me very deeply","because",I "AM" a "severe trauma survivor". I "always" "wondered" "what" you "looked like" "playing live",and I was "thrilled" to find some clips of "you" on "you tube". "YOUR" bass player is "pretty good",too. "YOU" and him "both" can "check me out",at "Motor city mystery gang.com". You and him may "download" a copy of "The Mysterious Too Drunk To Drive Song", if you like. And "if" you do,"PLEASE" "use it" to "help make a difference","New Year's Eve". And, "oh yes",I've "written and recorded" some "good christian rock",too. I'll "send you a message","when" the tunes get "up loaded" to the band page. I "hope" you and your family have "a good holiday season"."One of your TALENTED fans","The Mysterious Motor City Phantom".

Tara (Krivoruchka) Jaeck November 13, 2011 • 08:38 AM

Mrs. Groves - It's been awhile since I checked in on you - and I am delighted to see where your career has gone. Often, when I have a cup of tea and read, I think of your classroom. Keep up your fabulous work - and teaching others to embrace their passion. Best, Tara (Krivoruchka) Jaeck

Lee from Oregon November 11, 2011 • 06:15 PM

I listened to "When the Saints" and found it very powerful, catchy, and inspirational. Love your heart, and your music Sara - God bless you. Keep writing music. I would love to take my niece to see you if you're ever in town.

Laura Wise November 11, 2011 • 03:28 PM

Sara, Invisible Empires couldn't have come out a more accurate time for me. I'm a senior in college majoring in English, and the class topic for my senior seminar class is "Am I Human?" Going into the class I had no idea of what we'd be really reading and what the class discussions involve, so when your newest album was released in August, I was struck with how much your album and the class related (at least in my mind). I have upheld your ideas from your album in my mind as I contemplate the topics we discuss in class. Thanks for the inspiration and the honest truth of a real, raw, and beautiful life conveyed through music and art. Even though I've only met you once in Birmingham, AL last year, I feel that I know you like a friend. You're a beautiful, real, and inspiring messenger of God.

Chris November 11, 2011 • 02:28 PM

Hi Sara, I have purchased songs of yours here and there from iTunes and that was about it. Preferring music with a 60's or 80's pop/rock flavor, I hadn't explored your music much. Well, that changed as I was listening to "The Healing Light" radio station on iTunes and heard "Without Love". I was impressed. So I searched your name and saw that you had a new album, Invisible Empires. I was again impressed and bought it. I then went on YouTube to see if you had any videos. There too I was impressed. Sara, you are really gifted and song writing is just a part of your gift. I pray for our Lord's continued blessings on you and your family. --A Brother-in-Christ

Sheila Wilson November 10, 2011 • 03:57 PM

Sara, My husband and I are legal guardians for a 9 year old boy. We've had him since he was 5. He was abused, neglected, abandoned, and rejected. Your song, "You Cannot Lose My Love," has brought tremendous healing to his heart. Your song, "Painting Pictures of Egypt," brought tremendous healing to my heart. Thank you for what you do. God is doing miracles in our lives through your music. Sheila

DeeDee Jacobson November 09, 2011 • 02:54 PM

Janice Jones, we must think alike. This is DeeDee, Kari's sister. As I laid on the couch next to Kari in her hospice room last night, I was awoken at 5am, wondering how we could get Sara for a visit to St. Paul to see Kari. I put fireflies and songs cd on last night (it repeats ALL NIGHT LONG)and Kari got such a peaceful look on her face, and also a big smile. I asked her what she was so happy about, and she said "This CD, it brings back happy memories". No, she may not remember who came to visit her this morning, but music is a window to her soul. I live in Rapid City, SD, but was able to attend the concert with Kari and her friends. What a beautiful memory we will all cherish forever. I bawled through the whole concert, remembering happy times raising our kids together, and knowing that life as we know it will be ending soon for her. But I cannot wait to spend eternity with all of you. We will have one joyous concert, with Kari in the front row!

Janice Jones November 09, 2011 • 10:46 AM

Beloved friend Kari is in the final stages of brain cancer. She loves your music and we brought her to your CD release concert in Maple Grove a few weeks back. She is in hospice now and has little memory left - except of your concert. It brought her SO MUCH joy...thank you. She loves music and only wishes to listen to your CD's now. As I sat and watched her sleep the other evening "What do I Know" came on. Caught me off guard. I cried. She will soon be absent from her body "and present with the Lord." We praise God that for her, after her strong and valiant battle, it will be - she will be - "very good".... Thank you again for blessing her - and us.

Drake November 08, 2011 • 01:06 PM

I first saw you at my church in Cape Girardeau, MO - almost ten years ago. I was young, afraid, and lost in a world that told me I didn't belong. I remember sitting on the floor not 10 feet away from you at the piano and thinking you had to have written "Maybe There's A Loving God" just for me. Ten years later I still find a friend in your music when it seems like no one else gets it. Thank you for your openness and honesty - it's saved me more times than I can count.

sarah November 07, 2011 • 03:48 PM

Just listened to Open my Hands on Invisible Empires, on spotify. Great recording btw. This song was especially meaningful as I listened to it today. Today, 4 years ago, one on my best friends, my brother Ben, was killed in Iraq by an IED. He was amazing man who loved God and his country and served both courageously. God has been so faithful to me these past years, blessing me with His presence. I am continuing to learn that "He does not withhold any good thing from us" and your song reminded me of that incredible, stabilizing truth ever so beautifully on this hard day. Thank you.

Laura Bousman November 04, 2011 • 10:09 AM

I bought Invisible Empires the day before it became a very timely, uplifting source of light. I didn't know how much I would need it when I bought it and by the end of that day... God is good and I thank him for your music at is has met me in many dark days. I wrote this and wanted to share it with you. If you ever find use for it, you are welcome to it. Thank you for your transparency. Small graces timidly shown not meeting eyes before you leave home half hearted kiss, reach out in the night me on my knees giving up the fight. and grace abounds when the sun comes up step by small step we are coming undone defeat in our hearts will bring us to Him and take us away from the place we never should have been revealing of sin revealing of pain what is life without a little rain it washes away all that stains makes full the blood flowing in our veins come back to me let me see your precious smile give me your grace if only for a little while we can't undo what has been done but we can turn this to the One

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Phil Davison November 02, 2011 • 09:58 AM

Hi, This comes to you from Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso): you probably don't get many emails from there. I'm writing because I've just heard Add to the Beauty for the first time: I'm knocked out. I tracked it down because I was captivated by 'Something Changed' (heard at the end of the film 'The Ultimate Gift'), and had to find the whole album. Lots of great stuff, and a special mention for 'It's going to be alright', as I'm going through one of my recurring periods of insomnia... Wow, right to the point. Thank you (and thanks to the Lord too, who knew...). Finally: did I detect a little Peter Gabriel reference in the final song (with the lyric 'come talk to me')? He's one of my all-time favourite musicians, so that was an extra pleasure. Thanks again: may God continue to bless your work and ministry. Phil Davison

Jamie November 01, 2011 • 02:06 PM

I got the CD and t-shirt! Thank you! And can I just say Finite is BRILLIANT! Can totally relate as a wife and mom.

Sarah November 01, 2011 • 12:10 PM

Dear Sara, Thank you for recording Keep your Eyes on the Prize! I listen to Christian radio and this song has stood out to me above any others I hear. I am a born-again Christian that married a "baby Christian." There have been many ups, but some downs, as my husband struggles to fully disentangle himself from past habits and bad influences. It's a real battle and I know Satan wants to take away our hope and trust. It gets discouraging at times. Last night something VERY discouraging came up. After my husband went to work this morning, I walked into the kitchen in time to hear THAT song play. The Lord encouraged me SO much as I heard that, and all His promises toward me and my husband were remembered! I faced today with new strength! Thank you, thank you, thank you, for being faithful and using your talent to glorify your maker. It has blessed me, personally, very much. Thank you.

Bobbie Vang November 01, 2011 • 09:32 AM

Hi Sara, I have always been a huge fan of your music and still am today. You are a Christian artist that absolutely shares the heart of Jesus to your audience, probably the reason why I have loved your music for so long. You are very diferent from other Christian artists in that you share raw, genuninue faith with us. I love that you don't sugar coat the faith, but you tell us how it really is and that the struggle is never over. As Christians we need to continue to love until it hurts, until the day of His return. I praise God for using you to write beautiful music for people like me. You music continues to resonate with my heart and what God is doing within. Sara, thank you for living a life of worship. May God never stop pouring His love over your life.

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Love your music. Please pray for my grandson, James Christian Anderson, who is being abused by his military stepfather. He's not even 2 years old yet. My wife and I have had him since he was born, and we are in a custody battle with our daughter. I pray for his safety and well being and protection every day. Please agree with me in prayer that God's Perfect Will will be done in this young, gifted child's life, and that NO HARM will come to him when he's not with us! God Bless You..I love your song, "Eyes on the Prize". My wife and I play it everynight when we drive him to sleep. He never wants to sleep because, I believe he's afraid he's going to wake up and be with my daughter and her 2nd husband. Our final trial date in Jan. 02, 2012. Pray we get full custody of him, in Jesus' name!

Zoey_fromAC October 31, 2011 • 10:57 AM

Having said all of that, I wonder if Ande's idea isn't the best (regardless of what format you choose to go with for the blog). If it was still public with no comments, but you cross-posted entries in a private forum, you could allow people to respond and discuss in a controlled/private environment, but still keep the blog itself public. I'm not sure how much extra work that would be for you, but if it was negligible I would say that's the best option for running your site the way you have and seem to love, but keeping the riffraff at bay.

Carrie October 30, 2011 • 09:37 PM

Thank you for your songs and sharing your heart with the world. You are an inspiration to many by doing what God has created you for and giving Him glory! I'm a missionary in central @sia and I am continually blessed by your music I carry around with me on the buses, and going throughout the city. The Spirit has used songs like 'peace peace' to encourage me to hope and put my hope in Him. 'What do I know' to help me process witnessing to older folks, like my grandma! "Going home" to help me long for heaven more and it all encourages me back to Christ! Keep going!!!!

Judy Mosesman October 30, 2011 • 05:00 PM

Hi, Sara, Love your music! I am looking for printed music for your arrangement of "Breath of Heaven (Mary's Song)." Is it available to purchase? Thank you.

Laura Sandifer October 30, 2011 • 02:38 PM

Ms. Groves, I am a 15 year old girl who loves your music. I only have the album "Conversations" but am trying to get my dad to buy me another for Christmas. Your songs all relate to me in some way, which I find cool. "Hello Lord" has really spoken to me because it describes EXACTLY how I feel in my relationship with the Lord. I am working on that and your music has been nothing but encouragement to me during this time of renewal with Christ. Thanks so much. By the way, you look like a younger version of a lady at my church, Cammy Saint. :D Just had to add that....

Nicole W. October 25, 2011 • 05:22 PM

Hi Sara! Sooo thankful you made a new record. I love and appreciate your music and the way you perceive life. I just wanted to put in another plug to keep the piano music coming if possible! I buy it as soon as it comes out :) Both books I have are falling apart at the seams .... but I just keep playing them! Thanks again and God bless you now and always with those "good things He does not withhold!" in Christ, Nicole

Michelle Burcham October 25, 2011 • 03:52 PM

Hello Sara (and those who support you), I have been listening to your music off and on for some years now. I believe my first time listening to you was over ten years ago. If I did some research I could tell you things more exactly but I have six kiddos now and if I don't write now I never will. :) Any who, my sister Robin introduced me to your music and she would sing one of your songs while I would do sign, dance and drama to go with it. Each time I listen to this latest album (the Fireflies one) I feel like I have been hanging out with a good friend. I am thinking you and I are similar in age because through the years I relate with what you are singing about. From dealing with law living to marriage.....like we are on a similar journey or have the same dysfunctions or something. This year has been especially tough for me and your "friendship" and raw words of an authentic life before God and friends has often been a real comfort to me. Thank you for your vulnerability and faith and for sharing both with us. I looked it up and saw that you will be on tour close to where I live. I plan to come and hear you in person....though I do not do concerts much anymore. :) I am rambling....did I mention that I have six kids and am a stay at home mom. Hope to see you soon! Please keep on singing and encouraging us as the Lord leads. Blessings upon blessings upon your lovely head! Michelle.

Laura Wise October 24, 2011 • 04:33 PM

I received my package today!! Yay! However, the t-shirt is rather small. I ordered the women's medium, and typically wear a small or medium. I am not sure if it might have something to do with the shirt style or what. But I was wondering if it would be possible for me to exchange it for either a bigger size in the women's or a small in the mens?? I'm loving Invisible Empires...thanks.

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Janice Scott October 23, 2011 • 07:05 PM

Dear Sara: The concert in Atlanta tonight was what I always come to expect...the unexpected! "Substantive,ethereal and poignant." Pretty good words, huh? They all describe tonight! Thank you. Thank you for Jenny & Tyler, Audrey and your amazing musicians and precious children. Thank you for covering unexpected songs because they touch and move us. Thanks even for the funny suitcase sitting on the stage with no explanation. I really wanted to ask you if you know the name Ann Voskamp. I kinda expect you to be best friends. If not you should definitely write together. If you don't know what I mean, your counterpart in the prose world is this author of 1,000 Gifts. I hope you will take a deep peek. Thank you, thank you and God bless and keep you. You inspire the peace of the Holy SPirit in me. Janice SCott

Erich Farber October 23, 2011 • 07:07 PM

Great concert in Gainesville on Oct. 22! You guys were all great! I'll be buying some CD's!

Necey Highet October 22, 2011 • 06:51 PM

Just a note to tell you how blessed I feel to have been part of the house concert in Raleigh, NC on Thursday evening. It was my first, but it will not be my last. I will not subject you to too many "words", but I was touched in the deep places. I am still reflecting on it all and trying to figure out why it made such an impact on me. Perhaps when I have my answers, I will let you know. Until then, just know, God continues to use you and your music to make a difference. "Lean into" that truth! In His Love, Necey

Lee October 21, 2011 • 09:54 AM

Sara, What a great show last night in Raleigh, NC! My wife and I sat on the front row right in front of you. Felt like you were sitting across from us at the dining room table playing our favorite songs. It was a magical, inspirational, joyful evening. Thank you for sharing your songs and stories with us. Thanks for taking the time to speak to everyone after the show. Thanks for brining along Jenny and Tyler and Audrey Assad as these artists are truly special. Love the new album! Your ministry is a blessing and you are doing the Lord's work through it. Keep going! Warm regards, Lee

Angela October 20, 2011 • 10:39 AM

Thank you so much for sharing not only your music but your family with me in Greensboro yesterday. I was invited to your concert by my dear friend Theresa. Her husband bought us the backstage pass tickets. We thoroughly enjoyed eating dinner with your son as he enthusiastically shared all of his ideas and funny stories, while your other son worked on equations and shared his love of math with me. As a former middle school math teacher, that was joy. We enjoyed our time with Troy as well. He certainly was a blessing to meet. Having dessert with you was a wonderful treat...even without a plate. Your music seems to speak of my life. It's like you've been sitting in my living room and writing music. The concert was wonderful and encouraging and challenging. There's always more we can do and that is my aim...to do. More. Thank you.

Debbie A. October 18, 2011 • 11:55 AM

Sara: I don't know how I didn't find you sooner, but am so glad that I have now. I just had my first baby (a beautiful little boy named Henry) in February, and since discovering Station Wagon, I haven't been able to stop listening to it (and crying about it). Thank you for beautifully capturing all of my feelings for this little man (except that he looks more like Elmer Fudd when he cries than Charles Bronson). A Lot Like Me and A Little Piece of You are so close to my heart. Thank you, thank you, thank you for giving me something beautiful to sing to my baby. I'll say a prayer for you after dancing with him to I Can't Wait. Again. Love to you and yours, Debbie

Susan Moran October 18, 2011 • 11:45 AM

Thank you for the beauty of your music and your voice. The words to your songs touch my spirit in a way that no other singer/songwriter has.

Michelle October 18, 2011 • 11:26 AM

You are such a blessing! Please keep going, and all the best!!! And please please come to New York sometime. So much love, Michelle M.

Gary October 17, 2011 • 10:38 AM

Attended the concert in Clinton last Friday night. I was very excited to see again after seeing you for the first time about two and a half years earlier in Scotch Plains, NJ. After that concert, I was blown away by the music, your witness and you passion. The concert last Friday was good. I wish we could have heard more songs from you. Audrey had an amazing voice and Jenny and Tyler were great too. I just wanted more Sara! Peace and God Bless, Gary

Christy October 15, 2011 • 06:47 AM

I met you last night at stop 1 of your new concert tour in Clinton, NJ. I spoke to you through tears about how much your music means to my husband & I. You were so gracious! The thing that keeps us coming back to your songs is how honest, deep, and vulnerable your lyrics are. After going through a very difficult time in our marriage seven years ago, we can truly identify with the words of "Different Kinds of Happy". To be clean and known in front of your spouse, no secrets, nothing to hide...this is intimacy we would never have known had we not (and continue to) face the darkness together. Your songs ring true in our lives, asking the questions we ask, and reminding us that we are not alone. Thanking God for using you to encourage and inspire others! Keep speaking truth! We are so thankful!

Leigh Kirkpatrick October 14, 2011 • 04:14 AM

Sara....a lifeline to the Lord. Thank you for spilling your heart and filling mine.

Jen October 10, 2011 • 04:21 AM

Thank you for the encouraging music and funny stories you told at KidMin in Chicago! I feel truly blessed to have heard your beautiful music. I left feeling inspired to invest more in my marriage and I'm looking forward to listening to your CD. Thank you! Your new fan, Jen :)

Maigane Diop October 08, 2011 • 11:41 AM

Hi Mrs.Groves, I just wanted to say how much I appreciate your music. Thank you for making such wonderful music. Thanks, Maigane Diop

DANIELLE October 03, 2011 • 02:15 PM

I just heard on the radio that your gonna come to gainsville in this month to sing.. I am gonna come to see you in concert.. I've never been to a christian concert. I am looking forward to hearing you sing "its gonna be allright"..

Heather October 02, 2011 • 09:36 AM

Hey Sara! I have been to many of your concerts over the past 8 years and am always blessed! Your music speaks directly to my soul. Thank you for being who you are and for following where the Lord leads you!

Sara October 01, 2011 • 11:19 AM

Soooo looking forward to your CD release concert tonight. You are just real....living life like the rest of us...and yet you inspire so many of us to live our best life! I long to value the little blessings that God has provided...and to open my heart to the needs around me. Thank you dear Sara.

Melody September 30, 2011 • 05:16 PM

Just got the new album. You are our faithful cheerleader through the years. You are our safe place to hear something beautiful. Thank you for a new song(s) Can't wait to see you in Greensboro!

DANIELLE September 30, 2011 • 01:04 PM

I'm not exactly sure why I am writing to you, i know you get a lot of fan mail, but i'm not really a fan, as I only know one song..heres the reason i know it.. 2 months ago i was diagnosed with gioblastoma.. brain tumor.. i took it pretty hard and tried to end everything. when i was in the hospital, the nurse that was takin care of me kept singing one song every time she came in my room.. i finally asked her what it was and she said its gonna be all right by sara groves.. so when i got to go home, i looked it up and bought the cd. I'm not a christian, but since then, i have gone to church a couple times and trying to get a grasp on this whole god thing... your music may not affect a lot of people.. but it affected one..

Almeda Geselle September 26, 2011 • 06:21 PM

A little over a year ago our 2 1/2 year old grandson accidentally drank Citronella. Our daughter-in-law writes in her testimony..."While I was in the hospital with Hudson day in and day out there was one song that I sang to him over and over again. I am writing the words below: "He's Always Been Faithful", by Sara Groves "Morning by morning I wake up to find The power and comfort of God's hand..." Today he is a healthy, amazing, spirited little boy. Just wanted you to know how much your gift of music has been to our family. Tony & Jill will be at your concert on Saturday. Thus the reminder to thank you! If you give me a place, I would be glad to send you their entire testimony. It is beautiful.

Heather September 26, 2011 • 05:22 AM

Hi Sara. I was reviewing your concert schedule and wanted to let you know that Colorado misses you. Hoping you make it back soon. And as long as I'm here, much gratitude for the heartfelt message in your songs. Your songs refuel the soul. Both my sister (in Wisconsin) and I listen to them, and even though our lives couldn't be more different on the surface, the way we relate to your words reminds us that we are not so different in heart and soul.

Brother Stair September 25, 2011 • 03:06 AM

Greetings Sara Groves,this is Brother Stair from the Overcomer Ministry situated on a farm in Walterboro in the USA. I invite you to listen in to the broadcast either via the website www.overcomerministry.org or over the radio by many short wave frequencies stated on the website. With deep conviction by the annointing of the holy spirit this is the last day prophet of God proclaiming profoundly that this is the last generation. The overcomer ministry broadcasts 24 hours a day online and you are welcome to listen in to the tabernacle and leave a comment or question upon the broadcasts or scripture.The Ministry address is:Po Box 691,Walterboro,SC 29488,USA.By Telephone,1-843-701-5053. It was interesting to view the website.God bless and maranatha.

scott and nena jackson September 24, 2011 • 07:53 PM

Thank you for playing this evening at The Cove. Your music and voice are amazing and a blessing from God. Your performance was a great way to end the day. Looking forward to worshiping with you tomorrow.

Bryan Bockhop September 19, 2011 • 05:52 AM

Dear Sara, I was at the concert last night in Sugar Hill, Georgia, with my 13 year old daughter and my 22 year old son. I can only say that we were overwhelmed. I have enjoyed your recordings for quite some time, but I was amazed at your live performance. (I also enjoyed Melody Olson's songs, please tell her that they were wonderful!) Also, thank you for introducing us to the Traffic Stop ministry. What an inspiration! I plan to support them as they do God's work. Sometimes I think about the apostles in the upper room as they felt the violent wind that came from heaven: last night, we certainly felt a breeze. Thank you for a beautiful and inspiring concert. I was once a fan, now I'm a fanatic (and, now, so are my kids).

Maggie September 19, 2011 • 05:35 AM

Front row for your concert last night at Sugar Hills Baptist. Amazing. I held expected you to jump off the stage and give me a hug as I consider you an old friend. I've been on this journey with you for 10 years. Thank you for your gift and thank you for coming to Georgia. I wanted to wear my invisible empires t shirt but it has not arrived. Love the new album and my new Melody Olson download!

Sandy Key September 18, 2011 • 07:45 PM

Hi Sara (Troy, Melody, & the bass player ... sorry I couldn't remember your name), I have listened to your music for quite some time and had the opportunity to hear you tonight in Buford at Sugar Hill Church at the fundraiser for Traffick Stop. Your music has always been so thought-provoking, encouraging, healing and honest! I thank you for your ministry and how it has ministered to me! Keep writing, recording, and ministering! Thank you for coming to GA and I look forward to hearing you again ... until then ... I bought the rest of the CDs that I didn't have to enjoy! God bless you and your family and thanks again for your depth and honesty in your work. Love in Christ Sandy

Sandy Key September 18, 2011 • 07:45 PM

ron letourneau September 17, 2011 • 06:41 AM

Thank you for a great concert last night. can't wait to get your new CD. Looking forward to seeing you again soon.

David Bredeweg September 16, 2011 • 04:14 PM

Sara I am 14 and I recently saw you in Elmhurst IL with my Mom. She has, of course, all of your CD's and can sing every song. Thank you for making our God look so beautiful. Love everything you do, David

Elizabeth Ratcliffe September 14, 2011 • 11:33 PM

Sara, I listened to your music for the first time and thought; "why haven't I heard of you before now?" You have such a beautiful quality to your voice. How do we get you to do a concert in Arkansas? God Bless and am thankful I finally discovered your talent!

Heather September 13, 2011 • 12:49 PM

Your songs have always ministered to my soul. Your newest album, invisible empires, is no different. This may be one of my favorites. Maybe it is my season of life (mom to 4 small children) but there are times when I feel a bit overwhelmed. The quick song "right now" I have put on repeat at times to let it sink in. (especially when the dinner hour rolls around) God has used your music to change my perspective, encourage, and correct me. I thank God that you are a willing vessel.

Sharon September 13, 2011 • 12:15 PM

Hi Sara. My 12-year-old daughter and I were very blessed to attend your concert in Stratford, ON. I was so excited after driving a couple of hours to get there (without a ticket) hoping we'd get a seat...and we were only 5 rows back! I sang every song with you that night and loved listening to your explanations before you shared a particular song. Now, I enjoy those songs so much more! I really wanted to talk with you following the concert but we had a long drive home and the concert lasted longer than I expected. The concert as good as I had hoped and I thank you for sharing yourself so freely. Disappointed that we didn't get to meet but it was all so wonderful regardless! THEN, I go to my in-laws house in Elmhurst, Illinois a couple of weeks later and my Father-in-law non-chalantly shares that he had dinner with you and your husband before you presented your concert at his church. Wow, not fair! :) Hope to meet you sometime, Sara. You are a blessed child of God and your music touches so many hearts. You must love what you do! It sure seems that way. Looking forward to your new record. "Miracles" sounds like a beautiful song.

Matt Lowe September 12, 2011 • 06:28 PM

Encouraged by the theme of "invisible empires" in the new album. Can we see lyrics to the songs soon? And how long will the limited-time package deals last? Blessings!

Emily September 08, 2011 • 07:48 AM

It's unlikely that you remember the girl who tagged along on your trip to the Mother Teresa orphanage in Rwanda over a year ago, but I am she. After spending a year in Rwanda I still struggle to know how to express the experience. I think back to that day in the Smith's living room when you were sharing about singing under the tree, Becca and I turned to each other and said "That sounds like a song, I wonder when we'll hear it." And whether you ever sing that one, I have found some release in the heart of your songs, knowing that you are able to express the pains, joys and mysteries of Africa, which just seem to get stuck in my throat. So thank you, for doing what you're doing and being who you are. It has made a difference for me.

Laurel September 07, 2011 • 09:13 PM

I attended North Central back in 2000. I was first introduced to your music at a concert you had there. It was a small crowd, few people on my floor had heard of you at that time but we were curious. After the concert was over virtually every person I could see was buying your CDs. I remember going up to my dorm room soon after and hearing your music coming from every direction. We were all attracted to the sincerity and honesty of your songs. Many of us listened to the song Generations carefully, knowing we were now adults and our choices had bigger consequences. I have been listening to your music ever since and feel as blessed now as I was then by your songs. I hope that in the days when you get tired, down or are faced with fears that you know God is using you to make a real difference.

Norm September 07, 2011 • 04:49 AM

So I really enjoy Sara's music, but on Amazon right now they have two copies of Station Wagon going for a little bit more than I want to pay.... One of them is $206,300.16 and the other is $515,750.40. What I find most amusing is that they both have shipping charges of $2.98 :)

Chris C. September 02, 2011 • 07:47 PM

Thank you, Sara, for letting God work through you with the incredible gift He has given you for ministry through music. Your lyrics have touched and helped heal this wounded heart many times over the years. May God continue to speak through your work and heart to bless and encourage and give hope to others!

Andrea September 01, 2011 • 08:59 AM

bought Fireflies. had all others. so much brave ministry in 1 CD!: will give several @ Christmas. Layers + layers of insight distilled into song. Listening together in car, my daughter said: "mom, all her songs are anointed." I could not agree more! thank everyone who produced: balance of instruments to vocal is best yet. music always says what the words do, and never better than on this album. phrasing is perfect. Bless the teams, musicians/friends/family, who make it possible for you to keep writing. Hope to see you on tour. Just called daughter in Boston re Gordon College concert. "Fighting to stay open," too... by His grace and mercy... and with the help of songs! Keep enjoying God. Keep singing the truth. More than you know are listening/drinking/growing/sharing/being blessed.

Laura Wise September 01, 2011 • 09:07 AM

Sara, I cannot recollect all the times I've spoken or written of how inspiring, encouraging, and unique a woman you are as a singer and song writer, and as a child of God. I feast on the language you give to your audience, and I'm thankful to have heard it all. It is reassuring that I have never gone away disappointed with any of your art; it's all so real, raw, beautiful, and filled with messages of Thee. Thank you for sharing your unique talents with us, and doing it for His glory! I'm on my toes about Invisible Empires. I linger on every word and note, and I'm overjoyed to have the privilege of listening! Thanks, Your devoted fan. I hope to see you in Chattanooga!

Jolene Nunemaker August 31, 2011 • 07:01 PM

I dont know how you sum up a connection you have with the deepest , most beautifil , inspiring song writer My heart has yet to hear. With each cd comes many tears , a pure honesty , harmonzied with hope and inspiration. You have a way of taking my mind and heart to just the right place at just the right time. I truly scense you are on this journey of life with me, which is a gift considering we have never met. you are a gift to me and your music sends me comfort , love, and reminds me of the passion deep wihin.Thank you for sharing who you are through your music , your music often tells stories that my heart would long to express. I say with all sincerety,that you make the perfect scense from my every day , to the depths of my soul. I'm grateful for you and the passion you have and the way you express it. you give me a lot to relate too. you have been the most inspiring song writer ever , and I should have told you sooner. may you be encouraged the way you have encouraged me and more. love and blessings to you Mrs Sara Groves!

Yvonne Melchionne Trimble August 30, 2011 • 11:05 AM

I hope someone reads this to you b/c God has used you to speak to me through your songs. Not only have I been a missionary in Haiti since 1975 but my son became mentally ill when he was 20. As I sat in the States in hospital, jail house and court room waiting rooms often the words you sang came to me. God is faithful, He is good and He deserves our lives. Thank you for giving yours. See you when we get there!

Kathleen August 30, 2011 • 06:09 AM

Sara, Colorado would gladly welcome you back... I heard you sing in Denver 2 summers ago... Everyday Joe's Coffee House in Fort Collins, CO (partnered w/ Timberline Church) would be an awesome venue... that's where my husband and I attend church... we would love to see you perform there someday! Peace and blessings to you and yours and the music that you offer. :)

Ellee Crawford August 30, 2011 • 05:53 AM

I went to your concert in Elmhurst recently! Do you remember me? I gave you a potholder! You are my favorite singer!

Bonnie August 28, 2011 • 06:24 PM

Thank you so much for you song "I saw what I saw". I recently went to Uganda on a mission trip. When I returned, starving for anything related to Africa, I came across your video. I was moved to tears and listen to it often. It is perfectly worded to how I feel about my time. My husband is planning to go and we feel God has bigger plans for us regarding Uganda. Thank you for sharing your love and for this song.

Kara August 24, 2011 • 06:04 PM

Dear Sara, I am so thankful for your ministry of music as it has brought much healing and joy to my life and my family and friend's lives too! Being here in Minneapolis I also really enjoy your concerts and am looking forward to your CD release concert in October! I have brought my friends to your concerts in the past, praying that they would receive the same encouragement from your songs which I have received. I have a question...would it ever be possible for you to have your lyrics up on the screen during your concerts? Of course those of us that know your music well know what you're singing, but often when I bring friends they have difficulty understanding the words (which of course is so normal when you have a nice strong band playing behind you). I am bringing a couple of friends to your October concert, praying the Lord might stir in their heart in an authentic way, and I would love to know that they would understand your most precious and truthful lyrics. Thanks for considering this. You're a blessing to so many of us and I thank the Lord for you! Sincerely, Kara

Llse August 24, 2011 • 01:05 PM

I "discovered" your music on iTunes while looking at another singer/songwriter. Clicked on your name, began to listen. The lyrics and music spoke to my heart. I am so glad I did, and am looking forward to adding lots of your music to my collection.

Julie August 24, 2011 • 07:10 AM

For the past several years your music has been the favorite in my car stereo as I drive to work (also a teacher). Two weeks ago I was able to listen to you play at Maranatha Bible Camp in Michigan. It was my 10 year anniversary gift from my husband. How the Lord works is amazing! Although it was planned months ago, the Lord saw my need for encouragement for that very week. Trials build our character and that is the real battle of my life right now. It was a blessing to meet you in person (even if I was a snot covered mess by the time we talked). Great is Thy Faithfulness was one of your last songs. The faith in that room from His saints was powerful. The "good things" in life are the unseen and how good it was. Although the battle for character is a daily walk, you have been a mouthpiece of encouragement in my life. Thank you to your parents, grandparents, great-grandparents who lived faithfully. The inheritance of their work is being reaped today. Thank you for being faithful - not just Sara, but all those generations before. Though it may have appeared small and forgotten the Lord is using the generational faith to minister today. Blessings, Julie Simonsen

Tricia August 23, 2011 • 12:31 PM

I can hardly believe that you and Audrey Assad are teaming up!!! What an incredible partnership...you two are my favorite artists! I know my birthday request ;)

Cindy Kunzweiler August 20, 2011 • 08:18 PM

I have been challenged by your music. I like it because there is deep thought put into your music. It goes beyond churchiness. I listened on Youtube to an interview you had with The American Bible Society. The one that caused me most puzzlement was the one titles Relational theology. I totally agree with eating the word of God, no matter where you come from or what you have done, or whether you have been reading it since you could read. It is so alive. The letter of the law brings death but, the spirit of it gives life. So many times churches put emphasis with what we can do, but little faith in opening the word of God to change lives. It is not us, but God. He is involved in our everyday lives from the rising of the sun to going down the same. All my steps are numbered and ordained in His book. He will pick us up from wherever we are. He is the one the scriptures point to. He said to Abide in Him other wise we cannot bear fruit. But I believe that Genesis 1-50 is literal and happened just the way it says because why would God interweave a poem so that simple people could not read it and understand it for what it says. Jesus is Truth and in Him is no darkness whatsoever. If my God can create this world at just His word then He is a rock I can count on. His promise of my salvation isn't just a figure of speech, simply I believe He is my savior. I can rest in Him because as deep as He is, He has left the simple things about life simple for simple me. He is so cool that His word is for the simple as well as the scholar. It is only a reflection of who He is. Loving the simple and challenging the theologian. Those who think they are so wise will be shamed by the foolishness of God (Jesus, God dying for sinful mankind). Sara keep on abiding in the Vine. If the truth be known He keeps us abiding in Him. Keep writing the music Christ inputes to you to write. To make me and others think not religiously, but as Jesus would. Thank you for your openness and honesty. It is teaching and helping me to be more open and honest so that I can truly be Christ to those I meet. I thank also the Good Shepherd who is leading me home through every mountain and valley. I thank God He has burned my bridges from Egypt, if He didn't lead me on and burn the bridges that is exactly where I would be. I don't want to hide. Thank you again.

Rachel Wells August 20, 2011 • 08:41 PM

Sarah, I heard you sing at the MOPS conference a few weeks ago. I grew up in Springfield just like you, but I had never heard you sing until this month. I cried and I cried on the Piece of You in my Pocket song because I missed my kids so much! (I am not a crier either!) Thank you for blessing us with your songs, it was a highlight of the conference and I'll definitely be looking to hear you sing again soon.

Tasya Leigh Williamson August 20, 2011 • 07:44 AM

Sara, Thank you for doing what you do. I'm a singer/songwriter finding my own voice and what God has to say through me. Your music moves my heart closer to Jesus, who gives us the strength to be raw and real. I'm looking for chords for Setting Up the Pins and others. Can I find them online? Thank you and Blessings to you! Tasya Leigh

Mike Waldyke August 18, 2011 • 01:47 PM

My wife and I and another couple from church went to Muskegon, MI to see the concert last Saturday night. This was about the sixth time I have seen you in concert. Though we were in the section that "saw" you through the piano, we greatly enjoyed the concert. The selection of music--some old, some new--along with the videos you chose, was perfect. You got a good part of my "Sara Groves' Best" playlist on my phone. Life has been very busy lately, and I came away feeling much recharged and closer to God. Thanks for continuing to make your wonderful music that is good for the soul as well as the ears!

Candy Crawford August 18, 2011 • 04:53 AM

oops. p.s. can you think of doing a stop on your fall tour anywhere closer to Wheaton Illinois?

Candy Crawford August 18, 2011 • 04:39 AM

Hi Sara, My daughter (Ellee) and I attended your concert in Elmhurst and met you afterwards. It had been a long time since attending a christian concert and I was deeply impacted by the delicate and profound chemistry of your lyrics, piano and voice. I sensed God's longstanding perseverance with me as I recollected the many songs of yours that have accompanied the trials and joys of my life. As I told you face to face, your authenticity stand out and I invite and thank you for the lyrics that speak to the difficulties of life. As we get older (you and me and the rest of the world) life sure presents us a multitude of reasons to ache and yet also embrace God's tenderness . I observed a beautiful "second half of life" facet to you this time, (turning 40?) which no doubt will deepen and clarify what catches your attention. So, thank you Sara for keep on keeping on. We are in this together. Candy

Buck Albrecht August 17, 2011 • 10:27 AM

Every time I listen to your music and hear you in an interview I am thinking "Wow" I feel the same way. I am always moved to tears. You know what it is...it is honesty and purity...Truly seeking for God to fill this vessel. Not wanting to hold onto the things that this life has because it is temporary. I have been recently enjoying the songs "When the Saints" and "I saw what I saw"...Its like that inner burning of passion that the Holy Spirit ignites in His people to love the world...I love chronology of the song "When the Saints" because it is building into our present time of saints that we may relate to more...And how true suffering can draw us so close to the Lord. I love the inspiration for "I saw what I saw" its like what if those were our children? Keep the faith and stay humble, truly you and your family are a blessing!!!

Mary Boerman Lagerwey August 17, 2011 • 07:09 AM

Sara and fam, I came to your recent concert in Elmhurst, IL; it was a terrific evening that really refreshed me for the school year ahead. I have two questions as a result of that evening: what was the exact devotional/source of the selection you read about "no good thing"? I want to have that at my fingertips! And when you are in the Chicago area would you like to come hang out with a pin-setting-up-and-knocking-down family in a messy house with delicious food? Let me know! Somehow your music and stories made me feel like you are already a friend. Thanks so much!

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Kristin August 09, 2011 • 10:43 AM

Sarah, I was just at the MOPS convention in Nashville. What a great way to kick off the convention by seeing you perform and hearing your great stories! I will admit that I haven't heard much of you before this weekend but I was familiar with your name. After this weekend you are now my favorite artist. Although I loved all of the songs that you sang, I especially loved "You Cannot Lose My Love." It's a song that has dual meaning for me and I'm sure many others. One, it reminds me that no matter what I do, God will love me. Two, this song describes my love for my children and now I can share this song with them and maybe eventually sing it to them (Not as well as you though.) When I came home from Nashville that may be one of the first things I did. I found that song and played it for them. My husband had a song for them and now I have this one for them. Thank you for your ministry! I loved your authenticity. We can see you love for God, your husband (the way you looked at him while you were talking) and especially your love for your kids. Thank you for sharing your life and your words with us! A New Fan, Kristin ( Erie, Pa)

Jodi P August 08, 2011 • 07:47 PM

I was introduced to your music this past weekend at the MOPS convention in Nashville and was moved by the lyrics. It is wonderful to hear your life story through your music. Thank you for sharing your story.

Tricia August 08, 2011 • 02:12 PM

Hi Sara, I was at the MOPS convention in Nashville this past weekend and saw you play. I had never heard your music before but loved, loved, loved it!! Thank you so much for supporting our ministry - it truly has been a blessing in my life.

Fiona August 08, 2011 • 03:45 AM

Hi Sara, I just want to say thank you so much for your honest and encouraging songs. I have been suffering with depression and your songs It's gonna be alright and It might be hope have really helped me through the darkness. Thank you and may God bless you xx

Silas August 07, 2011 • 08:38 PM

Hi Sarah! I was just listening "this peace." What beautiful lyrics.My English is poor but I would like to say that your music touches my heart. I love your music. May God bless you always!

kim merritt August 06, 2011 • 12:33 PM

I have never cried and agreed and "ahmenned" and sang along with any other musician as I have with you. I am a pastor's wife of a tny old church in the 2nd least christian state...NH, and your cd's just bless me so very much. How can I not cry with "Remember Surrender, remember the place" and "It's been a hard year, I'm climbing out of the rubble..." Oh I could go on and on. Thank You Sara, thank you thank you thank you.

Taliah August 02, 2011 • 05:31 PM

Sara, you are such an inspiration to me! I love your music; you are my favorite singer/song-writer. I feel like a kid telling you these things, but I'm in your age band. The first time I heard a song of yours, it was Generations. I was amazed that someone was singing about such an important topic & it sounded good. Then it was First Song that I Sing, and I thought, "This girl is awesome!" So I just want to thank you for writing & singing such great music, you & your team. Thanks for being real.

Lauren August 02, 2011 • 12:24 PM

Sara, I absolutely love your music. You have such a vulnerability about you and project the fact that we can intimate with God. The Lord has gifted you in an amazing way. Thank you for following his calling in your life. Your music is being used for His glory. See you in Chattanooga or North Carolina in October hopefully!!

Debra Diepeveen July 31, 2011 • 12:36 PM

Dear Sara, your music means so much to me. It is so down to earth and real. Your songs are so full of meaning and empathy. I have every one of your albums. You are truly a poet. I've heard that you have a new CD coming out and I can hardly wait. I just want you to know that your songs have really spoken to me in good and bad times. Thank you for being real and open and true. God bless you, you have touched more lives than you could possibly know. A huge fan in Canada.

leichla July 27, 2011 • 10:40 AM

sara i think tht ur a great women and that you should keep writhing songs also singing them because me and my family enjoy it god bless you and ur family

wendy July 25, 2011 • 03:34 AM

dear Sara i really felt the need to tell you how much i loved & needed your album all right here.God & it helped me through a very hard time & so much so that even now when i listen to it i have such peace.I thank god so much for directing me to your album. I love your voice & recently got tech savvy got an ipod & down loaded you album firelflies & song & i love that too. Please continue to know you have a wonderful god given gift & that god is using both your voice & song words to help people .Praise god it is all right here thank you Wendy

Jenna July 18, 2011 • 07:26 AM

I pressed "submit" too quickly! Anyways, I had to tell you how much your music has meant to me over the last few years. I am 17 years old, and soon I will be going to college. My parents are divorcing and I've been dealing with a really hard break up from a long-term relationship. I usually don't get my heart wrapped up in things, but your song "It's Gonna Be Alright" has been breathing the new, wonderful, never-failing life of God into my heart again. You are reminding me that God is with me and that no matter what scary change I endure, it really will be alright one day. Thanks for your faithfulness to God's kingdom. I hope to see you perform soon!

Pastor.O.Ratna Kumar July 16, 2011 • 09:28 PM

I greet you in the most highly exalted name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I am very happy to inform you that my daughter came to Bismarck with Dean Holzer a hand some young man of God. Their marriage will be legalized on 23rd July. He has a church of his own in Bismarck. Those who are kind enough to wish a happy marriage life please contact me and I will send their details to you. My email address is feedmylambs@inbox.com. Please uphold the new couple in your prayers. Sincerely and thankfully in the Master’s service, Pastor.O.Ratna Kumar. India

ani July 16, 2011 • 09:44 AM

Dear Sara, i was down and broken...but God came to me through your song "It might be hope". it gave me hope and happiness. thank u..God Bless u. i am from India.

Alana July 15, 2011 • 06:29 PM

Sara, Your music has ministered to me since i was a freshmen in college. It took me through that first awkward, big life changing year to now. Just recently my husband and I went through one of the worst things we've ever experienced, thinking we had lost our son as he stopped breathing for 4 min. during a febrile seizure. We praise God that we didn't lose him and that he is a healthy boy now. Your music was a huge form of comfort as we dealt with remembering the longest 4 minutes of our lives. And now I am expecting twins and I am scared out of my mind. Your song, "It's Gonna Be Alright" has been playing through my head. I know God has blessed us, but since my son's seizure i've dealt with anxiousness and twins wasn't exactly comforting to me. Just wanted to let you know that your music is a huge ministry and it has blessed me for the last 12 years. I love how honest and raw it can be communicating to God.

Trent July 10, 2011 • 04:36 PM

I heard "All Right Here" on the local Christian radio station, but didn't get to hear who it was, or what it was called. The station gave me the details, but finding the song online legally proved the next challenge. iTunes didn't have it, nor did BigPond Music. If it wasn't for the ability to order your albums from here, I'd probably still be searching. Thanks so much. Can't wait for it to arrive.

Maggie Jezek July 06, 2011 • 10:12 AM

Hi Mrs. Groves, My name is Maggie Jezek, and I am 9 years old. I listen to your songs every night as I fall asleep, and I love them! I'm coming to Maranatha the same week that you're performing there (August 13), and I'd like to request for you to sing Generations if you can. It's my favorite song. I like it because it makes me think about how the choices I make can make a difference even in generations to come. You are my FAVORITE artist. Thanks for your great songs that help me think about God! Can't wait to meet you! Maggie Jezek

Mc Keever Murray July 05, 2011 • 03:33 PM

I normally don't do this, especially without spell check,but Iam a inner city pastor, and your music is not played, but I have every CD and your music blesses my very soul, my very life! Continue to write and sing/sang that's what we call it in the inner city :-) Pastor Mc Keever Murray

Pastor Padma Raju July 03, 2011 • 11:16 PM

"Greetings to you in the Precious Name of our Lord Jesus Christ" Respected Lord's Servants, I,m Rev.Padma Raju founder & president of "Gospel To Every Creature Ministries" have been serving The Lord for the past 23 years in around 38 villages.We do have churches in all these villages under our ministry.We do have 109 Pastors working under Ministry.We do have an Orphanage & Old age home named " Christ's Kids Home".There are 14 orphan kids & 23 Old aged people in our kids home. The main intention & Long term Motto of our Organization are: 1.To make reach of Gospel to all the Urban as well Rural areas (where people are not aware of Jesus). 2.Providing Free education to the poverty & below poverty lined people. 3. constructing Welfare homes to the Diseased (i.e, Leprosy, AIDS, Cancer) & proving medical help in the name of our Lord. 4.Joining hands with spiritual people of Lord who are being widely & strongly being used by our Lord for his Work around the Globe to make the people to pray & rejoice in the Mighty name of Our Christ. These are the 4 Mottoes of our Ministry which helped us by Jesus Christ to put the name of our ministry as "Gospel To Every Creature Ministries" Therefore , I humbly request you on Behalf of our Ministry that Join hands with our Gospel Ministry , we shall together participate in preaching Gospel across India.If you are interested in knowing much about the pictures of the pastors,Orphans, Old aged, Diseased , Ministry,etc...i will help you in the next mail after your reply. You are most Welcome to our Ministry. I fell that this is Our Lord's proposal to me for sending this mail.If any one of your ministry people are interested in vising our Ministry in India , please let us know.We will Welcome you warmly in the Powerful name of our Lord "Jesus Christ" Awaiting your Reply in our Lord, Warm Regards, Thanking you, Padma Raju Akula(Founder & President) Gospel To Every Creature Ministries, Dhulipudi, Nagaram Mandal, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, India-522258. Phone-+91-9866822759 Email- gtecministries@gmail.com

Jarl July 01, 2011 • 09:31 AM

Shalom! Tanks for a very nice experience in Oswego the other day - it was well worth the travel and it is a memory to keep:) Hearing the stories behind the songs is very touching too, whether they be family related, about naural disasters or human trafficking. Excellent job by the band as well [maybe a couple more smiles guys?:)- I'm sure you're all smiling on the inside, but sometimes it's ok to let it out as well, y'know;)] And Melody's contribution complemented Sara's voice superbly! I'll give the concert a 9/10. The triplet Worthy Cause, Egypt song and Why would have made it 11/10, but that's just me:) Oh, and Station Wagon - I love that one! Cheers,& all the best Jarl

Kristin Baltes June 27, 2011 • 06:07 PM

Wow, are we excited about seeing and hearing you with Audrey Assad! Our two favorites singers in one night! We will be there, hopefully front row, in October in Greensboro. Can't wait to hear your new album....thank you for continuing to write such inspired and soulful lyrics. I am one of your biggest and long-standing fans.

Claus June 22, 2011 • 01:46 PM

Thanks for your beautiful, beautiful music! I wish you all the best and that God may fill your heart with his love, that you feel his love, each and every day. Greeting from Bremen, Germany, Claus

Vance June 20, 2011 • 06:02 PM

Sara -- My family and I live in Jacksonville and were so pleased to see that you are coming to Amelia Island in September. Then we saw the word "private" on the calendar item:( Just double checking, are you doing any public concerts in North Florida anytime soon? Really big fan!

Joelle K June 17, 2011 • 09:46 AM

Sara, YOU don't sing ABOUT Him... He sings THROUGH you. thank you for putting your SELF aside and being open enough to let Him speak to us with your voice. :) Joelle K

Kristin Fotia June 15, 2011 • 05:08 AM

I just want to say that I absolutely love your music and it has been a HUGE part of my life for almost a decade now. Your heartfelt lyrics speak to me time and time again, and you just seem to really "get" the Christian walk with its struggles, joys and victories alike. My favorite song has always been, and still is, Painting Pictures of Egypt. Wow. You really hit it on the head with that one. My husband have I been serving in Israel now for over a year, working to encourage the Jews and the many belivers in this land. Your music has incredibly blessed me as we have been away from home and all that is familiar. Thank you for your service to the body of Christ. It is a precious one.

Sean F June 13, 2011 • 11:29 AM

Glad you will make it to Greensboro this year. We rescheduled a family visit to be there at the same time, so we will be seeing you! Our daughter is especially excited as she has not seen you in concert yet but is a huge fan at her young age. We all love Audrey Assad as well, so that is an added bonus. We are all currently brushing up on our Shawn McDonald.

Mark (from London) June 13, 2011 • 02:03 AM

Dear Sara, it's taken a while to write in appreciation. Way too long in fact. I first came across your voice as the one who made my heart melt whenever I heard City on Hill's 'Jesus Went to the Garden'. Remember that? I vowed I'd track you down. Hey, it wasn't too hard in this day of the internet. My first of your albums was 'Conversations' and I never looked back; purchasing each of your albums (well, not Station Wagon - forgive me!). I've since shared your music with others at our church and we find your songs some of the deepest and most wonderful among all the Christian music we have. Only this morning I was driving into work and struggling over fears and anxieties with respect to bringing up our kids to know and love the Lord, and the first song to then come on my iPod was yours: 'It's Going to be All Right'. It was as if God himself was comforting me through your words. It's not easy driving with tears in your eyes (don't worry I won't sue you if I crash). Basically I felt I had to write even if you never get to read this. To say a heartfelt thank you and please please please never stop writing the truth from your heart. My only plea is that one day you would come to the UK to play. If you ever even wanted a holiday in London and just to play one small gig amongst Christian brothers and sisters, I could arrange that (one of my friends is a Christian music promoter). We live in Wimbledon, so there's always the allure of the tennis! I guess bribery wouldn't work? Anyway, I guess the fact they I feel I can even write like this is that through your music you have become a real sister to me. Even if I never get to meet you or hear you play live in this life, I can comfort myself that I will do in heaven. What a thought! All the redeemed musicians of the world making music to our Lord and Saviour, perfectly un-encumbered by sin. PLEASE come to London.

Jennifer June 10, 2011 • 02:20 PM

Hi! Sara, your music has been speaking to me since "Conversations". God has used it to minister to me through many different seasons of life...yours is ALways in my itunes or in my CD case in the car. :) I loved that I was able to attend Behold the Lamb of God while you were touring with them a few years back. I also have a newfound love of Audrey Assad (and Shawn McDonald). So...when I saw that you were on tour together, I was pumped! I have noticed you don't usually have Atlanta (or Georgia even!) on your tour schedule. We want you to come here!!!! So this is my petition! :) Come to Atlanta this fall! I will keep looking for that Atlanta date!

Maureen O'Connor June 10, 2011 • 12:23 PM

Dear Sara, I meant you at the insight for living cruise of the summer of 2008. I have a picture of you and myself. Your music is such a blessing to me. Your style of music comes right from your heart and I know it gives glory to God. Thank you for blessing me with your songs! Maureen O'Connor

Paige June 08, 2011 • 06:42 AM

Wow Sara! You're songs are SO inspiring! They lead me to God every time!

Kristy McElhinny June 03, 2011 • 06:04 PM

Sara, I can not adequately describe to you what your music means to me. It is like your songs were in my soul already and I get to hear a part of myself for the first time when I hear a new song from you. Your songs have given me a glimpse of what I can have "To be with you" and helped me hang on "From this one place" and got me thinking "just one more thing". I have bonded with a new friend driving to a concert, and we are so close now. In fact we are brining a bunch of people to an upcoming concert and are really excited. I can't thank you enough for sharing your gift. Your story inspires me.

Erica May 25, 2011 • 11:00 PM

Hello Sara, I am from Atlantic Canada and I was trying to get your song "It is Well" on iTunes, but it's sold in the American store only. I only got to hear a snippet of the beautiful song and I was wondering if there is a way to change it to make it open to buy in Canada? Also, would there ever be a chance of you making a concert stop in the Atlantic provinces? Perhaps the Moncton Wesleyan Celebration Centre in New Brunswick? I would love, love, love to see you in concert someday. Your songs have changed my life!!

Andie May 18, 2011 • 05:59 AM

I am so excited to see that you will be traveling with Audrey Assad this fall. I just discovered her music and her album has been the theme album for our current adoption. Your albums have each been "theme" albums to different major events in my life. Thanks for doing what you are and for not going to law school ;)

Philip May 17, 2011 • 03:38 PM

Sara, I heard you and your husband for the first time at the Christian Alliance for Orphans. I now have two albums that I keep playing over and over. The music you make together is unflinching, challenging and beautiful. Continue to follow your hearts. God bless, Philip

Teri May 16, 2011 • 06:24 PM

Thank you- you have inspired and awoke something i did not know existed in music and in me.

Judith Barnes May 15, 2011 • 07:59 AM

Dear Sara I can't express fully in words what your songs have meant to me over the years. different songs have been especially close to me during different times of my life. I have all your CDs and I can not choose which one I like best- when I listen to them there's always something fresh about them. Thank you so much for writing your songs. You are my most loved singer/songwriter. Please can you come and do a concert in England! I would definitely go to it! Please continue to write beautiful songs that touch people's lives! Lots of love & thanks xxxx Jude (20 yrs, England)

John Thomson May 11, 2011 • 02:30 PM

Leaving for AWANA this very moment with our grand-daughter, closing night, awards night. Carmen's second year, didn't know Christ when she started but does now. Mary led her to the Lord. Petunia Festival??

Brielle May 09, 2011 • 03:18 PM

Ssra, I signed your guestbook last year, but I am going to again! I love your voice so so so much! You are so talented in writing your songs and your music and the tunes are so pretty. But my favorite thing about you, is your voice. Its so diffrent and unique. I love your music, and I'm encouraging you to keep writing and traveling and spreading the word of God with your music! Thank thank you Sara! Brielle P.S.I know your blessed with three beautiful children, so Happy Mothers day-yesterday!

Gina Massa May 07, 2011 • 07:19 PM

I love conversations. God has blessed you so that you may bless others. Finish strong Sara. Stay close to Christ in your music and all you do. I have walked away too many times,but He loves me and brings me back and your music is an encouragement to me. I'm thankful. Im from NJ too. See good stuff does come out of NJ...see you on the other side. 1john 2: 15-17

Diane Hurst May 07, 2011 • 07:56 AM

Sarah, My daughter told me about your music. I just listened to about 7 songs, and enjoyed them musically, as well as for the thoughtful lyrics. I am a folk singer/songwriter, too, though am just in beginning stages. It is great to hear that the folk genre can embrace Christianity (as is evident in your lyrics); I have been trying to see how to fit in to this big crazy world of the music business, and am experimenting at present. Glad to know about your songs; they are full of encouragement and joy. Diane Hurst www.reverbnation.com/dianehurst www.songu.com/members/dhurst

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Terri May 04, 2011 • 08:39 AM

Sara and Troy, my husband and I have gone through the most difficult time ever in our almost 35 years of marriage. Your songs have meant SO MUCH to us as we have both had to deal with something my husband had hidden from me for over 25 years. He feels that he has never, in all of our 35 years of marriage, "come clean" with me. We have been Christians for many years, but he did not listen to the Lord's guidance in telling me a few things about himself. We attended your concert in Winston-Salem on 5/5/11, and the song "Different Kinds of Happy" was so appropriate for us as my husband had confessed his hidden sins to me on March 12. "Love is Still a Worthy Cause," "Undone," and several other songs have helped us through this most difficult time in our marriage! Thank you so much for your ministry! We can't express to you how much God has used your songs to work in our hearts, to comfort us, to give us hope that we will be OK. Thanks again for yielding to God and showing transparency in your own life. We can certainly relate to what you said about your own marriage during your concert! God has used you to bless us so much recently! Terri

kaitlyn May 03, 2011 • 03:24 PM

PLEASE SARA COME TO VIRGINIA!!!!!!!!! i love you so much and would be so beyond elated if you came!!!!! your music is so lovely and i have all your cds and listen to you all the time. please please please please come to VA!!!!!!!!!!!

Michael Eubanks April 26, 2011 • 12:19 PM

Hey Sara, My name is Michael; we met at Lausanne in Cape Town this past November through my friend Alison Siewert (her and I were a part of the performing arts team). I got around to buying "Fireflies and Songs" a couple months ago, and I wanted to let you know how much I am enjoying it. It's well-written, lyrically honest and interesting, and demonstrates an admirable refusal to settle for what sounds "popular." Thank you for what you have offered to the church and the world. In listening to your offering, I have no choice but to conclude that what you have here must be a culmination of many years of seeking out a confluence of your faith, your voice, and your calling. This is the hard road that leads to life; As someone who is at the beginning of such a search, I feel most encouraged by the fact that your art is indicative of such a journey, and I pray that Abba would be your leader as you discover yourself in Him. Finally, if you ever happen to be interested, I just released a rough EP as a sign of the beginning of this journey for me. If you ever have time, you can search for my full name on Bandcamp; you should be able to find it there. Grace and Peace to you and your family. -----michael eubanks.

Glenn Killoren April 24, 2011 • 06:33 PM

Our church played a song of yours last August. They had a picnic table, and a girl sang a song about the possibility of God from what I think is a teenager's view. It went straight to my core. It took me until Christmas to buy a copy. Then I heard Fireflies. Wow. We have a friend who is divorced and still bitter. We are neighbors at a lake. When he can be open like a lake he can love again. Thank you for sharing the gift God gave you. Warm regards, Glenn Killoren

Crystal Erickson April 22, 2011 • 03:18 PM

Sara--I check your concert listings all of the time because you are my favorite singer/songwriter. You write songs that explain my thoughts and feelings--even before I realize that I have them. I had the opportunity to see you in concert once, and I would love to have that experience again. Please come to the Colorado Springs/Denver area!! I would be forever grateful!

Michael Blevins April 17, 2011 • 02:09 PM

You do not have to answer me, but thank you for such honest increbile music. Your album "Fire Flies and songs" in 2009 made me remember an old love afair from 95 that I left in anger and never told her why. I handeled things so wrong, so I contacted her a year ago after listening to this record and finally told her why. Even though she is not happy with me and we will not reunite or may not ever see each other agian (that was not the intenet)I feel better because I finally did the right thing and told her why and I now have peace when I think about her, God Bless...

joni April 15, 2011 • 08:37 AM

I saw you on April 9 at Stonebriar CC in Frisco, TX. I already knew your music backward and forward and have adored it for years, but I found I love your honest sharing just as much. I was disappointed so much of the evening was absorbed by things other than your music. I could listen to you for hours and hours. Thanks so much for coming and for sharing. Your music is truly God-breathed and healing for my soul. Don't ever stop writing it!

Tom Sadowski April 13, 2011 • 09:53 PM

Thoroughly enjoyed seeing, hearing, and talking with you once again, Sara. Like so very many others who know, love, enjoy, and appreciate you, no doubt, I could easily sit and talk w/ you, and Troy, for hours, were it possible. But as it is in these post-concert settings, I am always mindful of many others wanting and waiting to converse, and so it’s far from an ideal scenario, at least for me, to broach any topic too deep or extensive. I did mention to you that I had cut short a week-long evangelistic trip to Washington DC (though by just one day) in order to not miss your concert in Frisco, TX. I had also heard, from a friend in California, that Love Song (Chuck Girard and co.) had reunited for a tour and was performing near where I live while I was gone on that same trip. They were one of the very first contemporary Christian groups I listened to while enlisted in the USMC, and stationed in North Carolina, 35+ years ago. But as much as I would’ve liked to see them, too, it was YOUR concert that I was intent on not missing, if at all possible. In any event, I see from your website that this same concert was your last until May 1. Thus I surmise y’all have, perhaps, a bit more time on your hands than usual, so w/in the next day or so I’m going to try to send an email to Troy and bring up a few other items that I deem important enough to ask/relate, but that would be too much for a posting on this site. I did forward most of the “Station Wagon” CDs I bought that night to my friend in Las Vegas to give to some of the young mommies she counsels out of murdering their babies, as I did with a different friend in Orlando about six months ago. It’s about the only music of yours either of these ladies is familiar with so far, but they both appear to absolutely love it.

Karen Ward April 12, 2011 • 10:59 AM

I just have to say that you are my favorite artist. I guess that’s pretty simple, but it is sincere. I am a mom with 8 and live in Virginia...I can’t wait until you return to the area for a concert! Many blessings on you and your family ~ Karen

Robin Shubert April 11, 2011 • 06:47 PM

Sara, I saw you at the Invitation to Be Beautiful conference in Kansas City, MO on April 2nd. Let me tell you that you are the only reason I went, as you are a childhood love of mine that has extended into my adulthood, and you did not disappoint. I loved seeing how real you are, that the words of your songs come from your heart, little bits of earth from the broken, fertile soil in your soul. In a way I like to compare my poetry to yours, you have influenced how I write, the tone of my poetry, the reality of my words, the focus of my attention. Only you are way better.=) I can't express how much you mean to me, how my heart stirs and I can feel the movement of my soul to your lyrics. You are a very blessed and influential person. Thank you for using your talents for God. You are an inspiration to me, and many others.

Leslie Mayne April 10, 2011 • 09:09 PM

I started running after my son died at age 27. He was a soldier who served honorably and bravely in Iraq. When he came back he was deeply troubled and tried to take his life in November of 2008. He was admitted to Walter Reed. Then transferred to Perry Point VA in Md. They said he was just taking up a bed and could self medicate. He was discharged on March 6th and found dead in a Baltimore hotel room on March 7, 2009. My niece created a CD with your beautiful song, "I saw what I saw". I would run with it on and it allowed me to process, pray and cry. I want to thank you for it and all of the other beautiful music I listen to when I run. You are gifted and your words and voice resonate with me. I have 4 children. One lives in heaven now. But your music has helped me to climbed out of the abyss of pain and grieving. Thank you Sara. God bless you.

Ashley April 10, 2011 • 11:53 AM

I just saw Sara in concert at the Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, TX. I left a huge fan! I came to the concert as a drained, exhausted mom. I left an encouraged and uplifted Christian. May God bless the work you are doing and may you continue to uplift others. You were such a blessing to me and will continue to be daily as I listen to your music. I LOVED the song "Setting up the pins". It's exactly what I feel like I do daily! -Ashley

Rachel Heidrick April 03, 2011 • 06:31 PM

Hi Sara! I brought my daughter,(19) with me to see you and Dee this weekend at Gashland. Wow! So wonderful! You made an impact on both of us with your testimony and realness! She has been floundering in her faith as a college freshman. You really touched both of us and the Lord used you to call her back! Thank you so much for your wonderful ministry. Keep running the race, friend. P.S. that Melody is a gem as well!

Sherry Smith April 03, 2011 • 12:30 PM

Looking forward to having you in the Metroplex next weekend. Much closer than the last time I drove to see you in Oklahoma City. Been looking forward to it since last fall!! See you soon!

Christy April 02, 2011 • 09:59 AM

Sara - I love your music, both the style and the words. I joke with my friends saying you are my "soul mate" because your songs express what my heart does not know how to say. I have cried through and danced to many of your songs as God has brought me closer to him. Keep up the good work and keep being so honest.

Erin Earl March 31, 2011 • 05:39 PM

Sara- I first heard your song "He's Always Been Faithful" at Becca Groves wedding. I fell in love with it! I sang it at church a couple times and then had the privilege to sing it at my grandfathers funeral (very hard) and then again at my dads ordination. Your songs are beautiful, but that song speaks to me so much as well as "what do I know" I know that no matter what happens he will help me and your songs have helped me to know that! Even know as I sit here singing and crying along to your album "conversations" I know that things will get better. Thank you for your music and the strength it gives me when things get hard. Erin (Savarese) Earl

MCB March 30, 2011 • 12:16 PM

Sara, I've been listening since 2000 and have every note you've ever sung. Please come back South! I was going to come see you in October when you were in Chatanooga, but my son had croup. I will be there next time! Thank you for your music!

John Thomson March 27, 2011 • 02:48 PM

While browsing the internet highway I thought I'd drop in. I am always blessed by your guestbook entries as they read like a devotional to what goes on in the real world with people. Excitedly waiting for our daughter Ruth's wedding in September, our 31st anniversary in two weeks, and an announcement from our daughter Naomi about when she will be married. Praise God, Naomi just quit her job and will now preserve her health and enjoy Charlie and Zoe so much more. Those two are a daily delight to all of us. Mary for certain and I possibly will be going down to Springfield maybe as early as next month. We've been talking about a second honeymoon in the Ozarks. God Bless you and your family. Take care ...john

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Liese Maples March 23, 2011 • 11:56 AM

Hi Sara, I am so excited to see that you are returning to Eastside Foursquare Church on Mother's Day weekend once again. I have had the pleasure of being at two other Mother's Day weekend services in which you blessed us with your music. I just wanted to say thank you and acknowledge the sacrifice you make to minister to us when you could be home bravely eating breakfast in bed prepared by your kids. My husband, kids and I continue to be huge fans of yours and look forward to seeing you at the Saturday night service on May 7th. We'll be the family beaming from ear to ear in the second row! Blessings, Liese Maples

mike March 23, 2011 • 11:39 AM

oh i love your music i watch it on jctv all the time

amanda March 21, 2011 • 09:10 AM

just a re-entry from yesterday(3/20/11), as i entered the wrong email address. thanks, amanda rennert

amanda March 20, 2011 • 11:20 AM

hello sara! i write this to you, realizing i had it in mind to jot a note to you at least 2 years ago. but, i too, am a mother of 3 and rarely have time to get on this blasted machine by which most of the world now communicates. it was about 10 years ago that i first heard you sing. my husband and i won tickets through our local radio station (wbgl) to a show you did in bloomington, illinois. it was inspiring, refreshing and moving to hear and see a woman of god sharing her heart with those of us fortunate enough to be in attendance. since that time, i have continued to listen to your music and am moved every time. not so much because you are famous, but because the lyrics of your songs always speak truth to me. my daughter, brogan (age 5), and i recently watched the video portion of a cd you made after the devistation of hurricane katrina. she is enamoured with the outpouring of love the video displays, and reminds me often that she wants to attend a sara groves concert. we checked out the concert schedule, but are unsure as to whether any dates will work out in 2011. we live in central illinois and will anxiously await a concert in our area. until then, god speed as you and your family carry out a mission to share the love of the Lord through music. know that you are making a difference in many lives, the fruit of which you may never know. carry on and be strong in the Lord. amanda rennert

Brian March 16, 2011 • 01:19 PM

Hey Sara! I was first introduced to your music with "How is it Between Us" back in 2003. At the time I was just starting to listen to contemporary (having a gospel background it was different) and that song came on i literally stopped what i was doing and HAD to find out who the artist was. Fortunately it was playing on one of the cable music channels so it had your name. This song has been a gut check for the last 7 years. I love your music and your unique voice. My wife (and now 2 children) are fans. Praise God for you!

Brielle March 15, 2011 • 03:16 PM

Hi Sara, I absulutly loooooove your music! And your voice....uuhhhhh.......it's so unique and pretty! I hope you dont ever stop what your doing! Lot's of love and best wishes to and your beautiful family! Brielle

Kristi March 12, 2011 • 08:02 AM

Hi Sara, I really contemplated if I should write you but I know that God is using your music to transform me more and more into His beauty. It seems that no matter what I might be facing in life, one of your songs pentrates to the very depths of me and I find myself softening my heart once again. Right now, Just Showed Up For My Own Life and Add to the Beauty resonate deep within me. It's as if you've put pen to paper on all that I am feeling. Thank you for writing and singing and ministering to so many across America and the world. In the past, Less Like Scars, You Did That For Me, All Right Here, Remember Surrender, The One Thing That I Know and Compelled have really helped me to grasp onto Him and to find hope and healing. Be encouraged. You are making a difference for the Kingdom and have made a difference in my life. I hope one day I have the honor of hearing you perform live.

Laura March 10, 2011 • 07:43 AM

Hello, Sara. I met you this fall at Shades Mtn. Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. My family and I were (and still are) raising support to move to Wexford, Ireland, to work with local church planters there. I don't know that you'll remember, but I had prayed that you would come to Birmingham before we left ... which, of course, you did. (Isn't God so good!) We are now at 92% of our needed support, with an expected departure date in early June. I am so thankful for the ministry God has given you, for all the ways it has spoken biblical truth into the struggles of my life, for all the ways it has expressed my joy when I was unable to express it myself, for all the ways it has pointed me to Jesus -- and I'm looking forward to sharing your music with new Irish friends. His together, Laura M.

Katie March 07, 2011 • 07:00 PM

Sara-- a friend suggested your song "It might be hope" to me a while back when I was feeling really depressed. It has encouraged and helped me so much. I just wanted to say thank you so so much for that song! You're amazing! Katie

Josine March 04, 2011 • 11:27 AM

God has touched me so deeply through your music, I can cry my eyes out on songs like 'Just Showed Up for My Own Life' or 'Something Changed'. Thank God for your music, Sara.

Leah March 01, 2011 • 11:08 PM

Sara, You have been such an amazing role model for me. Currently, I am a college student. This summer I was introduced to your beautiful music when I was working at Mount Carmel Family Bible Camp. I fell in love automatically and really inspired me to praise God through song. I also met your brother and wife, believe it or not! They were my prayer family :) But, I just wanted to thank you for using music as an outlet to praise God. Your music has always helped refocus my thoughts, especially at night after I have done tons of homework. It is so easy to just sit down, pop my headphones in and listen to your music and think and focus on the Word and my connection with the Lord. Thank you so much! You are amazing! I hope I will be lucky enough to meet you someday! Rejoice in the LORD, O ye righteous: for praise is comely for the upright. Praise the LORD with harp: sing unto him with the psaltery and an instrument of ten strings. Sing unto him a new song; play skilfully with a loud noise. For the word of the LORD is right; and all his works are done in truth. Psalms 33:1-4

ann deacon February 28, 2011 • 06:41 PM

I was wondering what ultimately happened with the twelve men and the children from that village that inspired your song, "Love is Still a Worthy Cause"? Did they follow up and continue to support those children and are they still doing so today? I saw the video where you explain the initial story, but I am curious as to where it stands now. Thank you. And I love your music, by the way. It speaks to me in a significant way.

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Erika February 27, 2011 • 02:52 PM

Thank God for Sara Groves! love and blessings, Erika, Vlissingen (Flushing), the Netherlands

Judy Moulton February 25, 2011 • 11:37 PM

Hi Sarah, I'm one of your biggest fans here in Australia, I would love it if you could email me and give a fellow singer songwriter some advice about how you started out. Thankyou so much for your music, you have always inspired me, especially to be myself . .

Drew February 23, 2011 • 01:27 PM

Sara. My name is Drew. I really don't know you nor do I listen to your music as it is not really my type. Nothing wrong with it, just not what I listen to. Only reason I found this page of yours is thru my wife who sent me your video on YouTube about love being a worthy cause because she knows I need encouragement to keep going. My passion and heart’s desire is to help those in need. I love it and thrive after it and desire to be those hands and feet of Christ. I wish I was a millionair just to give it all away. So how many trips have I gone on to be the hands and feet? None! I sit in a cubical all day in an insurance firm to support my family and my school. I am going back to school changing my career to better myself to be those hands and be a nurse that goes out into disaster, but that will be a long time before I am done. I also am planning ways to expose ministries from our local setting to the world to get people involved. I do this by photography as that is my hobby and passion and to kind of set up a site like yours that has opportunity to get involved for those who can’t physically go, but can sponsor and pray. How many ministries have I exposed through my vision? None! I had to sell my camera to get my wife through school. It’s kind of hard having these goals and visions without resources to carry them out. So what keeps me going? Do I feel like the Lord is holding me back or that I am in a rut? No, I keep going by holding on to hope. I hope and pray to be used anyway I can in the mean time and to take care of the junk in my own life along the way. School is not easy for me with my mental blocks, neither is photography as I do not remember well, but I know through Him who is able that he can overcome the darkest times and even the unknowns of my head. All this to say Sara. You have a ministry up and running. You seem to have the resources you need to affect others. Shoot, you have money to be able to go to places like Rwanda and see the needs first hand. Please forgive me if I sound hasty or negative. That is not at all my intent. I am just wanting to encourage you and your family and your ministries and your partners to keep going. Keep witnessing, keep focused and keep moving forward being the hands and feet of Him who is able to set you free of your doubt and pain, your fear of the unknown and your ministry and the effects of it so that others may see Him and be free. Stay strong and know that you are not ever alone. If he can see me reach my dreams at my old age and foggy brain then he can totally help you in your shortcomings and ministry through song, words, works, and passion. Keep going. Drew and Elissa, the hands and feet someday of Portland Oregon and the world.

Neal Pemberton February 21, 2011 • 08:42 AM

I attended the concert at Kettering Church in Dayton on the 18th. It was exceptional! Every song was so good and performed at such a high level. It is also refreshing to have the only guitar be the bass and the piano be non-electronic. Thanks for a special evening and a special ministry!

Katie February 16, 2011 • 01:14 PM

Thank you so much for all of the beautiful songs! It is such a blessing to listen and worship through your music. God has certainly blessed your ministry and I pray that He will continue to do great things through you and your family. There have been countless of times when your lyrics just spoke to my heart and encouraged me through my day. I love your work and I hope you'll keep writing more wonderful songs! Thank you!

jonathan February 15, 2011 • 05:06 PM

Sara, Troy I saw you perform at Natl. Harbor Saturday and wanted to say thank you. Sara I love the honesty of your songs. I began writing and performing music 10 years ago, as a way to express the journey I was on w. my wife. She began life support in 1995 and several months later our son was born- and so began an incredible journey of beauty and heartache. God in the midst of life and death. Hope in the valley of the shadow, and crushing defeats. In those days as we were performing, sharing with larger and larger audiences I was always looking for other artists who were honesty about their brokeness. You were the only one-it encouraged me to continue to write and share the depths of joy and beauty-and people were really moved. My wife, Janet died 2 years ago-I have recorded very few songs since her death. Last Saturday I came to your concert w. a friend who had encouraged my music into being and found there-friends who had performed w. me for many years. As soon as I arrived it was as if God surrounded me w.people who knew my heart. I had simply forgotten how profound real honesty from the stage affects others, draws, them, encourages them, invites them into their own brokeness. I just wanted to say thank you for your continued transparency-I was moved that night to continue writing and sharing and write maybe about the hardest part of my journey-letting go and beginning anew. jonathan

stacy stanley February 15, 2011 • 01:24 PM

I have all of your albums and it was my JOY to hear you in concert at the Weekend to Remember at the Gaylord Convention Center in DC. My husband and I cried and sang with every song. Thank you for your transparency. thank you for your obedience to God in this ministry that is such a blessing to so many people. Blessings.

Amy February 13, 2011 • 06:13 PM

Sara, a very BIG thank you for playing at the Gaylord Convention Center at National Harbor this past weekend. My husband and I drove down from PA to see you and your family perform amazing and beautiful music. I've been a long time fan, ever since "Past the Wishing" album, and it was such a blessing to hear some of those "older" songs from you. I applaud you for being so transparent and true to your audience. I've seen you only twice, but each time the light of Christ was so apparent in your life and becomes an inspiration and encouragement to me. It's never been about "Sara", it's always been about Him, which can be hard to find today, and for that I sincerely thank you. I can't help but smile when I know I will meet you in Heaven one day and listen as you sing with the angels:) Many blessings and prayers for health and safety as you travel. Fight the good fight. In Him, Amy B.

M Cupit February 10, 2011 • 02:18 AM

Sara you music is really appreciated by the Christian community in the UK, When are you going to come to Britian so we can see you live?

Andrew February 07, 2011 • 09:26 PM

Sara, I wanted to share a story about how your music has really changed my life. My wife and I recently adopted a toddler girl from Ethiopia. We were very excited to her bring home to our boys (3/1 yr old) and begin our new family. Unfortunately, things were very difficult from the outset. Even while we were still in Ethiopia, we were plagued with doubts about our choice to adopt. Our little girl was very distressed and emotionally distant, especially when dealing with me. Several days into the trip, she still couldn’t look at me or be alone with me without breaking into sheer panic. I felt terribly rejected. One of the few things I brought with me to Ethiopia was my iPod, and before we left my wife had me fill it up with all our music (including yours, as you might imagine). For several nights in Ethiopia, I was such a wreck that I stayed up the whole night just looking out the window and listening to music. Then randomly I heard your song, “I Can’t Wait,” and it offered a glimpse of hope in an otherwise dark and lonely time. After coming home, things were still incredibly difficult. We enlisted the help of every therapist we could find and we were still barely holding it together. There were several times when we seriously considered disrupting our adoption. It's hard to express just how dark those months were in our lives. However, every time I was at the end of my rope and couldn’t handle any more anxiety, I put “I Can’t Wait” on repeat and listened to it by myself 10, 15, 20 times in a row. Slowly, the anger, frustration, hurt and fatigue would melt away. For me, it was a way to reaffirm my commitment to my daughter when it seemed like there is no way forward. So, *thank you*. I know that you don’t think about these kinds of things when you’re writing a song, but it’s no exaggeration to say that this one song may have kept our family together. Now “Station Wagon” plays in my daughter’s room every night while she sleeps. Please keep writing from your heart.

jennifer February 06, 2011 • 02:43 AM

hi, just one of your loyal mn fans here. i've been on a HEAVY dose of your music since i saw your cd release concert of "all right here" at your home church. (and by heavy, i mean i know every word of every song :) everyone on here has already said it all about how you perfectly speak God's word into hearts, but here's one more...add me to the list. your lyrics fill about 96% of my facebook statuses because there is always some small line that is tugging at my soul. today's: "if we go looking for a fence, we're gonna find it. if we go looking for real love, we're gonna find it." (there's a lot of racial conflict right now at the school i teach at) i almost drove down to wheaton because my brother (a freshman) said you were doing chapel. i didn't make it, but i look forward to seeing you in a few weeks in hudson for the restore conference. peace, love and prayers to you and your family!

Angela February 05, 2011 • 02:28 PM

I recently had the opportunity to see Sara in concert in Austin Minnesota for a women's night out concert. I was aprehensive when I was asked to go (a parent of one of my students)...but it turns out it was exactly what I needed. Tears streamed down my cheeks as each song was introduced with a personal note or story behind each one. I was very touched by the sincerity of the songs and how they became my songs. I quickly rushed to my best friends house in tears after the concert and made her listen to as many songs that I could find on youtube. (I should have purchased cd's, I regret not doing that!) i want to thank you for opening my heart. After many years of being away from God and seaching for something that was missing...I think I have found it. Thank you Sara!!!

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Justin Hylden February 02, 2011 • 08:26 AM

Sitting down in chapel (@ Wheaton) last Monday, I grabbed some material to study for an upcoming quiz; at least I would have something to get me through yet another mundane guest speaker. However, just as I was about to begin reading, the first chord struck. I found myself utterly surprised, and captivated by the beauty. Beauty, was what surprised me, too long I have been stuck in this urban campus surrounded by buildings, light blocking out the stars, and a schedule forcing me to forget times for stillness. Sara, for a moment, your music caused me to be still, and remember that the Lord is God over the flood of this mad world. Thank you is not enough.

Phil Pack February 01, 2011 • 11:50 AM

I just heard all the words to What Do I Know and knew I needed to write you. Your songs have encouraged and taught me for several years now. I was a pastor for over 22 years, must admit I walked away from pastoring in discouragement/depression a few years ago, but still teach school and serve as VA medical center chaplain. My wife and I have talked about and repeated to others the words of previous songs of yours; it amazes me that God gives you the music to thoughts that have been in my heart in some form for years. I was going to be young forever, fruitful forever, admired forever, but now that we're facing 60 this year, I realize I've largely completed my life work. All I do now is help others (and I'm not minimizing that; I'm grateful for the opportunity). What rambling! Bless you, my sister. Thanks for all you do in service to our Lord. See you at a concert or when we get Home.

Tara January 31, 2011 • 06:23 PM

Sara, I have been listening to your music since I was a little girl! I have always struggled with my faith, but listening to your music inspires me in so many ways! I grew up in a family that LOVES music, and they all agree that your music is amazing! So, being a musician and christian myself, I want to thank you for your inspiring music, lyrics, and lifestyle! THANK YOU!! God Bless! -Tara

MaryMac January 31, 2011 • 04:19 PM

Hi Sara. Thank you so much for your message at Wheaton College today. It was such an encouragement to hear about how you found joy in Jesus Christ. I loved hearing about your heart for Rwanda. Your music has always pointed me to God, and it has helped through some tough times. But it was such a privilege to actually hear you speak today. Thank you.

Linnea January 31, 2011 • 12:28 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for coming to Wheaton this morning and sharing a bit of your music and a bit of your soul with us students. I've been listening to you since my mom bought your first CD when I was 8 years old, and it meant so much to hear you sing in person a few of the many songs that have played such a big part in my life, during all the good times and all the bad. God has truly given you an incredible gift. Thank you for sharing it with us today. Sincerely, Linnea Linnea

sarah January 31, 2011 • 11:05 AM

Dear Sara, I just wanted to thank you for coming to Wheaton College to sing in our chapel. I'll be honest, I did not know who you were until today, but merely watching and listening to you was a tremendous gift from God. Being a singer myself, I have a huge appreciation for what you do and a profound respect for your humility and openness on stage. The beauty and quietness of your spirit was a huge testimony and glorification of the Lord. God used your words and music to soothe and strenghen me...I will not forget the cello story and the message of truth and beauty in the midst of darkness you proclaimed today. Again, I thank you as a sister in Christ and I loved hearing about and seeing what God is doing in your life and in the world. Have a wonderful trip back home!

Steph January 28, 2011 • 11:21 PM

Thank you for allowing God to speak through your music. Countless times God has spoken so profoundly to me the the words of your songs. I am thankful to have had your music growing up, and I'm thankful to have it now. The honesty in what you sing is so beautiful, and it challenges me to add to the beauty that God has called me to. Thank you. You are a blessing.

Janet Meady January 28, 2011 • 03:57 PM

Hey Groves, we are looking for you to come to Boston for a concert. Give me a call or email. We love you all. Janet and Bill and the kids

Bryan January 28, 2011 • 02:19 PM

Sara, Unfortunately I am not as eloquent as some of the other people posting here, but I love your music. "Conversations" has had more of an impact on me than any other song I have ever heard. "Tent in the Center of Town" is another song that always delights me. Your message is concrete and direct, which makes it incredibly powerful -- especially when combined with your beautiful voice. Please keep doing what you are doing!

Kim January 28, 2011 • 02:12 AM

Hi Sara! You are my new favorite musician. I love, love, love your music. I am serving with my husband and 4 kids in Kazakhstan. Listening to your CD has lifted my spirits again and again. My househelper who is a Kazakh believer also loves your music although she speaks no English. She senses the Spirit in it. I was wondering if I could make a copy of one of your CDs for her. She would really love it. She's had a hard life but she is very faithful to the Lord and could use encouragement from your beautiful music. Thanks and many blessings!

Rachel M. January 26, 2011 • 04:18 PM

Sara, I wanted to tell you how much I love you(: When I was about 8, I discovered your music. I fell in love with it. Over time and over a move I lost your CD Conversations, I was devastated. I recently found you again on iTunes, and it makes me think of all the good memories I had. I even remember all the words to the songs... 7 years later. Thank You for bringing me closer to Christ. <3 Rachel

Monica January 26, 2011 • 10:13 AM

Hi Sara, I LOVE the song Hiding Place from the Beth Moore CD. I am having a hard time finding sheet music or chord sheets for it. Where can I find it??? I love your music!!! This song is a tremendous blessing to me.

Glenda January 21, 2011 • 09:15 AM

Sara, I just found your song "It's Going to Be Alright" My husband and I are currently walking through one of the hardest times in our life. This song is currently my theme. When I find my mind swirling and am finding it difficult to take every thought captive...I will play this song. Thank you for your God-given words and music. Glenda

Jennifer DiDio January 19, 2011 • 07:27 AM

Sara, Painting Pictures of Egypt has been a sounding board for my heart. I smile at the transition my own heart has grown through with that song! When my boys were all under 2 and I was overwhelmed it was an offering of admission that I wanted simpler times back, not the godly character building process i could see God had me in. In my very off key voice, I would shout along w/you in my van and it connected my heart to God's desire to mold me more into His image. Today my boys are 7 1/2, 7 1/2, and 9 and my twins sing along softly in the backseat w/me and i just grin. Your words come from an honest spot that too often women are afraid to express and they have been an encouragement to me to honestly share my discipling journey. I am compelled by Scripture to share this love of the Lord w/my 3 little boys, but the journey to do has been far from the Little House on the Prairie/Norman Rockwell image I imagined it would be as a first generation Christian. So, as i let go of tidy little package of what I thought discipling should look like and went w/how 3 very active little boys actually are discipled in the nitty gritty every day, i began to see God do amazing works in their lives. As i shared in conversations how I saw God growing us up I began to hear a common thread, 'you gotta write that down.' It began to feel like disobedience not to do so as it became clear that God was putting this commission into my life from so many different sources. So, thus began a discipling blog I started over the summer from notes i had been recording for years, knowing one day I wanted my boys to have a record of our journey towards knowing the Lord. I reference your song in one of my latest entries and just wanted you to know that this Momma is telling like it is as I travel on this path to know Him more and guide my boys into a love relationship w/the great Lover of our souls....this is the entry if you have a minute and are interested...well actually I can't send a link on this, so I'll tell you how to find it. My blog address is "come to our table (.) blog spot (.) com". There aren't any spaces between anything. Blog is called "Limps VS Struts" on Jan. 18th. In Him, Jennifer DiDio

Celia January 13, 2011 • 04:20 PM

Sara, a dear friend of mine introduced me to your music years ago and I'm so thankful to her! Your songs speak deep into my heart, I love the way you sing the words of what many of us may be going through but have no idea how to vocalise ourselves. Thanks for your recent prison show download, loved hearing the women in the background- made it feel like we were right there with you all. I (and many others, I'm sure) would love if you seriously considered coming to Australia to do some shows. We have plenty of room at our house near Byron Bay so you'd have accommodation sorted!!

Julie Pappas January 13, 2011 • 04:16 PM

I purchased the Fireflies and Songs CD at Sara's Indian Creek Christian Church Concert on December 3rd, 2010 and there was no CD in the case. I have the original receipt and ticket as well as the jacket cover if needed. Please respond. I'd love a copy of the CD! Thanks!

Janderon January 11, 2011 • 07:49 PM

Sara, I just found your song "Like A Lake" & it was as if you had taken the cry of my soul & written into a beautiful song. It's so easy to wrap myself around the pain instead of giving it to God & allowing Him to give me the peace that I really am craving. Thank you so much for sharing your talents. God bless you.

Trish January 10, 2011 • 06:28 PM

Sara- There are two songs that have the similar lines in them- "too heavy to carry, but impossible to leave (behind)"- can you tell me what you are referring to? I love your music, the words that you use bring God and His word to life for me and put wonderful perspective into relationships, too! thanks, trish

Joy Cash January 10, 2011 • 09:49 AM

Sara, I recently bought the Freedom recording at Family Christian Bookstores and your song, When the Saints, deeply touched my heart. I immediately scheduled it to be sung in our worship service and it brought many of our people to tears because of the beautiful truth it speaks. So I researched it further and couldn't find that arrangement on iTunes or youtube. I was wondering if it would be available particularly on iTunes because so many people in our congregation are requesting that song. God bless you as you continue to use your gifts for His glory.

Lydia St. John January 07, 2011 • 01:29 PM

Hi Sara, I belong to Holy Cross Catholic Church in Deerfield, Ill. For a past Lenten project, we raised funds for the Blood Water Mission. During that pitch, I was introduced to your music in the video they showed in church. (Yeah, a big screen in a Catholic Church, wow, what a concept! ;) (I've been to non-denominational churches; my sister-in-law and her husband are with Navigator leaders at UW Madison) Any way, I love your song, "Add to the Beauty". I am a new fan and see you are an inspirational person through your work on multiple fronts. Our music director had the choir sing the song at Easter a year ago, and let me tell you, you could feel the love and inspiration in the congregation. I am a guitarist, who played in church for many years. Right now, it's tough with 4 small children (10,7,5, and 3). I need to get back into playing in church because I want more awesome contemporary music played. We should not be limited to an OCP book. Take care and keep up your beautiful work!

Meg January 07, 2011 • 02:15 AM

Sara, Thank you, and God bless you and your family! I have been listening to "Painting pictures of Egypt" over and over again. A few nights ago God brought it to my mind, and taught me that I need to grab hold of the freedom I have in Him and stop living in oppression. I need to stop listening to the guilt, the self-berating, the shame, the fears... and listen to His voice. Bondage was so comfortable, I was afraid to leave it. But now, through the power of the Holy Ghost in me I am walking out and not looking back. I am grabbing the forgiveness, grace, and love that my Father is holding out to me. thank you for letting the Spirit sing through you and put the issues of so many peoples hearts, and the Word of God, into words. Because I didn't know how. peace, Meg

Victoria Paulman January 06, 2011 • 12:48 PM

Dear Sara, I pray that this finds you someday. I need to say thank you. This past July my husband, son and I lost a beautiful baby girl. The Lord brought her home to be with him after a very long, tough pregnancy, in which she was diagnosed with a severe heart condition. This was the hardest, most faith testing experience of my life. I gave birth to a perfect angel, only to have to let her go. I struggled constantly about how such a thing could happen. Listening to your music reminded me of God's love when I needed it most. I believe I was meant to hear the words you sing. The Lord used your gift to get through to me at my weakest moments. While everyday is still a struggle, I have a new appreciation for God's work. Thank you for giving me the strength and reminders I needed, when I needed them the most. I know my little Lucy Grace is smiling down at me, happy with my faith. God bless you.

David Terwilliger January 05, 2011 • 12:45 PM

Hi! Our daughter Paige is going to be 17 on Jan. 15th. She is a Christian vocalist - attends the Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Performing Arts. Her dream is an all girl Christian rock band. I am hoping you might be willing to send her an autograph and/or something to inspire her. We managed to send her to Camp Electric for her 16th birthday despite my being unemployed for two years. She is really excited about music, but could use a nudge or inspiration. If you can send something to inspire her, please e-mail me and I will send our address.

Monique January 03, 2011 • 02:48 PM

Dear Sara, just a few words to tell you how much I thank you for being true in your songs. I just discovered them and it's just a pleasure. It's good to hear that someone else has been through same questions and troubled times where we wonder where God is, though we know deep inside He is there... Thank you for letting God work inside you and through you to me and certainly others... God bless you again and again. I pray that He leads closer and closer to HIm and bless all your family. Monique

Jen H January 03, 2011 • 01:38 PM

I just downloaded "it is well" and it was so uplifting. My husband and I just sustained $20,000 worth of damage to our house. It was $13,000 until today when the plumber informed us of more work that would have to be done. My husband, being full of wisdom, assured me that God would supply our needs. After that, I heard your song and I am reminded of how that song came into existence. Hearing you sing and knowing that the person who wrote that had lost loved ones reminds me that "It is well" with my soul regardless of circumstances. Thank you for reminding me that there is nothing to big for my GOD!!!!

Fuad January 02, 2011 • 08:08 PM

hope to see you in Fremont, CA later this month!

Tannah January 01, 2011 • 05:44 PM

Hey Sara, my name is Tannah and i am 15. Just a couple days ago i heard your music for the first time...and i LOVE it! The first song i heard was Fireflies and Songs and it is so beautiful :) Your voice is so pretty and peaceful to listen to! Now i am going to get all your CD's to listen to! I write songs, and i play piano and sing (both together)! I also play the Violin and a little Guitar! I hope to be a Christian Artist someday so I can share the love God has given me to everyone i can! God Bless, ~Tannah~

Debra December 31, 2010 • 01:27 PM

Dear Folks, I want to thank you for your music and using it to reach people worldwide. I am a part of American Baptist Women's Ministries and as such, I have been a part of their "Break the Chains" program to bring attention to the problem of Human Trafficking. We are having a program at our Church on Jan. 9th, a prayer and info service, and your beautiful song,"When the Saints" will be performed. God Bess You always and please keep up sharing your gifts! (Please help remind people that Jan.11th is the day our Congress set aside as Human Traffick Awareness Day and wear your purple ribbon)!

Kelly December 31, 2010 • 06:56 AM

Brian, sorry you are wrong...I'm thinking..Who was at the Transfiguration,the guy on the cross beside Jesus; the elders around the throne; great multitude of every nation that no one could count standing before the throne & the Lamb, to name a few...Our souls will indeed be in his presence forever the gift of His Holy Spirit has began that eternity though dimly seen and confirms that He will Never leave us.Grace, Mercy He is the Gospel all scripture leads us to Him and Him alone...From Him ,For Him ,Through Him and To Him be all things forever and ever. John 17:3 "Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent."

Brian December 30, 2010 • 07:53 AM

One of your songs misquotes God's Words of 2 Corinthians 5:9. You sing, "I know to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” God’s Word says, “…We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent form the body, and to be present with the Lord.”(KJV), and “We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.”(NIV) Your verse has changed the Word of God to mean something totally different. God never says in His Word that when we die we are with Him. It’s only at His second coming will those in Christ be with Him; first the dead in Him and then the living in Him.

Arn Main December 29, 2010 • 04:16 PM

Sara, I am sending this note with my daughter Heather's email address. She is a huge fan of yours and often comments on how your journys have similarities. She is a young devoted mother of two very active little sons. Would it be possible for you to send her a brief email for encouragement? She is a loving caring wife and mother. She gives alot and is always on my heart.

Lyndsey December 29, 2010 • 11:58 AM

Sara, I just wanted to say thank you for doing what you do. I have been extremely touched and moved and BLESSED by so many of your songs. Recently I have been going through a time of transition and change in my life, and it has been an extremely difficult season to say the least. But throughout this tough time I have greatly enjoyed and appreciated so many of your songs. As I'm sitting at home or driving in my car I listen to one of your albums and God speaks to me in new ways through the lyrics of your songs. I've told a friend that it's like you're singing to my soul. So I just wanted to say thank you for using your gifts to serve the Lord and bless the Body in this way. And mostly I want to praise and thank HIM for the ways in which He is using you...not only to touch our hearts and souls with your music, but in all the ways He uses you as a wife and mother and friend, I am sure. Thank you, praise Him, and God bless!

keith mcmannis December 28, 2010 • 02:45 AM

Sara,I just wanted to thank you for your faithfulness to the Lord thru your songs and your music.It ministers to me in a powerful way!My wife Marla and I have been married for 30 years this year.We're part of a country gospel band going on 25 years.5 years ago I bought a bass guitar and have been apart of the worship team in Clarksburg,Md.Your music inspires my playing and I wanted to thank you for that my sister.Blessings to you and your family,Keith

Laura Wise December 25, 2010 • 12:10 AM

sara, tonight i sang your arrangement of "a cradle in bethlehem" at our christmas eve service, and as i sang, i could hear your voice in my head. your christmas album never leaves my ears or heart. i hear it non-stop even when it's not being played. since its arrival in 2008, it has become an every day album for me any day of the year. thank you for sharing your gift with us fans. it is truly one of the best christmas gifts! thank you and may our Lord bless you richly! i pray you and your family have a lovely and merry christmas!

Mark Lawley December 24, 2010 • 07:53 PM

Sara - after our conversation tonight - here are some thoughts - some of which may be lyrics: The truth is The Lord IS our shepherd - but more often than not - we WANT! We long for what we cannot have - we pine for a better life, we wish for success, we dream of perfection - that's just the TRUTH! However God gives us stirrings, He refines and smooths out our child-like-crossed-fingered day dreams. :) And in a stolen moment of clarity - we realize that as we lose ourselves in Him all of our needs, desires, and romantic-fanciful thoughts are satisfied - deeply - completely - lovingly - perfectly satisified. Ahh the sweet peace that comes when we take our 2 fists full of our striving and place them in the gentle hands of our maker - sweet - satisfied - brow smoothing peace! Lay back and rest a bit in the recollection of His intimate care for you. ml

Heidi Schoonover December 21, 2010 • 01:52 PM

Dear Sara, My friend introduced me to you a couple years ago, and now I feel like you are a dear friend...even though you don't know me! :) I am a ballet teacher for a Christ-centered studio, and I have used two of your songs for my students' performances: Add To The Beauty and It's True. There are so many more of your songs that I'd like to choreograph to! If you would ever like to see the dances we've done, please let me know; I'd be honored to share them with you! Thank you for sharing your heart and Christ's heart through your exceptional music. Love in Christ, Heidi Schoonover

Steve Krumlauf December 20, 2010 • 05:58 PM

Thank you Sara, Troy, Melodie and the rest of the crew for bringing your traveling road show to Cypress Grove Community church in Clearwater last Saturday night. As transplanted Minnesotans, we loved the video of your Burnsville neighborhood, even the WM garbage trucks. We lived in Fridley, Minnesota for 23 and a half years, so, the green trucks were a daily sight. The last time we talked, Sara, it was five or six years ago in the lobby of the Mel Johnson Media Center where I was on the satellite radio staff at Northwestern College for nearly 21 years until my position was terminated. Three years later, the Lord led us to southern Florida until my Moody Radio position was terminated effective December 31. Five more days left on staff! The night before your Saturday gig in Clearwater, I spent some time with Ty, your INO rep, who had just spent the day before at KTIS in Minneapolis, my old stomping grounds. Small world. He went home with real oranges from our Moody Radio Florida tree just off our parking lot. We loved the carol sing-a-long with the guitar and bass and snare drum from the back of the room. Merry Christmas and a blessed new year! Steve, Susan and Kimberly Anne Krumlauf minnie-SNOW-tuhns in Saint Pete

Craig & Kathy Churman December 20, 2010 • 03:11 PM

After the Clearwater - Cypress Meadows, Florida show - We fell for the 'I'm just the bus driver thing' just like falling for I'm just a musician - when if fact it was really a chance for the Holy Spirit to rise, through Sara's great music/worship/stories/show - and be with our church yesterday. I'm not even a member of the church, yet, but we really felt connected to the Lord, Church, Sara, her music, and the whole band yesterday. What a terrific way to church - right before Christmas. She even brought a wonderful snowfall experience to Florida - you'd have to see the show to understand. Wow - what a treat. Well done. we loved every minute of it, especially as Christmas Day approaches this week - bring on the Lord, welcome Christmas 2010 - thank you, Sara Groves. What an O Holy Night (Day). Blessings to you, your family, and the Band - that we got to know and enjoy yesterday.

Burt Wizeman December 19, 2010 • 09:40 PM

Just got back to Venice from the last Clearwater show. Thank you guys so much for hitting the road and sharing your music, stories and video. We had a blast.

toni December 19, 2010 • 08:50 PM

Hi Sara! Just got back from your concert in Clearwater, Fl. 12/19/10. What a blessing! You are my all time favorite artist. You sing my Soul. I feel like we're related or something (lol) Anyway, wanted to let you know that your music inspired me to write a play about the "prodigal daughter". it's not on paper yet...just in my head...hope you'll let me use your music....Peace and Merry Christmas!

Heather December 18, 2010 • 07:27 PM

For Kent, if this has already been answered, sorry, I missed it. Toby's line is, "lighting up the darkness". I would really love sheet music/chord chart for "It's True". Is it available anywhere?

Amanda Pigg December 18, 2010 • 03:20 PM

My best friend, Heather, and I were proudly sitting in the front row of you concert Thursday night, Dec. 16, at The Square Room in Knoxville TN. What a wonderful time of worship and fellowship!! Thank you for sharing your heart!

Vanita December 18, 2010 • 08:17 AM

I listen to "Jesus, You're Beautiful" every night before going to sleep and it takes me to this intimate place with Jesus, and we get to share in this incredible romance. Thank you, for making this song and songs similar to this one. It really touched my heart and I hope you to continue to do what you are doing. Remember to keep your eyes and heart on Jesus. Praise the Lord!! And let the Lord be with you always!!!

Kaitybeth December 17, 2010 • 12:21 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to let you know that your concert last night in Knoxville was AMAZING! You have been my favorite Christian artist since I was 9 when my cousin got me hooked on the song "Generations" (which continues to be my lifesong - I love to sing it in church) - it has always been a dream of mine to go to one of your concerts especially after seeing the Add to the Beauty concert on your Nomad DVD. Last night was absolutely so much more than I imagined it would be. (I was the obnoxious teenager about the middle right taking hundreds of pictures, lol) The "power outtage" was so cool and very memorable. You are so inspiring to me - you are so real and transparent. I felt like you had invited all of us into your heart for just a little while and that was such a privilege. Thank you so much for your music - I call it "make-you-think" music - the songs never get old because I always get something new out of them everytime I hear them. Like Conversations, I don't think I ever really grasped the lyrics of that song until last night. I have always said you should write a book kind of explaining some of the background behind some of your songs. I listen to some songs and I think "There has got to be a story behind this." Anyway, thank you so much for just being who you are - keep on glorifying the Lord with your incredible music! Love, Kaitybeth

June December 17, 2010 • 11:11 AM

Thank you so much i am such a big fan of your ministry and your song writing. Keep letting Jesus run the show in your life. www.missonmuzic.com

A hurting heart December 17, 2010 • 10:16 AM

Sara, It's been a hard year. But, I'm climbing out of the rubble! On March 29, while going through the grueling process to apply for missionary service, my husband was finally "forced" to confess that for the last 15 years he has hidden a struggle with pornography. I cried that day and for the next 4 months. Needless to say we are no longer going into missionary service, but God has used this whole experience for our good. Your music has helped point me back to the truth many times and held me together. Thanks for being so real and honest with your struggles. We all have something broken in us. We saw you last night in Knoxville! I was on the second row and felt inspired to let you know that I am giving praise to God for packaging so many gifts into your little self. :-) Now my husband and I say we are just two sinners in love. I told him that would be a good Sara Groves song. Smile.

Rhonda December 17, 2010 • 08:32 AM

Looking for lyrics to Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas...I ~THOUGHT~ I heard: 'May your heart be filled with gladness, and the peace that covers sadness! May your joy be overflowing...May you have the time with the people that you love...' REALLY would like to have those lyrics, and that is not what is listed on your 'lyrics' page. Wonderful way to sing that song!

Lisa Chong December 17, 2010 • 01:44 AM

Hi Sara!! I'm from St. Paul, Minnesota. and man, you are an AMAZING song writer AND singer!! one of my friends introduced your music to me the other day when she sang "Painting Picture of Egypt" on a worship night we had in our school. I felt in love with your music! Knowing that my friend loves your music as well and that she would love to see you in concert someday...I went and look up to see if you were coming to MN anytime soon. And guess what I found out?! You are coming to Austin, MN on January 28th. It's about 2 hours away from where we live and I think that it's going to be so worthy so i decided to take my friend... :) Anyway, I want to ask you to see if you could give a shout out to my friend on that night. Her name is Carrie Kishaba. that would mean the world to her! thanks!

carauction4205 December 16, 2010 • 10:09 AM

I just book marked your blog on Digg and StumbleUpon.I enjoy reading your commentaries.

Diane December 15, 2010 • 09:05 AM

I first met you when you were just begining to walk. Having known your parents when they lived in Vineland, NJ I am not surprised, that you have grown into an exceptional singer/songwriter, passionate voice for God, and social justice advocate. You have bridged the gap between our humanity and divinity with the honesty you bring to your lyrics. Your music continues to grow and deepen as you do and has touched my heart. Thank you for accepting your gift and sharing it with the world! What you do does make a difference. One voice that creates a ripple in the fabric of life and elevates our consiousness about the injustices in our world and the greatness of God. May you continue to be blessed in all you do and your family as well.

Orateng December 12, 2010 • 05:45 AM

Your song something changed definitely touched something in my heart, It made me wanna know more about you as an artist. Your music is healing and Thank you for that. I'm from South Africa.

Kent December 11, 2010 • 12:57 PM

We have enjoyed your music for years now. Our whole family is blessed by it. We have two young children too - and sometimes your songs are like you were in our house. I know this may not be the right forum for this question, but I have searched and searched... Can anyone help me with the words that her son Toby says near the end of the song "It's True". I think we have them all figured out except one. At about 4:20 into the song, he says "...to be like a spotlight, shining on Him, lighting up _____, showing people the way to Him." We just can't quite make it out. Anyone's help would be greatly appreciated. Merry Christmas!

dale shaw December 11, 2010 • 09:07 AM

Thanks Troy and Sara for leading a great night of worship on December 3 at Indian Creek Church on behalf of The Midwest Food Bank. Troy and I had a conversation about running shoes and there was a follow up piece to our conversation. If Troy or Sarah’s parents are reading this blog, could you gently remind Troy about the follow up piece so that The Midwest Food Bank can try to bless Troy with a Christmas present…he’ll know what I am referring to…thank you, Dale Shaw

Tim Selph December 10, 2010 • 09:54 AM

Dear Sara thank you for singing for the lord he will bless you more that ever. Ive know your grandpa and grandma since 1982. they allways talk about you. be bless. tim

John Thomson December 10, 2010 • 09:25 AM

I told Troy as I left the stage last Saturday night in Springfield, Mo. that you and he could not have given me a greater gift then to be able to share that night, there, in the city where my re-birth began. On your first Christmas Eve, that year in prison, there probably wasn't a lot of uncertainty for your future, but there sure was for mine, sitting in the row I was sitting. That God authored that little story and brought it full circle on that stage only exemplifies "His mysterious ways." It was an added joy to meet the band in Milw. and Spfld. they blessed me and Mary as well. We have a few more cities to go.

Laurie December 09, 2010 • 06:02 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to let you know how you have been a blessing in our lives. I've been listening to your music since your first album, I've sung your songs in church, etc. but the most important impact you've had is recently. I now have a 6 mos old daughter, and she slept in our room for 5 mos. When we decided to move her to her own room, I wanted a memorable routine for her, so now EVERY night I rock her to sleep singing your songs. My husband says I'm making her an eternal optimist (It's going to be alright, Add to the Beauty) but that's fine by me. Thank you for being a part of my baby's life with your beautiful music and inspirational songs. God bless you and your family!

Julie December 08, 2010 • 04:17 PM

You have made a huge impact on my life. Thanks. I hope to go to your concert in Louisville, KY in May. However, if you ever come to New York City, let me know. I'd love to sing, chat and show you around.

NNMUU Essien December 08, 2010 • 02:41 PM

Hi... I heard ur song at the end of the movie "the perfect gift" I fell in love immediately with ur voice i have to say ur really really awesome. I had to check for your name so i could download the song. Just wanted to find out though if ur a christian artiste??? Ur the best keep doing what ur doing God bless you. Nnmuu frm Nigeria

Laura Wise December 07, 2010 • 03:45 PM

sara, i'm so thrilled about the new songbook. i ordered one today. this book came out just in time...i'm planning to sing "a cradle in bethlehem" in a few weeks, and i really wanted the exact arrangement you sing, and was just going to buy a vance gill arrangement and edit it. i'm assuming that it's in the new songbook. i'm very excited about the book as a whole as well. i'm so thankful for your music and voice. you light up my heart with your sweet voice and song lyrics.

Martha December 07, 2010 • 02:06 PM

Sara, I love your music. God has really blessed you with an amazing gift! Would you please create a song book for "The Other Side of Something". It is by far, my favorite album! I love "Roll to the Middle". It reminds me that it won't always be easy and if we choose to be humble and forgive love and marriage can be an incredible gift. Thank you! I'm really sad I wasn't able to come to your concert in Springfield (it's a 5 hour drive) and I had a servant event that morning. I hope it was a great experience. Someday I will get the opportunity to hear you in person. Thank you again for all you do. May Christ's Light and Love shine upon you and your family this Christmas and Always. In Christ's Love and Service, Martha

Nicole December 07, 2010 • 09:36 AM

Yay!!!! You have a new songbook! I just can't believe it, and I'm obviously quite happy about it! I will be purchasing it as soon as I can. Thanks for your music and ministry Sara ... I love it so much :) God bless!

Lizene Lacerda Schimming December 07, 2010 • 08:25 AM

I am from Brazil, thanks for sharing your music with us. God Bless you and your ministry.

Angela December 07, 2010 • 05:32 AM

Sara, Thank you so much for the new songbook!!!! It's all I want for Christmas! Merry Christmas to you and your family, Angela

Campbell Green December 06, 2010 • 06:03 PM

My 32 year old daughter, Natalie, is a missionary partner for Africa New Life ministries. She has been in Rwanda the last 4 weeks. She has your video on her blog this week about your time in Rwanda. I just wanted you to know about her work. www.nattibeth.blogspot.com With Admiration for your work and walk, Campbell Green 12/6/2010

Amy Roemer December 06, 2010 • 12:11 PM

Hi Sara! I knew you on L3N! I work for Youth With A Mission, and I'm seeking endorsements for YWAM. Have you had contact with YWAM through your work, and do you have a good word for us? I'd love to have it. I'm always inspired by your music, and my husband listens to you as he rides his bike! Are you coming back to Colorado Springs any time soon?

Patrick and Kelly December 06, 2010 • 06:41 AM

Sara, My wife and I were deeply moved by your concert at the SEARCH fundraiser on Tuesday the 29th, 2011. You have lit a fire under our advent. Words truly inspired by the Holy Spirit. We have purchased a few of your albums and will wear them thin. There is also something very special watching you perform with your husband. I don’t know what it is… but I get a feeling he does what he does, so you can do what you do. And we are all very grateful for that. Closer to the Lord this season with your contributions, Patrick and Kelly

Robbi December 04, 2010 • 08:48 PM

Hi Sara. My name is Robbi. I often tell my clients about your music. One of them wrote to you once about the death of his wife and you sent him a free album. Thank you so very much!!! I think that was about a year and a half ago. I now have another client who I told about your music and her house just burned down a few nights ago. She has asked me to record some of mine for her. I was wondering if you would mind my doing that?? or perhaps you might donate some of your CD's to her. They are very poor, and have now lost everything. IT was a rental duplex and the owners had no insurance!!! Blessings, Sara and Sara's dad. Robbi

Janice Rowe December 04, 2010 • 04:38 PM

OH YEAH - Where can I get the guitar chords for "It's True"?

Janice Rowe December 04, 2010 • 04:35 PM

Are you ever in Eastern Canada? My friend was visiting Maine once and happened to be in the same town you were performing that night and immediately bought tickets and RAVED about your concert! Our whole family drives down the road singing songs from every one of your cd's - you are truly uplifting. Thanks so much for sharing.

Kevin Casey December 03, 2010 • 01:11 PM

Sara It was great to meet you, Troy and the rest of the band last night at Westbrook. Loved the concert. Blessings to you and your family this Christmas season. Kevin

thomas thiets December 03, 2010 • 11:55 AM

Sara, I would like to chat with you about an African mission experience for a choir group of young women (teenagers). Please email me a direct contact number, or email. I am the Director of Missions at Trinity Lutheran Church in Stillwater, MN. I showed the group your video and song about what you saw on your experience, and I beleive that you could help inspire the team. Blessings, Tom

Lorraina Mosko December 03, 2010 • 10:04 AM

Enjoy your songs, especially like the O Holy Night CD. I'm trying to find sheet music for either the song "It's True" or even a songbook for the whole "O Holy Night" CD. I would like to have our worship team do that song at church Christmas Eve. I don't see anything available on your site or anywhere else and wondered if it is available to purchase somewhere. Have a wonderful Christmas season, God Bless!

PETER BARNARD December 03, 2010 • 09:15 AM

Hi Sara I just wanted to let you know that I really enjoy your music.Thank you very much. I have all your albums. I first heard you on "Take Me Back" and tracked you down. Just a few minutes ago I thought of "I Saw What I Saw" so I got it out. Then I visited your website, and now I'm writing you a fan letter. Thanks again for your music Sara. Take care.

Cynthia Docter December 02, 2010 • 09:48 PM

Dear Sara, I just wanted to thank you for a wonderful concert. I saw you play at Westbrook Church in Hartford, WI. You have a beautiful voice. I was so glad to finally hear you in person. I've been a fan for years. Thank you for singing my favorite song, Conversations. Thank-you also for sharing video and stories of your life. I took my best friend because my husband had to work and she was very touched. That man's story from prison was amazing. Keep it up! You are so gifted and blessed. God is Great!

Nicole Monroe December 02, 2010 • 01:38 PM

Hi Sara, I attend Evangel University and I took a class called "The Role of Women in Ministry" and I have to write a paper on a woman who is currently serving in ministry and I have choosen to write about you. The teacher wanted us to get interviews if at all possible with the person we are writing about. I don't know if you'll get this in time, but I figured it wouldn't hurt. If you are unable to, it's perfectly fine. My teacher said if we couldn't she wouldn't count any points off on it. 1. What are some of the difficulties you've come across with serving in the church? 2. Were any of those problems because of being female? 3. What part of ministry do you find the most fulfilling? Again, thank you for considereing and please don't feel like you have to respond. Nicole Monroe. peaches_86_04@yahoo.com

maria December 02, 2010 • 05:41 AM

I forgot something... will you come to germany some time?

maria December 02, 2010 • 05:09 AM

hi to you, especially sara of course. I am glad about every song of you I know as the lyrics touches my heart very often. And I am glad that you are selling your songbook now. Is it really allowed to take the songs out of it and perform them for example in church when I buy it? thank you maria

Wendy December 01, 2010 • 11:40 AM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to say thank you for being available for God to use you as a vessel for His kingdom. You have a beautiful voice...what a blessed gift.I was listening to pandora and a song of yours come on so I googled you to see what else I could about you and your music and was pleasantly surprised about your free cd and that you went into the womens prison in IL.What a treat I am sure to see those women and how they received you.I know that it isn't a pleasant time -(nor a treat)to spend time in prison(not been locked up yet visit a boys facility near my house every week).I am truly blessed going in every week and to see some very hungry for God.Then, to see you went to DC in 2009 and are involved in IJM.. again what a WOW moment. I have a dear friend of mine that works for IJM in Guatemala City. Well, God bless and praying that your holidays are filled with a refreshing time with your family. God bless you mightily in Jesus name!! ~Wendy Tennessen

Kath November 29, 2010 • 02:46 AM

Just downloaded your Holy Night album - thank you!! Sometimes I think you must sing the soundtrack to my life... Best regards Kath

Ken Sirisky November 28, 2010 • 02:39 PM

Hello , I wanted to let you know that I contacted Senator Robert Menendez about supporting the s 3184 bill. In his response he informed me he is a proud cosponsor of the Child Protection Compact Act 2010 and a cosponsor of the s 987 the International Protecting Girls by Preventing Child Marriage Act 2009. I wanted to thank you and all the supporters for your work in helping those in need. Sara I also wanted to thank you for your faith and music. I had a chance to come out to a performance years ago and at the show that night you shared you commitment to helping those in need through World Vision child sponsorship. I have been a sponsor ever since and can not thank you enough. I always have one of your cd's at hand and will always be greatfull for how you share your faith in your music. Hope you have a great Christmas and God Bless !

David Winkler November 26, 2010 • 08:43 AM

Did you know that the lyrics for "When the Saints" on your web site are incorrect? It looks like the lyrics were a "first draft" but then were changed somewhat here and there when the song was recorded. I could send you the correct lyrics if you like (there are too many characters to insert here). I should add that I'm a music editor and arranger here in Nashville - not your normal sing-along-with-the-album fan. A girl at my church here is wanting to do the song, and when I looked at the lyrics on your web site, I realized the problem ...

Spencer White November 25, 2010 • 04:12 PM

I love your music but I live in Australia and I can't purchase through iTunes because of my location. I wanted to use paypal but it asks for an account in the USA. This is odd as I purchase a range of products in the the states and I have no problems. It would be great to get this fixed as you may have a lot of fans wanting your music outside the States..... Love your music though. It touches my soul. Spence

michelle duddy November 25, 2010 • 07:42 AM

We live in Falmouth, MA, and have been blessed with your Christmas concerts in the past 2 years. We just love your amazing gift of music and ministry. Saw that you will not be making it up in the New England area this winter...May God continue to bless your family, band, and ministry. We will miss your beautiful family and voice this Christmas, but it is wonderful to see that you are on tour in needed areas. Praise and glory to God! We love you. The Duddy Family :)

James Krieg November 24, 2010 • 05:41 PM

Sara, Wonderful album, the live prison show. I am preaching in a prison in a couple of weeks, and have been feeling some trepidation, however listening to this album has reminded me that regardless of our context and audience, the message of Jesus remains the same and gives hope to all. God bless you james

dale shaw November 22, 2010 • 12:01 PM

November 22, 2010 Dear Sara, My name is Dale Shaw and I am privileged to serve on the Midwest Food Bank Board. Thank you for performing a concert in December, 2009 to help us bridge the gap between prosperity and poverty. We are also excited about your upcoming visit on December 3 at Indian Creek Christian Church for a second benefit concert. I also serve as Pastor of Local Outreach at College Park Church in Indianapolis, IN. One of our strategic partners is Shepherd Community Center, they are really making a difference for Christ’s Kingdom amongst the urban poor of Indy. Last year at your benefit concert for Midwest Food Bank, I invited the Executive Director of Shepherd Community Center to attend the concert. The Executive Director, Jay Height and his wife Jane came at my invitation and even though they weren’t familiar with your work, they absolutely had a great and worshipful experience that night. I used some of my ministry funds to purchase your entire CD set for Jane Height and over the course of the year, every time I see her, she thanks me and tells me she constantly listens to the CDs. Last Friday, Jay Height asked me for a favor and that’s the purpose of this letter. Jane’s father died last fall in Ohio. On the entire ride home, from Ohio to Indiana, the Height family listened to your music and Jane was again strengthened and encouraged through your gifts. So Jay wants to give his wife a Christmas gift; the gift would be a letter from you to Jane Height. Jay works very hard in urban ministry and his wife is also involved and she also sacrifices a lot to minister in the city and to care for many people. Any kind of connection from you would be a neat and edifying thing for Jane. Jane is also a great mom to three children, a 20 year old son and two teenage daughters. I wondered if you would want to write an encouraging letter to Jane and then I could get it from you when you visit Indian Creek Church on Friday, December 3, 2010. I think all the Board members of the Midwest Food Bank are planning to see you before the concert and possibly share a meal together. I also thought you might want to check out Shepherd Community Center online and so here’s their website. www.shepherdcommunity.org Thanks Sara, Sincerely, COLLEGE PARK CHURCH Dale Shaw Pastor – Local Outreach

Paul November 21, 2010 • 09:00 PM

Hi Sara. My wife and simply love your music. We were wondering how we can get your "It is well" cd/song. I cannot buy it off itunes because we are canadian. It is only available for the american itunes. So what options do we have to buy this song or cd. Thanks

Steve Morris November 19, 2010 • 12:04 PM

Your music is a pure inspiration to me. I am priveleged to serve God as a fulltime Salvation Army minister, and was honored to be one of the first responders to the Virginia Tech shootings. Our role was to pray for and with families who expereinced the greatest loss. One family was clearly devestated, so I settled in at a table nearby and prayed for them from afar. The next morning that Mom approached me and asked if I had been there the day prior . . . she then explained that my mere presence, in my uniform was what was helping her experience a "peace which passeth understanding." She said that her grandmother used to have one of those Salvation Army uniforms, and whenever going to Grandma's house, she experienced peace. She was grateful for that peace experience even in the trying times at Virginia Tech. We never know when it will come . . . but it does come - and your song has helped me teach that lesson to my teenager daughter. We thank God for your ministry . . . but we need to see you book more east coast concerts. We could help with venue and setting if in or around the Washington DC area. Let's look at your tour calendar! Blessings on you!

Carell Mancuso November 19, 2010 • 09:40 AM

Would love to sing your "Breath of Heaven" for this holiday season. Do you have an accompaniment track available - in the key you sung it in? I will look to see if it's available on ITunes. Thank you. Bless you. cm

Heather Hede November 18, 2010 • 10:49 AM

Sara, Thank you for your Ministry, both musically, as a Mom, and for your example of how to seek Justice in this world. I am always (and I mean always) telling others about your music, and sharing your story. You have been an encouragement, and have been used as a vessel for God to speak/challenge/encourage me. I Really hope you can come to CANADA (namely Toronto) again. When you came last Summer, I was unable to attend and was very disappointed. I hope Toronto comes calling very soon. Blessings!

Robbi November 17, 2010 • 08:11 AM

You're a blessing Sara! Got an email from the midwest food bank about your Christmas show coming up in Indi, and so got on your website to check out what was going on. Beautiful!!! Love the song about the run, love the "Love" song with your son, Love all the beautiful work you are doing for the world. Let your Spirit shine Sara, and yes, grieve along the way. It is always Both/And -- the Cross and Life to the Full. Can't have one without the other, I don't believe. Suffering an inevitable part of human life -- when we embrace it and hang onto the Cross and grieve, then out we come to the other side each and every time. 'tis the Way, the Way of life, the narrow way, the road to Emmaus . . 'tis our way to Him. God Bless you for your work, your spirit, and for your music that evidences the Way. Love, Robbi

Don November 16, 2010 • 08:26 AM

Hi Sara, My wife and I would like to sing "Something Changed" in a worship service for the Christmas Season. Her singing, me adding on harmonica. Would you please someday make the accompaniment tracks available, or single song sheet music? The song's words are so simple yet pull and echo so deeply. Thank you, Pastor Don

Becky November 16, 2010 • 06:30 AM

Hi Sara, I have a question for you but I wanted to tell you a few things first. :) A few years ago my husband (boyfriend at that time) had me sit down and listen to your conversation album. At first I was just like... ok... it's alright. He was so upset because he just knew it was the best thing he found yet. At the time I was huge on Bethany Dillon & a few others. Well, as he kept listening to it I still just didn't feel it yet. Well, one day on my own I turned on your cd. The Holy Spirit came into the room and I was in tears. It sunk in and it changed me. Your lyrics were so deep and when I listened before I didn't allow myself to go to deep. I have been a fan ever since. Your music has gotten me through some tough times. Nights were I had to cry alone in my car and I would sit in a parking lot playing songs like Hello Lord, This journey is my own, He's always been faithful... etc.. Your music has been therapy for my soul. It wasn't until I allowed God to move in me that I let it. :) So, now it is my turn to show others your music and allow them to be changed by God's presence. Your songs usher down His presence. Thank you for your obedience to Christ. My question is about your song book. Does it have the sheet music for treble and bass? I noticed it said it had guitar but all of the books I have looked at lately have the bass line has guitar and the top as piano. I guess I could figure it out but I am still learning piano... :) Just was wondering before I ordered it. Thank you again for your faithfulness to the call of God on your life. You are a blessing to my husband and I.

Cam Bellerose November 15, 2010 • 10:12 AM

Hi Sara Your "O Holy Night-Prison Show" download brought me to tears, mainly because I was a prisoner in Drumheller Pen for 2 1/2 years when I was a young man. I thank the Lord that today I am a pastor with a beautiful family! My wife and I love your music and God bless you for your kindness and love for "the least of these". Cam

Kathy Fuller November 15, 2010 • 04:03 AM

Hi Sara...I discovered your music a year ago and it has made a great impact on my life. The songs and their messages are so inspiring...uplifting. Thank you for sharing with us. I believe my favorite song of all is "It Feels Like Hope". It came to me in a time of great despair. And thru your words, I was able to climb out of a pit so deep I never thought I could reach the top. Also, your song "Settin' Up The Pins" was so very special. The bowling alley was my second home from 8th grade until I got married, who I met when he started working there during my first year of xray school. To hear the sound of the pins in that song brought back so many happy memories of days long before I met him and of the happy times I shared with so many people. Just now, I was watching a movie on Hallmark..."The Ultimate Gift" with Drew Fuller, Abigal Breslin, and James Garner. In the final scene of the movie, there was a song. I don't know the name...I had never heard it that I could recall. But, it sounded just like you and I was wondering if it WAS you?? I wish you had accompaniment tracks so I could sing "It Feels Like Hope" at church. I could never do it justice, but it means so much to me. Again, thank you for sharing your gift with the rest of us. May God continue to bless you and yours as you bless us.

Kerri Pomarolli November 14, 2010 • 05:49 PM

Hoping to get this personally to Sara . Hi there this is comedian Kerri Pomarolli www.kerripom.com Sara we met a couple times a few years ago and I think the last time was back stage in Nashville at the GMA Awards as I was hosting/doing stand up comedy for the pre show. I think our paths crossed another time as well and I've always been a fan. I have to confess I'm a late bloomer and I don't have a strong vocabulary or library when it comes to Christian music. My 3 yr old does know Diana Ross and Tina Turner...good or bad? Who knows.But I knew when I heard your stuff I loved it! You are awesome! Loooooooooooong story shorter...I gave birth Oct 29th to our second daughter and she's been in the NICU fighting several health issues. Her name is Ruby Joy.It was prayed over her so many times in my womb she's be a worshiper and be gifted in music. As I've been on this emotional roller coaster praying for my daughter to gain her strength to eat on her own, breathe on her own and get strong enough to come home. It was obviously suggested to me to listen to "worship music". I m big on listening to teachings but I hadn't listened to much worship in a long time. Funny enough a few weeks earlier I had found some cd's and put them in my drawer near my player. One of them James Taylor, Dave Matthews, Sara Groves Conversations. I popped yours in a few days ago. I was reminded why I don't do the worship music thing more often because immediately it was like my heart was gushed open and I was physically on the floor doing the" ugly cry". I was sooooooooo moved my the spirit in the music and emotionally a total wreck but I have realize that is where God needed me to be. I begged, I prayed, I pleaded for my little baby's health, I worshiped, I danced a little, I CRIED!I had a good "God " experience and got out alot of the emotions I had been holding in. During the next day I had your cd playing a lot and my little daughter came in as I was laying in bed still recovering from c-section. She started dancing to your music and it was so beautiful in her little tu tu.I felt comfort. So the Dr's told me my little girl HAS to start making some more progress in the eating dept. She hasn't been strong enough at 12 days old to eat on her own without her tubes.She just had been so sleepy and weak it's been heartbreaking but I knew God has mighty plans. I decided to bring a cd player today and put in your CD in her hospital crib. Praise God..she had her best day yet. She smiled, she ate all her milk and wanted more. She breast fed.She wouldn't go to sleep at all ! God is faithful . As the song says" Great is thy faithfulness!" I left your songs playing in her crib as the hospital and as I head back tonight I know it's going to make a difference even more. God is using your music and HIS power to help heal my little girl! Who knew? One Mom's ugly cry her daughter's dancing and then her next daughter's healing all for the bargain price of one CD.Which by the way I think I got for FREE from you!:):) I'd love to send you a comedy dvd for you to enjoy not sure how to do that. Just had to share...thank you Sara from one mom to another. We may have ministries but there is no greater call than that of a wife and mother. God bless you and your family and your ministry. Kerri

Arynn Marchant November 14, 2010 • 03:50 PM

Dear Sara. I am Arynn, I am 16 and I am on of 6 World Vision Youth Ambassadors in Canada. This summer I went to Rwanda! I wish I could put into words what I want to say to you. The song "I Saw What I Saw" really completely sums up everything I wish I could capture in my words. I was changed so incredibly by my trip to Rwanda! Your song makes me cry everytime I hear it, it has touched me deeply and will always have a speacial place in my heart. Thank You for the gift you have given me through that song! God Bless You -Arynn

Beth Steinbach November 11, 2010 • 04:54 PM

Thank you Sara for your heart and faithfulness to God and sharing your gift with all of us. You are such an encouragement!

Mike November 11, 2010 • 02:28 PM

your music has blessed my wife and I so much....God bless you

Victor November 10, 2010 • 09:47 PM

Unable to download the Xmas album, whatever zip code I enter, its throws an error. How can someone outside the US get the album? I am in India.

Megan November 10, 2010 • 08:58 PM

Sara, Where to begin? I am such a huge fan and have thought about writing millions of times to tell you how much your music means to me, but until now I’ve never seemed to have both the opportunity and the courage together at the same time. I have just been listening to the free download you sent through Noisetrade of Christmas at the Prison. How wonderful! I always forget for a few months each year how much I adore your Christmas album. Last year it stayed in the CD player of my car until nearly March. It is truly inspired, just like everything else you’ve produced, and I whole heartedly agree with many others who’ve said your music is anointed. That is exactly how I have felt so many times when I’ve been listening to a particular song or reading something you’ve said – like God is using you to speak directly into my heart and life. He’s used your music to inspire me, to teach me, to encourage me and lift me up, to get me thinking about things I wouldn’t otherwise have thought about and praying about things I wouldn’t otherwise have been praying about, and to help me work through so many circumstances in my life, in so many ways, at so many different times. Many of your songs ring as true to me as if I’d written them myself. In fact, (if I can say this without sounding creepy even to a believer) I’m pretty sure that someday in heaven we are going to be really good friends and I’m very much looking forward to getting to know you then. I’ll give you a huge hug unhindered by shyness and insecurity and thank you for singing the songs my soul wanted to sing but couldn’t back then. I’d love to possess the same abilities to express myself as you do, but I’m so glad that God has given them to you instead, and I’m very grateful you have been faithful and obedient to use them in the way that you have. You have truly blessed my life, and I hope it will bless you back to know it. Love and thanks from a kindred spirit and future friend, Megan

Megan November 10, 2010 • 08:57 PM

PS: I was also able recently to listen to an interview that you and Troy did with Focus on the Family. You shared about being a mom and struggling to trust God with your children - talking about Job and Psalm 73 and the bus driver with the “second family.” This was so helpful for me to hear! I am about to leave for a trip with my husband for 8 days and will be leaving my 15-month-old son behind. This has been so difficult for me! I’ve been fearful and worried and obsessed with the idea that something terrible might happen. It was good to be reminded of God’s goodness and sovereignty, and that even if the unthinkable were to happen; his grace would still sustain us, more than we could ever know. Thanks. :)

Abi November 10, 2010 • 12:31 PM

I was a student of your father's at Evangel and had him for numerous classes throughout my four years there. I remembering him talking about you to our class and at that point I decided to check out your music. Little did I know that your music would have such a deep impact on my life. You have an anointing from the Lord for sure and no one could argue with that. Thank you for writing songs that move people into action. Thank you for writing music that my little girls want to hear and not only that, but music that teaches them about Christ. May God continue to use you in amazing ways and may you always stay true to writing music that says something. I hope to come to your Christmas concert in December in Springfield, MO. Can't wait!

Katherine November 10, 2010 • 09:46 AM

About 4 years ago you toured with Andrew Peterson's 'Behold the Lamb of God' and you came to Birmingham, AL . After I heard you perform your song "When The Saints" I started researching sex trafficking and ways to fight it. Four years later I am about to move and join a team who is ministering to prostitutes and fighting sex trafficking in the dark cities of Europe. I wish I could meet you and tell you face to face how much your music ministers to me. The Holy Spirit is with you when you write. Praise the Lord. Keep up the good fight! Yours truly.

Sami November 09, 2010 • 10:18 PM

This may seem trivial, but it is significant to me. I want you to know that "He's Always Been Faithful" got me through finals last semester. Even now, at the end of a trying day, I find peace in the words of that song. Of course all we do is by God's grace and for His glory, but He definitely used your gift to bless me in that stressful time and continues to do so. Thanks for continually creating beautiful music that reflects the beauty of the God it reveals.

Amylynn Richards November 09, 2010 • 02:33 PM

Thank you for the album download. I can't wait to hear it. Sara (or, Sara's Dad!).. I once got to speak to you in person (like, 6 years ago, at Overlake Church in Bellevue, WA!!) and I asked if you would ever make a trax for Come Though Fount. I still would love to sing it for church. Will you ever make a trax for this song? I know there is the fifty dollar piano book but I don't know if it has all the chords for the 2 guitars and percussion in the back. That.. and "you are the sun" is another one of yours that I would like to sing for church. Every time I hear one of your albums, particularly the first time.. I grow so much in my walk with God. God bless you.

laura November 08, 2010 • 09:47 AM

I heard you on Mid-day Connection last week. I thought that you had recorded an album in a women's prison and it was available free or for small fee on line. I don't see it on your website. I'm involved in Teen MOPS a ministry to pregnant or parenting teens. Almost all are unchurched. I wanted to check out the album to see if it would be a great Christmas gift. Let me know. Thank you for your ministry of music!!!!

Lee November 06, 2010 • 08:12 AM

Hi! I'm a musician from Sweden who just can't stop sing along to your music! It takes me by the heart n never letting go! :) I have a question, is there anyway I can come in contact with you or you manager? I have something I would like to ask you.. :) Xo Lee Gotvik - Swe! www.leegotvik.se www.reverbnation.com/leegotvik

osanebi emmanuel November 05, 2010 • 07:28 AM

just heard your "painting pictures of egypt". i have always being fascinated by stories of the sojourn of our far spiritual ancestors,the isrealites in egypt and how it relates to a today's christians life, but never have it being done by a song like yours did. i reside in Nigeria, Africa and this was my first time to cross across your name "Sara Groves", though im an ardent Christian music follower. I was so blessed by the song that i wanted to know you better, so thats how i did a search that lead me to this site. thank you and God bless you ma.

Phillip Smith November 02, 2010 • 07:50 PM

Greetings! I am a Substance Abuse Counselor in a prison and every Wednesday we congratulate people for completing the 10 week program. Part of the routine is that we read something encouraging to motivate them in their recovery. I have a client that could greatly benefit from "When the Saints" and I wanted permission to use this strictly on a single use basis with this specific client, this specific time, for non-commerical (non-financial) means. Thank you, Phillip Smith To reply, please email me back at phillip.smith@doc.mo.gov

carrie vogel November 02, 2010 • 02:44 PM

I met you in person in New Jersey at a fund raiser for city children.... If you remember me...I am the one who got so choked up when I met you I cried! ( I am from Harvest Time church, Greenwich Conn.) Your music heals my soul and makes me cry and dance and sing and feel young and free and on fire for Jesus all the more! Anyway... Sara, I am a singer--I do harmonies best. I heard you say that having Melody was like having your very own sister sing with you- cause you sound so good together. If you ever need another harmonist, Sara, I believe I am your 'other' sister in Christ who can blend with you like that. If you ever need someone else...please contact me, I will fly to you to audition in person! I surrender this to God. Thank you! Carrie Vogel (914)949-0176 carrievogelonline@gmail.com ps I am a mother of 4 (ages 20,17,14,12)and happily married 20 years. A member of Harvest Time for 12 years and ministering on worship team for 17 yrs. Solos, duets, ensembles and choir. I have some recording experience too.

Katie M. October 30, 2010 • 08:06 AM

Great concert last night in Michigan! Loved the mix of old and new material as well as the combined number with Ashley Cleveland. I have grown up with your music. Your albums' seasons have echoed with my growth. From 13 to 24, I have followed your music (and can't wait for another 10+!)

Tom S., Denton, TX October 30, 2010 • 04:18 AM

Forgive my intrusive comment here, but please, whoever controls or monitors this guestbook link/site, if at all possible, can you screen out, or PURGE out, the bogus entries that somehow find their way into these otherwise interesting and mostly encouraging ones? I'm referring specifically to those like the one just a few days ago (10/27) from "pharmacykingmak". Such inappropriate entries/subtle trash, amid all of the valid ones, are analogous to a man dressed in cutoffs, flip-flops, and a filthy tank top at a friend or relative's formal wedding or funeral (i.e., totally out of place). Thank you. BTW, haven't talked w/ anyone up there yet about it, but trust the concert in Oxford, MI, went well last night, where a number of my sisters and other extended family members were to have attended.

Kristin Bieri October 29, 2010 • 08:51 AM

Sara, I am very very interested in possibly going on one of your trips to Rwanda. My heart and mind are consumed by domestic and international social-justice issues. I currently do child-hunger work in Colorado. I love what you are doing with Food for the Hungry-I want to do more... Incidentally, I am an evangel grad-96. Praying. Kristin Bieri (used to be Ducharme) friends with Sam, Dave, Heidi, Michael V, member of Epiphany, etc...bla bla bla..just for frame of reference.

Ryan Werling October 28, 2010 • 09:10 PM

Sara, My wife adores your music. Over the years she has convinced me that you are, in fact, my favorite female artist. She is a very special worship leader in our church. I want you to know that she emmulates herself after you. This is largely because although you are incredibly talented and have been gifted with an angels voice what we love most is your desire to use music to be in a communion with God in the Holy Spirit. She has been to a number of your concerts and every time she returns home dreaming about being a Sara Groves back-up singer because of your desire to worship with your music rather than to "entertain" with it. Believe me, if you ever were in a pinch and needed a spirit-led back-up singer, I would fly her anywhere to worship with you. I want to Thank you for your music. Even our 9, 8, 7, and 6 year old children ask us to play your songs on our ipod. I hope this encourages you to continue to do what God obviously gifted you to do for his Kingdom. God Bless, Ryan Werling

McKenzie October 28, 2010 • 01:13 AM

Sara, I want to thank you so much. Your music is truly beautiful, a God-given blessing that you use so selflessly to bless others. You have no idea how much your music blesses me and my family. Some of my fondest memories are filled with your songs in the background. "Hello Lord" makes me cry every time I try to sing it. I don't even get through the first line before the tears fall. Your lyrics have a way of voicing emotions and expressing a beautiful vulnerability that few are brave enough to explore. I'm only sixteen years old but your music has impacted my life and my faith in ways that I cannot even explain. Every song hits home in a new and challenging way, and it fills my heart to the brim. May God bless you and your family abundantly, in both this world and eternity.

Angela Hansen October 27, 2010 • 02:09 PM

Hey Sarah, I know you're not on here much, but I know you're connected with IJM, so thought you might be interested to hear what's in the works in the city of Rocklin, CA. A small church-Origin Community Church is currently in the process of building a non-profit coffee shop. Origin Coffee & Tea will be completely run by community volunteers and all the profits will be sent to IJM to help free young women and men. It would be awesome if you could come out for the opening, but I know you're not from around here. I'm just glad to know that you're a part of the team dedicated to help save people from these atrocities. Thanks for what you do. Angela

jenny bloom October 26, 2010 • 07:13 PM

Dear Sara, First, you should know that when I have been asked the question "whose music would you listen to if you could only pick one artist?" ... I say yours. Although I would miss Patsy Cline and Stevie Wonder, I pick yours because your songs are taken right from the heart of me. And when I listen to them I am so deeply touched. Off the top of my head I can tell you that the lyrics of "I saw what I saw", "less like scars", "ester", "you are the sun", "you did that for me", "when the saints", "maybe there's a loving God", "you are wonderful", and "every minute" make me cry because they are so true to things I hold in my heart. I don't know if you realize this when you write songs, but you speak words that other people wish they could formulate, but aren't sure how. I want to thank you for giving me the words I couldn't always find. Second, please play shows in Canada. Specifically in Toronto... thanks. Sincerely, Jenny Bloom, Barrie, Ontario, Canada.

Carrie R. October 26, 2010 • 02:05 PM

Hi Sara and Crew, Keep up the good work. My family and I love to listen to your songs, as well as some of my friends. So don't give up and keep going no matter what, because Jesus loves you!!!!! Carrie R.

Abbye West Pates October 26, 2010 • 01:44 PM

Dearest Sara, For the past week, two young women (sisters) and three children under the age of six have been staying in our home, for lack of anywhere else to go. As a result of the trauma and confusion of living in hotel rooms, strangers' homes, etc. and now sleeping on an air mattress in our back bedroom, bedtime was a scary time. Two nights in a row, I rocked a screaming 1 1/2 year old, as her 5 year old brother lay nearby, singing all the Sara Groves songs I could think of, beginning with You Cannot Lose My Love and ending with What Do I Know. As each day crawls on, they grow more and more sure that they cannot lose our love. Thank you, sister.

Beverly Holliwell October 22, 2010 • 03:31 PM

Hi Sara, Tried to purchase "Conversations" with a perfectly good prepaid Mastercard gift card, but the credit on it was declined, even though there are sufficient funds. Thought you should know, in case you're missing out on payments from others as well. Any idea what stores in Toronto, Ontario, Canada might carry Conversations? I still really want to get it. Many thanks. PS, my daughter, 33, was barren. She went away on a trip last year and I dogsat for her animals. I played on repeat "Less Like Scars" with those powerful lyrics, "less like a casket, more like my womb..." Along with a lot of other prayers, healing and deliverance work, I believe Less Like Scars contributed to her womb being healed enough to bear my new little granddaughter, who will be born any day now. Praise God!!! God Bless you so much, Sincerely, Beverly

Jessica October 19, 2010 • 10:50 AM

My dearly beloved husband passed very suddenly earlier this year on my son's 6th birthday, leaving my four young children (ages 6,4,3,& 10 months) stunned. I have found such release and peace in your song "From this one place" and thank you earnestly for your heart, depth, and direction. Faith has been much more challenging for me these days of late and I would love to have the sheet music for this song as playing the piano can sometimes offer comfort. Thank you and in faith, Jessi

Johan Jordaan October 19, 2010 • 02:52 AM

PLEASE!! come do a concert in South Africa. I'm involved with a reasonably big church and I'll help get you in contact with all the right people to do a SA concert. My wife and I are your biggest fans. We love your music. Regards Johan

Emily October 18, 2010 • 07:59 AM

coupla things: i will listen to your christmas album at any time of the year. your brilliant rearrangements bring forth the exceedingly beautiful hymn lyrics. (can you imagine how beautiful they are? unreal!) my husband likes your music, which is an insane compliment; he's one of those snooty musicians; a drummer (you know the type i bet) your husband's a drummer too right? i actually share your vocal range besides; your songs are my favorite to cover. so, well, i feel like more than a sister to you...i feel like you're sort of an alter-dimensional me! i'm like the tinny little mp3 and you're full-on 24 bit out of the powered speakers though, because i can't train my fanciful heart to drain out of pen the way you make yours do. i can't tell you how great i think you are, sara groves. you're a flippin genius. i am so glad you exist. do you realize the progress you're making for the kingdom of heaven? girl, don't even think about it! it'll be like looking at the ground from the tightrope. well, you have fun with your fame and success. i'll see you up there later ;) (that was my first winking emoticon ever) love emily oh, ps! how the heck do you almost never take a breath on "when the saints"??? you're one talented chick.

Rev. John Considine October 17, 2010 • 04:05 AM

I'll be quoting from "Song for My Sons" in today's talk about the Prodigal Son, Sara and Dad, at Detroit Unity Temple. And I'll give a plug for the concert at The Stand at the end of October. My 4 year old daughter Tamsin and I are looking forward to it for you are my Tamsin's fav singer. I sing it to her all the time and she reinterprets "sons" to include herself and I sing "your Mom and I pray for your strength and understanding...." Tamsin always says from her carseat in the backseat: "Dada, play my favorite songs!" See you at The Stand in Oxford dear woman. John Considine

Sherrie October 16, 2010 • 04:17 PM

Hi Sara, Love Love Love your music. I saw you in Ocean Grove NJ this past summer. I sang "He's always been Faithful to me" in church. Would you like to hear it? Go to youtube and search under sherriesplace. It's the first one. I hope you come to Connecticut sometime! Sherrie

Jerrod October 14, 2010 • 06:50 PM

I am supposed to play cello on "He's Always Been Faithful" in a wedding next month and wonder if I can get the cello part from the recorded version anywhere. It is so beautiful but I don't think I would be able to pick it out myself. I would gladly pay for it, either from you or from someone else. Please let me know if I can get it anywhere. Thank you so much, I love your music.

Lisa October 14, 2010 • 02:32 PM

Dear Sara & Troy and Groves Family, Many times since I first heard your music in Feb. 2010, I have wanted to thank you and express my deepest gratitude. We have served the Lord in ministry for over 23 years. Although we have faced many challenges such as having two children with Cerebral Palsey, the past few years have been some of the toughest for our family. In Feb. I was in a car accident and even though I was not seriously hurt, I was disappointed with God. Your video, I Saw What I Saw, was a life-changer for me. Considering what so many suffer all over the world, we are so blessed. With settlement money from the accident, I purchased all of your Cd's. :) Your beautifully transparent, grounded and insightful lyrics have refreshed, encouraged and admonished me. Jesus said, "Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." Thank you so very much for the sacrifices your family makes. Your service to God has made a difference to so many. May God continue to bless, protect and sustain your family. May you see even greater fruit from this point on as you continue to labor in his vineyard! (Matthew 21:28-31)

Matthew Morris October 13, 2010 • 10:37 PM

Dear Sara, My name is Matthew Morris. You're music speaks deep to my soul and is a light for me to find God when I feel dark. Thank you. Lately, I've felt a lot of darkness after hearing about all the gay teenage suicides going on in the country. I feel like no kid, no matter what my belief, should feel unloved and alone, that suicide is an alternative. I decided to put on a benefit for the Trevor Project, the suicide prevention hotline for LGBTQ youth. I know you must be incredibly busy, but if you had a moment for some kids in need I would be extremely grateful. The event will be Monday, November 22nd at The Church of St. Paul the Apostle (60th and Columbus) at 8pm. Betty Buckley, Vicki Clark, Tituss Burgess, John Tartaglia, Ricky Ian Gordon, Jeanine Tesori, and Christine Brewer as well as other members of the Metropolitan Opera, Juilliard School, and Broadway are attached to the project. We would be honored if you would consider joining us. I believe that when a kid in trouble sees a powerful name in the community like yours attached to a project supporting them, it can change their life. Not to mention if he/she heard "you cannot lose my love"...the magic that song has worked for me... Thank you for your time and consideration. Best wishes with your many endeavors, beautiful voice, and light filled music. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Sincerely, Matthew Morris 443-756-9680 www.matthewmorrisonline.com www.trevorproject.org

Gary October 13, 2010 • 04:22 PM

Sara, come to Los Angeles sometime!

Stacie Donaldson October 13, 2010 • 12:49 PM

Hi, Sara... My husband introduced me to your music when we first began dating, and "Painting Pictures in Egypt" got me through many, many rough days as I faced some areas of sin in my life and allowed God to take me out of the familiar, in order to show me what he had in store for my life. My husband and I have been married five years (this month), and though we've never met you, we feel like we know you because your lyrics - about life, sin, love, marriage, everything - so often express our thoughts and our hearts. I'm so glad that you are involved with IJM - what an amazing organization! I am currently part of the volunteer leadership team of another organization that works to fight trafficking, and was originally partly inspired by IJM. Our founder, Kelly Besedick (who worked in Senator Sam Brownback's office in Washington at the time), heard stories about human trafficking when IJM's Gary Haugen visited the office, and she wanted to do something to help. In 2005, Kelly and a business partner founded Wonderfully Made, a jewelry company and foundation that offers hope to the survivors of sex trafficking in Thailand. Today, Kelly lives in Thailand full-time, where she has teamed up with an established Thai rescue and rehabilitation organization to reach out to sexually exploited women. Kelly designs jewelry made from local materials, and trains women to make each piece. Through Wonderfully Made and their partners, these women now have a safe place for physical, emotional, and spiritual healing, as well as opportunities for education. They are also paid fair wages for the jewelry they create, enabling them to care for themselves and their families. Proceeds from their jewelry sold in the United States allows the mission of Wonderfully Made to continue. I know that there are tons of organizations like this out there, and I know you can't champion every one of them, but since you obviously have a heart for this kind of ministry, I just wanted to let you know about at least one more. If you would like any further information about Wonderfully Made, please don't hesitate to contact me. I'd be happy to send you brochures, details, and even jewelry samples, if you'd like. You can also find out more about us at www.wonderfullymadejewelry.com. Thanks so much for your time! In Christ, Stacie Donaldson

James Ingold October 11, 2010 • 06:18 AM

Hi Sara and Troy - We attended your concert in Morton the other night and just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed seeing you again. If you recall, we hosted you at our church back in 2006 in Bloomington, Illinois (Wesley United Methodist Church) and your song "I Just Showed Up For My Own Life" was the inspiration for me taking a mission trip to Nicaragua. We wanted to stick around to say hello to the both of you, but the crowd was large and since we were fortunate enough to spend a lot of time with you when you were at our church, we figured we would get ourselves back to Bloomington as we had very early morning duties at church the next day. In any case, thank you again for coming to Central Illinois and we hope we can host you again sometime. Take care and may God continue to bless your ministry!!! James

Eve Douglas October 09, 2010 • 08:51 PM

To Sara and Troy, My night is ending with attending your concert in Morton, IL. It was a great blessing to be there and worship the Lord with you all. It was a great time and I was so glad I hung out to meet you both. After meeting tons of people, I am the one who has been a missionary in Africa (Zambia) and India. I have also been able to minister in other places as well but knew that the main connection with you would be Zambia. I am also from Minnesota but just moved here to IL to take Sign language and help in a deaf Church. After I am finished with my classes (2 yrs) I plan to go back to other countries to help in deaf ministries. When I was in India, I had two of your CDs given to me and they helped me get through the challenging times there. God Bless you both and your family. My prayers are with you as you serve our Great God in the ways He has asked you to serve Him.

Lisa Macciomei October 09, 2010 • 07:56 PM

Hi Sara and family. Just dropping a line to say that I am very interested in the trip to Rwanda in March.I began to sponsor a child in December of last year when my friend Shari and I were blessed to see you in concert. Please forward whatever info/dates you may have...cost...immunization info and the like. Hoping very much to see you and my little Joseline in March 2011. Hugs! Lisa

Yvette Merilien October 08, 2010 • 03:32 AM

Dear Sara, My name is Yvette Merilien. I am very excited to be writing you. Thank God for your music and thank you for letting Him use you. I understand that it is around that time of year again when you have 10 different things pulling you in different directions all at once. However, I would like to ease your stress a bit by offering to help you do at least some of your early, on time or last minute shopping for the holiday. You see, I am an Independent Beauty Consultant with Mary Kay and you can shop with me from anywhere. And may I remind you that when you shop with me you are not only getting exceptional customer service and high quality gifts for your friends and loved ones, but you are also helping to enrich women's lives worldwide and you are continuing the vision of a company that supports research to fight against cancer and funds for shelters that house women and children who are victims of domestic violence. I am inviting you to visit my website www.marykay.com/yvettemerilien to view the ecatalog and choose gifts for the beautiful and wonderful women in your life.You will also find a limited selection to choose from for the strong, thoughtful and supportive men who have helped shape your life as well. Should you have any comments, questions or requests, please do not hesitate to contact me at (239) 265-4241 yvettemerilien@marykay.com Or ymerilien@hotmail.com Thank you so much for your time and your business. Yvette

John Thomson October 07, 2010 • 04:52 PM

It has been some time since I've read your guestbook. It reads like a devotional of everyones joys and pains that you touch. That must be an awesome feeling knowing you weigh so embracingly on people's hearts. My mail today brought the guide to Moody's Founder's week next year and Praise God you will be here. We will still see you in Springfield, Mo. in December. Day 80.

Vanessa October 07, 2010 • 12:16 PM

I woke up last night with just your name and the word Egypt in my head. I loved this song when it came out. However, I had forgotten it. So it was just one word. I googled it and found the song. I feel like God was talking to me through this song. I have lost both of my parents and my husbands parents in less than ten years. Sometimes i look back and think what now God. I feel like he was talking straight to me. reading the lyrics i feel more peaceful. Thank you for your music.

Dw October 05, 2010 • 04:57 PM

Love ur Christmas tunes. We're doin 4 of em in a chrsms collection this year here in Corpus Christi. I'v inquired about ur schedule - looks busy but maybe soon we can get u down here. This mix is with some Tori Amos, Sting, Leigh Nash, etc.,& so on. It will be a nice message & I love finding original sounds like yours. Thanks. DonW . Church of Hope

Therese October 04, 2010 • 04:41 PM

Dear Sara ~~ Just wanted you to know that the lyrics of two of your songs came to my mind last Tuesday: "Past the Wishing" & "Glory Come Down". I listened to this C.D. over & over & it helped me re-commit to my swimming goals. My Dr. wants me to do swimming at a local fitness center for the benefit of my knees, as I have osteoarthritis. Found myself in a slump & not really very willing to take regular action in this area. Your lyrics gave me a great jump-start. I have gone 4 times since Tuesday!!! Your ministry blesses my life in so many ways. Thank you for your concerts in Gilbert, AZ the last few years. You & your family is in my prayers!!

Angela October 04, 2010 • 09:51 AM

Dear Sara, Do you have any plans to make a piano book of your Christmas album "O Holy Night" ? (Please say yes, please say yes, please say yes) Thank you! : ) Love your music, Angela

Sandra Zack October 03, 2010 • 06:17 PM

You are an inspiration Sara. Your music has added so much peace and beauty to my life and my daughter's! You truly are a blessing! In love and peace. Sandra

Mindy October 03, 2010 • 01:45 PM

Hi, Sara. :) We drove to KC to see you last month, and I'm so glad we did. I'm also really glad you had permission to just be you as you wrote for Fireflies & Songs. I think it's a terrific album! My husband and I are in a season of destruction & rebuilding as we face an addiction in his life. Your songs put words to so much of the pain I'm feeling...AND they leave me with hope. I don't know how you & God managed that combination, but it's magnificent! Thanks for sharing the beauty He's worked into your heart through your own pain. And just for the record, I think you could totally pull off a full album of Bluegrass! :) I like YOU a lot! And I like your music. Warmly, mindy

Anna September 30, 2010 • 06:10 PM

I'm having Sara Groves and Melody Olson withdrawals...please come back to NC soon :)

Anna September 30, 2010 • 06:10 PM

I'm having Sara Groves and Melody Olson withdrawals...please come back to NC soon :)

Hannah Mackie September 30, 2010 • 11:21 AM

I know you can't write back to everyone, but I don't know another way to ask about this and I can't seem to find what I'm looking for anywhere else. I would like to have the sheet music to your Christmas music. Is it available somewhere, or are you planning on releasing it? If someone can get back to me that would be awesome. I also wanted to let you know that I love your music. I seem to always experience an "aha" moment when listening to it, and as a busy, busy, busy mom, wife, teacher, etc. having something that actually stops me in my tracks and makes me think is rare. So thank you for that:) Also, would you please come to British Columbia? Just throwing that out there. Thanks, Hannah

kamil_xru September 29, 2010 • 03:14 PM

Weclome :)

Benjamin Matthews September 29, 2010 • 01:56 PM

Greetings from England!! Just wrting to let you know how much yourwork is appreciated across the sea. i suppose with our difference in culture over here we prhaps interepret your work differently. Your songs are so refreshing, and above all things, honest! A question for you: I've been getting into 'tell me what you know' more recently. If im honest i didn't think it was as peronal as the other albums at first, until i saw your nomad videos and realised how this album is the album that has most inspired you! I watched on a video you visited a genocide site (very heartbreaking). I have also been reading up on joshua and the fall of jericho. i would like to know how you feel when you see things like this in the bible... mass killing. do you see links between this and the genocide you saw in rwanda? I would love to know your thoughts on this. It's just something i just can't seem to shake at the moment. Thanks, Ben Matthews

Cara September 29, 2010 • 07:51 AM

I don't know if I'll somehow get a response to this, but I'm looking for your song "It is well" and people keep telling me its on Fireflies and Songs, and it's not listed on there, so I have no idea where to find it. It's my favorite, and I want to listen to it at home, not just when it's randomly on the radio! Please help!!! It's not on itunes either. :(

Angela September 29, 2010 • 05:06 AM

I've been listening to you for years, and right now I'm having a wonderful time introducing a friend to your songs. I go to Amazon each week and purchase an mp3 of one of my favorites, then send her an email. But! I went to send her "Everyday Miracles" for a "post-vacation normalcy"-themed week, and found that Past the Wishing is not on Amazon in mp3 form! The songs I especially want to share span most of your albums, so purchasing individual tracks is the only way I can keep up with sending my "Sara of the week" emails. Would you please add your older albums to Amazon for single-track purchase? Thank you, Sara. I LOVE your work. My husband took me to see your concert in Manchester, NH last year and it was a fabulous time! Next time you're in the area, I'll be first in line for tickets. :)

JP September 28, 2010 • 07:49 PM

Saw you in Green Bay. I came to see the drummer, but didn't know he would only have a floor tom, snare drum, cymbal, and trigger. Great...this is going to be a long boring concert. Wow...was I wrong! Troy, what you did with that small set was amazing. Very musical and interesting! I was very impressed and enjoyed the concert. Your playing was inspirational, creative, and clever. I have never seen a drummer play with a set that small and sound so big. Well done, sir!

glenn September 26, 2010 • 06:37 PM

Sara, My wife and I look forward to seeing you at The Stand in Michigan on Oct. 29th. I have 6 of your albums and love them all but still have a special place in my heart for "Conversations." "Painting Pictures of Eqypt" may well be my favorite all-time song by any artist. I just relate to its themes so much. Don't know if you play it much but I would love to hear you perform it. I am one of Michigan's under-employed. From nonprofit CEO in 2008 to part-time house painter in 2010. Hard to believe it happened but God has been so real and many of your songs have been very meaningful to us. Even if you don't see us Oct. 29th, we'll see you and look forward to it. Glenn

Jackie Wise September 25, 2010 • 10:16 AM

I attended your benefit concert last night here in Birmingham, AL. My heart was blessed to hear your beautiful songs and testimony. My daughter Laura, who was with me (and bought my ticket), is probably your biggest fan! She brought her entire Sara Groves collection for you to autograph, music books and all! Thank you for your gracious and sweet spirit in doing so! It means a lot to her, and we both enjoyed meeting you. Your lyrics have ministered to our hearts so many times --- often as I hear them coming from behind her bedroom door (as right now) and other times as she and I ride in the car together or just listen in the home! I appreciate your sharing such genuine life experiences through your music! It has caused me many times to praise God and turn my heart towards Him! May God bless your family and continue to use all of you to be a blessing! In Christ's love, Jackie Wise

Laura Wise September 24, 2010 • 10:13 PM

sara, it was the greatest pleasure and joy to meet you tonight. thank you for signing ALL of my things. you are such a sweet and gracious lady and i'm so proud and honored that i was able to speak to you in person. your music has been such a part of my heart and life for the past 9 or 10 years, and there is never a moment that i don't connect one of your songs to my life. your lyrics dance in my head all day and night. your heart is beautiful and your soul is real. and i admire that. God has truly blessed my life with your music, testimony, and heart for Him. you're such an encouragement and inspiration to me. thank you for sharing your precious and lovely gifts with His children and spreading His love far and wide. never stop singing, because i want to be that fan who still listens even when you're 80 and still sharing your voice and heart. thanks, sara. it was a beautiful and spiritually edifying concert tonight! Laura :)

Heather Boyd September 23, 2010 • 04:55 AM

Dear Sara Groves, I have been hoping to beable to write to you, or just let you know how your song "Painting Pictures of Egypt" from Conversations has helped me through a continuelously troubled time. I have been recoverying from my 2nd cycle of chemotheraphy and well when I heard your song, I felt it was speaking to me directly. As much as I have hated being sick since May, God has taught me so much and I may have wanted to learn it in a different way, but it has become apart of me. "The future feels so hard, and I want to go back. But the places they use to fit me, can not hold the things that I've learned. And those roads were closed back to me, while my back was turned." Thank you so much <3 Yours in Christ, Heather Boyd

gail September 22, 2010 • 06:50 PM

HELP!!! Please email me info re: concert 10/09/10 in Ill. I can't find out anything on your web page about ordering tickets or how much they are, time of concert, etc. Went to the churches web site & they didn't have the concert on their calendar. Wanted to put that first in case someone reads this & can send me info. Now to say, I love your music. You are so blessed with your talent. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. May God bless you abundantly for all that you do in His name.

Rev. Walt September 22, 2010 • 10:26 AM

I am a huge fan, thanks for everything you are doing - please keep the fire alive for Christ in your music and your passion for the needy. I am a pastor and also lead singer of the band "M36 West" we are coming out with our 1st CD called "Forgiven", I hope one day we can meet or perform together. We are on myspace just enter M36 West......God Bless You Sara

Jackie September 19, 2010 • 07:00 PM

Sara....saw you in church today and have to thank you for an enchanting morning with your music. I wasn't able to make the concert last night and I pouted all night it seemed...Just a quick question if you are able to answer...The 2 songs you sang this morning in Kansas city...may i ask the name of them and do you have them on a cd yet? I hope so as I would love to get the music. Thanks so much and have a very kind week...

Kent September 19, 2010 • 05:42 PM

Just a big thank you for your music. You are a staple in our car when we are driving. You music and life are a great jumping-off point for discussion with me my family as we talk through the lyrics and their background. What a blessed gift and ministry you have. I regularly thank the Lord for you.

Megan Connell September 19, 2010 • 05:06 PM

Just wanted to share with you about how much I love your music and sharing your messages. Recently my son created a powerpoint of my 89yo Mum's life to your song "What do I know" and it touched so many people at her funeral that I lost count. Many asked about your song and where I found it. Through that I was able to share some of my faith and my mum's legacy of love. It was so close to home and her life. Today, a few weeks later I was able to share the PowerPoint with my Scripture class of 6-7 year olds on the theme of coping with life's changes and handing your worries to the the Lord because you trust Him. The kids were just in awe but there wasn't a dry eye amongst the small group of teachers at the back of the room. One little girl shared that your song had been shared at her Grandma's funeral also. Thank you so much for continually making such beautiful music to stir my faith and stoke the fire! For years I have just sung along and enjoyed. I think my 3 teen sons are a bit over "Song for my Sons" now but I'm not! Today I felt compelled to share with you how it changes lives! Keep going and living life as a shining example of the Love of God. Blessings!

Jack Olinger September 18, 2010 • 08:54 AM

Morning Sara I was at your concert last night in Green Bay and met you briefly afterwards. I told you briefly the story of my daughter Courtney who was suffering from bulima and was at Remuda (the only Christian based Anorexia & Bulima treatment facility in the USA) in AZ when I heard your new song at the time "This Journey is my Own" during Parents weekend. My heart was saved. Why did you write this song? She is now completing her PhD in Autism and is doing great. I was going thru a terrible divorce at the time and praying that my daughter would survive. Your song and all the songs on your new CD at the time "Conversations" helped me get thru the problems I was dealing with. I love you for that. I lost my granddaughter at five months old just five months ago and just a month ago my 17 year old son comitted suicide-he was suffering from Aspergers syndrome. We played "This Journey" at his funeral. I am blessed to have heard you and met you. Thank you Sara...your life has meaning to so many. I will plan to come to your Dec 11th concert in GB to listen to your beautiful voice once again. God's blessing to you and your family. Jack Olinger jdolinger@msn.com To see their sites visit: www.respectrum.org www.caringbridge.org/visit/taylorpaigecosmas

Brielle September 15, 2010 • 02:11 PM

Hi sara, I agree with kaitlyn, please come to richmong, va please please please-i love your music so much! Thank you:)

Timi September 15, 2010 • 01:25 PM

Have already tried sending an e-mail, & sending a message to your MySpace (Facebook won't work), so hopefully this will go through: Hi Sara, Am hoping it's not too late to request a few songs for the benefit show, & i heard you were doing (at least) a few older songs, but was wondering if you could do "Come Be Who You Are" from City on a Hill, "Past the Wishing" from that CD, & either "This Journey is my Own" or "Painting Pictures of Egypt" from Conversations? Thank you so much! God bless you & your ministry! Timi

Ron September 15, 2010 • 10:28 AM

Please tell me you're making your way up to New England this year so i can see the the xmas concert...

Maja Neumann September 12, 2010 • 09:12 PM

Sara, I'm organizing a benefit concert to raise awareness of Human Trafficing and money for IJM. Will you come sing??? I'm at UW-Eau Claire so not to far from the cities! Your music is so inspiring. God has given you the words and the song to make my soul sore. Thank you.

Fred Swartz September 11, 2010 • 11:20 AM

Bind up the broken hearted/ Make room in your heart for the poor/ My Spirit I have not imparted/ To be locked in your treasure store/ Let loose streams of living water/ Kept back by your comfort and fear/ Heal those who are loved by the Father/ The defenseless far and near/ Enter the world of the widow/ Of family by genocide robbed/ Feel the pain in her heart, let your tears flow/ In humbleness walk with your God/ Plunder the sweatshops and brothels/ Where orphans are trafficked for gain/ Go be a living epistle/ Where darkness till present has reigned/ I bought more than you when my blood spilled/ All those lowly and meek are my prize/ You say you will help when your barn's filled/ But in truth my bride you despise/ Empty yourself for the broken/ They've a need only you can fulfill/ Don't just hear all the words I have spoken/ But respond out of love; do my will

Rich F. September 10, 2010 • 11:30 PM

I heard you and Troy on Focus on the Family this April; I enjoyed your perspectives and honesty. I was impressed by the devotion you and Troy show to your kids as you described the tough decision to turn down the opportunity to open for Amy Grant to be home for your son's birthday. I want to thank you for the body of music that you have produced to date for listeners like me. Your lyrics have reached so many of us with their day-to-day real world biblical messages. Songs like "Hello Lord", Remember Surrender", "Awakening", and "Testimony" are inspiring, refreshing, and really ground the listener in the encouragement and truth of the New Testament. But even beyond that for me is the music itself. These messages are so much more vivid when combined with your gift for song-writing/composing. Songs like "Add to the Beauty", "Cave of Adullum", "Rewrite This Tragedy", "This Peace", and "Honesty" are hands-down masterpieces. On your latest release, "Like a Lake" paints a musical picture of standing right on the shore of that lake perhaps in the calm before the storm. In the middle of the piece, the vocals (without words) come together with the guitar and seem to take you right over the lake. There are many other wonderful moments in your music. I, and many of us out there, will always be "still listening". Thank you for sharing your God-given gift with us. Keep up the great work!

Anthony September 10, 2010 • 12:31 PM

I wrote this on Facebook i don't know if it's your offical page but i thought about looking for you on there and then i remembered you had a newsletter on your site so i came back here agian to look around at what's going on. i haven't had a chance to really listen to music for a bit i mean really just sit and listen and when i decided too it was Sara Groves my first choice. i have all your cd's in album order in my car but only six slots so i put the first six starting with "Past the wishing" My wife and i actually made up last night after a little "disagreement" the way we usually do, with lyrics from "roll to the middle" one of us either plays the song or write each other a note with some of the lyrics. it's been helping our marriage since The other side of something was released :) so much i'd love to tell you about how all right here and conversations brought my wife and i through so much, individually before we were married and during our marriage. hello lord, painting pictures of Egypt, remember surrender, less like scars and don't get me started on the past the wishing album classic. God has truly blessed you with an amazing talent to touch the hearts, minds and souls of those who hear your music and can relate. my prayer is for you to have a show in new york where my wife and i can see you and hopefully meet you. stay blessed and thank you for letting the lord use you. See More

Grant Corriveau September 10, 2010 • 09:28 AM

My wife and I love your music, and the heart revealed through it. Do you ever come to Canada? If you ever would like to arrange some dates in and around Vancouver, BC, I would love to help with that. I've done this before in support of Steve Bell's music and I suspect you and he must have many fans in common...? Also, thankyou for generously letting your music stay on youtube - I produced a video in support of the World Parrot refuge where I volunteer. After "naming the pain" in the first half of the video I wanted to show the solution and needed some more hopeful, "we shall overcome" music to go with that. Your song: It's Going to be Alright was exactly what I needed. Again, thanks for allowing this to stay online. (link not accepted? so google "Healing Wings" from the World Parrot Refuge - thanks) Blessings from Nanaimo, (Vancouver Island) Grant Corriveau

Kaitlyn September 09, 2010 • 01:12 PM

sara i love love love your music. it is so real and amazing because i sometimes feel like you wrote for me in mind. i love the tenderness of your songs and the way you portray god and life through them. thank you so much for that. when i am having a bad day all i have to do is put on one of your songs and i start smiling!!!! oh one quick thing...... PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE WITH A CHERRY ON TOP COME TO RICHMOND, VA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

jennifer September 09, 2010 • 10:33 AM

Sara, God used your music today to draw me close to Him. He's done it before many times in the past. I'm sad to write that I've been lazy with my walk. When I hear your songs and listen to the lyrics, it has a calming affect on me. I can slow down and put things into perspective and be kinder and gentler... especially to my sweet husband who doesn't always get the grace & love I easily pour on our baby. I know the Creator has given you this gift and inspires much of what you write. I'm grateful you're a willing vessel for Him to work through... to a new mom 100's of miles away from you who's been slacking in her walk with Jesus, feeling overwhelmed with silly things like laundry and housekeeping and what's for dinner, who's been quick to anger with her husband and would rather get on facebook than read the bible...God is using your music to help me put my priorities where they need to be. Thank you. I've been listening to your music all day, soaking it in... reflecting, repenting, reprioritizing. THANK YOU. May God bless you today.

alison September 09, 2010 • 12:14 AM

Sara, thankyou thankyou thankyou. wisdom and blessings flow from your lyrics. your music is full inspiration and many phrases i'm sure are from the God himself. At 19 i am proud to say you are my favourite musician and lyricist. your songs "i saw what i saw' and 'when the saints' have really challenged me and i am heading to africa next year on mission...to hopefully use some of my midwifery skills! thanks again. you are wonderful. keep doing what you are doing. what a blessing it is to hear beautiful music from a Godly woman like you

Jennifer September 08, 2010 • 08:34 PM

Sara, So enjoyed seeing your video today about the house you grew up in. It brought back fond memories of our SOM days. Since I last saw you in Tulsa over 5 years ago, I am pleased to say that my family has grown. I remember crying as I shared with you how I longed to have children. Well, now I have 3! :) 2 adopted daughters (7 & 8) and a foster baby. Maybe one day we can all get together and catch up. Blessings!

Pamela September 08, 2010 • 01:04 PM

Hi Sara, Thank you! Your music lifts me up. My little sister, Cynthia, saw you at Evangel and bought an extra CD for me. My first daughter was born in 2008, we lived in Springfield MO and were going through a very tough time... I would play (Tell me what you know) the CD and would dance my baby around the room! We now live in Colorado, and for her my baby's second birthday, Cynthia sent me another CD (Add to the Beauty). I listen to it while I work as I remain in that hopeful & happy place with the beautiful, thoughtful and real lyrics. Both my babies love your voice. :-) Thank you! God continue to Bless You as you bless so many! PS, my little sis, Cynthia Matrone, goes to Central Assembly, tell her hi for me if you're there...

Jim Gapinski September 07, 2010 • 04:05 PM

Hi Sara, I would like to send you an mp3 of a song based on the book of Tobit and would like to know how I might go about doing this. Jim G

laura wise September 06, 2010 • 09:58 PM

Sara, you have no idea how much i need your music/lyrics/voice, the Scriptures, and Christ's help right now. as i sit here with a hurting, heavy hurt, and a cloud of confusion around me, all i can think of is how much your music encourages me. thank you very much. Christ speaks to me through your music, and i'm so thankful for that.

Bethanie September 06, 2010 • 10:17 AM

Sara, I love your music so much. It makes me feel like autumn and like cuddling up with hot chocolate and a good book. :] I was hoping to find the piano music for "To Be with You" somewhere, but I can't find it anywhere! I'd love to play and sing it for my family this Christmas, so is there any way you could point me in the right direction to find the sheet music? Thanks! I can't wait to see what music you bring us next! <3 Bethanie

Karla Bauer September 05, 2010 • 07:39 PM

Sara, I am releasing an all-original 9 track Christmas CD in November. If you know of any one you can connect me with to share my music and my message; please let me know. I am an award winning singer /songwriter from the Kansas City area. I was so inspired by your Christmas CD; I decided to write my own. Anything you can do to help me would be appreciated. Keep Shining~Matthew 5:16 Karla Bauer www.KarlaBauer.com

Heather B. September 05, 2010 • 05:46 PM

Hi, Sara! I just love your songs and your voice so much! (Especially "Tent in the Center of Town" and "I Saw What I Saw"!) I listen to your songs on my iPod every morning to give me a good start to my day. I just wanted to say, "Thank you!" <><

amy September 05, 2010 • 09:30 AM

Sara-you've touched me for years with your music. I had the pleasure of meeting you after a concert once and it was all I could do not to cry from the emotion of it. All of your cd's have spoken to me at different times. Past The Wishing is responsible for getting me through finishing my Master's degree with a family at home missing me. I love your music, your gift and you. Please keep writing and singing!! OH, I'm back to get station wagon. This is the only one I don't have and I need it!! Can't wait to play it for my 3yr old.

keijo September 05, 2010 • 08:53 AM

God is good here inthe sweden with grace Sara and may the Lord will send me to serve him with gospel and be used of him daily and joy of life in Christ and expect his second coming soon.So let us go an togethers in the name of Jesus with miracles and power,thanks and bless and win,keijo sweden

Sheri Porterfield September 04, 2010 • 07:01 PM

Hi Sara, I've enjoyed your music for years now. Your storytelling and heartfelt lyrics not only speak to my heart, but calm me....and at times convict me. I am grateful for your ministry and pass on your cd's often. I had the pleasure of attending the Christmas concert at Pleasant Valley Church in Niles, OH. It moved me in so many ways. That night, I was not only eager to sponsor a child for the first time, but intrigued about the missions opportunity in Rwanda. I've never even considered traveling to Africa, but it's been on my heart and mind ever since. If you have the opportunity, could you please share with me the dates for this year's trip, and whether or not there might be room for any more team members. My family is behind me all the way. I would just need to know how to go about raising the support. This would be the first missions trip I've ever taken. Praying God's continued blessing upon your family. Thank you for your friendship through song. In Christ, Sheri

Shelly September 03, 2010 • 04:09 PM

Hi Sara's dad and father-in-law! Just wanted to let you know that Sara's song "I saw what I saw" led me to head to Zambia last summer. It's changed my life. I went back this summer. The village I work in with Hands At Work is a place of heartbreak and hope entwined so that integrally that it can't be separated. When I tire of the work back here in North America where we hit walls of apathy or disinterest, I go back to the song. Thank you.

Deb September 03, 2010 • 01:05 PM

Hi Sara, It's well past time for me to thank you for your songs and your open heart. I have all your CDs, (just today getting Fireflies & Songs), and once again you sing words that touch my spirit. Please keep writing & singing.

Maribeth Boelts September 03, 2010 • 07:30 AM

Dear Sara, Over the years, your song, "Awakenings" has been one of my very favorites. Such truth in it, yet no despair. Yesterday, I played it several times as I went about my day, and it made me cry with its honesty. But it also encouraged my faith and made me want to "pump my fist" in the air with the line, "His blood is real, and its not just a symbol of..." I love your writing and your voice, but I love the deeper river of how God communicates to you. Such an amazing gift. God bless you, Sara. Maribeth

Brielle Abbey September 02, 2010 • 07:43 PM

Sara, Your song something changed, has helped me through tuff times. I listen to it everyday and not once have i gotten tired of it! Your songs are beautiful and i encourage you to keep writiing! Thank you Brielle

kathleen September 01, 2010 • 08:11 PM

sara, thank you for making add to the beauty- it's an amazing work of art! probably my favorite cd ever! the line this is grace, an invitation to be beautiful is so inspriring to me. i recently broke up with my fiance of 4 years and your words have been so encouraging..your cd has been on repeat in my car for the last 6 weeks. it has helped me so much connecting back to God. Need a love that never fails. It's the best! my dad will be coming to see you in nj in a couple weeks. i live in ca, please come here soon!

Sara Ulrich September 01, 2010 • 06:53 PM

Hey Sara, I'm a mother of 3 beautiful kids- 2 boys, (Elijah, 5 Asher, 3) and one girl (Shiloh, 9 mos.). Every night I sing a song for them as I put them to bed, and more often than not, they request You Cannot Lose My Love. We have talked about the double meaning- I'm singing if for them, but the words are also from God. It's such a comforting song. I am so glad they will grow up with the sound of it in their ears, and the meaning of it in their hearts. Thank you for that small moment I have nearly every evening with my children... Another Sara

Blakley August 30, 2010 • 07:12 PM

Sara, I am so very excited about your concert in Birmingham! I just saw that you'll be here in a few weeks, and I am ecstatic! You are my absolute favorite musician...I've been a fan of yours for several years now, and your lyrics have encouraged me, as well as made me cry at times. One of my favorites is "He's Always Been Faithful"...I even had it sung at the beginning of my wedding. Thank you for all you do! Keep on singing! Can't wait for the next CD! :)

laura wise August 30, 2010 • 07:38 AM

ok, i'm just a bit too excited about your concert on september 24 in birmingham!!!

Steve and Dee August 29, 2010 • 05:05 PM

So nice to see you at Lakeside Friday. We celebrated 15 years of marriage this week and have been listening to your music since 'conversations', and now our children are fans too. The Fireflies and Songs CD is such a blessing to many couples going through tough times - keep playing your "cello" and hope you come to Canada soon.

David Lanning August 28, 2010 • 07:18 PM

Great concert last night Sara! Thanks for coming to Ohio! Come back soon.

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Lindsay Glynn August 24, 2010 • 12:56 PM

Dear Sara, I decided to write you on behalf of my best friend and former college roommate, Leigh Anne. She connects on a deep level with your music and writes about your songs on her blog site.Today she wrote, "I am so struck with this line 'love and pride can't occupy the same spaces baby, only one makes you free' from a Sara Groves song I listened to this morning. Actually, I've been softened by every word of every Sara Groves I've listened to today. Something about that lady... it's like we're having a conversation through her words. I think a secret wish of mine is to sit down with her for a cup of coffee and ask her to tell me her story. It's obvious from her music that she has one". After reading her blog today I decided to try and contact you and let you know how much your divinely inspired music means to my best friend.

Candra August 24, 2010 • 03:09 AM

Hello Sara...my name is Candra from Indonesia. I really love your music and songs. It gives encourage to me and my friends. The song it's gonna be alright really inspires us. Hope you will do concert in Indonesia someday. GBU

Joanne McCollum August 23, 2010 • 04:24 PM

Fireflies and Songs is your most beautiful and amazing album to date, and I have loved them all. Every song either gives me chills or makes me tear up. I thank God for so greatly annointing you with your talent that brings so much truth, beauty, and pleasure to others! I'll be attending in Leawood , Ks, and though I know I probably won't ever get to meet you here on earth, I look forward to talking with you in Heaven. Your words and music affect my heart with encouragement and joy. Thank you, Sara.

Gina Montemore August 22, 2010 • 10:48 AM

Sara, we recently started attending Fellowship Baptist in NJ, where we saw you would be having a concert soon. They showed partial video of your trip to Rwanda so I came home and watched the entire video on YouTube. I am a Minnesota girl, raised in Mankato, I too went to Rwanda in 2000, the video brought tears to my eyes, the children, people just a great reminder of those I met who changed my life. My husband and I along with our two boys also helped out in many trips to the south to help Katrina Victims. Thanks for making songs the reach the hearts of people... God bless, look forward to seeing you in our church soon. Gina Montemore

Aaron and Sarah Hunt August 21, 2010 • 07:45 PM

As my wife and I were going through some of our old photos we ran across one from 2005. It was a photo of our first son's dedication at church. We laughed, because next to my wife is a certain Sarah Groves. You posed with our new family for my son's dedication shot. You had just finished performing for the SouthSide Vineyard church of Grand Rapids Michigan. We still listen to the CD we bought that day, and our now 5 year old son, Keagan Hunt, sings along literally! Thanks and keep it up! In Him, Aaron and Sarah Hunt

Duke and Laurie Dillard August 19, 2010 • 11:42 PM

Dear Sara, We love your music. It has been a great encouragement to us. Our first album was Conversations, a gift from a friend. We loved it and have bought all of them since then. The question we keep asking is when you were watching our times of conflict in order to write your songs about our marriage?! We live in Turkey and will be on furlough this fall. Part of the time we will be in Chattanooga, TN. Unfortunately, we arrive shortly after your concert in Chattanooga. However, we are hoping to get tickets and make the short drive to Knoxville for you Dec 16 concert there. We are excited to listen to you live. Please keep pursuing Jesus and writing Spirit-inspired music. thank you, Duke and Laurie Dillard

MAtthew Graham August 19, 2010 • 11:25 PM

Hi Sara, I live in Australia. My wife really wants to see you in concert. Are you ever planning to tour over here? Thanks, Matt

Emma August 19, 2010 • 05:00 PM

Hi Sara! I just want you to know your music feeds my soul. Every time I listen to your music I feel closer to God and am reminded of who I want to be in this world. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world-through your music and through the way you live. Your songs have been such a blessing to me! With love, Emma

Karla Aden August 19, 2010 • 12:23 PM

Dear Sara, Your music has sung me through many ups and downs of ministry and parenthood. This past year when I was diagnosed with cancer, your songs brought me great comfort as I went through diagnosis and treatment. It was on my ipod constantly (with Melody's debut CD). Though still weak from treatment and not sure of prognosis, my husband and four kids thought seeing you at Lifest would be a great idea. A quote from my nine year old son, "we should go even though we don't have all the answers, because with Jesus, it's a Lifest either way." I had my picture taken with you there, and that photo and evening are part of my triumphant journey through cancer, no matter the outcome. I am praying to hear you again on Sept. 17 at Cup of Joy. And thank you for writing "Settin' Up the Pins"--it helps me wash the kitchen floor with a smile...Peace in Christ--Karla

Cheryl August 18, 2010 • 10:57 AM

Hi Sara - I was privileged to attend your concert in Ocean Grove, NJ. It was wonderful. Such a great, great time for all of us. I wanted to write because you made an off-hand comment about your music and whether it really has an impact. I had to tell you about your song "Loving a Person" and what it's meant to me personally. I had memorized and figured out how to play the song on my piano and had played it for my husband about 3 years ago. We've not had a very healthy marriage and it was my love-gift to him. Unfortunately, things in our marriage got worse and we separated this past year. During our separation, we were working on projects in our home together, getting the house ready to sell. One day we were painting and that song came on my iPod. I just started crying, because I was so sad that we were not able to "see it through", as I so longed for. We both stopped painting, sat on the floor and just cried. The song is amazingly powerful and filled with hope and truth. It was a very sad and poignant moment for us. In spite of that sadness, I still love the song and it means a lot to me. So please don't stop writing and sharing your songs with us. They really are true to life. Blessings, sister!

Peggy Parker August 16, 2010 • 04:46 PM

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John Vigren August 16, 2010 • 10:24 AM

My wife and I heard you open for Amy Grant in Ocean Grove, NJ on 7/31/10. Absolutely loved you (Amy not so much). I ordered two of your CDs and my wife is totally hooked. Highly original and the lyrics invite second and subsequent listenings. Thanks so much. Keep ministering.

Rachel Beach August 15, 2010 • 09:40 AM

I'm looking for the cello part (music sheet) for your song Fly, which I'm supposed to play in a wedding next month. Would it be possible for someone to email me a copy of the music? The music sheet versions of Fly available online don't have a cello part included. Thanks much, Rachel

John Considine August 15, 2010 • 05:20 AM

The best thing about the 2010 Ford Fusion I just purchased two months ago is the collection of Sara Groves CDs that the previous owner forgot to take with her. What a wonderful surprise,Sara! God is doing good work through you, beloved woman. I wept my way from North Carolina back to Detroit listening to "Song for My Sons"-- I just can NOT get through it without being moved to tears and outflowing love for my 4 kids. When I got home I sang it along with the CD for my 3 year old daughter Tamsin and she just glows and then says "Play it again, Daddy!", like 7 times in a row. Maybe your littlest fan. I will be sending you part of this month's tithe since you have so fed me spiritually. Sara's Dad, please e me with an address. Also, I will be contacting your peeps about singing at Detroit Unity Temple where I am Senior Minister. See you at Lake Orion! Rev. John Considine P.S. By the way, give your percussionist, bandleader and arranger enormous props. Wow.

John and Marcie August 13, 2010 • 01:30 PM

Hi Sarah. I saw you a few years ago at a concert you did for the American Christian Counselors organization in Nashville. I loved your music and have been a fan since I first heard you. My wife Marcie, a pediatrician, also is in love with your work. You are a true original in a sea, of what I feel, is fairly mundane music (with a very few exceptions). I love your new fireflies album. I hope that God is bringing wonderful things into your life and into your families lives. Thank you for blessing us with all the wonderful music. We would love to see you live and hope to get the chance to soon. We live near Nashville.

Jen in Philly August 12, 2010 • 03:11 PM

Sara, I recently saw you for the first time in concert at Anchor Presbyterian Church in PA. I have been a fan of yours for several years, and I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your honesty, transparency and humility in person and through your music. Thank you for developing your gifts and being willing to use them for the good of the Church as a whole. I have been greatly blessed by your faithful obedience through your music. I really wanted to send you a Thank You card, but couldn't find your address anywhere, so this guestbook will have to do!

Julie in Michigan August 11, 2010 • 10:00 AM

I have recently come across your music. I am so sorry I did not hear it long before now. I heard you first on the PromiseFM in northern Michigan singing "It is Well" I fell in love with that song and in the midst of some struggles that I am having currently, I found it a reminder that God is in control. My daughter and I would love to share this song with our church. I have had a very difficult time finding a recording of it and sheet music. I am hoping you can help. Thank you for sharing your music with us. We are blessed. Grace, Julie

Sherry in Dallas August 10, 2010 • 10:26 PM

The Holy Spirit has used your music to sooth my weary soul and celebrate the joy of living for close to 10 years. I've only seen you in concert once, and your presence on stage brought me instantly to tears, knowing what a tremendous vessel of comfort you have been. On March 26th of this year, I almost went home to be with the Lord. A tragic car crash crushed my hand, broke my neck, and left an 11-inch gash in my scalp. I'm recovering with the love and care of great doctors and a wonderful family of believers around me. God created a fiesty woman when He made me, and this God-given strength has inspired so many around me. But the music in the background of my recovery has been songs like "Going Home", "Hello Lord" and "In the Girl There's a Room." In fact, once my skin graft site heals, it will have the words to that song tattooed on that upper part of my thigh with a candle that "won't burn out." I go back to work next week. My new theme song is "I Just Woke Up for My Own Life." Can't wait to get out there and live what God has left me here to accomplish! I still have months of physical therapy and surgeries #8 and #9 waiting for me. However, with Sara Groves singing the soundtrack of my life, I know inspiration is just around the corner. Thanks for being the vessel. I hope you make it to Dallas sometime. Until then, I'm planning a road trip to OK City to see you in December. Wouldn't miss it for anything! God bless you and all who help make it happpen.

Elise August 10, 2010 • 03:35 PM

After getting a taste of Sara's beautiful music at Ocean Grove, I was delighted to get a feast in Pennsylvania. What a full evening, with stories that are so real and relatable. I am thankful to Sara for opening up her heart and sharing the harder things in life, especially regarding marriage. And of course the greatest joy in life, Christ...and everything in between, including our daily setting up the pins and knocking them down. How all of us can relate to the redundant mundane things of life--emptying the dishwasher only to face dirty dishes soon again...making the bed, only to sleep in it within hours...and then there's the laundry, my personal favorite, especially when I see the clothes I've so carefully folded strewn around my daughters' rooms! Years ago, I asked God to help me do this job as unto Him, with gratitude for my children, for clothes, for a washer and dryer. Sometimes that helps...Thanks also to Troy for encouraging Sara, as she made such a point of telling us this. It takes courage to allow your marriage to be opened up to us all (who so get it after 25 years in my case). And loved talking to Melody and hearing her perform so seamlessly...and Aaron, well he's just awesome! MANY MANY THANKS! Do keep it up, it must be hard with a young family. But even though we are not starving, or victimized by terrible injustice, we all have our own personal pain and suffering, discouragements and disappointments. We need your encouragement, your inspiration, your vulnerability, your faith. What you do for us is invaluable...and has eternal worth. Love and blessings to you all!

philip groves August 09, 2010 • 05:16 PM

God bless you Sara. You inspire me for many reasons. I must be honest and say it started the day I found your cd in a store, saw we had the same last name, and I've since told myself that we're related. (lol). Im a christian, who has 8 sisters and brothers. We are from New York, and have sung gospel music all our lives. My grandfather's name was William Groves, he had a brother named Claude... We never knew much more about our family tree... We often wondered where we got our 'gifts' from...Thank God for blessing us. I realized that you married a Groves, so there goes my lifelong theory, lol... either way we 'cheer' you, and pray earnestly for you. I pray one day we get to meet, and hear you minister, and just maybe, you ( and your husband) get to hear your 'other' family minister one day. God bless and keep you.

Christian Teacher August 08, 2010 • 01:00 PM

I teach at a community college and have had trouble with encouraging others. I have trouble, to be honest, leaving my house at all. Each day, on my way, I play "When the Saints" on my CD a few miles before campus. I remember that my troubles are small compared to others - and I GO to school. Then I carry God's word to others on a secular campus. I know I am needed there, but my agoraphobia makes it had to go ANYWHERE. I am still not able to go to the store :), but I can minister to my often poverty-stricken students. I thank you...

Britta Peterson August 07, 2010 • 07:44 PM

Hi Sara, I think it's a little weird writing to someone I view as a celebrity, because I have so enjoyed and wept to your music since your first CD. I finally decided to write you because I saw your youtube video for "I Saw What I Saw" and it is SO honest and true. I have a huge heart for mission and have not yet made it to Africa, it is my goal of mine, and it's good to see that even you go on mission trips and simply commune with the people there. How you talk about being permanently changed in this song is just true, and I appreciate the simplicity and honesty of your message. I am hoping to attend your concert in Austin, MN and, if it is not too much to ask, I am wondering if you would add this song to your concert docket. Social Justice is such a huge part of what we are called to implement as Christians, to whatever capacity, and it is important that we share our stories like this one you've shared about Rwanda. I hope you keep sharing and keep being changed, no matter the cost. Blessings and Peace to you, Britta

Heather August 06, 2010 • 12:02 PM

Sara, I am such an incredible fan of yours. Your songs carried me through so many long nights while my now husband was in Iraq and still to this day make me smile no matter the mood I am in. There is something about "Tent in the Center of Town"....I have been lucky to see you in concert before and so excited to be seeing you again in a couple weeks at Lakeside. I am taking my 2 daughters and my mother for her 59th birthday to your concert there and If there is anyway you can wish Sharon a happy birthday, that would touch her deeply. Blessings, Peace and Love~

Phil Brande August 05, 2010 • 10:52 PM

Sara, thank you for your music and for touching my life and many others. A friend recently gave me a copy of one of your songs entitled "All in All." It sounds like it was from a live album. I instantly fell in love with the song, but cannot find the lyrics or the chords anywhere. Do you have any idea where I might find them? Thanks & God Bless...Phil

Michael Turner August 05, 2010 • 07:19 PM

Hello,Mrs. Groves,"where ever you are,out there in the world".I am "very grateful", to be able to write to you,"just once".With all the "fan mail" you probably get",from people all over the country,I "can only hope",that you might be able to find time to "read this".I'm Mike,"A.K.A","The Mysterious Motor City Phantom",the name of the band I play with/played with/recorded with,is called,"The Motor City Mystery Gang".To be "quick",I played bass,for many years,and "at the end of it all for me",I was "The opening act",for Southern Rock Stars,"Molly Hatchet".My life when I was young,was like "The Jack Chic Bible Tract",titled,"Somebody Loves Me".To be "real quick",I went from "being a nobody",to being "one of the hottest bass players in Oakland County Michigan,I played and toured for years,and,"this is hard for some people to believe",but,"I've literally turned down 2 record deals",and I "turned down a major touring gig",With "A VERY HOT BAND FROM TENNESSEE","Dixie Highway","BECAUSE OF MY BELIEF IN GOD".My "career as a musician",is "long and drawn out",I just wanted to say,that "I am a pretty good writer",I made recordings that have never been released,even some "christian rock tunes",and "hopefully they will be available on C.D. next year",and,to be "quick",I want "you" to be able to have one.I was "EXTREMELY MOVED",by that "ballad" you did,called,"YOU CANNOT LOSE".I have "played it for women with kids",and,"some of them cry when they hear it"."Thank you",very much,Mrs. Groves,for "such a very meaningful song"."IF ONLY" you knew "what "I've been through in this life so far"."Send me an e-mail","IF" you ever get the time.I'd like you and your husband to have one of my c.d.'s,"hopefully",in the "not to distant future".Signed,"The Mysterious Motor City Phantom",bass player,writer,vocalist,with "The Motor City Mystery Gang",and,"A BIG FAN OF SARA GROVES".

LeeAnn August 03, 2010 • 02:33 PM

P.S. I hope you come to Oregon soon...

LeeAnn August 03, 2010 • 02:22 PM

The Word and Hello Lord appeared in my Pandora stream one day not too long ago. They were just what I needed to hear in that moment. Thank you for sharing your gifts. #;-)

Jason August 03, 2010 • 01:56 PM

Sara - My wife Catherine and I, and our children, owe you more than I can express in words. This has been a year of great trial for us. Your songs - "When It Was Over", "Loving a Person", and ALL of your music - spoke to us in a way that WOKE US UP and brought us back to God's plan for our marriage and our family. And when there was no hope, you were there, singing: "Love and pride can't occupy the same spaces, baby - only one makes you free." I thank God for you, and I thank YOU for your sharing and your sacrifice. Your ministry helped to save my family and my life.

Rene August 02, 2010 • 04:52 PM

Thanks for love is still a worthy cause, it encouraged me to give to others.

Susan Weiss August 01, 2010 • 08:11 PM

Sara Saw you at Ocean Grove Auditorium last night with Amy Grant! Awesome! The Jersey Shore is a great place to live!! As you know being a Jersey Girl!! You have an extraordinary and unique gift!! Your voice and words truely were inspiring!! In todays world of big hype, you and Amy Grant offered us all the human perspective ....what it truely means to be a great, true and honest person. You both care about people! Thank you so much for sharing yourself and you beautiful family with us all. Please come back to New Jersey often! Thank you ! Susan Weiss and Family

Hannah August 01, 2010 • 06:55 PM

I've been a fan of yours for quite a while now - it all started when my mom got your first cd and played it in the car on the way to school. Now I'm 23 and still a huge fan of your honesty and the gift that God has given you. I have a question - I am going to be playing one of your songs for my friends wedding. I hope to do it justice. Unfortunately the music has yet to be released so I can't buy it. Is there anywhere or any way I could get sheet music or chords to "Twice as Good"? I would be happy to pay for them if possible. Thank you and I hope you continue to make music. It certainly is a blessing to me.

ron August 01, 2010 • 12:16 PM

Excellent concert last night (July 31 2010 in NJ). thanks for posing with me before the show. also, Melody's CD is really good. i'm glad i swung by the outside display. looking forward to having you come up to our area (Mass) some day. thanks... Ron

J.J. Sabo August 01, 2010 • 08:26 AM

Wonderful, uplifting concert at the Great Auditorium last night! Thank you for sharing your gift! Joe

Chris C July 28, 2010 • 08:38 PM

Thanks so much for your music. I've been listening since Conversations, and have been so affected by your lyrics and the spirit of your vocals and arrangements. I'm so grateful for the way you are able to weave sadness, struggle, joy, and hope in lyrics that feel like thoughts and feelings I've had inside for so long. As a school counselor working with at-risk children, I am so thankful for your song, Maybe there's a loving God. So often we come to our life's work from hurts we are healing in our own past, and your music and words have given me mirror to see my own journey more clearly. Your new album is wonderful and if mp3's wore out like tapes, I'd be on my 3rd or 4th by now. Anyhow, thank you for what you're doing, and I pray for God's blessing on your family as you continue. When so much in American Christian circles is dominated by dogma and strident declarations, your sincere and often soft voice is so appreciated by so many of us who sometimes feel unable to relate to those divisive messages that are often the loudest. Great site too. Blessings, Chris

Steve Hixon July 28, 2010 • 02:09 PM

Sara - Thanks so much for coming to Crossroads this last Sunday night! Wish I could've spent more time with you, but everyone loved your music, your message and just talking with you. Keep going... take care, Steve Hixon Crossroads pastor

Kerry Kerr McAvoy July 28, 2010 • 08:00 AM

Dear Sara: I am a clinical psychologist who has been counseling individuals, couples, and families for the past 20 years in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area. I have recently published two six-week long Bible studies, Jesus, The Ultimate Therapist: Bringing Hope and Healing and Jesus, The Ultimate Therapist: Healing Without Limits. Each study can be used as part of a small group or personal study. Both books explore six different interpersonal roles with Christ. They use nontraditional questions to help the reader examine his or her current walk with Jesus. Each chapter also includes daily Bible readings, a meditation exercise, and a musical playlist to be used during worship time. Your work was included in the musical playlists. I included the titles of the following songs since they fitting the mood and topic of each chapter. The reader is urged to consider using your music as part of their worship time. The following songs titles are suggested: Book 1 Bringing Hope and Healing: Chapter 2 “Word of God” “Conversation” Book 2 Healing Without Limits: Chapter 4 “Our Friend” “Hello, Lord” Chapter 6 “Our Bridegroom” “Jesus, You’re Beautiful” I have been blessed by your work and hope that my recommendation of your songs will touch others. I would like to send you a complimentary copy of the first study. If you are interested in receiving a free copy of the book, please contact me at bkmcavoy@gmail.com with a mailing address. To learn more about me or the books, please visit my website, Living Life 2 the Fullest found at www.livinglife2thefullest.com. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Kerry Kerr McAvoy, PhD Licensed Psychologist

Lisa B July 27, 2010 • 10:19 PM

Sara, I truly enjoy your music. I love how deep and open you are in your songwriting. You capture life situations, emotions, and Biblical truths in a very beautiful and accessible way. Even after listening to some of your songs several times, I'll catch something that I didn't notice or think about before. About a year and a half ago, I was working late nights alone in a dark room. I had a couple of your albums playing on my computer, and I realized how much I loved your music. I never really had a favorite music artist before listening to your songs. I was really excited to come to your concert in Double Oak. Thank you for sharing your heart and your talent.

Melissa M. July 26, 2010 • 09:25 PM

Sara, I heard you live last night for the first time at your show in Dallas (Highland Village). I have always liked your music, but now I LOVE it. The songs have such a deeper meaning now that I've "met" you and know some of the stories behind them. I especially loved hearing about your work with IJM and your relationship with your husband. Thank you for sharing your life and your music.

Karen Townsley July 26, 2010 • 04:49 PM

Sara, can you please tell me how "Setting up the Pins" song came to be. I love it! And it really does remind me of my 93-year-old grandmother and her life. But I'd love to know your inspiration behind it. Thanks so much! Karen

Molly Brouse July 26, 2010 • 09:52 AM

Your songs are such an inspiration to me. I wake up to" All right here " every morning. I was inspired by a hymn in church Sunday morning "All is well with my soul" When I came home and listened to satalite radio I was sure I heard that same hymn and thought I saw your name on the listing. I have looked everywhere and can't seem to find it. Was it a dream? I would LOVE to find that recording. Can someone help me locate it. It speaks to me in such a way that I cannot give up the search. I don't feel that it was an accident that I turned on the radio to you. I sing with you every day. Thank you

Jennifer Elling July 24, 2010 • 04:47 PM

Hey, Sara! I'm a newer fan and ever so grateful for friends who got married recently and played your music at their wedding. . .Different Kinds of Happy. . .spoke to me so much (I've been married 18 years!!!). Thank you for your honest lyrics, faithfulness, and amazing sound. My husband & I have 4 kids. . .2 adopted from Haiti in 2008. I'm always looking ways to raise funds for His Home for Children in Port-au-Prince. . .esp. post earthquake. Would you be interested/willing in doing a benefit concert for them? Amazing Christian ministry you can check out online. We live in Cedarville, OH. . .home of Cedarville University. . .Amazing Christian university. . .So, Amazing musical artist. . .amazing orphanage. . .amazing venue. . .Amazing need to bring God's blessings to Haiti NOW. I know you've got to be so busy. I hope I'm not too bold in asking. . .Just please pray and consider!! Blessings to you and yours!

Kim Burnett July 21, 2010 • 09:03 PM

Sara, your songs seem like they're written after reading my journal. Thank you for your humility, your intense faith, and for continuing to write, sing, and play for God and for us.

John James July 21, 2010 • 08:20 PM

Sara, I have recently heard and loved your song 'When the Saints'. I don't know if you will have time to respond to this (or if someone else could for you) but I am curious about the 'young missionary' and his family in the song. Who is he and what is his story? Also the 'young girl huddled on the brothel floor, and the man of passion come and kicking in the door'. Who are they and what is that story? I understand all the other references, but I would like to know about these, both for my own edification and to add to the enjoyment of the song (which I already love!) Thanks!!

Lindsay July 20, 2010 • 07:23 PM

Sara-I have been so blessed by your music and the life you share with us through your soulful songwriting, the beautiful simplicity of your voice, and the bold actions of your life. Recently, two of your songs (and the music videos that put story and faces with the music) have had an incredible impact on my life-- "I Saw What I Saw" & "Love is Still a Worthy Cause" have challenged me to put love into action in bold ways that have required a new level of faith and trust in God. I'm right in the middle of it all right now- and these songs still speak to me. Your songwriting has a way of capturing all the emotions of life and relationship with God and people- continue on this path--- God is using your gifts in ways that you will never fully grasp. thank you for your faithfulness.

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Lindsay July 19, 2010 • 12:29 AM

Hi Sara, your music is such a blessing. If you're considering an o/s tour anytime soon, please consider coming 'down under' to Australia and New Zealand. Your ministry here would be a blessing to so many.

Rebecca July 18, 2010 • 06:45 PM

Five years ago I was fighting with depression and a dear friend gave me a burned disc (sorry!) that had your name written on it in marker. She had seen my unending tears. She handed it to me and said, "Just listen to this." Your music, your words helped me to open my heart to let the hurt out. "Less Like Scars" became my tapemeasure. I live in North Texas and am going to come hear you in Double Oak. God hears and provides. And heals. Thank you for listening to Him.

Kathy Larson July 18, 2010 • 01:36 PM

Sara, I am a highschool friend of Sherie and Mark Mc CLungs's. My husband and I moved away from Minneapolis 5 years ago and find ourselves homesick often- then we sit down and listen to your CD's. Today while I had a moment w/out kids I listened to your song "Painting PIctures of Egypt" about 5 times and cried and prayed. Thank you!! God speaks to my heart through your songs and it means the world to me, my family and my Savior. Blessings! If you see Sherie say "hi".

Larry July 17, 2010 • 06:10 PM

Love Your Voice And Message Your Uplifting Thank You

Sarah Groves July 17, 2010 • 02:48 PM

Can I have more information on the work you do in africa? I want to know about your trips and if you ever take people who want to serve. Thanks.

Charlotte Gentry July 16, 2010 • 09:37 AM

Oh, I wish I'd known you lived in Minnesota. My son was going to go to St. Olaf, and he decided to go to Tennessee Tech instead (where we now live, although I graduated from high school in Duluth in '76!) He might have had a chance to see you there. So come back to Nashville, or anywhere close, soon! (We live in Cookeville) Thanks for all your songs on "All Right Here", Charlotte

Sharon July 14, 2010 • 12:55 PM

Hi Sara, we missed you at Mt. Hermon last week, because my son fell on the jungle gym across from the field, so we were in the ER! I heard you were great, bless you and maybe next year? ps, he's doing just fine!

Randy Schnell July 14, 2010 • 11:10 AM

Sara: Yours is the only Christian music I listen to. It takes me where I want to be.

Cody Norris July 14, 2010 • 10:28 AM

Thank you so much for your ministry! Your music has taught me, blessed me, and drawn me closer to the Lord. Would it be ok if we use "Fly" in a wedding video we're making for a friend? Thank you so much! Cody

Amanda July 11, 2010 • 12:15 PM

I was wondering if there was any way to get an accompaniment for the song "This Journey is My Own". I searched online and couldn't find many soundtracks for any of her songs. I sing in church, and Sara is my favorite artist.

Sylvia Anderson July 11, 2010 • 05:15 AM

I heard "It is Well" on the radio this past week and would love to have the sheet music or an accompaniment trak. How can I get this? Thanks so much.

Munyaradzi Wesley Sarutsodzo July 10, 2010 • 12:28 AM

I've listened to your song 'Something Changed' and it's so touching. You truly have a unique talent. The only problem that i have is finding your albums in Zimbabwe. I want to listen to more songs by you.

Erin July 08, 2010 • 02:28 PM

Sara, I just love your new albulm. Every song. My favorites right now are "Twice as Good" & "Setting Up the Pins". Please don't ever stop writing and singing .... it's such a blessing to us and most of all to God.

maynard July 07, 2010 • 04:36 AM

I just discovered your music. A friend got married the other day (in fact, I'm told that she opened up for you once at a Virginia Concert). She sang "Fly" to her husband and I thought it was amazing... I went to itunes and started buying songs this weekend.... The lyrics are incredible... I don't listen to much christian/gospel, but I really appreciate your work. Thank you.

Aubrey July 05, 2010 • 09:14 PM

Hi. I just wanted to let you know that the Lord has blessed me by putting your music in my life. I am going to school for missions and i saw what i saw was a staple that really helped me accept the call. Now I am starting a ministry called Inspire India with Project Rescue where we sell art work and the prophets are going twoards Home for hope. My heart is really going out the girls of India and I know your heart has been broken for them as well. And now when the saints go marching in has been a staple and I just love your work and the way jesus uses you to speak to me and others. Thanks for following the call. with love.

SaffyJane July 04, 2010 • 07:55 PM

Sara, I have a question??? Random but whenever (which is often0 i listen to the osng, "Maybe there is a loving God", Are u talking about you, someone else, about how you feel or what. What motivated that song?? Oh and what does it mean by the charted graphs and things at the counselor and your mum crying... Your song smotivate me. Keep it up.. Saffy x x x :-)

Mary July 04, 2010 • 03:57 PM

Hello Sara, My name is Mary. I love your music and have been so blessed by your obvious love for God and your sweet humble spirit. So many times I have listened to a song of yours over and over as I sit in the presence of Jesus as it just seems to resonate with what God is doing in my heart at tht moment. I have a question...I write poetry, and it has always been my dream to have my poems put to music. I wondered if this is something you would consider letting me submit to you? I hope you don't mind me asking. If you have time to respond my e-mail is mlgmary@yahoo.com. God Bless you Sister! Mary

Joelle Kekhoua, MA, LPC July 03, 2010 • 07:05 PM

Sara, I have never written to a musician before but I felt compelled to let you know about my amazing spiritual experiences with your music, which have also never happened to me before. My business partner, Linda, & I are are psychologists that are answering God's call to work towards finding an biomedical solution to treating children suffering with autism, adhd, allergies, and other epidemic ailments. We frequently get discouraged and overwhelmed because in addition to this mission, we own a integrative wellness center (www.MentalFitnessCenter.org) and we each have 3 high maintenance children with these types of ailments. I just really wanted to thank you for what you do because I KNOW God gives you the words that are meant for so many of us listeners. Your album Tell Me What You Know has carried us through our darkest moments. We believe God speaks to us through your music. Usually when we hit shuffle, the first song is an answer to our most recent prayerful question/request. (i.e. after prayer of "why is it so hard to make the progress we are working so hard towards, God?!" then first song is Long Defeat and I feel like God is giving me a hug and saying, "Joelle, you can't just fight when you think you'll win...that's the end of all BELIEF", then my heart grows warm & my faith is renewed. Other times, your music allows me the cathartic avenue to express my heavy burden of the suffering of these children & their parents. While listening to Freedom, I cried my heart out & prayed on mother's day for all the mothers who weren't able to hear their autistic children speak, "I love you , Mommy". Thank, you, Sarah, for answering God's call to use your voice for His will ... and for giving God a human voice to speak to us in a way we can understand. :) Joelle Kekhoua

Denise Catherwood July 03, 2010 • 06:58 PM

Dear Sara, I have desired to sit with you over a cup of coffee friend to friend. I want to hear from you what was going on in your life when you wrote these songs. I can not keep my copy of Add the Beauty because I keep giving my copy to others. I have the words in front of me, but again the CD is missing...smile. I'm sitting at my computer just dripping with tears with my 4 kids in the room, not even aware. My heart is full of thanksgiving for the songs that God has given you to share with the world. They gave me the strength to hold on when my hope was gone and my heart was so full of pain. I felt that you were somehow going through the same thing. I guess I'll find out when we sit down for that cup of coffee. Smile.I have sung so many times It's Gonna Be Alright and Love Covers a Multiple of Sins. I love the entire CD. I'd love to hear your story behind To The Moon. I have a couple of ides... Thank you Sara for sharing your heart with me and so many others. A sister in the Lord, Denise Catherwood P.S.This is the first blog I've ever written to.

bethany huss July 02, 2010 • 07:34 PM

Dear sara, As a mom of 2 kiddos and 1 on the way- know that i do not expect a reply from you- i as well hardly ever am on email. But today, i really felt i needed to thank you for heeding the spirit and the words of the Lord in the songs you have written. My husband and i have always loved your music because it speaks directly to us. In the past 48 hrs i have felt such pursuit from satan and it really just came out of nowhere. seriously, just the other day i had come to realize that a lot of struggles i had gone thru and strongholds i had allowed in my life had really disappeared in the past year. until the other night. and one little thing happened and set me off to allow more and more deception and doubt seep into my little mind- had i made any improvement? I felt i was back where i had started! i'm overwhelmed by the strength of tension between the devil's powers. and for a while i felt no hope. as if the devil had come in and proclaimed "See, you never have overcome those old struggles, i know right where to get you!" So the verse that has stayed in my brain is Eph. 6:10-12. This is a huge spiritual battle! And then this morning as i was driving my kids to pick blueberries, i had my worship time listening to your cd past the wishing again. I'm not really a cryer :) But being pregnant the hormones truly let me know they exist and I was really welling up with tears of hope in my Lord and in HIS mighty power who has already overcome! I was encouraged by the songs Stir my heart and Rain. I accept the trials with joy and ask that thru them the Lord alone will stir my heart to remember his promises and sustain me and then later to truly have brought forth fruit in my life thru my struggles. Thank you for using your gift of words and Truth! They have truly ministered to me today! Bethany Huss Columbia, SC

Prayer/Life July 01, 2010 • 10:27 AM

Sara, thank you for the awesome gift you share with the world. I NEVER get to see you live. The one time we broke our necks to get to Riverside for midweek concert, you were ill. Should I drive 6.5 hours each way to hear you at Mr. Hermon, CA this Saturday????

Janet June 29, 2010 • 09:35 PM

I was introduced to you (your song) for the 1st time tonight at a Bible study we are doing at my Church. I heard your song "Generations" wow!!! was all I could say. Thank you for being obedient for allowing God to work through you to take HIS gospel through the music to the world. Continue to do His work and God bless. I went and purchased 4 cds tonight. I really love how you take His word and put it to music. Thank you.

Michael Blevins June 29, 2010 • 08:20 AM

Your album is beyond amazing. Brought memories from the long past that made me cry.

Skye June 28, 2010 • 10:39 PM

I just want to thank you for your music. Every time I have it playing, it touches my heart and my soul. I feel uplifted and refreshed. I can't say this about any other artists in my collection. Thank you.

Anna June 28, 2010 • 10:54 AM

Dear Sara, I have been listening to your music for the past 10 years. I am now 25 years old and have felt very impressed to write and tell you how much your ministry has meant to me. When I first started listening at the age of 15, I was inspired by you to keep up my piano practicing and pursue my heart for music. Throughout the past 10 years, I have purchased several of your songbooks and most of your cds. I love them dearly! What I appreciate about your music the most is that it points me back to the Word of God, His truths, and His heart. I think that you have such an amazing gift. Having friends in the music industry, I just want to encourage you...you are making a difference! I know that in my own life, I have turned your music on during times of heartache, joy, and contemplation. (And lots more!) I know that the only true greatness in a person's life can come from the greatness of God being displayed through us, and God has done great things in my life through the ministry of your music/lyrics. I think about a rocky time in my marriage, and then you came out with "When it was over". I think about "Add to the beauty", and how it spurs me on towards the effort of contributing towards Jesus' beauty. Your music consistently brings me back to my childhood and when a relationship with Jesus was simple, like a warm, sunny day. I love the hymn, "In the Garden", because it depicts that simple relationship so beautifully. I know I probably sound like an overdramatic fan, but I just wanted to TRY to convey how much you and Christ in you have made an impact on my life. THANK YOU! Lastly, this past winter I met you at your Christmas concert, and you encouraged me to write music. I am happy to report--I've started writing since then! "Christ in you, the HOPE of Glory."

Alix June 26, 2010 • 07:59 PM

Would you please post the lyrics/text of the Christmas reading by Toby Groves in the song "It's true"?

Debbie Porter June 25, 2010 • 12:29 PM

Hi Sara, I have been looking on ITunes for your duet "Traveling Light" with Joel Hanson. Where can I buy that song? Can't seem to get it out of my head. Don't really want to. Would like to buy it so I can listen to it over and over again! Debbie

Susan June 24, 2010 • 07:10 PM

Can you please write a book on marriage? K, thanks. =)

Paul Louis June 24, 2010 • 01:27 PM

Hello Sara, My wife forwarded me a song you wrote (on "you tube") about your visit to Rwanda. She is doing her dissertation on how womens' groups are leading the way in the peace and reconciliation process. She has inspired me to look at how we (my wife and I) can make a difference in Rwanda. Last year I went to Rwanda to help with the training of facilitators in the peacework, I am going to return to Rwanda to continue my work with peace education and peace leadership this year. Your song and the images that accompany the song are familiar to me. Rwanda is beautiful. Thanks you for writing it. In Peace Paul

Val Christner June 23, 2010 • 09:09 PM

Sara...thank you for always being transparent in your writing and in how you share what you've written..The Lord uses you to give courage to others...I agree with Charlie..enjoy the gift of writing our Jesus has given..He IS DOING IT (I Thess. 5:24!!!) and you and so many others reap the rewards!! Blessings from Wisconsin!!

Adam B June 21, 2010 • 10:14 PM

Best artist in the world! Good job - please keep it up!!

ForeverYoung June 21, 2010 • 07:14 AM

"Fireflies & Songs" just gave me hope again...hope was waning greatly. Thank you for sharing your gift with the WORLD!!

Alain June 17, 2010 • 07:02 PM

Thank you for sharing your God given talent, you've touched my heart thru the internet I'll try to p/u your album ASAP God bless Alain

Laura Wise June 15, 2010 • 09:54 PM

sara, thank you for sharing your precious gifts with His kingdom. your music has spoken to me in ways i cannot even express. your talents are greatly appreciated and loved. your sweet voice rocks me to sleep and brings rays of sunshine each day. thanks for the many things you're doing for His glory.

Danae June 14, 2010 • 01:39 PM

Your songs changed how I view God and the world. 'Why It Matters' is helping me to realize that I am beautiful and that God really does love me for me. I am His cup of water.

ANGE June 14, 2010 • 01:38 AM

hi!i am rwandese people my county is Rwanda and i need your help because i am orphans i need someone who can help me in my problems. thank you for your good response

Steve Francis June 13, 2010 • 07:15 PM

I just wanted to say thank you your music has made such a positive impact on this 39 year old. So raw and real saying the things I feel and believe in every song you write. May not meet you on this side but on the other. Thanks for a ministry that goes the extra mile every day.

Kayla June 12, 2010 • 06:40 PM

Sara! It's really wonderful that your music makes me have to reassure myself that I don't actually know you. Your lyrics make me wish I did! I picked out "He's Always Been Faithful to Me" to listen to on my 1 hour car ride to the hospital while in labor..so you are forever etched in my memory. Thank you for tenderness towards the Lord and letting parts of you be known to (so many!) people you don't even know. Your music really has a quality of coming along side your listeners and it is much appreciated.

Ian White (Scotland) June 12, 2010 • 11:20 AM

Hi Sara, I am thrilled to read and hear of your involvement in Rwanda. I visited there a couple of years ago as I was involved in a project in the Bugassera region. `I saw what I saw and I can`t forget it`. I am currently raising money to buy cattle for widows in that same region and want to make up a powerpoint presentation to use. I would like to use your song `I saw what I saw` as the background music and was hoping you might give me permission to do that. It would not be a case of selling the powerpoint but to use it to raise awareness of the cattle project. Any money raised is channelled through the charity Comfort Rwanda, www.comfortrwanda.org.uk and 100% of the money raised goes directly to buy cattle. Thanks for reading this. Blessings, Ian

Sara June 11, 2010 • 09:08 PM

Hi Sara, I was just introduced to your music recently and I have been so blessed by it. I was almost in tears right now listening to "Love." I think I am smarter than God sometimes; that I know best. Then He shows me that I am only on the tip of the edge of the emensity of who He is. His love is something that I am just recently knowing more of. I can't even begin to describe the heart-ache, longing, pain, & hope that I am feeling as i'm realizing more and more His love for me. I am full of wonder.

Debbie Nugara June 11, 2010 • 07:00 AM

Dear Sara, I attended one of your concerts in December. It was lovely and beautiful! From that concert you should know that a friend who came with me was inspired to "do more." Not only did she sponsor a child that day, but through many circumstances arranged by our awesome heavenly Father, she is now going to Africa herself! We joke that it's "all Sara Groves fault", but she is so excited to be spending an entire month this summer helping girls at a boarding school in Kenya. (The girls all have parents who have died from AIDS.) Isn't that just amazing? More than that, it's been encouraging to see what has happened in my friend's heart as she (Jackie) is coming to know God in a more intimate way. If there are any words of encouragement that you have for her, please pass them along to me and I will forward them to her. Afterall, YOU started it (ha ha!) Debbie N Pittsburgh, PA

Aaron Grissom June 10, 2010 • 08:39 PM

Hay yall, I love your music, especially the song when the saints go marching in,( such a great song ) but I had a question about the song. I've heard the phrase "I see the long hard shadows of Calcutta nights" before and its caught my attention again in this song. I tried to Google it to find out its meaning with no luck. if someone can help me with it I would be vary great full. P.S. Thanks for letting GOD use you in such an awesome way. the music you and GOD has made together really is great.

Fred Dohner June 10, 2010 • 12:10 PM

Dear Sara, Love "Conversations". Just got "F&S". Wow... Need to go back and get the others. You are special. God bless, Fred

Joseph June 09, 2010 • 06:26 AM

Praise King Jesus. Kudos Sara, great music, great lyrics, your voice is my favourite and I've been blessed through your music.

joan nelson June 08, 2010 • 05:46 AM

This is Joan Hartzler. I am currently a missionary in Madagascar (with the A/G). I have followed your career from a distance and am a huge fan of your songs. The depth and honesty with which you write has touched me profoundly. I am trying to contact you personally because I have an idea I would like to share with you or bounce off of you. It is not a request for missions, money, etc... I hope to hear from you. Joan

Rick Meland June 06, 2010 • 10:48 PM

Hello, Sara. Thank you for you lovely ministry. There is so much beauty, purity, and love in your music. I gave my wife your All Right Here CD; I wanted her to have "Fly." I'm a high school teacher (as you once were) and was listening to you on Pandora Radio while grading papers. I looked at your lyrics in a song (can't remember the title) where you speak of how real the Blood of Jesus is (more than a hymn, more than tradition). I know what I think you meant--Jesus is the reason for it all; the hymns and songs can only point to Him. What caught me was the line --"It's not a sign or a sacrament." I wish I could talk to you about this; I'm a Catholic, and I wish you could know how real the Body and Blood of Jesus in the Eucharist is! I don't want to be polemical, especially not here where you have graciously reached out to your fans with this guestbook. It's just that the sacrament of the Eucharist IS His Flesh and Blood; it actually is what it signifies. You can have Jesus in your heart and soul AND live a true one-flesh union with Him! Thanks for taking the time to read this. I pray that God continue to bless your ministry. We live in a world that desparately needs the hope that only comes with Jesus. Sincerely yours, Rick

Diana Jackson June 05, 2010 • 09:26 PM

Hi Sara, I hope your father who reads every day will relay my message. A friend gave me your cd to listen to and I was blessed more than I have been blessed in a long time by your music. It just lifted my soul. Every song spoke right to me as if you were singing just to me. Your voice is one of the most beautiful I have heard. Your music just touches the heart of God I know. Thank you for your music. I'm going to download all of your music. I lost my 43 year old sister last year to cancer and "Going Home" makes me cry - some days I can't wait to meet her in the air. "He's Always Been Faithful" reminded me of God's love and all the blessings He bestows every minute of every day. The "Tent in the Center of Town" - I grew up as a child going to tent revivals. Just brought back so many beautiful memories. I listen to your music constantly. Thank you so much for keeping on keeping on - May God richly bless you and your family - just as you have blessed me. Love in Christ - Diana

Amy Thomas June 03, 2010 • 07:26 PM

Sara, I met you for a spell at First Assembly of God this winter in Des Moines. I'm a friend of Tamara's. (Our kiddos played together while I painted...) Anyway, I bought your Station Wagon CD having no idea what I was in store for. I feel your heart as a mom and when I listen in my studio, I am so charged up to go out there again...to paint and more importantly to do my best to be these three precious children's mom. Your lyrics and the way you sing are so tender and it reminds me how holy this calling of motherhood is. Thank you for sharing gift from the Lord - I am better for having met you. Amy Thomas www.amywoodthomas.com

Barb June 03, 2010 • 02:22 PM

I love the song " It is Well". Where can I get a copy.?

Shari June 02, 2010 • 08:05 AM

Hi Sara, I know you may not be able to answer my question... no problem, just thought I'd try. I just purchased your new album and as a Christ follower, wife, mom and friend I can relate to every song:) I was wondering... can you tell me who you are talking about in the first song "Fireflies & Songs"? I love my Mom so much but our relationship is not easy - so many "piled on expectations and lots of blame". I'm praying for God's grace to humble me and heal our relationship...

John King May 28, 2010 • 11:25 AM

Sara and Troy, It was great meeting you and sitting with you at the IJM benefit the other night. Thank you for your work with them and for how your music is changing lives. Troy, great chat man. Best of luck for all that lies ahead. John King

Lenie May 28, 2010 • 12:03 AM

Try to write my best english (I'm dutch); I'll tell you how much your songs means to me. My husband and I are in a period that we have therapy together; this means: to look to the deeper things in our relation/ why we do what we do, say what we say/ what lays behind. Some times I feel tired, sometimes there is hope. I'm sure it is a good and necessary proces, but it is hard. In this time I listened to your song 'loving a person', it was on a collect-cd with other songs. This song came right into my heart.. It was the beginning of listening to your other songs. And I thank God for that. Really! I derive comfort from them. Some songs speak exactly from that what I feel. And what I need. For example: The Long Defeat; Something Changed; Different Kinds of Happy; It's going to Be Alright; When it was Over; and when I listen to 'Like a Lake" the tears are coming, just because I feel that this is what happens inside/ what I'm fihgting for. Thank you for this very special songs/ voice/ emotion/ being pure. It means more to me than I can explain in such a short e-mail. If you ever come to Nederland,for a concert I'll be there! God bless you and give you His peace, with love, Lenie

Lindsey May 26, 2010 • 10:22 AM

Hey! My aunt just sent me your CD for my graduation. I love it! The songs are so pure and you can feel the emotion of each song. I'm a rookie songwriter and your style is awesome. I'm enjoying "Fireflies and Songs". Awesome album!

Laura Wise May 25, 2010 • 10:47 AM

I am highly interested in getting a hold of sheet music for either or both for "Hiding Place" and "It Is Well with My Soul." I know that you do not sell or distribute music for either song, but would be so grateful if you could possibly send me some kind of sheet music for both. Keep singing, Laura

Melody May 25, 2010 • 09:38 AM

*Wishlist/Suggestion/Request* Thinking back on the concert you performed here in Greensboro,NC and wish to hear the version of Add to the Beauty that you did and all the other songs. You are so beautiful in concert and think that that concert on an album would be incredible. Love, love, love you live. The videos were excellent. Romelle leaned over all chokey in the middle of setting up the pins and said, "we are in her house! :*} Thank you again for coming and opening out eyes to The Good Shepherds Fold. ~M

Janet G Berry May 23, 2010 • 06:13 AM

I tried communicating via your blog, but hope this works better. I want to get your CD which has the song with lyrics like, "What if it's true, what if there's more...." I've looked for it but none of the song titles seem to fit. Can you help? LOVE your music, by the way, and I'm a 61-year-old grandmother!

Doug McFarland May 22, 2010 • 09:11 PM

I went to the Songwriters Workshop at Mr. Hermon last August. Your style is what blessed me. As a songwriter I now feel totally free to write as the Spirit of God moves me. I've never played piano until I wrote a song tonight called "I See the Christ in You." It's in a "Groves style" if I may compliment you again. I wish you could hear it. Thanks so much, Sara.

Lisa Taylor May 22, 2010 • 03:09 PM

Sure wished I could find the karaoke version of "How is it between us?" so I could sing it at church!! I love this song!!!

Sarah May 21, 2010 • 06:39 AM

Dear Sara, I am a big fan with a dilemma that only you can help resolve! I need something that only you can give: your autograph. My friend Lisa who is also my pastor's wife was kind enough to let me borrow her cd Tell Me What You Know. She handed it to me with the warning, "DON'T lose this, it's signed!" You signed it for her when she saw you in concert in the Chicago area. I'll spare you the tedious details, but am very embarrassed to report that I managed to accidentally throw it out with the garbage, along with a jump-drive that belonged to her husband! I am positively sick about it. She was very gracious when I apologized, however I know it hurt her and I need to do something here. I purchased another cd with the intention of mailing you the liner with a letter of explanation, in hope that you would be kind enough to autograph it; after much searching, I cannot find a mailing address. You are a busy woman with many fans! I pray that this will reach you and not add a burden to your day! Humbled Yet Hopeful, Sarah

Annie May 20, 2010 • 09:12 AM

Sara, I don't know the story behind wide open like a lake, but I wanted to tell you thanks for what it means to me. My daughter, who is 10, has a condition called Turner's syndrome and just recently she has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Each time we get a new diagnosis or new condition, it feels like a punch to my gut. With the latest diagnosis, I wanted to crawl into bed and cry for days, but of course, no time and my daughter and family need their mom. I cracked open your latest and soaked in Open like a lake....When I get discouraged because she has a hard day, or she questions, "Why me?" I am able to offer her what I believe the Lord has for her to hear...I am able to stay open to Him in these hard times because your song runs thru my mind over and over. So, God bless you, your family, your music and your ministry. Your music means a lot to me! Annie Perry

Gary VanRiper May 18, 2010 • 07:04 PM

Hello Sara and Troy, Been with you since Past the Wishing. Finally heard you 'live' in Canandaigua, NY last Sept. 11. was awesome. Question: How can I get permission to use I Saw What I Saw as background for slide show of shots my wife and I recently took in Zambia? We are volunteer correspondents for Global Partners, and use our photography to bring awareness to needs of people in Africa. I am also full time pastor for a small rural church in Upstate, NY. May God continue to bless you and your (growing!) family and work. In Christ, Gary VanRiper Pastor, Camden Wesleyan Church

Brett and Sophia (alias Underdog!!!) May 17, 2010 • 12:44 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your music!!! You are my favorite artist. :-) I have multiple sclerosis and uses a wheelchair, and I just wanted to tell you....Your music has inspired me possibly to begin writing a play. You can read some samples scenes on my website. It's a crazy website, but it is me!!! :-) brokenartgallery.com I became an artist, but I was a scientist before MS rearranged my life. I teach an art therapy class at Good Shepherd. Anyway, if you ever want to make a rock opera with your music, drop me an e-mail!!! ;-) I love Audrey Hepburn and there is no greater compliment that I can give to a woman than that she reminds me of Audrey, and you do. God bless. Keep up the good work!!! I love your song Rewrite this Tragedy... That's what I'm trying to do... Keep me in your prayers!!! Thank you Sara... I live in Allentown Pennsylvania.

Tom S. May 16, 2010 • 03:39 AM

(This was (2)) I recently noted both on the Concerts link and at Twitter (which I very rarely look at—just too busy) that you and Troy are going to be in Boston sometime in June for an event, “Christians & their impact on culture.” There are “Christian” buzzwords and catch phrases these days, such as “contextualization” and “engaging the culture,” of which I would wholeheartedly caution you and Troy to be very wary of—before this Boston thing. The Bible IS “relevant” —for any culture, any people, any time period. It doesn’t at all need our utterly superfluous, woeful, ill-advised HELP to MAKE it so. Yes indeed, the Gospel of Christ must be presented/preached with all love and compassion to the lost, hellbound masses, but with all due, BIBLICAL boldness, not in fretting about offending an ungodly society and so softening its marvelous poignancy and directness. I have done “street” and campus ministry/preaching for well over 20 years now, and while that alone doesn’t at all make what I say RIGHT, I am decisively and thoroughly convinced the Bible itself emphatically says as much—including how Paul dealt with the philosophical elite of his day on Mars Hill in Acts 17, most who ended up scoffing and walking away, unchanged, w/ only a small handful, apparently, having had ears to hear. Thus, sadly, shall it ever be in the world of sinful men and women (wondrous, infrequent outpourings of the Holy Spirit in TRUE revival the lone exception).

Tom Sadowski May 16, 2010 • 03:09 AM

(This exceeded the character limit for a single entry, so I’m splitting it into two, as the second posting here—or sometime tomorrow, if it won’t allow me to post two back-to-back—I believe to be most important of all.) In 2008 I “signed” your guestbook no less than FOUR times, Sara, but it’s been a year and a half since I last did so . . . so . . . Like most everyone else making entries here, I don’t know of course whether or not you ever actually get to read these (due to much travel and busyness in general, presumably), espec. the longer entries like mine, or if just your dad still reads, and he passes on the gist of them to you, or whatever. Nonetheless, here goes. Three main things on my mind to say to you: (1) To this day, I still virtually NEVER get tired of listening to pretty much all your CDs, mostly in the car while traveling or when doing the remodeling work I do these days (w/ my two sons and a son-in-law), w/ nail guns popping and saws buzzing and so forth. Sometimes I actually will stop and hit the iPod pause button for one of your songs when the air compressor kicks in; I cannot say that for very many other artists at all that I listen to! (Conversations and All Right Here are still my most overall favorites, gotta admit, w/ the others all not far behind.) (2) -- to follow -- (3) Much delighted to see you’re gonna be in concert here in TX again in July, and even closer to Denton (where I live) than the last two visits (in 2008). God’s providence is wonderful—had it been June instead, or later on this month, I’ll be out of town/state (MO/IL, NYC, and MI, in order, for work, street ministry, and a wedding, respectively). The Lord God willing, I will surely be back here in TX for it on July 25, along w/, no doubt, some, most, or maybe all of my family (my wife, six kids, two sons-in-law, and first grandchild, still on the way by then).

Christopher Long May 15, 2010 • 05:36 PM

I'm an author, music critic and entertainment personality on Florida's East Coast. I recently heard an amazing song on my car radio. I began jotting down the lyrics as I steered with my knees down the highway. Unfortunately the title and artist were not mentioned. I immediately began calling my "church" friends about it and soon the mystery was solved. The song was "The Word" by Sara Groves. (Amazon to the rescue!) I was unfamilar with Sara but I quickly ordered the "Conversations" CD. I received it in the mail today. Simply put, this is a brilliant record. The songs are edgy, fresh and heart-felt. The pure and honest lyrics and amazing melodies cut through my speakers and kissed my soul. God bless you and THANK YOU, Sara!

Doug & Sarah Fouser May 13, 2010 • 05:15 AM

Hey Sara, thank you so much for your ministry to us. My wife and I were just listening to one of your new songs and after it ended I was just singing one of the phrases that stuck in my mind, "Life with you is twice as hard and half as good" and then my wife said, "you bogger". Oops, we know that wasn't subconscious but it sure gave us a great laugh. Blessings to you and your husband in Jesus name, Doug

Janet Berry May 12, 2010 • 10:58 AM

This has been driving me up the wall and I'm having no success in finding your CD that has the song with these lines: "What if it's true? What if there's more? What if He's all your heart's been longing for?" (or something like that). Help! I MUST have this for my pagan son! Love your music. Signed, an older sister in Christ

jenny bright May 12, 2010 • 03:47 AM

I want to say thank you for expressing the longings, the searchings, hand-written on every woman's heart. The first time I heard your music was 2001, afew days before embarking on a mission trip driving to China from England. It took us three months, and your 'conversations' ripped onto a tape became my private anthem as I prayerfully rattled along in a landrover watching the hills and towns of europe, the middle east and asia past by. Now as a wife and mother,a singer/songwriter myself, I am inspired and stirred by the honesty and stripped-down love you lay down in your music. In those times of loneliness as a young mother, your songs have been an understanding friend vocalizing the cries of my heart to my Heavenly Father. I dare to pray my songs can inspire and capture women's hearts as yours have. I look forward to you coming to the UK. God Bless you and your family. Thank you

Waza May 12, 2010 • 01:51 AM

Guitar Chords. I Sara (or dad reading this), could you be so kind as to send us the guitar chords to "You are So Wonderful" to me ASAP? - I would like to learn to sing and play this song, it is wonderful :-)

Warren May 11, 2010 • 07:22 PM

Looking for "You Are Wonderful" sheet music? Also was looking for latest album on iTunes to download, but last album there is 2005? I am in Australia, you need to make these available on iTunes if you want us new generation to order them. Thanks

Jack Groves May 10, 2010 • 12:10 PM

Hi Aunt Sara!!!! I told you i would be here! I can't wait to do my school project on you.

Blake Ring May 06, 2010 • 11:57 AM

Sarah, I am a Pastor of Ninth and O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY. We started an Orphan Care Ministry in January and God has really moved the hearts of our congregation to care for the orphan. We made a video of church members's video footage from their adoptions and we put it to song...ur song. I'm sure that's breaking the law :) We showed it to our congregation and I put it on my personal blog. I posted it on January 24 at joyfullyjourneying.blogspot.com. Thank you for your concern for the orphan. You have been an inspiration to me, my wife and our church. Blessings, Blake Ring

Blayre May 04, 2010 • 10:50 AM

Dear Sara, I wish I had discovered your music long ago, but it has come at the perfect time. Having just been married seven months ago, your "Fireflies and Songs" album makes me laugh, cringe and cry... and I want to thank you for expressing so beautifully out loud what the rest of us can only hold in our hearts. We are eager to get to go through "Station Wagon" someday with you. Keep on keeping on. You are an inspiration to me. Blayre

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Carrie Kirk May 03, 2010 • 07:11 PM

Thank you, Sara and the band, for your continued encouragement in our Christian journey. Your honest and heartfelt lyrics speak my soul language. I don't know how it works out the way it does but your words in the songs you sing mirror exactly how I feel sometimes. I even use some of your lyrics in my Bible studies. Especially the words to some of your songs from Add to the Beauty. You were in Lakeland, Fl. at FBC at the Mall about 3 years ago. I was the girl who helped you out while you were vistiting our church. I enjoyed talking to you and Melody. You both were so down to earth it felt like I had made a new friend. I will keep praying for you and your family. God bless you as you show grace to so many people, just like Jesus did!! Love, Carrie

brenda May 02, 2010 • 05:33 PM

Where can I find the sheet music for Everyday Miracles?

Nicole S. May 01, 2010 • 09:14 AM

Sara, you write the songs my soul wants to sing. Ever since I heard you the first time ("You cannot lose my love" on the radio and I scrambled for a pen and tried not to drive off the road while blinking back tears) you prod me to be more truthful, more risky, more vulnerable, less confident in myself, and more trusting in God with each song you sing. Thanks for poking me in all the wrong (right!) places. =)

Melody Poli April 29, 2010 • 06:37 AM

Hi Sara, We came and saw the Troy and Sara show in Greensboro, NC and it was better than I could have ever imagined. My sister Cheri and Romelle started crying at the first song, me, I had to hold it together because when I go I go :) Seriously, the way you prefaced the first song was amazing. We hear you sister. Cheri and I were celebrating our birthdays together because your concert was right between them and you Greensboro is between our houses. It was perfect. I can not think of a better way of turning 40 than sitting next to my husband and sister, with teen daughters close at hand all singing together as we will in heaven. It was truly heavenly. My husband never listened before (mmhmmm all these 10 years I have been hearing you) He had walls up on women angsting over music r/t his past.(reminds me of looking for music in the music box, yeah I've done that) so anyway he hears you now. Yesterday he gets up and plays Add to the Beauty and says, yeah, I like her now. She doesn't try to act like a perfect Christian, she admits shes had marriage problems. You have been sharing these things all along but I guess it took meeting you. Seeing your humbleness, hearing your passion for the long defeat. I lost it(southern way of saying cried hard) when we sang that last worship song. I shared a major transition with all of you as I have had to put selfish things down in my life to turn more of my attention toward my daughter who was just diagnosed Friday with Autism, she also was born with Down Syndrome so it is a double wammy for here. (You were singing to us during her birth and during her heart surgery) You have always been an encouragement. My little boy also has a lot of developmental delay because of a microdeletion so they just need a lot from me and I think it is important to surround ourselves with friends and music that will support us in thinking and doing the right thing in marriage and childrearing. My sister has a little 5 year old with juvenile diabetes. You are such a light to our lives and our marriages Thank you for such a beautiful night ~Melody

harold kulik April 28, 2010 • 02:00 PM

Sara: My wife and I went to Rwanda in the summer of 2009 as part of a 5 country African visit to see the children that we sponsor. Your song I saw what I saw brings a tear to my eye remembering our journey in Rwanda. Thank you so much and may Jesus Christ continue to use you. harold kulik Strathmore Canada

Nicole April 28, 2010 • 01:07 AM

I just watched your "I saw what I saw" video and I had to write you. My husband and I are missionaries to Senegal West Africa. We transitioned 4 years ago from church ministry to working overseas. Thank you for putting my thoughts into words in such a wonderful and telling way. It is so true- when you see (and in our case live among) the pain- it changes you in a lot of ways. For me seeing mother's milk dry up and babies malnurished, being neighbors with 38 orphan boys who are lucky if they eat once a day, talking to a mom whose husband went to look for work and left her with 3 kids and no way to feed them,visiting rural villages where life is hard and often without much hope- these things and others cut me to the core. They have changed me, they have made me sad, sometimes they have made me mad, they have certainly made me cry, they have also made me appreciate my own 4 kids and their precious hearts, they have made me thankful, they have made me humble, they have made me courageous,they have made me tired, they have given me perspective- the list can go on and on- but I am realizing the most important thing they have changed is my view of love, my view of God. All the more, I am convinced to the core that Jesus is the only hope for me, for them. The message of the hope of Jesus is not just for eternity- it is a wholistic message which transforms lives, villages, outcomes here on earth. Thank you for renewing that passion inside me. God Bless you and your sweet family.

P April 27, 2010 • 08:24 PM

I have so enjoyed Sara's music from her very first album. Even then, with Past the Wishing, the honesty was so refreshing and I enjoyed being able to play some her music at a radio station I worked at. Tonight as I'm listening to Fireflies, tears are rolling down my face as she's singing songs speaking to some of the deep pain I'm struggling with. Keep singing Sara. Keep sharing the songs of life, as we remember it, as we live it, as we hope it will become.

Laurey April 27, 2010 • 08:19 AM

Oops. I think I have renamed your song in my mind "I saw what I saw". :-) I have it right now. It still is a blessing. Laurey.

Laurey April 27, 2010 • 08:00 AM

Hi, Sara. Your music is always a deep blessing and a poetic enjoyment. "I know what I know" has been one of the deepest reaching songs for me. To try to hold on to your belief in Jesus in a dysfunctional family and a world that denies Him has been a daily learning experience. I don't always get it right, but after 47yrs, I hope I have a heart and life focused on Christ. God bless you and keep writing and singing! Laurey.

Johanna Yates April 27, 2010 • 06:59 AM

WOW!!! A new Sara Groves CD...We're excited. My husband and I have all your CD's except Station Wagon (which I'm trying to locate locally)and your new CD "Fireflies". Thanks Sara for the music...it is beautiful and the lyrics teach us so much about life. Keep doing what you do for the Lord and may God bestow blessing after blessing upon you and your family...When will you be back in Texas. We live in Sachse, TX and would love for you to visit this area. Our church is Pure Heart Fellowship in Rowlett, TX.

Shelly Olson April 27, 2010 • 06:41 AM

Hey Sara's Dad, My friend Kathleen and I are attending the IJM fundraiser in Mpls on May 6th. Last year we completed our own IJM bikeathon, Miles for a Mission. My friend Kathleen, who headed the fundraiser, absolutely loves Sara and her life values. Her dream, although maybe corny, has been to meet Sara. Is there anyway Sara could just stop and say hello to Kathleen at the benefit?

Joseph Dindinger April 26, 2010 • 04:13 PM

I've been listening to Christian music for over 25 years and I just discovered you. Listening to your CDs, it quickly became obvious that you are one of the best Christian artists out there and yet I had never heard your stuff before... How is that possible? Well, look forward to sharing you with my friends. Thank you for being who God created you to be. Love in Christ, Joseph www.faith21.org

Merris April 26, 2010 • 03:22 AM

I took my daughter Sara for a "daddy date night" to see Sara Groves last night. The highlight of her night was getting her picture taken after the concert with Sara. She "froze" in the moment though and talked about how she "forget to her tell her that I play the piano too" for the next hour. :-) Thank you Sara Groves for your authenticity and vulnerability in your music.

heather eudy April 25, 2010 • 08:24 PM

I'm a freshman at High Point University this year, and my parents gave me three tickets to the concert in greensboro at friendly hills church for my birthday. I was so blessed as were my two friends. It was definitely the best birthday present I have ever received. I could sit and worship and listen to Sara talk and sing for hours. I love being able to see the Lord through her. She is my role model, and God has really blessed my life, using her. I'm so very thankful, and I love how the songs are truly from the heart and are so genuine, honest, and open. God is really working and loving through her.

Melinda April 24, 2010 • 09:28 AM

Hi Sara. I just recently hears your music here in Indiana on 98.7 and loved it. I have just started learning the Word of God due to struggling in my relationship with my ex husband. We have been together 18 yrs & have a beautiful 10 yr old son. All in all, my ex wants to work things out and I am struggling to Love him as I feel I should. I Love him for taking care of me for 18 yrs and he is the father of my son...that is the extent of my love. We are doing counseling with the Pastor at Church but I am nowhere near going back. Church is wonderful. I feel greta when I am there but when I walk out I feel all the burdens of life quickly bomb bard my shoulders. I am going to continue listening to your music as it is beautiful. The first song I heard was Its Me. Next one was From This One Place. Loved them.

Suzanne April 23, 2010 • 02:33 PM

Hi Sara, I recently submitted an essay to some publications (no bites yet). It's about how my talented and sensitive son died as a homeless person in Santa Barbara and how pushing through fear and dread and reaching out in love has helped me find hope. I quoted one of your songs at the end "Every heart has so much history . . . sit down a while and share your narrative with me; I'm not afraid of who you are." Thanks for the words. See you at Lakeside this summer!! The Chautauqua on Lake Erie!

Bethany April 23, 2010 • 12:58 PM

I am so grateful for your music. I was kind of a loner in high school, and that's when I started playing your songs; Less Like Scars, Jesus You're Beautiful, Maybe. Now, as a recent college graduate I continue to be inspired by your lyrics, and find so much joy in playing and singing your music. If you ever need someone to duet with you, let me know! :)

Debbie April 22, 2010 • 03:00 PM

Dear Sarah Our son has been deployed to Afghanistan for 7 1/2 months. Today he left base and started his journey home. During his time gone we have kept a private blog, today he celebrate his safe tour and return. On the blog I would like to post the words and an mp3 for "He's Always Been Faithful" giving you credit for the words. Thank you so much for the song - it helped me get thru many difficult days. Debbie

Jim Coonce April 22, 2010 • 07:51 AM

I just wanted to say how much your music has ministered to my wife and I over the years. Most recently, we saw you in concert last December in Springfield, IL. We were celebrating our 18th Wedding anniversary, which is always hectic and crazy during the Advent season. "Peace" is the word that describes our time with you as you shared your heart/music. We loved our time together and with you. Thank you for ministering to us. Jim and Stephanie Coonce, Jacksonville, IL

Lonnie Starks April 21, 2010 • 02:20 PM

Sara, I ask you to consider this: My daughter, Nora, died in a car wreck 2+ years ago. She was a senior, almost 18. "It Might Be Hope" helped me. Thank you. Would you consider writing a song? My idea is "The Time of Her Life", with a verse or 2 about her earth life; then how she is now "having the time of her life." I cannot get past the idea. You can get to know her on FB, "In loving Memory of Nora Starks". If you decide to pursue this, I can share more regarding her past & her part since she died. It is quite amazing. She was so special. Andrew Brown, PO BOX 12, Brasstown, NC 28902, was her youth leader, if you want to check. PLEASE MAKE CERTAIN SARA GROVES READS THIS. That's all I ask. Thank you. Lonnie Starks

Tonia April 21, 2010 • 11:10 AM

Listened to Fireflies and Songs this morning while in a childless car (doesn't happen that often!). I turned up the volume to let Twice As Good beat through my heart. You put the feelings I have for my girlfriends into words and then beautiful music. Thank you! I'm praying God will continue to bless you with music and touch you with His grace.

Tim Wilson April 21, 2010 • 04:48 AM

Re: AMJ at The Falls Church. Just want to pass on a word of encouragement. Aside from your part in the music and in re-orienting my thoughts about art, music and justice, I was impressed by your humility. A complete absence of prima donna "this is MY show", or of pretense. First, that you both encouraged Melody Olsen's writing and lead-singing, and were obviously happy to sing back-up FOR HER! Wow. Rare stuff. (For some reason, I can't see Madonna doing back-up for one of her back-ups!) Second, on Sunday morning, you were content to just be part of the worship team. Both spoke volumes about your nature and character. Thanks for the witness. (I'm a guitarist for the team but wasn't on schedule Sunday.)

Kelly April 20, 2010 • 04:57 PM

I made bacon for my kids this morning; my husband asked my three year old where bacon came from..he said "plastic"...well so much for my mom of the year award:) Anyways glad to read things are going well with you all and no cable, Bravo! Praying you Seek God First in All Things..Peace In Christ.

Deena Walls April 20, 2010 • 07:15 AM

Sara, It was such a blessing to meet you at the IJM confrence Friday. I was the one boo hooing and beyond thankful for your ministry of music in my darkest hours : )I learned the Mission of IJM is essential to freedom for so many not just the ones on the brothel floors, but it inspires people to help those who have addicted loved ones,those in the chains of abuse, people who are stiffled to speak, and the weary laborers in ministry. Where ever we find brokenness, defeat,sorrow, confusion there are people like you God sends to speak life back into our weary bones. Thank you for introducing me to IJM and I look forward to the next Chapter God has in my life's book. And to your Dad as he reads these messages bless you for your faithfulness and love for the mission of change, restoration and healing. Every part played is an essential piece to the body of Christ! Thank you for your part! Godspeed, Deena Walls groveoutreach.com

becky April 19, 2010 • 08:43 AM

Sara - Had the occasion to hear you for the first time this weekend at the Art-Music-Justice event at The Falls Church and you immediately shot to the top of my favorite artist list. And the primary reason is the piercing authenticity of your lyrics. My husband and I bought Fireflies and Songs and Tell Me What You Know. I found myself for the first time in ages sitting (with a magnifying glass!) reading your CD inserts of the lyrics as I listened. Thank you. In a world where truth is fleeting, it is so refreshing to hear honesty, however brutal. I sat in on your songwriting seminar as well. I am a Mom of teenagers, wife of almost 20 years and lawyer of 25 years, but also a writer in my deepest heart (of words not music). Thank you for your encouragement to pursue writing to point to God and truth with a more vocational spirit. So grateful to have been blessed by your presence at our church. May God Bless you and your family.

Nathalie April 19, 2010 • 06:45 AM

Sara, thank you for pouring your sweet humble heart into your songs and work. I had the privilege to hear you at the Falls Church this weekend. I was touched to the core. May God keep on blessing you.

Judy April 17, 2010 • 07:50 AM

Saw you last night at The Falls Church. It was an amazing concert. I've listened to your music for years and now I have a better understanding of what inspired some of my favorite songs. Thank you and God's blessing on you and your work.

Hilary April 17, 2010 • 04:52 AM

I discovered you on Jango, and got to the point where I was forwarding all the other songs just to listen to yours! So having been given some money, I took a risk and bought all your albums, and haven't regretted the decision at all. As many people have already said, the Lord has given you a gift which is blessing people all over the world. I find your music incredibly beautiful but also invaluable in encouraging my faith. God has really been using your music over the last few weeks to remind me of important things, and most importantly of him. As a high school teacher one of my favourites is 'You cannot lose my love' - it really reminds me of how much I love my kids. I have just been looking at your website today and was interested to read that you have unplugged the TV. I have in the last week decided to have a go at life without TV. Over the Easter break I gorged on DVDs, and was left disastisfied. In the last week I have been spending more time reading the Bible, and it is so much more satisfying - even if it doesn't seem so entertaining at the time. I will be very interested to follow how your experiment goes, as this is something close to my heart.

Marlene April 16, 2010 • 07:48 AM

Drivin' in to work today and had a bit of an emotinal breakdown. Was listening to your latest album and when I heard the words "How can tenderness be gone in the blink of an eye?" I immediately thought of my sister who is currently going through a divorce. The connection that you create, your deep and authentic understanding of human emotions and relationships is what has always drawn me to your music. God has truly blessed you with a gift. Thank you for sharing it.

Sarah Reed April 15, 2010 • 01:42 PM

Sara, your music--the authenticity/rawness of your lyrics--was a huge part of my conversion in college 5yrs ago to really seek the Lord. I would not be able to describe the impact and my thankfulness. I really just wanted an excuse to write you...I had a question about a line towards the end of your song "Awakening": 'And it's not just a sign or a sacrament...The blood is real." I've wondered what you meant by that? AND in one of my fav songs, "When the Saints," the lines about the "young girl huddled on the brothel floor"...was that written with a modern/specific girl in mind or from Hosea? Also, your line "I wish we could all go camping," has lead some friends and I to believe that you'd like to go camping with us, ha...maybe inbetween touring and Rwanda and such? We will all chip in for your babysitter(s). We all feel you'd be an irreplacable asset to our nightly/morningly campfire gathering/singing/guitaring. Thank you very much for your consideration :)

Phylla April 15, 2010 • 07:10 AM

Hi sara, I have always loved your songs. I'm quite glad with the honesty that you put into your songs. On the one hand, i'm also quite impressed with how you are able to tell so honestly and not really tell all at the same time. It's quite an art and a skill to be able to hide yourself between the lines and still have your listeners relate to you. I for one, can relate. Thanks for your music. I feel like I have a friend when I ponder upon your songs. God bless you!

Pat Kinkade April 15, 2010 • 05:47 AM

Sara your music is so meaningful. My sister is going through a tough time and she absolutely loves you. I want to surprise her by bringing her to one of your concerts. Is the June 1 panel discussion a concert or just a discussion?

Jeff Mammen April 14, 2010 • 05:38 PM

I know it's early, but I sure hope you can make it to the Mt Hermon Songwriters Conference again this year, especially after 'Fireflies'. Like you said, this is a 'songwriter's album' and I'd love to hear about the inspiration/perspiration behind these wonderful, poignant songs. How you can write from such a personal perspective that still resonates on such a universal level is part of your gifting. Thank you for sharing it with all of us.

Linda Harrity April 14, 2010 • 07:54 AM

Your music touches my heart--it is so "naked". I work with the youth from our church and the youth pastor gave me a compilation CD which included your song "Joy Is In Our Hearts". It is such a wonderful praise song; we will be singing it in Youth Group soon. Am also looking forward to your concert with Amy Grant this summer at Ocean Grove, NJ. God bless.

Pastor Aaron Reed April 14, 2010 • 07:07 AM

Sara - I heard you on K-Love radio spot today supporting teen challenge. I wonder if you ever do local, small venues for benefits. We have an event called River Run 2010 in Wheelersburg, OH, August 28, 2010 at 7:30 AM. We are holding this 7 mile walk/run to raise money for Freedom Hall Recovery Center - a Christ-centered drug and alcohol rehab ministry of New Beginnings, in Pike County, Oh. In southern Ohio we have one of the worst prescrition drug problems in the nation. We want to help. Maybe you could be a part of this? Please call me at 740-776-7411 (church) 740-352-5512 (cell) or I am on facebook too. God bless.

Patrick April 12, 2010 • 09:10 PM

I just wanted to let you know that tonight I was about to make a very bad decision (and in many ways had already begun to make it) and the chorus from "Generations" began playing in my head. The Spirit was merciful to me. Thank God for His grace, demonstrated in your song. Remind me of this with every decision...

jennifer whitmore April 11, 2010 • 10:11 AM

I am writing in response to your trip to Rawanda. The video was loaned to me by a friend. It brought up a lot of emotions. My family adopted a "war-orphan" from Liberia, her name is Rebeckah. We left our other 6 children and traveled there to bring her home. The adoption, which started out with so much hope and joy, was met with the opposition of her deattachement and physical anger. We have been thru more than 3 years, and sometimes we are overwhelmed with discouragement. We thought if we just loved her enough she would heal, but the truth is we see almost no progress, and now we have CPS and hearings going on. She attacked us on my daughters birthday and then 2 weeks later she called the police and CPS about it. Anything else that was going on is our lives was put on hold, and we started to fear, big time. We were in the grip of fear, no one believed us, because she can do so well in every other situation, school, church, everywhere but home. I couldn't imagine losing my children, because we had obeyed God and stepped out on faith for this adoption! We do not know what will happen, but the fear is going away, we are following Gods plan for our life. Some go on a mission for God, we brought ours home to live with us. I don't know what we are going to have to sacrifice for obeying this call, but I am more at peace, now that I rememeber that "the glory of God, is man fully alive." I am trying every day to not be the mom that "is hugging the wall". Sometimes I fail, but my ultimate goal is to bring glory to God with my life. If this gets to you, please pray for my family. We wanted to help heal the cycles of hate and violence that we saw in Liberia, and if our family is taken apart, I do not know what hope Rebeckah will have of a normal life. The enemy is trying to take her future, and our family with him. Please pray for us. Thank you for your music. Sometimes I just pray with the words, sometimes my feelings are too hard to pray.

Jessica Roberts April 10, 2010 • 04:32 PM

It was three years ago when I introduced your song "Jeremiah" to a girl who ended up becoming one of my very best friends. When I heard this song I was so inspired by it and I immediately thought of my friend Leah, because she too has a "fire in her bones" constantly to share God's Word with this lost and dying world. After listening to that song she began to search other songs by you and ended up falling in love with "It's Going to Be Alright." Throughout our blossoming and deepening friendship we used that song to console one another when in trials. She would just play it and cry sometimes, trusting the Lord that all would be right one day. Well that song has more meaning now than it ever had before because this very week out of nowhere my best friend at the age of 23 was diagnosed with Burkitt's Lymphoma- a very aggressive cancer. The prognosis looks good for her but it will be a very long and difficult uphill battle. So once again we've adopted our theme song "It's Going to Be Alright." As she slips into her hospital gown (which she abhors) and begins to prepare for the coming tests and chemo, I softly start to sing it to her and it always elicits a smile. Yesterday I had to adapt it to the guitar so I could play it for her in her room- I figured it'd be easier to learn it on guitar than to attempt to get a piano into the cancer ward. I'm so proud of my friend for how she is handling this trial. She has literally scared the hospital staff by how incredibly peaceful and joyful she's been throughout the whole ordeal. I will never forget how she got out of her bone marrow biopsy with this supernatural grin on her face and all she could say was, "The Lord was there...He was with me..." So thank you so much for this song Sara. You don't know just how much it means to Leah and myself. And I know you are so incredibly busy, but if you have any opportunity in the next few months to possibly give Leah a shout-out in any way, I know it would brighten up these dark days for her. For Christ's glory, Jessica

Jessica Roberts April 10, 2010 • 04:32 PM

David Mann April 10, 2010 • 03:03 PM

Hi, I tried to send you a message earlier, but it was denied "due to content". I guess it was the links I put in there to our website? Anyway, what I had written was to tell you that my wife and me were recently interviewed about our debut album "More Than Anything" at the local radio station, WAFT 101.1 FM, here in Valdosta, GA. I couldn't help but think about your music as such a positive influence on us and other up and coming musicians. And not only your music, but your testimony as well. It would be great if you would post some "sage words of wisdom" for new artists, to help us down the road you are already traveling. We went from musicians to music promoters overnight once the CD was ready, and it's a little overwhelming at times. Our website is stephanieanddavidmann (dot) com We're also on Facebook and there's a cool link to a recent newspaper article about us and our music and how the Lord cured me from major depression through music. Just like my namesake "David" in the bible, my pray was to have a heart after God's own heart, and from that prayer, I began to write songs like crazy from February of 2009 until now. We have written 46 songs to date, and are getting alot of radio airplay locally. Thanks for taking the time to read this, and for being such a positive influence on others. Sincerely, David and Stephanie Mann

Craig Capdepon April 10, 2010 • 08:31 AM

Thanks for the great songs. Through you God has strengthened many.

Caitlin April 08, 2010 • 06:56 PM

Sara, You are truly a woman after God's own heart! Thanks for all your songs-I have 6 of your cds! I'm a dancer(I do ballet, but I'm only a freshman in High School)and I've used 3 of your songs for dances...they are amazing! I wish you could see them...It's Gonna Be All Right is currently my favorite song. I feel sooo much peace when I hear it and I've gone through a lot this year. Thank you for humbly obeying God's calling in your life; you're a true servant! Because you have, He is using you and your music to reach many ppl's hearts. Your lyrics have become a part of my life..they give me joy, hope, discipline, peace, and love always when I need it most! I love what God is doing in your life, and how He has used you in my own! trust Him always! In Christ, Caitlin --Phillippians 3:8-10

Julie April 07, 2010 • 09:02 PM

I have so appreciated your music, Sara, for so many reasons. I value the depth of it, how raw it is at times, and the vulnerability that comes through in your writing. It truly is a glimmer of hope and a gem uncovered in the music world. I was just signing on to itunes in Canada to "gift" one of your albums to a friend and I discovered that none of your albums are available through itunes Canada anymore! I feel lost! I'm wondering if there is any reason that you know of why that's no longer available? I see all of your albums listed on the U.S. itunes still, but unfortunately, Canadians aren't allowed to order from there! (bummer). I couldn't figure out any other way to contact you, so hopefully this will get through and perhaps you'll be able to post a reply here??? I shall hold out hope for Sara Groves on itunes Canada once again! (: My thanks for all you do...not just the music, but for living a life of meaning through your passions both big and small.

Sgt. Jeremy Nevil April 07, 2010 • 11:34 AM

Sara, I have a few of your songs. The station wagon cd..as well as the other side of something. I am currently in Afghansitan, away from my beautiful wife and my 2 precious boys. I really have to say that the songs that are on those albums really bring me home in a huge way. I remember one night listening to them on my zune. We had gotten into a firefight that day, and I was missing home. For the first time that night I heard "You can not loose my love". I cried. It reminded me of my boys, and I was pretty charged up after that. As a Christian, I know you wonder what impact your life and the things you do have on others, both good and bad. I want you to know Sara, that your music, brings this soldier home everytime. Its funny...a song like Roll to the middle makes me miss my wife...and the times that we had to do that. Thanks for the trips home, Jeremy

Sylvia Harrison April 06, 2010 • 09:53 AM

Dear Sara, I am sitting at my computer with your songs playing as I type. I can not think of one of your albums that I don't like. You speak in such honest terms about life. It is truly a blessing to have someone say what I sometimes don't have the words to express. I am glad to read that your father and father-in-law are reading this and encouraging you to keep going. You truly have a gift from God! Keep encouraging that girl of yours dads! :-) My current favorite album is Add to the Beauty. There have been many difficulties in my life the past five years and many of the songs resonate with me and encourage me to keep persevering. May the Lord Jesus keep blessing you as you parent, write, compose, sing and travel. May you know His very real presence in all you do! God bless you all, Sylvia

Safire April 06, 2010 • 12:17 AM

Sara When i was 10 my dad lent me a cd of yours for me to listen to. Now i have all (except ur newest), and they are my fave ever. at the moment i have been listening to "when the saints" and i am almost like "God, did u make her rite this just for me at this time in my life" I am in Australia and am 14. My grandma owns and runs a christian bookshop in town with a cafe too. Every time i go, there is sara groves or some other christian singer and i just love it. You inspire anc encoutage me without even knowing me. Thanks!

Matthew Gray April 05, 2010 • 10:39 PM

Hi Sara, Loving your music. In particular, I'd like to ask you about "Saints go marching in". I'm a Church history lecturer at a College in Adelaide, Australia. I was wondering if I might be able to play this song to my students, as it really encapsulates a lot of the things I'm trying to teach them. Feel free to email me about this. Maranatha, Matt.

Kerri April 05, 2010 • 06:10 PM

Sara - I was just listening to you radio broadcast on Focus on the Family. At one point you talked about your struggle in faith and your reflection on Job. I am in that place, and have been fearfully struggling through it. It was such a relief to hear you talk about it. Though rebellion is not a good thing, what I heard in your interview is that God did not give up on you and was at work in the midst of it. I have work to do, but God has not forsaken me. He is at work through you....Thank you for giving me hope and praise to God for working through us.

Markeya Timmons April 05, 2010 • 04:57 PM

Hello Ms. Sara Groves.. I am one of the teen employees at New City and I recently recorded another version of Eyes Wide Open to be featured in our Spring Production which you will be appearing in... I have yet to hear the final version but i heard that you approved the song and you even cried! I hope those were good tears and it was truly a pleasure to have experienced working with your music :)

Ruth A. cahill April 05, 2010 • 10:17 AM

Have you written any recent music. Do you have accompaniament CD's available. I heard you on Family Life Network. God bless You And Your Family.

Katharine Rothaar April 05, 2010 • 08:17 AM

Hi Sara! You have writtien the soundtrack of my life. Every time my heart is too overwhelmed to define its heaviness, your music washes in under the closed door and refreshes me. Your songs are my cold cup of water. From "Awakening" to "From This One Place", God has used you to encourage me to search his Word, think, feel and pray. You help me keep the door of my heart open to His softening works when it would be more comfortable to stay closed up. I recently lost my job due to an illness and had to move from Nashville to Maple Grove, MN with family. As we pulled out of TN and the tears washed down my face, I sang your song in my mind and heart over and over, "From this one place I can't see very far/From this one moment I am square in the dark/These are the things I will trust in my heart/You can see something else...I clung to those words. Thank you so much for the sacrifice you and your family make to minister to others. Your music gets many of us through our moments of pain and inspires us to press on to take hold of that which Christ Jesus took hold of for us. You are a treasure. I hope to see you in concert while I'm up here. May our God fill you with contentment and enable you to enjoy him forever. With much love and gratitude, katharine rothaar www.katharinerothaar.blogspot.com Blogging from the Basement: The trials and triumphs of becoming less

Gabriela Rivera April 02, 2010 • 06:32 PM

i just found your music about a month ago and i'm in love. your an amazing woman of God and i thank you for your great stuff. I'm sharing it with everyone i know and they all think the same way i do. :) keep up the good work i cant wait for your next CD.

Patty Hunter April 02, 2010 • 04:36 PM

Hello, Sara I love your voice... it is very calming and pleasant to hear and your songs are what I am very interested in. I have written a song along with Anthony Smith... I live in Fort Wayne, Indiana and Anthony Smith lives in Nashville, Tennessee. We were wondering if you would be interested in having a listen to our demo, called "God Speed, my Love"... demo was sung by Canadian artist, Patricia Conroy. Yours truly Patty Hunter

Megan Van Dam April 01, 2010 • 07:49 AM

Dear Sara, You probably don't remember me, but years ago I was a young girl in Indiana who wrote you a tremendously lengthy letter about my friend Sara--about our dear friendship which was intricately linked with your songs, and about the terrible divorce her parents were going through. We followed you to a concert in central Indiana where I sent backstage both the original letter and a new, shorter one. Then, you sent us both precious notes of encouragement and the CDs of yours that we were yet lacking. Well, now there is new sadness in my life. I'm married to a man that does not truly love Jesus or me, his wife. I am staying in my marriage because I believe that God can change his heart and I trust myself to Him who judges justly. Your songs "When It Was Over," "It's Gonna Be All Right," "Loving A Person," and more are really speaking to me where I am right now. I live in Birmingham, Alabama. Please come give a concert here. PLEASE! I keep checking your concert listings, but you are never performing nearby! And thank you for the encouragement that your music is to me in such a dark, lonely time. Writing from the Valley, Megan (Van Dam) Brobst

Donald March 31, 2010 • 07:38 PM

Hello, Sara! When it comes to pain and the forces pushing me to the ground, when it seems that the Lord has departed from me, I turn on the sound of my car and start listening to the songs and his voice sounds like the sweet call of Jesus saying "Hey Don, do not give up. " Cry to hear how the simplicity interacts with love through simple chords, an angelic voice and more - of how God's Spirit moves through her vocal chords. Love you! I love your family! Oro pr everyone. When I see the DVD of "Add to the Beaut" I suffer with a mixture of hope that better days will come. Jesus will return shortly ... God bless you all ...... Sorry for my english

Melanie Lee March 30, 2010 • 06:02 PM

My name is Melanie Lee and I am a sophomore at Manhattan Christian College. God has really touched me through your songs. Even in the midst of my pain I can remember how special I am to God. These last few months have been the hardest of my entire life. Last semester, on November 13, 2009, I had a hemorrhagic stroke (a brain bleed). I lost my ability to walk, my memory is very bad now and I shake constantly. After two months of intensive therapies I regained my ability to walk, after using a walker for a month and a cane for the second month. On top of that, the doctors informed me on November 30th that I have an inoperable brain tumor. It is not growing right now, but it is in the center of my brain and there is nothing they can do if it does start to grow. I have had to give all of these things up to God and he is making it all beautiful. I have truly had to learn to rely simply on faith to get me by, especially when I feel like I am at the end of my rope. I love comparing my problems to God's holiness and realizing how insignificant they are. But God is doing something beautiful and thank you for your ministry. We serve an incredible God! These words have been so encouraging. It is hard to be strong in the Lord somedays, but I know that God will do great things through me. He is my Alpha and my Omega. He is my savior and I will sing his name until the end of my days. Would you send me a signed picture of yourself or anything really. It would really mean a lot to me. My address is: Melanie Lee 1415 Anderson Ave. Manhattan, KS 66502 Your little Sister in Christ, Melanie Lee

Deborah March 30, 2010 • 09:25 AM

Sara, I've never done this before, but I have thought of finding a way to thank you too often to ignore it. This seems a little impersonal, but I didn't feel like trying to search out your address to write you the thank-you note that I would send if I had it... I want to thank you for your songs. They so often put what is in my heart into lyrics and melodies, and that is a gift priceless beyond measure. Thanks for your raw vulnerability; thanks for singing about the pain as well as the joy of walking with God. Gratefully, ~Deborah

Whitney March 29, 2010 • 11:25 AM

Just purchased your Fireflies and Songs album (beautiful, so well written) and read your write up about it on the website. You commented that you wanted it to be confessional, for you want to live and encourage people to live confessionally. Thank you for being brave and open enough to write how you do. I started songwriting over a year ago during a particularly heartbreaking and life re-routing season, only to completely fall in love with it. It was hearing other Christian songwriters like yourself write about sin and disappointment and confusion that gave me the courage to write about it to. Thank you for baring your soul and thoughts on life for your listeners. They are so, so appreciated and draw us closer to God's character. Thank you.

Mary March 28, 2010 • 02:11 PM

Dear Sara, Your music is HEALING. Wow! Thank you for being God's instrument - partnering with Him to bring joy and hope to this broken world. I hope you can come back to Saint Augustine, Florida sometime soon! God bless you and your family, Mary

carolyn landman =) March 26, 2010 • 05:43 AM

i am SO encouraged by your music and the beautiful gift in voice -God has given you. i know you have lots of requests and great songs to pick from, but i am requesting that you sing, at the IJM Prayer Conference in April which i am attending again- 'I Saw What i Saw' and 'He's Always Been Faithful'. both make me Praise God and cry every time. May you be encouraged and uplifted today.

jeanine 'bean' longo March 24, 2010 • 12:41 PM

let me try this again (my two year old son just couldn't keep his little grubbers off the computer) You bring so much joy. I think you ROCK! How can we get you out here in the Island of Long (Long Island NY)?! If you are willing to make the trip (just a hop and jump from NJ) I will do the work to find the perfect venue. Best and Thank you! May God always keep you writing... Bean *If you ever need a rockin haircut while in these parts, let me know and I'll get you in with one of Beehive's bests! www.thebeehivesalon.com

Sam Billen March 24, 2010 • 08:42 AM

Sara, Thanks for your beautiful music. My mom died from breast cancer when I was 18 years old just over 10 years ago. I sometimes have trouble remembering the wonderful things she was to me, but somehow your music brings those memories right back to me every time. Especially the songs about your relationship with your husband - it's such a reminder of the beautiful Christian marriage that my parents had. Deeper than all of that though, I have struggled a LOT in my faith (even now) since she died and your music somehow reminds me of how real God's love is. Thank you for keeping your music real - it's so refreshing. I know you probably get fan mail like this all the time. I don't expect a response, but I do hope you get to read this and can put my name on the list of people that your music has moved and continues to move with every new song you produce. If you have a minute to spare, I just re-released a piano album that I recorded for my mom right after she died - it's up for free at my website: www.sambillen.com/doas/ Thanks again for the beautiful music, Sam Billen

Stasha March 18, 2010 • 09:01 PM

Sara, My youth pastor's wife introduced me to your songs after something very trumatic happened to me this summer! you're CD "All Right Here" got me though that trumatic time! and ever since then I have just loved your songs! They are very encourging to me and I can relate to every song in a differnet way! And really I don't have the words to tell you how they have helped me though life! You're song "Less Like Scars" mmm... wow! it has become my life victory cry! I just want to encourage you to keep writing songs and stay in tues with God! (PS- you sing really well too!)

Stef March 18, 2010 • 06:39 PM

Love Jesus, Why?, In the history of the world only he has told us the truth. One man, one begotten spirit of God

Stef March 18, 2010 • 06:35 PM

Think about one thing for me, please, how many creatures on earth have ever performed a burial for their parents, just name one? See I am right, just mankind, WE ARE NOT OF THIS WORLD I Love you my brothers and sisters, stay with Jesus he will show us the way home

Stef March 18, 2010 • 08:44 AM

DOES SCIENCE SUPPORT THE EXISTENCE OF GOD? I would say without a doubt it does. Every biological creature on this planet is in sync with its environment, if the environment changes the creature dies. Let’s look at our feet, Dogs have paws and pads, horses have hooves, fish have fins, what other creature do you know besides man that uses tools to walk on the earth, who else uses shoes. Man lives in opposition to the laws of nature not in sync at all, we wear shoes, drive cars, fly airplanes and split atoms and use the heat and pressure to start a fusion chain reaction to the tune of 50 mega tons of TNT. Does any of this sound like we are in sync with Mother Nature like the other creatures on this planet? I believe the evidence is clear, if you use your mind you will see we our out of sync with nature, man is not of this world. We are created in the image and likeness of God. And God made and controls nature. Just some, Basic Information Before you Leave Earth. (B.I.B.L.E.) Stef

Stef March 16, 2010 • 10:51 AM

I know many Christians do not understand why we are here, but the earth is a fruit tree and we are the fruit that God and the Angels will one day harvest. We who make it are destined to spread across the universe. God will only allow love to roam free in the universe. You see God is not in the Universe, God contains the Universe, which means we as mankind can understand all science, but not God because the Holy Father is outside of the Universe. I am a Nuclear scientist and we now know that gravity jumps to other galaxies is completely possible we already have the science, we just don't have the isotopes to run our advanced reactors. Apparently the isotopes are only contained in binary star systems which we are not one of. But ten years ago I had a dream about Archangel Michael and I learned a lot about who I am and God's plan for us. Jesus will return with legions of angels and rule this earth but Jesus will also bring science for our health and energy and the raw isotopes to power our gravity jump reactors for FTL or Faster Than Light space travel. I know there is no reason to believe me, but in my dream I was one of the angels with Archangel Michael and I am completely confused why I am living a human life with a wife and two small children, but I have so much to share, I leaned so much about God's plan for us. I even learned why Satan is destroying so many of us, because we are all God's children, good and evil, and there is no greater evil Satan can do to God then harm his children. This is what drives Satan his hate and pride. I love all, good and evil as the Holy Father shine his love on all and I know no one will believe me but please think about my words I have no other way of reaching you all. Stef

Kristin Robinson March 13, 2010 • 03:26 AM

Dear Sara, I got to attend your concert here in Rwanda last night. What a gift you gave us! I don't have the right words to describe but I'll try. Moments of worship and introspection are difficult to come by on the mission field...you gave us that. Moments of feeling carefree and social (like a date night :-) are seldom...you gave us that. And moments with someone who genuinely cares and isn't looking to receive something from us are few and far between. Thank you for taking the time with us and giving of yourself. You are awesome and a pleasure to listen to! Please keep sharing your gift of song. Grace and Peace, Kristin

Twila F March 11, 2010 • 04:16 PM

I am happy to have found this sight and this guestbook board. My first memories of Sara's music were on WLJN, Traverse City, MI with Remember Surrender, and Generations. That was when I was just beginning to develop my ear for music and deciding what I liked and choosing Sara Groves was easy. Since then her sounds and insights have steadily gotten closer to my own heart's cry. There have been times in the last couple of transition-years that Sara's music has been able to define me better than I could at the time. Her lyrics have taught me to look to God more than anything. Sara has become sort of a big sister to me with the gift God has given her to understand the human heart and its need for the All-Sufficient God. Sara, thank you for following God and loosing yourself in His service. You are far and away my favorite Christian recording artist. It is wonderful to be able to express myself to friends with the things you have written out of your own heart.

Sharon Bergkoetter March 10, 2010 • 10:47 PM

Sara, Thank you for writing Less Like Scars. It has become an anthem to me. Following the death of my 23 year old son to suicide 18 months ago I have had to pour out my heart and life to Jesus. This song reminds me that as I continually lay my life before him the scars will turn into a part of who I am but will not hold me back and I can live for His glory and allow Him to continue to shape me into the vessel that He wants me to be. thank you for using your gift to the glory of God. God bless you and your family. Sharon

Michael Olmsted March 10, 2010 • 03:12 PM

Sara, you need to come to Missoula, Montana and perform. Missoula is a very Liberal colleged town but there is a large population of believers out here. Thanks, Michael Olmsted

Kat March 08, 2010 • 05:45 PM

Several years ago a woman I knew was driving her two beautiful children to the store. She had spoken to her husband earlier about going. On her way a young man who had a need for speed ran head on into her car killing her, her daughter, and forever changing her son’s life. He remains in a wheelchair and has brain damage. I’ve seen you in person twice and have several CDs. This wonderful lady was a shining example of what a Christian woman should be. He little girl was my daughter’s age and had played in the school while we waited for our boys to meet us. My daughter would have stared school with her daughter. We were both excited about that. I began to listen to Going Home. Odd how God works. I was sitting in my car asking God why and I suddenly hear this song for what felt like the first time. Her husband has remarried and is very happy. He joined the ministry. Her son remains in the wheelchair and has many issues but I know that God is with him. Thank you for that song

Cindy Roberts March 05, 2010 • 02:03 PM

Your song, "It Me" and the the video are such a huge blessing. The phrase "I take ofense" is a loud reminder that this agument is not something that is being done to me. I took ofense, I chose to be offended. I can choose not to be offended. Years ago when I was trying to respect my husband when i did not "feel" respect for him I think I felt God say to me "Treat him as well as you would your boss when you disagree with him" It sounded similar to what you said about being as respectful as you would to a stranger. Anyway the video has added much speed in making sense out of those senseless moments. Thank for being a Jesus lover and allowing him to work through you. Cindy Roberts

Tim Schaertel March 05, 2010 • 09:05 AM

Hi Sarah, I was only recently introduced to your music. Before I got saved I loved artists like Sarah McLachlan and Tori Amos. However lyrically I lost interest in them. I am not saying you sound like them, but certainly fall into that genre. I was introduced to you by my neice. She is getting married in September and asked me to sing your song "Add To The Beauty" during the wedding ceremony. I love the song. However I have not een able to find the piano or guitar chords for this song. I know you have a book with all of your music in it. I was just wondering if there was some way I could purchase a copy of the music to just this song. Thank you for your time and God Bless you Tim Schaertel

Brenda A. Coone March 05, 2010 • 07:34 AM

I sit here struggling for words to share my heart. Even if you are not able to read these words I know you will feel the love that flows back to you from the angels and all of us that you touch and inspire. You are truly a blessing from God. Your music and your actions remind us of his presence. Thank You, I am wrapping you in a warm comfy patchwork quilt. Each patch created by the signature of one of the many souls and hearts you touch.

Gloria Cooper March 04, 2010 • 09:27 AM

Hi Sara, I pray that this message gets to you in a timely manner and that we can connect through communications that I have left in this message. May God richly bless you sister as you serve Him and His children in Africa. I am an ambassador to Africa, an educator of young children in the USA and Africa and called the mother of Nations my name is Gloria Cooper founder and president of Heart 2 Heart Hand N Hand International Foundation in Oregon. You may visit our web-site at www.heart2hearthandnhandintl.org or call our office at (541) 479-4626 so we can speak to one another in serving orphans in Africa and the globe. My dear friend and ministry partner Pastor Nelson Lufafa is in the USA now in Maplewood, Minnesota. I noticed you are in Burnsville Minnesota and was in prayer the two of you could meet face to face as he teaches on HIV/AIDS in the villages of Uganda and Kenya presently and desires to take his knowledge out into all of Africa and the world. Pastor Nelson also is a pastor of a local church in Jinja, Uganda 2 hours drive from Kampala and is the director of (STAO) Save The Aids Orphans with over 71 orphans presently. His contact is: P.O. BOX 25 JINJA TEL +256782507785 www.stao-uganda.org www.stao.no Uganda His number presently in the USA is (651) 769-4937 Pastor nelson is only here until March 16th and then needs to go back to Uganda to care for the children and his own family and the church of over 250. He is raising monies in the USA now for a clean water project in his village of Jinja where he has land purchased already, we need assistance getting this message out as the collections have been small but gracious from His people. We love your heart especially for children in Africa and your music you share with the world. with Love In His grace & Mercy, Gloria L. Cooper <")))><

Ammie Sullivent March 04, 2010 • 09:11 AM

Sara, I currently attend college with a man from Rwanda. When he completes his degree in Ministry and Leadership at Oklahoma Wesleyan University he plans to return to Rwanda to minister. He is looking for partners in this adventure. His name is Jean-Bosco Hajabakiga. If you have any information on a good group to partner with in Rwanda, please let me know. Thanks and may God be with you on your journey. Ammie Sullivent dnasulli1@cox.net

Jonah Lippert March 04, 2010 • 05:38 AM

Hello Sara! I just wanted to say thank you for thanking God with your talents, and glorifying Him through your songs! I heard "You are the Sun" several years ago, I think, and I sing it, or variations when I remember God is my superabundant source of joy. Thank you for reflecting his light, and for striving to let him make you into a saint! Please know of my prayers for you & your family! In Christ through Mary, Jonah P.S. Have you ever heard of The Theology of the Body? It's kind of hard to write a song about the whole thing, because it's God's expression of love as he created our human bodies, but the Christian message behind it is one that I think is really life-changing. If you haven't, I bet you'd love learning about it! :D Just a note

Juliana Francy March 04, 2010 • 05:05 AM

Olá Sara Meu nome é Juliana e sou do Brasil(Rio de Janeiro),a pouco que te conheci e ja me amarro em suas músicas.Se o site pudesse traduzir para português seria mais fácil compreende-lo. Bjus

Charles March 03, 2010 • 11:11 PM

Sara: I purchased your double cd/dvd "Add to the Beauty". I do not know which one touched me the most. Your music and mission have touched me deeply. I was delighted to see your husband with you, and to find out that he is very much part of your ministry. You are truely being the model of the Christian unity. I can only thank our Lord that you and your husband answered the call. Again, Thank You (both). May God richly bless you in this age, and in the age to come.

Phil March 03, 2010 • 09:18 AM

Sara, I'm not even a Christian (although I practice my own form of spirituality), but I can say that your music is amazing. I'm a musician too, and used to write a ton of songs, until I lost my voice (so now I do a lot of fingerpicking). Back in the 70's (I'm 62) I was part of a New Age musich group in Sedona, AZ, and wrote a lot of spiritual songs. Your songs remind me very much of my own back then. You're an absolutely great songwriter, and I listen to your station on Pandora, again not because I'm a Chrisitan, but because the music is so good. One of my favorites of yours is "When It Was Over" - great melody and lyrics. Keep it up!

Di Kistler March 02, 2010 • 09:17 AM

Hi Sara (and/or Sara's Dad!:) I looked around for an email address and considered leaving this on your Facebook fan page but didn't want to risk seemingly misusing that space, so hoping this is a bit more private way to reach you. I love you and your music, and have several of your cds including "Add to the Beauty" which we included as bumper music as well as suggested it to women who attended a Captivating retreat held last August in Minnesota (modeled after Ransomed Heart's events). I'm writing to you today to ask if there is any possibility you could add "Kingdom Comes" to playlist.com - so that I could link to it on our RUBIO Encounter blog. You can see what our ministry is about at www.rubioencounter.blogspot.com. For our women's event, RUBIO stood for Restoring Ultimate Beauty Inside Out; next, for our relationship encounter, it stands for Restoring Unity Building Intimacy & Oneness. Your song speaks beautifully of seeking first His Kingdom, and building it in our hearts as we're pouring it out in relationship with others. Was thinking you may be adding some new tracks from Fireflies & Songs to playlist.com, and hoping you could add Kingdom Comes, too! Thank you and God bless you, your family, your band, and all those whose lives will be impacted as you minister in Rwanda this month.

Jalyn March 02, 2010 • 07:37 AM

I am looking for the instrumental to the song "Love" on your new CD, Fireflies and Songs" to play at my wedding...........can you help me find this?? Thanks so much!

tina February 28, 2010 • 07:30 PM

Sara, I wanted you to know that your lyrics have reached me in just about every stage of my life since I saw you in the late 90s while attending college in Springfield, MO. I sang "fly" to my husband on our wedding day, I sing "you cannot lose my love to my newborn babies" etc. I am the author behind www.detailgalblog.com. On Feb 27, 2010 my post inspired by "what i thought i wanted" has already reached people that previously shunned the Truth. i thought you might be interested in reading. i have to thank you for your songwriting. i'm actually considering making a regular series out of "how sara said it best" on detailgalblog.com Tina

Therese Pisarcik February 28, 2010 • 07:25 PM

Dear Sara, Troy, Melody, & Aaron ~~ Thank you so very much for your concert in Gilbert, Arizona last evening. I especially enjoyed you inviting the audience to sing along with "Joy Is In Our Hearts". Congratulations to Melody for her first C.D.! You were wonderful for "all these things". Due to the weather, I had to leave before the 2nd session, but listened to the "fireflies and songs" C.D. today before church. Fabulous!! Now I have all of your music! Also got Melody's C.D. & look forward to hearing it tomorrow. Glad we could contribute to Food For The Hungry as well. In Gratitude for You always, Therese from Phoenix, Arizona

Kimberly Miles February 27, 2010 • 07:36 PM

I just cannot tell you how much our whole family (Jim-Christian high sch History/Religion teacher/Dad;Daughter Jana,age 20/college student;Daughter Sara,age 15, student 9th grade;and myself,an RN/Mom) all enjoy your music! We've only been able to see you perform once but hope to again. God bless your ministry & family. You have no idea how many times, and esp now as we go thru a very stressful time in our life, your music lifts our hearts and turns our souls back to the Light-back to the right perspective. Thank you for letting God use you.Please don't stop. You have touched our family for good. Today I played 'It Might Be Hope' like 10 times! We may never meet (til Heaven-yeah?)but you will always be part of our family. Sincerely, Kimberly Miles

Bill Artzt February 26, 2010 • 06:29 AM

Sara, Even before I wrote a word, the tears began to come. I want to thank you for opening your heart, your life and your walk with God to us in your music. I cannot tell you how many times I have cried listening to your songs as the Lord touched my heart. I am deeply grateful that you and I by God's grace are "not our gift" but we get to use our gifts and see God work. Recently God ministered to me in a low place thru your interview for The Other Side of Something record. Your comments on the Boxer reminded me that I needed to not lay down under the assault of the Enemy's blows but to fight on in the persevering grace and love of Jesus. He will finish what He has begun. May God continue to meet you as offer your life and gift to Him. To Him be the glory alone, Bill

Lindy Combs February 26, 2010 • 06:23 AM

I was at your debut concert at BAG. I was not a member there, but my son, Dunamis, was. I am listening to "Pass the Wishing" the last piece on there on repeat. It speaks to me, after my years of chains, so hard to walk in freedom. Sometimes I sing with you to exercise my own vocals. I finally produced my own CD. Digitally it is on Amazon. You were such an inspiration at new release concert. I remember when you could not contain your experience, crying, you had to stop in the middle of the last song with, "Thank you, God!" I have vivid memories of that time. You were adorable. I love you. I live in WA state now. Hope to be at one of your concerts in the future. My daughter, Paula Schuler, lives in San Antonio. Perhaps you recall that you were once on her list of mentors. I will inform her of your Kerville concert date. She has laid aside her music for now. Such a bummer for me.

brooke smith February 24, 2010 • 08:01 PM

Dear Sara, I never really thought about saying something to you like this until after church tonight our guest minister of music suggested it to me... but I love your song "tent in the center of town"!!! I want to sing it in church so bad! I have called several music stores and they have told me that there is not an accomaniment cd for it. Just now I saw on your website that you have a songbook with the piano notes, but I was wondering if there was any way I could just buy that one song's sheet music instead of the whole book...??? If you (or someone you work with) could let me know I would really appreciate it!!! Thanks so much! :)

Shannon Murphy February 24, 2010 • 09:34 AM

Peace and blessing to you Sara! Your music and message and heart have been an important part of my life and I thank you so much. I am writing to beg you to do (or have someone do)an arrangement of You Cannot Lose My Love for handbell choir! I know I know, strange request. Many of your tunes would be so lovely in handbell format, and this one especially I can already HEAR in my head! Anyway, thank you again for all that your music has given to me. Many tears, many laughs, many MANY MANY singalongs! Love and joy to you and your family.

Ella Mae Hedgepeth February 24, 2010 • 08:48 AM

Sara, Just was so inspired by "When the Saints" on the 40 Days for Life Charlotte,NC web site. I am with 40 Days for Life, Goshen, NY. I see you'll be in Wychoff, NJ in April near the home of my youth. Ella Mae Hedgepeth.

Gustavo Nieva February 22, 2010 • 11:28 PM

I give thanks to Internet and to God specially by it to have known you and to especially be able to hear his wonderful music that write and you sing. god bless you so much. When do you visit Argentina?

Jessica Holvik February 21, 2010 • 03:07 PM

I have been preparing to speak to my church about the problem of pain. How can a loving God allow the pain we see in this world? I believe that when Jesus told us to pray for God's Kingdom to come, He was talking about here and now, and He wants us to do the bringing. After all, we are the salt and the light of the earth, and the body of Christ. I also believe that God has made the North American church rich in wealth so we can care for the poor and needy. Unfortunately, I think we have fallen short. However, I don't think it is normally for lack of caring - I think we just don't KNOW the people. We haven't seen them face to face, or heard of their pain from their own lips. I think your video for "I saw what I saw" from Rwanda really models how our hearts will break for the poor and our lives will be changed once they become real people to us. I would love to show the video during my message, but I am not able to find a good quality version to buy. Is there one available?

Rob February 21, 2010 • 02:13 PM

Sara and Family, Thank you so much for the depth, breadth, and integrity of your music. January 2009 as I was exploring call to ministry, your music has helped encourage and support my wife and I while being real. Your influence and living a life with family in mission is truly inspirational. Our life now is a canvas from Painting Pictures of Egypt and may not be milk and honey, but the relationship we have with our Lord and Savior provides everything we need. God Bless as you continue your ministry in music and mission and providing an excellent role model for all of our families responding to God's calling.

Ginny February 18, 2010 • 06:02 PM

Which of the Madeleine L'Engle books or series of books is your favorite? We are studying "40-Day Journey" at our church during Lent and I find myself wanting to read more of her works but there are so many that I don't know where to start. Thanks for any suggestions you can give. I respect you so much and would value your opinion.

Stefanie Wheeler February 18, 2010 • 07:02 AM

Dear Sara, God bless you over and over! I am so very glad that you have followed God's calling on your life... with your music and with your family! This past Christmas you came to Manchester Christian Church in Manchester, NH, my home church... Can I just say AMAZING! The brightest part of my Christmas! You are an inspiration for many reasons. It is clear that your love for Jesus is always growing through your music and the love of your family! I am also a singer/song writer/ guitarist and it was so good for me to see you with a thriving family! I'm hoping to start my family soon and I guess I could say that you've become quite a role model for me! I love it. You are a constant encouragement to me. And your song for your girlfriends was the best! I heard it for the 1st time gratefully sitting next to my "forever friend" and I cried! So lovely. It has often come back to me... oh how we need those all loving, not condemning friends. = > Thank you. Thank you. Your relationship with God has brought ME to a deeper relationship with our Father! (and I'm sure sooooo many others too!) smiles and hugs! Ever grateful, Stefanie

Howard Hawkins February 16, 2010 • 05:40 PM

Sara, I really like your music and the style. Your music ministers as well as brings healing to the soul. God bless!

Charles February 15, 2010 • 09:16 PM

Sara; Thank you for answering the call; thank you for sharing your talents with us;thank you for sharing your spirit; thank you for sharing your soul; thank you for sharing your life; thank you; I pray that God will bless you openly in this age, as well as in the age to come.

Whitney February 14, 2010 • 05:29 AM

I don't know why, because I don't deserve it, but God has blessed me with the most loyal and steadfast husband of anyone I know. I couldn't find a Valentine to say what was in my heart -- so I made my own, and used the lyrics from your song "Fly." Thanks for helping me to tell a kind and gentle man what a gift he has been for almost 19 years of marriage.

p mark robb February 10, 2010 • 09:43 AM

sara ... i am so glad i preordered your latest album and you took the time to share the stories behind the songs. it connected me to the lyrics in a way that wouldn't have been possible otherwise. i am in for all others that you do like that in the future! the "Twice As Good" song moved me the most. and as a result, i have started a project to share my heart with my "four good friends" in a deep and meaningful way. in putting my project together, i wondered if you might know the rwandan translation for "four good friends"? i have a graphic i am working on, and want to incorporate the words into it. thank you so much for the blessing that your music is to both my wife and i. God bless.

Brock Sund February 10, 2010 • 08:22 AM

Sara and crew, My wife first introduced me to your music several years ago and since then i dont think that we listen to much else in our home. Thanks for the encouraging words and beautiful tunes. We would love to see you in the Memphis area. Keep it up. Brock and Olivia Sund

Melody Poli February 09, 2010 • 08:33 AM

Hi Sara! My sister, her dtr, her friend, our husbands, and I are so very very very excited you are coming to Greensboro, NC and you will find us singing our silly hearts out with you on that day. We have loved you since Past the Wishing and know every last one of your creations. My sister and I feel you have been singing our hearts all along the way. After hearing these last 2 albums we are very curious if you are homeschooling your children with Charlotte Mason's philosophy as we hear so many pieces of what we do in your music, but its so much bigger than that isn't it. Add to the Beauty is our homeschool theme song :) Thank you for it. We love you. ~Melody, Cheri, Kaley, & Rumelle

debbie brendley February 08, 2010 • 06:28 PM

just wanted to tell you that you are, indeed, a lifetimer...and i know i am one of many who can say, if you write it and sing it...we will listen! i listen to your music a lot and the other day my little girl said to me, "mommy, are you and sara friends?". kinda funny...but i guess that i feel like we are. just found out this weekend that you guys are coming back to friendly hills in greensboro, nc (my church)...and i'd be happy to help out with the cd table...like last time. can't wait 'til april. God bless...

Sarah February 08, 2010 • 04:25 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to say that your music is very inspirational, and very touching. I recently listened to "Awakening" and it is great to have a reminder. It touched my heart. You have a gift from God, thank you for sharing that with everyone! Blessings, Sarah

kelly klatt February 07, 2010 • 09:09 PM

Hi Sara, I love the song "pieces of you" from the StationWagon Album. I would love to use it on my website (photographybykellyklatt.com) I am a portrait photographer out in Buffalo, MN. I don't know if you check the guestbook often, but I wasn't sure how else to contact you. Thanks so much, Kelly

Jenny February 05, 2010 • 06:16 PM

On the comical side, just wanted to share that my 3 year old asks me to play "Christopher wants a burger" (Christopher Francis Wendelberger) every time we get in the car.

Hannah Love February 05, 2010 • 04:43 PM

Sara, I just want to let you know that your songs are often my prayers when I don't know how to express my thoughts and feelings to the Lord. I've been listening to your music since my dad gave me your Conversations album when I was 12. Nine years later, I continually turn to your music to speak biblical, peace-giving truth to my heart. I can truthfully say that your music has played a significant part in shaping how I view and worship our Father. your sister, Hannah

Anita Armagnac February 05, 2010 • 02:19 PM

Sara: I first heard you on TV a few weeks ago and I haven't found the song you were singing anywhere. You were talking about someone that was dying, I believe, and you sang a song that had some words from "amazing grace" but the music was different. I loved your voice and that song. WHAT ALBUM IS IT ON? I WANT THAT SONG!! (SMILE) Ever since then I've been searching to no avail. God bless you, Sarah, continually.

Monica February 05, 2010 • 01:06 PM

I had the wonderful opportunity to hear you at the IJM conference last year in Virginia....Your song "I saw what I saw" is so deep and truthful. For any of us who have walked among the hurting, the broken, and the oppressed know that we are forever changed. Still imperfect in our humanity, but there is always something deep inside us that cries out to our Savior on behalf of those people for hope, salvation, peace and rest.....crying out to a God who is mighty to save....

Sarah R. February 04, 2010 • 12:41 PM

Your music is such an encouragement to me. I love that your songs deal with the hard issues that people have to deal with. Your my absolute favorite musical artist! Thank you so much!!!!

Melinda February 02, 2010 • 10:44 PM

Sara, I could listen to you sing all day. The songs you sing and write come from your very soul of the place where God lives. Your songs reveal this. Of all your songs, Awakenings" has to be my favorite...sometimes you just need to hear the simple voice of God confirming His great love for us. Thanks for you songs. Wish you had these on accompaniment tracks, Maybe you will do that. I am not half the singer you are, but I love to sing at church and would love to share your beautiful songs. God bless you my sister. In His Love, Melinda

Linda February 02, 2010 • 10:13 PM

I just heard your song "Loving a Person" on a random wedding website, and searched the net until I found out it was sung by you...what a great song. Can't wait to find your other works...thank you for sharing your talents!

Leigh Kirkpatrick February 02, 2010 • 12:38 PM

i can hear God through you...thank you....there aer times where you allow me to breathe...and i am at peace

Jackie February 02, 2010 • 09:17 AM

Dear Sara, Thank you for being obedient to God with your life, family, music and all that you have. I've been working in missions in Africa for a couple of years now mostly in missions training. The last year has been a tough one for many reason. In the last few months, God has used your music to heal, and help, encourage and teach me. Thank you for that. I also watched the Nomad Video and that has really inspired me as a woman to truly live the abundant life of God for myself but also for the sake of others. Songs like, "Just showed Up for my Own Life", "When the Saints", "Loving a Person" and "love is Still a Worthy Cause" have truly blown me away and reminded me of some lessons that I was possibly in danger of forgetting. Thank you for serving Him. The Glory of God is truly, Man fully alive. J

Adam and Amber Stutzman February 01, 2010 • 11:15 PM

Our names are Adam and Amber Stutzman and we live in Silverton, Oregon. We really love your music! Our family has been in the process of adopting a baby girl from Ethiopia for the past year and are getting very close. We are going through the agency All God's Children International out of Portland. It has been a long, hard and expensive road requiring a lot of patience. We are officially number 23 on the waitlist to receive our child, and have over the past year, done many fundraisers in order to raise the needed $25,000 to adopt her. After all the hard work, we will finally be traveling to pick her up sometime early this summer. We are going to be ending our fundraisings with a Silent Auction and Dessert Night at our church, Emmanuel Bible in Pratum, on April 22nd. We are trying to find auction items and were wondering if you would consider donating one of your Cd's, t-shirts, or any of your other products at all for the auction... ..If you can't we totally understand- but thank you for considering us-and take care! Please feel free to visit our adoption blog page, where we try to keep everyone posted on all the events which we have been going through, and what our latest waitlist number is. The blog page can be found at………..adamandamberstutzman.blogspot.com Thank you again and God Bless, Adam & Amber Stutzman 404 Charles Ave. Silverton OR 97381 awitha@verizon.net 503-881-4633 Jacob 11, Cassidy&Zachary 8, Noah 6, Logan 4 & Baby “Abigail” from Ethiopia coming SOON!!!

Mark February 01, 2010 • 08:43 PM

Hi Sara--I just wanted you to know what a heart felt blessing your video "I saw what I saw" has been to me. I was fortunate to spend a few weeks in Rwanda the spring of 2001. I have never experienced the presence of God as I did when in church there. Even as the years go by, I daily remember the love God has for these people (and all of us) and want you to know that your music touches the hearts of many. I have used your video when I have spoken of my trip to others, and it is amazing when you can watch others as they are being touched through your work. The Lord bless you and keep you. Stay strong.

Anonymous February 01, 2010 • 02:12 PM

Thank the Lord for your encouraging words and music. I recently had a miscarriage and "From this one Place" is such an encouraging song. I thank you so much for your ministry. May God bless you in your honesty through your music.

Heather January 31, 2010 • 03:22 PM

Love your voice!

Kara January 31, 2010 • 06:19 AM

I'm interested in purchasing the songbook, but had a question first that I was hoping someone could answer. Is the piano part written like it is played on the CD's? In other words, could I play the piano part and sing along as it sounds on the CD's...I know some piano/voice books are written where the piano part is altered to include the vocal line in the right hand. I would love to find this out before I potentially spend the $ on the book. Thanks!

Diana January 30, 2010 • 11:27 AM

I would love to be able to sing "Hiding Place" in my church. You sang it as part of Beth Moore's Songs of Deliverance collection. Is it available anywhere as a track or sheet music? Thanks so much!

Robin January 30, 2010 • 10:25 AM

Sara, Thank you so much for your album "Add to the Beauty." I cannot express how much it has meant to me and my husband as we heal from his affair. "When it was over, Rewrite this Tragedy, Loving a Person, It's Going to be Alright, Just Showed Up, and Something Changed" have all been instrumental in helping us move forward and grow stronger. In what has been the darkest chapter of my life, your album has been a ray of light. I thank you for your ministry and pray for you and your family. God Bless, Robin

Christa January 29, 2010 • 03:30 PM

Hi Sara and crew, I have been SO blessed by your music over the last 8 years. This newest CD has blessed me in so many ways already. I find especial comfort in your music, and believe God particualry uses it to speak to me in different seasons' fears and joys and...well just about every emotion. Thanks and God Bless you immensely!

Kathleen Ely January 27, 2010 • 08:14 PM

Sara, Did you record a song titled "Love is a Story"? Or does one of your songs have that phrase sung in it? I heard it on a radio station back in April 2009 and I was pretty sure it was you singing it, but I can't seem to find it on your list of songs. Thanks, Kathleen Ely

Lori Martens January 27, 2010 • 06:51 PM

Hey Sara, I too have been following your music now since "Conversations", waiting for each new release with anticipation. My tradition is to brew a cup of tea, pull out the lyric sheet, lie down on the couch and read through and listen to each song first time through. It is always like catching up with a treasured friend who lives far away. Your perspectives and vulnerabilities have carried me through struggles and they have for friends as well. A few years ago, as a girlfriend lay in her hospital bed recuperating from an attempted suicide, a mutual friend brought her "Add to the Beauty" and the song "Just Showed Up for My Own Life" resonated like a fire in her life. Today she is happy and healthy and moving forward, thanks be to God. I routinely check your concert schedule to see if you come anywhere near Canada. I live on Vancouver Island in British Columbia. If you come within 8 hours of me I will drive to see you play and perhaps give you a hug. If not, then reserve some time for a cup of coffee with me in heaven and we can praise Him together. Blessings to you, and hi Sara's dad.

Missy January 27, 2010 • 05:24 PM

Sara! I just checked out your tour dates, and just about DIED when I saw that you and my lifelong ispiration Amy Grant are singing together in New Jersey, three days after my 30th birthday!!! Too bad I live in MISSOURI. :-) I am going to find a way there - this is a dream come true!!! Peace!

Rachel Greenhouse January 27, 2010 • 08:06 AM

Hi Sara, just wanted you to know that you inspired my blog post today. (It's called Add to the Beauty). That song has become a bit of a theme song for me since I saw you perform at Christ Presbyterian Church in Edina last year (my church.) Just wanted you to know that you are adding to the beauty. Rachel, Il Bel Far Niente blog at Wordpress

Sheryl January 27, 2010 • 06:13 AM

Dearest Sara: I hope this message gets to you because when you're discouraged, I want you to know how much your voice/words help the rest of us who are. I have been suffering from PTST and panick attacks 3 years. I have been taking refuge in the Lord and the Word for healing and needless to say it's been a hard long road. But, let me tell you what hearing your music has given me. I came across your music on a website my 13 year old showed me. I feel gulity saying it was on a free site but I can't afford to buy music as I'd like to these days. One night I had my headphones on and I was listening to "You Are the Sun", just praising, and thinking how I felt like the "moon" but how when Jesus is in my life, I "shine". Suddenly I felt a heavy tingle in the center of my tummy and then I felt what I can only describe as a peacful vibration through my body. It was glorious (and I don't use that word often)! It lasted about 30 seconds but as it was happening, tears were pouring out of my eyes but I didn't "cry" them. I was smiling so hard my face ached. Even at the time my peaceful vibration was happening I hoped my son wouldn't walk in the room because I'm sure I looked pretty silly; smiling, hands raised, and tears (ok mom, yeah you've lost it for sure!)but even then I didn't care, it felt so good. When the feeling passed I "heard" in my mind that I'd been touched by the Holy Spirit. And it came to me through your music. It's happened several times in the last couple of months and on bad days, I crave it, yet respect it as the gift that it is. But, thanks to you (and others I don't know)I can receive it. The Spirit comes to me when I hear a few other of your songs as well. Some days It comes, some days not. But regardless, it's because of your music. And I will pray for you Sara. Keep going like your dad says, and when you're discouraged, remember that you are a part of someone's healing. God bless you, Christian Sister. P.S. I'm going to buy your CD's. God will figure out how I'm going to pay for them!

marc January 27, 2010 • 04:42 AM

Hello Sara's father ! I'm glad you take some time apart each day to read our messages. I met Troy, Sara and the whole band in Evangel church, NJ in december. They were so nice to me ! You surely are a great father to have "made" a woman like Sara. Anyways, when I met the band I had a suggestion : to translate their songs into French, so we can sing them in our churches (oh, X-cuse me, I didn't tell I am French). Troy gave me his e-mail address but I lost it. How can I get in touch with him ?

Rachel January 26, 2010 • 10:15 PM

Please Please Please come to Northern California (preferably Sacramento area :) Your music made me a Christian. Really, I was an atheist before I started listening to your songs, which led me to read God's Word and discover His beautiful plan for me. Please please give a concert here. Please. Pretty please?

charles January 26, 2010 • 09:58 PM

I discovered your music last night on Amazon MP3 via my Palm Pixi. I bought the digital cd after I heard the first few samples. I love your music! Thanks for being a blessing.

Adam and Amber Stutzman January 26, 2010 • 04:16 PM

Our family is in the process of adopting a baby girl from Ethiopia, through All God’s Children International. It has been a long, hard and expensive road requiring a lot of patience. We are officially number 23 on the waitlist to receive our child, and have over the past year, done many fundraisers in order to raise the needed $25,000 to adopt her. After all the hard work, we will finally be traveling to pick her up sometime early this summer. We are going to be ending our fundraisings with a Silent Auction and Dessert Night at our church on April 22nd. While brainstorming ideas of people to help, you came to mind. We understand that you may have policies and requirements which you have to follow but if you could find it in your heart to help us out in our decision to adopt, it would be greatly appreciated. We would be so thankful for anything that you would be willing to donate for our auction! We have thoroughly enjoyed your music and they have been a great part of our lives. We know that anything from you would add something very special to our auction! Thank you for your time and the professionalism that you have shown in your Christian life. Please feel free to visit our adoption blog page, where we try to keep everyone posted on all the events which we have been going through, and what our latest waitlist number is. The blog page can be found at………..adamandamberstutzman.blogspot.com Thank you again and God Bless, Adam & Amber Stutzman Jacob, Cassidy & Zachary, Noah, Logan and soon to be Abigail from Ethiopia 404 Charles Ave. Silverton, OR 97381 awitha@verizon.net

andrea shawley January 26, 2010 • 10:59 AM

Hello sara my name is andrea and I heard your story on wcrf recently about your fear and depression. I have been dealing with exact samething. Your story was a blessing I wanted to say as weird as this sounds and we know God can do anything. I had a dream last nite it was strange. I felt it was so real and God had sent the dream. It was random but you were sitting in front of me and I told you how I had been doubting my salvation I was scared something bad was going to happen to me any minute like God was coming and I wasn't going up. You looked at me with such a clear voice and said that is CONDEMNATION and u didn't have fear bout rapture but u said u had fear. It was very real to me. I just wanted to say I think God sent u to me to encourage me. Thanks

Ric McClary January 22, 2010 • 11:24 AM

Would love to talk with someone about a concert here in Vermont. Love your work. I manage a group of Christian radio stations in New England. Ric McClary GM www.thelightradio.net

Amy January 22, 2010 • 09:34 AM

I just learned "Joy is in our Hearts" - picked the chords off the cd with my guitar. I'm going to sing it at church, provided I don't cry through it. The first half dozen times I listened to it, I just cried. Thank you for writing this. It shook the dust off my soul - as your songs so often do.

Rachel January 20, 2010 • 08:18 PM

Hi Sara! (and anyone that's reading this for her! : ) I LOVE your music and have been looking for accompaniment tracks to some of my favorites to sing in church. However, I seem to have fallen in love with your music too late! I can't seem to find any accompaniment tracks-- that are still printed-- of Generations. Is there ANYWHERE that sells it still? I searched online several times (and even tried ebay!) but nothing showed up. If anyone knows of this track, I'd love to pay you for it!

Wendy January 20, 2010 • 09:23 AM

Sara, I was at your Christmas concert at Open Door in December. Three days before the concert I had arrived back in the States from a four month trip to Uganda, Rwanda, and South Africa. As you played "I saw what I saw" with the video, I started weeping immidiately, seeing people so like my friends I had just left. It was already my favorite song, but the added elements of the concert, the video, and the jet lag made it a very emotional experience! I will be moving to Rwanda in July to work with the organization Cornerstone Development-Africa. Maybe on your trip next March I will be able to see you in concert in Rwanda! Your songs about Rwanda will continue to inspire me as I prepare to move. Thank you.

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Alison St John January 18, 2010 • 04:18 PM

I know you guys are concerned about Haiti...there is a missionary couple: Troy Livesay. He is twittering his experience supporting the injured. On his bio, he lists Sara Groves as one of his favorite musicians...you might see what you can do for Troy, his family, and the injured he is supporting. Thanks, Alison St John KCPrayers - Twitter

Nance Schroeck January 17, 2010 • 11:14 AM

When I read that Sara's dad reads the mail, I was touched. I had a very inspiring father who passed away in May at 84. He was the one who pushed me to write and sing.To you Sara's dad, I know she wouldn't be such an instrument of hope without God, and her parent's. So, thank you. I am a musician who is working with a church to help bring life to the congregation. I would like to use a chorus from one of her songs in our music program. I do not know who to contact to ask permission. I would also like her to know that she really has been an instrument of healing music. As a composer, I am awe inspired by her. I do not write, because right now, there are a few excellent musical angels that need to have their music brought into the churches. She is one of them. Many blessings, Nance

danny January 17, 2010 • 11:15 AM

is there any chance you can post the 'when the saints' video from the ijm tour with derek webb and sandra mccracken? i love the song, and the video added so much. thanks and blessings.

Hillary January 16, 2010 • 03:26 PM

Sara, I have been listening to you since your album "conversations" was released and have not stopped buying every album you come out with. You have such a gift at writing the perfect songs for any situation. I am currently a freshman at a college 3,000 miles away from home and I have been going through a hard time of where God is calling me. As I was packing to come back for spring semester, "from this one place," came on. It was the exact thing I needed to hear. So thank you, keep doing what you are dong because you are changing lives with every note.

Judy January 15, 2010 • 05:01 PM

Sara, Your CD came into our house as a Christmas gift for my daughter, two days after I had surgery for melanoma. Unsure if it spread to the lymph system, my Christmas season was more of an "advent," in anticipation of the test results. I started listening to your CD a few days after Christmas. I can't tell you how much of a blessing your music was to me during this incredibly stressful time. God's grace blew into my soul through your music and lyrics. Test results are in and I received great news that the cancer did not spread and I don't need further treatment. Each day is truly a gift from God and all I know is that I get to spend one more day with my husband, three beautiful daughters, and my friends that make life "half as hard and twice as good." I'm grateful for you!

Kerri January 15, 2010 • 03:07 PM

I became a Christian 10 years ago this year, and for nearly all of my walk, your songs have gone with me. God speaks through your words in so many comforting and challenging ways.... your songs have lead me nearer to Him and nearer to the life He's wanting me to lead. Thank you. Would you come to the UK....I'd travel length & breadth to hear you sing live. Blessings to you and your family Kerri x

Sylvia January 15, 2010 • 10:18 AM

Impossible to tell all the ways your poems/music has sustained my soul/heart/relationships, in particular "You are the Sun", "Roll to the middle" "This journey is my own", "When the Saints", etc.etc. These seem like such stupid little words beside all I've received from so many of your songs. Thank God I read about you in a stray "Christianity Today" and looked you up on U tube. Your poems are inspired and thank God he gives you strength to do this even while you put priority on your family (THAT'S SO IMPORTANT). I couldn't get down to Maine for your closest show. It's too far. If ever you come up to Montreal, Canada, I hope I can see you play and sing in person. I also love piano. Did you think of making a CD just piano? (I play piano in our little French church.) Thank you, and some advice, make sure you get rested after that big tour in December!

Elizabeth January 13, 2010 • 06:41 AM

Thanks you for being real, and from what I can see, being yourself. When my heart was hard, your songs have helped break it. When I needed comfort and a reminder of the truth, there they were. Thank you, Elizabeth

Joe January 12, 2010 • 12:38 PM

My wife and I were fortunate enough to see you and your band in concert in December 2009, and we loved your song, "This House." We're currently going through the adoption process, and we can't wait to add a new member to our family. We hope our house is a place where he or she dreams and plans, making memories for miles and miles. It's been both a tough and rewarding journey to this point, but God has definitely withheld no good thing!

Victoria January 12, 2010 • 12:09 PM

Sara, My son and his girlfriend mentioned a mission trip that you will be apart of this spring. I would love to surprise them with that trip. Where can I get the information? Thanks, In Christ, V-

Kirsten January 11, 2010 • 04:57 PM

Dear Sara, Our homegroup has been together for 11 years. Last week we tried a new theme for our times together. We each brought 2 songs that have been spiritually significant in our journey of faith. I brought my theme song for 2010, "Add to the Beauty" and my husband brought "Twice as Good." We feel like both of these songs were written for our group...as we've shared together ups and downs in marriages, infertility and adoption, teenagers, job lose, you name it! Thank you for writing songs that speak to our hearts. Will you ever come to Northern California? Wells Fargo Center in Santa Rosa, CA?

Rebecca Caperton January 11, 2010 • 09:44 AM

Dear Sara, My family and I attend Warrenton Baptist Church, (Warrenton, Va.-about 1 hr west of D.C.). Thru the years, we have been involved in "Friends of Ft Liberte" a missions, both as family, and this year, by sending our son, Brian, and our daughter, Jennifer to minister/serve the people of Haiti. This Sunday, the team celebrated with a video and music to share their experiences with the congregation. One of our youth, Lee Wilkers put the video presentation together. It was so moving, he used your song, "I Saw What I Saw" and words cannot describe how moving the words were to all who heard your beautiful voice. Thank you for sharing your gifts....if you/your family are ever in the part of the U.S., you always have "friends" in Warrenton. God Bless You, Rebecca Caperton P.S. You can view the video on youtube.com/userlwilkers08.

WBMoore January 11, 2010 • 08:54 AM

My wife sang "The Word" yesterday in a church full of white haired folks. It was obvious none had heard it before. But they were touched by God and the message He spoke through your lyrics. Thanks for being used by God that way.

Nathalie Riekerk January 11, 2010 • 05:53 AM

PLEASE COME TO HOLLAND XOXOXO Nathalie en Gieneke

Jeremy January 09, 2010 • 08:27 PM

God gives good gifts! Your music has been one. Thanks! Much love and thanks to you and yours.

erika January 07, 2010 • 06:47 AM

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the new album fireflies and songs!! What a beautiful gift of sharing your words thru music that God has given you!! I bought the special you had last year...the mug/coffee, and CD...will you come out with that again and if you do please let me know?! I am on your email list! I would love to give the mug/coffee/cd as a gift. Love you Sara - thank you for writing such amazing lyrics and putting them to music in a way that is so beautiful!!

Emily Murray January 06, 2010 • 08:46 PM

How can I tell you how much you've meant to me?! I was hanging out with a girlfriend of mine and we were talking about music, and I said "Sara Groves has gotten me through the hardest stuff in my life" and she said "Oh, word" and we high-fived over it :) Really though, last year, as I was driving in the mornings to a job that made me cry every day, you were the only thing I could listen to to help me get my heart ready. We had your "He's always been faithful" in our wedding, it's the sweetest! And now, I've either been listening to or singing your new album non-stop for a week! Graham(my husband's)favorite is "different kinds of happy", and mine is "twice as good", it males me think of my sweet cousin Christy as does "every minute". I really DO wish all the people I love the most could gather in one place and know each other and love each other well. Heaven's gonna be the sweetest, huh? I hope this all shows you how much you've encouraged me!!! ps: My husband and I just watched Sweet Land, it was super sweet :)

Taylor January 06, 2010 • 02:40 PM

Blessed, Psalm 121:7-8 The LORD will keep you from all harm he will watch over your life; the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore. Psalm 27:14 Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD. Psalm 119:105 His word is a lamp to your feet and a light to your path. Matthew 28:20 I am with you always, to the close of the age. God Loves You, Taylor@BrooksPublication.com

Terry Brown January 05, 2010 • 06:06 PM

Though I'd never heard you before when I heard you were coming to my church in Springfield-Calvary Temple-I knew I had to be there. I don't drive and I had to jump through a couple of hoops to get there and I thank God I did. Thank-you for inviting us in to be a part of the concert. Your concert rates on a par with our unplugged worship we had here a few months ago. I think both gave me a little taste of heaven. God bless you, your family and friends and your ministries. In love, Terry

Heather January 05, 2010 • 08:00 AM

Hi Sara and friends, Just wanted to say what a blessing and inspiration your music continues to be in my life. I am currently teaching English in Shanghai, China and the CD's have meant even more to me since I've been here. I loved "Tell me What you Know" because of it's message of justice and "Add to the Beauty" too, but "All Right Here" has been played the most since I left home. My Mom actually sent me "Fireflies and Songs" for Christmas ! The challenge to live confessionally is a great start for the New Year. Thanks for the music and lives that reflect what you are singing about. I'd love to join you on one of your visits to Rwanda if I get the opportunity. God Bless !

Stef Mena January 04, 2010 • 04:31 PM

Sara your music means so much to me. After a dream about Archangel Michael in 1999 it took me five years of self examination to become a complete born again Jesus Freak christian. I often say I want nothing from Jesus but a chance to love him and to be near him. I still don't know why God saved me with a dream. I really didn't deserve his grace. God Bless You and Thank You! Stef Mena

Margaret Adams January 03, 2010 • 07:19 PM

Sara-God has used your music to speak to the hearts of a few people in North Philadelphia to help us keep going in ministry, to remind us of God's promises, to put into perspective the suffering, trauma, and disease we sometimes see, and to invite us to continually surrender our lives to Jesus. Thank you for putting scripture and life to music--letting the Father rejoice over us with singing...Zephaniah 3:17

Nicole January 02, 2010 • 11:59 AM

Hi Sara- I've never been one to just LOVE one certain singer/songwriter's music .... but that has changed since I've started listening to you a few years ago. Your lyrics and melodies deeply resonate with my heart ... the perspectives you have and the way you use scripture in songs. I've always thought the best way for me to memorize scripture was to put it to song, so thanks! I praise GOD for His work through you. I also LOVE your songbook... perfect for my voice range :) If you ever do another songbook with your latest albums, I'd be the first to purchase one! May God continue to bless and inspire you for His eternal purposes! Also, I saw you in Springfield IL and heard about the Rwanda trip coming up in March. I'd be interested in more information, if possible. Thanks again and blessings to you and yours -Nicole Oh, and it was special to hear your parents sing! What a wonderful legacy of song!

Lacey January 01, 2010 • 09:03 PM

Hello Sara! My fiance and I are getting married this coming August and one of our favorite songs is your song, Song of Solomon. We would REALLY like to use this in our wedding, but understand that the music is not available. The song seems to be a perfect description of what we would like our marriage to stand for. We would love it if it could be part of our day. Is there any way you could help us get a copy of your music? Thanks!

Christian Kiedrowski January 01, 2010 • 05:52 PM

Hey Sara! Some friends and I are attempting to do your song, "You are the Sun", for a talent show at school. We were wondering if you had any resources for music (We're really struggling on getting the ending chords for the last chorus). We were wondering if you could help us out? E-mail me - Thanks

megan December 30, 2009 • 08:36 PM

I was able to see you in person at a womens retreat in Lancaster, PA a few years ago. I loved how you shared about the history of your songs. For me the song that still resinates with me is "Painting pictures of Egypt" I would LOVE to know the backgroud for that song. I am a wife, mom of three under 13, and I volunteer at the local pregancy resources center (I hang out with mom's who chose to keep their babies and we talk about what it is like to be a mom and I share with them about my relationship with Jesus) Thank you for you encouragement thru music. May God richly bless you!

Pat December 30, 2009 • 01:31 PM

Sara, Thanks for calming my heart and mind today. I was completely wrapped up in the world today, but your music is helping me to calm back down. Thank God for the beautiful gift that is you!

Stephanie December 29, 2009 • 06:38 PM

Hello - I recv'd the "tell me what you know" cd from a coworker after my grandma died and it helped me a great deal... now for christmas, i recv'd the fireflies & songs and I LOVE the version of "It is well". Is there anywhere I can get the arrangement or lyrics? It is just SO BEAUTIFUL. I've been brought to happy tears. Keep up the great work, Sara! God's Blessings to you & your family :-)

Sarah Balogh December 28, 2009 • 06:10 PM

Hi Sara, I found your music a couple of years ago and ever since I have been an avid fan. I am a mother of two small children, and as you know there are many days and nights where life is hard. I often put your music on to encourage me in my faith, to sing along to and to be reminded of the hope we have in Christ. I can not tell you how much God has blessed me through your music, how I have been encouraged to press on through the tears, and joys. Your music is an ever constant love in my everyday life and through it you are not only blessing me but also my children and family. I thank God for the way he has gifted you and for the way he loves me through you. Even from the other side of the world, I live in NSW Australia! But like the Bible says, No one can grasp how long, deep and wide the love of Christ is!Thank you and may God bless you, Your sister in Christ, Sarah Balogh (and my family, Akos, Lucinda and Mishka)

Caryl December 27, 2009 • 07:27 PM

Im sitting on my couch with tears in my eyes and "Song for my Sons" is blaring thru my stereo. To be brief, I have been listening to your music since your Conversations CD. Your music has helped me thru multiple battles.I found out I was pregnant out of wedlock on Dec. 26,2007. I was not with the father and terrified -even though i was 29. I kept her & God has changed my life dramatically b/c of my daughter, His grace, His desperate pursuit to show me He is the only way, and your music. Now, I am a single mom with a extreme battle on my hands. I would love to share specifics privately with you if there is anyway I can get this information to you for your prayers and possibly your help. THank you for your songs. They are what I put on 24/7 these days to praise Him and cry out before Him. Your music has changed my life. Beauty from Ashes - Caryl

Reg December 27, 2009 • 10:32 AM

Just wanted to send you a quick note of encouragement. Your song 'When the Saints' is so inspiring and powerful. Thank you.

Erich December 26, 2009 • 10:38 AM

Thanks again, Sara- for the honesty, the tenacity, the openness, and above all, the hope that flows through your songs. God calls to me through your music, grounding me when I feel that I'm in middle of a pathless sea. "I cannot make it/and I cannot fake it/and I can't afford it/but it's mine." Grace beyond my wildest dreams, more than enough. Have a blessed year!

Cara R December 26, 2009 • 09:10 AM

I just wanted to say thank you Sara for your beautiful words. My college roommate introduced me to you back in 2001 and you have traveled with my family and I since then. I just recently was married (April 2009) and your words have been an encouagement me to me through all the breakups and loneliness when I was convinced I'd never get married and then in the joy of finally getting there. My husband and I danced to "Fly" and are now packing up to move to a new area (he's a pastor) and once again, I was touched by your song "It's True" as I remember what's really important. Thank you.

Wendy LeBlanc December 25, 2009 • 05:56 PM

Hi Sara, I just finished watching your Nomad DVD (Just showed up for my own life). I could so relate as I am getting ready to go to Senegal, Africa myself at the end of April 2010. I also will leave my three young children. The Lord has been preparing me for a music ministry and I definetely feel that this trip is a huge part of the molding that is taking place in my heart as He reveals the calling. Thank You for sharing your story. I have been feeling a lot of mixed emotions but I know He has called me to go and so I will!! May God continue to bless you throughout this wonderful journey. Wendy:)

Shari Rightmer December 25, 2009 • 04:48 PM

Hi Sara, I came across you voice by watching "The Ultimate Gift" a favorite movie of mine. Due to many losses, I just recently came from Bunk #11 Homeless Shelter and when I listened to your song, "Something Changed" I cried, because the words seem as though you were singing my heart. I have a web site with my story and newspaper article: www.ShariRightmer.com and have a link to this song and wanted to know if it was okay with you to share you, God, from my web site. My life is so wonderful and I thank you for sharing your gift and passion to the world. With All I Am in Love, Shari

Julie Baker December 25, 2009 • 12:49 PM

Hello Sara, Melody, Troy, Zack, Ben and Aaron, My husband and I saw all of you for the 2nd time on Dec. 19th in Indianapolis. Your show was our Christmas gift to each other. I wanted to let all of you know how much we enjoy the music you make. We have been listening for about 3 years now and your talent, your ministry is such a big part of our lives. We have four children, we homeschool, we both work and your music is so relevant and so real to ordinary people like us. Our family is continually blessed by the gift God has given all of you. We did hope you would mention something about Ben and how he is doing. When we saw you in Terre Haute almost 2 yrs ago you mentioned that he was very soon to be a first-time daddy. Jerry and I have thought of him often ever since. There is nothing like the first one. (except maybe the 2nd, 3rd, 4th...) God Bless Jerry and Julie Baker

Beth McMillan December 25, 2009 • 12:08 PM

Sara, Merry Christmas. Our family went to your O Holy Night concert in Springfield, IL, and we were so blessed by your voice, band and the Spirit's presence in that church. You couldn't tell you had been on the road for over 2 weeks. The band's music was so beautiful. I felt like I have so much in common with you, as I was born Oct 3 of 1972, lived in a really old house like you growing up,we have 3 children (14,10,6) in the throws of raising them, have 2 parents who loved the Lord, and have had several marital struggles in the 15 years we've been married, but God has always been faithful to get us thru the hard times. I picked up your new release the day before the concert, and love the music and messages that relate to friends in the Lord , marriage, and kids!!! I hope that you have a time of refreshing this Christmas season, and enjoy your family. It was extra special having your parents there, you all singing together. My parents love to sing and mom plays the piano,(choirs) but I have never thought of just singing with them when we are together. I'll have to do that, they would love that!!! It's so neat to see how you honor your parents, and grandparents. Blessings, Beth McMillan

Dana December 24, 2009 • 04:32 AM

Thanks for all your wonderful lyrics and songs--I used to listen to you in college. I'm not sure what happened to many of my CDs, but I saw you in Fremont, Ne this past fall with friends of Rachel's, and right away remembered many of your songs from a decade ago--I was so excited to remember! Now I listen to your music again quite a bit and feel very inspired to do more for Jesus. Grace and blessings to you and your family this Christmas!

Nancy December 23, 2009 • 09:07 AM

Hi Sara Your voice is an incredible gift from God. Our church performed "Breath of Heaven" as part of the Christmas program. When will the sheet music be available? God bless you and your family this Christmas and always. Nancy Richards

John Thomson December 22, 2009 • 08:38 AM

Thank you Troy and Sara. While I know Lloyd and Nita and Mom Carter would deflect the honor to God, I have always wanted to express my appreciation to them for what they have meant to Mary and me. I don't know if they will get to hear any of what I shared but you can tell them. You gave me a special way to do so. Our little Charlie (2 yr. old grandson) will be a sheep in this years play as he was last year, after his birth (in the month of October) he was 'baby Jesus' in '07. Merry Christmas to you all.

Russ Schwartz December 21, 2009 • 08:51 PM

My wife and I went to your Christmas concert in Wanamaker (Indianapolis), Indiana. Ruth has long been a fan of your music, and I gave the concert tickets to her as an early Christmas present. What a special evening it was! You were so generous to share videos and stories of your family, to allow Melody do a few solos (we bought her album!), and to allow us to worship with you in song. Please come and see us again soon! -- Russ

Pam December 21, 2009 • 12:57 PM

What a beautiful worship time last night! God works in many situations and through numerous people....God has used your music over and over again to speak to my heart and provide quiet in times of chaos. Thank you for using the gifts God has given you to impact the lives of others. Merry Christmas to you and your family (and remember to keep humming along as you reset the daily pins).

Jason Merrill December 21, 2009 • 08:48 AM

I went to your conference in Indianapolis, IN. It was awesome!!! Thanks for beming so down to earth. Best of all thanks for loving and promoting Jesus.

Ed Tibbits December 21, 2009 • 07:51 AM

Sara and family, My wife and I were at your show in Sprinfield Il.last night. This was a night to remember, you opened your heart and life to us in a unique and meaningful way. God was tugging on our hearts. I especially enjoyed the phone interview with the fellow in Chicago. It is encouraging to see how God interacts with us when we are faithful. I heard about you doing the concerts in Prison and think that is awesome! I too have done time in prison and was a homeless alcoholic before coming to the Lord 8 years ago. I recently graduated from Central Christian College of the Bible in Moberly, MO and am now attending Seminary at Lincoln Christian University. I have been a fan of yours since I first saw you in Peoria, Il. in 2002.When I was just a babe in Christ. I feel like I know you even though we have never met; my wife and I were so moved last night we sponsored a child, a first for us. Blessings Forever and Merry Christmas, Ed & Janel Tibbits

Daniel Nixon December 21, 2009 • 07:20 AM

I have recently posted a video on YouTube with your song Tent in the Center of Town. The images are of my parents tent crusades in Australia in the 1950's. The tune and lyrics of your song are truly inspiring and I thank you for them. I hope my parents are blessed for their Godly work 60 + years ago.

Faith December 20, 2009 • 06:10 AM

Thank you for a wonderful concert in Maple Grove, Sara! You are an incredible blessing to me and have been a spiritual mentor to me. Thank you for your obedience through your music and your involvement with those in need. Because of the promptings I received from the Holy Spirit during your concert, I have sponsored a child through Food for the Hungry. THANK YOU for leading the way. May God bless you and your family. Faith

Adam and Katie McDaniel December 19, 2009 • 08:12 PM

Just saw the O Holy Night Tour. Thank you for letting God use you. The truth in the songs you write and the words you speak pierce the heart. We are continually ministered to by your music. Thank you for coming to Indianapolis! You are an answer to prayer.

Michelle Bogda December 19, 2009 • 07:51 PM

I heard Sara for the first time at a MOPS convention. I bought two albums. Station Wagon Songs and Tell me what you know. This week a friend died. She was 38 years old and mother to 6 beautiful children ages 3-13. 5 boys, and finally a girl. I remember Sara talking about how special it was to have a daughter. The funeral for my friend, Sara, was Friday December 17th. Before the funeral, I was grieving and thinking. I pulled out Tell me What you Know. "Song for my sons" is the first song and it really helped me think about how God is still good even when we don't understand the events that are happening around us. I want to thank Sara Groves for reminding me of the HOPE that believers have even during the death of a loved wife, mother and friend. THANKS SO MUCH! God bless you and your work as an artist.

Paris December 18, 2009 • 08:06 PM

Sara, I watched with my children just a few of your videos on youtube and was moved by the things you shared from your heart. I am sorry to say I had never heard any of your music before that I could remember. But today I watched a video of Brandon Heath "Love Never Fails" which you appeared in. I enjoyed your sound and decided to find out more about you and your music, and I was glad that I did. You have such a graceful way to make a difference in others lives and to contibute back with the gifts from the heart which I am proud to see that you have and still do. My children and I enjoyed your messages of love and hope. I encourage you to continue the work before you spreading the love of God. I could also see that you were sharing the love of your own heart as well. You do not know us but you blessed our lives today and that is a rare gift indeed. My story is no different than most who suffer in this world other than God found me at the time I needed someone the most and blessed my life, as he continues to with the gift of each new day I recieve. I use my time as well to touch as many lives as I can every day even if its just one that I reach. I am a single father who 6 1/2 years ago was givin the news that I had a terminal form of cancer for which there is no cure. Then the only thing that I thought held my life together was my family and the world around us destroyed that too... just after finishing chemo that didn't work and facing then a personal choice to try a new form of radiation, with some success of knocking back the cancer growth, matters still got worse, but I still held on even when I felt I had nothing left to hold on too, God still held on to me. He took me on a very difficult journey but tought me the difference between believing in and having faith and actually living my faith. For this I believe his gift to me has been each new day for it is a new chance to make a difference, to watch my children grow and share just a little more love with others. Love is something that is lost or a stranger to others and the word has no meaning to most anymore. Love is not how well you say it or articulate it.... but how well you share it and live it every day. The only way others see God today is if they see him in you. It is the same with His love, others don't truely see it until they see it in you. My grandmother told me many years ago that the reason we all search for it and want it so much is because it was the closest thing we had to true magic in this world. Sharing Gods love is just that. That is something I was able to see in you just through your videos and I found the way you open your heart to the world a joyful and refreshing thing see. No matter how much or how little more time God allows me to be givin, it was important for me to share this moment of my life with you so you know you touched our lives today. I encourage you to continue on even when you feel you cant, or when you feel your life has reached its darkest moment, trust me when I say God is still holding you, for love is the very foundation and cornerstone of everything in Christ. So, thank you for the opportunity to leave these few words of encouragement, I pray a prayer of continued joy, peace and showers of blessings over your life and the lives of your family tonight, be safe, be well, and most of all be blessed. Paris

Sherry December 18, 2009 • 08:34 PM

Please come back to Texas. The only time I saw you was the art, music & justice tour. You only sang a few songs, and I cried with joy the whole time. Would love to have you back in the Dallas area or anywhere within a day's driving distance!

nate December 18, 2009 • 07:35 PM

Hi sara, I was at your concert, in Alex last night. WOW! I wasn't familiar with your music, so I wasn't prepared for what I was to hear. You guys were great! Keep up the outstanding job!

Ted Decker December 18, 2009 • 07:42 PM

I'm in the Philippines and just purchased your Christmas album from iTunes. I found you by accident on AOL Radio -- I've been streaming Christian Christmas music. I first tried to find you on Limewire (sorry) and when I couldn't, I tried iTunes and also got a couple of songs from mp3codes.com . I spent the first 30 years of my life in Duluth, moved to Florida, and now have a new family here. Keep the great music coming. Bless you and your family!

Misty December 18, 2009 • 04:53 PM

Hi Sara...you have some wonderful music that soothes my soul! Could you tell me, though, what is "All Right Here" about? I guessed the Bible, but I could be wrong. Thanks and God bless!

Charlotte Gale December 18, 2009 • 01:37 PM

Sara, I first stumbled on your music when I was listening to Christian artists on Rhapsody. This last year I experienced God's powerful saving grace and it has inspired me to write a book. "Something Changed" melted my heart when I heard it because it expressed so clearly what had happened to me. God saved me on Ash Wednesday of all days. My story's main theme is about guilt and forgiveness. I'm wondering if you have a song that you have written about this. I had an abortion at a very young age and kept the secret for over 20 years. I know God has introduced me to your music and I am seeking the perfect song to reflect the theme of my book. I love the song Add To The Beauty but it doesn't quite fit. God Bless and keep on writing! Charlotte Gale

Phil December 17, 2009 • 02:22 PM

Saw you and the band in Niles Oh Sunday night. Great times! Funny how this works, a couple weeks ago I was asked to help with the prison ministry here in Indiana Pa and wouldn't you know Sunday night you talked w/someone touched deeply by prison ministry. I never gave it a thought about doing this type of ministry, but now I wonder, could it be I was there Sunday for a reason, God's subtle orchestration of individual lives, What a bizarre/beautiful God we have, that would take an interest in me. Dec 23th Christmas service at the county Jail, pray for us. Please P.S. I actually came to see Ben. I love Ben's work, I know him via P Baloche, Thanks Ben for the few minutes we talked, you can't imagine.

Brian Dalrymple December 17, 2009 • 12:43 PM

Hi Sara - just wanted to thank you for Child of Love. My 16yo daughter performed it during our church Christmas program, and it brought tears to my eyes.

Aaron Gibson December 17, 2009 • 11:21 AM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to tell you that your music has been a major part of my life and household. You have a depth of insight from the Lord that cuts through so much garbage and just make you think, or laugh or cry. Thank you!

Donna Wojculewski McIlvaine December 16, 2009 • 12:58 PM

Sara, Just wanted to tell you what a blessing your music has been to my daughter and me. I grew up in Chestnut Assembly of God with your Grandfather as my pastor and his family, including your mother, (and your father), as part of my family for all of my childhood. I met your Aunt Ruth a couple of years ago, she told us about you, and we immediately went out and purchased your music. (I knew the talent in your genes!) We've been fans ever since. I'm so sorry we missed you the last time you were here and look forward to your return. May God richly bless you and your family, especially your parents, during this Christmas season. Donna Wojculewski McIlvaine

Karan Armstrong December 16, 2009 • 11:11 AM

I heard your program yesterday on Moody radio and heard about the panic attacks. I agree with you that it's painful, but boy, will you grow. I had them for many years before they were "fasionable" and everyone was having them. I had to cling to God every time I got up to sing in the choir or in an ensemble. He NEVER failed me. I feel like a recovered alcoholic in that I will never say I am "over it" but a recoverying person who has to cling to him every day, every minute. What glorious things you will learn.

Randy White December 16, 2009 • 09:43 AM

Sara, keep going. You are making a difference. I am using your music, especially "When the Saints" to invite students to get trained for transformational ministries in mega slums through Bakke Graduate University. We are training modern saints for ministry in the hardest places on earth, and your music speaks to the heart's longing for harmony with the purposes of God, His passion for justice. Thank you. - Dr. Randy White

Melanie December 16, 2009 • 08:23 AM

Hello Sara. What a blessing your music and lyrics have been to me over the last 15 years. I began listening to your music when you were a part of "Out of the Grey" when I was in college. I've now been married for 15 years and have 3 children. The last 2 years I have been experiencing what I now recognize as panic attacks. I was driving down a dark country road one evening when returning home from work. I then heard you Moody Live being interviewed....discussing your recent bout with panic attacks. I was absolutely speechless! I have had a hard time acknowledging that I was experiencing panic attacks, as I am a happy mother and wife with 3 wonderful children, good job, and have been a christian my whole life.....what on earth would I have to be anxious about???? Well, hearing that someone like you, who has had a ministry that overcomes listeners with the peace, love, and hope of Christ....could be struggling with anxiety was let's say.....releasing for me. I pray everyday that God takes these anxious moments from me, so that I don't have to fear it anymore. God Bless you for being so transparent, it truely does speak to your listeners. God blessed me this week with 2 free CD's of your latest hits AS WELL AS 4 free tickets to your benefit concern in Indianapolis in 3 days! The Holy Spirit nudged me to call in to my local radio station to win these giveaways on my way to work.....I was obediant....and now I've been double blessed not only from your testimony but with free music & tickets from you! ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!! God is so good and SO faithful.....just further confirmation that if I hold on to God's promises, he will bring healing into my life.

Kurtis Funk December 16, 2009 • 08:16 AM

Sara My wife continues to take me to your concerts whenever you are remotely in the area...most recently at the Hershey Free Church. You are her favorite artist, and I can tell why...you are so sincere at heart. I truly appreciated that. The thing that most caught my attention was when you talk about the village in Africa you travel to each and every year with a group. I too have been to Africa for a 2 week stint entering my junior year of college, it changed my life for the better...one of those eternal changes. Since this time, I have been trying to get my wife to go as well. As soon as your husband Troy mentioned that you take people with to Rwanda, I felt an immediate tug on my heart. I would love for my wife to be apart of such a trip. She has such a heart for missions and serves with me in our ministry whole heartedly(I am a youth pastor). I could think of no better thank you or reward for her to be able to send her to a place where she has often wanted to go...especially since I had such a life-changing experience. We could raise the funds for her to go, but only for one of us, which is why I would love for you to consider taking her with on the trip this March. Mission's is something that she is passionate about, and part of my job as her husband is to encourage those types of passions. I feel very awkward writing this on a guestbook wall, but it is really the only way, lol. I guess if you don't respond, that simply means this was not the right time for Kelly (my wife) to go. With that said, she would help your team tremendously...she is incredible. I know this is a shot in the dark, but I couldn't stop thinking about it, so I had to do something. It would be the ultimate meaningful Christmas gift. Thanks. Godbless, Kurt Funk email address. kurt@palmyrabic.org

Robin Reed December 15, 2009 • 06:43 PM

Dear Sara-You're music continues to heal, soothe & uplift me. These are the sacred lyrics to "Have Yourself A Merry/Blessed Little Christmas" by Hugh Martin: Christmas Future is far away Christmas Past is past Christmas Present is here today Bringing joy that will last Have yourself a blessed little Christmas Christ the King is born Let your voices ring upon this happy morn Have yourself a blessed little Christmas Serenade the Earth Tell the world we celebrate the Savior's birth Let us all proclaim the joyous tidings Voices raised on high Send this carol soaring up into the sky, This very merry blessed Christmas lullaby. Let us gather to sing to Him And to bring to Him our praise Son of God and a Friend of all To the end of all our days Sings hosannas, hymns, and hallelujahs As to Him we bow Make the music mighty as the heav’ns allow And have yourself a blessed little Christmas now.

Joe Shively December 15, 2009 • 01:51 PM

Ok, I'm an older guy, comtemplating life and the mysteries therein. I'm driving on I-40 somewhere between Wilmington and Raleigh North Carolina. I was bored with myself and decided to listen to the van radio. I kept smashing the "seek" button coming up with things I have heard over and over, all not suiting my mood. It was somber. The weather was dreary and cold, but my spirit wasn't as damp as the ground outside. Suddenly I hear you Sara, for the first time. Girl, you have my ear, and as soon as I get home, my wife's as well. God Bless you and your gift Sara!!!

Joe Shively December 15, 2009 • 01:51 PM

Ok, I'm an older guy, comtemplating life and the mysteries therein. I'm driving on I-40 somewhere between Wilmington and Raleigh North Carolina. I was bored with myself and decided to listen to the van radio. I kept smashing the "seek" button coming up with things I have heard over and over, all not suiting my mood. It was somber. The weather was dreary and cold, but my spirit was not dampened. Suddenly I hear you Sara, for the first time. Girl, you have my ear, and as soon as I get home, my wife's as well. God Bless you and your gift Sara!!!

Molly Tomashek December 15, 2009 • 01:00 PM

Treasured memories, treasured jewel I want to keep you close to me. Little fingers that fit in my hand, I want to keep you close to me. To touch your apple-dumpling cheeks, To trace the curls around your face, To smell your baby skin as you nestle in my arms, To see you dream in blissful sleep, Without a care in the world, To wonder what you’re dreaming, to wonder what you’re dreaming. Treasured memories, treasured jewel I want to keep you close to me. Little fingers that fit in my hand, I want to keep you close to me. But I must let you go to soar, To soar with your own wings. I must watch you face your trials and let you fail. How hard it is to see Your children walk away, But I know into Whose Hands I let you go… God’s treasured possession, His treasured jewel Please keep them close to You. Little fingers, now the same as mine, Please keep them close to You. And now I know why my mom still says, “Call when you get there.” And why she still wants a kiss before I go. Why she still cries with me, When things don’t go my way, And she celebrates every time I win. I’m Your treasured possession, treasured jewel, Please keep me close to You. My little fingers in Your Hand, Please keep me close to You, Please keep me close to You. Someday I would love to hear your voice singing this song that God gave me.- Molly Tomashek Green Bay, WI

Thomas December 15, 2009 • 11:33 AM

Sara, I heard you on Mid-Day and wanted to encourage you that your willingness to share from your heart makes a real difference. Someone (Tozar?) said something like, "the only person God can use mightily is someone who God has wounded mightily." Well, your wounds are being used. One of your songs was used in my life in a mighty way while my wife and I were separated. Our 23 year marriage was dead and each of us were camped out in our self 'rights-ness'. We were going to a third counseling session that promised to be the last ever as the two prior had been a total waste. Somehow Bob sensed this was it, so he shared an exercise with us that amazing-gracefully got us to see our own wickedness while also seeing the hurt in our partner. When we left that day we agreed that perhaps there was a very small chance that we just might someday have a slightly restored relationship. The next day I was driving and for the first time listened to your song 'Hope'. The tears just blew out of me. A couple weeks later I got to share it with my wife and this year we got to celebrate our 25th anniversary together. All praise to our great and gracious Savior Jesus the Christ!

Liliana December 15, 2009 • 11:26 AM

Hi Sara, i thank you for your openness in sharing your most recent bout with anxiety/panic attacks, through Moody, Mid-Day Connection. I too recently experienced and as I dealt with mine I was told to take antidepressants, I was very leery about doing so, so I cried out to God and by his grace I felt he took to me to look up symptoms of Menopause. Wouldnt you know it,since Dec 08 I have opted for vitamis and Fish oil through an exclusive website I found and its been magnificent for my life. I am once again focused, alert, and feeling so much more healthy. My prayer walk with God is so much more enlifting and I am delighted by his discernment that morning I reached and asked for his help. God is faithful. I pray through your journey our good Lord Jesus Christ will carry and lead you back to where you once were before they started. God bless you and all you do for God through your music. Love, sister in Christ, Liliana

danyell December 15, 2009 • 06:43 AM

hi how r u doing my name is danyell and im a mother of 5 children and a grandson i was siting at the computer and just started crying because of what me and my children are going though and feeling just tired of faceing problems and something began to speak to me and say type in the computer it is going to be all right and i did so and up came a lady by the name of sara groves and she was singing a song saying everythings going to be all right and i never knew about nor heard her before but it was so amazin and a warm feeling of faith came over me and and tears started streaming down my face and i just began to feel encourage me and my children lost our home because we had to move out of it because the county we lived in said it wasnt fit to live in and that if the repairs was not done on it by a deadline the county gave us me and my children would have to move out of our home the county we lived in gave us november 23,2009 to move out if the repairs wasnot done and my landlord couldnt aford to get them fixed so we had to move not knowing where we was going i with 5 children and a grandson tryed to find shelter with friends it was really hard for me because lots of people dont want to take in a big family like mine they hinted off to me and said that they will give me and my children a couple of weeks then now we were faced with another deadline i super worried not really knowing if i can really take care of my children and not wanting us to be split up as of today we are still awaiting a home barely surviving as a mother i feel helpless because i cannot really help my children and if you ever had children you would know what i mean. My children want a happy christmas but we dont have one or no money Im a poor mother but i try to make ends meet and be the good mother with my abilty please if u read this story about me and my children please find it in your heart to help us have a blessed happy merry christmas at least and it will give us more hope on waiting on our hopefully home that we get please miss.sara groves sincerly danyell may god continue to do a great work in and out ur life

Candace Raines December 15, 2009 • 06:35 AM

Hello Sara, I read you often do not get to read these entries, but I do write in the hopes that this will somehow reach you. First, I would like to thank you for willingness to be guided by the spirit through the poetic melodies of your music. As a writer you are truly gifted at writing music with message, meaning and signficance. I first was introduced to you when I began visiting a small church plant, called Peachtree Community Church in Villa Rica, GA. The pastor's wife came up to me one Sunday and shared openly about how to truly walk with Christ. She spoke about accountability, truth, the Word, and even music. She handed me your CD, and told me the importance of surrounding yourself with the Lord. "Awakening" was on this CD, and as I let the words seep into my soul, it became apparent to me, that I had developed a false representation of Christ. "Awakening" was indeed an awakening. Never in my 29 years of life, have I had a song impact me so prevolent than yours. My journey, (like many) is complex, and I have a testimony that could probably take up this entire guest book. But I wanted to thank the person who's songs and music impact my life on a daily basis, and that what you do matters. I pray that one day, I will be able to see you perform in person. So if you ever head to Georgia, I will be there. God bless, and please continue to share his message as you have so brillantly done... In Christ, Candace

Michele December 14, 2009 • 10:29 PM

Hi Sara, Just saw you perform at the Cup in GB, WI. You and the group were great! I didn't get a chance to talk to your husband about your mission trip in March. Any way that you or someone might send me some info? When in March are you going? How much does it cost to go? How long are you there? I am very interested and would like to speak with one of you if possible. Please email me and maybe we could speak soon. Michele

Lisa Smith December 14, 2009 • 07:36 PM

Sara et al., My husband and I attended your concert in Des Moines last week. Wow. What a blessing to see and hear you in person! Your music has been an integral part of our marriage, our relationships with God and a new journey in our life. My husband, Rob, recently answered a call to attend seminary. We have become a one income family as he attends school full time. This has been a huge challenge for our family. Rob is away 3 days out of the week and I am a single parent to our boys (8 and 5). Your music has given us strength and encouragement over the last few months. You seem to have written songs with messages just for us :) I often find myself in tears driving to work as I listen to lyrics that really hit home for the moment. Thank you for all you do and for your love of God and our neighbor. Please keep writing and singing. Blessings, Lisa Smith Williamsburg, IA

jacque lother December 14, 2009 • 06:57 PM

We so appreciate your music. Your new Christmas album is great and we would like to use two of the songs for our Christmas Dinner Theatre at Hope Community Church in Corcoran, MN. We have been looking on line for a chord chart for "It Came Upon a Midnight Clear", but cannot find anything. Would it be possible to purchase a download of the chart? The other song we would appreciate purchasing is "To Be With You". Of course we need this asap! Thanks for considering this request. God bless your awesome ministry!!!!!!

Mary Luebke December 13, 2009 • 07:52 PM

Sara, I first heard of you and your music at the Hearts at Home conference in Rochester MN 2006 or 07?. The Friday night Moms Night Out concert had me singing and crying and spiritually enriched. I couldn't wait to hear you again the next day. My favorite song of all time is You are the Sun. It made me realize as a photographer that I am inspired not only by God's beautiful sunlight but more importantly by His LIGHT! I turn to your music to be inspired and bring or keep a good mood. My 7yr old daughter and 4 yr old son love your music also. It's wonderful to listen to something we all enjoy in the car. I am wishing I still lived in Eagan so I could know you as a Mom friend and gab endlessly about God and Kids. Thank you for the great music and may God continue to bless your career! Mary

Mark Levandowski December 13, 2009 • 01:16 PM

48 hours prior to the Green Bay show I had no knowledge of you or your music. Thanks to the movie" The Ultimate Gift" and the closing song "Somethings Changed" with the help of my computer and Google, I sat 20 feet away from possibly as close to an angel as one can get. Your voice and talent is an inspiration to all who care to listen.I do hope one day to meet you and inspire you with a different incredible story that has nothing to do with Religion and has everything to do with being where you are at any given time.

Scott Tomashek December 12, 2009 • 06:42 PM

Thank you for your concert in Green Bay last night. My wife and I got out for our first date in four months. It was great to spend it at the cup and hear you (and the band) share your music. Especially for sharing stories and videos of your family, which is pretty rare for performers. With four kids at home, we could really relate to the song "Setting Up the Pins". Thank you also for sharing the stage with Melody Olson. The first time I saw you in concert, you were with Micahel Card performing at our church. It struck me that you've taken that opportunity and now passed it on to another person. Very cool.

Sara December 12, 2009 • 02:03 AM

Hi Sara, I really appreciate your music. I have recently listened to more of you songs after I looked up Something Changed from "The Ultimate Gift." It has really touched me. I have been going through a lot of changes in my life in the past few years, and your music is so reassuring. Thank-you. Sara

sudeep December 11, 2009 • 11:33 PM

Hi sara, I love you. I truly love you. Your songs from conversations have helped me a lot in my own spiritual battles. Many times I broke into tears worshiping the lord. This is from when I was in 11th grade. I was struggling with a defeat which was the dream of my life. When my world is shattered the holy spirit comforted my soul through those wonderful, deep, meaningful, soulful songs. Sara you dont know how much I love that album. And when I was doing my engg at college, the only thing that spoke to my hindu room mate is your music album, not my preaching nor taking him to church. I might not be able to meet you personally here and embrace you and break down in tears in gratitude but one day in heaven I will see you, and I will come running to you and say thank you!! Thank you my sister... I love you!!! I will be praying for your ministry!!

Kristy December 11, 2009 • 09:23 PM

Hi Sara, I was at your concert in Des Moines. Thank you so much for braving the storm and roads to make it. It was so refreshing to hear your music and stories. I have always felt like your lyrics described so many of the things I was experiencing and feeling but couldn't describe. Your music has meant so much to me for years. Please come back soon!

Tiffany December 11, 2009 • 03:25 PM

Hi Sara! I love you and your family because of your gifts!! I cannot find your version of "Breath of Heaven". Please have someone let me know how to get/find it...Thanks!

Linz December 11, 2009 • 09:56 AM

Dear Sara, I saw your concert in Des Moines last night. I was going to stay late to meet you, but due to the weather had to see to it that a friend got home safely. I won't bore you with my long story and as it sounds you don't see these much anyway, but I got back from a year ago from Baghdad where I was a medic. It's a long story what happened and one that shouldn't be posted here. I used to listen to your music on my iPod to drown out the mortar fire I fell asleep to every night. I'll just say that your concert last night profoundly stilled my soul, and the reminders of all the little truths in your songs made every part of me breathe deeply and know that I'm going to make it. Perspective. That's what I drew from the moments you shared last night. Yes, I need to put all the tough moments into perspective and trust the faithful hand that brings them. He is faithful to complete what he already started. I wonder if anyone has said it yet of you, Sara- but it's true even though I know nothing of you personally: "you made it half as hard and twice as good".

Jacob Gardner December 11, 2009 • 07:28 AM

My wife and I were blessed enough to see you in Des Moines last night. I'm sure you've heard it before, but God has richly blessed us through you. My wife said your passion is infectious. We feel lead to use our gift of music at the local care center this Christmas. Thank you Sara, stay encouraged as you have encouraged us. The Gardners

Ian Reid December 10, 2009 • 08:03 PM

Dear friends. Please pray for our nine-year-old ministry (started in 2001) -- www.tjlit.org (Testifying Jesus’ Love in Truth). We make free resumes, teach free English weekly, and do free translations/interpretations in 17 languages to any church or organization that asks us to. We also give out 3000 tracts each week, and we get people who are abused, have mental illness and other problems into churches and places where they can receive help, and get kids into free dentists. We love the Lord, and love the ministry he has blessed us with. We are deeply committed to fighting racism and poverty. Please send us your prayers (Email: reachus@tjlit.org.), and pass our site to friends, missionaries and family, as there are many who are lonely; and, we are thrilled when Christians connect. As the world becomes more hostile towards Christians; it is essential that we connect. At the moment we are trying to set up a pen pal club so people from all over can write to others and develop friendships. Nobody should be lonely. If you read this and are lonely, please contact us and we will do our best to get you into a good church wherever you are in the world. Please also click on and read the Bible verse of the day, and say a prayer for us. Is there anyway we can help you? Please contact us. Praise God, contact us if you are lonely, and God bless you. To our American friends: Please read article 51 on our site “Things I love about America.” PS. Sorry to the person whose guestbook we have just signed. If we have taken up a lot of space and not commented, again, sorry. The fact that we have left a message is proof, in our opinion, that you are good. God bless you. Ian.

Angie December 10, 2009 • 07:43 PM

Sara, Hello from a fellow Minnesotan and teacher. I love your song Setting up pins! It's so incredibly true of life for everyone! You are an amazing artist, I enjoy all of your music! Keep up the great work! Thank you!!

Hannah December 10, 2009 • 04:01 PM

Sara, your music has moved me in a huge way. I just recently called off a wedding and ended a relationship that was so good and so wrong, it was the hardest thing i've done and this is the hardest pain i've felt, but there are so many of your songs that speak the truth about how i feel and encourage me to remember that God is always faithful. Thank you for your ministry!

jenna December 10, 2009 • 01:59 PM

Hi Sara, I'm not sure if you received the first note, but somehow I think it sent before I was ready...so sorry to repeat... I had a wonderful time at your concert on Tuesday. My husband surprised me. I didn't know we were going to your concert until we pulled in the parking lot. My heart has been inspired and challenged by your songs and words. We forgot to sign the email list in the lobby. We would love a copy of some of the music on your tour. I don't know if that is possible, but we'd be so grateful to be added to the list. Thanks!

Carol December 09, 2009 • 06:49 PM

We were so blessed by your concert in Hershey. I felt like This House could have been written for me. I was able to go through the old farmhouse & barn that I grew up in with my parents. It was very therapeutic & great to see a happy young family there even if my old bedroom was now a hunting showcase! I also have a Charlie Brown Christmas Tree on disply at my library circ desk. Loved the setting up the pins song & acoustic set. Thanks, Carol

Anna Marie December 09, 2009 • 04:06 PM

Hi Sara, your lyrics have been like a soundtrack to my walk and God has used them in so many ways I can not begin to start to explain. When are you coming to play in the UK? We would love to welcome you here sometime soon. : ) With love to you all and many thanks to God for the impact your ministry has on my life, my 2 daughters' lives and then the overspill onto others' too. We love you sister. x AM

Troy Whitman December 09, 2009 • 03:44 PM

Sarah, I really enjoyed your concert in Hershey, Pa. Thank you for coming. I would have gotten something from your table, but I couldn't afford anything due to lack of money. I'm disabled and get a Social Security check monthy, but most of my money helps my Stepfather keep out house bills paid since my Mother died in March of this year. I loved your music and Melody's. Feel free to email me anytime ok. Thanks! reigninson@hotmail.com

Angela Biggs December 09, 2009 • 09:39 AM

I've been listening to your music for years, but my husband surprised me with tickets for my first chance to see you live just this last weekend (Manchester, NH). Thank you so much for a great show! I was sad that the audience didn't seem very live (from where I was sitting anyway), but please know that at least one person in the crowd was participating and really delighted to be there! I picked up a couple of CDs on my way in, and spent the next day listening to Fireflies and Songs. That night, after a perfect evening at the concert just the night before, my husband and I had one of "those" fights. I walked into his office and just said "track 5". He came upstairs 20 minutes later. "That wasn't fair." "It took you twenty minutes to listen to one song?" "Three times." I really enjoy your music. Please keep it up! God bless.

Volker Zipprick December 09, 2009 • 09:11 AM

I knew it... I just knew it...I knew that when I brought my wife and younger daughters to your concert last night in Hershey, that we would be with a group of folks (your family/band) who were genuine believers in Jesus. Not only was the music a testimony to God's gift within you all, the way you handled that gift was a greater testimony to GOD within you all. Thanks for making sure that He got the glory. Thanks for deflecting attention from yourselves (although by the world's standards, you certainly "deserve" some attention) to your family, the brother from prison, the people in Rwanda. Karen, my wife, and I are very grateful to the Lord for fellow brothers and sisters such as yourselves with whom we can share the road together down here. Looking forward to singing together in heaven one day. Praying for you all...Volker Zipprick

Elizabeth December 09, 2009 • 07:29 AM

Hi Sara- I enjoy your music and love your interest in Rwanda. My family is currently seeking to adopt two children from Rwanda. This may be a very bold question but I thought it wouldn't hurt to ask (at worst I won't get a reply or the answer will be no and that is ok).... We are trying to raise money for our adoption and wondered if there was any way to purchase your most recent cd in bulk (maybe 100)and then re-sell them to friends and family to raise money for our adoption? We re trying to be really creative here. I could not find any other way to contact you or your manager. Thanks for your consideration!

G December 09, 2009 • 05:57 AM

Thanks so much for coming to Hershey last night. Our two hour drive became three hours going home through the snow, but it was well worth it. My older kids and my Dad and I came, and it was a trip we were really needing during this difficult time. My wife is in a rehab for a month--coming home just before Christmas is the hope and plan. She's actually a new huge fan, so I got your set (thanks for making it available as a set) with Melody's cd, too, for her for Christmas. I also left our children's cd for your children for them (and you and Troy) at your merch table. So, I hope you'll share the cd with your kids and that it'll be a blessing. It's our first and only cd, a bit rough, but we've had a tremendous response from kids around your kids' ages. It's amazing what our God can already do even in spite of addiction and codependency, and I can't wait to see what he does through a new season of recovering. Know that God has used your music in calling my wife into this recovering. I think it was I Just Woke Up To My Own Life (but definitely one of your songs--I'll have to ask) that God put on the playlist with 2 other songs one day that knocked her to the core... If Kirby (sp?) mentioned a boy at the concert who looked like him that he saw at intermission, it was probably my eldest (8-year old)--I was pretty surprised at their resemblence--and my son remarked about seeing him at intermission.

Rebecca Saylor December 08, 2009 • 09:22 PM

Thanks so much for coming to Hershey PA tonight!!! So many things at the concert touched my heart, can't list them all. Will convey two, that might belss your heart. One, I never heard of you until ssummer 2007 when I was making a disc of original music for a family gift, and my guitar/sound tech kept telling my songs were like yours...the day sent off my copyright application,and was cutting covers and stuffing inserts to my gifts,I got my hands on a copy of past the wishing...and instead of "Cd packging" at the kitchen table I lay down on my kitchen floor and just listened, a few times through the whole Cd ans said, "God can I talk to her?" And next time i went to cut and pack...you and Troy were on that family life program, talking about the things I would have liked to asked you... that same family life program the gentleman from Chicago referred to in the ph interview tonight...tried then to write in your guestbook but it got lost on space.Also, Tongight at intermission,my sound tech's wife was urging me to commit to a coffeehouse SOON...and then you had that little tear up about those early days...it meant alot to me, and spoke to my nearest and dearest about how it is not as easy to share for some of us,as it is to write... Thanks for being real and just who God made you, He is using your serve mightily...

Keith Stovall December 08, 2009 • 08:49 AM

Hello Sarah, I was just listening to one of your older songs on Pandora (I just woke up to my own life). I laughed because I don't know that I have identified with a song so much in a VERY LONG TIME. Great song. Thanks. Keith Stovall Brookhaven, MS

Amy December 08, 2009 • 08:39 AM

Hey! I just wanted to say thank you for your honesty. The most standout characteristic about your music, to me, is the honesty evident in all of your songs. It is inspiring. I have also thankfully been able to listen to your music during many a challenging time and over and over have felt encouragement and peace. I hope all is well for you and I will be praying for you and your family.

Dede December 07, 2009 • 06:05 PM

Sara, I have to admit I only heard a few of your songs on WHCF here in Bangor, Maine and I thought, "Geez, Nana would love her music." I bought tickets to bring my 90 year old grandmother and my sister. Unfortunately, my grandmother was too ill to attend (I gave my ticket to an unsuspecting couple who also received another ticket from another attendee)but my sister and I attended. You are awesome! I am so impressed with your whole show. My sister, recently lost her vision in the last year at age 41 and she loved the show-- she even felt like your use of video added to the show. I bought your CD's and I hope to send some to my cousin in Hugo, MN. I hope that your music will inspire here to seek out the Lord. You, Melody, Troy and the guys just made my holiday season--I can't wait to read your blog and maybe someday join your trip to Rwanda. You are truly a blessing from God!( I have played your "Toy Packagins" song for my 4 year old -- he loves it!)

monica December 07, 2009 • 10:33 AM

Thank-you for an amazing evening in Manchester NH last night - we just loved the whole night god bless!

Angela Feirick December 07, 2009 • 04:11 AM

Awesome!!!! We went to see Sara at Manchester Christian Church in Manchester, NH it was an awesome experience and such a blessing. I'm headed to Rwanda in Aug. of 2010 and it was great to see what was happening in that village....the tears.... and more tears.... I felt so honored that God chose me to go and serve there....and somehow it feels like I already know them. It feels like home :) Thank you everyone for a wonderful blessing last night. ( 12/6) Peace, Angela

DaveNH December 06, 2009 • 08:20 PM

Thank you for a wonderful, intimate evening with you, your family, and your band members this evening in Manchester New Hampshire. We arrived early enough to get our pick of seats and thoroughly enjoyed the music and life you shared with us. Your songs and music always touch me in new ways each time I hear and even more when I listen with God's ears. I brought home your new album with me and am listening to it now. I know I'll soon experience another journey through my heart. May you always find His light in your family and in your songs. - .dave. PS - Please tell the gentleman that mixed sound for you this evening that I was ultimately blessed by the best mix I've heard to date. The music was deep, rich, and well balanced - not too loud; many thanks!

Abby December 06, 2009 • 02:27 PM

Hi Sara,

Abby December 06, 2009 • 02:27 PM

Hi Sara,

Diana Caldwell December 06, 2009 • 06:40 AM

God Bless You, Sara & family. It was such a blessing to see you live in Bangor, Maine last nite, Dec. 5th. The snow began to fall just as we headed to see you at the church. The whole concert was moving; one could feel the presence of God. I was particularly touched by "This House." I'd just written a poem about my childhood house, now abandoned, was for sale, bought by people out of state. I'm sure they'll tear it down. I forgave the house of shame. I embraced the good memories there. It's no accident you wrote the song about your home & that I was to hear it. There's much sorrow & healing yet to happen. Embracing the pain, surrendering. Thank you, you're awesome in all that you do.

Helge December 06, 2009 • 12:58 AM

Thanks for yet another brilliant record. I have all of you cd's. They are the cornerstone of fine, good, deep thinking, helping through life, songs!!! The lord is really blessing us all, with the blessing he has given U. You are such a great songwriter/musician/artist ... and person, looking at your lyrics and hearing all you stories behind, you are so open and honest about you and Troy and friends. A truly true person. Awesome. 2 questions: 1, when will you be touring europe. Please come to Norway! and 2, "Flood", what a brilliant song (from the exclusives), where is the lyrics? This is really a great song! Thanks.

a husband December 05, 2009 • 08:36 AM

Me again. I got my fixed autograph from Sara in the mail and was once again thrilled that so many people would take the time to address what is really an insignificant issue in Gods grand plan. Your dedication has already inspired the folks I've shared the story with, and I look forward to sharing it more when it won't ruin the surprise. Many thanks and Merry Christmas to you all!

Kim December 04, 2009 • 09:18 PM

You are AWESOME!!!!! I was very moved by the show tonight~~I went there cause a friend asked me to go, I never thought that I would come out of there so touched, and blessed for all that I have!Thank You and your family and Band Members for making it a special night for me

Chrissie December 04, 2009 • 07:01 PM

Sara - Thank you for your NJ concert last night! Your reflections -- like your favorite line in "Oh Holy Night" -- were dearly put and revealed a contagious delight in the Lord. The evening was a great encouragement. I was particularly convicted by the portion of the evening where you focused on your travels and work in Rwanda. I studied Kinyarwanda and lived in Kigali for a semester in college before becoming a believer -- your concert gave a fresh lens for my experiences. I love how you have a vision for a concentrated impact in one village. I am interested in learning more about sponsoring a child but did not sign up at the concert. How can I sign up to support a child in Gisanga? Many blessings to you and your family!

Laura Wise December 04, 2009 • 01:44 PM

Hi! I purchased the pre-sale package (the one with the coffee, etc.) on November 4, and still have not received the package. I'm not sure how long it takes to ship things, depending on location of where it is being shipped, but I was just getting kind of worried since it's been a month. Could you possibly tell me if you have already shipped it, so I'll know when to expect it? I wanted to inform you in case you had already shipped it, so that you'd know that I hadn't received it. Thank you, Laura P.S. I don't have my shipping number on me at the moment.

naomi December 03, 2009 • 11:47 AM

I am a new listener of your music and do really enjoy. Was really wanting the sheet music to Toy Packaging and Cradle in Bethlehem. Are these printed? If not, is this printing in the works for the near future? Best of blessings and have a wonderful Christmas Season

Jeanmarie Joswick December 02, 2009 • 10:26 PM

Dear Sara, I don't have children.-I'm just saying, because that not only changes a marriage, but a lot of mom time would be devoted to your children. In light of that I am in a struggling marriage & the songs you write-my personal favorite-"When It Was Over"-feel like they are your expr. too. Please don't ever stop. Obivously this is one special God given talent that you are blessed with. You make me feel so good when I can sing along with your CD's. I feel like your a really good girl friend that I can have a Starbucks with & a good "chin wag". Your friend, Jeanmarie Joswick

Andrea Schultz December 02, 2009 • 05:37 PM

Sara - I was one of the three winners of your newest CD, "Fireflies and Songs" through Margaret Feinberg's website - exciting! It arrived in the mail today. I was pleasantly surprised to see you signed it with my name - even more special! I appreciate the gift God gave you,and am glad you use it for His glory! Blessings to you and yours this Christmas season and into 2010! Thanks - Andrea Schultz

Mary Ellen Geeslin December 02, 2009 • 03:26 PM

Hello Sarah!My husband and I pastor a church in Maryland. Six yrs, ago I randomly out headphones on in a boostore and listend to one of your CD's. It was so healingas in ministry we've been thru a lot of "goodbyes" as good church people leave for one reason or another. Your lyrics are so deep and so touching. A good friend and I will be going to the PA concert next Tuesday. My friend Lisa and I were there last yr. too. In July, Lisa's 42 yr.old husband was killed in a helicopter crash. Anguish for her, her 2 kids and also close friends. I feel like a silly "groupy" but is there any way that you could meet with us for payer for even 5 minutes? I understand the "pulls" of ministry and pls. forgive me of I seem so forward~ I just thought a hug and a prayer from you would be so healing for Lisa~ Your new CD is amazing~ how grateful I am for your music and heartfelt love for precious JESUS! I love you dear Sarah and I love your passiob for Justice!

Larry Sherman December 02, 2009 • 08:35 AM

I thank my Lord for what he is doing through you. It's such a blessing to know you have family backing you on your journey. Jesus, by your side and all around you. Merry Christmas to you, your husband and children. Larry & Lydia Sioux Lookout Ontario, Canada

Chris Wertz December 01, 2009 • 07:01 PM

Sara, I don't know when you will get this or if you will. I know you are very busy with your tour now. I wish I could come see you in Ia but it looks like I wont be able to. It upsets me that I can't. I know you have asked about me and I wish I could have just a few minutes out of the day to speak to you and let you know I am doing good. I am a soldier and have been now for 16yrs in service. I had a couple of breaks in service due to breaking my arm and after I returned from the Middle East for the second time i got a devorice after 13 yrs of being marrige. I have been in Law Enforcement now for 9 yrs and am a superviser now with the Randolph County Sheriff's Office in Huntsville Mo. I have a lot of life experiance in life and had learned alot from high school and growing up in the military. I love my life and my job's. I really feel I am doing what god has put in my heart to do, to help people, and this is how I do it. Sara its what I am good at. I am proud of how well you have done in your life and proud to be able to call you my friend. I have missed you these past years ans wish there was a way to see you again even just for minute. I am with a wonderful woman now and am engaged and hope to marry her soon. She is awsome Sara, I think you would like her. She makes me feel alive like never before. She has had hard times like I have in life but have battled through them and it feels great with her. I really hope you get to read this and maybe we can see each other or at least talk on the phone. My number is 660-651-3869, its my personal cell please keep it call me whenever. I am not currenly due to go back overseas yet but as a Military Police Officer that can change anytime. I have also applied for CID, Criminal Investigations Division, in the Army. We have a guard unit in Fulton Mo. My background investigation has started so if all goes good and I get in my chances for deployment will increase. I hope to hear from you. It will mean alot to me. I would love to be able to see you that would be even better, but I know you are on tour and its close to the holidays. E-mail me if you would like ctw560@yahoo.com. If you are ever near Huntsville Mo. call or drop in I will drop everthing to see you. I ll buy lunch. LOL! Again I have missed you and think about you alot and have for a long time. Hope to hear from you. Always Your Friend, Chris

Beth December 01, 2009 • 06:32 PM

After being a pastor's wife for 26 years and married for almost 30, my husband left me and my 9 year old daughter. Very alone and heartbroken, I constantly reminded myself that God is faithful and will see me through this. Your song "He's Always Been Faithful" is one I listen to everyday, sometimes over and over. It is my reminder that God is very near and cares about what I am going through. Thank you for a wonderful song about God's faithfulness to us especially in times of great need and pain.

Kim December 01, 2009 • 02:44 PM

I want to thank you for blessing me with your spiritual, uplifting , and comforting music.A few years ago I was in a bad space. A friend of mine gave me your CD. I have since purchased an earlier CD and plan on buying more. Thank you. You have a gift from God. God Bless you & yours, Kim

Sue December 01, 2009 • 09:33 AM

Sara, "Processing life." It wasn't so hard to do when life was predictable and I was in control, a supermom in my own realm. The Spirit of Christ lay hard on my heart though to want to know Christ, and see Him as the surpassing treasure, counting everything else as loss. Something beyond a life that looked right and made everyone happy. That prayer spawned a season of growth and change provoked by a disease process that is slowly eroding my health - no more supermom, just a person having to confront finally who I really am and move the focus from doing to being. Because I can't "do" anymore. Circumstances that I hate, but I love the pull to Christ. I first heard your music about the time the physical realities were hitting and life was changing; your songs have been with me all along this journey and oftentimes were my prayers as I sang along, or just cried or worshipped. Even in the really dark times, there is some truth that meets me in the most vulnerable places and strengthens, reminds me that there is always hope. My husband just gave me "Fireflies" for an anniversary present (27 yrs). Your gift for marrying realities with redeeming hope exhorts and encourages the body, and I am really thankful that your music intersects my life. I love to read, my family does also; your music notes have prompted me to check out stuff from the library and eventually add to ours. I look forward to conversatons when we eventually connect on a new earth. Take good care of your heart. I would only tell you that I am praying for you if I am. I am. May God richly bless and keep you.

Don Lohr December 01, 2009 • 08:08 AM

Sara, I wanted you to know that you have been such a big impact in my wife's life. You have helped her through some difficult times(the tragic loss of her Mother, etc). Your music has encouraged and inspired her. We first heard/saw you in concert many years ago, here in St augustine, FL. Ever since, she/we have been hug fans. So much that my wife's birthday is Sunday, Dec. 6th. so, when I saw that you were doing the Christmas concert in Hershey PA on Dec 8th, I am surprising her and we are flying from FL to Hershey, just to see you in concert!! She will be very excited. I hope we can see and chat with you for a second, after the concert. Thank you Sara! You rock our socks!!!

Laura Smith November 30, 2009 • 08:09 PM

Hi Sara, I happened to hear "Loving A Person" on Pandora (I believe it was Regina Spektor station :) at just the most perfect moment for it in my life. I went on to explore much more of your music. Thank you for your beautiful songs, and also for your work in the world. You are inspiring to me! Love, Laura Austin, TX

Jen November 30, 2009 • 06:42 PM

13 years...no kids...another miscarriage...marriage in distress...and then, like a shaft of light, God uses the songs he gave to you, that you shared with all of us, to start the healing. Thank you.

Jess Harvey November 30, 2009 • 02:38 PM

Sara, Wow. Your music always seems to reach down somewhere deep inside of me and plant little seeds of joy that spring up when I least expect them. I'm listening to your new album on Relevant magazine's website. Can't wait to buy it. It's so beautiful. Thank you for doing this! Love Jess xx P.S. I got married in July and we had your 'Loving a Person' playing as we signed the register. One of my favourite songs of yours!

Rob King November 30, 2009 • 01:58 PM

We had Sara at our church youth group back when she first started and her first album was out. We were at a church in urbana Illinois and I think she was able to swing through for a few hundred bucks on her way to Chicago. This was a really big deal to us. We played her music as our retreat theme song. She was gracious and kind and humble in her singing for us and the Lord was with us. I am now in Texas at a large church and still doing youth ministry with great joy and purpose. Anyway, today while in prayer the Lord brought to mind "the word was and the word is and the word will be". I felt prompted by the lord to purchase the album. I also felt lead to pray for your ministry. So i did. Here is what the Lord had me pray: ephesians 3:16-2116I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, 19and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. 20Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, 21to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. Your ministry lives on and on and on!!! KEEP GOING!!! GO GO Go In Jesus name GO!! Love you all.....rob

Tom Sprague November 29, 2009 • 04:44 AM

Sara, you are going to do a concert in Bangor Maine at christmas. When the tickets are sold out, why not have 88.5 broadcast it live to all those that are shut-in--in hospitals and homes. What a great way to give back to those that have given so much. I would hope that 88.5 would be willing to do that.

Daniel James Bastek November 28, 2009 • 04:25 PM

IM A WITNESS OF TWO THINGS.OF THE UNEXPLAINABLE AND GOOD I DONT TRY TO EXPLAIN AND WONT ALL ICAN SAY IS WOW ONE WAS YESTERDAY ANOTHER A WHILE BACK,IM MORE LESS SPIRITUAL NICE SITE.

Ali November 26, 2009 • 07:51 PM

There is a poem I have been able to recite since I was a teenager, called 'The Darkling Thrush' by Thomas Hardy. (I don't think it will let me put the weblink in but you can read it poets.org.) The first time I heard your song 'From this one place', I was instantly reminded of that poem. Thanks for singing it!

Felipe Aguiar November 26, 2009 • 11:50 AM

Sara. You inspire me at every album. And Fireflies is is a special one... It's so personal, and at the same time so communicative to me... How can you speak so properly of things that were so intimate to me as it was me singing? Amazing how God can inspire you to inspire our lives. Thank you for your voice and your songs. God bless you

Adejoh Solomon November 26, 2009 • 02:42 AM

Hi Sara, u are a vessel which God is using 2 bless me. Thank u. Nigeria..

mike johnson November 26, 2009 • 01:57 AM

Thank you

Gabriel Mranda November 26, 2009 • 01:43 AM

I love your songs very inspiring to the soul, reveals the true love that exists for eternity and that is God almighty. What you sing is a miracle.

Greg Howe November 21, 2009 • 06:53 PM

I have been a Christian for nine years now, and it is amazing I didn't know your work until less than a month ago when a friend told me I had to hear your music and words. (I think God was purposely keeping your stuff from me until now, when I really need it) I'm a dad with a loving wife and four kids from 13 down to almost a year. And this last year has been a struggle: my wife almost dying of a rare, pregnancy-related heart attack, her brother dying of cancer, a new house, the new baby, job stress, loss of some income, health issues in a couple of the children...and my slipping away from Jesus time and time again. Christian music felt hollow most of the time, and I found myself falling into what I can't have, what I can't do. My wife was unsupportive and I was at a personal, career and spiritual crossroads. Then I heard "When It Was Over" and I just cried. And I heard more by you and thought FINALLY, someone who is REAL! You sang my thoughts. Thank you for being true to you and true to your obvious calling from God. Your "I'm gonna do it anyway" mentality has inspired me to continue my paths from God though the fruit seems a ways off. Your openness about marriage struggle helps me stay in mine and fight for it, as a choice not a feeling. I live in Bangor, ME a mile or so down the street from where you'll be on Dec. 5. Not sure I can make the show but I hope you enjoy the trip and God blesses the show. Thanks for coming so far north (and even farther). God bless you...

Christy November 20, 2009 • 06:59 PM

I'm a long time fan and wish I had a chance to hear more at the Insight for Living night in Toronto. Your music moves with me through the stages of life, as I too am and almost 40 mother of 2 boys aged 7 and 9. Please come to Ontario!

Helen Martin November 20, 2009 • 03:42 PM

Cool new look! I got my special super duper cool bonus package the other day... I fancy myself as the only Helen you know and that you wrote that "personalization" knowing it was me..... ;-) Enjoying the stories behind the music. I can't get enough of your lovely heart. xo, H.

kay November 20, 2009 • 08:57 AM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to share how your song "It might be hope" touched me. I hadn't really listened to your music until my BFF told me about the song "I saw what I saw." I cried and cried as I listened to it. Our local Crisis Pregnancy Center used the song in a slideshow of mothers, babies, and adoption stories at one of their banquets. It was amazing. There was a family in our church who had been wanting to adopt for years. Adoption after adoption fell through and it was soo sad. FINALLY, last September, that got a sweet, little baby boy. Hope was real. A day before his first birthday this year, I discovered "It might be hope" I had been thinking about him all day and when I found that song(on my bff's ipod) I just BAWLED my eyes out!! The words were sooo perfect for the bliss I was experiencing from the hope I had received a year ago. God is so good!! Keep up the amazing work!!

Burt Wizeman November 19, 2009 • 06:29 PM

Wow. What a great album you have put together with Fireflies and Songs. My 7 year old daughter enjoyed Setting Up The Pins so much that I played it today for the 3rd Grade class I teach. They loved it as well and I will most likely tire of it long before I have played it for the umteenth time. It is not a metric from the big guns like ASCAP or Arbitron but that song is on heavy rotation in the 3rd Grade class at Calvary Chapel School in Sarasota! Sara, my wife Nancy and I are softly stunned at the precision and depth you have written with on this release. We have lived some of it. Thanks again for blessing my family with your music and I thank your family for letting you do the work you do to bless mine and so many others. Thank you and God Bless you and the gang. Burt Wizeman

a husband November 19, 2009 • 10:34 AM

I'm the one who commented below about the mixed up name in the autograph for the pre-order special. I just wanted to report back and publicly thank Wendy at INO Records for getting back to me. Thanks as well to those behind the scenes here who got my message and did something with it. Thanks also to Sara for taking the time to sign one more time. All your efforts are appreciated!

Carol Lawrence November 19, 2009 • 09:54 AM

Sorry for the double post. fast fingers, I guess ;) Thank you so much for your music. It has helped me in ways I know you will never really understand. I admit that I took out a cd from the library and popped it into my computer without thinking much about it only to realize that that is indeed stealing. I apologize to you. I hope it's ok that I sent a donation to Food for the Hungry to try and make up for my mistake. You and your family are an inspiration to me and I applaud your dedication to those less fortunate. :)

Jenny November 18, 2009 • 06:26 PM

Dear Sara, You are such a gifted musician and an inspiration to listen to. Your music is real and raw and beautiful at the same time. So many songs have gotten me through difficult times. I listened to "The Other Side of Something", "Less Like Scars", and "It's Going to be Alright" endlessly a few years ago during a bad break-up. During my years of teaching I have always clung to "Love is Still a Worthy Cause" on those days where I feel like throwing in the towel. I am thinking about getting some of the lyrics from "Add to the Beauty" as a tattoo because they are truly words to live by. During my engagement and now that I'm married I think a lot about the relationship advice from songs like "Roll to the Middle" and "When it was over." In short, there isn't really an area of my life that your songs haven't touched and enriched. I love the simplicity and humility you display in your songs; they are simple but also profound. I haven't gotten your newest album yet but Christmas is coming...and speaking of wishes, I very much hope that you make it out to the Pacific Northwest and play a concert in Portland, Oregon. I would LOVE to come see you in concert again. Thank you for your life's work and be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.

Jen November 18, 2009 • 02:55 PM

Thanks so much for being real. Your song writing comes straight from the heart and is so down to earth. I appreciate the honesty in your voice when you sing these life lessons to my heart. It is so nice to hear someone in christian music who is not reaching for the rafter high notes. Hooray for the women with lower voices! "Fireflies and Songs" is awesome and once again you prove your music timeless. I have every album and piano book you have ever released and this is the best of them all! God bless you!

becks November 18, 2009 • 12:57 PM

please please please could Sara come to the UK? if there are no plans to, then could we look at booking some dates in?! how much would it cost to book sara to play over here???!!! thanks. Becks.

Kristin Baltes November 18, 2009 • 06:39 AM

Thank you for this wonderful album "Fireflies and Songs"...and for the song stories, the coffee, and my great mug! Your lyrics have always spoken so deeply to me and rings so true in "Different Kinds of Happy" and "Like a Lake". Thank you for continuing to write songs for us to learn from. You sing the truth and you do it with such beauty. Thank you. I have to go fold the laundry now....

J Workman November 18, 2009 • 01:35 AM

Of all the varied music that I listen to, there are only two singer-songwriters that I feel actually "know me" and reflect the same struggles/doubts/hopes/fears/victories in their songs that I feel inside: one is Bill Mallonee and the other is Sara Groves. I love your work and look forward to listening for hopefully many more years to come.

David November 17, 2009 • 06:28 PM

I was reading your interview in CT Music, where you said: "Charlie [Peacock] has helped me this year by saying, "You're a life-timer. You're a lifetime artist.'" He's right. You have the gift. Don't ever forget that. Thank you for the new album. It's wonderful.

Megan November 17, 2009 • 05:32 PM

Hi, your lyrics speak to me like no other artist. Thank you so much for helping me through my emotional times and for helping me to connect to God better. Please Please Please come to Virginia!

a husband November 17, 2009 • 04:03 PM

My wife and I have been a fan since we discovered your music. We own all your CDs and have traveled to see you live (and to support Blood:Water Baltimore as a bonus). When I saw the recent special offer/pre-order I knew I had a winner of a Christmas gift. However, after carefully filling out the request (and having this specific problem in mind) the autograph came addressed to me, rather than my lovely bride. I'm not sure if I have any recourse at this point, but perhaps someone in the know can contact me (via the "will not be displayed" email perhaps) and let me know. If not, we'll at least get to continue to enjoy the music and ministry of Sara Groves. Many thanks!

laura.frances wise November 17, 2009 • 03:24 PM

Sara, i really like your rendition of "It Is Well." i love your gift of adding originality to something that is already original. i love the acoustic version of "When the Saints." i thrive on your acoustic versions, and feel like i've won a million dollars when i get hold of an acoustic version. i'm so blessed to know your music and gifts. God has used in my life more than i can explain. there is a song that identifies with my heart and life each moment of the day, week, and year. thanks for sharing and ministering. He pours out of your voice, heart, and songs. the Lord keep you.

Sarah Jane November 17, 2009 • 02:06 PM

Sara, I just sat down and started listening to Fireflies and Songs. It's wonderful. I know it will be the soundtrack for the coming days, weeks. All the best. Thank you for your great work!

carolyn November 17, 2009 • 01:36 PM

dear Sara how are you i hope you are well and im carolyn a cupl of years a go i gave you a boxwhith red writing on in. and when i saw you a year or soo later and you said your the girl who gave me the box whith my name on it well i really miss you and you proble dont even remamber me and proble dont care well i just whonted to say that maid my life when you reambered my name well i hope you get this and hope you still have the box bye carolyn and im hopeing i can see you sooooooooooooooo in MN bye love carolyn

Casey Jackson November 17, 2009 • 11:32 AM

I am a 23 year old HS student minister (via an English Ed degree... who knows how that happened) and have been known to listen to my Sara Groves MP3 CD for months at a time. For every marked event in my life, I have found Truth, rest, and understanding in your voice. You have become a dear support to me and I don't even know you. Though I've had amazing mentors, you were sometimes the only person that confirmed Truth in my life when I felt like I was the only one re-learning a new way of doing faith in Christ, the only one confessing hard things, learning how to love people (and myself) in Grace, and the only person honestly and sometimes brutally questioning purpose in life and Kingdom stuff, only to find the reality of who Christ is. This may be another of many notes, but you need to know that Christ has fleshed himself out in your music. With your honest look at our faith and how it touches life, you have affected my perspective on life, my relationships, and most deeply, my Spirit in such ways that have brought me life, hope, and truthfulness.

Sara Groves November 17, 2009 • 11:13 AM

Applause, applause to Keith Martinson for this great new redesign of the site! Thank you Keith for all of your hard work! It's a big day for all of us! (Why do I use so many exclamation marks?!!) All the Groves' love to the all of the Martinsons!!!!!

kuceli adetunji November 17, 2009 • 01:43 AM

this is to let you know that despite the different genres of music we have that may seem more upbeat and contemporary, your choice to remain yourself has encouraged more people cut across the nations than you may ever know. i guess that's the beauty of obedience. my brother must have known at some point i needed encouragement to be bold and be me when he gave me your music for a christmas present some years back. your songs and style have been encouraging. stay yielded in His hands and keep pouring out His essence through you. kuceli nigeria

Keith Martinson November 16, 2009 • 11:31 PM

Welcome to the new web site!

Karyn November 16, 2009 • 10:04 AM

Hi Sara ~ I heard "It Might Be Hope" on the radio a couple days ago following an interview you did over the phone (91.5 KTIG out of Pequot Lakes, MN) Sara, I couldn't wait to get home and download it to my Ipod from Itunes. This song moves my heart ~ it comes to me at a time in my life that I really need to hear these words, and I cling to them... (course I really need to stop crying while I listen to it ;) I've been searching for the beautiful piano sheet music and have been unsuccessful, which leads me to believe it is not published ~ ? Thank you for your blessing of song, from one Minnesota girl to another ;)

David November 14, 2009 • 10:46 PM

Sara & Troy, Thank you so much for your ministry. I first heard your music about a year ago on a Moody station near our home. Since that time, I have purchased all of your CD's (some multiple times) and given copies to a number of friends. Your music is such a great balance of heartfelt praise, thought provoking lyrics, elegant melodies, and love. I appreciate the transparency you portray in living through difficult times and the challenges we all face as believers. I pray that God will bless and keep you and your entire family and that He may continue to bless your ministry for years to come.

Tom Abernethy, Jr. November 14, 2009 • 09:57 PM

Sara, are you coming to Virginia again? The first time I heard you was at a Michael Card concert in Fredericksburg. Keep doing the good work.

the rennison family November 14, 2009 • 10:56 AM

we really enjoy the music you sing in our household.We are from england and so we never gat to see you peform.Maybe you could plan a tour around britian sometime, from the rennisons

Jeff and Jen Padgett November 13, 2009 • 05:30 PM

Pretty excited to see you on December 5, in Bangor, Maine, with Jeff and our three kids: Jake (10), Jonah (6), and Juliese (4). We just adopted Juliese last summer from China. Wish we could visit! God Bless you and your family during this holiday season! Hi, Pastor Colbaugh!

D Haynes November 13, 2009 • 07:13 AM

I just heard the new song Fireflies and heard the quick interview you gave on the Joy FM and it made me immediately think of Donald Miller's Book Searching for God Knows What. It really is true that we are a broken creation aching for the true communion and knowledge of God that is now veiled and when finally draw near to Him and experience His Truth it is like fireflies appearing in everything. Love it.

Chris Rising November 13, 2009 • 12:57 AM

Love the new album, "Fireflies and Songs". God Bless, Chris

Diana Glyer November 12, 2009 • 10:23 AM

Hi, Sara. A friend just sent me the link to "Hello, Lord," and I sat here in my office, rocked back, eyes closed, just letting that song minister to my heart. Thank you for expressing what my heart feels but doesn't know how to say. I'm so much more settled now in doing what I need to today. Your song is daily bread. with affection, Diana

Lisa November 11, 2009 • 10:10 PM

Sara, I've been blessed to experience a show of yours twice, and I'm so disappointed that I'll be singing in a show myself the night you're in Indianapolis. I'll miss out. But I've told a good friend about your music, and she'll catch you in Minnesota. So there's at least that. I'm a pastor and a social justice activist and a lover of God, and your music has been a hymnbook I have used to reflect theologically both privately and within the communities I have served. So thank you, thank you - and have a wonderful time when you visit my town. Every good wish . . . P.S. Have brunch at Patachou on the Park downtown before you move on. You won't regret it.

Heaven Glover November 07, 2009 • 11:22 AM

Hi Mrs. Groves. I don't know if you remeber Alissa Menchaca(now Alissa Glover) From Evangel College. She is my mom. You and she were in the education department together. She remebers you coming up to her and saying "Hi I'm Sara", and you sat down right next to her. She always says you were the sweetest girl. She also remebers you singing "The word" and a couple of other songs in chapel. who knew back then you would become such a wonderful singer/songwriter you are know. My whole family (2 parents and 8 kids) love your songs. We are very grateful for you :) Thank you

Heaven Glover November 07, 2009 • 11:22 AM

Victoria November 06, 2009 • 02:40 PM

I'm not going to lie. I have never really listened to your music, or been into spiritual music of any kind. But a woman at our church preformed your song "A Tent in the Center of Town" and I fell in love with it. It's still, to date, the only song I've heard of yours but it is a great story and I'm sure there's a great real story behind it. I'm writing a novel called "A Tent in the Center of Town" based off of your song. I just thought I would let you know that your music is doing a great job inspiring everyone, no matter how religious or not they are! And if you would like to read the work in process, feel free to contact me and I will willingly send it to you because I think you deserve to see what kind of work people are doing with your message!

Michelle November 06, 2009 • 09:25 AM

Sara, you have NO idea how your music has helped me survive that last 7 yrs........"conversations" helped get me though a painful divorce, and now I am remarried and my husband just got bought me your special on "fireflies" i cried all the way to work today........just amazing.thank you soooo much you are gifted and I am grateful.

laura wise November 04, 2009 • 06:38 PM

Sara, I just purchased your new album package...listening to the download now. I LOVE it!!! Can't wait for the other stuff to arrive! Thank you for sharing your gifts with us...we're listening...and so is HE!!! Laura

Crysta November 04, 2009 • 04:13 PM

Sara: I cannot tell you how much I love your music...the Lord has used it in my life in such a mighty way...I must say there have been so many times in listening to your songs that I felt you were reading my mind...the words and melody of your songs have become dear friends to me...thank you for sharing your soul, truly the Lord's words are fitly spoken through your life~

Tony November 03, 2009 • 01:42 PM

Really loving your new album "Fireflies and Songs!" It's completely lifting me up, as all your songs do. So grateful for your ministry.

Peter Handke November 03, 2009 • 10:02 AM

Hi Sara, Please sing Somethings Changed so I can open my heart and weep a little when you sing in Austin, MN. As I went to You Tube I enjoyed your songs from Rwanda. A friend Carl Wilkens is the only American to stay in Rwanda during the genocide and saved an orphanage among other deeds. His website www.worldoutsidemyshoes.org is deeply moving. You would enjoy it. See you in December! Peter Handke

Jeremiah Kunz November 02, 2009 • 06:33 PM

It's been some time. I had a copy of Add To The Beauty a long time ago but gave it away to a friend. Now I've got another copy and Tell Me What You know with Conversations both for the first time. Love Is Still A Worthy Cause is something else, and conversations along with Add To The Beauty brought me back and nudged some old memories i'd long since forgotten. I preordered Fireflies and Stories but I haven't listened to it quite yet as I've been getting acquainted with the other two albums! Thanks for being part of my media library and encouragement for some 5+ years, and I agree with Social Integrity for the record. I wonder what's going on half the time and more. Also, Thanks for making the music so active-minded. Continuing blessings to your families (why call it family and friends?)- Redevoted Appreciating Listener, Jeremiah Kunz

Paul Wilson (Scotland) November 02, 2009 • 07:34 AM

Hi There Love your music and looking forward to receiving your new album which I eventually managed to order on the website. One request will you ever consider coming to the UK especially Scotland it would be great to have you here. I am sure my own church would love to hear you live as too would others. Thanks Paul Wilson (Glasgow Scotland)

ENYIE PETER KERE November 01, 2009 • 01:25 PM

THANKS FOR YOUR DVD -NOMAD. AND CD - TELL ME WHAT YOU KNOW. I LIKE THE SONG - "SAY A PRAYER" I GOT YOUR DISKS AS A GIFT FROM THE QUESTION I ANSWERED CORRECTLY ON ONECUBED.COM. I AM PARTICULARY HAPPY ABOUT YOUR VISIT TO RWANDA. AND I HOPE YOU WILL VISIT OGONI- SOUTH NIGERIA WHERE SIMILAR EVEN OCCURRED. THANKS ENYIE PETER KERE +234 8030989490

Christy October 31, 2009 • 05:20 PM

OK, I figured out to buy the download you have to put a "1" in the box. Hey everyone, the music is nothing less than brilliant. Thanks Sara and band for sharing this music. I love music that I can identify to as truthful, and that challenges me to do what is right.

N8 Da Gr8 October 31, 2009 • 11:55 AM

Sara, I LOVE your Music it like reading your diary, Thank you for sharing your heart. The only critiizm I have is When you mix your albums is have the sound of turning pages because I'm sure of it sound like your reading you diary. In Christ LOVE N8dagr8

Christy October 31, 2009 • 09:41 AM

I am trying to buy the download package of her new album, is anyone else having a hard time getting this?

CMD October 31, 2009 • 08:25 AM

Do you have plans to perform in St. Louis, MO

Jim Beebe October 30, 2009 • 08:58 PM

I have been touched in my heart and soul as I have cried through your music during one of the saddest time in my life. Thank you for putting words to my emotions and spirit.

Susan October 30, 2009 • 05:04 PM

Sara, My husband and I just watched your Dvd nomad. In the dvd you told of your visit to rwanda and also to Louisianna...it is a story I think everyone should know...thank you so much for sharing it. I never knew you before, but now I feel like I know you. Thank you for telling people just to go and also that each of us has something to give to other people, whether it be going, giving, loving or praying...we all have a special gift from God to share with the world, one person at a time. God Bless you and your family, Love, Susan (wife and mother of 2 grown boys)

Sam Verdecchia October 29, 2009 • 08:48 PM

I remember years ago, I asked my wife to by me the CD All Right Here. She couldn't find it and bought Conversations. If there was ever music that spoke to me-as if God was talking to me-it was that CD. It was so soveriegnly beautiful and encouraging. It really helped give me confidence in doors obviously the Lord was opening for me. Yet it's still a journey-one of waiting. But this journey is not my own. I been digging, crying, praying this week when I listen to the song Jeremiah. I pray we all could detonate. Grace and peace to you!!

Dee October 29, 2009 • 08:14 PM

Love you music! Unfortunately we can't find the lyrics to "It's Me' could you please post them> I would be eternally grateful!

Angie Goff October 29, 2009 • 09:54 AM

I just received an email from the website Tangle introducing Sara's new video, "It's me." Wow. I'm going to share it with the members of a marriage class my husband and I are leading. I wanted to let you know that I have been a Sara Groves fan since I discovered her through the songs from "Conversations." Sara and I are about the same age...and her music has been very personal to me. With every new project, Sara seems to document the stages of my life as well...and so profoundly. We are walking some folks through Emerson Eggerichs "Love & Respect" seminar DVDs. It's the first time my husband and I have ever stepped out to minister in this way. I've been playing music from "The Other Side of Something" and especially "Add to the Beauty" before the start of our marriage classes on Sunday mornings. The songs from these CDs, in particular, have ministered volumes to my husband and I as we've experienced tough times in marriage and in adapting to raising children. My husband and I have two sets of twins...six-year-old boy and girl and boys of age 4 3/4 (who are both playing under my desk right now as I attempt to send this note.) I'm excited about Sara's new project and can't wait to soak it all in. My only regret is that Sara isn't in OH too much. My husband once surprised me with a couple of days away to see Sara in concert in upstate New York. Such a great memory for us! Many blessings to you, your family and the important ministry you do. Angie Goff Columbus, OH

Tina Russo Ozias October 28, 2009 • 06:39 PM

In 1964-65, I went to Evangel with your mother in law, Marlene and father in law, Jerry. She was one of the sweetest girls I had ever known. Please send her my greetings after 40 years. Also, I dated your husbands Uncle Larry 1 time and he also was one of the nicest guys I had ever met. I love your music and feel so blessed to have known your family. May God bless you in your career as you travel all over the country. Sincerely, Tina Russo Ozias

Laura Christmas October 26, 2009 • 06:38 PM

Have just been through a cleft lip repair surgery with my 4th child. I popped in you Christmas CD and have been weeping and weeping. The Lord is using it to keep my heart and eyes open to His Glory as I endure the wear and tear of life. You are being used by the Spirit to touch lives.I pray God's peace upon you and your home.

Megan October 26, 2009 • 05:36 PM

Sara, Thanks for sharing the Gospel in your everyday life. It is an encouragement for me to live out the reality of the Gospel in my everyday life.

Bryan Kuderman October 26, 2009 • 01:31 PM

I did not know of your music until Pandora led me to you. I cried at your song, "What do I know" as I drove to my job at BIOLA around 5:00am. You are truly annointed and I look forward to The Lord's continued work in you. 1Cor 15:58

Steve Wajda October 26, 2009 • 07:50 AM

Sara, Not sure if you remember us...we met you in 1997 at Roseville when you gave a concert... Past The Wishing. Our daughter Amariah, 2 at the time, was battling cancer and we bought your dvd. She walked around our house singing your songs foe the next several years. She still enjoys your music today. In 2004 we adopted our second daughter who is now 7. She, Mia, absolutely LOVES your music. She sings many of your songs and begs me to find a way to meet you. I just noticed you are coming to the Twin Cities December 18. I am returning from China on December 19 and very disappointed that I will miss that opportunity to bring Mia to hear you sing. I only hope she gets the chance to meet you. Kim, my wife, will be bringing her to the concert...and I am sure I will hear about it forever after that. I also LOVE your music and have been inspired on countless occasions by your heart and soul that is reflected in your music. We are all fans forever! lovingly the W4, steve

susan October 25, 2009 • 01:59 PM

Sara, There is a project that "Music for the Soul,"has been trying to put together...I feel with what you know of it through knowledge, that the Holy Spirit could work thru you to help bring it to fruitation. I hope you will take time to check it out,and maybe bring friends to help...just a thought and a prayer. S.

Jeanne October 24, 2009 • 04:20 PM

I absolutely LOVE Sara's music. She is such a talented writer. I am blessed every time I hear her.

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Jeff Keane October 23, 2009 • 02:48 PM

Love the sound of the song "you are the sun"(?) It has a definitive "medieval" sound to my ears, anyway. I'd love to hear an entire album dedicated to god-honoring tunes in a "medieval" vernacular. Perhaps you could "pilfer" a few "remakes" of already recorded songs.Like: re-do a similar sound to "greensleeves",or something along those lines. Your voice (to me)seems right at home with the "quirky", unusual sounds like I hear in the first mentioned song. Regardless, thanks so much for sharing your talents.I hear you on KCBI Dallas, TX fm 90.9. Jeff

Michael Staples October 23, 2009 • 10:43 AM

Dear Troy and Sara Groves, Thank you for laying down your lives with Christ. Your ministry brings me strength and peace, you have made my heart glad. I am recovering from chemotherapy for leukemia and my wife bought "Conversations" for my birthday. What a pleasure to listen to communion with God from beginning to end. Thank you both for your sacrifice you have personally made that Christ may pour forth to others. I thank God for the faith you accept from Christ. I have three children and I am still learning to trust God for them. I thank God for how you love your children, I do not know how you could love them more: to keep them with you on the path He sets before you, trusting in Christ so they can see, fixing your eyes on Him, that is wonderful love. Praise God. Several years ago I was uncertain in my faith and God was so kind to me. He gave me a communion with Him I would like to share with you if you would be glad to receive it. Here are examples I hope you both enjoy, one for Troy and one for Sara.It is from a collection I would be glad to send to you as a thank you for your blessing to me. Hungry To Love You When I am hungry to love you, I have not been at the feast, for there has been loving you every day of your life. God this love, and He has set Himself before you, set Himself toward you, saying, "Come dine Michael, let Me serve you Myself." And so I eat, and I drink, Spirit, cross, word and life and truth; I eat, so I am filled, and you are loved. Here is faithfulness to you; it is not mine, goodness on my plate, gentleness in my mouth, every portion God, every portion yours. This table has no end, our cups overflow. there is joy, there is longsuffering, there are promises, and His keeping of promises. When I am full of God, eating His bread:Jesus, drinking His Spirit: Jesus, there is loving you every day of my life. Filled in God All The Caesars All the Caesars are come and gone, but this Bible is in my hands. All philosophers are found by death, but Christ lives, here, in me. I am here by God for this hour, for these people, and this place; not a pawn, not a toy, not a tool, but a child. I can let you meet my Brother, I can let you greet my Father; other than these, there are no great things that I can do. Thank you again. In the love of Christ, Michael and Suzanne Staples.

John Oluwabiyi October 23, 2009 • 07:57 AM

I wanna appreciate the Lord for what He is using you for and in fact, I can't explain how your song has given me courage and enable me to rise to the task ahead of me. I saw what I saw and Love is still a worthy cause are my favorites for now though i had couples of your music video. Once again, our generation are in debited to you. May the Lord keep you always and as you have live to give made Lord continue to do the same for you. Remain bless and keep the good work. Oh!! before I go i just uploaded one of your video(Love is Still A Worthy Cause) to my face-book's page, If you want me to remove it I will gladly do.

Rebecca October 22, 2009 • 11:03 AM

Sara, I'm listening to "Fireflies and Songs". Your words touch me so much that I am just moved to tears. Thanks for writing. I'm really enjoying this new work of yours. In Christ, Rebecca

Donna October 22, 2009 • 08:04 AM

Dear Sara: Thank you so much for allowing God to talk to our hearts through you. The first song I heard of your's was "The Word." I felt strengthened by the scriptures you quoted and I loved the song. Several months later my sister loaned me a couple of your CDs and said, "I think you will really like her music." So, I listened . . . and she was right!! Well, almost, I actually LOVE your music. She loaned me the CDs at just the right time too. As I listened to the songs, one song in particular grabbed my heart-- "You cannot lose my love." I think that is the correct title. Several months later when my son came to me and asked if I had any suggestions for a song he and I could dance to at his wedding, I said, "How about this..." and I handed him the CD and asked him to listen to that song." He came back to me with teary eyes and said "that is perfect." So that is what we danced to at his wedding and we both had tears flowing throughout the whole song -- good tears, but tears none the less. The song has meant more and more to me. A few months after he got married, we found out that his wife does not like us. For several months she "forbid" him to have any contact with us. I was able to listen to your song and though it made me sad it also reminded me, no matter what choices they make - - - they are NOT going to lose my love!!! Things are somewhat better now. It has been over a year and we are not as close as I had dreamed we would be -- but we can have contact. So thank you for all your music, but especially for that special song that allowed a mother and son to dance at a wedding and prepared a mother's heart to love with determination never to stop loving.

Paul October 22, 2009 • 08:05 AM

Hi Sara, I just want to say hi and that I really appreciate your music and the power of your words. Keep up the great work that God has called you to do. I'm always listening! On a further note, myself and another sister-in-Christ have recently started a small drumstick company in Brooklyn, NY – we were wondering if your drummer(s) would be willing to try out our sticks and provide some feedback on what they think and how we may improve them. We would really appreciate it. Please let me know if I can send some sticks over and where to. Thanks! Hope this message finds you well, Paul

Diana October 21, 2009 • 03:01 PM

Sara, You do have a gift. A few gifts actually and they are beautiful. You can write and sing beautiful powerful songs. Songs that have helped me while I was going through very rough times. They remind me that I'm only human, I can only do so much, I need to remember I am not alone, to have faith, and surrender to God. They give me peace and help me breathe. Thank you and God bless you always. A big hug, Diana

Pat October 21, 2009 • 06:03 AM

I purchased the "Fireflies" downloadable CD package last week. I love the new CD. "From This One Place" is my top favorite so far. I have a hard time getting past the 5th or 6th track, and I'm rewinding back to track 2 again. So I have listened to some of the later tracks only once or twice. Thanks for another awesome, heartfelt production.

Hayley Nellis October 21, 2009 • 04:27 AM

i pray blessings and joy upon you and all the work you do. it continues to inspire and move me towards God! xoxoxo hayley

-jim October 20, 2009 • 04:49 PM

Sara, Troy, & the Band; I was so excited to have the chance to see and hear you play in Canandaigua, NY in September!! Thanks for making the journey to share your talents, gifts, and ministry! I've been contantly blessed and re-centered by your work ever since Conversation. Mere words can't express how powerful the connections are that your music and message makes. Thank you deeply. Wishing you all many blessings and much joy in your work and play!

samantha October 20, 2009 • 11:56 AM

hey Sara i just wanna let ya know that you are doing a great work....i love you and you songs...fly is going to be my first dance song(if i ever get married:))i also love tent in the center of town...the beat and words are just amazing...so i just wanna let you know that you are doing more good than bad in the world(not that your bad at all) but you are really helping me and others in their walk with GOD..you helping me to listen to the right songs and keeping me o track...you are really doing a work in me...and i thank you for that...even though i am young i'm sure that there are adults out there who agree with me...well as this letter comes to an end i just want to let you know that you are totally AMAZING!!!

sheila yepsen October 20, 2009 • 07:41 AM

Dear Sara Groves, Please forgive the typing. I yearn to write in my own pen, but I fear you would not beable to read it! My name is Sheila Yepsen. I am the mother of Lance Corporal Luke Carney Yepsen, Killed in action on Dec 14, 2006 by a sniper in Iraq. He was only 20 years old. A smart wonderful young man. Three days before he died, he called me and said that he could feel the angels wings around him. “It is so awesome mom and so incredible! Please tell everyone thank you for their prayers!” He thought it was for protection. I sensed that they were there to be with him, to take him home. But what could I say, but I love you so much! And pray that I was wrong. Next thing I knew there were 3 marines standing at my door. A few months later, I began the cleaning off of some surfaces. A job that would not be done for almost 2 years. I found your cd. There was no note. I have no idea who left it. I would like to think it was the same angels that were with Luke. It has given me great comfort and I thought you ought to know. I was driving to the cemetary to spend time with Luke. At that time I went quite often. I came upon the song, “It’s going to be alright” . I played it over and over and over again. I needed to hear that it would be alright. That someone understood that I had not gotten any sleep for months. That I was trying to rise above it but couldn’t........I do believe, I do believe. As a woman of faith....I had been shaken to my core. Women from my church said they would carry me in prayer until I could pray again. Thank you God. Just like in your song. But when I was alone, driving to see my son, it was your song that carried me. It is interesting, because as my pain evolved so did my choice of songs on this cd. So many people tried to give me ‘grief’ cd’s but they were too much....telling me how to feel.....telling me how I will feel in the future. Yours let me be, exactly where I was at the moment. The next song was Kingdom Comes. The faking of moving forward. I couldn’t address my anger.....I tried but it was way more than I could handle. That would come at year 2. But this song said it like it was. I blessed instead of cursed, because I knew that is what God was calling me to do. I opened my heart and my home and actually had a family living with me for 3 months while the husband who broke his neck was in the medical center. Sharing their present pain and struggles helped me move. Not forward or back, just move. To serve. I was not able to think very clearly, but then neither was the wife. We called ourselves ‘half brains’ . Together we made a whole. So you see your song, a little stone , a little mortar........so accurate. Then it was ‘Why it matters.’ THere was something about the story of Christ. His suffering, death and resurrection......Mary at the foot of the cross, She understood my pain. Better than anyone. She watched her son die. As a Catholic, we pray in the Hail Mary, ‘now at the hour of our death’. Because she was there. She didn’t run. I like to think that she held Luke in her arms too. ‘Like a single cup of water, How it matters’. This song reminded me that although I was not capable of serving my church or neighbors like I had in the past, that I could do small things, very small things and that would make a difference. Are you tiring of me? I pray not. Because then it was “Loving a Person”. You see there came a time when I wish I could have changed my son and reflected on his choices. What if I had said No to the Marines instead of seeing his passion and allowing him to follow his heart. Did he know that he had a mission in life? I think so. But who is to say that grief makes sense. Gary and I questioned everything and guilt set in. “If we go looking for offense ...we’re going to find it”. So very true. Your song, helped me see things clearer. So you may be wondering the time line. I am not exact. I have only wanted to write you for 2 and a half years. But it is as it is. Why it Matters. What a beautiful song. The power of the story. The story of my son, was so incredible. The lives he touched and continued to touch long after his death became apparent. Luke was very spiritual and had written some beautiful letters. The letters were read to members of the church before he died. All about prayer and faith. Your song, the chaos all around, yet the love that never fails. So anyway. This December will be 3 years. I bought several of your cd’s saying to myself that I would send them to anyone who might lose a son like me. Recently, one of Luke’s friends died in California. He was training in the desert and collapsed from heat stroke and died. The Marines had run out of water. They told the men to tough it out. Yes in the land of the free, in our own country, they ran out of water. My grief for his mother is huge. I will send her your cd and pray that it offers her some comfort as it did for me. I am sorry it took so long for me to write. But then maybe this is the right time. May God continue to bless you and your work. Sincerely, Sheila Yepsen

Laura October 19, 2009 • 03:47 PM

Thank you for your beautiful lyrics and songs. They have touched my life in a tremendous way. I would like to sing "He's Always Been Faithful" at my church. Could you tell me where I can find a performance track? Many Blessings, Laura

Elise Daly Parker October 18, 2009 • 04:21 PM

Well it strikes me that I probably do go back to your earliest days, when I was a young, or at least younger mom! And I have been blessed to enjoy you all in person a few times too...including in Pennsylvania and most recently at Cornerstone Church in Wyckoff, NJ. Wonderful! What a beautiful evening of Sara and the band and the New City Kids. Truly inspiring. Oh there are so many life-changing songs that have guided me on my journey. Generations really struck me as I was raising my young children and had such a revelation of the truth that generations will indeed reap what I sow. Ugh! Then Past The Wishing...such a testimony to at least a little progression in our relationship with the Lord. Less Like Scars, such a powerful statement of God's ability to transform. Oh, and Roll to the Middle, such a painfully true depiction of marriage...and the worth-it-ness of sticking through the ups and downs (as I get ready to celebrate 25 years of so wonderful, a little terrible, real marriage and yes, I am truly thankful!). And as I release my children, one married, two in college, and one still in the nest, Station Wagon has deeply spoken to me...and sometimes led me to buckets of tears, which is not a problem, since I don't mind crying. And Sara's lyrics, music, transparency have taken me there many times. Yes, I pray that "our weaknesses will (indeed) become our strengths"! Oh and I just love the hysterically funny, yet poignant Small Piece of You...and as a big pray-er and part of the ministry of Moms In Touch, where we pour out our hearts for our children in prayer every week, for now over 16 years, I too have learned to hold on to the heart of God. He is my hope...He is theirs too! So thank you, thank you, all these years, for ministering to me, keeping me company, teaching me, moving me, along the path of motherhood and my walk with God!!! Love, Elise www.OurStoriesGodsGlory.blogspot.com

sarah October 16, 2009 • 05:00 PM

I was thrilled to download and listen to the new album, Fireflies and Songs. It's been on repeat for about the last 7 hours. Thank you, Sara, for being genuine and sharing your heart, experiences, joy, and pain in your songs. The best line of the album, for me, is from Different Kinds of Happy: "... better than our promises is the day we got to keep them ..." So, so true. Our marriage vows were easy to say, but our marriage started in a new way with a situation & conversation much like in this song. Thanks for writing these songs. They're a real blessing.

Mike Waldyke October 16, 2009 • 12:04 PM

I just downloaded and listened to "Fireflies and Songs". Absolutely beautiful! It is filled with the gentle, singer-songwriter type of songs that Sara does best. My first impression: this new album is among her best. It brightened up my whole week when I saw the email announcing a new album. Listening to it brightened up my week even more. Now I hope the Christmas tour gets a stop a little closer to home (southern Michigan). I loved last year's concert, so I'm hoping for a chance to go again this year.

Courtney Maggs October 15, 2009 • 12:35 PM

Hi Sara, please come to Albany area in New York! I have followed you for years, bought your CDs ahead every time I could, and have never had the chance to see you in concert. You have blessed me incredibly through your music, and I even sang "Fly" to my husband at our wedding, and "You Cannot Lose my Love" to my daughter in my womb throughout my pregnancy. I know so many others would be blessed by your music in upstate NY. Its so rare that Christian artists come our way. Perhaps you could come on December 7th, to Faith Baptist Church in Rexford, NY during your Christmas tour on your way from Manchester, NY to Pennsylvania! Can you see how desperate I am to see you? Haha. :) Seriously, I'm so blessed by you. Keep up the great work you do in your ministry, by speaking the truth with honesty and vulnerability in your music. Thank you, Courtney Maggs cfitzgerald7@hotmail.com

Jessica Sichel October 14, 2009 • 03:49 PM

I just wanted to say that I was on your sight reviewing songs from Add to the Beauty to pick one for my Bible Study tonight (I'm trying to use one each night of the 8 week study) and my little two-year-old daughter starting singing along with "Loving a Person Just the Way They Are"... We call them "Sara song"s. Thank you for helping raise the next generation in the beauty of truth, the intense love of God.

Jessica Sichel October 14, 2009 • 03:49 PM

gail October 13, 2009 • 08:37 PM

Peace. After being involved in an extremely legalistic religious group for over a decade, we were embraced by grace and finally realized it. The healing process has been slow and painful at times but wonderful. Your songs have played a crucial part. Thanks.

Michael from San Diego October 13, 2009 • 11:56 AM

Sarah, I just received news about your husband's grandfather's passing... God Bless you and Troy, and all your family at this tough time. I have yet to see you when you've come to Maranatha Chapel, but I've heard it's a wonderful time. I look forward to that day, until then, I am sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my prayers. Michael

Ivan October 13, 2009 • 11:01 AM

The new album is fantastic! Mellow, thoughtful, and thought-provoking (as always). The voice gentler and even more searching than usual. Listening to it on the bus on the way to work today, I was impressed by how, where prior albums are very Christ-centered, this album is haunted by the healing and love of the Holy Spirit. Cheers, and thanks!

Gary Williams October 12, 2009 • 05:01 PM

I just discovered your music about a year ago. I appreciate your transparency. My oldest son and his wife are in the early process of adopting a child from Africa. I pray that God will protect you and bless you with more great songs. My favorites are Painting Pictures In Egypt and It looks like scars. Also, It might be Hope and He has always been faithful. I hope one day to see you here in Indianapolis. You are loved. Gary

David J. Summers October 12, 2009 • 04:34 PM

The new album is amazing! Not only does everyone need to purchase a copy for themselves...they need to buy a copy for everyone they know. Thanks for sharing so much of you, and so effortlessly capturing the joy that is somewhere in all of our hearts...a desire to love, in truth, and be fight for what is real in this world of deception! Blessings!

Craig Cunningham October 12, 2009 • 07:41 AM

I'd like to purchase the Fireflies and Songs packages in bulk to give to my wife's Discipleship group. If you would email me with best details/options, I would appreciate it.

laura wise October 09, 2009 • 01:54 PM

Sara, I'm thrilled to know that your new album is coming out on my birthday!!!

Matt Paisley October 08, 2009 • 07:11 PM

Just heard your music for the first time about a year ago. I moved from Chicago a few years ago, and I wish my family could have seen/heard you while we were there. You certainly have a God-given gift! Please book some concerts in Florida!

Karen Niedenfuer October 07, 2009 • 03:01 PM

Thank you Sara, your music has helped and healed.

Rick and Evie October 07, 2009 • 12:25 PM

We attended the Warrior Works concert in Canandaiguia, NY this September. Thank you for your inspoiration and down to earth testimonials of how God has carried you through. We look forward to seeing you agian. Until then, I'll hear from you in my car on my way to work. God bless you, your family, your band, and your friends who help you with the Word!

Christy October 07, 2009 • 08:57 AM

I have not purchased any Christian CD's for a long, long time. And at a Women's Seminar I got to hear Sara and her band share the songs on Tell Me What You Know. I purchased it, and I have to tell you that this music has been daily challenging me. It is the epitome of "Deep calling to Deep" as far as I am concerned. I can listen to this music while I go about being a mother and wife, and still keep my mind on the things I am passionate about. In Isaiah 1:17 God shares his passion (which is so evident in this music) "Cease to do evil, Learn to do good; Seek justice, Rebuke the oppressor; Defend the fatherless, Plead for the widow." Thank you Sara and Band for being a tremendous encouragement to me, and for offering me a daily challenge to please the God who saved me.

Dylan October 06, 2009 • 07:28 AM

Sara, Just wanted to tell you how much my wife and I (and kiddos too) enjoy your music. You are an amazing songwriter/musician and a true blessing to all who are fortunate enough to hear your songs. Keep up the good work and may God bless you with a long and prosperous career. Thanks!!

Matt Tuttlebee October 06, 2009 • 07:12 AM

Just for your encouragement, as a small church plant leader in Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, Ireland I have been inspired by your song 'add to the beauty'. On Sunday we had an artist come to help us celebrate the creativity that god has placed witin us all. She helped the church produce together this amazing piece of artwork in the service to express our desire to add to the beauty of what God is doing in our lives and in the community we live amoung. Thank you - I hope to post a copy of the picture arising from your song on the what's on page of our website in the next couple of days - www.nenaghbaptistgroup.ie

Katie October 04, 2009 • 08:11 PM

Sara, It would be too small to say that I enjoyed you at BTG this weekend. I was moved beyond words to connect, praise, witness and do more in God's name in our community. clearly, God anointed your work in an agape way when you have put pen to paper and inspired you with family, children, and life to write these lyrics. Besides tears, I felt deeper when hearing and reading the music. God bless you, your work in Christ & your DAD who does read this. I too, have a proud father who would sing my praises and encourage me on...Blessed we both are. Please continue to be guided, gifted and giving of your talent-it's truly awe inspiring. Sincerely, Katie

Tracy Bohm October 04, 2009 • 05:59 PM

I was at the Bridging the Gap women's retreat...my first ever! It was an awesome concert you all put on! Love, love your music. God must be so proud of you!

DondiWoitalla October 04, 2009 • 01:02 PM

Sara, I was at your concert at the Bridging the Gap Friday night. How amazing you are and what a Blessing we all have to hear what the Spirit brings to us through you! I connected with so much of you, your words and the music. I have so many things to say but I seem to be out of words... Thank you Dondi

Angela Collier October 03, 2009 • 11:20 PM

Sara, Since I bought one of your CD's around 2000 it helped me through a divorce. I have bought more of your CD's since then- I am a songwriter and a pianist too- and everytime I hear your music I can't wait to play and write. Your truly an inspiration. You rank right next to Keith Green for me music inspiration wise. I have a three year old so its hard to play and write as much. When I hear you it is motivating. God Bless you. Angela Collier

Bonnie Wishnietsky October 02, 2009 • 08:44 AM

Thank you so much for the blessing of the "Other Side of Something" I would like to have the sound track to The One Thing I Know if at all possible. My daughter is dyslexic but very talented musically and when I heard the lyrics to this song I hope that you make it available so that we might sing this in our local church! PLEASE In Christ's Love Bonnie

Mary Free October 02, 2009 • 06:25 AM

Dear Ms. Groves, I was introduced to your music by a mutual friend during a time of great emotional upheaval. Though I am not a "Christian", I do believe in the power of the positive. Your music is a positive force in the world. It expresses, with great poetry and clarity, all of the turmoil and joy present in my life. Thank you. Best wishes. Mary Free

Myron mASON October 02, 2009 • 03:55 AM

Hello Sarah, I happen to hear your song "Conversations". I was so moved by the simplistic view you described the thoughts of so many in the world with your own point of view in the song conversations. So I did a little research of who you were and I saw how traveling the country and seeing other parts of the world has help mold and shape the singer songwriter that you are today. Then when I saw the video about the trip to africa, I really felt your heart in your songs. You have a anointing on you that's so needed in the world today. Continue to be a water hose and refresh people all around the world. Bless You

Coop October 01, 2009 • 06:42 PM

Wow, best lyrics I've heard since Resurrection Band. Very real and thoughtful. It's nice to know there are people writing songs that still have some depth. I'm really grieved with the lameness of many of the "christian artists" that want to be "rock stars".

partlyhere October 01, 2009 • 05:46 AM

i just wanted to chime in and say nice design.

Mike Beecham September 30, 2009 • 09:03 PM

Beautiful person inside and out, music has endless abilities. God bless you in all you do.

Kristin Herrera September 30, 2009 • 07:50 AM

I sit at my desk at work listening to a beautiful cd, The Other Side of Something, that a truly wonderful woman shared with me. Becca has been such a blessing to me since we started our jobs together in January of this year, and she continues to bless my days with her smiles and love for our Lord. Not only that, but she introduced me to your music. The first gift she gave me was Station Wagon. My daughter and I love it. I drive, she sings and then falls asleep. I drive and sing, and skip back to previous tracks and listen and drive and sing some more until we get to where we are going. The Angels Watching Over Me track is going to wear out before Ella turns two! I just wanted to thank you for creating such true, significant and addicting music. I am so blessed to have Becca in my life, your music in my cd player, and a Lord who loves me just the way I am. Keep up the fantabulous work! I hope to meet you some day soon! -Kristin

John Blase September 29, 2009 • 03:28 PM

Sara, I've written a small Christmas book that reminds me in some ways of your Christmas cd. Don Pape is my publisher and boss. I'd love to gift your family with it; no strings attached. If not, no worries, but if so, where might a man send such a gift? Grace, always grace, John

Shawn Menendez September 29, 2009 • 09:36 AM

Sara, Im 43 and my fiance is 28. We both love your music and would really like to express that you putting Austin, Tx on your schedule would be such a blessing. Our church, the Austin Stone has over 4000 members, mostly UT students. Not to mention the countless surrounding churches. Austin loves Jesus!

Michelle September 29, 2009 • 04:47 AM

Sara, when are you coming to Australia??!!

Sally Greenham September 28, 2009 • 07:17 PM

I wasn't really familiar with your music until we watched the movie "The Ultimate Gift" and heard "Something Changed". I love the words and the meaning to that song. The part of the video that I loved (when we saw it in the bonus features on the DVD) is that it not only showed you performing, but also serving. There is a beauty in serving others, isn't there? Currently my husband and I are financially challenged, and not able to serve in some of the ways that I really dream of serving. (Actually we homeschool and have this crazy dream building up inside lately of living in an RV and just witnessing, and serving, and traveling, and learning but anyway . . . ) But the funny thing is that even without money, there are sooooo many ways to serve. Just to sit with the homeless and to let them know that you "see" them, and that you care about them as a person, is a gift. It helps to remind me that even when we feel that we are "hurting" there is someone that hurts more, and helping them helps me too. I don't know why I felt called to share all of that with you, but I look forward to hearing more of your music now. It inspires me to do more, and to be more, and I like that. God Bless and keep blessing others with your song!

Ashera September 28, 2009 • 11:48 AM

Hi Sara, I bought your Conversations project a while ago. It had been sorta filed away until today. I have just listened and wondered where is Sara Groves? Nice to see that you are still writing and singing. I too am a writer, flutist and singer. It's been a long journey for me. Now a Mom and home-schooler, it gets creative trying to do it all. God is good though and He is helping me work through the challenges. All the best to you! Ashera

becky higg September 28, 2009 • 05:20 AM

hi sara, i'm writing to ask your permission for a little something . . . i'm a songwriter over in the UK, and i'm just in the process of setting up a little website. I really love your stuff, and so many of your lyrics capture so well what's in my heart. I'm wondering if you'd mind if i use some of your lyrics as quotes on my website? i'll go ahead and do it ok, and if you'd rather i didn't then just drop me an email and i'll remove it . . . :-) thanks so much for your music. love becks

Margaret and Mel Molitor September 27, 2009 • 07:45 PM

Dear Sara, We have been fans of yours since end of May, 2000 when you came to visit my first husband, as he was dying. You unselfishly came to our home in Spencer, IA and sang to him. I will never forget it, never. Jerry died June 30, 2000 of cancer. I got the courage to ask (my present husband) Mel on a 'date', which was one of your concerts at Arnolds Park, IA in Aug, 2002. We met you at another concert in Spencer, approx 2004. You have and continue to touch our hearts. Thank you for that. A question we have is, "Do you ever write songs for people?" My husband, Mel's 88 yr old mother just died. She was a very faith-filled mother of 9, and he wrote a tribute to her, from his heart. Now that the funeral is past, we wondered if putting it to song was a possibility? We realize you are very busy with your concerts, ministry and family. If this is possible, you may write us back at: mmolitor@smunet.net Either way, we remain faithful fans, Margaret and Mel Molitor

Archangel of Russia September 27, 2009 • 07:35 AM

Our Jesus healed the sick, raised the dead and spoke only of peace and love and he was arrested and had the flesh whipped off his body and was nailed to a cross until death. Our lord's only crime was loving all of us. Don't ever forget what planet your on! The very appearance of Angels means one thing, the time of the Lord is near.

Shannon September 24, 2009 • 07:52 PM

And please, please come to Northwest Arkansas sometime....we don't all wear overalls and go barefoot.:O) I saw at Hearts@Home (a few years ago) that your bus was stuck in Bentonville, headed to LA for Katrina. I thought..."Oh, if only I would have seen it. I would have had the whole bunch of you over for good ole' southern dinner and sweet tea!"

Shannon September 24, 2009 • 07:47 PM

I cannot begin to tell you how your music has spoken to me...as a wife, mother and God seeker. Thank you, Sara! I love your generous heart! We feel blessed in life and want to pass it along, as you do. Thank you for your inspiring example! XO

Connie September 24, 2009 • 08:21 AM

Hi, I guess writing here is a good way of pouring out my heart. At least I know people like you believe in God and that I can too and that I am not alone. I am five weeks pregnant and really happy. I am also going through some inward turmoil on my own. The thing is, before I met my husband, I was involved in bad relationships, drunk a lot and basically lived a life that is not pleasing to God. Last year, about the same time, I found out I was pregnant, my first reaction was of disbelief and anger...,my boyfriend at the time was abusive and there was no future..., I agreed to an abortion which he insisted on and payed for. I don't blame him cos, I could have made my own choices.., for so long I couldn't live with myself and what I had done...., I have sought God and he has told me in his word that He has forgiven me..... and then now I am pregnant.., and I still think about my first baby (Joshua), thats what I called him..., I cry when I think of him.... I know in my heart of hearts that he was a boy. Right now I am having to lie that this is my first pregnancy, and my husband doesn't know..., I feel bad, I am also hoping that God blesses with more children despite what I did. please pray for me to find complete healing..,I feel like an animal, like I don't deserve to be here, and I can't share this with anyone...(except here cos you don't know me) ..., I have repented and asked God to forgive me.., I became born again..., I hope my baby growing inside me will be okay. I miss Joshua though but I know he is with Jesus.... Thanks..

Nolan & Rebekah September 24, 2009 • 07:40 AM

My wife and I used to live in Springfield MO. She is from there, and we both finished grad school at SBU. I saw you at a Brown Bag special for KSBJ in Sugarland a few years ago (before I met my wife). We now live near Ann Arbor, MI and we miss Andy's Frozen Custard. Keep up the great work. God bless you.

kristin September 24, 2009 • 05:49 AM

Hi Sara, I've never done anything like this before, but could not get away from that prodding to do so. My husband and I just saw you in Canidagua. A couple of summer's ago was the first time I heard your music as we were driving to Virginia for a family vacation. My husband bought your cd conversations and I listened to it with my eye closed as he drove in it's entirety. Little did I know that that coming fall and winter I would go through a very painful time in my life where I needed courage and strength. It was as if your songs were speaking to me. I can't even describe how much your music has helped me! It must be an amazing feeling to know that people that you have never met are listening to your songs and as a result connecting to the Father in beautiful ways. WoW. By the way. I thought that I was the only one who sounded great harmonizing with you(as I'm doing dishes, driving, vacuuming) The girl that sings with you is just wonderful, I met my match!(smile). Any way, kidding aside, thank you for sharing your gift with the body of Christ. Thank you for provoking me to think beyond myself. I'm praying for you and family. (big hug) ps. Human trafficing is something that my husband and I have been ultra sensitive to lately, and didn't know why. You mentioned it at concert and we just squeezed eachothers hand. Since then, a few more things have happened to draw our attention. God is stirring His people's hearts. I'm trusting Him for guidance.

Rachel Hubbard September 23, 2009 • 02:49 PM

Sara- PLEASE tell me how it's possible that you are such a genius!! :) I cannot even begin to describe how much you inspire me. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, for loving Jesus, and being bold in your creativity and bringing something new to the table of Christian Contemporary music, with every album you make. I've known about your music for about 6 or 7 years because my mom loves your music, and she even met you at a show years ago, but since I've become an adult, your music finds ways to relate to me now more than ever. I've been listening to pretty much every song of yours for the past month, whether it be at home, on campus, or in coffee shops doing homework. I mean, I've cried, I've laughed, and I've been so encouraged by you. Please, never stop writing music. Your fans love you. Praying that you'll be blessed!

Rick Schweitzer September 22, 2009 • 04:41 PM

Sara: I caught “How Is It Between Us” on the Christian cable music channel on a Saturday evening back in May of this year. I was stuck not by the lyrics but by the quality of your voice. Being a musician and living a with house full of musicians to boot, I am always on the lookout for excellent music. Being a drummer, I listen for vocal phrasing and get to the lyrics later. Sorry about that! Searching further on the Internet I was able to listen to more of what you have recorded and it is nothing but awesome. I purchased of copy of Conversations and continue to enjoy it in the car, on my MP3 player and I just had in playing in our sanctuary this past weekend as I assembled my drum set and microphones and sound gear for our worship service. While touring and being on the road can be filled with excitement and disappointment, don’t give up. What you do, your message and your lifelong commitment to Christ, your family and yourself is who you are. Your fingerprint proves it. It can’t be duplicated. God Bless. Rick Schweitzer Dalton, MA

David J. Summers September 22, 2009 • 11:20 AM

Hi Sara and Troy! I want to say thank you for sharing your music and story and lives with us at the Songwriters Conference in California a few weeks ago! You have been a huge blessing to my ministry and life, and I really appreciated your compassion when we talked about the separation and hurt in my family. Sara, I chatted with you about my interest in joining your support team in Rawanda, and I left my e-mail address with Troy so that you could send me info on joining the support team. I found the link in your blog, but it actually returns an error message at this point! I am very passionate about doing work in Africa and would love to join you on your next trip to Rawanda! I hope to hear from you soon! Much Love!

Rob Hillman September 21, 2009 • 06:21 PM

Oh Sara and Troy, You are such beautiful people! Be asured, I pray for you and your family on a regular basis. I'm sorry you are in the lime light so much, but you are doing a good work for the Lord. And you ARE loving your kids, the most important thing to you. I wish if there was anything I could do for you guys, I could be there. I droped you a note about not having a mom at the Song Writers conferance. You have touched my heart. Thank you, Rob

lola September 21, 2009 • 04:00 PM

hey Sara i am probably your biggest fan but i just want to say that you have an amazing voice and it is so comforting to hear.i was wondering if you could let me know where the song i saw what i saw is...or on what c.d.....i love you ...you are amazing love,lola

Debby Smith September 19, 2009 • 02:32 PM

Sara, Just wanted to let you know how much God's Spirit ministers, stirs and draws me closer into Him through His Spirit in your songs. My sister gave me one of your CD's about 5 years ago, and I never listened to it..until this year. It was God's timing because my heart drank in each word. I couldn't stop weeping. Your authenticity and transparecy is precious. I really apprecicate you, and I feel like you're my friend. Debby Smith

Bill Pugh September 18, 2009 • 05:46 PM

Sara, When I first heard "When The Saints" I felt that it was one of the most compelling, convicting, and inspiring contemporary Christian songs I'd ever heard. I believe to this day that God is using that song, your song, to encourage me to go onto the international mission field. One day, hopefully soon, that will happen. Now, we have all been blessed by another of your songs, "I Saw What I Saw". I could never thank you enough for the way your music has been a blessing to me. God Bless you.

Nancy Johnson September 17, 2009 • 01:17 PM

My best friend is your biggest fan and has always raved about you and how God uses you to speak and stretch her and I had the chance to see you at Northland Church in Longwood (Orlando) not too long ago. I have started to listen to a cd my friend bought for me & two of your cds I bought and God's using you in my life now too. Some of your words are helping me let go of things I've had a grip on forever!! Thank you! When I met you, you loved the bag I had my books & cd in & my best friend (the one I mentioned above) had MADE it! She was SO HAPPY that you loved her bag...that she MADE ONE FOR YOU! So ~ Do you have a POBOX or address she can send it to? We will be looking for you next time you come through Orlando. Thank you for your inspiring, thought provoking, beautiful music for our souls. Love in Christ. Nancy JOhnson

Jared Billman September 15, 2009 • 01:16 PM

Sara, I wanted to take a moment to thank you so much for your music and your ministry. I've been listening to you for years, practically since you began. I've only met you a few times personally but your family has gone to Central AG with us for a long time now. I went to Evangel (just graduated in May) and had your Dad for a few classes. I never got to tell him, but he was one of my most favorite professors because he was to honest, heartfelt, and completely genuine with all his students. He really has a passion for what he does and it shows. It was so amazing to hear from him stories of your ministry and all the challenges it has brought along the way. I've always wanted to thank you personally for your music but I just haven't had the opportunity yet. Your music has helped pull me through some of the most difficult times in my life. I'm sad to say, but right now is one of those times and I find myself retreating to your lyrics again. You have such a gift in song writing. I write all this to not only to say thank you, but to encourage you. I know your Dad spoke of several times when you were discouraged by things that would happen in the industry and other bumps along the road of life. Please remember, you are blessing to thousands of people all over the world. I wonder sometimes how things could personally be different even for me if it weren't for your ministry. So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you -thank you SO MUCH. You have made more a difference in this world than you will ever know. I know you have in my life. -Jared

Megan Phillips September 15, 2009 • 03:48 AM

Dear Sara, Thank you for your worshipful concert last weekend in Canandaigua, NY. My husband and I love your music, and this was the second concert we have been blessed to attend. I have been singing your music in my head ever since! I was especially excited when you shared your story about visiting your childhood home, because the same thing happened to my oldest friend and me this year as well! Jenny and I have known each other for 37 years, since we were 5. She lives in Texas now, and I live in upstate NY, but we were able to meet up in our childhood home town in central NY for 24 hours. She had her 6 year old daughter with her, and we took her around the town, had pizza at the local pizza place (best pizza in NY state) and drove up into our old neighborhood. Jenny's house was for sale, so we had that rare opportunity to look in all the windows and wander around the property, to show her daughter her mother's old room, and to note all the changes. The house was empty, so we were able to refurnish it in our minds, and share that with Jenny's daughter. One thing that was still there...a very fancy dart board, with a door on the front. It was still hanging on the wall in the basement!! It served as sort of an anchor in the time warp we were experiencing. I had spent a lot of time in her home when we were growing up, and so the memories flooded back for both of us, made all the more powerful because we experienced them together. It was a beautiful gift we will always cherish. I was so glad to hear that you received a similar gift! Thank you so much for sharing your music and your life stories with all of us! most sincerely, Megan Phillips

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Bob Perry September 14, 2009 • 06:47 AM

Thank you Sara. My wife and I travelled from Leominster MA. to attend your concert in Canandaigua. Your music has inspired and consoled my broken soul over the past 3 years and being able to be present Friday night was a blessing for me. Thank you again and God bless you.

Jonathan Wagner September 14, 2009 • 02:25 AM

Sara, I want to tell you that there are songs you sing which stir my spirit. Thank you. They help me to draw near to Him in worship and to hold close to Him in times of need. God uses your gifts to help so many. Thank you, Jonathan Wagner

Bill Patrowicz September 12, 2009 • 09:47 PM

Thank you for an incredible evening in Canandaigua, NY. Your grace is an example for all believers who are compelled to serve. I want you to know that 3 new companies want to "adopt a wounded warrior," because of our efforts last night. May God continue to bless you.

Therese September 12, 2009 • 06:23 PM

Hi Sara, I have seen you the last 2 times you have been in Charleston, SC - It's time for you to come back!! We love you and your deep, heartfelt music!

Lisa Ashbrook September 12, 2009 • 08:12 AM

Sara, Last night I traveled from Buffalo to see you perform in Canandaigua and I thoroughly enjoyed the intimate evening. I have loved your music for a long time, and now after seeing the simple, honest way you share your artistry, I'm encouraged to stay true to a simple integrity in the abilities God has entrusted to me. Although I can't sing (shower doesn't count) He has blessed me richly in ways that continue to humble and keep me awestruck. Sometimes, I am weighted by the enormity of my smallness before God and His goodness to me in spite of it. Seeing you entrust His plan for you to Him in a way that, counter-culturally, points heavenward, was both refreshing and galvanizing. Thank you and God bless as you continue to offer Him your life. Lisa Ashbrook

Debbie Mims September 11, 2009 • 02:53 PM

I recently arrived home from Zimbabwe, Africa. While working online for a presentation to share what GOD is doing with Bethany Ministries, the mission organization that I'm a part of, I found your song, "I Saw What I Saw." I am writing to ask about sharing it with the churches I visit as the slideshow from our trip plays. It is the perfect song for this summer and what GOD did. I've also blogged and will continue to do so as we work this side to prepare to go back to Zim. The blog is: dedeinafrica.blogspot.com Thank you so much for your willingness to step beyond a pew and serve truly with your own hands and feet. Thank you even more for sharing your heart through the music GOD gifts you with. It is a blessing. Debbie Mims - Ma Sibanda (the Lion - my Ndebele name)

Barry Niese September 11, 2009 • 05:06 AM

Hi Sarah, First of all thankyou for your minisrty and using your gifts for God's glory. My wife and I and family listen much to your music. I have a song I have written called "Beloved Goodbye". After my father and brother in law passed away I wrote it for my mom and sister. I can here you sing it in your style. I wanted to know if you would be interested in hearing it and using it as future material. The honesty of the song seems to fit with your music. Take care to you and your family The Niese's thecoffeedog@msn.com

Sarah Batchelor September 10, 2009 • 09:12 AM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SARA! My whole family LOVES your music. Thanks for the innumerable gifts you have given to so many people through your music and your life. May God's richest blessings be upon you. Any new CD in the works?? :) Sarah

Sean Bulow September 10, 2009 • 04:59 AM

I'm currently in Iraq and I just wanted to tell you that God uses your music in many ways. Your music really lifts me up in bad times. God Bless!

John Anderson September 07, 2009 • 11:10 AM

Love the music and the reality check that it brings to my life. I just wish more of it were available as sheet music, "Stir my heart" is one of my favorites but doesn't seem to be available. (I guess I just have to work it out myself--perhaps a valuable exercise ) Thanks again. John Anderson

Connie September 06, 2009 • 09:19 PM

Hi Sara, I came to know about you by how much Bethany Dillon talks about you. I have never listened to your music but I will when I am able to purchase cd's again. I was born and raised in Kenya...., I have seen both worlds..., of living in the land of plenty and living in the country. And even when I was in Kenya, I did live both in the city and had the lifestyle like in the us, but also spent tons of time in the country with my grandparents. At my grandparents there was no running water, electricity etc.., we did it the typical true african style of using firewood for cookin, fetching river water, etc..., we farmed and and had animals so, we had plenty to eat etc....., I never felt that we were poor, it was fun and what I remember most is the relationship with my aunts, uncles, grandparents, cousins..etc..., life was simple but it was beautiful...., and when back in the city.., it was about cars, and tv and media and latest fashion, and when I moved to the USA, I bought into the American dream of chasing wealth, neadless to say it left me broken and empty. I am still in the us, Married now to an American, and I do love your country, and I appreciate the conviniences, and opportunities, but through your work and others like you, I have realized that I was on the wrong track..., that my heart was caught up in wealth and stuff, but now I know better since I asked Jesus to come into my life. I understand when you say that in that simple life (like in Rwanda), there is beauty, the humbleness of the people is something money cannot buy. Sometimes I feel terrible, to have grown and lived in Africa, and then came to the land of plenty, and forgot how simple life was back then.. How come the ones who know, and have lived the life..., do nothing to give back when they come here. ??, I see so many of us..., here in the Us.., all chasing the American dream, and then see people like you..., going back to give our own people.., I understand the condition of the heart is between a person and God, but I know I want to do something..., to help those I left behind.., for I have been given more than enough, and it's time I gave back... God Bless you and your family... Connie

Frank September 04, 2009 • 11:13 AM

Hi I am very encouraged by your song 'Less like scars' - the more I read the words the more encouraged I am. Its a deeply giving song, and honours how the Lord God works in the lives of His people. in the good Lord! Frank - London, UK

shekaina September 04, 2009 • 06:59 AM

hi sara...i love your songs..keep it up!:)

erika chambers September 02, 2009 • 11:58 PM

Nearly a decade ago (when I was 19), I spent half a year in rural Kenya, living among the people and serving. I was young and idealistic and expected the "Halleluiah Chorus" to play throughout each day as I "did the Lord's work". I planned to save the world in six months. But no matter how much I did, how hard I worked, I couldn't seem to make a dent in the problem. The guy I prayed for still had leprosy, my Kenyan teammate and his wife still died of AIDS, the kids were still hungry, their cries still haunted me. I came back to America angry, and I stayed that way for a long time. Along the way, I became a songwriter and began to process it all through music and a deepened relationship with God. I feel like I've written the same "I don't understand, but You're still faithful" song over and over again, but maybe I need to. A few weeks ago. "I saw what I saw" came on my internet station at work, and I froze. Suddenly, all the images and emotions of Kenya rushed over me again. I was hearing the song I've been trying to write for ten years. At that moment, I had no idea that it was inspired by your time in Africa. Tonight I watched the video, and could't believe it. I was watching myself. But you had a defiant hopefulness in your eyes that I had lost somehow. Right now I'm finishing a record full of songs inspired by stories of beauty birthed from tragedy. "I saw what I saw", along with the rest of the songs on "Tell me what you know" is giving me that final push of inspiration, and helping me continue the healing process. I will enter the chorus of "thank you sara" in the hope that each voice and story represented in this guestbook provides the tiniest glimpse into the impact you are making throughout the world. I hope I can thank you in person someday. Love, Erika.

Siri September 01, 2009 • 12:25 PM

Hi Sara: I know that you do not have a chance to read these often, but I wanted to share anyway, and perhaps this will reach you in some form and will be an encouragement. Your music has been a great grace in my life. It dares to address the shadows honestly. It is filled with hope, but it also leaves room for the possibility that in the complexity of just being human, a person can simultaneously have deep faith and experience deep grief. The message is always: God is with us and loves us fiercely, as we are, in all places and all journeys. That is grace. I am currently a therapeutic writing facilitator, and I work with people who are struggling through grief, loss, trauma and/or depression. Good, clear, honest poems, along with participants' own writing and sharing from week to week, have this amazing ability to tap wells of unexpressed emotion, to help people gain clarity in the face of overwhelming situations, and eventually can help them forge a way to hope and peace and healing. I have planned a course series at my church that will use your music as the work (the poetry!) to which class participants will respond and produce their own writing each week. Your music is such a balm; it provides both a place where people can identify their own sorrows AND a place where they can look for profound peace and abiding hope. I thank you for this gift. I know that you were not always a full-time musician, and that choosing to do that probably took some courage on your part. But you have given people something that they can take with them everywhere, a thing that lives and grows and brings great and unexpected beauty to difficult times. You being who you were made to be and doing the thing you were meant to do -- that, as Frederick Buechner says, is where your deep gladness meets the world's deep need. I have no doubt you are living a life in response to a call. Keep doing that, okay? The world really needs it. With much respect, Siri M., Minneapolis

Kaiti August 31, 2009 • 07:00 AM

Just was blessed viewing your Tangle.com video on LA and Rowanda. I live in Houston. Please get in touch with me when God leads you to go on another mission. I would like to join you and support you. Blessings to you.

Sean August 31, 2009 • 12:19 AM

Sara I am not a Christian (I am Jewish), but your music speaks to all and is beautiful. It is very spiritual and reaches beyond as it speaks a humanity that all can enjoy and relate to. Many thanks for providing inspiring lyrics and keep up the wonderful work! Sean

Susan VanderLee August 30, 2009 • 02:18 PM

On August 18th I was fortunate to sit beside a young lady that was on the same plane as me flying to Minnesota. We had a great visit and most of all discouvered we were both Christ Followers. She told me that she was part of your music group. I had never heard of you, sorry, but when I told my daughter she knew all about you and what a great singer you are. She hears you in Orlando on Z88.3. I rarely listen to that station as I have another Christian station I listen to. I will try to listen to your music. Thank you for serving our Savior with the talent God gave you. Susan

Maggie August 30, 2009 • 11:48 AM

Sara, Thank you so much for all of the work you do. Your songs have been inspiring and comforting in my life as well as so many others. I am a member of a small christian denomination (Christadelphian - meaning Brethren in Christ) in Richmond Virginia with a congregation around 100 and the youth group is organizing a fundraiser for a non profit organization that does work in South America (www.cmadfa.com) and I was wondering if you would be interested in getting involved or even any advice you could offer would be so helpful. Thanks so much! Godbless!

Amy August 30, 2009 • 08:47 AM

We went to the Packinghouse last night to hear you. I'm so glad you got to play so many songs! I was very moved and enjoyed it so much. thank you!

Doug Gresham August 29, 2009 • 05:05 PM

Hi Sarah, Troy has my card but somehow I forgot to get your email address. Things are going well on the Dawn Treader shoot and I am in my motorhome listening to you to keep the Sunday Holy. Drop me a line to let me know how you all are. Blessings to all, Doug.

Vicki August 28, 2009 • 12:11 PM

Dear Sara ... Just a quick note to thank you for pressing in and sharing the gift that God has given you. Over the years I have been compelled and propelled forward by the "deep and wide" messages from your writing and the music accompanying the words. I am involved in a ministry to women. It is our vision to ignite a passion and impart a determined pursuit in and through them to walk their journey .... intentionally ... with Jesus. As I was seeking the Lord about the next four months of 1st Saturdays mini-retreats, He directed me to your song: When the Saints. We are in the process of building our four Saturdays around the four people/ministries you wrote about in this song. Tomorrow is our first one ... the underground railroad. We will focus on Harriet Tubman and will parallel the lesson with Moses and the exodus from Egypt. You have blessed me in ways that words simply cannot express. Again, with gratitude, I thank you dear sister-in-Christ! Blessings, Vicki Westminster, Colorado

Charles Hoffman August 27, 2009 • 08:24 AM

Love your work kid!!

Hannah August 26, 2009 • 04:01 PM

Sara... I LUV YOU MUSIC!!! My teacher plays your music everytime we do art. You have inspired me to do A LOT with my life!!! ...and I am truly thankful! :) I hope your missions go well for you!!!!! Thanks.

Lenice August 25, 2009 • 09:56 AM

I heard a single of yours about 8 years ago, had to go and purchase the entire CD. I loved every single track. Your lyrics are poetic and touching they cry and echo to this lover of words. I am now a fan...continue to do what you do, as unabashed as the industry will allow! May God continue to bless you through his precious son Jesus!

Wayne August 24, 2009 • 02:39 PM

Hi Sara and crew. Thank you for your music, your message and your spirit. I pastor a small and apparently failing church and I share your music with them often during service and it always leads us to more sincere worship. In November when our difficult times started I played 'When the Saints' over several times as we marched around the sanctuary seven times to claim the church as the house of God and to affirm our trust in His leadership and to assert our certain victory over the evil and disharmony that fights so hard to take joy and peace out of the world. I believe that as long as we honor God and lift up Jesus that we will come through this difficult time. I also know with certainty that your music and spirit has been as a cup of cold water on our journey. be in peace, Pastor Wayne

... August 22, 2009 • 10:07 PM

I j/ wanna tell u dat ur song, "he's always been faithfull" is an amazing song. It touched my heart caz it reminded me of my mom, she passed away w/ cancer couple of months ago. We made a video of her for da funeral and dis was song we put.. She went thru a lot in her life, 1 and half yr of pain but I nvr heard her complaing once. She always used to say god has always been faithful. Thank u for the song! God bless you!

Therese August 22, 2009 • 06:12 PM

Sara - you are SUCH a gifted woman of God! I absolutely LOVE your music/lyrics. It is SO refreshing to hear such truth about the human condition and our struggles here on this side of heaven. I know that God's hand is upon you and your family. May you NEVER grow weary of well doing....... God bless your family and your ministry.

Gigi Buhrow August 22, 2009 • 04:26 PM

Hi Sara, Your music inspires me. Thanks for your honesty, encouragement and challenging messages. I am a retired youth minister and past owner of a Christian gift store. Right now, I am in a transition period of my life. I have some creative ideas (inspired by one of your songs) that I would like to talk to you about. Please email me; I would love to share my ideas with you. Gigi Buhrow Hot Springs, AR

Melissa August 20, 2009 • 04:33 PM

hey sara i luv ur music ur very talented n pretty 2 dnt 4get dat god luvs you take care and GOD BLESS YOU

Craig Capdepon August 19, 2009 • 08:36 AM

Thanks for the beautiful music. I play worship three times a week in a large church. I thank God for the christian song writers.

Angela Best August 18, 2009 • 05:55 AM

Sara, From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank you for writing such "simple" yet inspirational lyrics! Your songs speak to me as soon as the first line is sung. One of my favorites that you sing is 'First Song that I Sing.' My love for God runs deep and I am thankful for every moment He gives me, which is why years ago I pledged to sing His praise as soon as I open my eyes. When I heard this song, I wanted to cry! It's exactly what I seek to do!..."before my feet hit the floor, I'll praise you, Lord..." Amen! This morning, I praised Him, and came to my computer and played the song and sang it just for my Creator:) My second favorite is 'How is it Between Us.' The words are powerful and states exactly how I feel at times. I'm miserable, yet shouldn't be until I stop and reflect that I haven't spent time with Him in deep worship and prayer. Thank you, Sara! I pray that you stay encouraged, and that you remain true to the way you write and present your music; not getting caught up into what's the popular thing. It's discouraging to see Christian music gets caught up into what will sell, so the songs lose substance because they're hyped up with a catchy beat and lyrics that offer no message. There's an anointing in your music, Sara so what else is needed? :) God bless you and your family! Sincerely, Angela Best Cincinnati, OH

Scott Bjorke August 17, 2009 • 09:14 AM

Hello, Sara. I want to share with you a story of how your music made a big impact on me... Last week I went to California for a niece's wedding. While there, I added two days to explore Sequoia and King's Canyon National parks. The day before my trip, however, back in Minnesota, as my pre-trip excitement was building, I had my iPod on 'shuffle' while in the car. It played "He's Always Been Faithful To Me", although I had never heard it before (my wife had bought the CD and my iPod has all our combined music on it). WOW. That song really spoke to me! I've always loved "Great is Thy Faithfulness", but what a wonderful 'take' on that song! Listening to it, I was covered in goosebumps. I decided to make that song my trip's theme while exploring and hiking God's incredible nature out west. In fact, I listened to your "Conversations" and "All Right Here" albums constantly during my stay -- and I loved every minute of it. Your voice, the arrangements, and the message are truly wonderful. I will always remember how your music filled my trip with many "God moments". Thank you for sharing your gifts with the rest of us. Your voice is beautiful, and I pray you will continue your ministry speaking to the rest of us through wonderful song. God Bless, Scott Bjorke Maple Grove, MN PS I see you will be here in December -- you bet I'll be there along with my wife and two daughters!! PPS Perhaps one day you'll visit Sequoia or King's Canyon National parks. If you do, I pray you will have as great an experience as I did! I can recommend two great albums for you to listen to, as well! ;)

Marie August 17, 2009 • 08:35 AM

Your song, "He's Always Been Faithful", is perhaps my all-time favorite Christian song. I was introduced to it by my kids' ballet teacher who makes it a point to be very Christ-centered in her classes. She picks Christian songs for the kids to dance to for their "recitals" (they are performances at Nursing Homes)every semester. A year ago, your song was the song the big girls' group danced to. It's been my favorite since. Not only that, when I asked my husband to listen to it, it has become his top favorite too! We heard it again on the radio yesterday on our way to church and sure enough, we teared up again! We've decided that that song will be played at our memorial services. It is truly a profound anthem for any grateful Christian. Thank you for the ispiration!

christy perez August 16, 2009 • 08:12 PM

I came across your song 'I saw what I saw' on youtube while I was looking for a piece to perform at a ministry/coffee house event in our church. We hold the event every 3 months to raise money for local ministries - this particular time it was a ministry that packs backpacks full of food for children to take home from school on the weekend (because school meals are the only ones they eat otherwise). This right in our own backyard. Your song 'cut me to the soul' and fit so perfectly. I am so blessed to have found it. Thank you for such an awesome reminder of what's important in this life. You are an incredibly gifted writer/composer. I realize that you have little time to respond to people, I have 3 children as well and completely understand. If by chance you read this and have any suggestions or pointers for a new composer such as myself, I would love to hear it. May God continue to bless your ministry!

cyndi August 16, 2009 • 11:29 AM

i am truly blessed by your words and inspirations.thanks

Cindy Prouty August 15, 2009 • 10:18 PM

Sara, You stayed with us at the New Life Guest House in Rwanda. I was trying to find the Christianity Today article that was to be published in August 2009 about artists such as yourself involved in social justice work. Has it been published? Can you direct me to a link. Thanks, Cindy

John August 15, 2009 • 06:22 PM

Your version of Angels watching over me is the way I remember my Grandmother singing it to me as a child. You should make "Station Wagon" available on Itunes as your other albums are.

Kathy in Orlando August 15, 2009 • 03:03 PM

Sara- I just wanted to thank you for your beautiful gift you gave to all who were @ Northland this weekend. You not only touched me as a beautiful singer, songwriter & musician, but you have an amazing way with words. Thank you for making this weekend a very memorable & cherished time for me. I am just beginning to re-connect with my God. It is people like you who help me see that God is and always will be very real.

Gina in GA August 15, 2009 • 09:06 AM

Just wanted you to know that i am now regularly checking the site for news about this new album i've heard bits and pieces about. Our family is eagerly anticipating it's release! Much has happened in our lives since the last album and we look forward to hearing what He has done in yours! God's blessings on your family! We love y'all in Jesus.

Gene August 14, 2009 • 08:04 PM

:D God guild sis~Exo 15:2

Alison August 14, 2009 • 05:57 AM

Hello Sara, I just wanted to say that I am thankful for the way God is still using your music to speak truth into my life. I am thankful for the gifts of creativity, language, musicianship, and compassion that he has given you. The past year has been a huge year of transformation for me. After 23 years of living in denial, I was finally able to admit that my dad is an alcoholic. I started seeing a Christian counselor last year to process through family brokeness. Working through these issues is really really hard, harder than I expected. There are times where I think about how much easier things seemed when I lived in denial. But your music from "Conversations", especially "Painting Pictures of Egypt", have really spoken to me, encouraging me to keep pressing into the Lord for healing, even though my "Egypt" sometimes seems so much better. Thank you for following the Lord and using the gifts he has given you! Alison

Charlie Thiel August 12, 2009 • 11:51 PM

Sarah, Hi, I love your music and I loved talking with you in the lobby of Cornerstone Fellowship Church when you did your concert there earlier this year. Keep up the good work, and hang in there with your kids. Every day is a new experience, even when they hit their late teens and 20s.

Sena Treadway August 11, 2009 • 09:20 AM

I want to first say God has blessed you with a beautiful voice and I'm so glad you've chosen to use it for his glory. Your songs are very moving and I'm saddened that those songs are not available as accompaniment tracks to share with congregations of people that need to hear your message, especially the song from your latest cd, "When the Saints". Great lyrics. Please reconsider so that your message and songs can reach more people.

Laura Baillie August 09, 2009 • 07:32 PM

Sara I wanted to thank you for being faithful to share the message He's given you. I can only imagine, as a homeschooling mother of 3 myself, what it costs you(and how He blesses you)... All your songs that I've heard, especially "You Did That For Me" and "Hiding Place" mean so much to me. I was pregnant with my son when I found out I had breast cancer(3 years ago) and He carried us through all that and gave me so much to hold onto. So I couldn't just keep that to myself and I started a blog on Blogger called "Somewhere Beyond the C......" to try and share what He did for us...when I was looking for music to put on there, several of your songs jumped out at me... Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!! God bless you and your family! much love, Laura

Shaun August 08, 2009 • 05:57 AM

Dear Sara, I just felt like looking up your website to see if there was some type of guest page and here it is. I just went on a walk down the beach at the end of a family vacation feeling a bit down about a few things looking for some inspiration and one of your songs came into my head so I put on your add to the beauty album and just started crying during the first song. My family has been through a lot and Gods mighty hand of grace and mercy has brought us through but I cant say put in to words the sense of healing hope and Gods love that just came over me and so I wanted to say thank you for your beautiful and real songs that God gives you. Also, I just graduated from nursing school and went on a healthcare outreach project to central America and I also even explain how blessed encouraged and inspired I was by the I saw what I saw album. It got me through a 7.1 magnitude earthquake at 3:00 am driving around a village making sure people were ok singing in my head and crying "your courage asks me what am I afraid of and what am I made of". Anyways thank you. God bless. Shaun, MA

Melissa L. August 05, 2009 • 08:28 PM

I am a wife and mother of four children. Two girls and two boys. We love your music. The Lord has really used you to challenge us,encourage us. To make us laugh and even cry. Music is a huge part of our lives and we are thankful for the gift that God has given you. Our children are 8,6,4 and 10mos. The three older ones always yell "SARA GROVES" when one of your songs comes on in the car. We would love to see you come to the Augusta GA area again.

Carol Apple August 05, 2009 • 10:24 AM

Thank you for following your passion. Please know how you have touched my heart with Tell Me What You Know. I am moved by the sad inspiration from the atrocities in Rwanda and on a personal note. Your songs sing of hope, pain, listening and knowing. Again, blessings to you and your family for sharing your gift. Oh and HI to the loving Dads that report back to you! blessings.

Nancy Rowe August 01, 2009 • 02:31 PM

Hi Sara, Our Pastor just discovered your You Tube of "I saw what I saw"....from Africa. We are preparing to return to another Mission Trip to Maseno, Kenya in the fall...some of us for the 4th time. Our heart aches for the many orphans we work with in that area. We are even prayerfully considering putting up an orphanage there. But God has not provided the clear direction (or the funds yet). We are a rural congregation (Peace Lutheran, Baldwin WI) and are trying to make a difference. Your "You Tube" kindled the fire once again after some had gotten discouraged due to trouble fundraising. But just as you saw....so did we.....And we cannot forget those precious faces. If you were ever able to visit us on a Sunday in Baldwin, we would love to have you at a church service. YOUR MUSIC IS INSPIRING!!! Keep up the good work. God is using you! Blessings... Nancy Rowe and the Kenya Mission Team of Peace Lutheran, Baldwin WI.

Jessamy Irwin-Clark August 01, 2009 • 07:39 AM

Hi there- I am a professional painter from the UK and I wanted to get in touch as I have just painted a Self-portrait as the Moon. Sara's song (You are the Sun) has captured my imagination for a while and a few months ago someone had a prophetic picture of my face as though in the moon, this confirmed to me that I must paint this image that had for so long been lodged in my heart and mind. The painting is now part of a prestigious art competition and I pray that it will cause many people to recognize that they themselves are mere cold, hard stone without the Father's life-giving light and love. I would love to share the image with you and could email a photograph if you'd like (but I don't have an email add for you). Thanks and blessings- Jess

Karrington Spann July 30, 2009 • 08:12 PM

Sara, I first discovered your music when I was only 9. I fell in love with your heart felt lyric, sold foundation in Christ, and the beautiful sound of your piano. I was able to share your music with my grandfather and he too became so fascinated by the intricate songs you write. He is actually quite hard of hearing but still has a love for song. What I find awesome, is that he enjoys your music because he can truly understand what you're saying. Though this may seem quite ridiculous. It's realy a been a blessing for him to have an artist he can listen to that sings with clarity and simplicity. W My grandpa and I have always been close but listening to your music and sharing the love for it has even brought us closer. I now live overseas, in Madagascar. I've been living there for 6 years. Through the years I have found that whenever I am distraught and am somewhat "homesick" (or family sick, I would say), listening to your CD's just gives me a peace. The Lord has used your songs is POWERFUL ways. Anyways, comging back to the U.S. and popping in your cd in the car while driving with my Grandpa, is just a reminder of how constantly faithful the Lord has been, is and always will be. So thank you. Thank you for your gorgeous heart, taht radiates through each and everyone of your songs. It's a rare jewel in this crazy hypocritical media world we live in. Thank you for your solid faith in our Savior and how preciously it's been displayed in each album. Tahnk you for your humility, again, a rare virtue found today. You are beautifully and wonderfully made. at His feet, Karrington Spann

thea July 30, 2009 • 07:09 PM

Sara, I loved your music since your first CD. I am always amazed by how profound and true your music is. I have a huge tendency to list to the same album (of yours) for months at a time. Today, while driving for an extended time, I listened to conversations several times through. Your work speaks to and resonates with my soul. Thank you. I am very interested in what you use for devotionals/spiritual growth. I checked your sight and am going to look into the books you mentioned for inspiration. Obviously God's Word is living and active in and of itself, but I appreciate the insights of believers who are so actively producing fruit. If you ever have a few moments to post any devotionals that you have found, I will count it as a blessing. As it stands, please know that God has ministered to me through you more times than I can count. Thank you for your service to Him.

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Bethany Faulkner July 29, 2009 • 08:50 AM

Sara, I just wanted to tell you how much your song "It's going to be alright" on the CD Add to the Beauty CD means to me. It truly speaks to me. Thank you.

michael zaruba July 29, 2009 • 08:49 AM

been waiting forever to see you play here in the valley. how can i be included in watching you perform in Scottsdale

laura f. wise July 28, 2009 • 11:19 PM

Sara, your music never grows old. Thank you very much for sharing your gifts with the world to add to His Kingdom. Your voice, music, stories, and testimony hold a bright spot in my heart. Thank you! May our Lord and King give you peace and grace.

Christian July 28, 2009 • 04:56 PM

Dear Sara, I sat here tonight putting your CDs on my computer to take with me when I return overseas. I came across a message you wrote to me on the cover of "Another Side of Something" that a friend sent me overseas. Then a pop up from one of your CDs came onto my screen which led me to your website where I read how God has been working in your life the past few years. I haven't heard your new album but I was touched by your heart. I don't really feel comfortable writing in a public domain, but I felt the Lord nudging me to write. I have been in the USA for the past 2 years caring for my dad with brain cancer. He died in April and so now I will continue on in the work God has called me to. I work for a mission organization, serving in Austria with refugees from war torn countries. As I read your story and how God has been expanding your heart, I felt led to ask and invite you to join in prayer and possibly giving to this work. What we are a part of seems to resonate with what you described. I imagine you are busy with your kids, music and probably have many requests. I've never done this before. I praise God for what He is doing in you.

Marlene Stank July 28, 2009 • 10:46 AM

Sara, I heard one of your older songs on Revive our Hearts today. It was just what I needed. I am a mother of five, a fulltime college student, a widow (of suicide) and I have MS. I had been losing sight of the faithfulness of God. I do not understand what good He plans to work out of all of this, but your song and your blog about your latest album remind me again that He uses suffering. I am looking forward to hearing your new album!

Ryan Trisler July 25, 2009 • 07:15 PM

Thank you for everything, your music had a knack for coming on when I was in the midst of breaking down. It then helped me though with the truth and love that is stored within in your songs. Thank you!

Meagan July 25, 2009 • 09:28 AM

My dad has pastored our tiny church for 20 years, and recently went on sabbatical because he was discouraged, burnt out, and depressed. We had the pleasure of joining you in worship at a conference in Oakland, CA a few months ago (Doing Church 09) and bought several of your CDs. We have since talked about all he is learning about God's unconditional love for him, and how while the messages he reads in his theology books change over the years, depending on the times, he has consistently seen God's love shine through music and art, regardless of the decade. Your music was one of the things he mentioned. He is more hopeful now than I have ever seen him!

Sherry July 23, 2009 • 07:08 PM

Come back to Dallas - pleeeeease! Your songs are like a salve on my soul.

Corrie Rose July 22, 2009 • 07:56 PM

I was reading some previous entries and saw mentioned that you were in Toronto recently! I want to cry because I live less than an hour away from Queensway Cathedral and if I had only known I would have been there in a heartbeat! My husband checks the tour schedule diligently (he's more the computer guy) to see if you will be performing within driving distance of us. Your songwriting and voice resonate deeply within me. I know it can only come from God! I am a singer by nature but I could only pray for the ability to write such inspiring, meaningful music. I am trying to figure out how God wants me to use my voice to honour him. At the moment that means singing to my own children and for the cradle roll class at church and for the children I provide daycare for. I have also sung at a few weddings and both grandfathers funerals. Most recently I sang "Fly" at a close friends wedding. I was so excited to finally have an opportunity to sing one of your songs. I am a huge advocate for your music and am always telling people they need to buy your music!!! I respect you deeply for your humanitrian efforts and I know without a doubt that you are making a difference in the world!!!!

Carissa July 21, 2009 • 04:03 PM

Please oh please oh please come to Nashville with your Christmas tour!!

Mary Hull July 20, 2009 • 08:07 PM

hello mrs. sara groves. just wanted to say i love your music and lyrics. I'm 16 years old and some friends of mine gave me 2 of your cds after they heard me sing an orginal song at a church service. they said i write like you. whereas most of the songs are based on fictional storys that demonstrate God's love,faithfulness, strength, and so much more. I am honored that people would think of me being at all like you. thank you for using your gift for Christ. you are a wonderful model for girls and woman to follow.

Cameron July 20, 2009 • 04:47 PM

Recently I have been deeply saddened by all of the things I don't know. But after hearing "What Do I know" I was reminded of the things I do know for certain, and I was reminded of a promise that a man gave over 2,000 years ago. He said "come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Thank you for your words of encouragement, your music, and sharing your faith with others.

Rick Smith July 19, 2009 • 09:51 PM

A young lady who is a great Christian introduced me to your music by singing "When The Saints" at the church we attend in Mountain Home, Arkansas. She sung it with such intensity and conviction I had to know more about Sara Groves and the song. I just want to thank you for loving God and sharing through your music and website. I like your thoughts on the "Spiritual Buffalo" also. Keep up the Good Work. May God bless and keep through all eternity. RS

dawn marie renaker July 19, 2009 • 05:25 PM

Wow, you are an inspiration to so many. I love to hear your music on our power 88 radio station in ph. Our pastors daughter sings and plays your music on the piano.. I must say she has an awesome voice.. She brings your song music to life.. Thank you...

Lindsay July 19, 2009 • 05:18 PM

Thank you for being such an inspiration! God Bless you & yours

Seth Piller July 17, 2009 • 08:25 PM

Dear Sara, Thank Thank You for recording Love Is A Worthy Cause. That song really miniters to me. That song is so powerful. Keep up the awesome songs and the awesome music. You are a blessing to all of your fans. God Bless You! Take Care Sara! Love, Seth Piller Your Friend and Spirit Nephew

Charles Agyeman July 16, 2009 • 08:20 PM

Hi Sarah, I want to acknowledge the gift of God through you unto all mankind. You make some of the most core-touching music I have ever heard and I'm not even American! Your music strikes a chord which seems to resonate with the very essence of our humaness and search for God. Your music brings tears to my eyes whenever I listen meditatively alone, it challenges me to love to hope to persevere to trust and to believe. God bless you!

Joseph July 15, 2009 • 09:36 PM

Sara. I read your post on the 700 Club tonight. Do not "swallow the sovereignty pill", as you put it. The doctrine of God's sovereignty has been distorted by the church in a dangerous manner. Yes, God is sovereign, but not in the sense that everything that happens in a Christian's life is because it is God's sovereign will. There are choices we make that affect the outcomes on this earth. The way that God's sovereignty really works is this: You seek God for a promise that you care about and need fulfilling in your life. You seek Him through His Word. Afterwards, once you have received the assurance that God will perform what He has promised, nothing will prevent it from being carried out, because of God's sovereign power. Do you see the difference? Let's look at a practical example. You mmentioned that you are concerned about your children's safety. Set out to seek out promises in God's Word which will secure their safety. Promises in God's Word in this regard include: Isaiah 49: 25b "... for I will contend with them that contend with thee and I will SAVE THY CHILDREN." Psalm 115: 14 "The Lord shall increase you more and more, YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN." Jeremiah 32: 37,39 "... I will cause them to dwell safely ... for the good of them, and of THEIR CHILDREN after them." Proverbs 14:26 "He who fears the LORD has a secure fortress, and for his CHILDREN IT WILL BE A REFUGE." Don't pass over these promises. They are yours but you have to SEEK God diligently until you know God has spoken them for you and over your children. See Jeremiah 32: 42 ("promises") and Jeremiah 33:14, and then know that what God has declared WILL COME TO PASS! Isaiah 44:8 "Have not I told thee from that time and have declared it?" Once God declares His promises over your life, it is done, and God's sovereignty (His power) will not permit any devil, circumstance, person, to preclude His promise from coming to pass. That is the real definition of God's sovereignty, not this CHURCHY doctrine that has sentenced alot of Christians to accept painful circumstances that He never intended for them to experience. In relation to the example of Job that you referred to in your article, remember His children were adults, not kids. Job 1 makes it clear they had theit own houses, so don't sweat the Job example. If they were as upright as Job, Satan would not have been able to destroy them any more than he could Job knowing that "God is not a respecter of persons." (Romans 2:11) I was on the same journey as you were once not knowing whether I could cross the street and be hit by a car in an act of "God's sovereignty". It is a very destructive doctrine and the only way you are going to be delivered from it is by going against the flow, and being unpopular with Christians, as it entails knowing that not all of us are aggressively pursuing Christ with all of our hearts. (i.e., Knowing that He will reward us for doing so). Hang in there kiddo ... Help is on the way if you are willing to try. There will be difficult times in pursuing this course as what you see around you for quite a while will look like mothing is happening, but know that what God has promised He will bring to pass! So don't lose heart! You have one person who has passed through this fire already (ME!) and am consistently experiencing God's deliverance in my life as a result of it. I came close to losing my wife, my children, my marriage, but none of it transpired because I had a friend who kept prodding me to keep seeking God through Christ and His Word for deliverance (for a period of years in some cases), otherwise I would have given up hope. I have experienced what I am telling you. It is the real thing! What the church offers in this regard (being a part of the church, I know), is a dead end. I came to that dead end and sought God hard to break free and determine what God's promises really said. The answer is to seek your guts out for God in this area. It will be the difference between personal tragedy and disaster or God's preservation and deliverance. I have run out of space. God bless you in your endeavours. Much love in Christ, your brother from Canada! Please e-mail if you are diretced to do so. I hope that you father or father-in-law does not delete this message but forward it on to you even if they disagree with what is said. Let's pray they do.

Eleanor Stirling July 15, 2009 • 01:05 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to thank you for serving God in the ministry He's given you - I only discovered your music a fortnight ago but just one CD (The Other Side of Something) has touched my heart greatly. I was listening for the first time on my headphones at work, and it got to the song "Esther" and I found myself in tears! I can't even explain why, except to say that the Lord has been laying Africa on my heart too, and that I have been really praying about what He wants me to do - right now I pray and give but I'm sort of poised on the edge of my normal working life waiting a call to something more practical in terms of working for the Lord. Anyway having read the "About Sara" section I've been in tears again (I'm not usually like this!!) and am so thrilled to hear about your work with IJM and around the world; I relate to your desire to get more involved in the lives of those who are suffering, whom God has put us in a position to help. I know you don't read these entries much but if you do, please can you tell me if Esther is still working in Africa? And if I can find out more about her work? I would like to at least pray, in response to her call for help - it may have been from 2003 but I bet there's still work going on that needs prayer today. I would like to do what I can. Thank you for drawing our attention to those in need - I'm going to get your latest album too - I'll be praying for your continued work and I thank God for your heart for Him! May He richly bless you and your family and may He bless the work of your hands as you continue in His service.

Ed Levash July 14, 2009 • 08:03 PM

Dear Sara, I love you and your message... I enjoyed you in concert last April in Wyckoff, NJ. Sadly, I don't see - on your concert schedule - that you'll be returning to NJ or New York City, at least in the near future. Well, so long for now. Keep up the good work. God bless you... Sincerely yours, Ed Levash, a wonderful New Jersey fan!

cesiah July 13, 2009 • 03:11 PM

hi !!! i've heard ur music and its realy really great i love it specially it might be hope God gave u a talent keep going blessings

Norma Nichols July 13, 2009 • 07:45 AM

My name is Norma, and I will be singing your one of your songs while a young woman, named Leenie, 20 years old, will be dancing as her spiritual gift and ministry to the seekers who come to worship on July 26th. Leenie has chosen to go into ministry, because Jesus has become so a part of her heart. And her dancing is an extension of her passion for Christ. She dances as only young people can...with vibrance, and energy, and with a lifesource that only comes from the soul. I wish you could see her express your song...it brings tears to my eyes, I can only imagine how it would touch your heart. May God continue to bless you and your music. Norma

Carl irving July 13, 2009 • 04:17 AM

I heard Sara sing in a church somewhere? It had the lyrics "sinner come home" in the song. can I get a recording of this. I would love a copy and think maybe she should put it on her album? hopefully a new one soon. However its as the lord wishes. Increase and Multiply the blessing in Saras life lord. Amen

Catherine July 11, 2009 • 06:43 PM

Hey Sara, I first heard your CD "Add to the Beauty" while working at a patient's home. Just want to let you know how inspiring the songs were: this is a toddler with very severe medical issues whose parents are big fans. They have all your CDs and it's really great listening to your songs during work. Sometimes during trying times, I'd find myself listening to "How it matters" and feeling better. So I hope you know that even if/when you don't feel it, God is working through you. Thanks!

Chris Finley July 08, 2009 • 08:54 AM

Sara, I stumbled upon you while looking for a video of Rwanda to show at a piano concert at our church. (We're taking a team to Gisenyi Rwnada next June). I found "I saw what I saw". What a beautiful song and video. I think the audience was stunned and some wept as we watched. Many were moved to give deeply and we recieved the gift of 3 additonal team members that night that just happened to meet one of our most pressing needs for the team, a doctor with mission and obstetrical experience. Thak you Sara and God Bless. Chris

tim selph July 02, 2009 • 02:39 PM

dear Sara, thank you so much for your songs that you do.the cd conversations is so good. keep up the good work. Tim and Susan Selph.

Ryan Prendergast and Katie Movic July 02, 2009 • 10:28 AM

Dear Sara, We're going to be getting married on September 26th of this year. We were looking for songs to use in the wedding and nothing was sticking out to us. We found lots of stuff that we could use, but... Then we started listening to some of your music. We've both been listening to your music for a while. And when we heard the song "Loving a Person" we really felt like that was it. We like that it is about the value of loving, and that at the same time it gives a realistic picture about the difficulty of love. We're looking for a way to get the sheet music for the song but have been unable to find it. We saw the songbook was on backorder and fear that it wouldn't be printed on time. Can you help us?

Margo Cameron June 29, 2009 • 04:22 PM

Hi Sara, Thank you for coming to Toronto for the Insight for Living Anniversary celebration.I met you Thursday night after the concert and shared Psalm 56:3 as I felt I'd been instructed to do. I realized I didn't articulate the impression that the verse was not a word of instruction, as much as an affirmation and acknowledgment of what you are already doing and God's pleasure in you. Two other things came to mind later. The first was John 16:33 from the Amplified Bible. "I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have [perfect] peace and confidence. In the world you have tribulation and trials and distress and frustration; but be of good cheer [take courage; be confident, certain, undaunted]! For I have overcome the world. [I have deprived it of power to harm you and have conquered it for you.]" The other is a poem/prayer that I was introduced to during a week of spiritual direction last year and that I now treasure. I hope both of these will be an encouragement to you. Above All,Trust in the Slow Work of God Pierre Teilhard De Chardin Above all, trust in the slow work of God. We are quite naturally impatient in everything to reach the end without delay. We should like to skip the intermediate stages. We are impatient of being on the way to something unknown, something new. Yet it is the law of all progress that is made by passing through some stages of instability and that may take a very long time. And so I think it is with you. Your ideas mature gradually. Let them grow. Let them shape themselves without undue haste. Do not try to force them on as though you could be today what time -- that is to say, grace -- and circumstances acting on your own good will will make you tomorrow. Only God could say what this new Spirit gradually forming in you will be. Give our Lord the benefit of believing that his hand is leading you, and accept the anxiety of feeling yourself in suspense and incomplete. Above all, trust in the slow work of God, our loving vine-dresser. Amen.

Cassie-Marie June 28, 2009 • 01:07 AM

Hi Sara. I started listening to your music when I heard you at IJM's Global Prayer Gathering this year. I normally don't like "Christian" music because a lot of the time it's poorly done and there is no depth to the lyrics. But I just fell in love with your songs. Now I am in Latvia (Eastern Europe) for the summer and it has been a struggle. It is a very heavy place spiritually. As God continues to work on my heart He is helping me to fight for joy everyday.. It's a battle. And He has used three of your songs in particular to encourage me and see me through: Painting Pictures of Egypt, Add to the Beauty, and Why it Matters. I have listened to Why it Matters several times a day since I've been here to remind myself that I may not be able to change Latvia but every little thing that I do to reflect Jesus matters, even if it doesn't feel like it matters. It's easy to forget that, isn't it? It's interesting how much creativity and beauty can change and affect people. I have made films with some kids in a small town here for the past two years over Spring Break and now their teachers are saying that they are changing because of the film weeks. I think it's the creativity and beauty involved in film. God is using it to shape these kids. It's incredible. Anyways, I just wanted to share a little how your gift has been used this summer to encourage a terribly discouraged girl. Thanks. :)

Christina June 25, 2009 • 04:50 PM

Sara, I first heard you music at the Hearts at Home conference a few years ago. Your music spoke to me at that time, even before I know the plans God had for my future. Since then I have lost 2 babies, my most recent was a girl, Kaitlyn. She went to heaven on June 12, a year ago. Needless to say this has been a tough year of many ups and downs. I listen to you music almost daily, especially All Right Here. My favorites are Past the Scars, This Peace and Cannot Lose My Love. They have taken on a new meaning for me this year and now as I look back on this rough year I realize that your music was God's answer to so many prayers. The peace I received from these songs eased me to sleep, comforted me as I cried and took away the quiet when I sat awake all night. I want you to know the impact you have on people's lives and the special gift you are from God. Even though you do not know me you have touched my life in a way that I will never forget and I am certain that as I continue on God's path your music will continue to bless my life in ways the even I do not know yet. Christina

Judith Barnes June 24, 2009 • 12:20 PM

hello Sara I am 18 years old & live in England I've been brought up on your music I love it. Recently got "tell me what you know" It's a great CD. Your lyrics are always inspiring. My fave is probly "when the saints" lots of love xxxx

anne June 24, 2009 • 04:17 AM

Hey Sarah When are you coming to Australia? We love you down here! I am singing He's always Been Faithful to our seniors at church group soon.Beautiful song!! Godbless Anne- Sydney

Therese June 22, 2009 • 04:59 PM

Dear Sara & band members ~~ Wanted to THANK YOU VERY MUCH for the concert you gave us at the Desert Springs Church in Chandler, Arizona. Your songs touched my heart. . . I cried tears of joy when you began with "Add to the Beauty". It was nice to hear you sing in duet. Great Job! I've enjoyed you since August, 2003. I appreciated learning more about the Ride Well Bike Tour & their efforts for the blood:water mission. I was pleased to be a part of the donation. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!

Elli June 21, 2009 • 08:02 AM

I just want to thank you for your ministry and for using your gifts and talents to minister to the soul. I have listened and love your music for so many years and have always loved how your music tells a personal story that is close to your heart. Your volunerability is a beautiful thing. This year has been one of the most difficult years of my life, as I have experienced the death of my marriage. The healing changes are subtle, but I am so over come with the reality that God is here and he is picking up the pieces. I am so filled with gratitude that He is forever faithful. Thank you again.

Brandy Pensiero June 20, 2009 • 08:26 AM

Thank you for being an inspiration for devoting your life to Jesus Christ for being a light at the end of the tunnel for many who are still searching. Thank you for being a mom and having a heart for others. I am a mom as well and I have been through some traumatic times in my youth much in comparison to such stories you tell. I live in the USA but still these stories happen everyday. Thank you for being what I needed to hear today and thank God for allowing me to find your website.

Nathan Lapp June 19, 2009 • 03:58 AM

Dear Sara, Loving our enemies is not a popular subject anymore, by it's a concept taught throughout the New Testament by Jesus and early Christians. I'm really praying for and anticipating more songs from you on this. My wife and have a baby named after you; indeed our lives have been changed because of your incredible gift with words, and by your passionate but humble voice. We love your voice so much that we are hoping that your next album will go lighter on instruments than "Tell me what you know" so that we can just hear you better! Please, please don't allow instruments to drown out your beautiful voice!! May God bless and keep you... Love in Christ, Nathan & Marci, Harrisonburg, VA

Claire June 16, 2009 • 03:19 PM

Also, please do a song in Minneapolis, Minnesota soon, because I'm sure a lot of Minnesotans would like to have you have a concert there.

Claire June 16, 2009 • 03:12 PM

I am only a young teenager and all my friends are older than me. They don't understand how deep spirituality can go, and I am discovering it. They don't care about it. I have been listening to your songs since Conversations, The Word, Painting Pictures of Egypt, and so on. Your songs have helped me through times where I think no one understands me. I love your song When the Saints, and I cry every time I listen to it. It has such a powerful meaning in the words. You have such a gift with words. Often, I have to listen to your songs a few times before I find the hidden and deeper meaning in them. I thank you so much for doing something to show others about Christ. One of my friends doesn't know God, and I will definitely use your music to show her that there is a way to be loved. Thanks again and again.

Billiam June 16, 2009 • 01:47 PM

Thank you Sara, for so much tender sincerity in song and praise worship to our LORD and SAVIOR JESUS! It really comes through in your music, please don't ever change. William M. Combs, ER, RN, Kauai

Amelia June 15, 2009 • 07:25 PM

Sara, A couple months ago I heard that you were going to play a free concert in Franklin TN and Christ Community church. I was so excited, since you are well known to everyone as my favorite Christian Artist. I've tried to come see you for the last several years that you play in the Ryman in Nashville but it seems that something always doesn't work out and I don't get to go. At the time you played in Franklin I was nearly 39 weeks pregnant and my husband and I decided to take our other two kids (two and three years old) to see your concert as the last big family adventure before extended family came to town for the arrival of our new baby. So we first went to downtown Franklin and had ice cream at Baskin Robbins. When we got to your concert I settled in long enough to have a sentimental boohoo moment when you sang "You cannont loose my love". After about 10 minutes we had to leave because our kids were so wound up from the ice cream overload! It was impossible to keep them still and quiet, I felt kind of guilty that we gave them so much, but we were trying to have a special outing. So I missed my great chance to see you in concert. But I did end up with a beautiful baby boy about a week later. Now I also have two boys and a girl.

Dean Cameron June 15, 2009 • 05:15 PM

God gave me this song today. I would love for this to touch someone. 6/15/09 “You’re here” by Dean Cameron We fantasize of Rainbows A life we see so clear The Sunshine on our faces Your presence feels so near So many ways we praise You The Mountain Tops so dear We hope to do your will forever And pray our prayers You’ll always hear For in the quiet of our morning The ease of faith can be so fresh But as the time unfolds around me I see my constant humanness Chorus For this world has walls around us, confusion and unrest. Sometimes my life seems so unbalanced full of compromise and fear. But when the sky is filled with darkness, the clouds of doubt are all I see. The promise I hold on to keeps me anchored in stormy seas. For when I’m weak and tired and broken set apart from all the rest. The single message I can cling to……You’re here. This mile is too familiar I’ve travelled this before So many ways to serve the needs of Love How could I possibly do more But there’s a light off in the distance Growing stronger with each step The light of grace is there reminding me That I’ve never been my best So I’ll put myself in Your hands Leaving all I am to You Knowing in my heart of humanness Your awesome power will shine through Chorus

Sarah Webb June 15, 2009 • 11:11 AM

Sara, You are so inspiring to me. Ever since I saw your video from when you went to Rwanda I've been wanting to seek and know God more and more. I went on a missions trip last summer to Thailand and Cambodia, I felt the same way you did when you went on your trip. That feeling of Love from everyone, feeling so close to God and all that. I've been wanting that feeling back. It's just so amazing to go to other country's and see the love and openness they have for us and God. It is just so awesome how amazing God is. If you have a chance I would love to hear from you. I am very into photography so you could contact me through my myspace www.myspace.com/differentviewphotography Hope you have a GREAT week! God bless, - Sarah. ?

Seth Piller June 10, 2009 • 08:30 PM

Dear Sara, I have created a group for your fans on MyCCM. I hope that you don't mind that I did that on MyCCM. I know that you are a very busy musician. But, I would love to have you as my Aunt. I know that you & I live in two different states. But, would you please be my real aunt. God has been putting you on my heart for a reason and that's why. So, would you be my real aunt? Seth Piller Your Friend

Amy June 09, 2009 • 02:47 PM

Sara, I bought your cd Tell Me What You Know, before I ever heard a note of it. I was in a bookstore and saw it displayed at the counter. When I looked at Song for My Sons, I thought of my own two toddler boys and thought, "Could be a cool song." It turns out that the entire cd is part of my life soundtrack now. You know how songs just fit certain parts of your life? I am a schoolteacher at my alma mater, which is a struggling school. Sometimes I feel like I'm not making a difference--like I CAN'T make a difference. "The Long Defeat" gives me resolve to stay. "It's too heavy and impossible to leave." Also, my dear friend has an eight-year-old son with a rare cancer, and I ache for her as she watches him suffer. The first time I heard "It Might Be Hope" I pulled over to the side of the road to cry. Your words are powerful. Your message, hopeful. Your voice, beautiful. Thank you. Thank you. And once more, thank you. --Amy

Jenny June 09, 2009 • 07:54 AM

Sara- I saw you in concert about three years ago at my home church in Billings, MT. I remember most the story you told behind the song "when it was over". It's such a redemptive story and the lyrics that follow the verse in 1 Peter are so moving. I never thought I'd have a situation in my life that was so close to "when it was over" but I do now and through God's grace and the encouraging words of your song, my husband and I are hand in hand fighting for our marriage. Love truly covers over a multitude of things. Keep going Sara, if all your work only amounted to helping our family, it's been worth it. God bless your ministry

Jessica S. June 04, 2009 • 07:34 PM

Christ is so good, powerful, loving, merciful... We're going through a tough time with our Church and I often get off track or disillusioned - or second and third guess my role. Today, I put on the Nomad DVD Special Feature Concert and the first song was "You are the Sun." It is so true - the section about the Moon and who we are, so truthful even to point out the cold, dark night. I was thankful that God had provided support when I hadn't necessarily expected it. May he keep you strong to help others who are in places of weakness. May you continue to be open to the words He speaks to you, and may you continue to give words of truth - "Words to Live By" - to people in this world. God is Good!

Victoria June 04, 2009 • 01:30 PM

Dear Sara, I believe it is an awesome privilege to be able to write something, sing it, then move on to something else, and yet be able to look back and know that God continually uses what you have done to bless people. I'm wrestling with God right now. In between the bouts, I sit back and listen to your songs. If in the struggle I work out my faith, it is during my still moments that your songs encourage me to keep going. Thank you, for all you do, and for not just asking God what you can do for Him, but for living your life for Him.

GP June 02, 2009 • 10:23 PM

Hi Sara, My wife and I really love your God-given talents. We hope someday you can make it out to Southern California. We're in the San Bernardino area, but we'll go to Los Angeles, San Diego, or Palm Springs and any surrounding area to see you. Thanks, GP

Laurie Thornberg June 01, 2009 • 06:39 PM

My sister, Cathie, has a daughter going off to college. I went thru this 2 yrs. ago. Today I wrote her a letter telling her "I wish I could take you in my arms and hold you for as long as it takes for this pain to pass. I think somehow we were taught to hold and guard our children as close as humanly possible. To love them with all of our being - so we did." Before we know it, the nuturing years are gone . They push us away and leave our side for their furture. I told her how I understood what she was going thru. Having to let go of a child is never easy, whatever the reason. Lastly, I told her that " I love you and want to always hold you in my arms till the pain is past. Even if it's only in my mind -and prayers". I love your music and listen to it everyday. I'm reasonably certain that your own children have not yet left the nest. But someday you too will know what this is about. Everyday someone is holding someone in their arms (minds and prayers). I would be honored if you would consider this material for a song. If you do, God be with you. Thanks, Laurie Thornberg RNC

Clara K May 28, 2009 • 09:40 PM

Sara, I'm 17. I live in Memphis, TN. I go to church with people who love Christ, love the Gospel, love the Word, and just all around love people. I have an amazing legacy of faith in the body. I daily have older women discipling me, pouring into me, teaching me everything from what food babies can eat, to how to love your husband, to how to have time with the Lord even when you have four young kids. They have raised me, taught me how to pray in earnest, in faith, how to trust in the Promises of Christ. They are my mothers, I love them. They have taught me so much. One of these women, Megan Gale (she's amazing, she and her husband and baby girl are moving to Turkey next year as full time missionaries), shared your song "When the Saints" with me. How sweet! I had never before seen the body of Christ, the family of Saints that way before; to think I will meet Paul and Stephen and Timothy, and all the great Saints of the past! It made me think. I love to think. My favorite things about songs are the lyrics. WIthout good lyrics, a song is nothing, it's worthless, an trashy shell. After hearing that song, I bought "Tell Me What You Know." I love it. I love what it says. I especially love "The Long Defeat." Day after day, as I see the world failing around me despite my efforts and prayers, I remember the great Victory. I remember Christ. Anyway, needless to say I love your music. I love your lyrics. I have all your cds and know them all almost by heart. Recently I was offered a missions internship in Nicaragua. I want to do missions. I know that I exist, I breathe and wake up to tell the world about Christ. So, when I got this internship I was so beyond excited. I've been preparing for months. I leave in two days. But, when I think about it, about leaving my mom and my brother and my sisters in Christ and my church, I get really sad. Then I think about college, only a year away. I know I'll go away somewhere and then to the mission field. I won't have my church or my mom or my bed or my room. I won't have any of those things this summer in Nicaragua or later in life. That scares me. I can't live a mediocre life anymore. It's like in "Painting Pictures of Egypt," where it says "the places they used to fit me cannot hold the things I've learned." Or in "The Long Defeat" where it says "it's to heavy to carry and impossible to leave." That's how I feel right now. I can't go back, I can't leave who Christ is, what He's revealed to me, but I can't do it on my own. I am ruined. In a good way. I am ruined so that Christ alone may live in me, that He may be glorified mightily in my life. Praise God that he would do that with someone like me! Anyway, all that to say that your music encourages me so much. One of my closest sisters/mothers in Christ, Monica, and I talk about your lyrics as we do dishes and fold clothes (she's 32 with 2 children and one on the way). Your songs encourage us and call us out and up to who Christ is. In my silly, youthful way, I want to meet your some day, have coffee with you, watch you with your kids, see how you live this life. I hope that's not strange, but Monica and I both agree that you would be way cool to meet. Thank you for your ministry. I heard once that you weren't sure whether or not enter the music industry at first, but I'm so grateful you did! I pray blessing over your home, blessing over your children and your marriage, blessings over your ministry as you seek to help the lost and forgotten in the world through music and direct action (so cool by the way!). Thank you for setting such a godly example of faith for so many! And please have an amazing day! -Clara and if you ever feel like it, come to Memphis ;)

heather carufel May 28, 2009 • 12:20 PM

hey sara! I just watched one of your videos and it brought tears to my eyes. I have been an avid listener for many years now and I feel like your God inspired music continues to amaze and minister to me. Thank you for that! and when are you coming back to the good ol' state of MN?

Callie Wilburn May 28, 2009 • 12:03 PM

Hey Sara- Love, love, love your music! You can always take me back to a place of worship and thankfulness. I live in Colorado Springs and saw that you're going to be in Denver on July 5th. I saw that you're doing special music, but are you not doing a concert in the area? We would love to see you! Thanks! Callie

Lynne May 28, 2009 • 08:06 AM

Dear Sara, Thank you for writing and singing your songs. Listening to you sing has kept me going and given me hope, with just about every song saying something to me to help me be strong. I don't have any heroes here on earth, but if I did, you'd rate #1. Thank you.

Rosita May 27, 2009 • 04:59 PM

Dear Sara, the music in your heart comes directlty from the sky. My future husband (we will get married on the next 7th septmber) loves to pray with your music. So, I would like to make a surprise for him: a collection of music to heard during the wedding party. It is possible for you? If yes, which cd you should suggest to buy? Many thanks, our wonderful God bless all us, rosita

Debbie May 27, 2009 • 07:10 AM

Dear Sara- I have never done this before, but I wanted to tell you how much we appreciate your music. My husband passed away February 4, 2009, suddenly at age 38, leaving me to care for our little girls, ages 3 and 1 (Elyse and Jenna). My sister-in-law, Jeannine and I have been putting together picture slideshows of John, and your music has been a part of that. We commented on how beautiful the lyrics are, and how many of the songs so perfect for us right now. Sincerely, Debbie

a hatcher May 26, 2009 • 10:59 AM

Sara,will I get an answer to my question posted on 25th may or is the guestbook just for comments. Many thanks A.H

Barry Frazier May 25, 2009 • 04:12 PM

Hi, Sara...I've been a big fan, since your Conversations album. My sister-in-law introduced me to you. She stumbled upon your music at a very difficult time in her life. She was living in Stony Brook, Long Island, the wife of wonderful Christian educator at a college prep school. He was recovering from grade 4 glioblastoma brain cancer...he had lived about 3 years past the doctor's prognosis of a few weeks to months. The cancer came back without warning, and he was back fighting for his life. In the midst of chemo and radiation and other experimental drugs (they had never had someone with this form of cancer live more than a few months), they miraculously conceived a baby girl. She arrived just a short time after a subsequent emergency brain surgery. He was able to be there for the delivery, as he was embarking on relearning how to read and write. Ellie provided some much needed joy, as Jeff eventually went home to be with Jesus when she was just 11 months old. Six people gave their lives to Christ at his memorial service in response his remarkable testimony....not to mention all of the roommates, nurses, and doctors he witnessed to while in hospice. One of your songs in particular, "It's Going to be Alright" really ministered to Julie. Ellie became very familiar with that song, and one of her very first words was "alright", which see would say everytime she heard the chorus, almost as if she was reminding her mommy that there was cause for hope. Over the years, Julie has connected with your music in profound ways, as it seems like she was running on the some tracks as some of your life experiences. 3 years ago she moved back to her home state of Kentucky, and Ellie has blossomed into a beautiful and precocious little girl, with several cousins to keep her company. When we saw you on the docket for Ichthus in Wilmore, KY (where Julie attended college at Asbury) we were very excited. Anyway, we would love to meet you, and even take you out for dinner...heck, you could even stay at Julie's house if you didn't want to get a hotel. (She does justice to Southern Hospitality). You've been such an inspiration to her and our whole family. Parenthically, our church will be very involved with the festival, with our pastor getting to do the closing talk. PS - you can see pictures of Julie and her little girl Ellie on her facebook page....Julie Adams (in Lexington, KY) Regardless of whether we get to meet you, thanks for putting words and music to emotions and spiritual stirrings that haven't always been easy to articulate. Your music convicts and inspires so many....thanks for sharing your life of faith (Philemon 6) - I think it's part of the reason you understand and can articulate more than most all of the good things we have in Christ Jesus.

a hatcher May 25, 2009 • 04:40 AM

We downloaded you singing there is a redeemer with a group of people,this was from youtube but it was blocked after we played it a few times we cannot find this song on any of your albums how can we buy this video,we love this song,but only sung by you

S May 25, 2009 • 12:35 AM

Sara, I read your bio and was inspired. I just finished a year of service and my heart aches for girls. For the abused, hurt, lost. I have found that every person has a story to tell. Some just don't know it. Your story about IJM and Elizabeth and your work made me stop and think. I have such a passion for helping out the "least of these". I love your lyrics and the truth they bring and wanted to say thanks for what you have done and how you have brought some of those stories to America. A place in which we have a hard time comprehending what goes outside our little bubble. Is there any way you know of that people can get involved in helping out girls such as Elizabeth whether that be mentoring or just listening to them and their stories?

Ryan Tapia May 24, 2009 • 05:14 PM

Dear Sara and team, Thank you very much for coming to Tampa for the Glory at the Gardens. I know it was very hot out there, but you'll were great and my wife and I really enjoyed the concert. On Christmas Day, I lost my mom Karen, 54, to Pancreatic Cancer. She was a great Christian mom and friend, and this was the first concert I had been to since her passing. The songs were great encouragement. Hope you'll come back year. God bless. Ryan

Cheryl Sprague May 24, 2009 • 10:13 AM

Wonderful to find Sara Groves music. I enjoy the voicing and God's truth being shared. I heard about her at a recent Pierce Pettis concert where he recommended Sara's music, mentioning that she had done a cover of his song "You did that for me" (co-written by Pettis and Jonelle Mosser.) I'm sure it's just an oversight that when one clicks on the song on Sara's site it says "You did that for me" by Sara Groves. Perhaps it can be corrected. Thank you for your beautiful music.

Jeannie Miller May 23, 2009 • 05:56 PM

Sara, Your music is an inspiration to me on so many levels. I love to listen to you always, but especially when I am struggling. You have been given a gift with your abilty to write and sing with transpariency. Could you please tell me if you are planning a concert in the MN or WI area anytime soon? If I knew that you were even singing at church...I would come to worship and lsiten:) I have heard you in concert a couple times and would love to hear you again! Blessings to you.....Jeannie Miller

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Abby Hutson May 21, 2009 • 11:24 PM

Dear soul, I think we are friends... in the Kingdom. (: God has blessed you with inspiring song writing capabilities. Don't stop. Love your family first but I hope you don't stop writing. Maybe someday we can jam together. Abby

Katie Reid May 21, 2009 • 05:18 PM

I have been so encouraged and inspired by your music ever since I first heard you perform at my husband's graduation from Dallas Theological Seminary in 2002. At that point I had heard one or two of your songs on the radio and was intrigued by your unique and powerful gift, but since then, I have become a loyal fan who owns all your albums! Many of your songs have become the themes for different seasons of my life. I think that "You are the Sun" is my life theme. Thank you for sharing your gift and reflecting His glory! My husband and I are now leading a church plant in West Georgia. I continually check your tour schedule, but you never seem to come to this part of the country. Is there any way we could entice you to come down here? The Bible belt loves you!An elder in our church, who manages the Lifeway Christian Bookstore in town, is also a big fan of your music. He keeps me updated on your new projects and even brought me a poster of you that you signed for him. Thanks! If our paths never cross on this side, I can't wait to meet you in heaven and get a few music lesssons! Many blessings to you and your family!

John May 21, 2009 • 09:11 AM

I just heard I can't wait for the first time. I am going to buy the Stationwagon CD. I am a Dad, in life we get off course, or we do not always set out on the right course with what is the real enjoyment of our children or our mission, mostly what a gift God has given us. The words in your song have touched me in a amazing way. Thank You. John

Bill May 21, 2009 • 04:29 AM

Keep building an Army of the faithful. Your words and music are appreciated in so many enumerable ways. Thank you for inspiring us to do His will and to seek the Kingdom here on Earth through action.

Rebecca May 20, 2009 • 07:03 PM

I was feeling overwhelmed. I cried today from the stress, and that doesn't happen often, maybe a couple times a year. My boyfriend is starting a nonprofit called Human Touch Global, and I am part of our small board of directors. With no exaggeration, this is "our day of humble beginnings". Our first event is approaching rapidly and we're still scrambling for vendors, donations, and ticket sales. I know how big God is, and I know He gave us, and especially my boyfriend, a vision for this. I can see the blessings that have occurred so far, but there's so much more to DO. Then I heard your song "When the Saints," and I thought about those amazing warriors for God I was introduced to through the Art*Music*Justice tour. I thought about how I have the amazing opportunity to be on the ground floor of a new move of God, and I had totally lost sight of the amazing work we are hoping to do in God's kingdom through Human Touch Global. In the stress of wondering who on earth would ever donate things to a charity they had never heard of with no track record, I forgot that our cause is born of someone beyond this earth. Thank you for your music. Thank you for working with IJM, they're an amazing group, and I hope we can make a sliver of the impact they are making and that you are making. I met you briefly in Cornelius, NC, and you were gracious and kind. Thank you for the encouragement, wisdom, and faithfulness in your music. It matters.

Barbara McAlister May 20, 2009 • 06:07 PM

Sara, I'm going to Africa this summer! I'll be in Ghana, Burkina Faso, Kenya, Tanzania, and Ethiopia. I'm going on a travel award through my school, but I plan to spend the time studying cultural music and dancing. In Ethiopia I will meet my two newest siblings (a brother and sister). Soon there will be 9 of us. Thank you for your music and your blogging. It's giving me a glimpse into where I'm going.

Kelly May 20, 2009 • 04:30 PM

Hi Sara - or Sara's Dad:) I'd also like to encourage you to "keep going". Your music really inspires me and my walk with Jesus - and for a couple of years now I have referred to you as "my best friend" your cd Pass the Wishing is my favorite - My 24 year old son Sean passed away Aug. 2009 of melanoma and your song "dress down your pretty faith" was a help those first few days. Thank-you. So Sara's Dad - call her up and tell her to keep on keeping on - May God keep blessing you all, and using you - for His glory -amen.

Rob Friske May 20, 2009 • 12:21 PM

I am really trying to find a place to purchase the "Traveling Light" mp 3. I don't want the whole cd, just this one song. If anyone has found a source, please let me know. Rob

Kerry Jespersen May 20, 2009 • 11:55 AM

Sara I just want to say thank you from the deepest part of my heart. I have loved your music for years, but this past year your songs have meant so much to me. I am currently grieving over the end of my marriage of 20 years, and most days feel like i'm lying on the ground and can't get up. I feel like there is a 20 pound weight strapped to my heart. The pain and hurt is intense and paralyzing. Your songs from Add to the Beauty gave me a reminder of hope in the midst of my pain. It really is going to be alright, God will come through and heal my broken heart. Your words came as a timely encouragement to me as I struggle through the most painful feelings I have ever experienced. I found solace. So I wanted to somehow express my thanks to you and encourage you to keep going. Warmest regards, Kerry

Paul Irwin May 19, 2009 • 04:05 PM

Hey, Sara - I really appreciated your musical contributions to the conference in Pleasant Hill last week. I've been a fan of yours for awhile. Our local Christian station plays your songs a lot. I'm the guy that produced one of Jan Krist's CD's. I have a question for your husband. I loved his brushwork and bass drum triggering concept. I was curious what brand of brushes he was using. I couldn't see that well, but they sounded great. For that matter, what particular trigger pad is he using for your bass drum? SARA'S DAD: Could you please forward this request for information for me? Thanks, Paul

Monica May 18, 2009 • 07:20 AM

Dear Troy and Sara - thank you for your latest newsletter. I love to keep in touch with your ministry. And it's good to see that you, Sara, stay consciously selective about the way you use the web and the blogosphere. It's sad that there was no Dove Award - I would give you my highest award! But just look at what you do for God's Kingdom! How you live out the Gospel, how you grow in faith and encourage us with honesty and creativity to search God and ways to express His love in this world. We can witness your journey in your music and your teaching, and this is soooo encouraging. This is why we love you and your music that much, and so I want to encourage your family to always seek God's Kingdom first. His Kingdom definitely is not about glamour and money and show biz, but about loving mercy, seeking justice and walking humbly with our God - and He surely will give you all the blessings you need for a good and godly life. Thank you, Sara, for your beautiful music and your precious heart!

Hannah D May 18, 2009 • 12:44 AM

Firstly, thank you so much Sara! You have spoken to my heart and fed my soul with your music. My Brother works with IJM, and so your last album has been particularly "on time" as they say! A friend of mine as me to sing at her wedding, and I have decided on your piece "Fly". I hope I can do it justice. I was wondering though, is there any way to find a background track to that song? I've been searching but to no avail...Thank you again for how you minister. I pray you continue to bless and inspire others as you have me. Grace and Peace to you...

Larry Stephan May 16, 2009 • 08:55 PM

My daughter sang He's Always Been Faithful at our 30th wedding anniversary party (this was a few years ago) and now she is having it sung by a close friend of the family as she walks down the aisle (with me) on 6/19. Your music has been part of our lives for many years and continues to be. Thank you.

the aces May 16, 2009 • 07:17 PM

I was wondering what you looked like..I heard just showed up on the radio looks like you were the lucky winner...u dont seem like the type..Im suprised you took the song..thats one of my all time favorites..Im guessing you dont know where it came from but that one was wrote in spring 2002 I think makes sense but I surely remember where it was wrote..thats how my life works just a bunch of flash backs..no it wasnt magic one of many songs meant 4 the aces..., an electronic band ..any voice u want ..but that one was for the hearts(which I cant be and vice versa with the diamond) and no I got nothing..the right to still walk freely on the earth..but noone has that right to grant that privelage ..Im quite sad. and it hurts livin my life like this..the song was meant to be sung by someone im in love with and she doesnt exist here but I did used to see here I guess shes an angel here names rachel smith.... I thought you would just like to know someof the origins..and about me Im real..just a secret to some but for the most part maybe just a big lie

Art & Merideth Smith May 16, 2009 • 02:56 PM

Dear Sara, We just came back from seeing you at Busch Gardens, Tampa. It was boiling hot out in the sun, the sound wasn't too great but you were wonderful! We fell in love with you when we first heard "Conversation," and we have been following your poetry put to music every since. Thank you for speaking for all of us when you share the secret places of your heart. If you didn't exist we would have had to just make you up! Thank you so very much for richly blessing us with your gift that honors Jesus and both comforts and encourages us in our journey home. In His Love, Art & Merideth Smith

Lisa Lee May 13, 2009 • 07:51 PM

I am a photographer as a second career. I know how much your music has touched my life and am a huge fan. I would be happy to shoot pictures any time and provide them at no cost to you for use on your albums or Web site or just for your personal enjoyment. Have someone drop me an Email, and I would be happy to provide my Web site address. Please keep doing what you are doing! I am always so excited to hear your new songs to see how God speaks through you.

Steve McCalip May 13, 2009 • 06:23 PM

Sara, can you tell me if you plan on doing concert in the Houston area this year? If so, will it be by yourself or with others?

Mark & Barb Russo May 13, 2009 • 03:14 PM

We would love to attend the Scottdale Concerts,can you tellus how with an e-mail please. Bless you Mark

Kate Boarder May 13, 2009 • 02:30 PM

Hi Sara, My name is Kate Boarder, I'm Zach Miller's cousin, and this past Christmas he gave me O Holy Night. Since he gave it to me I've been wanting to write you, and it only took me 5 months to do it! I guess that is how it goes when you have kids. :) I love this album. I really love all of your music, but this one in particular was so great. I love how the songs flow together, I love the calm vibe in a hectic season, and I love the new flavor of the old favorites. My favorite song is Cradle in Bethlehem. I sang it to my girls at night during the Christmas season, and I still do - it is SUCH a beautiful song. You have such a gift, and I appreciate how much you've done for me through your music, and also for Zach as he has so enjoyed being a part of what you do.

Kara Stanton (Carter) May 11, 2009 • 04:09 PM

Hi Sara! I just wanted to express my love of your music. I have heard quite a bit of your music as I am an Evangel University graduate, and was a member of the Concert Choir with Sharron Wilkins. I had the honor and privilege of singing your choral version of "He's Always Been Faithful" on many occasions and in many places all over the United States, and I can say it was probably my favorite song to perform while in choir. I think I cried nearly every time we sang it. Such beautiful lyrics and a beautiful testimony to the faithfulness of God. My God bless you for giving him your talents and allowing him to use you to bless so many around the world! You truly are anointed! Blessings, Kara

dan grantham May 09, 2009 • 05:45 PM

Sara: I am so proud of you. It has been fun watching your career. Would love to connect sometime. Peace.

Nathan Stecchi May 09, 2009 • 09:03 AM

I remember when I bought "All Right Here" and there was a bonus CD that had an interview with you where you gave lots of insight into your music and writing. It made your music very real to know the 'why' behind it. So each song I hear from you, I am compelled to understand why you wrote it. Other than that CD, somtimes I can find little interviews or stories and reasons to a few, but I thought since you are skilled in writing, you ought to write a book, like a companion guide, to all or many of your songs that would give background information about this music. Your CD "Tell Me What You Know" has such rich text. After finding a 43 second clip online about the story behind that song, the richness gave way to empathy and connection. I'm so thankful that God uses you to communicate messages that not only stimulate our emotions, but our reason as well. I can't tell you how many times I listen to your music, and the style and lyrics propel me into a deeper relationship with the One who chose to save me! Thank you...oh yeah, and I'm totally serious about that book!!! :)

Tammy May 09, 2009 • 04:52 AM

Hey Sara - My husband and I own two ice cream shops in South Carolina - we love the Lord and we love you - we have a nice really really nice patio space - we need you here - you haven't seemed to travel our way much - we'd love to give you a venue - and we'd donate the proceeds to Darfur - or your mission efforts in Rwanda - Let us know if you are interested in visiting our corner of the country - we are near Charlotte NC - 3 miles south of the border - thanks for considering these small potatos - Tammy and Andrew

Tyler McCabe May 08, 2009 • 02:11 PM

Dear Sara, I want to be a writer, even though I'm not entirely sure what God wants to say through me yet. It's extremely rare, but every once in a while there is an album of music that stumbles into my path which, to me, reads like a rich novel. Two years ago you opened for a Jars of Clay concert I went to, I heard your music for the first time. "All Right Here" was one of those novel-albums. Last week, I just purchased "Tell Me What You Know" and discovered to my surprise that it was, in new and different way, another novel-album. I've been "re-reading" it over and over since then. If you get this message, then know that your gifts are inspiring to me. Your journey, through your music, is ineffably connected with mine. I thank God for allowing me to meet you through your art. Hopefully someday God will use me to change the world like you have, and then through my art you can meet me, too. -Tyler

Marca Fleener May 08, 2009 • 01:17 PM

Sara, OH MY GOODNESS!!!!!! I just totally stumbled upon your music!!!! WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN ALL MY LIFE??? I have been searching on the internet for good songs to play at my preschool graduation (i am director/teacher of a small christian preschool in central IL.) Well... I found some alright!!!! But more importantly, I found YOU with songs appropriate for ME (as a mommy, wife, christian woman, etc.) I listen to a variety of music, some christian, some not. I love nichole nordeman and that type. Am not so into the pop stuff. Love the stuff that's from the heart and real. May you be blessed a million times over!!!! I shall share you with the world! (or at least my little corner of it!) Happy Mother's Day! Marca :) p.s.- just found you on facebook! yay!

Becca May 07, 2009 • 07:56 PM

Sara- You're music inspires me to strive to love Jesus more and more. I despreatly want to hear you in concert! You're music is so inspiring and touching I weep every time I listen to Remember Surrender. Why can't we live in surrender? Why can't we live and be perfectly right with God? Why must we do evil deeds? Becasue, God loves enough to love us even if we aren't honest. Thank-you From, Becca

Melinda May 07, 2009 • 04:47 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to let you know that I thank God for the gift he has given you of music - your music is so often an encouragement to me. Melinda : )

Angela May 06, 2009 • 11:59 AM

Dear Sara, I'm listening to your music right now! I love your album, "All Right Here". When I'm not listening to it, I'm singing it! I hope one day I can come to one of your concerts! May God bless you and your ministry abundantly!! Angela D.

tonya May 04, 2009 • 05:05 PM

hi Sara, may i have your permission to add a video i made of our home group, to your song TO THE MOON? i will send you the video.thanks tonya

Amy May 03, 2009 • 01:29 PM

Dear Sara, I just wanted to say thank you for your music. I am a 32 year old single Christian woman living in the Uk, and your first 3 albums have encouraged, inspired and comforted me throughout my walk with God. I have listened to your albums many times over the years and each time a different song speaks to me. God really does use your music to teach and encourage others across the world. We do not hear much of you over here in England but please know that there are people here who love your music. Your music has comforted me after the death of my father, encouraged me when i despaired, reminded me of Gods great love and faithfulness and given me hope for the future. It has been my connection to God when I had very little contact with other Christians. So thank you! If you ever make it over to England - please let me know. May the Lord bless you and your family. Amy

Ken Henry May 03, 2009 • 10:17 AM

Wow.

Linda Miller May 02, 2009 • 12:16 PM

Dear Sara, I just wanted you to know that I sing/pray your song "This Journey Is My Own" every time before I speak. I am a MOPS speaker and I know that, whether or not my message is greeted with cheers or jeers, this journey is my own. It is for me to be faithful to God's calling in my life, and for me to be obedient in God's will... not to be motivated by popularity (or discouraged by a lack of it!). Thank you for this beautiful song and the very meaningful lyrics. In Christ, Linda Miller

amy kern May 01, 2009 • 01:36 AM

I have found your music a great encouragement and challenge to me as I endeavor to serve God here in Australia. I have introduced your music to many Christians here and wanted you to know if you ever decided to do a concert here, I would do my bit to make it a sellout. May God continue to reveal himself to you as you use the gift of music to give praise and glory to him.

Takeshia Stokes April 30, 2009 • 09:14 PM

Sara, You are a gift! Thank you for opening up your heart and allowing your meditations to become lyrics that penetrate the souls of man. I enjoy listening to your music. "I SAW WHAT I SAW" speaks to me and makes me ponder my purpose. My heart beats for justice, orphans, adoption, the least of these and life! Yet sometimes I get distracted and off centered with the purpose. I try to remind myself that my studies (I'm a grad student) are for the Kingdom. Someone is depending upon my completion. But it still remains a struggle to stay within the confinements of seasons when your heart aches to do more! I know it's a journey so I must put less stress on the end and consider the means to it. I appreciate your willingness to write from the heart. Keep up the God work! I'll be praying for your ministry. Please pray for me too. Oh, I'm familiar with the work of IJM. They are a great organization. I hope the birth of your daughter goes well. That's exciting! Take care. God bless you and yours! :)

Pat Comeaux April 30, 2009 • 08:55 AM

Hi Sara, I have been listening to your poetry (music) for several years. Recently, All Right Here has been speaking to my wife and I's situation in our walk with Our Lord. We truly believe that God inspired the penmanship is this recording, and it all speaks to us in ways we would have never dreamed of. I have listened to and enjoyed this recording many times, and until two days ago, was never moved more by The Holy Spirit in such a huge way. Thank you for being obedient to God in writing and producing this. In Christ I remain. Pat Comeaux

Yvonne Armitage April 29, 2009 • 07:00 PM

Hi Sara, Your music penetrates my heart! Thank you so much for being faithful to God and being a good steward of the gifts He has blessed you with!! He is blessing my lfe with your music :) In Christ Forever, Yve :)

Robert Anglin April 29, 2009 • 03:17 PM

Thanks and keep Jesus First! We will never be fully mature here on earth! That is no excuse to stop trying! We must contiue the fight and running our race till that blessed day!

David Houck April 29, 2009 • 01:09 PM

ABSTRACTION*DEFEAT*HOPE: I'm not sure what to write, but after going to Kenya with Food for the Hungry in 2007, I came home feeling all of the things the songs form your album describe. There is a burning to do more, yet a limitation, a confusion, a sense of disorientation when thinking of the disparity between our own difficulties and those in a global context. It was all I could do to go to Kenya, with a wife and daughter nervously waiting for me to come home, praying I wouldn't be hurt, and now I can't go back. I find myself staring out of that "window" into the memory of my mission trip and into the question of what I can still do from where I am now. This creates a heartache that's hard to describe, but listening to Tell Me What You Know reminds me that I'm not alone. Thank you.

Jeannie Patterson April 28, 2009 • 02:33 PM

Sara, I am the administrative assistant for one of the pastors at Warm Beach Free Methodist Church. He has asked me to contact you in the hopes of sending you a book that the Lord has laid on his heart to send, entitled "Playing for an Audience of One." He was introduced to your music through your song "This Journey Is My Own" which, in his words, "captures in song what I was reaching for in prose." I am sure you get a lot of solicitations and "odd" e-mails. Please know that there are no strings attached to this, just a desire to be obedient to the voice of the Lord and bless you in a small measure of how you have blessed others. If you would be willing to send me a mailing address where I could send this book, I would be grateful. Thank you so much for your ministry in song. Jeannie Patterson

D. King April 28, 2009 • 02:02 PM

Thankyou very much Sara helping our ministry In Jersey City, nj. By Performing at our benefit concert Friday April 24. The Children Enjoyed meeting you!!

Anthony Ryan April 28, 2009 • 09:21 AM

Dear Sara and Friends, I am the Marketing & Sales Director for Ignatius Press in San Francisco. IP is a large Catholic publishing house. I enjoy your lovely music very much. And that is why Ignatius Press has just added two of your CDs to our new Music Catalog that we just mailed 200,000 copies of to our IP list. I just wanted you to know that you have a large distributor now in the Catholic market for some of your albums. (We have a direct account with Sony Music). While IP is mainly a book and film co., we do sell music as well. I would like to send you a few copies of our 2009 IP Music catalog for you to see your albums featured in its pages. Please e-mail me an address to mail the catalogs to. If you are ever in the SF Bay Area, we would love to meet you at Ignatius Press. For more info, please visit our website at: www.ignatius.com. Sincerely in Christ, Anthony J. Ryan

Mikaela April 28, 2009 • 07:19 AM

u r a gr8 singer

Taylor April 28, 2009 • 06:29 AM

Sara, I love your song, Every Minute, it just relates so much to me and I love your music. :) Thank you for writing such awesome music! I love it.

carol collier April 27, 2009 • 10:30 AM

Hi Sara, I have heard your song, When the Saints, several times in the last week. My son, daughter in law and 2 year old grandson are in Kazakhstan right now adopting a baby girl. Kazakhstan is a spiritually dark place. My kids have been their for 7 weeks and have 2 more to go. It is so hard. When I hear The Saints I think of them. They are truly being used by God to "place the lonely in families" Psalm 68;6a. My daughter in law was able to download the song ~ it encouraged her so much. Thank you for writing and singing words that come from your heart and speak to our hearts.

Claudette & Collin April 27, 2009 • 08:30 AM

Dearest Sara, Just wanted to thank you again for sharing a couple minutes of your time with my son Collin by signing the CD and chatting with him as you walked down the sidewalk. It is and will remain a highlight in his life. I cherish that he listens to your straight, truthful, biblical verses and recognizes your voice among the others. We are praying for joy and fullness in your family time, may it be precious each day. Yours faithfully, Claudette & Collin

JB April 26, 2009 • 05:01 AM

Sara-- Been a fan ever since ADD TO THE BEAUTY. Great album. I'm going to see you live later today. I am a writer and provide the bulk of the content for an INTERCESSION-based human trafficking initiative. www.exoduscry.com Would love to follow your tweets. jbmavWRITER

Daniel Nunez April 25, 2009 • 07:33 PM

God has blessed you with a talent that I appreciate very much. I am a Navy Corpsman currently deployed with the Marines. I have seen some terrible things and have had friends pass away. I only have two of your albums on my MP3 player (one of which I found at the chapel here), but your lyrics have helped me carry on and continue to move forward. I have to be strong for those around me who may be weak and be able to offer them an encouraging word. And listening to your music, along with prayer and reading my bible, has been an immense help. I listen to your albums in the gym, on my free time and every night before I sleep. Every time God gives me courage and messages through your music. May you continue to inspire and give courage to the lost and weary of this world. God bless you. Daniel Nunez, USN Afghanistan

Jacqui Leonard April 25, 2009 • 12:35 AM

Hi there, Have only recently 'discovered' you after listening to my local Christian radio station and hearing an interview with you. I love the way you speak and write and sing - it engages with my heart and soul. Your honesty is totally engaging. Thank you - any plans to visit Australia?

Yaima Centeno April 24, 2009 • 09:01 PM

Dear Sara, I have felt in love with the lyrics of your songs and the music since I came back from Cuba. I did not have any access to you music in Cuba but when I came here a friend introduced me to it. On April 24th, 2009 my dream came through. I finally got to see Sara Groves and her band. Thanks for coming to New Jersey and thanks for helping me in my spiritual growth with your music. You sounded amazing in Wychoff, NJ. Greetings from NJ!!!

Cindy April 24, 2009 • 02:20 PM

Hi Sara! I was really hoping you were coming to Lifest in Oshkosh, WI this summer (July 8 - 12).. Is there any chance you will be booking with that event? I haven't seen you in a couple years and I miss you!

Daniel Sweetser April 22, 2009 • 09:07 PM

Hello, ma'am! I figure this isn't the best place to put this sort of request, but I wasn't sure how else to send it. Please forgive my odd use of this guestbook. My name is Daniel Sweetser, and I am an employee at a Christian university in Illinois. I work with computers, but I sing and write songs on the side, and I've done this for a few years now. I was introduced to your music by an ex-girlfriend, who was so greatly encouraged by these songs in her walk with God that it caused me to begin to admire the songs as well. You have a great heart for God, and it comes through clearly in your music. I'm sending this message with a single request (I know it's a long shot, but why not try?). The request is this: I was wondering if you, Sara, would be willing to meet with this ex-girlfriend of mine, just to chat with her about her walk with God and how everything is going. Her name is Katie, and she is a woman of God like no other I have ever met. It would mean the world to her to just be able to sit and have coffee with you, to share her own heart and hear yours. I have no idea if this will even get through, but I want to say that I have also been greatly encouraged by your music, and I am grateful to you as a musical influence as well. Thank you, ma'am, for setting a high standard in lyrical depth and honesty. It has been an inspiration for me. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me at the email address I provided. Thank you, and God bless you! Sincerely, Daniel Sweetser

laura f. wise April 22, 2009 • 06:19 PM

Sara, what can I say? Your lyrics and music bring encouragement and inspiration to my life everyday. Today I came across a video on Youtube about the stories behind Add to the Beauty, and some things hit me like ton of bricks. The beautiful playing of John Catchings on "Why it Matters" gave me a whole new connection to the song when I heard the story about the cellist. Also, your story behind "Love is Still a Worthy Cause" was so touching and beautiful. Thank you for not only sharing your rare and lovely talent, but for sharing your beautiful stories behind your music. The Lord has used your gift in my life so many ways. Thank you for what you're sharing. In His grip, Laura

Phil Williams April 22, 2009 • 09:20 AM

I saw your video today about Rwanda (I Saw What I Saw) and was deeply touched. I feel that very few "Christian" artists today get "it". Your music and story ring of an all-too-infrequent reality. I read your story and feel similar, sadly it took trips to Kenya and India to wreck/challenge my world. I am a sports agent in the NFL and have drastically changed how I do "business". Please check out 28sportsgroup.com and then please contact me. My wife and I both felt a sense of urgency to communicate with you and possibly collaborate as we do our small part to change our world for His glory. Please call or write. I look forward to it.

Betsy April 21, 2009 • 07:20 PM

I met you at the private concert at 4 Market Square in Knoxville last night. I am so in awe of your talent, your love for the Lord and the way it seems that God's Word inspires you. Thank you so much for talking to me afterwards and letting my husband meet your husband and check out his percussion set-up! I'm sorry I said out loud that I was having "a moment" when I was talking to you, but it was true and I'm thankful for the chance to meet such a humble and beautiful woman! Thank you for sharing your music with us!

Becky Brooks April 21, 2009 • 02:31 PM

He's always been faithful is a comfort to me after losing my eldest daughter in a tragic car accident, Dec. 24, 2008, divorced, mother of two, one boy Justin, one girl Honor, who I have the privilege of rearing. My heart wants to believe every word of this song and then I can truly feel, as I believe the true joy of knowing -the Lord Jesus is Good in every way. He is faithful when we are faithless.

Steve April 18, 2009 • 07:08 PM

Sara, can you tell me if you plan on coming to the Houston area this year? Please, please do. If you are, do you plan on coming by yourself. I hope so so that I can hear more of your songs instead of just a few if you are with others. Take care.

Richard Carey April 18, 2009 • 07:02 PM

i first heard sara on a michael card dvd and her beautiful voice made me find out who she was which wasn't easy. Please have her release some of her music videos like painting pictures of egypt so i don't have to watch them on youtube thanks

Andreas April 18, 2009 • 02:34 AM

Thank you Sara for the music, the texts and the spirit. You reach further than you know. Keep writing, singing and beeing an encouragement to me and many more. Andreas Sweden

Nicole April 16, 2009 • 03:14 AM

Sara and family I wrote an entry (March 11th) asking if you would mind if I use your song "Beautiful Child" on my special daughters blog page - See www.cdkl5 and look under 'personal stories' or www.alicecdkl5.blogspot.com - I did not hear back from you so have not included it yet but would like to if you agree. Thank you again for your beautiful music. Nicole

Stephen Pruitt April 15, 2009 • 09:09 PM

Sara. . . you are a rare and beautiful talent. . . and truly remarkable blessing for the flock.

Vince Delmonte April 14, 2009 • 06:38 PM

My fellow on Facebook shared this link with me and I'm not dissapointed that I came here.

Julie Martin April 14, 2009 • 10:58 AM

Sara, Your music has been instrumental in helping me mature as a Christian. You write and sing about all situations - and that is great!! Every Easter my husband and I think about the 2 times you were at our church to lead music worship on Easter...Athens, AL...I was telling my daughter that you and I sat together on the back row of the Maundy Thursday service, and I nursed her the whole time because she was so fussy. She said "you nursed me sitting next to Sara Groves...mom, what were you thinking". I also had buttermilk pie for Easter on Sunday....Thanks for all you do...I can't wait to see you in concert again someday... Julie Martin

Allen Mundt April 13, 2009 • 05:35 PM

Dear Sara, I know your biggest fan. I hope to marry her soon. I am a 57 year old widower, who will soon have the privilege of proposing to a 57 year old widow. She has been through so much [death of spouse, parents with Alzheimers] that it is just amazing how she gets through it. Your music has ministered to her in ways unimaginable. I am wondering if you would ever consent to meet with a fan if you are close by. One of the first things this special lady did is to share one of your songs [Great is Thy Faithfulness] when we started becoing interested in one another. I want to propose to her soon. I wonder if you would ever consider coming to share the moment with us and her close family? I know you are busy. Allen

Shannon April 13, 2009 • 05:58 AM

Dear Sara, your lyrics hit me like a truck. I saw you at Cornerstone last year. Since then I've been trying to focus on my pygmy spiritual buffalo. Thank you for blessing me over and over again. How do you sing so many words in one breath, yet so intelligibly?

Melissa Kret April 11, 2009 • 09:50 PM

Your songs have really spoken to me. I just love the message behind your songs. The lyrics are so inspiring and uplifting and deep. Thank you so much for meaningful music in spite of all this pointless, meaningless "music" that there seems to be now. :)

sheila perez April 08, 2009 • 01:32 PM

I have Been so very blessed by your music. Your gift touches the spirit in my heart. what more can I say than It has helped to change my life. God Bless, Sheila

Ahmed Elshinnawi .. Egypt April 06, 2009 • 10:21 AM

I came by chance to listen to your song "painting pictures of Egypt" ... REALLY AWESOME! I'm in tears every time I listen to it .. thank you and good luck for your future work :)

Katie Close April 05, 2009 • 04:55 PM

I saw you in concert at Willow Creek in Chicago at the Children's Ministry Conference. You were awesome. You spoke to my heart and encouraged me to reach out more to others. Thank you! You have a beautiful voice and I enjoy listening to you every chance I get.

Shannon April 05, 2009 • 06:42 AM

Dear Sara, Thank you for sharing your stories, lessons from our dear Father, dreams, experiences, and inspirations with the world. Your music is a gift. I am an American English teacher in China, and I played your song "Add to the Beauty" in class the other day. My students have never heard music like yours, ever. The lyrics, piano and other instruments, and your lovely voice were all fresh and wonderful to them, because you are a willing vessel and the goodness and truth of the Giver of every good gift comes to us and to them through you. So to Him I give thanks, and to you I give encouragement and all blessings in your life and your work. Under the Mercy, Shannon Lucas-Roberts

Kaity W. April 04, 2009 • 10:52 AM

Hey Sara! I just watched your Nomad DVD for like the thousandth time and it gets me every time! You are such an awesome person and role model for me. I really love your music. Every song gives me something to think about. I wish you would come to Burlington!

Tiffany April 03, 2009 • 10:35 PM

Sarah, I just have to say that you really inspire me. As a college student, there are so many forces that can easily draw me in directions that stray from God's path for me. Whenever I find myself looking up to people who are doing wicked things but seem so -interesting, it really helps me to go watch one of your videos or listen to your music. I can look up to you because you are different from some other Christian artists in that I feel that you are 100% real and honest, so I can relate to that. You seem wholesome, but not in a naive way - like wholesome on purpose, you know? And so I just love that and I love you! Thank you so much!

Sharon Maples April 03, 2009 • 03:07 PM

Sarah: Your mom is my daughter's principle at Field Elementary in Springfield. Usually mothers get the great reports on their kids, but this time, you (the kid) get a great report on your mother. Last year, I had a miscarriage, and my daughter, Hannah was very sad and troubled at school. Dr. Colbaugh pulled her privately into her office, and prayed with Hannah. This speaks volumes of your mom. First of all, Field is a public school, however she knew that God is everywhere! What a blessing she has been to all of my children at Field Elementary. P.S. I think you are GREAT too! ;) Many blessings to you. Sharon Maples

Hannah April 03, 2009 • 11:27 AM

Hi Sara, I've listened to your music for the last couple of years. I just wanted to let you know that it has really encouraged me as I am facing major spine surgery on June 2nd. I especially like the song Something Changed. It's given me alot of peace in the past couple of weeks. Keep up the excellent work!

Martijn van Beveren April 03, 2009 • 04:09 AM

Hi Sara, Thank you for you music. Two weeks ago I bought a album of you "add to the beauty". I was moved by the heartfelt and true lyrics. The songs resonate in me and bring me joy and tears. They encourage me to share the kingdom. I like what you said about grooming your faith and I think we should be aware in what position we are and how to be fruitful with the talents God has given us. So again thank you for sharing Christ with me... Grace and peace, Martijn

Brittney April 02, 2009 • 11:06 PM

During a time of doubt and confusion, I found hope in Christ with the messages from your songs. They were messages that I thought I was the only one dealing with...because being in the church most of my life...it was hard for people to understand my identity crisis. It seemed to be as simple as "call on Jesus"...I was calling and hearing, but I was "painting pictures of egypt" not wanting to move on from the oppression I had been in for so long...it did seem like home. Well, I think I listened to many of your songs almost every day during the last fall semester. Hearing the Word in your songs was helping to build my faith. I even wrote about Tell Me What You Know for one of my papers...breaking down each song, the theme of the whole cd, and even searched your website and CD jacket for the background info behind the songs. Just today, I typed in your name on youtube because I wanted to see if there was anything new that had been posted. I came across "Less Like Scars"...omG!! This is exactly where I am. You know how you receive a surprise not necessarily something that you thought you needed, but it was special because you didn't realize you needed it until you received it. That's how this song was...I am no longer at a place of feeling so wounded and messed up over every little thing that happens. I couldn't even get through the song because I was just so grateful to God for being so faithful (I went back to it though! :-). He makes me smile! He knows what we need!! He is so encouraging as we walk every day with Him. Thanks for sharing and being so loving!! God bless you and your family!! Much love, Brittney

Birgit Jauch April 02, 2009 • 05:38 AM

Hello Sara, I'm working in the City Administration of Stuttgart. Today I've spoken in a Café with a Sara from Minneapolis, who's drunk a big Espresso. I meant that this Sara's said that she's a single and my collegue has heard that this Sara's said that she's a singer. Were you in Stuttgart at the second April in 2009? Greetings from Germany, Birgit Jauch

Jodi April 01, 2009 • 10:48 PM

Dear Sara, Thank you for putting to music the words my heart has needed to express. Countless times I've reached for your CDs to help console my aching heart, or to help me phrase a prayer, or to simply feel "understood" by another human being. You are a gifted song writer, Thank you for using your gift to bless my life. Sincerely, Jodi Hamilton, NJ

Chelsy Troyer April 01, 2009 • 06:46 PM

Hello Sara Groves, First off I would like to say that I admire your great ability as a song writer and singer and your great love for God. I never was a great singer. I have a favor to ask of you. God has always put words into my head, but I only ever used them for poems. Just a few months ago, God placed this idea in my mind that I should start writing songs instead. That is what I have been doing the last couple of months. Now, I would love to have you look at them and maybe if you find them any good I was hoping you could sing them. Let me know if you are up for this offer. You can use the email that I have provided to contact me. God Bless, Chelsy Troyer

Heidi Gentry March 31, 2009 • 01:14 PM

Sara, my husband and I came to the CD release of Tell me What you Know in Minn while I was pregnant with our second child. We were so moved by I saw What I saw. Today we are finally able to sponsor a child from Rwanda and are happy to add a 9 year old girl to our family because of what you saw. Thank you.

David Luken March 30, 2009 • 09:14 PM

I know this doesnt sound like a big issue. But When i got to college i had a girlfriend of almost two years and loved her dearly, however she broke up with me for another guy and i was devastated. Not only was it tough going through a break up without my friends and family, it was also tough going through the homesickness of the first months of college. I sank deeper and deeper into sadness and depression. It was not until Thanksgiving break when my Mom gave me some of your songs to listen too. The song "Its going to be Alright" got me thorugh each day (with prayer of course). Now im doing much better and am enjoying college. But i just wanted to thank you for writing such beautiful music and thank you for helping me!

Stephanie Camera March 29, 2009 • 06:15 PM

Today my church family and I said goodbye to Nick, a wonderful 5 yr. old boy who lost his battle with leukemia on Thursday morning. One comfort that the Lord has provided to me is your song "Going Home." I'm listening to it right now and savoring the thought and promise the I will see him again. Thank you, Sara. Words can't express how much this song means to me. God Bless.

Greg March 29, 2009 • 12:57 PM

My wife and I love your music. It has been a staple in our road trip CD collection for years. Thank you for being so open and honest in your music. It is truly an encouragement to know that other Christians can feel not so Christian at times. Keep up the great music! Regards, Greg PS - I saw that you are from the southern burbs of Minneapolis. Did you go to BHS at any time during your high school years?

Stephanie March 27, 2009 • 09:27 PM

Hi Sara, Have you ever considered doing a concert in Central California? I am a pastor there and would love to hear you. How big do your concert spaces need to be? Congratulations on your growing family. I am a pastor of a small church. My husband and I have two little girls: 2 1/2 and 5 months. God's peace.

Gokhan March 27, 2009 • 02:53 AM

Hello Mrs. Sara Grove, Congratulations from Turkey. Me and my wife love so much your songs. Speacially "Hello Lord" song is great.. God bless you...

Bob Brown March 26, 2009 • 10:51 AM

Sara, I have never writen to any one of your caliber so,please bare with me. You have made the Angels sigh. Your gift is far more then this life can understand. Perhaps one day, we can meet and I can thank you and God for your blessed art and Heart. ByeBob

Ray March 24, 2009 • 09:14 PM

Sara, I've got to say the song, "Less like scars" has helped me like you'll never understand. I also cry when I hear "I saw what I saw" - I just couldn't stop playing it until 2 o'clock in the morning one night. I always dreamed of going overseas to help people that don't have any choice. Anyway, I went to the "Love came down" tour that had an appearance south of Boston. I got you to sign a cd for my daugter and I think I told you have a beautiful voice. I was so freaked out that night, a realization kind of hit me. I thought the cops were going to pull me over on my way home (I made sure I did the speed limit!)- that is how afraid I was of things in my life. I think you've got to laugh at that! Well your music has really helped me to start working through some anger issues from the past. Honestly, it's hard to be angry listening to your music. I also wrote my first song - I wanted to share it with you. Here it is: Dandelions I've watched people waste their lives, On something to make them feel better, Anything to stop the pain. I guess I'm like a kid who's fallen from his bike- the scars show for all to see. I'm ready to try again. I don't want to be just another dandelion in a sea of green. It's like walking by a painting without seeing all the depth and color. I can walk by a million people, all waiting to go nowhere. Just trying to pass the time. I don't want to be just another dandelion in a sea of green. In the Louvre, I'd get right up and touch them- Yeah I'd go off in handcuffs, but at least I touched what is real. I've been down the river of disappointment far too many times. I don't want to be just another dandelion in a sea of green. Yeah I know it comes with a price, I'm waiting to pay my dues. I give my kids an extra squeeze, cause you just never know. I don't want to be just another dandelion in a sea of green. I'll see the worst in humanity, I know all my heroes have fallen. I'd have to say I still want to be what Gandi, Nelson Mandella and MLK show me through courage- how to be a man with just one life. I don't want to be just another dandelion in a sea of green. So ever walk by the Seine on a spring day? I've been to different places, seen different faces- just want to make this place a little better, cause the only thing I get to keep are compassion and humility. I don't want to be just another dandelion in a sea of green. [end of song] We'll anyway it's just where I was at a few days ago. Hope to meet you someday. Thanks for the music - I treasure it.

stacy wilson March 24, 2009 • 03:08 PM

Hi Sara you have truely been blessed by God with all your lyrics and songs,, I saw what i saw is a beautiful song.. God Bless sister xoxoxo

William March 24, 2009 • 12:50 PM

How can I adequately express the blessing that your music has been to me? I am a Worship Leader/Songwriter who comes to it late after a lifetime of classical music. In listening to the eloquence of your words I am amazed by what can be accomplished with language coupled with powerful music. I thank God for the gift you give and the hope that comes with that gift. You are a true blessing. May He always grant you grace and mercy throughout this journey we call life. Peace be to you and yours.

Terez March 24, 2009 • 10:06 AM

Hey Sara, Thank you for answering the call and being all that God created you to be. You are a True Worshiper, a Beautiful Spirit and an Inspiration to so many persons in the world today. Continue singing from your heart. Keep pressing on. Love you & your music, Terez

Donielle March 22, 2009 • 03:44 PM

Dear Sara, I wanted to tell you what a wonderfully talented woman you are. I listen to your music while I am in my art studio to keep me focused and in the moment. The melodies are so wonderfully round and moving that I cannot help but be inspired. Please keep creating so I can too. God Bless -Doni

Cindy March 21, 2009 • 01:08 PM

Heard Sara for the first time @ Willow Creek concert was wonderful and touching. Thanks for sharing your self. Could you tell me the name of your lead guitar player he was wonderful too.

John Dotson March 21, 2009 • 09:07 AM

Sara, As a computer geek, I have copied my entire music collection to my computer, approximately 2600 songs. I have enough Christian music that, if I were to listen to it 24 hours a day, I could listen for a full seven days before ever repeating a single song. Not quite two years ago, my wife and I moved from our home in Colorado to be closer to her family in Illinois. You may have even met her when you were once at Cherry Hills in Highlands Ranch! (MOPS, Maybe?) Needless to say, it's been a very rough 18 months for both of us (almost exclusively because of my work) and I realized that I had been receiving comfort in listening to my collection of christian music to remind me of God's faithfulness. During that time, I found that there were certain artists that I gravitated towards, and that within those artists, there were certain songs that I listened to over and over. As of some time in the middle of last month, I think maybe it was a Tuesday perhaps, I was down to one song from one artist. Now, I'm sure that you'd like to hear that I love all your music, and I do enjoy it, but every time I hear "It's been a hard year, but I'm climbing out of the rubble" I cry, and I don't even know the emotion I'm feeling. Can you cry because of hope? It's really embarrassing actually, since I'm normally listening at work when I'm soggy eyed. Less Like Scars reminds me not of the harsh winters in our lives, but of the springtimes that always come, one day at a time. This year, when spring officially arrived at 6:44 AM central time on a Friday morning, the buds weren't on the trees and flowers didn't start blooming, but I did notice a few birds in the distance, and the grass seemed a little greener. Spring, like life, leaves the winter slowly, a day at a time. Why did you ever pick those words? How did you know that a year was about how long troubles last? How did you write music that just boils over with hope? However you did it, I am thankful that you penned the words that give me enough hope to keep going another day. God heals, indeed. From this cracked pot with character-formerly-known-as-scars, thank you. I pray that God richly blesses your work and adds to your blessings.

Richard Snider March 19, 2009 • 06:01 PM

Hi Sara, I enjoy much of your music. Please keep singing about Jesus, especially by name. That tends to be something that falls by the wayside as an artist grows in popularity and tenure. Never let it go that way for you. Carefully avoid the trap of letting social and charitable obligations supplant the place of the pure and simple gospel in your own life; this is known as "forgetting the King in the business of the Kingdom". Our adversary has many devices. Highest Regards, Richard Snider, a Brother

Jose Cuevas March 19, 2009 • 01:01 PM

Hello, I haven't listened to you music yet, but I hear that you are doing some work in Rwanda. I am a friend of a friend of yours. I wanted to find out what type of help you guys need for your mission in Rwanda. Please email me back with what you might need. Thanks Jose

Mike Owocki March 19, 2009 • 12:47 AM

Jesus takes on lyrical form, guiding me through the toughest battles yet seen. Your example of commitment to Christ is cherished.

Cheryl Winters March 18, 2009 • 05:34 PM

Dear Sara, Words could not express the song "Painting Pictures of Egypt" has had on my life. I moved across the country, from Maryland, with my family, hoping to find work, back in September of 2008. We still have not found jobs, and living in the desert in Arizona, makes me completely feel like that song is a part of my soul. I was forced to leave my former job, due to unethical practices of the management, and while we were debating moving here, I know that I have listened to that song at least a hundred times on my small mp3 player. I relate to all of its lyrics, because I feel like I am living in the song. Please don't think that I am psychotic for saying that. It is due to knowing that where I was was a bad place, and where we are now is not a good place, and we will probably move back to the town that I was forced to leave my job, so I am feeling extremely torn, due to not being able to find work here in Arizona, and then moving back to the very place where I felt completely betrayed, and have no future of getting a job there in my career. I am continuing to pray and seek HIS will, and considering other options to head in new career directions. God bless you for giving the world a song to hang onto, when wandering in the desert and searching a purpose in it has been so important to my walk with the GREAT I AM. love, cheryl

Donna Suter March 17, 2009 • 04:59 PM

Hi Sara, I've been a fan of yours forever. I am a seminary student and in my World View for the Local Church class I was asked to make a creative presentation of a ministry. I choose a ministry that I am involved in called Praying Friends of the Bridegroom. This prayer-lead ministry reaches out across the world. A large part of what God is directing involves orphanages and disaster relief in 3rd world countries. I'd like permission to play In The Girl There's A Room and I Saw What I Saw 'under' the Power Point....it and the music challenge the viewer to invest in the lives of children through sponsorships. Naturally, you are credited with the music and there is no money being made. The organization is a registered non-profit and meets all the current standards for Christian Charities. God Bless, Donna Suter

Lyzette Kembababzi March 16, 2009 • 03:24 AM

Hi, my name is Lyzette kembabazi from Uganda and some time about 2 weeks ago i discovered Sara groves. Was watching TV and "painting pictures of Egypt" was playing and I am so blessed!!! I hope i can get ur music when i look around for it. God bless u that was a great song! And, God bless you for the wrk you are doimg in Rwanda. my neighbouring country!! Lyzette

Jennifer McLeod March 15, 2009 • 10:10 AM

My girlfriend introduced me to your music and I love it. It is inspiring, moving, true to the heart, and can bring tears to my eyes and joy to my heart. I want to commend you on your efforts for the children and people of Africa. I would, someday, love to visit and work there and have a positive impact in the lives of the people there. Thank you for all that you do!

Peter Hunt March 14, 2009 • 09:34 AM

I just want to say how much I love your music. There is such a depth to your music and inspiration that could only come from the Holy Spirit. May The Lord Jesus continue to bless and use you. I especially like the fighter song.

Nanette March 13, 2009 • 10:13 AM

Hello Sara, I have to tell you that it was The duet you sang about "laying OUR burdens down by the river side" that MADE me turn to our heavenly father!!! I just want to THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! MAY THE LORD BLESS YOU AND YOUR WONDERFUL FAMILY!

Betsy March 12, 2009 • 09:22 AM

The songs that you have written are so annoited! When I listen to your music, I can feel the holy spirit speaking to me and reminding me of why I am here, to have relationship with him, it's like it cuts straight to my soul and my flesh melts away, my focus becomes clear and I know my life is here to serve God and nothing else matters as long as I am being obedient to him and doing his will things will fall into place. I had to share and encourage, because I am glad you are obedient to God in writting what he puts in your heart to write and sharing it with the rest of us. I know this is a devine gift that comes from him and pours out on the rest of us through the songs you sing! Thank you for listening to Him! -Betsy

Glenn Hilbert March 11, 2009 • 09:55 PM

I have had a wonderful uplifting moment with your music in the recent past and wanted to share. I have worked for my current employer for almost 8 years now. For several years my previous boss had told me that I was doing a wonderful job. I had all of the "High Performing" reviews, the atta boys, certificates of achievement, and the highest annual raises that I could receive. There was a move to create a position just for me to take over our department and for him to go into a different sector of the company. He was a driving force for me. I was very excited! This meant a significant pay raise, a company vehicle, and the recognition I believed I deserved. Then one day I was at a training seminar. The gentlemen that I rode with asked me if I had heard the news. Then I started getting phone call after phone call. The position had been created and they announced the employee to fill it. As you can imagine, it wasn't me. I was heart broken. I felt lost. My mind was in a whirlwind. I went through every emotion possible in about a 10 minute interval. I stayed calm, called and congratulated him, and took a deep breath. I arrived home to tell my wife the news. She was devastated and very angry. Being the most wonderful and supportive wife, she felt that I was not appreciated for my extra efforts. I was in a daze for weeks. This man wasn't even in my field. Everyone at the company was shocked. No one could figure out why it happened. It didn't make sense. I had been successfully acting the job and titled appropriately for a few years now. I asked God, "What are You doing to me?" I was traveling to work one morning a few weeks later listening to one of your cd's. My wife had recently came back from a conference and found a new love for your music. I heard a little of your music when my wife had it playing in the house. It seemed a little slow and not my type of music. Being the supportive husband, I thought I would listen to it and see what the buzz was about. I will never forget the song that came on at just the right moment. My mind began to fade to the work situation. I asked God again, "Why am I staying here, where am I going, what are You doing to me?" This was his answer through her music, "It's going to be all right." Tears fell down my cheeks and I'm getting goosebumps as I'm writing this. This song has inspired me to not worry about what is going on. God had a plan! Through prayer and self-reflection I realized that I was trying to fill a hole in my heart. I thought that I needed to be successful, make more money and climb the ladder to make my wife and family proud of me. I later discovered that God felt that I was placing to much importance on career advancement. I was blinded by a goal that was superficial. I was not focusing on the one thing that would bring me and my family more joy than any amount of money. Through this revelation I have reprioritized my life. I still work for the same company. I spend more energy on helping my current boss and others to succeed. I just recently came back after a few month layoff. God proved again that, "It's going to be alright." I thank God for blessing you with a beautiful voice and your will to allow Him to speak to others through you! Thank you for this time to share! God Bless! Glenn Hilbert (Indiana)

Brent March 11, 2009 • 01:02 PM

I love your music. God has used it to help carry me through a very difficult period of my life. One of my sons and I recently returned from a trip to Brazil, and we set many of our pictures against the backdrop of two of your songs... "Add to the Beauty" and "Just Woke Up..." We want to send the pictures and the video to you as a gift. Many Blessings! Brent

Nicole March 11, 2009 • 02:16 AM

Dear Sarah (and her Dad) I have a seriously ill child - Alice (she's 3 now). A good friend of mine gave my your album 'Station Wagon' one time when Alice was very sick. She said it would get me through. And it did. the song that I loved (and still do) the most is 'Beautiful Child' because I have travelled the world and seen so many inspirational/beautiful places but nothing NOTHING compares with my Alice (Except her big brother Josh). Alice has a rare conditon called CDKL5 there are only 3 girls here in Australia with the condition and only about 60 world wide. These girls can't walk or talk and have such severe seizures that any day could be their last. We have a website www.CDKL5.com and on the website we have 'personal stories' pages. I am making up a page for my Alice and I was wondering if I could play 'Beautiful Child' on the page - it has been an inspiration to me and it is so representative of 'us' that I can't think of another song I want more. I understand if you would prefer me not to - but I would be grateful if you would consider it. Kind Regards ... And thank you for your beautiful music - Nicole, Alice and Josh X

linda March 10, 2009 • 08:40 PM

just looking for new music to sing.listening to your music its so good,do you have accomptment &backgrounds avilable?on either tape or cd?

Heidi March 10, 2009 • 06:26 PM

Dear Sara, Thank you so much for your music. It has ministered to me in so many ways. "Hello Lord" and "Less Like Scars" are my life songs! Thank you! You are a true blessing. I cannot wait to see you at Soulfest09!!!

Laurie Thames March 10, 2009 • 09:58 AM

Dear Sara, You sang for a graduation luncheon at DTS in Dallas several years ago. My husband and I sat with you at the lunch and we so enjoyed getting to know you. Since then I have gone through breast cancer, my closest friend had cancer and passed away along with 5 other friends this past year. I heard your song this morning on the radio going to work - "It might be hope..." and I just had to let you know that that was the first time I felt like maybe there will be hope and better days in the future as the last 3 years have been very difficult. Thank you so much for the "glimmer" of HOPE you gave in your song. We have always loved your music and the words that come with it and the way it touches the heart and soul in many different facets. Thank - keep writing and singing. To God be the glory.

Joel Adamson March 09, 2009 • 10:23 AM

Sara I love your music if you ever get to Atlanta I know a great church for you to sing in, my church Buckhead Church. We wouold love to have you.

Kim March 08, 2009 • 04:43 PM

"It might be hope"...what a moving song. Thank You! I am a 'surviving' widow and seeking hope as much as I can, so I felt this song. QUESTION???--DO YOU HAVE THE SHEET MUSIC TO THIS SONG IN ANY FORM, THAT I CAN PURCHASE? My pastor would like me to sing this song for Easter. Any help is appreciated. If I can get through it, I'd like to sing this song for myself, but also share the message/inspiration with others :-)

Paula March 08, 2009 • 01:22 PM

Hey Sara, I just want to say thank you for your "true to life" lyrics. I could go on and on how each song of every album have ministered to me!!! I have all your music and never tire of listening to it. I was hooked by Add to the Beauty and have been a fan since! The Lord has truly given you an exceptional gift: to minister to broken people, encourage the Pilgrim, and to give hope to the hopeless! Congratulations on your new baby girl Ruby! Blessings to you and your family, Paula

Debbie March 07, 2009 • 11:08 AM

My pastor is a huge Sara fan - he quotes her music in sermons and last fall led our choir in singing "Remember Surrender." I was in a very bad place in my life - and I have hung on to the phrase "It's not up to you, and it never was" - hung on to it hard. It has proven true for me, and also for others with whom I have shared this. Sara's lyrics have reached deep into my hurting heart and God has worked mightily through them.

Karen Wilson March 06, 2009 • 11:11 AM

Dear Sarah, I have never written to a "celebrity" before, but for years now I've been wanting to tell you so much. I can listen to your music forever and never tire of it. It ministers to me more than I can ever say. You are a deep felt sister in Christ to me and I thank you for following God's calling in your life-He has blessed you and through that you bless so many! I took my daughter Moriah (she was about 10) to see you perform in Rutland, VT a couple of years ago and I loved seeing you sing with your dad and your boys introduce you, and the story of your grandfather. Vermont is such a special place-I hope you get to visit here more. A very good friend of ours took his life last week (he was 70) and I have listened over and over to your "Conversations" CD and the song about your 80 year old friend afraid of dying plays in my mind all night. Just a few minutes ago I picked up my flute and played the melody. I haven't played in years, but I guess I still have it in me. The line that says "to be absent from this body is to be present with the Lord" has been a comfort. Thank you for being there for me through your music-I consider you as the closest friend I've ever had that I've never met (now there's a good lyric:) Well, I hope to see you perform again someday and I really look forward to meeting you in our eternal kingdom along with the rest of God's family. God bless you and yours now and always! Your sister in Christ, Karen Wilson

christy beasley March 05, 2009 • 12:56 PM

I love your music! And I can tell it is straight from the heart :) I was wondering something about part of the song "When the Saints"...the part that says "I see the young missionary and the angry spear, I see his family returning with no trace of fear..." Were you referring to the movie "The End of the Spear"? I just showed a clip from that movie to our youth group last night to accompany my sermon...and it just so happens that we are doing a drama to your song for our youth Sunday that is coming up!

Katie Miller March 04, 2009 • 04:14 PM

Hello Sara, I wanted to thank you for your all that you are doing as a musician, social change agent, and woman. In many ways i feel I can connect with you. I am a graduate student at the University of Pennsylvania wanting to participate in the conversations and actions towards social justice. I also am part of a Christian rock band called Drive Thru Parking. I understand that as a musician and mother your are very busy and that you may never read this. But that is where my question arises. As a Christian, female artist, I struggle with how it is possibel to be a full time musician and a wife and mother. I am unmarried, but am struggling with whether or not I can be an artist and have a family. An insight from your experiences would be welcome. Thanks again, and God Bless all you efforts. --Katie Miller

Cindy March 03, 2009 • 09:36 AM

Sarah, Just when I thought there was no more hope, after I'd done all the bible studies, and done all the right things...I was still living in the same story. My faith felt futile, I had no more hope. I had only learned to have good christian "behavior," through my walk. Not really feeling much, hoping that this chrisitan life would soon "spark." It did not and I pulled away from the church and the hope on which I was building my life and raising our 3 sons. I got into counseling and some how came across your songs through my desperate search to find hope, a LIVING hope. Just managing my sins, wasn't working. Just showing up to the bible study wasn't working. All my self efforts were exhausted. Your songs have given me a new hope as I am "rewriting" this tragedy. Me and my counselor. One line at a time....I am feeling my emotions for the first time. I can no longer go back to Egypt with what I've learned, but it's scarey to move forward. I have hope though, as the words in your songs have brought me understanding and hope. I literally did not care if I lived or died, until I found the hope in the words of your songs. God is speaking volumes to me through your songs. Thank you., Thank you. I will tell a better story! The old director has been fired. Thank you, Sara. I will attend Ichthus this year as I live in KY. I look forward to hearing you live! Keep writing those life changing songs that speak to the heart! And, by the way...have you gone to a "Captivating." Stacey Eldridge retreat? Your songs fit with that theme of: "The Glory of God is Man Fully ALIVE." It is worth fighting for, thanks for giving me hope and courage! Blessings, Cindy from Kentucky

Kaitlin March 02, 2009 • 02:32 PM

Hey, Sara and band! I am coming to the International Justice Mission Prayer Conference here in a few weeks; my husband and I have been blessed by God and He is allowing us to go! I just wanted you to know how much I'm looking forward to worshipping with you. I'm anticipating a sweet release of the Spirit, and I can't wait. :)Thanks for letting Him move through you.

Naomi March 02, 2009 • 10:18 AM

Saw the video for Painting Pictures of Egypt a while back whilst I was on holiday at a place that had satellite TV (we don't have it at home!) and I was instantly hooked, but didn't follow it up for a while. I was recently prompted and able to get quite a few of your CD's (only a couple more to go!) and I have been listening to them (particularly Conversations) constantly. I've come to it a little late but, praise God, your music has been a real blessing and inspiration to me over these last few weeks in one of life's little downs. I am hoping to share you as much as possible! I guess it would be more difficult for you now that you have a family but do you have any plans to visit the UK to perform? We would so love to see you. God bless you and your family.

sue nelson March 01, 2009 • 04:25 PM

Sara, A singer back when I was much younger once said,"I hope people will remember me in that I lived what I believed". I don't know spiritually where John Denver is,but one thing I appreciated about his music was that he wrote about people and things that impacted his life,from the heart...maybe that's why, when I gave Christ first place in my life, and I became aquanted with your music, God could go deeper within with what I heard,truth. thank you.bless you,sbn

Crystal Umberger February 28, 2009 • 05:46 PM

What can I even say? Sara, you have been my number one for about 4 years now. My mom had a copy of your "conversations" album, and when I first listened to it, I liked the songs, but didn't really take time to hear the words. Two years had passed, and when I went to college, I began drawing closer to the Lord, and it was then that I took notice of the beautiful lyrics attached to the beautiful songs. They truely have inspired me beyond belief. I used to say that when I grow up I want to be a singer. Now I say that when I grow up, I want to be like Sara Groves. Thank you so much for insipiring me and for adding beauty to my life. God Bless you and all that you live for, Crystal U.

TERRI CANTALUPO February 28, 2009 • 08:12 AM

Sara, Thank you for allowing God to use you and your 'gift' of music to touch others. I must say that when I first heard the words in your song about the End of the Spear, and realized that not only do you want to be one of His Saints, but have a passion for missions. Please consider my request... EAA 2009 has a need especially this year to reach many for missions...pray about coming to share what God has gifted you with....my husband Gary and I have been a part of MASA for many years, we feed, house and transport the mission aviation pilots while they are here in Oshkosh, WI. JAARS, MAF, QUEST, New Tribes to name a few come every year..Steve Saint, Michael Dawnon, Gracie Burnam and others will be there. Search your heart and ask God if this is something He wants you to do. Prays and Blessings to you and your family. Terri Cantalupo

Kristy February 27, 2009 • 01:55 PM

Sara, Did you see into the future and write "Add to the Beauty" after seeing what my husband and I have been going through this week? Listening to the album in the midst of this "hurricane" reiterated some of the things the Holy Spirit had been telling me ("I believe you'll outlive this pain in you heart And you'll gain such a strength from what is tearing you apart When some time has past us, and the story if retold It will mirror the strength and the courage in your soul") And the strength I received from being able to hear someone say "It's going to be alright." "When It Was Over" and "Loving a Person" could have been written word for word by us today in the aftermath and as we try to move forward. The lyrics are still bringing tears to my eyes. "You are the Sun" has always caused my spirit to go into deep worship instantly. Thank you for ministering to me so personally this week.

Jim February 23, 2009 • 11:31 PM

I have been attending services with my girlfriend recently. This is at one of those churches with the band at the start that plays a few songs before the Pastor comes on (much different from church when I was a kid). I told my girlfriend, tongue in cheek, that I didn't think I would ever measure up as a Christian because I can't stand the songs. She was surprised and wanted to know what I didn't like. I told her that I just didn't feel they had much meaning .. "oh You are great and You are mighty" etc. etc. etc. And then Sara played at our church service recently and I was absolutely was blown away. I bought Add To The Beauty that same day and have listened through it many times. These songs meaningful, inspirational, and touching. And, Sara's artistry is wonderful - a beautiful voice and well produced. Thank you for this.

Lori February 23, 2009 • 04:21 PM

Sara - My sister-in law and I had a nice time chatting with you today, after your beautiful performance at Timberline here in Fort Collins. Congratulations on your success and I especially wanted to thank you for the song "To Be With You" from your Christmas album. I just lost my beautiful Mom in late 2007, and this song makes me think of my coming home for Christmas each year, and how she always made it such a special time for all of us. She's no longer with us here, but we will always have her love and memory, and thankfully we will always have music. Hope to see you back here again in Fort Collins very soon!

Francine Myers February 23, 2009 • 11:21 AM

We are a retirement & assisted living community called "SARATOGA GROVE" in Downers Grove, Ill - yes, that's really our name - we're celebrating our 20th anniversary of excellence service to area seniors. I am the marketing director and am calling upon you to see if we can tempt you to work with us on any event to celebrate our anniversary. We would like to do something every month for the entire year. Call me at 630-971-1995 and let's see what we can think up. I know our residents would just LOVE to hear you. We are a faith-based community that is part of the Providence Life Services umbrella. Thanks Sara, Francine Myers, fmyers@provlife.com

Roxanne Norris February 22, 2009 • 07:58 PM

Your music is a true blessin to me today. I purchased two CD'd to listen to work and to help pull my husband out of his current episode of depression. I know your words will be medicine to his soul. Thank you and god bless you and your family and the families that work supporting your ministery in music. Best regards, Roxanne

Lacey February 22, 2009 • 10:18 AM

Sara, Your song "When It Was Over" has been such an encouragement to me during the most discouraging time of of my life. My heart has been broken by an unfaithful husband whose heart is elsewhere. I am crying out to God to bring him back and restore him to Himself, to me, and to our four beautiful young daughters- So many of your songs have helped me make it through each day. Thank you and God bless.

Pastor Bill Teele February 21, 2009 • 05:56 PM

Dear Sara, Blessings to you as you minister in Christ's name. I am to do one of your songs in church with a young lady. I was wondering if you or some one could email me ASAP with the chords to the song TESTIMONY ????? I would be so grateful if you could.. She wants to do the song Next week! THankyou in advance. Pastor Bill Teele

Rev. Harold Russell February 21, 2009 • 12:55 PM

Sara, Just wanted to say hi and say keep up the good work. I love your music especially the song When the Saints. God has given you a wanderful gift and talent and you are using it to share the gospal and bring a little love into this world. Tack care and again keep up the good work. Rev. Harold Russell

Amy Carril February 20, 2009 • 01:58 PM

Sara, Thank you for sharing your life with us, your audience. I have been able to tell from the first song I heard you perform that you felt your music very strongly, and I so appreciate that. Although I have not heard your new CD, I appreciate your thoughts in putting it together. Chris Rice has a song that talks about our (Christians) love of good worship and learning God's word, but not taking it the step further and sharing and caring for those who are suffering in some way and those who don't even know that there is a God who cares. I strongly believe God only begins His real work in us when we reach out to others and share their suffering. So thanks and God Bless you and your family!

Clare Boyce Hagen February 20, 2009 • 12:26 PM

Sara -- I taught with you at RHS back in the mid-90s. I have been a fan of yours since your "Past the Wishing" CD was first introduced to us at Rosemount High upon release. I've purchased all of your CDs since and have recommended them to friends. I saw you in concert at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Eagan back around 2002 or 2003. This year I have had the pleasure of being the prayer leader for my Parents of Preschoolers group at church and I have used two of your songs as part of our opening prayer. One was "Stir My Heart" as we talked about spiritual direction and constantly returning our hearts/souls to the Lord. The other was "Add To The Beauty" on the day that we read the gospel reading from Mark about the beginning of the Lord's ministry/the kingdom of God. One of my friends has been going through a difficult time and has said that your entire "Add To The Beauty" CD has been instrumental in calming her and inspiring her. RHS was sad to lose you, but you have touched so many more lives in your new vocation... Clare Boyce Hagen

Jon Raines February 19, 2009 • 05:05 PM

Hi Sara (and "Dad" :-) Wow.. I was just blown away by "Jeremiah" -- ROFL with the "this little light of mine" lyric!! Great song! And just ask my wife, that's a complement from me - a seriously finicky musician!! Thanks for your music. Keep the good stuff coming! BTW, I'm sure you don't remember us but my wife and I were at EC with you. Your dad will remember us for sure -- Pastor Colbaugh, MANY MANY thanks and big hugs!! Blessings on you and your family!! Jon & Kim Raines -- '92 & '94 EU (aka EC!)

Ken Thurman February 19, 2009 • 02:10 PM

Thank you for the music you write about real people with real problems. I love "Maybe There's A Loving God". I have struggled with a major depression my whole life and your music comforts me. Maybe God made me this way, I don't know. Have a great life and enjoy your , husband, and children while you can. And don't take yourself too serious. :)

Kelly McDonald February 19, 2009 • 01:31 PM

Keep up the music. I just became a fan maybe about a month ago. Was introduced by my friend, Sara Mowris. Hope to see your concert in the Shawnee Mission Theatre in the Park 4/26/09. Even though I live in Springfield, Missouri now, I left a part of me in Kansas City. That place, your music, my family and friends, and Jesus are near and dear to my heart. Have a joyful day!

H.D. Overby February 18, 2009 • 11:13 AM

Sara, My wife is coordinator of disabilities at TCU University. Last March she was diagnosed with MS. She has had a lifetime of medical problems and had two girls (my step-daughters) who also have lots of problems. Last year was major difficult for us - we had to file bankruptcy due to all the medical bills. My wife's boss commissioned her to give a presentation to many of the lead Professors at TCU in order to aquaint them with what people go thru with disabilities. I always help my wife with presentations (I have a tech mind). She suggested I purchase your song "It Might be Hope" to use in the presentation. I did so and when I finished the presentation I cried. The pictures I used along the way in the presentation just magicly fit so perfect. I even started it with a picture I found of a woman in an office looking happy -- I pasted it into the PowerPoint frame not realizing until my wife pointed it out to me....that the woman was sitting at her desk....in a wheelchair. I would be glad to send you the presentation if you like. God bless you for a marvelous song that touched many lives for the better!

Stacy Bell February 18, 2009 • 08:36 AM

Sara - A few years ago my cousin gave me a CD with some of your songs. I had been a Christian for years, but had never been able to really enjoy Christian music, but as I listened to your songs, "something changed inside me." I was touched by your authenticity - there was no sense of the candy coating that had turned me off for so long. Thank you for sharing your soul in such a real, honest way. Last Fall I had the pleasure to attend your Art-Music-Justice Tour and while I went in with high expectations, I want you know that I was Totally blown away. My heart was touched in ways that I can't put into words. Each year I get together with 5 girls that I have been friends with since Elementary and we each share our Favorite Thing from the previous year. I am planning to share about your concert this year. I was wondering if there is any talk about releasing a DVD of the concert. My girlfriends live all over the country, and none of them were in locations near the concert. I would LOVE for them to be able to see what you were about. In fact, I can think of a list of MANY people I would want to share that DVD with. Please consider this request - God spoke so powerfully through your message. It is something the Christian community, and in fact the world, needs to see. Many Blessings to you as you continue on your journey.

Brenda February 18, 2009 • 07:57 AM

Sara Love your music and Praise God for the great talent he has given you to bless us with such "joyful noise". I really am moved by your "latest" "I Saw what I Saw" I think this is the title, I was so moved that it took me awhile to remember the title of song. May God's Blessings continue through you and your musical group and family! In Peace, Brenda M Manhattan KS 66503

Lynnette Ings February 17, 2009 • 10:51 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to say thank-you for posting your "I Saw what I saw" video on God tube. Three years ago I had an opportunity to go to the Dominican Republic on a humanitarian trip. As you know with a trip like that your eyes are opened and God really began to clean out my life. I've been fumbling through as God continues to work in me and my family. You see I have three little boys and when I was over there I saw them, me, my husband, in the eyes of others...Your video, summed up what I haven't been able to put into words myself. Thank you and stay strong because even when we are weak He is strong. Prayers for you and your family, Lynnette

the Downses February 17, 2009 • 08:54 PM

I believe "Loving a Person" may be the best song ever written.

Lee Kennedy February 17, 2009 • 10:44 AM

Sara, I want to thank you for your music. You share the love of Jesus in what you do through song and with your life. My daughter, Kirsten, has been singing your songs, especially "Less Like Scars," since she was two years old. "Jeremiah" is another favorite and she screams it so loud! It is adorable. We listen to one of your albums during our drives most days of the week. She has even given you a middle name, Melissa. So to her, you are Sara Melissa Groves. Thank you for sharing your faith, and for writing intelligent lyrics that deal with the world we as Christians, and everyone else, live in every day. I can't wait to take Kirsten to see you in person. She is not quite 4 yet, but she really wants to see you. Come back to NC sometime! God bless. Lee Cary, NC

Melissa February 17, 2009 • 08:55 AM

Dear Sara, Thank you so much!!!!! I am a musician and mom of three kids and I need to tell you what an encouragement you are to me! Every song you write seems like it is written to me or about me...God speaks to me every day as I listen to your songs (mostly I listen in the car as I drive my little monkeys all over town). I am not eloquent, so what I have written does not convey the half...but I am so grateful for your talent and yor willingness to use it for our Lord!!!! Melissa

lynn February 16, 2009 • 06:29 AM

Your song, What Do I Know, was sung at church a few weeks ago by a guest pianist. It was the most beautiful song I ever heard. Thank you for the wonderful words that will comfort so many at times of death of believers in Christ.

Lane M. February 15, 2009 • 08:40 PM

Sara, love your music so much. I would just like to tell you that your interest in Social Justice has gotten me into the subject and I'm doing a report on this subject...Rwanda Genocide...for my english project. I read the book "We Wish to Inform You That Tomorrow We Will Be Killed With Our Families"...I think that's the title...I got seven pages into the book and i was crying my heart out. I could not stand to read it anymore..but I'm going to have to read it anyways for the report. "When the Saints" and "I Saw What I Saw" I cry and think about those people in Rwanda. Thank you for getting me interested in Rwanda and I can't wait to hear from you when you get back from your Rwanda Trip. God Bless and keep up the good work!!

Linda Deeren February 14, 2009 • 07:41 PM

I forgot something. I have a very special friend singing "It Might Be Hope" at our Grand Traverse Relay for Life event on May 30 and 31 of this year. It fits so well. I cry everytime I think about this event and how many people are involved with it and how it will touch them and give them hope. Hopefully bring some or all to know Christ as we do. I pray for this above all else. I also like the saints go marching in, cause I'm one of them and so are you.

Linda Deeren February 14, 2009 • 07:34 PM

I first heard you on WLJN out of Traverse City,MI the song was It Might Be Hope. You don't know how many lives you have and are touching with that song that God has given you. It still helps me today as we always have some darkness in our lives it's how we react to it that helps or hurts. You are a helper. I needed it today and it came on the radio again. Thank you.

Kari February 13, 2009 • 05:54 PM

Hey Sara, I just had to stop and say something, I work at the pediatric clinic and see you from time to time with the kids, and i actually said something last time (took all the guts I had) I am a huge fan and LOVE your music, it is so calming and relaxing to hear from someone so down to earth. you arean inspiring person and I really enjoy listening to your music, in good times, down times, rough days and anytime! I love it!! Keep going!

Jorden Collins February 13, 2009 • 01:56 PM

Everytime I pass on a Sara Groves song to a troubled friend I always get a reaction later like "Wow, I loved it!". I personally love Song for my Sons (but I alter it, when I'm belting it out in the car, to "kids" instead of "sons")And When the Saints (love IJM!!!). But the song I find can brighten up a down friend most when they are going thru trials is "I just woke up, for my own life..." Thanks you Sara for sharing your gifts with us. You have no idea of how many people you spiritually feed. Come back to Saddleback soon! -Jorden P.S. I think Gisenyi is misspelled on your online concert schedule

Johanna February 12, 2009 • 03:01 PM

Sara, Just a quick note to say hello and "thank you" for your beautiful music. Your love of our Lord permeates through every note. Larry and I see you when you are in town, in the many churches your visit. We have all your CD's accept "Station Wagon". I listen to your music while I'm busy about the Lord's work and when I'm just busy, at home (which I guess is His work too). I just, however, listened to the interview CD in "The Other Side Of Something". What a blessing to learn a little more about what motivates you to sing for the Lord. The last song on there, with your son is priceless. Thank you, again, for such wonderful music and for the life you have decided to live for our Lord. We'll see you soon...Blessings to you and your family.

Pamela McFadden February 12, 2009 • 12:53 PM

Hello Sara - I have been a fan since 2002 when your music brought me to christ. A dear friend invited me to your concert, and I heard you sing "What I thought I wanted" and finally I was able to see through the grief of the previous year, and I was ashamed that I doubted Jesus's love for me. I have since become a christian and am currently on my churchs Womens Ministry team. I am writing to ask if you would consider donating some CD's for our womens retreat, I will be giving my testimony on the retreat and will be playing "What I thought I wanted" for the ladies. If it is something you are interested in, contact me and I will give you more info. Thanks for your time, Blessings to you and your family - Pam McFadden

Kristine Palosaari February 12, 2009 • 10:09 AM

Dear Sarah, I was hoping you would consider performing at a fund raising event for The Salvation Army in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on November 11 or 18. Your faith in the Lord and your life principles are a wonderful match with the mission of The Salvation Army. Please call or e-mail me, it would be an honor! In Christ, Kristine Palosaari Development Director 616.459.3433 x1181

Millie February 11, 2009 • 08:50 AM

You have been used by God to touch my life in so many ways that I can not describe. Your music...your lyrics...hit home. THANK YOU! for serving Him in such an amazing way....for glorifying Him in such an amazing way and for your honest, heartfelt lyrics!!!!! May he bless you in a mighty way because of your faithfulness!

Allyn Eaves February 09, 2009 • 03:25 PM

Sara, I heard about you in 2001 when I moved to a new department at what was then Norwest Bank (now Wells Fargo). The department was called "Equipment Finance", and there were several of my neighbors who listened to KTIS during the day. The young lady in the cubicle next to mine mentioned that she was going to go to a concert of yours at your "host church" in Bloomington, and she wondered if I would be interested since it was close to where I lived (Apple Valley). My wife, Dee, and I went to that concert, sitting in about the third row, and we were completely blown away by your faith and wonderful voice. We have continued to go to your concerts whenever we could over the years. I bought your first cd and shared it with my two children (I hate to admit it, but they are now ages 41 and 39! Yikes!), and you are now their favorite female vocalist too! Our son, Mark, is the band director for Hinckley-Finlayson High School (also Junior High and Elementary), so he is very big into music, especially Christian music. He and his wife Jennifer have two girls, Anika age 8 and Elsa age 5. As I write Jen is in the Moose Lake Hospital, she has been in and out of labor for the past three days trying to give birth to their third child, which we have been told will be a boy:) Yeah! Mark and Jen home school their children. Our daughter, Paula, lives in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Yes, I know Iowa is a four letter word. Paula's husband Ian is a lawyer who works in the U. S. Attorney's office there, putting bad people into jail. They have three boys. My daughter is very much into the peace and justice movement in their church, Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Paula is also on the church council. We were able to take Mark and Jen to your concert in Duluth with Michael Card, who is their absolute favorite Christian male singer. From that concert on they have enjoyed your music and your faithfulness. As a funny coincidence at a gathering at the Arch Mrkvicka's house a couple of years ago I asked Arch and Suzie if they had heard of you, and their daughter said that you had been her teacher at Rosemount High School!! I think I need to tell you how much I liked the concert when your father sang. Wow, that was very touching!! What a great voice:) I especially liked your telling about your annual family vacations, in your Ford Fairmont. We bought our son, Mark, a Ford Fairmont for his first car. We bought it from a teacher friend. (Unfortunately many of Mark's friends had "cooler cars") Mark learned alot about cars from that Fairmont. It had a six cylinder engine with a stick transmission, so it was an easy one for him to use to learn about mechanics. My wife, Dee, just retired from teaching two years ago. She taught first grade at Greenleaf Elementary in Apple Valley (district 196) from 1973 until 2006. She also taught two years in Cozad, Nebraska, and she taught in Pace, Florida and Corpus Christi, Texas and New Jersey when I was in the Navy. I was a pilot in the Navy, and ended up working at Norwest(Wells Fargo) Bank for nearly 29 years. I also retired in 2006. We are very active in our church, All Saints Catholic Church in Lakeville, MN. We just returned from a two week mission trip to the island of Dominica in the West Indies (close to St. Lucia, Guadalupe, St. Vincent) where we built three houses. What a great and wonderful experience! Dee and I have been going to daily mass since we retired in June 2006. (I was lucky to be able to attend daily mass from 1989, since St. Olaf Catholic Church was only a block from work. Enough now. I am not that good with words, but I want you to know how much you and your music means to me and to my family. I think my favorite song of yours is Generations. It has a hard hitting message. I thank God for you and your ministry.

Maggie February 09, 2009 • 11:37 AM

Sara, Your music has inspired me, humbleded me, and lifted me over the years. I've been listening to you since 2000. I was married in 2000, had babies in 2005 and 2008 and here I am still learning about the gifts that God has in store for me. I find perspective in your music that is so different and eye-opening, yet I also find peace that I am not alone in my questions and my search. Thank you for sharing your gift with me. God bless you and your family!

Altomare Alford February 08, 2009 • 10:40 AM

Thank you Sara. 'Love is not in your heart to saty but to be shared. In life the only real love we keep is the love we give away.' Thank you for doing just tha. Sincerely, Altomare Huntsville, AL

Katarina Russell February 07, 2009 • 09:03 AM

Hi, I am not really sure how to go about this, but I am hoping that whoever reads this can advise me. First of all I would like to say that Sara's song, 'You Are the Sun', absolutely changed my life. He has become a beautiful loving God to me now, where He had been a frightening awe inspiring being before. I had been lost and looking for a long time and didn't know where I belonged. Because of the song I returned to the church. It helped me see that the real beauty in anything, comes only from Him. I came to realize that I should not underestimate the talents that he has given me and that I have to use them in his service. I had been focusing on only how humans mess up,on fear, none of that matters anymore. It only matters what He wants. I am a visual artist and I now know that every single piece of inspiration and talent come from Him. I could do nothing without Him. There are two reasons for me writing this. One is to say thank you. The second reason has to do with the lyrics. I am doing a series of paintings in the shape of the crucifix. The shape changes what we think about, when we look at what is painted upon it. It frames our lives, no matter what we do, it is always within the context of the crucifixion. I woke up this morning with the idea to use the words from Sara's song on one of my crucifixes and I am asking for permission to do so. If permission is granted, I would of course give credit to her for the words. I did not know where I should go to ask for permission, so hopefully if this is not the right place, the person who reads this will know. If she needs to know the type of art that I do before she makes up her mind, I can certainly e-mail some images to her or whomever deals with this kind of thing. My e-mail address is katarina.russell@hotmail.com Thanks Kat.

Michelle February 06, 2009 • 10:40 PM

I am just praying that Sara's music will come to the Baltimore/DC area again sometime. Any thoughts of a concert?

Keith February 03, 2009 • 03:43 PM

Jami ... I just sent you an email response about helping with the songbook order. Thanks ... Keith / Northern Heart Media for saragroves.com

Jami February 03, 2009 • 02:28 PM

I don't know if anyone will read this in time, or anything will come of it, but it is worth a try. My Grandfather just passed away, and it was in his will that I would sing at his memorial service on Friday Feb. 13. I would love to sing "He's Always Been Faithful." My local stores cannot order your piano/guitar book in the time I need it in. Can I order it for 1 day shipping from your website? There are no shipping options. Thanks for any help.

kathy cubine February 03, 2009 • 10:00 AM

Do you ever do concerts in Washington State? My friend said you come to her church in Kirkland, Wa. The Foursquare church. I was just wondering when you will be coming again to this area. I listen to your music mostly on the Pandora.com. It is a place where you can create your own radio station, kind of. I listen to my Sara Groves radio station all of the time. It has other artists with the same kind of music. I really like Sara's music. Thanks for letting me share.

Brittany February 02, 2009 • 12:49 PM

Sara! I am in love and have been touched by ALL of your songs but I wanted to let you know that the song "conversations" is such good God feeling music, and the words relate so well to my life. I am surrounded by a bunch of amazing believers and thats what we do all the time is have deep conversations about God and life and all that :-D It's so cool to be living life and then hear a song that just fits perfect! Also the song "just showed up" is so wonderful and awesome ugh love it! Gosh how true that its like that!!! You have inspired me and brought me to tears more than I can count. Thank you for your love, and your humility. <3 Brittany

john bardsley February 02, 2009 • 10:35 AM

I SAW WHAT SAW... MUSIC IS SUPPOSED TO BE ENTERTAINING AND IF IT TOUCHES YOU EMOTIONLLY SO MUCH THE BETTER..I HEARD WHAT I HEARD ..KEEP ON THE RIGHT ROAD

Tracy Wood January 31, 2009 • 04:03 PM

I have enjoyed your music for years & I have been trying to find more of the Master Tracks so that I can sing your music at church. Please let me know where I can purchase them. Thanks & God Bless, Tracy

Michael your prince. January 31, 2009 • 03:58 AM

Hi Sara, I really would like to say that I enjoy hearing you sing, your voice is truly good. I am looking for a great vocalist to write with in spirit and truth. I would like to know if you are interested. I have incredible goals that can only be obtained with another great person of faith. May blessings and truly beautiful performances be with you on the road. Michael JC

Mark Gardner January 30, 2009 • 11:02 PM

Love your music, keep it coming, it's very inspirational.

kim mowery January 29, 2009 • 12:12 PM

sara, my husband and i have been asked to sing traveling light and i have not been able to find the accompaniment track anywhere, do you have any available?the song is amazing..

Tara Root January 29, 2009 • 08:54 AM

Hi Sara, Just letting you know that there is a group of women in the NY/CT area who are thrilled that you are coming to NJ in April to do a benefit concert. We were just saying last week that we would all love to see you in concert and when I went to your website this morning the concert date was there!! Can't wait! Tara

Alyse January 29, 2009 • 08:44 AM

Hi Sara, You are a blessing and I love your music! I was wondering how I can get legal permission to use one of your songs in a Christian film my husband and I are making? Please let me know because we would like to complete this film soon and it wouldn't be great without your song, "The First Song That I Sing" Thanks and God Bless! Alyse

Anna January 28, 2009 • 08:44 PM

Hi Sara, Your music has been an encouragement to me - God has given you such a gift for vulnerably and honestly expressing your journey with Him through music and words. Thank you! I love music. And journalling has always been a profound source of peace by conversing with my Heavenly Abba. Certain songs of yours "take the words right out of my mouth" as I hear what's on my mind and heart sing to me through your music. Two songs have meant a lot to me and Jeremy since we started our relationship; we've been working through our baggage and fears that threaten to ruin what God is faithfully building between us. The songs are "Loving a Person" and "Song of Solomon". I am so blessed to have this man in my life, and trust that God will continue to grow in us a purer and stronger love. Relationship is hard when we are broken people, but His grace is enough, and our love is a joy I feel I don't deserve. I would love to surprise Jeremy at our wedding by playing and singing these two songs!! I've been trying to find the piano music for them, but haven't been successful. May I ask for your help with this? Where can I find the piano music for "Loving a Person" and "Song of Solomon"??? May you continue to use your gifts to honour Him! Thank you, Anna Rancourt

Jamon Williams January 28, 2009 • 12:55 PM

sara! u are anamazing inspiration to me! I really would love for you to come back to Peoria Illinois or any where in Illinois my friends and i want to attend another concert! you are an inspiration to the youth here! we love you and hope to attend another concert!

Jennifer Lynn Nickerson-Padgett January 28, 2009 • 09:03 AM

Hi, Sara! God has truly blessed your ministry! If Pastor Colbaugh is reading this-HI!!! We now have three children and recently arrived home from China with our three year old daughter Juliese who now joins her two brothers (Jake-9; Jonah-5). Adoption has made our lives richer and has given us a clearer picture of the Lord's heart: to take care of the widows and orphans. We have started an adoption ministry at our Mechanic Falls Vineyard;several have already adopted with more on the way. Maybe someday you can give another concert in Maine! God Bless!

abby January 27, 2009 • 07:51 PM

omigoodness! i saw the ultimate gift, and i saw ur song at the end. I absoulutely LOVE something changed. it is sooo meaningful to me. That is a great song! i'm listening to it now.... going to buy it on my iPod soon!

harry January 26, 2009 • 02:44 PM

just few words just to say how much i love your album " tell me what you know " and my favourite one is " you are wonderful " if i could find the chords it will be fantastic. i thanks Lord for the gift he gave you harry ; from france

sarah January 26, 2009 • 04:28 AM

Sara Groves I love your music so much. God has blessed you with a rich and pure voice. Your songs relate to the issues we face today and most of all they make me want to know Jesus! God's name is truly being glorified. I am all the way in England and I wish you could have concerts over here but I am still grateful that your albums are sold here! xxxxx

Lisa T January 24, 2009 • 10:50 AM

Painting pictures of Egypt...........I have been, but my Egypt was South Africa serving as a houseparent alongside my husband and children......we were a house of 11 children. I have been painting and drawing and writing........to bring me closer to my children there from this distance back in the states. Just as the chorus says......I've been painting pictures of Egypt and leaving out what it lacks.....the future feels so hard and I want to go back.......your words paint the picture of my heart. Thank you for your music....Lisa Trombley

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Leighton Heise January 24, 2009 • 12:08 AM

Sara, my wife Ali and I are birthing our third baby (not the kind you're thinking - it's our music ministry). We just finished 2 weeks in the studio with 2 babies crawling around the hallways! Your music has inspired us to go and add to the beauty, to use what is in our hands to be about Kingdom business. Thanks for the inspiration - we feel like we're in good company, like somebody's been there before. Thanks and keep on! Leighton and Ali

Andy January 23, 2009 • 03:47 PM

Sara, I discovered your Conversations album this week for the first time, having sadly, in the UK, never heard of you or your music before. I was struck by it's honesty and beauty as well as it's wonderful songwriting and your voice which stopped me in my tracks. What a gift you have, I look forward to discovering your other albums. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. Andy

Becky Falasco January 23, 2009 • 09:06 AM

Our praise band wants to use one of your songs, but can't find the music for it - When The Saints. Do you have a chord sheet with vocal lines? Or, any accompaniment?

Diana January 23, 2009 • 12:44 AM

Hey Sara, I just wanted to say that your song "Less Like Scars" is exactly what my life has been for the past year. Its funny, because the song starts off with "Its been a hard year..." and it literally has been a year since my life completely fell apart around me and God has been picking up the pieces. Without Him, I wouldn't have made it. "Less Like Scars" definitely ministers to me in a profound way. Thank you and God bless you richly and abundantly!

Erich Brough January 21, 2009 • 10:29 AM

Thanks Sara, for your honesty and faith- and they do go together like bread and butter (or butter and bread). It troubles me a bit that people would be moved to critique what you do. Maybe you don't preach well enough for them. I think you preach beautifully and well, more deeply and convicingly than some who are explicitly called preachers. I know that God has used your words to propel me out of my own dark places into His more-than-welcoming embrace. That's what I know. Gratefully, Erich

Glenna Godown January 20, 2009 • 07:51 PM

Dear Sarah, Our family finds the words to your songs so touching and when times are hard they help us heal. We sing them at our church to share with our congregation. My daughter lost a baby and I truly believe that your gift of song helped her heal. She had one of your songs played at the service and put one a disc that was left in her little baby boy’s final resting place. She listened to your music on her mp3 player for weeks. I want to thank for sharing you special gift from God that seems to touch our hearts and helps us heal. Grateful, Glenna

Sundance SalonSpa January 20, 2009 • 04:21 PM

Heather that works here at Sundance SalonSpa loves your music!

Jennifer Bertschinger January 19, 2009 • 06:27 PM

It was wonderful listening to you last year at the Autumn Ridge Church in Rochester MN for the Devoted Hearts Conference. I had heard your music before, but only a couple songs. It was great to share the event and your wonderful music with my mother. I am looking forward to being able to see you in concert again soon, and hope you return to Rochester soon. Blessings to you and your music!

melissa January 18, 2009 • 05:36 PM

I would like to thank you for using the amazing gifts God has given you to write such uplifting, convicting, and honest music! It has blessed my life so much. Your song, "Less Like Scars" has become my "theme song" so to speak. I cried the first time I listened to it because the lyrics spoke directly to where I was at the time. God has used that song to remind me that He can take situations that I'd rather forget because they are painful to remember and bring healing and restoration in spite of anything that's happened. Another song that so gently yet firmly reminds me of God's faithfulness is "Remember Surrender", thank you so much for sharing your experiences and feelings through your music. I pray that God will bless you and your family richly. Thank you!

Heather Gilley January 17, 2009 • 03:32 PM

I just today stumbled on your song on GodTune - I saw what I saw ... amazing song. Then, I am reading your biography and am surpised that you're from MN! I am from Rosemount, too! My husband and I lived in Brazil for 6 years doing missions work. 2 of our 3 children were born there. We are now doing missions work in a Baltic country; working with Muslims - getting "materiels" into restricted countries. I don't expect to hear back from you but I have a question. In the video "I Saw What I Saw" at the very end, what was it that was bringing you to tears - what was the building you were about to enter into? I have seen and still see those faces on that video - the eyes of desperation are universal ... those words you wrote and sang are my thoughts. In Brazil I was able to help a 13 year old girl being sold at night by her mother - to put beans and rice on the table. I am changed forever. Thank you for giving your life to make a difference. You're inspiring.

Stacy Tharaldson January 17, 2009 • 10:58 AM

May god bless you with rest and rejuvenation. You have been so busy. I am a fairly new mom in my mid thirty s. I'd love tell you sometime about how your music as been "instrumental" in God's work in my heart. You were a gift from him at a time when I was deeply immersed in listening to nothing else but your cd's I had a "conversation" with him on my way to church letting him know that it was the day that I would answer his alter call and low and behold at the service (Grace Church in Eden Prairie, MN)YOU WERE THERE as a surprise guest! It was just one moment when I've felt god's love and presence so fully. Thank you for allowing yourself to be such an instrument. At this time I pray for the comfort and content that only Jesus's grace can offer would shroud you and that you would find rest and joy in him through your family. You are such a warrior for his goodness. Although I came to the site to see when I could listen to you in person again, I am so grateful to see that you are being given a time of silence. God Bless you and yours. - Stacy

Natalie Rexing January 16, 2009 • 03:46 PM

Sara, How can I tell you how God has spoken to me and encouraged me through your music. I praise God that we are alive in such a time as this. The first time I ever heard you play was at my church in Evansville, IN a few years ago when you were touring with Jars of Clay and Donald Miller. My best friends and I were there to see them, and I remember listening to you tell the stories that went with "When It Was Over" and "Loving A Person," and they were so refreshing and greatly needed in my life. I bought Add To The Beauty and listened to it, bought copies for my friends... within a few months I had all the albums. And as time has gone on, the Lord has brought out just the song I needed, just the song my mom needed, just the song my friends and people I love needed. Your music has been a blessing to so very many people. My new husband and I have known each other for six years. When we saw you in concert a few years ago, we were there together - but not as a couple. It has been on and off for three years, and the Lord was teaching us much. The songs and stories, the Word in "When It Was Over" spoke such Hope. I am so proud and so humbled to say that we were married three weeks ago tomorrow. And already it has been such a journey. I walked down the aisle to my sister-in-law singing "He's Always Been Faithful", because in both of our lives individually and as a couple, the Lord HAS been so faithful. My Matron of Honor has been my mentor for a four years. Two years ago, my husband and I had just ended our courtship and we were both hurting. She has just lost her baby. We were both trusting that God would somehow turn our tears of sorrow to shouts of joy, trusting though we couldn't see. The speech she gave at the reception brought pretty much everyone to tears. She said, "We were both grieving. And now, here we are and that's my baby girl crying over there, and now Natalie has her husband Keith." It was a sweet, sweet testimony to the Lord's faithfulness. I just wanted to thank you for doing what you do, for pressing on. It means more than you'll ever know. Love in Him, Natalie Rexing

Marla January 16, 2009 • 07:13 AM

I absolutely love the song "Hiding Place". Is there sheet music and/or a solo track for it? Thanks

Nicole Cunningham January 15, 2009 • 08:17 PM

Blessings Sara....and the amazing family you have holing you up. I just want to thank you for sharing your heart with all of us, through your music. I first saw you live, at a small Women's Rereat in KS. and it was a time in my life that I was feeling very broken and desperate. At that moment God placed you in my path, and your songs became part of my healing. I am now strong and serving God with all my heart. So when at Christmas I recieved one of your new CD's and the Lord spoke to my heart to pass it along to a young mother who finds herself broken and desperate....how could I not. So to Robin...may Sara's music reach your heart and bless your life with the hope and encouagement that only comes through Christ. Thank You Sara for your ministry. God Bless!

Diana Wiley January 15, 2009 • 07:13 PM

Hi Sara...or Sara's dad, I am praying that this message gets to you somehow. I know how busy you must be and I pray that somehow you will know how important this is. I have to say until about 6 months ago, I had not heard your music. I first heard "I Saw What I Saw" after working with widows in Rwanda. My organization is True Vineyard Ministries and we are a faith-based, non-denominational ministry working with widows and their children in the Northern Province of Rwanda. I'm sure you are hit up all the time to play for a benefit concert but I am prayerfully in hopes that this might be something you could help me with. Please visit truevineyard.org or BaketheCycle.org to learn about this incredibly important work that I know will be dear to your heart. I live in San Marcos, TX - just outside Austin. You may reach me at my email address or cell phone 512.557.7734. Prayerfully yours, Diana Wiley

Teresa January 15, 2009 • 07:27 AM

Hi Sara. You're music have kept me sane over the past six years. My daughter was abused at 13 and became an anorexic. At 18 she was raped and fell into drugs, sex and an eating disorder. We are praying for her, offering her professional help, and our hearts are broken. I have hope that she will return to Christ for healing. In the meantime, your music has ministered to my broken heart.

Scott Mangini January 14, 2009 • 09:07 PM

Hi Sara (and Sara's dad), I've been a big fan of yours for several years, have seen you in concerts many times, and visit this website occasionally to look at your upcoming concert dates. I'm wondering if you'll be singing in the Central Ohio area any time soon? :) SCOTT

Sarah Fink January 14, 2009 • 07:12 AM

I am from MN and have loved your music for nearly 10 years. Your music has been with me through two miscarriages, the birth of our son, and, this past summer, the birth of twin girls born 9 weeks premature (It's gonna be alright was played over and over and over). This Christmas season was a bit chaotic at home with a 3 year old and the babies. I just wanted to thank you for a wonderfully calming Christmas cd - even 'Toy Packaging' was calming to me:) Your songs (especially O Holy Night) helped me take a deep breath and try to stay focused on the meaning of Christmas. Thanks so much - you've been such a blessing in my life!

Kevin January 13, 2009 • 07:58 PM

An entry from my journal this morning: ----- This morning I awoke to Sara Groves’ “When the Saints” playing on my radio alarm clock. I could not turn it off; I had to listen to the whole song. I remembered Steve telling me that one of his favorite memories of all time was Li and I jamming out to this song playing on my little mp3 player off in the corner after one of our international Bible studies. When I had actually woken up, I got out my mp3 player and listened to that song again. I had the same reaction as I did one of the first times I ever heard the song. I wept, bitterly, more and more and especially through that bridge. Hearing the stories of those who have gone before, living faithful lives... I could not help but cry out to God, “What on earth am I doing here in Mt. Pleasant? Why am I not in Thailand kicking down brothel doors, in China planting churches, or at least in D.C. helping IJM to inform our country via the web?” I don’t want to waste a single day. I long, with all of my being, to hear from God. I want to know if I’m at the center of His will for me right now or if I should be somewhere else. I need to know that there’s a reason I have the job that I have, a reason I’m taking the classes that I’m taking... If I know that He’s preparing me for something, then that’s enough... I will keep going. But if this is not where He wants me, I don’t want to spend another day here. I want to start doing what He wants me doing, get on the path He wants me on. I know that I was created for more than what I’m doing now. God, please speak to me. ----- Sara, thank you very much for creating music that helps me long to give more and more of myself to God.

Linda January 12, 2009 • 05:04 PM

I heard some of your music at a ladies retreat this past weekend, came home and orderd two of your CDs online. I been listening to Christian music for only 7 years, buy and listen to a handful of artist. You are now in my collection. Can't wait to learn all the words! Linda

Judi January 12, 2009 • 11:42 AM

Any chance you'll be coming out with sheet music soon for your newest album (Tell me what you know)? I'd like to sing "I saw what I saw" with others to accompany. I love your voice Sara, and am glad to see you continue using your gift of song, even with raising a family. :)

Susan Sorenson January 11, 2009 • 10:42 PM

I'm a new Women's Ministry Director. The least equipped, the least qualified, and yet- with God's help - I'm doing it. We began a post-abortion ministry this summer with a newly published Bible study. This subject was foreign to me but the wholeness of women effected by this trauma is very close to my heart after leading it, as it is God's. Your album Add to the Beauty has been pivitol to me in my quiet times as I prepared and led this study. Now, after giving it to over 20 women, it has become a blessing to them also. Thank you, Sarah, for keeping in conversation with the King, writing and singing what He asks you to, and henceforth ministering to those who crave reconciliation and freedom with Him. I genuinely can't wait until we can sit in heaven together and I can tell you the stories. Until then, please know your album will be a gift for every woman who dares to have a conversation with the Lord about what they believe is unforgiveable and yet is already redeemed. "Bring them freedom and wholeness,for Your Glory." Your Sister in Jesus Christ, Susan Sorenson

Larry Sherman January 11, 2009 • 07:10 AM

I read your story in Today's Christian.You are a true warrior. I pray God will equip me with some means to rescue woman and girls in Canada who need our prayers and action. I have yet to hear you sing. I'll be heading to the nearest Christian store for your cds. God Bless your efforts sister.

Renata Tweedy January 09, 2009 • 07:26 PM

Today I did my dishes with your music in my ears and God showed up. I've had "When the Saints" in our church's pre-service play list for weeks but this was the first time I'd heard the words and realized you have articulated where I'm at so perfectly, just as you did with "Maybe There's a Loving God", "The Word", "Less the Scars", "Conversations", "Awakening", "He's Always Been Faithful", "Painting Pictures of Egypt", and more. Each became my anthem for a time, my life song. Thank you for once again giving my heart a voice. Bless you, dear sister.

Brenda Caster January 09, 2009 • 04:09 PM

Dear Sara, Your music has made such a profound impact on my life. Over a year and a half ago I found myself quite alone in a family of 12 (one husband and 10 children) when I left my lifelong denomination because the Lord lifted the veil that had been over my spiritual lives for almost 50 years. That summer of 06 I discovered your music and in particular your cd, Add to the Beauty. So many of those songs just hit right to my heart and soul. My husband and I still cannot talk much about religon as we differ on some of the doctrines. But we have learned, especially me, that Love is bigger than anything we face. How I wish I could give this news to every hurting couple, child, parent. We also have dealt for 6 years now with an adult son diagnosed with schizophrenia. Your song, It's gonna be alright will be his song one day. I know it. But God is so good in the midst of our petty suffering. God bless you over and over. Keep the faith strong. Love, Brenda

Becky January 09, 2009 • 10:03 AM

I would like to have the sheet music to "Hiding Place". Do you plan to include it in your store?

Tanner January 09, 2009 • 08:34 AM

Sarah, I just wanted you to know that the song Less Like Scars was the song that made me breakdown and understand what a relationship with Christ, truly was. Thank you for that, you'll never know how important that was for me and my family. I am a husband, dad, professional and I'm trying to become more of a musician, myself. I've just released my own album independently on iTunes/Amazon (look up Tanner Bechtel). The music I've written is about those I love now, and your music helped me see that. Thank you.

Margaret S. Atwood January 08, 2009 • 05:27 PM

I just wanted to say that I love you- and your music is the joy and inspiration of my every hour (especially the dark ones!) A day does not go by when I don't have one of your song hopelessly stuck in my head, namely Rain, Going Home, It Might be Hope, and Say a Prayer. I'm a teengaer with a delicate soul, and to have someone like you putting out such divinely beautiful, fragrant music is a restspot amid satanic rock and roll. I can feel God calling me into something very special- and I want you to know that through my life ahead I will cherish your music. The lyrics are like breathing sugar- thinking of them in the context of my life is deeply consoling. I LOVE YOU!!! Continue to grace the world.

esther yutzy from ohio January 08, 2009 • 04:30 PM

dear sara i love your muisc so inspireing to me i am from the amish. me and my husband excepted chris almost 5 years now we really have been blessed what is really sad we can't see our family they dont even want us to call tham we do keep in contect with my husband's mom she is also saved. i have one sister who is saved.me and my sister married brother's then my huband also has one more brother that was saved. sometime the holidays are really sad but then i hear the song that called (there might be hope)i feel the lord sometime plays that song on the radio just when i need so i just want to let how much your song's really mean to me. we also were married 4 years before we had our frist little boy named jonathan what a blessing he is to us he is our little joy he is now 2 years old i pray that god would bless your family and your singing you have a beautiful voice keep up the good work lord bless you sister love sister in christ. esther

James Kline January 07, 2009 • 06:15 PM

Sara You have become one of my favorite artists, your music stirs me and moves me in a very real way. I also appreciate what you have done in Rwanda, I am involved in distributing literature and humanitarian aid in Liberia, so I can especially relate to I saw what I saw

Tammy (Gilleland) Bangs January 07, 2009 • 02:36 PM

Sara, I've been following you since Central A/G and Evangel days, and just bought the new album. I continue to be amazed at your song writing! WOW. I've had 'Something Changed' stuck in my head for days. Blessings on you and yours. I look forward to hearing more in the future. You need to schedule a concert in Denver!!! Tammy Bangs Parker, CO

Julie January 07, 2009 • 11:25 AM

we are having an adoption celebration at church to raise money to finance international adoptions. We wanted to sing your song I saw what I saw. Would that be ok? If so who could we get the music or instrumental to accompany. Bless you for the song.

Diane Drake January 07, 2009 • 10:42 AM

Sara, I just want to tell you that I absolutely love all of your music, but "It Feels Like It Might Be Hope" has touched me deeply. You see, I have a 9 year old son with autism, and I went through a pretty severe depression over his diagnosis for a period of 2 years. I am ashamed to admit that during that time, I could see no hope for the future, even though I am a Christian. I loved my son so much that I couldn't accept that his future would be different in any way than I imagined it would be. Of course, now I know that God created him perfectly, and that He knows best. Having him has been the biggest blessing of my life. He is a wonderful singer, and performs in front of our church congregation of 500 without any trepidation at all. His signature songs are "His Eye Is On The Sparrow" and "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands". When I first heard this song, I felt like God had sent it directly to me through your words and music. It describes my experience perfectly. I have come through this trial stronger in my faith, and I want everyone who has a child with special needs to understand that there is hope, and that hope is Jesus Christ. Thank you so much for giving this song to the world, and to me. Diane Drake Muncie, Indiana

christina January 05, 2009 • 02:02 PM

dear sara you are a wonderful singer

Marybeth Stingle January 05, 2009 • 01:26 PM

dear Sara, What a gift your music is and has been to me over the years! It's helped me keep my eyes on the prize and focus on Christ, the author and perfecter of my faith, even as I experienced deep depression and peaks of happiness. Two of your songs were sung in my wedding--Fly and He's always been faithful. One song was used by the Lord to confirm my going on a medical missions trip to Uganda (Esther). And now you've put out a Christmas album unlike any other I've heard-- I LOVE the freshness of the new songs and the re-arrangements of some favorite carols. I always know I'm going to be blessed and inspired by any album you create--not since the days of Rich Mullins have I anticipated new works from a Christian artist w/such glee! Thank you for the discipline you employ to write new music and pour out your thoughts and heart into lyrics to share w/us, even as you raise a family and care for your husband. May the Lord continue to bless your endeavors and keep you and yours safe in the palm of His hand. in His grip and grace, marybeth ps--LOVE the song, "Toy packaging"--we just adopted a little boy so I know all about it! :- ) .

Steve Swope January 05, 2009 • 09:49 AM

HI Sara My family and I are missionaries in Bolivia. Love your music. The first song I ever heard from you was "The Word" which is one of my all -time favorite songs. What an encouragement to hear that the Word of God is all we need. Since then I've picked up four of your albums. I'm encouraged by your music and pray that you will continueto produce music and ministry that impacts lives. God bless you and your family richly, Steve Swope

Francesca January 05, 2009 • 04:24 AM

Thank you so much for your music, especially "The Word." After Scripture, and especially when I'm approaching nonbelievers, this song is the first thing I turn to to make everything make sense. Those lyrics are incredibly powerful - what a poet you are. Keep writing!

Audrey January 03, 2009 • 11:17 AM

Hi, Sara! I just want to wish you a marvelous 2009. Hope you had a fantastic Christmas. "You are wonderful" in every possible way... :)

Scott Jasmin January 01, 2009 • 09:59 PM

Dear Sara, If I don't hear back from you, that's OK. First, I just want to share with you that your ministry is wonderful. Your music is so anointed. Your voice is so healing. Your words are so powerful. Keep going. We met once. I was the worship leader at Cornerstone Assembly of God in Austin, MN. You made a Sunday morning appearance for your Conversations album. We really didn't get time to talk. I wish we had. I still live in Austin. I am gearing up to record my next full-length CD in Minneapolis. My brother Paul lives in Apple Valley. He told me that he thinks you live near him. I don't expect you to say yes, but I will ask anyway... Would you be interested/able to collaborate on a song for the album. It will be a worship album of my original songs. Again, I don't expect you to say yes, but the Lord says that we don't receive because we don't ask. Congratulations on your success. Your are truly gifted and talented. Every time I hear you on the radio I am struck by how wonderful your sound is and that you aren't afraid to be original. God bless you in your walk, your marriage, your family and your ministry. Sincerely yours, Scott Jasmin www.scottjasmin.com

Tim Sparks January 01, 2009 • 03:13 PM

Hello, I listen to your music in my hotel rooms as I fly around the world to all kinds of destinations as a captain with Fedex. Tears come often as I listen intently to your lyrics. "What Do I Know" really hit me today as I was thinking of my grandmother that we buried not that long ago. I am thankful to the Lord that I was able to spend time with her toward the end reading Psalms to her that she dearly loved. Thank you for being a child of God and spending your life giving your talent to His praise. I encourage my five children to do just that. In Christ, Tim Sparks

Amy December 31, 2008 • 12:23 PM

My husband bought me "Station Wagon: Songs for Parents" for Christmas. We became parents for the first time in April, and my heart has been captured by our precious baby girl ("I could watch her to the end of time"). This CD has brought tears to my eyes and a smile to my face! Thank you for writing it, and for all that you do. It is clear how much you love your family and your God throughout all of your music. Your music has had a profound influence on my walk with the Lord. I had the blessed opportunity to meet you in 2004 when you played at Huntington University. You were so kind to me and my husband, and it was truly a pleasure! I pray that you will continue serving Him and writing these heartfelt songs. God bless you and your family!

becca December 31, 2008 • 11:38 AM

Sara- I met you a few months ago at a show in your hometown. I saw the way you interacted with little kids, twenty-somethings (me) and older adults. You're very gentle with people, and you look them in the eye. I know it must be exhausting talking to people whose names you probably won't remember and signing things, but ... Thanks for doing that. The way you capture the frustration and joy of living as a disciple astounds me. You have a gift, and I hope you keep writing music for a really long time. Thanks for using your gift to encourage and challenge others. You're an influence in our culture. Thank you.

Melissa Baccarella December 31, 2008 • 06:20 AM

Hello Sara, I do love your music. One of the things I love about your music is that a number of your songs are "outward focused". A lot of Christian music has "I" as the main pronoun, or as is appropriate lifts up God, but I so appreciate the music that also expresses a passion for helping others and ministering to others. It's very difficult to find Christian music today that embraces a vision for reaching those who don't believe and serving those in need. I am a missionary who serves with a church planting team in Italy and every few years I return to the states to visit my supporting churches and I show them pictures of our ministry usually to the backdrop of music. Last time I used your songs "Conversations" and "Awakening" as the backdrop to my slideshow because the first focuses on finding a way to speak the truth to those we love and the other speaks about that slow yet precious process of conversion within the human heart. I say all this because I would so much like to use "Honesty" during my next furlough but unfortunately a number of my churches might frown on the slightly more up-tempo beat. I personally don't have a problem... I love the song as is, but I also want to respect the convictions of others. Last time I used a more acoustic version of "Awakening" that I found on iTunes. It was so beautiful. I wish an acoustic version of "Honesty" was available so that I could use it during my next furlough in 2010. Just a thought. ;o) Thank you for your ministry. Melissa

Jessica December 30, 2008 • 04:08 PM

Sara & Family, I was introduced to your God given music by a friend of mine and I've been hooked. I've been so blessed by your ministry. In a world where so-called Christian Artists claim to be sharing the goodness of God you emerged from the ashes of truth, honesty,integrity and most of all charity. May 2009 be a year of more...more of God's love, truth and salvation...and more music from you.(smile) Be Blessed.

Kennie December 30, 2008 • 12:18 AM

I love your music and the messages they convey. Thank you for your wonderful and warm comments at Trent's memorial service. It was beautiful. Hope to meet you someday. Merry Christmas. Kennie

Todd Benton December 29, 2008 • 07:55 PM

I just this week of Christmas first heard some of your music. I want to thank you for it and share something. My wife (Sarah!) and I were driving home from Ohio after Christmas and were discussing some difficulty we were having trying to love my mom's new husband, as he is one who is difficult to. After this frustrated conversation we reloaded the CD player and we put in this compilation CD a friend of my wife's had given her over 2 years ago, which she had yet to listen to. It was a CD full of your songs from "Add to the Beauty" We were mesmerized and listened with rapt attention to every song, and then again through the whole album as we drove through a pouring rainstorm, and felt such a peace of heart afterwords. It redirected our attention of the issue back to God and has moved us towards Him for a resolution. It is always amazing to me how God puts things to you in His way and His time. 2 years He waited for that evening to share your music with us. My wife downloaded 3 of your CD's through I-tunes before I could stop her to order them here, but we've destroyed the pirated CD! (though how fortunate we were to have had it!) Thank Him for your talents each day. They inspired me to write 2 new songs of my own this week as well! God Bless in all your works, and come perform in Mississippi some time! We so often get left out of the touring loops! -Todd and Sarah Benton

Randy Stackaruk December 29, 2008 • 04:30 PM

Ever get to the Toronto area or near Buffalo NY? Love to come by and hear you perform. Blessings, Randy Stackaruk

Stephen Jenkins December 27, 2008 • 03:11 PM

Sara I want to encourage you and your family to keep at it. Your music is beautiful and refreshing. I just purchased the "Essentials" package and "All Right Here." I have heard your music on the local radio and even as an interlude on tv. I love "How is it between us," "Hello Lord," basically the entire "Conversations" cd. I find it to be a tool of ministering and I hear myself in a lot of your music. Don't be moved by the "sudden" attention you may be or will be receiving stay planted firmly as you are. God bless you and your music and your family and don't worry about responding to me.

Stephen Mir December 26, 2008 • 11:44 PM

Hey Sara, your music's been in my house for a while. Thing is, I never listened to it. Getting older and actually listening to music gave me a great respect for your music and faith. God has annointed you and it's beautiful to see. I'm an 18 year old senior in high school and I can't say I haven't had a bit of a crush on you. I don't say this without reason though. I feel that I've been mistreating women. Not in an unlawful way but definately according to God's law. I have a real problem with pornography. No matter how much time I get away from it, it comes back to me. The thing is I respect you and find you to be the kind of woman I would love to find in my life. I pray that God will place in my life a girl with your passion and heart. I know he has kept me from having a girlfriend for a reason. He wants those skeletons out of my closet. I wish I could give a big sorry note to the female race for the way I treat them online and in my mind. I know God weeps when I look at what I do. I need change, and help, and prayer. It's hard to not cry thinking about it right now so let me start with you. I'm sorry for how I've treated women and I promise I'll do better. Your music is one of the many key tools working on my life right now. Thank you Sara, God Bless You. God walks nearer to us than we realize.

Karen and Katie Hansen December 26, 2008 • 08:40 PM

We heard your song "Toy Packaging" and loved it. How true!! Everything now-a-days is packaged in that horrible indestructive packaging. We all got a good laugh from your song. Thank you! Merry Christmas!

Joann Uchiek December 26, 2008 • 07:11 PM

I have one of your cds and since having kids, I don't get to listen or watch much of what I want. But as a family, we watched the movie, "The Ultimate Gift" and I immediately recognized your voice, Something's Changed. So, I jumped online and also listenend to your song, He's Always Been Faithful. How beautiful... so meditative and soulful. I ordered the 3 CD pack. Hopefully, I can find time soon to enjoy all of them. Keep singing and making music. It's beautiful.

Amy December 25, 2008 • 07:29 AM

...I first discovered your music when I found "Come Be Who You Are" online & sang/played it at my friend's wedding (& would cry while practising it). Now I own all of your albums except for Station Wagon which I can't get in Canada, and the new one which I'm saving for :). --What I want to tell you is How Much your music has meant to me. I have been on an incredible journey, a real faith journey, and following God has meant being God's fool... being supported in the most amazing ways by God while sometimes my big faith-leaps might seem a little perplexing from the worldly POV. ...I have felt so grounded by your music... It resonates within me in a way I can't put into words. Especially as a musician.... ...I don't even know what I want to say to you. I just want you to know that God is using you in enormous ways, and that you have profoundly affected my life. It's so exciting to me that God sees all of this ahead of time.... that you have this giant destiny for your life and God always knew it. To be God's fool -- in your case, to jump from schoolteacher to professional singer, world-traveller (which is a counterintuitive leap by worldly standards, but look at the wings God has for you!) -- is the greatest thing. Thank you so, so much for sharing your gift, for -- I can't even thank you enough. Merry Christmas to you and your family. My sincerest gratitude, Amy in southwestern Ontario.

mary and garry December 24, 2008 • 04:15 PM

A very Happy Christmas from london england

Lindsay December 24, 2008 • 09:23 AM

Sara! Isn't it funny that so many feel that they know you? I think that is such a compliment to your music. Anyways...hope you are having a merry Christmas with your family! I just wanted to know what a blessing your heart and your music have been to me this year. I don't usually write to artists or speakers - especially ones I've never met :) - but the Lord has really compelled me to let a sista know how much her work for Christ is cherished! I graduated from college a few years back and worked full-time at Kanakuk Kamps in Branson, MO last year after training and serving overseas in Nepal with YWAM. Last year was a strange year trying to figure out how to live life back in the comforts of American culture after seeing and experiencing God do MIRACLES in a desperate place. I didn't know how to be fully present here yet still have a stirred up heart for the people on the other side of the earth, and I was really just wanting to go back since I was already seeing myself put God back into neat little boxes.0 All that to say, your song "I saw what I saw" came at such a perfect time as I listened in my bedroom and cried because you were singing all that I was feeling. Thank you. Last winter I attended a concert of yours in Springfield with a few friends and it was one of the best concerts I've ever been to. I have a God-placed passion for prostitutes in the sex trafficking trade and I've never really known what God wants me to do about it. Again - I cried tears because your stories reminded me of that sometimes forgotten passion in my heart! Girl you know how to make a woman CRY - but that's an incredible thing because it means God is using you to make me confront my feelings in a beautiful and redemptive way. I've quoted your line "only the truth and truthfulness can save us" over and over to my Bible study girls as I encourage them to live honest lives before the Lord and others. Thank you for living an honest life before your broken audience! I often tell people that you are one of the most REFRESHING people I've ever seen in concert. Thank you, Sara! If you ever know a job that consists of working with music like yours and connecting it with the freedom of sex slaves, let me know! :) Merry Christmas and thank you again for your heart written and beautifully delivered music! You're DA BOMB. Sincerely, Lindsay Cannedy

Holly Johnson December 23, 2008 • 08:10 PM

Sara, I have been listening to your music for a while. So much of it I can relate to. It seems like you could fit right in with my group of friends I do coffee with every week. I hope at some point you can come back to Oklahoma. Our church in Bethany, Oklahoma is in a partnership with Swaziland, Africa right now. As you may already know, they have the highest rate per capita of AIDS infected people: 43% of the population. Your lyrics on your latest album relate to what many of the people in our church going to Swaziland have experienced. I love how God has gifted you with the words that are on so many people's hearts.

Teri from Wisconsin December 23, 2008 • 09:29 AM

Hi, I first saw you interviewed on DVD at our MOPS group. It was on one of the videos we showed at our meetings. And then I disovered your music. I relate to you personally, as I'm a teacher by trade, a mother with children your age. And I relate to you in the stories you tell in your songs. I'm a seeker too. And I also have been 'grooming my faith' for a long time, but feeling as though there was something more in how I should be using it. I hope to find a niche as you have. Keep singing. Thanks for your music. It's a gift. I love the song 'toy packaging' on your Christmas album. Funny and true. Sincerest wishes, Teri

Elizabeth December 22, 2008 • 04:39 PM

I just heard your song "Toy Packaging" for the first time tonight on the radio. Even with the crazy traffic and all the impatient drivers, I was laughing until tears were streaming down my cheeks. I played it for my mom as soon as I got home. I'm definitely going to be passing it on to my friends. Brilliant! :)

amy December 22, 2008 • 12:10 PM

My husband and I traveled 2 hours to see you in Long Island City, and it was well worth it!! You have been one of my favorite artists for years (your music practically defines my college years), so I jumped at the chance to see you. Your performance was so moving and encouraging. On a personal note, my husband and I lost a baby this year and the grief keeps me coming back to a line from one of your songs... "maybe I was made this way- to think and to reason and to question and to pray". Your words have blessed me on this journey!! I've spent the last hour reading through your sight and am encouraged with your passion for social justice, and human trafficking in particular, as I have been studying that in grad school for the past year. Thank you for sharing your gift and helping bless our Christmas season with your songs.

Shana Cassidy December 22, 2008 • 11:08 AM

Sara and Troy, Thank you dearly for spending time with Tim and I at the concert in Long Island City. Your words about the industry and having a family on the road really encouraged us. I hope our paths cross again. Merry Christmas! Shana Cassidy

barb December 22, 2008 • 10:46 AM

My 2 kids(13 & 11) and I were in the balcony in Plymouth last Thursday night. You,your band and sons were awesome! We also enjoyed Leeland. You guys have some new fans and my kids were truly inspired! Thanks for letting His light shine through you for all the world, especially our youth, to see! God bless! Barb R. from MA

Ron Luce December 22, 2008 • 07:00 AM

Sara, Thank you for sharing. Your music and lyrics shine the bright light of Jesus and the peace and fullness a relationship with him brings. A special thanks for your coming to Tyler Texas this summer for the Bloodwater tour. I learned yesterday that with your help Tyler raised $100,000, enough for 20 wells! Praise the Lord! Come back to Texas anytime we'd love to see you! Merry Christmas, Ron

Christopher R. Barnes December 22, 2008 • 06:28 AM

I was privaliged to attend the Jars of Clay Christmas Pagent in Harrisburg, PA; I just wanted to say that it was a pleasure to hear and watch you perform. You have an absolutly beautiful register to your voice that fills a venu with lovely tones. Your boys were great in their part and brought smiles to everyone. I also want to thank you for taking the time to meet people during intermission and to sign autographs. May your family have a very Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year. God Bless, Christopher

Jim Scott December 21, 2008 • 10:46 PM

Sara, Tonight you not only were wonderful on stage in Harrisburg PA, but you showed that you must be a gentle and forgiving mother/wife... I handed you a CD from Leeland, and you opened it for me and signed it... I thought I was holding the copy of your disk, but you said nothing, wrote "blessings" on the inside, and bade me goodbye... My wife told me that she tried to stop me, but it was too late (but wasn't going to break the spell)... Later on when I showed her that I had you sign "your" disk we laughed and laughed... What fun, humble feels good after a bit- I hope you weren't insulted. The toy wrapping piece is priceless, your husband and bassist keep good time... Jim & Wendy

William Dorward December 21, 2008 • 09:31 AM

Saw you in Long Island City. Enjoyed all of you. A very Blessed and Merry Christmas! Bill Dorward P.S. "Child of Love" the BEST, Most Moving contemporary Christmas song I've heard! Thanks

Kim Nelson December 21, 2008 • 12:37 AM

Hello Sara's Dad, You have an incredible gift of a daughter and in my rabbit trails on the internet tonight I discovered her "saints go marching in" on a single, Christian mother's blog. Then I heard "You can never lose my love" on the same blog. By then I was so moved that I googled and "youtubed" her name. The Lord was leading me to "Less like scars". As I watched and listened to her sing, she voiced the words of my aching heart. My husband left me and our three precious daughters on May the 5th. He moved from Texas to another state and has seen them only four times in almost 7 months. Our divorce will be final on July 29th and we are just beginning to rise from the ashes. I know the Lord has and will continue to make something beautiful out of the tragic ending of our "until death do we part" covenant. The Lord has been my Rock and my Provider and while I loved Him before, I can't breathe without Him now. He has shown Himself very powerfully in allowing me to continue to homeschool, providing a way to earn a living teaching piano from home, and through the incredible body of believers He has surrounded me with. He has tenderly cared for us and I thank Him. I say all of this to say thank you to Sara... for your authenticity, for allowing Christ to use you in a mighty way to minister to the hurting and remind us of the incredible hope and peace we have in Him. I pray He will bless you and your sweet family a thousand fold for showing His glory in your life in a mighty way.

Angela Haug December 20, 2008 • 10:35 PM

Sara, I attending a concert of Michael Card's years ago at Fair Oaks Pres. in CA, and he had you with him and what an unforgettable experience that was. We have seen you since at Bayside. Michael was so open to tell us that you had recently started on this journey of touring and when we thought of you to pray and God has put you on my heart many times in the years and I lift you up to His care. I am glad for Michael's openness and God's promting. Keep making the music and singing, what a gift you have to share for His Glory! Your music seems to be so transparent, not knowing you at all, I feel your honesty and heart felt desire to serve the Lord with what you do. Your most recent Christmas CD with toy packages has filled our car with laughter and "do #8 again Mom" - my 8 yr old son really likes the don't mind the dynomite line, and we will be more light hearted as we open the new toy packages this Christmas! God bless you and your family. Merry Christmas.

Janice Rowe December 20, 2008 • 03:51 PM

Ditto on the request a bit further down for a song book or music sheets for "O Holy Night" album - what a blessing ALL your CD's are - I have every one - quick funny story - my BFF Jude introduced me to your work 6 years ago - last week she & I went into the Christian Book store and nearly duked it out over the LAST COPY of your Christmas CD... I bought a new guitar just so I can play your stuff to nurture my soul and remind myself and my family what it's really all about - you really get it, and thanks so much for sharing! YOU BLESS US!

Debra H December 20, 2008 • 08:47 AM

Sara, I heard your Christmas songs on Moody. You have got a beautiful voice. Keep singing for us. I also heard your song Toy Packaging. My son is short on patience and when put on the spot, I get anxious getting them open. I have a solution that I use for this problem. I spend Christmas Eve unpackaging the toys for my son, now 4 years old. I take all the wires etc off, making sure he can pull it right out of the box. I also play with them to make sure they work as they should. I can decide then to hold off giving this gift if it is not what I thought it would be. This makes the moments opening so much more special and fun for all of us. I hope this helps.

Linda December 20, 2008 • 07:30 AM

All I can say is "thank you" for all you do, but most of all for the way you touch those who live lives that are "comfortable." That is me in a nutshell. I am a Christian, not a good one, but nevertheless a believer. I am at the end of my life, and the few years I have left, I have now vowed to live generously and with no complaints. I've lived a life of fear and selfishness, yet appearing as a saint to the outside world. It is those like you who bring people like me to their knees and to action. Thank you again and God bless you. My circumstances limit my getting around, but they do not limit my giving, my praying, and striving to reach out to others when needs are presented. It's funny how people have a material "wish list" for Christmas. My only wish is that God be glorified! In Christ, Linda

Eric December 20, 2008 • 01:23 AM

“I can't just fight when I think I'll win.” But it is hard to continually lose in the fight for social justice. Especially when some give so much, and most give so little.

Jessica December 19, 2008 • 09:11 PM

Sara, I just want to tell you how much I love "Painting Pictures of Egypt." This song came into my life at the most perfect time. I was driving into town on my way to the eating disorder treatment center where I was a patient at the time. This was the second time I was in the program. As I drove done the street, I heard this song and it spoke to me immediately. It was a message to me from God that day, helping me to better understand that the reason for my relapse was that, while looking back at how my life was prior to treatment, I left out all the negatives that were brought on by the disorder. Thanks for being the vehicle that God used to speak to me that day. The song is still speaking to me today!

John December 19, 2008 • 10:29 AM

I heard your interview on "Midday Connection" and laughed at the song, "Toy Packaging". But after I went out and bought the album, I got an idea. How about you do a follow-up song called, "CD Packaging"?

Jen December 19, 2008 • 09:33 AM

Sara, I first heard you at The Door Cafe in the Crystal Building of Open Door. Everyday Miracles was my favorite song then, and continues to be a theme as I notice God's consistency in seemingly unconnected places of life. I cried when you had to move future Door Cafe performances to Robbinsdale H.S. & add additional performances!! One of my small group friends got to sing with you at the MOPS national conventions - WOW!! Our daughter goes to a Christian Preschool & we're having a silent auction to provide scholarships & music education & more for our kids. Any chance you'd be willing to donate? It's an awesome program. When I lost my voice this fall, out of nowhere, she said, "Don't worry mama. God will give your voice back." We'd so appreciate your support. More official info is available via e-mail. My daughter's favorite song is Maybe There's a Loving God. I teach piano, and have a piano student who is also a drummer. We are playing an arrangement of that song (at his request) tomorrow at our Christmas recital!!! I love your work. When I was a new mom, I was accompanied by "I do not know how I am to pray for this child" as I was sleep-walking through the early months. As I worked on better family relationships, it was "That's a little seed, that's a little water, that's a little stone, that's a little mortar . . ." and they have been building. I feel like I know your heart and it's gorgeous!!! Even thoug I've not met you, I love you. Blessings, Jen

Brian December 19, 2008 • 06:52 AM

Sara, Thank you for your music. I thank God for it and you every day.

Ron December 18, 2008 • 06:00 PM

Dear Sara: I just stumbled across your "I Saw What I Saw" video on YouTube. I went to Africa for the first time in September and was wrecked by the poverty and suffering. Your song wrecked me all over again. Thank you for putting into lyric and song what I have not able to articulate.

Robert December 18, 2008 • 12:10 PM

Very first time my Wife and I heard Sara was at the Keswick Theatre on Dec 17th 2008. Her voice is angelic at best. Thanks for the Concert and the heartfelt Lyrics. We are fans for life!!

steve December 18, 2008 • 11:18 AM

sara grove i love your site am a musician from uganda. God Bless you

Terri Loewens December 17, 2008 • 11:48 AM

Love your Christmas CD - O Holy Night. Is it possible to purchase a song book or sheet music for individual songs?

john December 17, 2008 • 04:43 AM

Dear Sara, Our family has been a great fan of yours since "Conversations" came out, and your heart for God shines through your lyrics and voice. My parents are celebrating their 50th anniversary, and have been missionaries to Angola, Africa for 35 years. Their favorite hymn that has carried them through many trials on the mission field has always been "Great is Thy Faithfulness". My 2 teenage daughters want to surprise them by singing your song "He's Always been Faithful" as a duet to their g'parents during the ceremony in 2 weeks where they will be renewing their vowels to one another. I've searched high and low for a possible soundtrac to your song but cannot find it. Do you have any contact you can send me to be able to buy this trac ? Thanks so much for any help you can give us ! Serving Him, Glen Zigrang john

john December 17, 2008 • 04:43 AM

David J. Summers December 17, 2008 • 01:14 AM

Thanks for sharing your gift of music and your family with everyone on your tour with Jars, Sixpence and Leeland! It was a joy to watch you perform in Indiana on Sunday night! Sadly we were sitting on the side of the theatre that was blocked by the garland on the piano!!! (But hearing was more than enough of a gift!) I've been a fan for a while, and as a Liturgist have using your music at services! Can't wait for you to release more sheet music for "Tell Me What You Know" and now "O Holy Night!" God Bless...can't wait to be inspired by your next project!

KEN CORBEILLE December 16, 2008 • 04:08 PM

SARA, I WORK AT THE STAR PLAZA IN MERRILLVILLE INDIANA. YOU WHERE THEIR ON 12/14/08. MY WIFE AND GRANDDAUGHTER WERE THEIR AND ENJOYED YOUR SINGING. I PICKED UP YOUR CD {OH HOLY NIGHT} AND THE SONG OF TOY PACKAGING IS VERY GOOD. ASHLEY MY GRANDDAUGHTER GOES AROUND THE HOUSE SINGING IT. THANK YOU FOR BRINGING JOY TO OUR HOME. GOD BLESS YOU AND HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS. KEN CORBEILLE

Kaitlyn December 16, 2008 • 02:23 PM

Hello Sara, A friend just sent me a link to your video about Rwanda. BRAVO! It speaks of our family's heart for Africa. Namely, Liberia. We adopted six kids from Liberia last year. Now we have a happy family of 11. Our older Liberian sons were in an orphanage that closed right after they left. Their friends were put on the street. We were able to put 19 in housing and 10 in trade school. We have a blog about it. You might enjoy a peek. It is called Bestillonline at wordpress.com Their courage is amazing - just as our song says. Thank you for your ministry. Kaitlyn

Laura Brost December 16, 2008 • 01:23 PM

Hello from a huge Sara Groves fan. :) I am in the process of raising support to go on staff with a Christian nonprofit called Children of the Nations. Its goal is to aid orphaned and destitute children in Africa and the Domincan Republic. I made a slideshow of my time in Africa this past summer and put the photos to Sara's "I Saw What I Saw" song. I was hoping to get permission to put the slideshow on U Tube and Facebook to help with my support-raising process. Can you give me permission to use her song or at least point me in the right direction of the person that can? THANK YOU! :) -- Laura Brost laurabrost@gmail.com

Jenny Willison December 16, 2008 • 09:13 AM

Hi Sara, I have a very long story to tell you - but I'm not sure this guestbook space is sufficient. In summary, I attended one of your concerts 5 years ago when I was visiting a friend in Minneapolis. God spoke to me through your music and...long long story short...I began writing and performing original songs. I've just recently release my first CD and would really love to send you a copy. Can you email me an address? I look forward to hearing from you! Jenny

Hannah December 16, 2008 • 08:54 AM

I just wanted to write you to thank you so much for your inspiring work. Your voice has filled the family car, the kitchen, the living room, and my bedroom for the past eight years. Ever since I was seven I have listened to your music and pondered the words while singing along. They have made an impact on my life since the first time my mom played Conversations in the car. At the present moment your album Tell Me What You Know has rekindled a fire in me. I have been dying to help the needy, the helpless, and the broken; and you have put the fire into tune. Also through this album you have really helped raise awareness to the terrible injustice of slavery which I think is wonderful. Thank you again and again, keep up the wonderful work!

Debbie December 15, 2008 • 12:31 PM

Hi Sara! We just heard your tune "Toy Packaging" on 104.1 The Fish in Portland, Oregon. It's the first of your songs we've ever heard on the radio here and hopefully won't be the last! Please come to the MOPS Convention next year. We LOVED you two years ago! You UNDERSTAND where we're coming from! Debbie

Caleb Naylor December 15, 2008 • 09:45 AM

I've really enjoyed your music! God bless you as you sing for Him!! :)

Rebecca Brand December 15, 2008 • 05:54 AM

Thank you Sara and friends/family for making music that touches my heart. For years now, probably since Conversations, I have been listening, and watching to see what you'll do next. It makes me glad to see you and other Christian artists voice the need to take care of our world/people in it. Sara, we have poor in the mountains of West Virginia. We don't have to travel to Africa to find them, although I know they need Jesus, shelter and food too. Still, the fact that you care enough to write lyrics like "I saw what I saw and I can't forget it" is gripping. It was wonderful to see you in Tampa a few months back. It was even more wonderful to get to briefly speak with you, my favorite Christian artist. The Art Music Justice tour is just what I was waiting for! Thanks and God be with you, always.

Durvant groves December 15, 2008 • 04:24 AM

Hi Sara, I just want to say congratulation in what you're dong I am singer... I sing reggae and I also feature on local gospel album called (heaven)I am also engineer and a PRODUCER.I think since we have the same last name witch is grate...I love your voice ..happy holiday ..Chris

Alex Murray December 14, 2008 • 10:43 PM

Started hearing your work on K-Love and instantly fell in love with O' Holy Night. It is done so well i always want K-Love to play it whenever i start listening. I love your music and i hope you continue to bring us great classics such as O' Holy Night. Thanks...God Bless You. When will you come to Arizona??

mike johnson December 14, 2008 • 06:19 PM

your song the word really helped me in a time I needed help thanks.

Carol Swinyar December 13, 2008 • 06:36 PM

Hello, Sara. I have enjoyed your music for some years now and am enjoying your new Christmas album currently. I like the way you have taken words of classic Christmas carols, hymns, and songs and made them fresh through your arrangements. It brings a new impact to the words--which certainly made an big impact when they were first written or they would not still be around! I do have one question for whoever formatted the credits for each song. Why was the original poet or author of the words not credited? For instance, the words of "It Came Upon a Midnight Clear" were written by Edmund Sears and "O Holy Night" by Adolphe Adam. It seems important to show respect for the original authors. The term "Traditional" generally refers to a piece for which the author and/or origin is not known such as folk music. To say "Silent Night" is traditional would be a bit of a slap in the face for those descendents (if any) of Josef Mohr, who I'm quite sure are very proud of his famous song. I have a friend who is a descendent of P.P.Bliss, the 19th century hymnwriter, and she is very proud of that fact. Well, enough said on this subject. May God continue to guide and bless you as you seek to serve Him with your talent and skill. A Music Teacher

Carla (Groves) Atkinson December 13, 2008 • 10:21 AM

Hi,I'm inspired to write because I love music and I love to sing and I think you are doing God's work in all that you do. I don't know if we are kin or not but I know that we are through the family of God. I don't sing professionally, but I sing solos for church and in a church choir and I am inspired by your music and your biography to get more involved and help out where I can with children's missions and causes. I love kids and want to find a way to become a teacher some day, even though I am 47 now, and I live in Oklahoma city, Ok with my Husband and 15yr old son. God bless you and your music.

Sarah Danaher December 12, 2008 • 05:48 PM

Sara, I wish that I could take you out to coffee. There's so much I'd like to talk to you about. I saw you at the Art*Music*Justice tour at Messiah College in October. A group of us drove up from VA for the concert. Something clicked inside of me that night, and I'm not sure what to do with it. Discipleship is my passion. I feel that God has placed on my heart a call to challenge & encourage highschool and college-aged young women to pursue God without holding back. But that night some place in my heart woke up and remembered that it wants to fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. The issue of sex-trafficking has always been heavy on my heart, but I'd forgotten about it. Well, I remembered it that night. And I'm praying about what to do with it. Every time I hear or tell Elizabeth's story I cry (and this is unusual for me). Thank you for hearing it, for feeling about it, and for obeying God in recounting it.

Jayne Scherrman December 11, 2008 • 10:48 PM

I love your voice and would love to see you in concert sometime. You really are blessed and I thought you should know that you have helped me though some really bad tiimes. I love the new album and I got it in the store before I realizsed I could but iy from the email! I misplaced my all right here cd but kept the songs in my heart and then out of the blue I found it again and it came hours before my love asked someone else to marry him, so needless to say you have kept me going. I love the song about all the friends gathering at the table together and when this album first came out I bought about 6 to give to my various frienda and when I here that song , I thank God for friends and you, I think we would be friends if we were in thesame town!

Clarke Aldridge December 11, 2008 • 07:30 PM

I saw you in concert at Northland Church in Longwood, Florida, last Friday night! You were AWESOME! Love your music! Keep up the great work! Have A Merry Christmas! God Bless! Clarke Aldridge Lakeland, Florida

Sheena Eufrates December 10, 2008 • 09:48 PM

Dear Sara, I thank God for your gift in music & in song writing. I live in far east(Asia), but your songs reached and touched my heart. Your soulful lyrics makes me face the challenges in my life right now. Thank you:)

Leslie Lamb December 10, 2008 • 08:44 AM

Sara, I had the pleasure of meeting with you; of taking you to the radio station where I work, and during that time I felt that I connected with you. You were a sweet breeze on that cold rainy day. Recently I was faced with a heart-breaking decision to have a hysterectomy or continue to suffer chronic pain. After tears and fears, I made the decision to go on with it; I already had two precious girls that mean the world to both my husband and I so I shouldn't be greedy. Anyway, as I felt the hollowness that surgery brought, one song made me praise God for it all - "less like scars". I know that what I went through is nothing compared to the suffering and sacrifice of so many, but as I listened to your song, that hollowness lifted and the filling of God's spirit spoke fullness into my heart. Thank you for your obedience to be inspired by the Source of all peace. Your heart-felt songs written through your own questions and fears have spoken life to a multitude. I suppose my words for you would be the same as those that your father has given you, "keep going" - God is doing a mighty work in you! Love and prayers, Leslie

KathyB. December 09, 2008 • 11:44 PM

I wrote a piece in my blog about my frustration opening a toy and she told me to check out your new song 'Toy Packaging' , I did, the song is funny and so appropriate, but I also saw a lot of your other songs and checked them out on YouTube ! Thank-you and Praise Him ! KathyB.

Katerina Ivanova December 09, 2008 • 06:14 PM

Dear Sara, I thank God for you. God bless you and your family! I would like to say thank you for all your songs. They brings me hope, strength and desire to serve our God. With love Katerina.

Barbara Goulet December 09, 2008 • 01:25 PM

Hi Sara, Over the years I have been so blessed by your music and God has used it to speak to my heart so many times. I too am a mother, I have four boys and a daughter 4 who we adopted from China. She is with me all the time and music is always going whether in the car or home. I wish you could hear Meghan say, "Mom put on Sara Groves". You are the only one she request by name. She also recognizes when one of your songs comes on the radio. I love it! I hope someday I will be taking her to one of your concerts. May you be blessed and encouraged each day to press on in His strength making His name famous among the nations... In His service, Barbara

Amy Cosgrove December 09, 2008 • 07:45 AM

Sara, My husband and I attended your concert with Jars of Clay this past weekend in Clearwater. (we got lucky and were on the front row) I must confess I was not familiar with your music before but I am a fan now. Your voice was so beautiful and clear and oh so inspirational. My husband told me afterwards that the music was so beautiful he had tears the entire time. My greatest hope is when in Heaven, God places me in His choir and blesses me with a beautiful voice such as yours to sing His praises. I too have 3 children but they are quite older; 20, 18, and 15. I loved your song about Toy Packages. It brought back alot of memories trying to get Batman and his friends out of those packages....just too funny. Thank you for sharing your passion of praise and worship with all of us and being away from home to travel. Amy Tampa, FL

Deborah Kilgore December 08, 2008 • 11:28 PM

This morning on my way to work I heard you on Doug and Kim's radio show. The song 'It's True' with your son was simply wonderful. Would you please share with me the name of the children's Bible you mentioned he was reading from in your song? May you have a blessed Christmas and make wonderful memories for years to come. Thanks you for your music, it is always a joy to hear. Deborah

Susan Compton December 08, 2008 • 08:52 PM

Dear Sara, I wanted to write to you and tell you how much your song "Never Lose My Love" means to me. When I first heard it, I knew it was for either your own child, or it was God talking to one of his children. However, when my husband heard it, he said to me, "That's the way I feel about you." I lost him 1 1/2 years ago after 31 years of marriage, so I listen to your song every now and then to remember that he is still with me. Thank you and, on a happier note, I love the song "Toy Packaging"! Susan

Karin December 08, 2008 • 01:13 PM

Over the Thanksgiving weekend, a local radio station started playing Christmas music. As I was busy in the kitchen, I was able to catch your version of "Breath of Heaven" for the first time. It was so beautifully done, it simply stopped me in my tracks. Since then I have been searching for your arrangement. I would love to find this arrangement to sing at our Christmas service while my daughters accompany on cello and violin, with a friend on piano. Is it available?

JoBeth December 08, 2008 • 05:36 AM

Sara, The concert at Northland church on Friday December 5th was AMAZING! I felt the Spirit of God move. I love the way your songs were arranged so that the words spoke deep to my soul. There is new life in the classic carols on your Christmas CD. I am SO glad I purchased it! It is going to be a tradition to listend to your CD every Hoiliday season. Thank you for reminding me that a Baby God changed the world and that all of my hopes and fears were met in Him that night! In Christ, JoBeth Heinrich

Sarah December 07, 2008 • 12:47 PM

Dear Sara (and your whole team) - I can't begin to tell you how blessed I have been by listening to your music over the years. A friend introduced me to your stuff when I was a freshman in high school, and I'm 22 now, and I still love listening to your words. Your songs have played a large part in my relationship with Jesus and I will always treasure them because of that. You have a gift with both lyrics and music; thank you for sharing it with us all. Many blessings to you, Sarah

Marc Aldarondo December 07, 2008 • 07:57 AM

Sara, Hello! First things first, God Bless You! Thank you for opening up parts of your life and putting them to music. For sharing what God has put on your heart. I've been walking with a friend for many years now who has gone through divorce and we've returned to your "Conversations" CD more than we can remember. He came across your CD somehow, we'll never know for sure,not knowing who you were. It was at the lowest part of his life. He called me one day and told me about "Conversations" and said "I just had to hear it". That it ministered to his soul. Well, my friend Neil Lipsey is an aspiring musician/songwriter. He has been working on a project of his own over the past few years, accouting some of the area's of his life. Really speaking of God's faithfulness. He's been approached with a few opportunities and has gotten to work with some very positive influences "in the biz". Long story short, I know it would be a dream come true for him to have you listen to, maybe even record one of his songs. If you would consider it, just shoot us an email and I'll get you in contact with him. Thanks again for pouring your heart into such powerful expressions of God's love. Keep on being the instrument as He touches peoples lives through you! Merry Christmas and God Bless, Marc Aldarondo

John C Thomson December 07, 2008 • 07:36 AM

I have read of many churches celebrating Christmas with Pageants that include an actual baby portraying the role of 'baby Jesus'. Our first child Ruth, was born December 12th, 1981 and was chosen to be 'baby Jesus' for our church's (Reba Place Fellowship) Christmas Eve service. Last year, our grandson, Charlie, born on Oct. 19th 2008, was chosen, also at Reba Place Fellowship. But in prison no such ritual exists. I wasn't even thinking about babies being in Christmas plays back in 1972. This was yet another year in prison, the difference being this was my first Christmas as a christian. The Christmas service held new meaning for me as we sang the traditional Christmas Carols bringing with it a hope for a new life with a redeemed future. Christian volunteers were a part of our service at the U. S. Medical Center for Prisoners in Springfield, Mo. As our service wound to completion a cry was heard. The faint whimpering of a baby. My first thought was that I wasn't hearing what I thought I had heard. I had been in prison for many years and had never even seen a baby inside of a prison (not counting my infrequent times in the visiting room.) But there it was again, a baby crying. Someone, a volunteer, had brought their baby into the service wrapped in a blanket unnoticed by the guards. I then thought, there was our 'baby Jesus'. The parents of the yet unknown child were the children of an older couple (Lloyd and Nita Colbaugh) who had only a few years previously began their ministry to the prison. Even the great-grandmother, (Mom Carter) was a volunteer and had played a significant role in my own conversion, telling me that God had a plan for my life. Life would go on and the incident of 'baby Jesus' coming to prison would fade to a memory, until the baby grew up and now is known throughout many countries far and wide as acclaimed Christian singer/songwriter Sara Groves. I hope this story adds to your appreciation of the life of Sara and her family. John C Thomson

Frances December 06, 2008 • 04:59 PM

I think you songs are beautiful. I saw you in oncert a couple of years ago and it was amazing. You songs are so inspiring! They have gotten me through some pretty dark places. Tonight I was watching your I Saw What I Saw music video and it was truly inspiring. I hope that you come out with many more albums.

lisa Trombley December 06, 2008 • 12:37 PM

Oh Sara and Troy......thank you so for sending your words and prayers up for Payton Cram and her family. You are too a blessing as is Payton....shining your lights for all to see.............like a single cup of water how it matters. Believin' in Frankenmuth, MI Sweet peace of Jesus to you and yours, Lisa Trombley

Danette Lane December 06, 2008 • 06:44 AM

Dear Sara, We met last night at Northland Church in Longwood, FL. I was the memorable goofy lady that said, "I can't believe you're from Minneapolis!" What an encouraging gift to meet you and--yes!---to find out that you are from St.Paul (because it seems like St. Paul keeps intersecting with God's purpose for my life and His timely encouragements to strengthen my faith). I write for children--a recent path--because I believe God has called me to do so. I'm in grad school at Hamline U. (St. Paul). My next residency is in Jan. Brrr. Am I nuts? Your lyrics and music have been an integral part of my journey. Like you, I frequently question my calling, and wonder if I should be using my life for "more important" work--like promoting social justice. It feels incredibly selfish to sit at home and write each day. I start each morning with prayer and "He's Always Been Faithful" and I walk each day to "Add to the Beauty". A quote from the latter song sits at the top of my current manuscript: "Redemption comes in strange places, small spaces / Calling out the best of who we are." I'm grateful for your example of faithfulness. This has been a difficult month; God and I have had long conversations about whether I am meant to ever finish my novel. "Add to the Beauty" continually reminds me of my purpose, so I inch forward a little each day. If you have never considered this, please do: Write something for children. The story that your boys read last night (your words?) would make a stunning children's book. You have a natural bent for writing for children. God's "spotlight" over the stable is proof of this fact. (Lecture passes are available for the residencies in writing for children at Hamline, btw.) Your music helped me find God's will for my life, and it continually encourages me to stay centered in His will. Thank you! Many Christmas blessings to you and your family, especially your two sons. How brave and talented they are! I can't imagine how much courage it took for them to stand before such an intimidating large crowd and speak so flawlessly. We teared up in the audience--right along with the proud Mom. Merry Christmas! Danette Lane

Patsy December 05, 2008 • 10:39 PM

Sara, I told you tonight I would email you after our conversation, so here it is (You may or may not get it printed out by your dad.) I felt led to confirm what we discussed regarding your little darlings. When you were crying on stage after their debut, I started crying in the audience. I never thought I would be standing with you later telling you what was on my heart at that moment. The Lord allowed me to tell you face to face, so I know it bears repeating here. Basically I was reminding you to resist the pull of our culture where time-stealers seem to be on the increase. Continue to be wise and discerning as you seek to glorify God, and just be honest with any time stealers. Invest your best time and creativity in your family and you will continue to know the joy. The joy in a woman's heart. P.S. And thank you for that "Conversations" you had with me in my car back when my teenagers were little kids. Ever thought about writing a kids book about buffaloes?

S December 05, 2008 • 09:29 PM

Sara is definitely my favorite artist, so I don't want to be negative at all. Just wanted to let you know the lyrics listed on the site for "Toy Packaging" are different than the ones listed on inorecords, specifically the robot part. (SG site says "every adhesive." ;) Merry Christmas!!!!

Breanna Anderson December 05, 2008 • 03:32 PM

Sara, Thank you for being so encouraging and talkative when we drove you to the Sacramento airport Wednesday night. We were astounded by your gracious candor after completing a three night concert series and having just gotten over the flu. Our apologies to Aaron for having to sit through our “mom chatter”. Both Jessica and I have decided to meet once a month and bring forth our written work, albeit music or literary. We are both musicians, writers and stay at homes moms who have a lot to say. We were so blessed by your encouraging words to stay active in our gifts and passions, and amazed to hear how you balance family, work, and community involvement with IJM and MOPS. I am an even bigger fan. Monday night when you shared your story about “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” and praying for God to move the mountain(s) in your path, our ears were attuned. My mother in law was there holding my infant son to keep her spirits up. Within the past month and a half she has been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, had a mastectomy, numerous x-rays, bone scans, c.t. scans, and more. We would hear a praise one day that cancer was not in the lymph nodes, and then saddend two days later when she was informed that her cancer is so rare is doesn’t go into the lymph nodes, but straight through the blood stream. She wouldn’t need radiation, one of the most powerful treatments, because her cancer does not respond to it. She has a 50/50 chance at this point of living beyond 5 years. How discouraging this must be for her (Angela). When you spoke of looking at our past and counting the many times God has proven himself faithful over and over, my mother and I, along with Angela nearly burst into tears. Her mother suffered from mental illness and adopted all of her children out with the exception of Angela, and a brother whom her mom gave away. At age five Angela was placed in foster care because her grandparents could no longer take care of her. She was abused and mistreated. At age 11 her aunt took her in until she graduated high school. After her marriage nearly ended, she sought counseling, and later found the Lord through her daughter and son (my husband). Soon after, her husband came to know Christ as well. It’s easy to become entangled in the great debate of “say it and claim it” when it comes to healing, but God has used many different forms of healing already in her life. God is still glorified as her ultimate healer be it physical or spiritual, mental or emotional. With all this going on she is still scheduled to finish her Masters in Family/ Art Therapy this summer. We are praying she completes it with flying colors. She needed to hear your words and background on writing that song. We needed to hear that it’s just another mountain. Certainly we question why Angela is one whom the mountain's seem to placed in front of most often. We don’t question for one minute that God will use her to yet speak into another forlorn soul, and lost child of God who needs some extra love and attention that only she can relate to. All that to say God bless you for your faithfulness to write, the giftedness that God has given you, and for being transparent in front of the body of Christ. All our love to you and your family, Breanna Anderson

Jody Stewart December 05, 2008 • 09:08 AM

What an awesome concert last night, in Montgomery, Alabama!!!!! First time on the front row of any concert, at the ripe old age of 47, and it was WORTH IT. What a Christmas gift to Montgomery!!! Thanks for coming, Sara. Jody Stewart

Marvin Raden December 05, 2008 • 05:04 AM

thank you for "less like scars". greetings from the Philippines! Pagpalain ka nawa ng Panginoon!

Barbara McAlister December 04, 2008 • 09:19 PM

Haha! I failed to write about the whole reason I signed your guest book in the first place. I wanted to mention that this evening while doing homework your song "It's gonna be alright" came on. For the first time in months I cried for a reason other than pain and frustration. It brought such relief and comfort. It was the equivalent of hearing those words from my mother and actually believing them.

Barbara McAlister December 04, 2008 • 09:13 PM

My mother bought your CDs from the beginning and so I have grown up with them as the soundtrack of my life. What never ceases to amaze me is that no matter how many times I hear each song, there comes a time when it hits me smack in the face and I suddenly understand what you are saying. Now 20, I am currently struggling in a deep, deep depression that has lasted all fall. I'm facing finals, serious financial trouble, dropping grades (due to my disfunctional state), and deepening depression. Essentially, I am not who I thought I was, but if nothing else I keep crying to Jesus to save me, because I want to see hope again. Thank you so much Sara. Keep singing. You have no idea how many revelations come through your music.

Chris Kolousek December 04, 2008 • 04:27 PM

Hi Sarah, My name is Chris Kolousek. I have a video about a homeless ministry that my wife and I were once involved with and the sountrack for the video is your song "Conversations". I would like to post the video on YouTube and I want to ask you for your permission to use your song. If you want to view the video first, I completely understand and I will send you the file. The homeless ministry is an outreach of The Gospel House Church in Walton Hills, Ohio. The website is www.thegospelhouse.com Thank You for reading this and if you would rather I don't use it, I will completely understand and will not be offended! In HIS service, Chris Kolousek 419-577-0515 cell ThirdManOnTheCross@yahoo.com

Sophia Rodier December 04, 2008 • 11:50 AM

I love your song Toy Packaging. It's so true! But there's hope for us all! Leaps and Bounds carries a product called the plastic surgeon, and Bed, Bath & Beyond carries Open It! which cuts plastic, has a utility knife, and has a screwdriver for opening battery compartments. Thanks for voicing in your song the frustration that we all feel with toy packaging!

Lori Barksdale December 04, 2008 • 09:04 AM

Sara, I was a guest last night at Treasures of Christmas, your 3rd night in Lodi, California. I'm so thankful for the invitation I received to be there! I didn't want to "sing along" and spoil all the beautiful voices with my off-tune own, but it wouldn't have mattered because I was crying and could hardly sing anyway! I am not a mother, nor will I be, but I loved the songs about motherhood, especially "when he cries", and I'm so glad that you didn't actually compare him to the "mass murderer"! I totally related to toy packaging and have the same thoughts when my young nephew is in the car with me - that's when I most have to watch my tongue! Also, I don't usually like individual interpretations of traditional songs, but with the melodies and rhythms that you use, I actually heard words in those songs that I hadn't really heard before. Keep up your beautiful work - I hope to see you in concert again some day. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

Becky Wilson December 04, 2008 • 08:36 AM

Hi, Sara. I'm TimmyD's sister, and had the pleasure of hearing you in concert a couple of times. Better still, God's used your music in my life almost daily since you started. Words have such power, as does music. Your labor has clearly been submitted to the Lord, for the words you couple with the notes interact in my life on many levels and in many occasions. In my life, here are some of the phrases that come back to me over and over: "When You said this was a fight, You weren't kidding...Greater is He who is in me. Greater, greater..." "I'm painting pictures of Egypt, leaving out what it lacks. The future looks so hard and I want to go back." "There is HOPE" "What I thought I wanted and what I got instead leaves me broken and grateful" "If you go looking for offense, you're going to find it. If you go looking for real love, you're going to find it." "Roll to the middle" Well, I could go on and on, but the point is, God is using your work and your partnership with Brown and your family to challenge and encourage and nourish many people. And I am one of them and I am more grateful than I can say.

Jenny Stevahn December 03, 2008 • 11:54 PM

Thank you, Sara, for blessing us this week in Lodi!!! YOU are a treasure!! Thank you for sharing your music--what a wonderful worship time we had, as well as a time listening to your heart!! Blessings to Zach, Aaron, and Dan! Lodi loves you hard!

Sarah December 03, 2008 • 08:40 PM

Hello Sara, I had the chance to see you at "Treasures of Christmas" in Lodi last night, and it was wonderful! Not only is your voice beautiful, but it lends way to your soul, which is one of sincerity, and full of the love of Christ! Thank you for sharing with us. BTW, the Charles Bronson song rocks! :-)

Cherie Lombard December 03, 2008 • 07:08 PM

Holiday greetings from the beautiful city of Charleston, SC. I've been wanting to write to you for at least two years now, when I had the unexpected pleasure of hearing you when you performed here with Chris Rice. Wow, I was blown away by you and your husband and your incredible talents as artists and songwriter. And I was so deeply blessed that evening and so many days since, listening to your music and loving you more as the years have passed. I'm so sorry I missed you last month when you were in NC because you weren't far from where my 81 year old dad lives and would have loved to see you again, and will one day, for sure. I'm a lifelong fan and think of you and pray for you so often, I congratulate you on the birth of your daughter and pray God will continue to bless you, your husband and your children. Sounds as though you have been on an intense journey these past few years and can't wait to listen to your new music. You are an amazing person and I can't tell you how beautiful you are in person and in spirit. I pray dear sister that our Holy Father will continue to do a good work in you and that he will bless you with strength and good health in the coming new year. You are so inspiring to me and I know so many others.... God Bless You today and every day and I hope you have a joyous Christmas and expectant New Year. Take care of yourself and each other and blessings to your dad as well. Come back to SC soon. We are missing you. You have an open invitation to stay with my husband and myself. We have the gift of hospitality with four guest bedrooms in complete seclusion 30 minutes from the city. From our heart to yours, Love in Christ, Cherie

Lara Clift December 03, 2008 • 02:24 PM

Beautiful Sarah! You are my largest inspiration!! I practically turned my life fully to Chritianity when i heard your "just showed up"- i changed mmy view of life! My aim to to forever find holy in the common place. I am 16 and being comfirmed and baptised this sunay so i wanted to thank you so your life changing music. I was ver depressed at the beginning of this term at school of my final year- i didn't even want to get out of bed! But your music carred me through like a raft of hope! I can't express to you how much you mean - i am beginning to learn how to use all my "buffelow/spiritual gifts". So much love and prayers i send t you and your family!! P.s I am hope to sing this jounrey is my own nest yea at my school Chapel. Could i please borrow the sheet music? Love YSIC Lara

Lindsey December 03, 2008 • 12:47 PM

Dear Sara, I want you to know what a comfort and refuge your music has been for me. I used to teach in a Bible school, and one of my students said it best when she told me, "I always know that when Lindsey's teaching, we're going to hear a Sara Groves song somewhere in the lecture." Your songs have impacted me so deeply since I first heard them, that I feel I can always match one of your songs to the different seasons in my life and to the things I'm learning from God. A few years ago, my fiance passed away, and I can't begin to tell you what a comfort Maybe There's a Loving God was to me. I would put it on repeat and listen to it for hours. I just bought O Holy Night a few days ago, and when I listened to Peace, Peace, I knew I needed to write you. I don't know how you always seem to put exactly what I'm going through into the words of a song, but I wanted to say thank you. Thank you for the honesty with which you write, for your willingness to write about the good and the bad, and for your obvious love for the people of God. You've impacted my life and put into words the things I wish I could say but don't quite know how.

Julie Fairchild December 03, 2008 • 09:44 AM

Dear Sara, Thank you so much for being a part of my journey with God. You are such a talented poet, using language to give so much deep meaning and simple understanding to things most of us could never put into words, then weaving it together to make a lovely sound. You have helped me know Christ better and share Him with others more articulately. Life is amazing and impossible - but we can all do anything with His help! Joy!!

mckenna December 02, 2008 • 11:55 PM

Sara- I love your music and the beautiful stories the songs tell. Your mission-minded heart shines through the lyrics and inspires many. I've been listening to you for quite a while, but my youth group has just dicovered your music! We took a mission team to New Orleans and they played your songs on the radio while we were on the job sites. What a blessing! Thanks again and may God continue to bless you. Stop by Arizona sometime! McKenna

alpha ott December 02, 2008 • 08:33 PM

Dear Sara, I just found you on God Tube by accident. I never knew of you, but I do now. As I started listening to your voice and the words, I knew I was listening to someone very special. And as I watched the video , I knew there was something special in you. Gods LOVE reaching out to others who need to know of it. I thank God for Christians like you that show GODS LOVE and CARE enough to do something for those that are hurting. And to think that you can move us with your music so thay we take notice and desire to do the same.

Linda Griesbach December 02, 2008 • 08:03 PM

Sara, I have been so enjoying the Christmas CD and just bought tickets to the Love Came Down concert in Plymouth, Mass. Do you remember coming to Keene, N.H. on the ONG Tour in May 2005? Linda Williams and I coordinated it and it was awesome!!!Your music has blessed me so much, Sara! Love and peace, Linda

Mary Lu Blackwood December 02, 2008 • 02:16 PM

Hi Sara, I am inspired by your music and the way you help others and care for others. I write songs, christian mostly, and I have been wanting to beable to spread God's word or help others. I don't know where to start. I have three girls and they sing at Hope Baptist Church as the Praise team and we sing together at the Strawberry Festival with our worship leader. What can we do to get started? The girls are also in band, dance, and school sports, so I don't want to overwhelm them. Do you have any advice. Thankyou very much for your wonderful inspiration. Mary Lu

victor December 02, 2008 • 01:50 PM

I WANT TO HEAR BREATH OF HEAVEN

Priscilla Borlan December 02, 2008 • 01:17 PM

Dearest Sara, God has always used music to bring me closer to Him, to speak to my heart with love, encouragement, healing, rebuke... It is artists like you that He uses most. Your humble way of "hitting the nail on the head" puts you in the category of those who "get it" as far as I'm concerned. There are those artists who say the things over and over, and then there are those artists who are able to epitomize the whole Christian experience. It is the Rich Mullens, Nichole Nordemans, Chris Rices and Sara Groves (to mention a few) of the Faith that give the rest of us the words to hear, to feel, to know, to cry. Thank you, my Sara-Friend! ~Priscilla

Danelle Sturdy December 02, 2008 • 01:11 PM

Sara, I just want to leave you this message and tell you how much I love you and your music! You are my favorite Christian artist! What you have to say is so powerful! A life in faith is not easy, and your songs reveal a brutally honest and real Christianity. Your music is refreshing, alive, and fills me with hope, even when it touches on such attrocities as the sex-trade. I love your new Christmas album and I feel like I am getting my best Christmas present because I just found out that your Christmas tour with Jars of Clay, et al is coming to Grand Rapids, Michigan. You will be sure to recognize me----I'll be the one with the biggest smile on my face and a heart filled with the most gratitude! Blessings on you, your family, and your tour. See you on Dec. 13!

Gail December 02, 2008 • 12:27 PM

Dear Sara, While traveling by car today, I listened to your interview and music on Midday Connection. The music shared and the experiences writing and making the music and CD were beautiful and moving. You mentioned a gentle and lovely Children's Bible, one you've shared with your children. I would like to know more about that Bible; I'd enjo sharing it with my grandchildren. Thank you, Sara. (Perhaps others might be able to display an answer to this question. Thank you.)

Elizabeth December 02, 2008 • 11:12 AM

Sara, I really enjoy your music and so does my son. My son, Ethan, was born in Sept. 2007 and I had just gotten one of your cds. I love the song "When the Saints" and would play it over and over when I took my baby with me to run errands or visit relatives. Well now he is 14 months old and when we are in the car and he is not having fun we just turn on that song and he laughs, giggles, and sings along! It's wonderful. Just wanted to share that with you.

Maurice Okello December 02, 2008 • 12:10 AM

Sarah, the song and video "I saw what I saw" has a great message. the video itself and the music.... may God bless you to live long and prosper greatly.

Vance Meyer December 01, 2008 • 08:12 PM

Some years ago I realized that I had an unopened CD that had been given to my wife and me at Christmas by a friend -- a friend who forgot to put a tag on the gift. When I put it in the player, I instantly knew that this was Christian music that would dare to go deep. Conversations really moved me, especially "I just woke up to my own life." Please keep making songs that speak. And please come to Jacksonville soon!

Dave Bartelli December 01, 2008 • 07:44 PM

My family and I first heard your music while watching "The Ultimate Gift". We found your video of the "something changed" in the extra features portion of the dvd and had to replay it about 4 times. We've since bought several more of your songs. Thank you for inspiring us. I'm currently trying to find sheet music for "Something changed" so my daughter (piano) and son (guitar) can learn it. Is it available anywhere?

Tracy Adams December 01, 2008 • 03:38 PM

I love your music, they lyrics are beautiful, heartfelt and really tug at what's important. I have been a fan since your first albums and really enjoyed them. I am not a big fan of the drums in the music though. The upbeat tempo doesn't fit with the lovely melody that is sped up faster than the poetry is mean to sink in. All in all, I think your message is inspirational and God is behind it. Keep up the awesome work!

Kathy Banta December 01, 2008 • 10:28 AM

Hi, Sara! I got your christmas cd a couple weeks back, you told me this summer, at the pool, that you were working on it. How fun to see it complete. I am wondering if someone could give me info. for booking you. I'm a worship director at a church in Rosemount, now and would love to bring you in next year. It's been a long time since I played the same small gigs with you, at the union and camp Lake Geneva, you inspire me. I watch "I saw what I saw" video and cry each time. It's what it's all about, whether in Africa or the next door neighbor. I just want to cheer you on! There are many of us that want to be doing what you are doing, but I have to say, you do what you do with such integrity and grace, that it makes us proud to say "I kinda know her!" God bless you, Troy and the kids! Kathy Banta

Jesselee Camuglia December 01, 2008 • 09:30 AM

I was recently introduced to your music by some of the teen girls from our church They just moved and we were visiting them out of state. I had asked for some good music suggestions. They recommended Comversations and All Right Here. I fell in love with the Lord in a new way. It has been playing in our home now daily. I don't think in will ever get sick of your songs. Thank you for your obvious relationship with God and sharing it with others. He is an awesome Lord and your music helps me to worship him in Spirit and in Truth. PTL Jesselee Camuglia

Danny November 30, 2008 • 05:32 PM

Speaking of social justice, my wife and are are making Christmas presents this year and donating the "difference" to a small village in Africa that teaches the people how to cultivate the land. My project is discussed in detail at motherletter.blogspot.com and I would love to hear from you.

Mary Ann November 29, 2008 • 10:54 AM

Hi from Nigeria! A huge fan of all albums, but at this particular stage "Tell me what you know" has been such a gift on many hards nights where I am tempted to forget why I am here in this country. However, I am surrounded by so many people who endure struggles I could never dream of. I want them to have your CD. I always withold from burning CDs (thanks to a great ethics class two years ago) but...under such circumstances I would love to give your CD to some people who could really use, among other things, some hope in their lives. Possible? Adding to the beauty....MA

andrew Ok November 28, 2008 • 02:20 PM

Just wanted to drop a line from the UK to say the absolute blessing your songs have been to me over the last few years. I've found your lyrics challenging, stirring and most of all very authentic. I'm a school teacher, nothing earth shattering but songs like "How it matters" remind me why I do my job. "In The Girl There's a Room" has reminded me of the grit that God wants us to have. I could go on but it all boils down to "Thank you" Please keep writing poetry set to music. It is such a blessing.

Joyce November 27, 2008 • 10:25 AM

Dear Sara (and dad and father-in-law :-) ) No bigtime story, but just a thank you for your wonderful, wonderful music! Just to let you know your music inspires, is love-filled and moving. It goes straight to the heart ánd gives food for the head. Deeply touched.. With love from a huge fan from Holland! Joyce PS. Fan-base here is growing since I'm handing your music out to my friends here :D Hope we'll once see you in Europe!!

Dave Bricker November 26, 2008 • 03:48 PM

Sara, Thanks for coming down to Calvary Chapel Redlands on Nov. 9th. We were taking our daughter down to see California Baptst University (CBU) from Northern Calif and God placed you right there in Redlands where we were staying. I hope you will be able to have a concert at CBU while my daughter is there. Thank you again for sharing God's gift to you with us. -=Dave=-

Dave Bricker November 26, 2008 • 03:48 PM

grk November 26, 2008 • 03:16 PM

Sara, I don't know if we(the state of Missouri) have done something to upset you, but if we have, please forgive us! I know you were here recently for a conference, but perhaps a quiet night of an engaged audience and home cooked food for y'all would suit? And Coffee! All the coffee you require! Anyway, please consider this a petition for the funk you do lay down with your music, from We the People of MO(oh- Kansas City specifically)~ Thanks & Cheers, grk

mh hinkeldey November 25, 2008 • 10:11 PM

"I THINK YOUR AWESOME"! Hope to see/hear you in Albuquerque, NM sometime in the near future.

carrie vogel November 25, 2008 • 04:50 PM

Dear Sara, I love your music, your lyrics, your voice, your spirit, and your soul! I can't wait to meet you some day, when we are with the Lord I suppose. Until then, by chance, if you really read this... I also am a singer, and I've written a few songs too. I have been singing in church for almost 18 years now. My church is Harvest Time International, in Greewich, Conn. I recently sang one of your songs at our missions convention; When the saints. What a beauty!! I was honored to have been asked to sing it!!! I will be bold and say, if you are reading this, I think I could do great harmonies for you! Singing Harmonies is my gift from God. If I could have a wish come true before Jesus returns...it would be...to sing harmonies for you Sara. Well...do you ever audition anyone? If you are reading this...it will be a miracle. My favorite cd of yours is Add to the Beauty. Amazing music that truely ministers! Oh--that I could sing harmonies for you dear Sara!! I have to go now...many blessings in the name of our Lord and Savior; Jesus. Love, Carrie Ellen Vogel

Becky Sharp November 25, 2008 • 06:05 AM

Dear Sara, I attended the AMJ tour in The Woodlands, TX. I was so disappointed that it wasn't well attended. However, this is one woman who will never be the same after that concert. My heart is breaking over human trafficking. I am now working with Redeemed Ministries and House of Hope in Houston. Your music changed me forever. Their pain changed me forever. You sang a different version of this song at the concert. I'm wondering if it was recorded anywhere. It talks about the brothels. I have been to the brothels now. Glad I got to give you a hug! Blessings in Jesus' precious name!

Lisa Trombley November 25, 2008 • 05:46 AM

Sara, hi it's me again. I wrote to you some time ago from South Africa when back home in Michigan I had learned a sweet 10 year old Payton ( a special little girl close to my heart, from my home church )was racing against the cancer in her body. Well it is now months later and the cancer appears to be winning the race as Payton's breaths are becoming labored and she can no longer walk or stand on her own legs. She was the little girl that danced to your words and music "How it matters". Someday I will get the tape to you so you can revel in her beauty as well. But for now could you please write her a message again on her caring page.......it is this caringbridge/visit/paytoncram She has been an amazing witness and her family is filled with the up most faith.......yet her mom and dad in their human ways are getting tired out from the battle. Payton has been sent home from the U of Michigan Hospital saying there is nothing more they can do for her. Her parents names are Jeff and Traci and she has a little 5 year old sister Paige. Thank you for listening and for your prayers. Peace to you and yours, Lisa Trombley

Monica November 25, 2008 • 04:36 AM

Dear Sara, I love your Christmas record and just enjoyed reading your interview with 'Christianity Today'. Thank you so much for your reminder there, that "no sin is worth holding onto. Nothing compares to or is worth spoiling the peace of God." May I never forget this truth! Many blessings!

Nicole November 24, 2008 • 03:41 PM

Sara, I just want to thank you for the songs you write and albums you put out there. Your songs have ministered to me deeply throughout many difficult and joyous times over the past several years. You have made a significant impact in my life and have helped enhance my relationship and worship time with Christ through your music. Thank you so much for sharing your gift. Nicole

Jessica Libby November 24, 2008 • 02:42 PM

Dear Sara, I was able to attend one of your performances for the Art, Music, Justice tour and hear you speak at a seminar at my college. I truly support the work that you and those artist are working towards. I got back from a my first trip to Rwanda six months ago, and I heard your song about that country for the first time that night (about two months ago). I envied your ability to express what you saw in song to those around you, even if it was only a bit. I have found this difficult for me to do this and yet I know it is so important for me to attempt to share. How have you been able express what you saw there? How have you come to terms with what you saw there?

Teri Kerber November 24, 2008 • 01:14 PM

Happy Thanksgiving, Sara and all!! I just heard you on KTIS and wanted to tell you the CD is beautiful. It was all the more precious hearing Toby's voice narrating. Blessings to you and your family this Christmas and especially as you are traveling. Blessings and Hugs. Miss Teri CDLC preschool

Dave November 23, 2008 • 07:48 PM

Sara, Just saw you in Bismarck and thank you for making it easy for me to come and listen to you play and sing. Your music has touched me over and over again. Your lyrics speak to the heart. You seem to be able to put to music the challenges we all face in living this Christian life. Thank you! From the bottom of my heart thank you. Do not be discouraged! I lift you up to our Lord for strength and peace in your life. God bless you and your family. David

Maria Vesper November 23, 2008 • 03:39 PM

Hi Sara! (and Sara's dad!) I attended the Art-Music-Justice concert at Messiah College last month and was so blessed by the faithful witness of the people who made up that tour. So, thanks to all for your example. I saw the results of the tour posted on your website and want to thank you for that also. Thanks for putting love into action. Beautiful job! The night of the concert you mentioned another trip to Africa in 2009. I'd like to go. If you are forming a team for this trip, please contact me. Thank you for your work and for your obedient spirit. -Maria

Liz November 23, 2008 • 03:23 PM

Sara, I am absolutely blessed by your arrangement and singing of the Amy Grant song, Breath of Heaven (Mary's Song). I am interested in singing your version at our church, but have been unsuccessful in finding the sheet music (your arrangement) to purchase. Could anyone at your headquarters point me in the right direction to buy this? Thank you so much, Liz

Breann November 22, 2008 • 08:46 PM

I went to you concert on Friday night in Bismarck. Really touched my soul. Thank you for your dedication to the cause of Christ. Your testimony about grooming your faith and now using your faith to work for those in need is exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you.

Kim November 22, 2008 • 07:57 PM

Sara, This past October the AMJ tour stopped in Elkhorn, NE. I want you to know that I felt very blessed to be in the presence of such greatness. As the concert played, God's presence luminated. He is working through all of you to help heal the hearts of many. I am finally realizing that I can have an awesome relationship with Jesus. Through your music I was able to deepen this relationship. Thank you for sharing your gift. Would love to see you again in this area. Peace and Blessings Kim

Pastor Hip November 22, 2008 • 04:35 PM

I see you are going to be in Lodi, CA in December! What are the chances of having you come out for a few songs? We are having our first service ever in our new Church in Turlock on Dec 7th! I can't think of a better thing to do than have you sing a few of your wonderful songs! Pastor Hip Northside Assembly of God Turlock, CA 95382 209-669-8563

Jack November 22, 2008 • 09:06 AM

Dear Sara, I've wanted for months to write you a note of appreciation but have only recently finished my doctoral project. Now that I've crossed that hurdle, I feel that I can allow myself the extravagance of writing something for fun:) Let me say that your album "Add to the Beauty" has joined my "Deserted Island" collection, meaning: if I were stuck on a deserted island that somehow magically had electricity and a CD player, and I could only take 10 CD's (ipod's don't exist on this island), your's would absolutely be one of the musical pieces I would want to hear over and over again for the rest of my life. In fact, that would hold true if I could only have 3! That album and your writing and Brown Bannister's instrumentation are simply fantastic. For years, he has been my favorite producer, and his style mixed with your poetry and musicality have inspired me in a way that hasn't happened since his work with Amy Grant in the '80's and '90's. "Just Showed Up...," "Add to the Beauty," and "Kingdom Comes" have become part of the soundtrack of my mission statement, and I couldn't enjoy music more deeply than I do any of the works on this album. I am so excited to see now that you have two newer works (boy, time flies), and hopefully Santa will stick an Itunes card in my stocking! If so, I'm cashing them in for some new Sara Groves tune-age. No need to worry about writing back. Just know that you've spoken the Word to me, and it has ministered to my soul. Much peace back to you and your family on the journey of your days, and thank you for adding to the beauty! Jack

J November 21, 2008 • 11:05 PM

Dear Sara~ I just arrived home after hearing you in concert in Bismarck. What a beautiful woman you are, just "oozing" God's grace & peace. I am a pastor's wife in ND. I was so refreshed and uplifted tonight. My God is my passion-- my husband's ministry & my kids are my top priority. But, others don't support that & it is wearying when you feel you march alone, but you keep marching. The joy of the Lord continually fills me when I seek after it. It was so great to see His joy in you tonight. What a wonderful thing to see you & your husband serving Him together, with your fellow musicians. Keep up the great work of being a wife, mommy & musician!!! ~J

ALLAN NYAWANDA November 21, 2008 • 10:35 PM

I have been uplifted through tough times many a time listening to you. Continue being a voice of GOD's Grace.

Mike Westendorf November 21, 2008 • 09:34 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to thank you for the openness and honesty in the questions and phrasings of the Conversations CD. As an artist myself, somehow I think I'm supposed to be the one to have all the answers and trite ways to say things. I've been struggling with the frustration of anger lately, that crazy rollercoaster that is often hard to get off between having a "right" to be upset and the guilt that comes with feeling that way. "Conversations" was a breath of fresh air, once I started listening I just kept going. This world is so much bigger than me or any grand scheme. While my bible stays on the shelf, I stew and struggle with really letting the frustrations go. The CD reminded me that at the end of the day, I have the Love of a Father who says "do not be weary in doing good". So thank you for your work. I have appreciated the gift God has given you. Keep Climbing your Mountain! Mike Westendorf

Tricia Gereszek November 21, 2008 • 09:19 PM

I just got back from your concert tonight at Bismarck Community Church in Bismarck North Dakota. I am speechless! You are more wonderful in person than I had even imagined you would be! You are inspirational to say the least. You spoke about wondering if your words/music touched people or made a difference? I'm here to tell you they do...they sure do. Thank you Sara.

Jon Engen November 21, 2008 • 02:37 PM

Hi Sara, You and Christmas are made for each other. This is one album I will keep close this season. I miss not being able to play your music "professionally" but it means just that much more to me personally. Be blessed! Jon

Pam Dickerson November 20, 2008 • 07:30 PM

Sara, I love your voice and have been singing with your Conversations cd. After listening to you and singing along I got that yearning inside to try one more time in my life to be brave(at55) and started singing in my church with another woman. I heard you sing "Softly and tenderly" on youtube and decided to sing it alone and ocapello and everyone went silent and then I received a lot of compliments afterwards. Your words in most of the songs on the "Conversations" CD were just how I think. . .thank you for giving me the words that I couldn't find. Do you have any karaoke or background tapes I could buy to sing more of your songs at my church? I don't play an instrument, and the other singer quit. Your Sister in Christ. Pam

Wanda (Manther) Ostlund November 19, 2008 • 02:32 PM

Hi Sara, Remember the RHS English Department? I'm still teaching English, but with a new name (remarried) and across the planet in Taipei, Taiwan! I check your concert schedule often, but haven't found an event yet that matches with when I'm in the states, but I'll keep trying :) Thank you for what you are doing! I love your music and your message. God bless, Wanda

Tami Rosenthal November 19, 2008 • 01:30 PM

Will you have a concert near Minneapolis this year? Thank you for sharing your gifts with us. I have a teenage daughter(15) and we have made it a tradition to go to your concert together once a year (or more if possible) It is one of our best memories together! Keep singing, sharing God's love and joy through your beautiful voice! It touches lives in ways you may never know (until you reach heaven=]) Thank You. Tami Rosenthal

Alicia Raper November 18, 2008 • 08:53 PM

Thank you so much Sara for using your God given talent to serve him in such an awesome way. I love your music so much, it has been very uplifting to me through a very long life battle of chronic illness. God bless you in all you do!

Emily Bohl November 18, 2008 • 05:38 PM

Sara, I love your music and it is great to listen to. My mom and my whole family love your music. It is very touching and It helps in a lot of my and my families situation. Keep it up write alot more songs they are beautiful.

Donn Ricci November 17, 2008 • 05:38 PM

Hello Sara, I loved your interview in July, with Michael Essely on his show In Context, on Moody Radio in Chicago, IL. You mentioned that women who like to sell products/handmade items in their home should look into selling products made by women that were either in third world countries, I believe you said. or something with the organization that would help those who were victims of human trafficing. I am sorry I don't remember the organization, but I would be interested in knowing more about the items that I could sell in support of your cause. Thank You for your dedication to the Lord. God Bless, Donna Ricci

kate November 17, 2008 • 03:05 PM

Sara I love your song ''it might be hope''

Daniel & Mary Medina November 17, 2008 • 10:17 AM

Hi Sara. We love your music. Have all your cd's. We hope you can come to Phoenix, AZ sometime soon:)

Nino November 17, 2008 • 07:14 AM

My sister challenged me to oly listen to non-secular music for two weeks. She gave me a stack of non-secular cd's. One of the cd's she gave me was one of Sara Groves Conversations. I have only listened to it since. I absolutely love it. So I really doubt that it will be hard to last the two weeks.

Gale Puffenberger November 15, 2008 • 03:21 PM

Dear Sara, I have been a fan for many years and now my 16 year old daughter loves you, too. Your music is encouraging, challenging and beautiful, too. "Less Like Scars" was especially meaningful to me in the aftermath of breast cancer surgery nearly 6 years ago.God is showing His grace through your music.

Patti Byrd November 14, 2008 • 07:30 PM

Dear Sara, I got to meet you at the AMJ tour in Tampa, and in my excitement of getting to speak to you, I was just at a loss. What I want to tell you, is how much "It's Gonna Be Alright" has meant to me. I found your song after being diagnosed with breast cancer. It came into my life at just the right time, giving me such a peace and such a sweet message from the Lord. It was just like He was holding me, telling me over and over....and this is the song I could hear when I went into surgery; when I started chemo; when I had colon resection surgery 4 weeks after my chemo ended (unrelated to my cancer). I just wanted you to know, when the Lord gave you that song, I was one of His children who needed that message. I want to thank you for your responding to His call with your music. Words seem so inadequate in telling you, dear Sara, what a blessing you are. God bless you for blessing me. Patti Byrd

Gwen Budish November 14, 2008 • 10:36 AM

Hi, we want to sing "Cradle in Bethlehem" for our women's Christmas brunch, and we're wondering where we could get the sheet music. Do you have a songbook out yet? Thanks!

Sean Tompkins November 13, 2008 • 10:57 AM

Sara and Troy, I attended the AMJ concert in San Antonio, and wanted to share my experience. To be perfectly honest, I was coming for the music - and to be even more honest I was coming to hear Charlie Peacock and Derek Webb. I had read the promo stuff about the show, and knew it was promoting living out our Christian faith in the world, making a difference, etc... and agreed with that in a philosophical kind of way. At the concert, however, I was so moved by the stories presented and the testimonies provided. The music and presentation tied together so beautifully, and really communicated the message powerfully. My wife wasn't able to attend with me, and when I got home she asked how the concert was. As I started to relate some of what happened, I felt I couldn't even explain how much God had moved in me, how broken I was - and every time I tried to tell another moment I would break down in tears. It was all I could think about for the entire week, and tiny things would remind me of how blessed we are, and how much need there is in the world. The song "When the Saints" continues to pierce my heart, awakening that desire that says "I *DO* want to be one of them" - I don't want to be someone who has sat in church every week all my life, with all the opportunity provided, and NOT have let God work through me to reach out and change the world. Anyway, I wanted to thank both of you for your heart for this tour bringing this message to us, and for your graceful way of sharing your convictions. Both of you shared some very personal human emotion you had before being called to this, and I think that is what broke me up the most. Thanks for showing yourselves as human in order to lift up God's kingdom. I cannot tell you the impact it has made on our family, and if even a fraction of people were impacted like I was this tiny moment will have changed the world forever.

Laurie.G November 13, 2008 • 09:03 AM

I was so lifted today by the song "When The Saints" I just want to say praise God!

Laurie.G November 13, 2008 • 09:03 AM

I was so lifted today by the song "When The Saints" I just to say praise God!

Andi November 12, 2008 • 01:14 PM

Sara - I cannot tell you how much so many of your songs mean to me. The first i fell in love with was "Less Like Scars". I had recently gone through the worst hurt that has ever happened to me and i felt lost and broken and a friend of mine put that song on repeat as we rode in the car and said "listen to it until you feel it". It was incredible the healing that God brought through your words. six months ago i got married and my husband and i included "He's Always Been Faithful" in our wedding. it was the best way i knew to express God's faithfulness in our relationship. I say all of this to say thank you for the beautiful words that God gives you and that you give to us.

Kathy November 12, 2008 • 10:02 AM

Sara, I've been a fan of yours from the very beginning. And I don't usually do stuff like this -- seek out fan-based guest books or send letters to artists. But over the years your lyrics and music have been such a comfort and encouragement to me. I never hesitate when someone asks me my favorite musician -- it's no doubt Sara Groves. I'm a 31 year old mother of two year old twin boys with a PhD and teach at a University. My road has been long and very winding and I'm ever so grateful that you write and sing. I just can't thank you enough. Sincerely, Kathy Krey

Tom Sadowski November 12, 2008 • 02:52 AM

“Betty, I love you.” … (brief pause) “Betty, I hate you.” Or so I said to my wife, in bed very recently. After 25+ years of marriage, she knows me pretty well, and knows very well what I meant (Luke 14:25-27). We’ve been through some incredible trials along the way, raising a half dozen kids (nearly four to adulthood by now), dealing w/ serious depression, etc. Our marriage is stronger than ever. Forgive me, Sara, for signing your guestbook yet again. After the AMJ concert in Carrollton, TX, 2 1/2 wks ago, however, I had a few things to say. I love—and hate—you, too, as I do ALL who “are of the household of faith” (Gal. 6:10). I love you in that I see Christ living in and through you in a beautiful way. Lines from some of your songs that, perhaps, just sorta slip past most listeners are very profound to me. For example, “Every heart has so much history … Sit down awhile and share your narrative with me; I’m not afraid of who you are.” Most people, it seems, ARE afraid, or perhaps just too wrapped up in their own world to care about others’ “history,” problems, issues, etc. Anyway, very much wanted to say hello again after the concert, but it wasn’t to be. My wife and 9-yr-old daughter and I did get to sit in the VIP seats in the middle of the front row, thanks to Brandon Heath. That was special. And I did enjoy meeting and talking w/ Troy for a few min’s afterwards, who was busy on-stage, so I was careful about not taking up too much of his time. I had wanted to share two specific things w/ you beforehand, but believe that they were both answered that evening. One was to encourage you, ALL of you, to keep people’s need of CHRIST, and of the Gospel, at the forefront of all of your wonderful, vital, humanitarian endeavors. That is people’s greatest need, ultimately, of course. Secondly, I wanted to exhort you to ever and always remain very small in your own eyes, no matter how “popular” and successful and so forth you become. In so doing, God will, I believe, continue to bless and use you greatly—for His glory. But again, your humility was, and is, very evident to me and—I've seen from other comments—to many.

Noe November 10, 2008 • 01:20 PM

Hello,I wanted to apologize, this past Saturday Nov 8 @ the packinghouse in Redlands I was kind of rude, " We were expecting a two hour concert..." I voiced over your conversation with another person.I'm sorry, but we were truly looking forward to seeing perform more that evening. We came from Los Angeles .bu the way,You ladies sounded exactly like the CD.thank you so very much, God bless your ministry Noe

C November 10, 2008 • 07:34 AM

Hi Sara, I just wanted you to know that your song, It Might Be Hope has spoken right to my heart. It has been so long since I have felt hope in my heart. The lyrics did not beat around the bush. They are exactly how I have felt for a long long time. At times it has felt as if God has forgotten me and there is nothing left. Yet your song has encouraged me to look for the bright even in the small places and to know that there really is hope even in those places. God is good, thank you for reminding me and for encouraging me to press forward. Thank you for your music. Please know that your ministry has touched more lives than you will even know. Thank you so much. May God bless you to keep on keeping on. I look forward toward seeing you in Grand Rapids soon.

Anne A. November 09, 2008 • 04:38 PM

11/09/08 Dear Sandra, I am Anne B. Armstrong, I heard your song on Joy 88.1 in St. Petersburg, Fl. just after I got back from Bolovia on an incredible mission trip. I was blown away because that is what I saw there. The strength of these people in the mist of nothingness. It is my understanding that it hasn't been released yet? I want to be able to purchase it for me in English and I want to be able to send it in Spanish to my ministry friends in Bolivia at larrymorehead2@yahoo.com and to Roger Hulford information about this wonderful mission is www.ywamconnect.com/sites/hulfordsbolivia This wonderful people reach out to these precious children on a daily basis. I was asked to go there on my own because I am a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, to help teach the staff about working with street kids on drugs. To say my life was changed because of this is an extreme understatement! Thank you for writing words that I felt! Love in Christ, Anne B. Armstrong, CADC, ICADC

Jane Huchzermeier November 09, 2008 • 01:40 PM

Hi Sara, I saw you in Cornelius, NC in October and you graciously had your picture taken with me as my family had gotten the tickets to your concert as a birthday present to me. I wondered if I could send you a beautiful, worshipful CD that my son-in-law just did with his brother. I do think that you would enjoy the music and the words, but you can check out their website, zealouscore.com and read their story--cause I know you like stories...

Kurt November 08, 2008 • 07:26 PM

Dear Sara, You remind me of C.S. Lewis. Both of you manage to stir the soul in positive emotion without preaching. As I raced my bike along a single-track Colorado mountain ledge late in the day, the sun glowed in the Western sky...And I cannot make it, And I cannot fake it, And I can't afford it, But it's mine...ran through my mind. I pedaled faster. One of the beautiful aspects of art is that it can communicate to people in different ways. For me, this song refers to the value that is my life.I love and cherish existence. I love humanity. I'm agnostic and your music stirs my soul. Hopfully you perform in Denver someday. May you keep living the life you've imagined, Kurt

Mary Robichaud November 08, 2008 • 06:29 PM

My daughter lives in Rogers AR and she shared your music with me- We are both very moved by your songs. Every year she comes home in the summer (Massachusetts) and our family vacations in New Hampshire and attends a 4 day christian concert event at Gunstock Mt. We've seen so many amazing artists and would love if you would consider performing there next summer. It would really be incredible to create that memory with my daughter. Please give it some thought!God Bless!

Kayla Hembree November 08, 2008 • 04:53 PM

Dear Sara, I don't know of any other way to contact you, so I'm praying that the Lord will somehow lead you to read your posts soon. :) My friends and I have a desire to raise awareness and bring an end to the modern day slave trade/human trafficking. We're putting together an event to raise money for IJM for the month of February... probably the 21st. I noticed on IJM's website that you have a passion for this as well and are already doing something about it. Would you be willing to pray about being a part of our event? We truly want this event to be excellent, Christ focused, showing others the value of life. We're in Albuquerque, New Mexico. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you so much for your ministry. Kayla Hembree

Adriana November 08, 2008 • 02:52 PM

Hello Sara, You've blessed my life in untold many ways with your music. I can relate to you as a christian, a wife, and a mother. I'd like to share just one such experience. Last summer, July '08, I decided to purchase your "Add to the Beauty" CD. I needed something to distract me, while driving around on a business trip I had to make. I was pregnant with our third child and feeling very, very quesy. I loved the fresh words and melodies of this new CD. However, one song in particular really spoke to me, the song "Something Changed". I listened to the lyrics so many times. Little did I know at the time how much those words would serve as a confirmation of God's special plan. Soon after that trip, I had the first ultrasound at about 12 weeks, in which the doctor explained to my husband and I that our child had developmental abnormalities, cystic hygromas, fluid around the child's heart, a lymphatic system that was improperly developing, and other grim news. These were a result most likely of chromosonal abnormalities, and he told us to expect that I would have a spontaneous abortion within a few weeks. Otherwise, I was told to consider undergoing an abortive procedure. This was not an option. My husband and I believe the Lord could and would perform a creative miracle. We immersed ourselves in His Word and promises. Finally we had peace. As your song says... "Something changed inside me broke wide open all spilled out, Till I had no doubt that something changed. Never would have believed it till I felt it in my own heart,In the deepest part the healing came". That's when the healing came, when we believed without a doubt. We began thanking the Lord and praising him, expecting to recieve our miracle. I had genetic testing done (a CVS), followed by another ultrasound, and EKG. This time the results were glorious. We were told that we had a perfect and healthy baby boy. Our son, Toby Adam, was born on Good Friday of this year. This too served to remind us that Jesus' blood that flowed on Calvary more than 2000 years ago, still heals today. Jesus became a curse for us, so that we would no longer have to live under the curse (Gal. 3:13). Glory be to the Most High God, our Savior, Jesus the Christ.

Gina from Wisconsin November 07, 2008 • 07:30 PM

I just listened to the song Small Piece of You from the station wagon album. I am not a parent, but my little brother (20, actually) just moved to Arizona this week, away from all of us in Wisconsin. He doesn't have much of a plan, but just wants that freedom. I've been missing him terribly, but the song helped me put the situation in perspective. Thank you for your words and outlook! Bless you! Gina

Steven and Jenny Fonville November 07, 2008 • 02:00 PM

Sara, You will NEVER know just how much of an impact you have made in our lives through your wonderful music. My husband, Steven is a Minister and listens to your words much of the time while writing his sermons. Your words are not just words set to music; it is Theology!! We will forever be soooo grateful for your music ministry. We think it would be soooo very awesome if you could swing through West Tennessee sometime. We know you stay very busy as mother, wife artist and servant of Christ. Thank you so much for bringing a brighter light into our family.

Kelley Moore November 06, 2008 • 11:22 AM

Hello Sara, I love the song you did for Beth Moore's Song of Deliverance CD, Hiding Place. Is the sountrack availabe? I have not been able to locate it. The words have been an encouragement to me. Thank you!!!

Jennifer Ielase November 05, 2008 • 10:36 AM

Sara, Thank you for the courage you display in laying your heart, thoughts, changes, trials, failures and triumphs on the table for all to hear and see. So often your music sings the story of my life and I find myself encouraging my sisters with your words, stories and lessons learned. Thank you for the care with which you share the Words of God. Thank you for your honesty and authenticity. Thank you for keepin' on even when you feel like it's silly or too big for you to say. I have found that your music often teaches me how to live in the freedom that has been given. Keep keepin' on because God surely sings to His children through you. Jennifer Ielase Pittsburgh, PA

Pastor Hip November 05, 2008 • 09:57 AM

You don't know how your music has inspired me. When I sit down to work on Bible studies and messages I put on your music, attach the headphones and feel the peace and soothing sounds of what is truly God breathed. I pray that your ministry continues to bless multitudes for many, many years to come! Pastor Hipolito Briseno

Richard Burns November 02, 2008 • 09:20 PM

Hello, Sara - Did I hear and see you perform at the AACC (American Associaton of Christian Counselors) in Nashville about 4,5 or 6 years ago? I believe that you were expecting at that time. If I'm not mistaken you were the performer. I was very impressed by the talent that God uses in you and thank you so much. If this the correct performer, please let me know. If am mistaken, then shine on in his light! I love your music, and I love what you're saying about 'social justice' Blessings, Richard Burns Marriage and Family Therapist, Actor, Musician, St Paul, MN

Wendy Butler November 02, 2008 • 12:26 PM

I am so encouraged by your music and have a personal question for you; but on your guestbook is not really the place to discuss it. It pertains to sharing your song "Conversations." I know you can't respond to everyone so I understand if you can't get back to me, but please pray about this guestbook entry. It's something I feel God has been leading me to do for a long time and you're a part of it--without you, it will not happen so please just pray about responding to me. Just for the record, I am a busy mom of two boys (ages 3 and 1 1/2)...YIKES! I know how you must feel about responding to your guestbook. In any case, keep on keeping on! Serving Him alongside you, Wendy Butler

Stacy Anazagasty November 02, 2008 • 10:51 AM

I really enjoy all of your music, I first heard you at Hearts at home a couple years ago, and have loved you ever since, then my husband and I went to your concert at Northwestern in the twin cities, so I cannot wait until you play closer to home again! God Bless You.

Emily November 02, 2008 • 07:26 AM

You write way beyong your years. Your lyrics have a depth and transcendency. Your biblical references are clever and well thought out. What I like most about you, though, is when I met you, you were so humble. THAT speaks volumes.

Brendan & Heidi November 01, 2008 • 03:15 PM

Hi Troy & Sara, We have enjoyed your music & ministry so much the last several years. Thanks for doing a Christmas album. We were excited to hear your song on the movie "The Ultimate Gift". I am so proud of my fellow Evangel Alumni. Keep going. You are such a blessing to the body of Christ and the lost. Hope you guys come back to Phoenix some time. God Bless. Brendan & Heidi Carey (Brendan Class of 91 at Evangel).

Kristen Lambright November 01, 2008 • 11:26 AM

Bob Lindberg November 01, 2008 • 07:59 AM

Hey Sara- I can't believe I've never heard of you til just now! It's understandable, tho, cuz I spend all my time [sometimes 90 hours a week] in a dungeon. That dungeon is the Gravebomb Studios control room, here in Burnsville, MN. I've had musicians from The Blue Man Group record in my live room and I've also mixed for Ant from Atmosphere and Van Nixon, who sings "Treasure Island Resort and Ca-see-nooooo!!! commercial, just to name a few. Anyway, I'm known for possessing the engineering abilities of those twice my age and in LA, locally I'm one of the best. Yahoo search my name to find my website and you'll see I'm no joke; I'm going to be even more well known very soon and I'd love to work for you if you can find it in your heart to give me the time of day. It would definitely be worth your while and I'd be truly honored to meet you. I hope this reaches you in good spirits.

Ronda Pinkerman October 31, 2008 • 10:47 PM

Hey Sara, May God be with you, your family, & your ministry through this holiday season. May He continue to bless you and encourage you...make your paths straight. Have safe travels and may you truly connect with all you come in contact with... Thanks for pouring out God's heart and songs for us! ~~Ronda Pinkerman (Mockry at Evangel)

Jeremy Wallace October 31, 2008 • 06:17 PM

Sara and Gang, In briefly looking through this guestbook I am overjoyed by the love and beauty shared here. I too am so grateful that you have used, and continue to use the gift the Lord has given you. I whole-heartedly believe the Kingdom is strengthened by your efforts... I know my personal journey has. I have thought long and hard about why it is that I like your music so much (I own every album), and simply put I don't feel alone in trying to walk with, and understand God. Your music often times puts into beautiful music, things I feel, but can't even put into words. I often times come across situations and think, "there’s a Sara Groves song that explains that” I frequently share your lyrics with friends when trying to illustrate personal situations. Meeting you, and sharing my little story (finding Jesus on the Internet) was a highlight that I will always cherish. Thanks for the hug! Many prayers for you, Troy, and fam. Blessings

Johanna Yates October 30, 2008 • 08:51 AM

Sara, Troy and family, What an awesome evening my husband (Larry) and I spent at Bent Tree Church in Carrollton, Texas, listening to the AMJ group...Sandra, Brandon, Derek, Charlie...everyone...was great. We took a friend with us (her name is Sandra, also) and she too, had a wonderful evening. God is really working through you and your music. Right now I am listening to the new CD we bought that night, O Holy Night - I LOVE it...not your typical CHRISTmas CD...thank you for it. The only CD we need to add to make our collection complete is "Station Wagon". We see you every time you are in our "neck of the woods" and praise God for you and the music we hear. God Bless you and your family and I pray God's blessings (more of them) upon you. You said your daughter was not feeling well that night...I pray she is healed of whatever she had...God is good...Love you all, Johanna

Stephanie October 29, 2008 • 02:59 PM

Hello, Sara, I'm signing your guestbook again just to let you know that I heard your song on the movie "The Ultimate Gift" a few days ago, and I watched the music video, and it was awesome!! It was the first time I'd seen that movie, and it was so touching (I cried all through the end of it), and when I heard your song playing during the credits, I immediately recognized your voice, and was so excited to hear it!!! It made the movie all the more special to me. Thanks so much for what you do. God has given you such a gift, and you use it well. Keep it up, and I'll love and support you all the way through. Lotsa luv, Stephanie (age 13, 8th grade)

Kelly Jo Roth October 29, 2008 • 01:52 PM

hi Sara, I just listened to your song "I Saw what I Saw", for what felt like the first time. In reality I've listened to it hundreds of times and usually sing along. But today, 5 minutes ago, I actually heard what you were saying. It brought me to tears. We know as educated beings, what turmoil this world is going through, and yet so many of us just sit around and talk about it, instead of doing something. I want to see through the eyes of our Lord. To see pain and suffering and act in compassion and love. Thank you for the reminder. -kelly jo

Paul Honigsblum October 29, 2008 • 01:12 PM

I have loved your music since "Conversations". I wish you would perform on the East coast. I live on Cape Cod. I'm the organist at a Methodist Church and have accompanied vocalists singing some of your songs. (Do I owe you money?)I always look forward to your new recordings. God bless, Paul

Kara October 29, 2008 • 11:57 AM

We loved seeing you in Tampa! Please come back soon!

Ken October 29, 2008 • 09:46 AM

Hello Sara, I absolutley love the new Christmas album. I wanted to know if there is any way to get the sheet music for "Cradle in Bethlehem" I wanted to play the piano and my 14 year old daughter sing for our Christmas Eve service this year. If this is not the format for such a request, I apologize but I have "googled" it and don't see that its available yet. By the way, it was great meeting you in Medina, Oh when you were touring with Fernando Ortega. Our family was compelled to sponsor a child with Compassion that night. Thank you.

Amy Chapman October 29, 2008 • 09:04 AM

I am a huge Sara Groves fan! Your music has brought so much to my relationship with Jesus Christ. Thank you for being willing to pour yourself out for His glory. Personal question - a friend of mine recently read something that led him to believe you are Calvinist in your belief of the gospel. Just wondering if this is accurate? Thanks so much again. Peace of Christ, Amy

Wayne October 28, 2008 • 10:21 AM

Thank you!!! Your music has revived an old preacher and lit the fire in my bones so that it cannot be shut up any longer. Thank you. your servant by His grace, Wayne

Matthew October 28, 2008 • 07:13 AM

Hello, My name is mattew Hulett and I am the student body president of Zio Bible College. I am also a Teen Challenge Graduate and heard you play at the 50th Annaversary. We are looking to have some concerts at ZBC and would love to have you. I understand that you are going to Gordon Collage soon. We are not far from there so please keep us in mind. Thank you and God bless

Grace October 27, 2008 • 07:57 PM

Sara, God is changing my life.. and alot of it has been through your music and your example. Thank you for the incredible, incredible AMJ tour. I left in tears, yet uplifted. Know that you ARE 'adding to the beauty' and keep praising Jesus! Thank you so so so much.

kevin October 27, 2008 • 04:48 PM

Sara: thank you! and God Bless you

Larry Yates October 27, 2008 • 10:58 AM

Thank you for coming to Texas. Johanna and I had a wonderful evening at the Art, Music, and Justice concert last Saturday, October 25 at Bentwood Tree Bible Church in Carrollton, Texas. What a night to remember! The music and videos were beyond anything we have ever seen at a concert. We enjoyed all of the music especially yours. Thank you for taking time to greet your fans after the concert. Thank you for signing my CD. We are glad to hear your children are all well. Johanna was glad to hear that your youngest is doing great. Please thank Troy for taking time to chat with me after the concert. We all look forward to you and Troy returning to the Dallas area in the very near future. May God continue to bless you and your family. Larry

Tricia October 27, 2008 • 10:40 AM

Hi, I attended the last concert yesterday night at the Woodlands, and I just want to tell you that I was moved totally. I have known about IJM for about 2 years now because my friends are actually working with IJM in India, rescuing teenagers from the sex trade industry. ANyways, I just wanted to say that what you were talking about...the cloud of witnesses who preceded us, and they are cheering us on to continue Christ's good work in this dark and sinful world, truly hit a chord. What also struck me was that I am a Filipino_american. Was born in Chicago, and lived my entire life here in america. I kept thinking that it was totally by coincidence (or luck ?) that my mom was able to leave the philippines and find a "better" life here in USA. I heard you talk about the Philppines and the IJM work there. God used you to open my eyes to the reality that He wants me to get more active in IJM to help the country where my roots are. Thanks! God bless!

Cyndi D October 27, 2008 • 06:42 AM

Thank you so much for returning my focus to the needs surrounding me. I had been feeling very discouraged in my "bridging opportunities" and felt I couldn't reach anyone. Seven of my good friends joined me at your concert last night in Carrollton, TX. I am rejuvenated and ready to begin again! There is so much work to be done in this world. We must not grow weary. "And when the saints go marching in, I want to be one of them". Thank you, thank you, thank you for your message and your heart for God!

gerri turner October 26, 2008 • 08:47 PM

I just left the final night of your tour, AMJ! Thank you so very much for your heart for these two groups! Our daughter, Lauren serves as an intern with IJM in Cambodia. She is grateful to serve. I had just spent 30 mins. talking to her through skype (yea) before I arrived at your concert. What a super team you had with you, tell them all to not grow weary and carry on with the message. Sara, your song about 'the Word was/is, the Word will be' is in my top 10 to this day. Such truth! I pray God's gracious and generous hand of favor on each of you! We've been redeemed.......do hear His love songs sung over You, Gerri T.

Xergio Chacin October 26, 2008 • 06:02 AM

Last night event in the Dallas area was amazing. The community of the artists that exuded from the stage was a powerful back up for the message shared. It was very neat! I went with my wife and our 9 year old son. All of us were touched and challenged and we've been trying to respond to that challenge for a while. Thanks Sara for making this happen. The way the concert went was so intimate and powerful I just wished I could have grabbed a cup of coffee and talked to you guys for a while. Thanks for sharing your gifts and heart with us. I have a question and maybe your dad can forward it to you: I want to understand better your concept of beauty as it was used last night.

Sherry October 26, 2008 • 01:45 AM

Great concert in Carrollton TX tonight! Just as it ended, I got a call that my son was being rushed to the emergency room. I was hoping the artists would come out to say hello afterward, but I had to scoot. I wanted to tell Sara how God has used her music to bring me back to my center [like plumb on a level]... when my husband was drunk & violent & needed confronting, ROLL TO THE MIDDLE was our theme song... when I was removed from a job I loved, PAINTING PICTURES OF EGYPT and an enormous amount of prayer kept me from ending my life. Getting to see you from a few yards away, knowing how God is using you in my life and in others, brought me to tears the moment you arrived on the stage. Thank you and God's blessings to you, your family and your work.

Greg Johnson October 25, 2008 • 08:05 PM

Thanks for what you do. I thought the Art Music Justice concert at Christ Community was fantastic and everyone in it was great. I'm glad I took my friend up when he recommended your music to me. Thanks again.

Alex & Julie October 25, 2008 • 03:01 PM

Hi, Sara. It's Alex & Julie from the San Antonio concert. We just wanted to say again how much we enjoy your music and what a joy it was to hear you sing your songs live. Your music and your concerts have done so much good for so many people. If it wasn't for your Art*Music*Justice concert, we would not be sponsoring an 11 yr old girl from Rwanda, and I'm glad your family spoke about this opportunity for people to "add to the beauty." We hope to see you next time you're in San Antonio or Austin. May God continue to bless you and your family. Alex & Julie

Sheryl Potts October 24, 2008 • 07:47 PM

Saw your Art,Music,Justice concert last night in Monroe, La. WOW! I am not the same today! I've listened to your cds all day today and considered all that was said last night in song and words. I am 49 turning 50 in January. I don't think it was accidental that I went to this concert. I want to live the next 25-30 years or so differently. I have a passion for God's word, but I have not been passionate in being his hands and feet. I think that's about to change!! Thanks for the concert - ya'll were the voice of God to me! Keep it up.

Kelly Nordstrom October 24, 2008 • 03:45 PM

Sara, My mother and I just recently attended a seminar you held during Stonecroft's Impact Weekend of CHAZON in Kansas City, Missouri. We wanted to say thank you! Thank you for your passion and thank you for the ministry you are doing to reach those who are difficult to reach. We have both watched your Nomad DVD and can not wait to share it with others. Thank you for all you have done for our God! What a breath of fresh air you are. I appreciate you taking the time to chat for a few minutes. What an inspiration you are! God bless you and if our paths don't cross on this side of heaven, I will see you in eternity and I would love to chat again! Your sister-in-Christ, Kelly

Laura Crocker October 24, 2008 • 07:43 AM

I love the way you have redone some of the old hymns. My family and I are Baptist missionaries in Mongolia and 3 years ago our 7 week old son had to be med-evacuated to Paris, France, where he spent 3 weeks in the best infant hospital in France. Anyway while we were there we attended a Baptist church close to the hospital. They had a wonderful sharing/prayer service and people would just start singing their praises to God, it was so touching even though everything was in French, and we couldn't understand much, God was there, and He knows the heart. Anyway, one person sang "No never alone" it gave me "God Bumps" because with all we had been through with our sons illness we truly new that God had never left our side. So I would just like to ask if you would ever consider re-making that song. Thank You, May God richly Bless you in your service to Him laura Crocker

Lynn Oeser October 23, 2008 • 02:18 PM

Dear Sara, My name is Lynn and I came to your concert in Cornelius, NC on Oct 19, 2008 from Durham through rain, traffic and an accident. I was late. To soul raising song,I tried to quietly slip into into the last row of the dark church. But as love would have it, warm arms embraced me saying "you're Eileen's family" and I was escorted to the front row. My godson, Andy, now lives in Heaven. His father,Jim, is my baby brother. The choice that you have made to use your God given gift with that acknowledgement always before you has served to speak to, and begin the healing process for Eileen as she mourns the loss of that beautiful child. Your words of affirmation of Andy and the all of the faithful departed "cheering us on" so consoled and inspired my weary soul. Andy went to God, to perfect love, in perfect faith. He delivered his simple message dogevol melesurej Love God, Jerusalem. Thank you for delivering yours and for speaking for those whose voices are silenced. Thank you for saying yes to His call. By God's grace, thank you for opening eyes to "See what they see". Thank you for using your eyes to see Christ's pain in the pain of my beautiful sister in law Eileen and for the reverence and attention that you gave. May God Bless you until the end of time, Lynn Oeser

Brad October 22, 2008 • 10:01 AM

Hi Sara, Please come do a show in Southern California soon. I am a huge fan and love your music but have never had the privilege of seeing you live. Keep writing and inspiring us. In Him, Brad

Ketley October 22, 2008 • 09:09 AM

Sara, I had the blessing to see the AMJ concert last night in Nashville. I was truly touched in a way I can't explain. God is moving through you all in such a beautiful way. I had the chance to go to Rwanda when I was 16 and it moved me to go back to Africa(Kenya) after high school for a year and a half and learn from the people. God has placed africa deeply on my heart. I have been home for 3 years now and when I see anything that has to do with Africa my heart longs for something more. I know God has something still instore for me with this. I just don't know what. I pray to return one day. I pray that I can help in poverty and injustice. You and the group last night only reminded me of adding to the beauty. To keep being uncomfortable about the injustice in this world. To strive for a cause that is about people....God's people. Your songs touch me...they inspire me everytime I listen. I will not just listen I will try to act with God's help. He has something great in store for me...I reach out to keep seeing what he has. THANK you for reminding me!Your music has been a role model,a comfort in greif, and a joy in happiness. Thank you Sara. God bless you!

Robin Turner October 22, 2008 • 09:09 AM

I met you last night at the worship experience in Franklin. I had an awesome time with the Lord. Thank you for pouring out your passion for Jesus and His/our mission. Thank you for talking to me about the slavery issue that is plaguing so many beautiful young women who are the future. Please pray for Awaken and we seek to lead out in living like it matters. www.awakenmyheart.com I am the one who asked for the video of the young girls prayer requests. For His Smile and Dreams! Robin Turner

Mick Bates October 22, 2008 • 03:47 AM

I've listened to your music for a long time, and it has been good. Recently, 10 days ago, I was told by my doctor I had almost certain advanced prostate cancer. I was devastated as you may imagine. That day and over the weekend I spent researching my condition to understand what I was facing. Whilst I was researching, I played through the music on the computer. I came across "You cannot lose my Love". I guess I must have heard it before, but at that moment, it cut straight to my heart, I guess God wanted me to know, and I needed to know that. I played it over and over. I still can't hear it without crying. I have since discovered I probably do not have cancer, a miracle as far as I am concerned. Thank you for that song, it has been my therapy and a hope to cling to. It was a vehicle for God to re-assure me, that at that moment and always, no matter what, I am in His hands.

Robyn October 21, 2008 • 10:48 AM

Triathlon Prayer!Hi Sara, about 5 years ago I was saved. A great friend of mine introduced me to your music and we have been huge fans since then. We have had the pleasure to see you live many times. Mostly at Grace Fellowship in Baltimore, MD and at their Women's retreat this past Feb.08'. The Lord Jesus uses you a great and mighty way. My girl friend's and I just love your passion and love for the Lord. Your music and words have changed us. In May of 2009, I will be doing my first triathlon, my goal would be to run for a cause. I have heard you speak of the work you have done with IJM. I would be honored in some way to raise money for this great cause and swim/bike/run for this mission. I was praying about a mission to support and one day on a run the lord spoke to me and here I am. Thank you for your time and for blessing me so with your music!! In Him, Robyn

Kendall Snyder October 21, 2008 • 06:37 AM

Hi Sara! My husband and I attended your AMJ Tour in Charleston this weekend. The message sunk in and has stuck. We are the parents of two girls (about the same age as your little one) and we are forever changed by the impact of God working through your music and mission. Your music touches me deeply and speaks to the heart of a lot of what I have gone through in my life. Your song, When It Was Over, helped us through a rough time in our marriage and it seems that each one of your songs speaks the truth in love to us. We are so blessed by your ministry and will pray for health, safety, and peace for all of you! Keep going!!!

Laura Wise October 20, 2008 • 10:17 PM

Sara, I made sure I stayed up until midnight so I could go to iTunes and hear clips from your Christmas album. Oh my goodness...what can I say?! It is probably one of the most beautiful Christmas albums I've ever heard...it's bound to be a favorite of mine for all the years to come!! Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas is such a beautiful arrangement (that is, the little clip of it I heard). I thought Sarah McLachlan's was good, but I think yours rises above it. Once again, what can I say, but thank you for sharing your musical gifts with us! This album is different...that's what I look for in all albums, but especially Christmas. All the Christmas music today is so stereotype, but yours brings something so different, so new, so moving in the heart. Thank you!! I can't wait to go purchase mine tomorrow/today!! I'm sure it won't leave my CD player for a long time. Ha! May the Lord bless you abundantly! Laura

Robin Kiser October 20, 2008 • 06:41 PM

You came to Cornelius, NC & you blessed us!! There aren't words to describe how it felt to share the day with you and your beautiful family! My precious friend Eileen ws SO touched and thrilled to share with you! What an anointed day that was for ALL of us! Your voice touched right to our hearts and we are forever blessed by all that you are and all that you represent! Traveling mercies on you and yours as you carry your incredible message! I have darling photos of Ruby and the boys and much of the day that I will foward on to Heather. God bless you Sara, you are an incredible woman and we were honored to meet you. May God bless you with strength and wisdom as you march onward to shine His light!! We are praying for you and Troy and IJM!!! GOD"S GREATEST BLESSINGS TO YOU ALWAYS!

Lise October 20, 2008 • 04:12 PM

Hi Sara, The morning of your concert in Bluffton, the reading in My Utmost for His Highest mentioned that when Jesus said "Feed my sheep" he was essentially saying, "Identify yourself with My interests in other people" not "Identify Me with your interests in other people." I'm at a crossroads in my life and those words grabbed my heart. Then attending your concert later that day was confirmation of everything I feel the Lord has been saying to me -- care, reach out, try. Thank you for challenging me in such an eloquent way. On a personal note, when you showed pictures of girls who'd been rescued from slavery and spelled out their fears, I sat praying for them for a moment. I prayed for healing, for the lies they believe about themselves to stop, for God's love to break through. It was then that the Lord broke through to me and asked,"How can you pray for these girls to receive something you haven't yet accepted?" The thing is I haven't been abused or exploited. I've been saving myself for the husband I pray God brings me, but I've been plagued with a deep sense that I am worthless and unloveable. I realized that I needed to accept the Lord's declaration that I am His precious daughter, otherwise I can't possibly expect girls who've been so deeply wounded to have the hope of being released from shame. I am continuing to pray for these girls and I have new reason to fight the lies the enemy has sold me for way too long. Thank you for all you do-- Lise

Manning October 20, 2008 • 11:00 AM

"I saw what I saw" too. (Charleston) My last year was spent in the Limpopo province of South Africa, part of Mozambique and even a time in Zimbabwe. I left part of my heart (a very large part)in those countries. At frist my transition back was smooth. However, the past month has been overwhelming and at times very lonely. Not many around me have expereinced life in areas of intense poverty and hurt. All this to say. Thankyou for singing about it. You are right. We saw what we saw (held/ tasted/ heard)and there is not way to justly explain it. You sing about it- as an outlet and I paint it. I just know that holding one of those smiling (impoverished) children is an earthly way to hold God's heart in the palms of my hands. The same hands that have my name written upon them. So thanks Sara. -M

Samantha Boyce October 20, 2008 • 05:09 AM

Sara,I was one of the volunteers at your show in Tampa last week, and was blessed to be able to sit in for the entire concert. I know God wanted me there. God allowed you to break my heart for His glory and encourage me at the same time! God is calling me deeper into His service, and used the AMJ Tour to remind me again to press on. Thank-you for bringing Charlie Peacock as well. We found out more information about the Art House and hope to visit he and his wife when we make it to Tennessee some day. My sister sold your merch. that night, and Heather gaver her one of the cracked CD's you couldn't sell. Thank-you for that as well! I've been listening to it and enjoying the music and lyrics. I was also encouraged to hear that you had your entire family on tour with you and that you spent the afternoon teaching your kids their school lessons. Well, I'll wrap it up. I just didn't want to let my joy not be shared with the one who helped stir it up! Love and Prayers, Samantha

John October 18, 2008 • 12:16 PM

Hey, you may never read this, but everyone I know who I've told to listen to you says "She gets it". You have no idea the good you're doing but we're praying big time that you do NOT stop.

Brenda Walker October 18, 2008 • 08:19 AM

Thank you Sara for the blessing Thursday night in Tampa. I couldn't go talk to you because I didn't want to hold up the couple I rode with, and you may never read this, but I wanted to tell you that when our Pastor and his son died in the plane crash in North Carolina, our church played your song "When the Saints" during his Celebration of Life video. I so look forward to being with our Senior Pastor Forrest Pollock, our Worship Pastor, Simeon Nix, who also went to be with the Lord two months ago today, you and the other saints when we go to be with Jesus. Sara, the human trafficking and the sex slave trade has always been a burden on my heart. I am sponsoring a young girl from Rwanda in the hopes of keeping her safe, and I will be faithful to pray for her. Again, I don't know if you will read this, and I will probably write to Derek Webb, but I don't think his message is from God. He will be accountable before God for every word he says, because God has given him a platform. We have choices and decisions in this life to make, and God gives us a free will, but I believe Christians should take action and not allow the death culture in our country to win out. A vote for the individual or party that best lines up with God'w word, is a vote for righteousness and a vote for life. It is a seed planted. To not vote is to allow evil to run rampant. Christians can no longer be apathetic or look the other way. The unborn and the homosexual enslaved in a perverted and sinful lifestyle need love and a voice to speak out for them and that is our vote for those leaders running for office in our country. Please pray for God's heart for Derek and others who think voting is not in line with God's plan for us and for our country. May God's will be done on earth as it is in heaven and may we His saints do what He is calling us to do for our country and for those without a voice around the world. God Bless you Sara and your family. Thank you for your faithfulness and obedience.

Chad October 17, 2008 • 10:43 AM

I just wanted to say thank you for helping me out of some dark times..

Sarah October 17, 2008 • 09:52 AM

An "old" fan from NC and Converstations. Used Generations in my Emmaus talk several years ago. It fit perfectly in the talk, my life at the time. Keep going. Raleigh, NC

Joel Pridmore October 17, 2008 • 04:44 AM

Hey Sara you're an ispiration. your songs impact my faith, my marriage, my children and more. STILL WAITING TO SEE YOU IN THE UK SOMETIME!!!

Amy Lynch October 16, 2008 • 10:40 PM

Sara, The first time I heard a song of yours was on September 11, 2008 in the car right after picking up temporary orders from court which protected my 2 year old daughter from a child molester for a short 3 weeks. The song on the radio was "when the saints". Relieved I had the orders in the seat next to me, I broke into tears. My daughter's dad had brain surgery when she was three months old. He went to the dark side, so to speak, and his family turned on me and unnecessarily filed for emergency custody of my five month old. After three mediations, his father (alleged abuser) succeeded in getting my daughter unsupervised. After a year of odd behaviors after visits, she came home talking at 29 months. I am currently fighting a broken system. Your CD has given me hope to persevere. Thank you. Amy Lynch

Stacey October 16, 2008 • 06:33 PM

My best friend and I attended the AMJ concert in Evansville this past Sunday evening. It was such a blessing to be a part of that evening. I have felt the tug of God on my heart to not sit idly by in the face of human trafficking and modern day slavery. It terrifies me to think about all that God could have in mind, and yet, it is exciting to think that He can use even me! Thank you for making a difference, and for working to provide an evening of enlightenment and an opportunity for me to hear God speaking even more clearly. God bless you.

Brandi October 16, 2008 • 11:54 AM

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SONG You cannot lose my love. You have no idea and words cannot express how it ministered to me as onlt the Holy Spirit can!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! God delivered me because of that song

Daniel Phillp Cutler October 16, 2008 • 11:48 AM

-Sara The music you have been gifted with has helped me through some of the darkest moments of my life. In heaven you shall find out just how much, untill then, I was wondering, have you ever written a song with catholics at mind, as a tool to minister to them? If So please let me know, if not then if you do, please let me know. your brother in Christ dan

Jared Hill October 16, 2008 • 06:37 AM

Sara, My wife and 2 friends attended the AMJ concert in Evansville. The funny thing is, we ordered the tickets thinking we were going to a Derek Webb concert. We were surprised when we received the tickets informing us of the 5 performers. As I looked closer at the ticket, I saw IJM on it, and became excited because one of my best friends is currently on his way to India for a medical mission trip to assist IJM. His fiancee is currently a lawyer for them. They hold a special place in our heart. I am embarrassed to admit, I was unfamiliar with your art prior to the concert, but your song "I saw what I saw" has stuck with me constantly these last few days. 3 of us at the show had just returned from Sudan on a medical mission trip in September, and that song put into words the feelings I've had since returning but have been unable to express. Watching your video takes me right back to Sudan. Thank you for your faithfulness on this tour and the awareness you are bringing. Peace, Jared

Jeremy Lile October 16, 2008 • 05:26 AM

Sara, My wife and I recently attended one of the stops of the Art, Music, Justice tour in Canton, OH where you highlighted IJM and shared several testimonies. As you shared a testimony about one particular young lady who was rescued, I sensed from the Lord that I was supposed to contact you and ask if you were familiar with the ministry of Inner Healing Prayer, and specifically the Healing of Memories wherein a person invites Jesus to come in to a particularly difficult memory or past event and to ask Him where He was in that situation (this is a very simplistic description - there is much more involved). I have both seen and personally experienced significant healing from God through this specific type of prayer. As I heard the testimonies, I could not help but think how the young ladies IJM rescues would benefit from this type of healing that would allow them to walk further in to the redemptive healing and freedom and plans their Father has for them after their rescue. I sent an email to IJM, but thought maybe you would be interested in hearing more about this too as it relates to IJM and other areas of ministry in which you are involved. I would love to talk to someone more specifically about this type of ministry. If you are interested, please feel free to have someone contact me. I am a pastor at St. Luke's Anglican Church in Akron, OH where we have been blessed by God to have a long history of healing ministry. Thank you for your time and for prayerfully considering this type of ministry. May the Spirit guide you in discerning whether or not to pursue this further.

Kristin Baltes October 15, 2008 • 09:35 AM

Your Christmas album is just beautiful...yet again, thank you for blessing us with your lyrics and your music. You have blessed our family for years. And you crack me up. Seriously, "Toy Packaging" is the funniest song ever. Thank you so much for bringing us beauty, reality, enlightenment, and laughter. God bless you. And don't stop now....you're on a roll. But i'll read your books too...:)

Miss Hurst October 15, 2008 • 05:54 AM

Hey Groves family! I recently attended your concert on Sept 30 in Edina, MN. I was unable to give in a tangible way that night, but have been praying about how God could use me in response to the message I heard. I've been praying about the possibility of missions and had the idea that perhaps you could use a teacher on your upcoming missions trip to Africa....feel free to contact me if that strikes a key with what you're doing. My space is limited, so with that I'd like to say, "Thank you for challenging and inspiring me."

Beth October 14, 2008 • 05:43 PM

Sara, this isn't going to be news to you or anything but honestly, God has given you SUCH a gift. Your music & your beautiful BEAUTIFUL voice have really touched me so often, and have led me to many moments with the Lord. Almost all of your songs make me cry, pretty much every time I hear them, and I feel the Holy Spirit moving in each and every one of them. Really, I can't find an adequate way to explain how your music touches my life, but...thank you. And I thank God for you.

Tina October 14, 2008 • 02:30 PM

Hey Sara, It was great to hear you sing at the concert in Orange City. You are an amazing singer! The song "I Saw what I Saw" made me start crying it was so good. Well keep on writing more music and good luck in the days to come. Your fan, Tina

Ada Ihenachor October 14, 2008 • 07:44 AM

Hi, Sara You have walked with me and held my hand and given me comfort, hope and strength on days I couldn't do it. Those are not just songs, they are one child of God communicationg to another and loving another. I am a passionate Catholic and have felt close to you like I have to some of the (patron)saints who have walked with and encouraged me in my life. I will thank you properly when I see you hopefully in heaven. God bless and protect you and yours.

Heidi Dube October 13, 2008 • 06:01 PM

Sara, please, please, please come to CT!

Chrissy Hess October 13, 2008 • 05:33 AM

Hey, Groves Family! We just attended the art*music*justice tour at Messiah College as part of our family vacation and what a way to start it off! All week I felt like I saw everyone and everything differnetly, through the eyes of Christ. I let vacation be stressful sometimes, but the music and messages at the concert put things in perspective for me. I was able to experience proper gratitude. Thanks for doing this important work! Sara, we've been enjoying your music for years and it was so nice to finally meet you. My son, Jack, was really happy to talk to "Kirby's Mom"! Tell Kirby he has a ready-made fan if he ever strikes out on his own in the music business! Thanks again. Grace and Peace...

debra October 12, 2008 • 09:36 PM

hi sara, i just discovered your cd, "conversations" and was so moved by lyrics that I just had to find out more of who you are. you are so young to me yet with so much depth. Please keep writing music that is so real and so meaningful.

Bonnie Brown October 12, 2008 • 05:19 PM

Sara, It was so uplifting to be in attendance at your concert for Impact O8 in Kansas City last night. I've listened to your songs on our Christian station (KVMV-McAllen, TX) and was thrilled to hear you sing some of those in person. God ministered to all of us through your story and your sharing of your personal convictions. Thank you! Many Blessings! Bonnie

Martha Tumblin October 12, 2008 • 03:00 PM

In Fall 2006, My teen daughter, Sarah, and I (along with several other moms/teen daughters)attended your Charleston SC concert. Along with being deeply touched by your music and messages of God's love, my daughter witnessed a beautiful adult woman who was excited about her faith and could joyfully share her love of God with others. Thank you for modeling your joy & Christ's presence in your life for us and most especially for our daughters ... We look forward to seeing you again next Sunday night in Charleston SC. Your Faith inspire me....Martha

Teresa Sharp October 11, 2008 • 09:38 PM

Hi Sara and team, I just enjoyed seeing you at the Stonecroft Conference, Impact '08, I put the mobile photo of us on my facebook page. Funny timing, Heather just walked by (I was one of her helpers at the cd table) - I'm in the lobby using the free wifi, thanks for coming and blessing us with the concert and the encouragement to get involved with global justice, love Teresa

Jenn October 11, 2008 • 07:10 PM

I have been struggling with my Walk for several years. When listening to your music there is a jealousy that comes over me wishing that I could be as open and as close to God as you are. As hard as I work through my journey of pain and struggles, I find that its really hard to open up to anyone, even God. I love your music and play it daily. There is a deep longing to be where you are.... The peace you have... oh I long for that....

Heather October 10, 2008 • 11:59 AM

I saw the ART, MUSIC, JUSTICE concert last night in Nebraska. I cried, hard. I've been listening to every word of your music since I returned 2 months ago from Cambodia where I spent a year teaching English. At the end of the year, sad to leave my kids, I sang your song, "I Saw What I Saw" to them. Then, hearing you sing it last night, I cried some more. Your words are powerful, poetic, grace-filled. I wanted to thank you in person, but obviously couldn't. I hope some day you read this and realize how much your music has mattered to my journey and many other's.

Rick October 10, 2008 • 10:21 AM

Hey Sara, I just listened to Freedom from Tell Me What You Know. Your songs are filled with grace and the love of God. Thank you so much for watering my soul. I'm having trouble getting through many of your songs without welling up. That's gets interesting, sitting at my desk at work with my headphones on and my eyes all red. You're singing "Brother - do you know who you are" and I'm fighting back the tears. Also, thanks again for Mount Hermon. God Bless. Rick

Ryan Potter October 10, 2008 • 08:40 AM

Sara, I really don't know how to thank you for last night. You and Troy had a vision to do this, and I want to tell you thank you for following the Lord's call on it. Last night changed my life. My wife is in medical school and is going to be a physician's assistant. I tell you that because her overall goal is to do mission's work overseas. For the longest time, I had a difficult time wanting to pursue that dream with her. I didn't want to leave America. However, after last night, I want to go anywhere but America. I always knew I was called to Africa, and to do missions elsewhere, but never built up enough courage or I was fearful of leaving behind all I have here in the states. However, after last night, the Lord broke me, and freed me from the chains holding me down. Last night, it finally hit home for me. My wife and I sponsor a little girl in Eithopia, and have been for 4 years. However, giving money and exchanging letters isn't enough sometimes. I need to go see her. I need to do more, and see things as the Lord sees them and not how I see them in America. Thank you for allowing the Lord to use all of you to change so many lives on this tour. It was a privilege getting to meet you, Troy, Brandon and Derek. I was the young man with Chris who is a Kanakuk guy! If I could encourage you, keep doing what you're doing. I know I wasn't the only one affected last night in Elkhorn, NE. And if I was, it is still worth it. God used you all to change my life, and I know he will do the same in other cities. Stay faithful, persevere, and continue to stand firm in what you believe! You all were awesome! In Christ, Ryan Potter P.S. Brandon, find time with Joe White. He is one of the most amazing teachers I have ever had the chance to be around. You can learn so much from him in just minutes! Best of luck to all of you. I wish I could have bought all your records last night...maybe if I wasn't in youth ministry, I would of had that luxury:) Love you guys and God Bless.

Gina October 09, 2008 • 09:01 PM

Sara, I met you at the Hearts at Home conference 2 years ago. Your music has impacted my life deeply. I am so grateful to have met you. You have helped my family get through my brothers death with Going Home...we played it at his funeral, it was beautiful. You are a beautiful artist with a wonderful message. I share your music with everyone I know. Thank you for touching my life and so many others with your awesome gift of song.

Pat October 09, 2008 • 08:23 PM

I was thinking on Sara Groves soooo much tonight on the way home. I got all choked up thinking about how much your music and your message has impacted my life. AND THEN....what was in my email? I know where I will be doing my Christmas shopping this year. The CD will be a great stocking stuffer for family and friends. I pray for you and your family as often as my feeble brain allows me to remember to. But God knows you are always in my prayers. He has done a very good work in you. P.S. Everyone should read the "About Sara" page (link at the top of this page). At the bottom, continue to the "Additional thoughts..." link. There is a beauty here that goes beyond. You'll see what I mean. I could go on, blah blah blah, she's so great, blah blah blah (you get the idea).

Jennifer October 09, 2008 • 02:52 PM

I am so excited about your Christmas CD. I just ordered it and I can't wait to get it. I have loved the song "It's True" since I heard you sing it at the Ryman 2 years ago with Behold the Lamb. That was the first and only time I have heard it but just reading the lyrics now brings tears to my eyes. What an awesome, amazing true story it really is. Thank you for continuing to sing about it.

Deb October 09, 2008 • 12:58 PM

Hi. I wrote you in January letting you know how much I appreciated your concert (and vulnerability) in Crown Point (remember, the one where your bus had transmission trouble and you forgot your Christmas dress in all the flurry). I wrote that it was the first time I had felt love in a long while. After much soul searching and reflection, my marriage still stands. We have now moved (again) to SW Indiana and I am looking forward to bringing my husband with me to the concert at our new church (CFC) in Evansville. CAN'T WAIT

Shellie October 08, 2008 • 05:53 AM

Hi, I am a professional photographer in Canada. I was wondering if I could get permission to use our song "you cannot lose my love" on my website? The address is www.tntphotography.ca It would be perfect with my images. Thanks!

Jenny October 07, 2008 • 08:10 PM

I just want to say thank you. You came to Gordon College yesterday and I even got a chance to say thank you, but not all I wanted to. I was so emotionally overwhelmed and thankful for you and for impacting my life every time you opened your mouth that I couldn't fight back the tears. I'm sure you probably weren't sure why, but that's why. Because I my heart screams in agony to get out and comfort girls like Elizabeth. My story's not nearly as terrible, but I can understand just a fraction of their pain. So everything you shared both Sunday and Monday, was just so powerful and encouraging to me. So thank you. I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to get to know you. God is working so so powerfully in and through you, Sarah. I told my friends that if I could be discipled by anyone, it'd be you, without a shadow of a doubt :) God bless you, your family, and all you lay your hands on, Sarah. in His love, Jenny

Annie October 07, 2008 • 06:39 PM

Sara - please come to Michigan in concert more often! I've been waiting for a couple years to see you again. :)

Jodi Pfadt October 07, 2008 • 09:39 AM

Hello Sara. I just wanted to say thank you for your heart felt, Jesus inspired, lyrics and music. My sister and her husband are Missionaries in Africa. She just gave birth to a beautiful 9 month boy who was stillborn. At his funeral we played You've Always be Faithful to me. Since then, the song that she plays over and over is "It's Gonna Be Alright". Now I do too, and cry everytime. I know you're so busy, but if you'd have the time to send her a sentence or two through email, it would mean the world.

Hannah October 06, 2008 • 06:44 PM

Hi Sara- I met you the past two days when you came with AMJ to Gordon. The Lord really worked through everything you all were sharing and presenting- since going to India this past summer I have had so many questions, doubts, and fears regarding what it means to surrender my life to God and trust that in all my weakness I can be used for His Kingdom. I especially love when you talk about "adding to the beauty." One of my goals in life since India has been to look for beauty in the hardest and most lonely places. I feel like I am not alone, and I am ready- I am ready for whatever Christ has in store for my life. I don't want to be a spiritual consumer anymore- if I have Christ, what do I have to fear? What more do I need? Sara- thank you so much and may the Lord bless all you do. The AMJ concert changed my life, and has empowered me to push through everything that hinders me to be free in the Lord.

Kaity W. October 06, 2008 • 05:10 PM

I have heard rumors about a new Christmas album. Is that true? If so, will your other single "Child of Love" be on it? I just wanted to know that stuff- you know so I can begin my wish list for Christmas! I am interested in going to the concert in NC, but I have never heard of the other artists, I would want to only see you. How many songs do you do in a concert? Sorry, I just realized that this is full of questions. By the way, I would love it if you would post some pics of Ruby. And, I think you should start a blog. I know you have a myspace, but I don't have a myspace because it is not very safe for teens. Well, I'm sorry this has been very long! I love your music and I would really like to attend of concert of just you. Okay, I'm done!

Jessica Barnes October 06, 2008 • 09:44 AM

Sara, Thank you for all you do to inspire people around the world. I was at Messiah College Saturday night for the Art, Music, Justice Tour and left a different person. I was so moved by everything you have done, as well as IJM. I am a firm believer that with prayer and the power of good people we will stop the injustices of the world. I thank you for being an inspiration and role model to all people and especially fellow Christians. God Bless!!!

chance scoggins October 06, 2008 • 07:13 AM

hi, sara's dad! :) my name is chance scoggins, and i worked with sara on this latest record. i arranged the background vocals (that aren't her singing), and i sang some too. i'm writing here because i don't have an email address for sara, and i keep forgetting to ask brown for it. will you please let her know that i really appreciate the note she wrote to me, and I LOVE THIS CD!!!! i VERY VERY rarely listen to much of what i work on, but i have had this cd in my player EVER SINCE she sent it - a long while back. i am so proud of her for this record, and i truly hope she is proud of herself. these lyrics are RICH. these melodies are engaging. it's just a really rare record - one that i believe will stand the test of time. i'm grateful to have been a part, and i count among my best work. i wanted to thank her for that - what a blessing to be a part of what God is doing in and through sara. I'M SO PROUD OF YOU, SARA!!!! you created something truly amazing. chance

Laurie Smith October 05, 2008 • 02:36 PM

Hi Sara! I saw the concert on saturday night at messiah college and it was amazing! It truly changed my outlook on my involvement in kingdom work. I so appreciated all five artists' words and their obvious heart for the oppressed. I am an artist as well. I am graduating in March with a degree in interior design and during the concert I was thinking of how I could use my art to promote social justice. I decided to do my senior design thesis on how an interior can be a means of promoting social justice whether that is a space that makes people aware of what is going on in the world or one that can be used practically in kingdom work, I don't know yet. I look forward to my research on this topic. I am telling everyone I know to catch the tour in their area...hopefully you'll have to extend the tour! Thank you so much for participating in this and I will pray for the tour as it continues that it touches the hearts and lives of everyone who attends, Laurie Smith

Emma October 05, 2008 • 03:05 PM

Hi sara, I'm Emma. I'm 18 years old, and you have inspired me. I just saw you on the art music justice tour and it was amazing. I ended up adopting a child from rawanda named something I can't pronounce, but shortened he's called Eric. I am now in the process of signing up for the rawanda trip March 1st. I am so excited for it, and I hope it will change me like im sure it changed you.

Justin October 05, 2008 • 11:41 AM

Dear Sara, Thank you so much for your work and your commitment to following God's call in your life. While I'm a resident of MN I didn't know until recently that you were as well. My brother and sister both grew up on the streets of El Salvador up until two years ago when we adopted them. I heard your song "When The Saints" on the radio one day while driving - I had to pull over to stop my tears. I thank God for what talent He's given you and that you've developed that to serve Him. That song has been one of the most inspiring and powerful artistic forces in my personal walk with the Lord. Thank you.

Tara October 04, 2008 • 09:34 PM

Sara, I spoke with your father last year and told him what you and your songs have meant to me. I lived in Springfield for many years and heard your concerts several times. I just wanted to write and tell YOU....when in Springfield I had a very difficult time, with a car wreck that caused a head injury mental illness (bipolar). All my plans in life then changed, I was not able to do the things I thought I was meant to do....i thought my life and dreams were crushed. I Went in the hospital psychiatric unit several times I always took your CD's.....when I was so lost and upset, needing to talk to God, but too sick for the words to come out......your songs brought those words to God for me. I was able to speak to God and listen to Him, feel His comfort. I am doing much better now, I've since moved from MO. but I still am an avid listener and love hearing your music/stories/experiences. God is good, and He is faithfull.......I am now pregnant and living life once again.....I am finding that life wasn't crushed at all...God can make all things new and He has added beauty and experience to my life. Thank you Sara....

Mary B. October 04, 2008 • 09:12 AM

Sara, Just wanted you to know that because of you, I am so passionate about IJM. I first heard of it at one of your concerts.I just went to the Art/Music/Justice Tour in Edina, Mn. My sister and bro-in-law were in Ethiopia during the concert (they live in Idaho) and the song/video, I saw what I saw has touched both my sister and me. She had the words taped to the back of her journal when she went to meet the birth family in Ethiopia. I have always loved your music!! Thanks for all you guys do and your willingnes to stand for what you believe in and teaching others through your words, music and videos the importance of causes and injustices around the world. It's so true that once we know and experience something, we can never go back. I can't wait to see more to come from you guys.

Tom Sadowski October 04, 2008 • 03:37 AM

To Jenise Donneley from MI (my home state): In case you haven't already found out by now, the song is "Just Showed Up for My Own Life" from the Add to the Beauty album. (Would've contacted you directly, but you left no contact info.)

David Norfrey October 02, 2008 • 07:19 AM

Hi Sara, I have personally been blessed by the song "Jesus, You're Beautiful", and am interested in making an arrangement for children's choir with handbell (and possible guitar) accompaniment for use in our church. I thought it would be a lovely song for the children to sing to the Christ child as part of their Christmas pageant or Lessons and Carols service. I have had trouble locating the copyright owner for permission to use the song. Can you give me any information about that? The church has a CCLI license, but that particular song is not covered. Thanks for your help, and for sharing your gifts for the Kingdom of God.

Monica October 02, 2008 • 06:17 AM

Dear Sara - I am so looking forward to your upcoming Christmas CD! Your music truly "evokes all that is good, warm and friendly" - not only at Christmas, but in every season of our walk with Christ. Thank you very much for adding so much beauty to our lives and for stiring our hunger for all that is good, just and honest. Thank you for being so "real". Be blessed, Monica

Scott Wilson October 01, 2008 • 07:41 PM

Sara, Your music and faith are awesome. I have been listening to you for awhile, but just recently realized you went to Evangel in Springfield. I was at SMSU at the same time (grad 1995). You have always looked familiar and now I wonder if you went to the same church I attended. I was also in the praise band for campus crusade there so maybe saw you then. I am a doctor in nebraska now and we will be coming to see your concert in Elkorn, Neb. on October 9th. Keep up the awesome work for the Lord! I would love to get involved somehow in some of your missions.

Jennifer Niewald October 01, 2008 • 06:23 PM

I just attended the AMJ concert in Edina and am interested in assisting in Rwanda. Can you send me some information please? Thank You, Jennifer

Carolyn Omori October 01, 2008 • 05:34 PM

Sara, Absolutely love your song "When the saints"! It just rocks! I heard your radio interview w/Michael Easley from InContext recently and you spoke about IJM (I saw Gary Haugen at the Willowcreek Summit in Aug.--fabulous interview.) You also mentioned a woman business owner who helps ladies overseas find a trade and American ladies sell their products via in-home parties. If you can pass along a website, I would like to speak to this business woman regarding this matter. Thanks and keep working the the Kingdom! Blessings, Carolyn Omori (Indpls., IN)

Jenise Donnelly October 01, 2008 • 12:21 PM

Sara, One of your songs has definately been a huge step in my healing process after the death of my twin baby girls. Thank you! I would love to purchase it, but am having challenges locating its exact title...can anyone help? The message is "I just showed up for the rest of my life." I really want to have it to remind me how Good our God is and that he has given me so much to live the rest of my life for! Thanks so much! Jenise in Michigan

marybennewitz October 01, 2008 • 07:47 AM

Sara and AMJ tour, We were wowed last eve. at Christ Presbyterian! What REAL good stuff from all of your passionate hearts. My friends and myself were inspired to take what we know and our faith to another level! I can surely identify with what you said about in seeing the great suffering of others ,we see more and more clearly the love of Christ for our world. Be Blessed all of you and Thank- you!!!! In my prayers in the days ahead,may your momentum and fire build as you share your hearts with this crazy world!! Love, Mary B. p.s. So fun to see Kirby and Toby's sweet faces,can't wait to see Ruby out there next year!!!!!

mary mork October 01, 2008 • 03:57 AM

Dear Sara, My daughter and I attended your concert last night. It was excellent and encouraged me in my own quest to see the world through God's eyes. My husband and I have three (almost) grown daughters and are adding to our family through the miracle of adoption. We are planning to travel to Cebu, Philippines in just a few weeks to pick up our three children (whose ages are 15,11, and 6). Through a series of events (going back 25 years), we believe that God called us to adoption. It has everything to do with obedience and the journey has been slow. When you shared your stories about things that are happening in the Philippines, it certainly touched my heart. Thank you for using your gifts to make a difference in this world. You have encouraged me in my walk with the Lord. Thanks for being a part of this movement to really see the heart of God. Blessings to you and your family. PS My husband and I loved your music and ministry in Alaska this summer. I should have introduced myself then, but didn't want to bug you. :)

taylor Felton September 30, 2008 • 10:29 PM

sara, i was at your concert tonight in MN. i just want to let you know that your song "i saw what i saw" has such a huge impact on me. this past year missions has become so important to me. making three trips this year to juarez mexico, i cannot forget the things i have seen and i can relate so much to your thoughts in the song. thak you so much!

Glen Zigrang September 29, 2008 • 05:31 PM

Amy Lore September 29, 2008 • 10:49 AM

Dear Sara, Every song you write sounds like my heart. With every new season - marriage, motherhood, life - another of your songs or albums becomes my anthem. My husband is coming home from Iraq soon. He's been gone a very, very long time. While he's been away, I had our first son and bought our first house. Today, I heard your gentle voice singing 'less like fear...less like an ending' and I wept. You always know just what to say to tear away my "shiny veneer" and openly express my hidden feelings. I could go on and on. There are "so many words to say, but I'm opting for silence" now. God has used you again and again in my life.

Kim September 29, 2008 • 09:08 AM

I start this with a big sigh! I have wanted to tell you so many times how your lyrics have touched me in such a real and personal and sometimes gut wrenching way! You have been His voice to me to bring me back to the reality of this life. I can get so bogged down with the doing, and the frustrations of trying to do everything and look competent during it all. Ha - when will I learn? GOD is good all the time and I pray that He will continue to use you and bless many.

julia stratman September 29, 2008 • 07:33 AM

i just saw the art/music/justice tour in springfield,mo and it was great. troy mentioned you guys going to rwanda in march....he invited us to come along :-) was he serious? if so, what are the details? thanks, julia

Laura Wise September 28, 2008 • 07:45 PM

Sara, just wanted to say thank you! There isn't a song that doesn't speak to me. I praise Him for using you in my life...

Jen Osterink September 28, 2008 • 07:15 PM

Sara, How can I start. You have played a HUGE role in our calling to International Adoption. OK, I am aparantly going to cry through this whole thing! My husband won your latest CD on the radio (we've never won anything EVER) and honestly, I didn't know your music, although several friends of mine are BIG fans, I left it sitting alone. Weeks, or even months later, as we prayed and cried out to the Lord about wether or not to adopt, a song came on the radio. It might be hope. I wept. I heard the DJ say it was you singing. I went to find the CD, and there it was, sitting on the CD player. (How I never noticed it before is a miricle, I am an obsessive picker-upper). I put in the CD, listening, crying, feeling each song is drawing me to the children of Africa. Lord, is this you? I open the CD case. RWANDA. In the Lords hands.... He's got the whole world in his hands has been the song that we've been singing with our biological children about the orphans. There it was. Africa. His hands. Yes. Yes. Thank you Lord. I weep now. Thank you Sara. Fast forward. We have multiple confirmations to adopt. A sibling group. Ethiopia. Africa. Days go on, we sign on with an agency, we tell family and friends... we work, we wait, we hurt for them. Every day, EVERY DAY the Lord brings me your songs to comfort me. I'll be doubting, or overwhelmed with the lack of support by humans about our calling... but here you come. I turn on the car, and you sing, you confirm, you speak TRUTH. He has had you sing to me more times than I can say. It's almost comical how many times I've gotten in my car and your song is just starting. It's for me. And for the world, all at once. (Still crying) That is why I write to you. To tell you of your impact. I was SO SAD to see that your tour is not going to be in Michigan!!! Also, and hopefully not to seem greedy, a request. We do not have the money to fund the adoption. We plan to apply for grants. It will help alot. We are a simple family, we keep a low overhead, and my husband works hard to support me being home with our 2 children (4 children in the future!). To creatively support our efforts to adopt, we have started a website. wwww.Art-for-Africa.com. In itself, that is a miracle. I just got the internet for the 1st time, and have been speding wee hours of the morning setting teh site up. It isn't finished. We want to have it all the way up soon. I totally think you should do an adoption grant like Steve Chapman, I see your heart in it. Anyway, back to the request. Would you be willing to donate CD's to our efforts. Whatever # you would be willing, we would humbly accept. We want to start a page called "music" on the site. We have friends and family that have CD's out, but yours is so personal to us, and speaks to our "cause". I know we could just go out and buy them, but having you be a part of this would just bring it full circle. Even if we could buy them at a discount... anything. We will put you as a link on our sponsors page. I plan to put one of your songs somewhere on the site as it is. I really want people to hear and see your music. It's an honor just to think that you may read this. I'm just an ordinary girl, in an ordinary world, trying to live for things eternal. Sincerely, Jen Osterink 616-366-8236

Elineu September 27, 2008 • 06:59 PM

Hi Sara. I found your music in the Youtube " I sow what I sow ", this song is more then beautiful, it touch me. I put this song, my favorite video in ORKUT as well. ..."touched my very soul"...and changed me. But I would like to tell you about the lyrics as I found in the net is wrong. They are puting ..."and what I know of love"...and they aren't put the second part about God. My english is very poor, but I understood that ... "and where I know of love"... So aniway I love this song. I'm musician too. I can't watch this video without tears. I have a profile in the ORKUT and I would like to invite you to participate. My name is unique. See you soon. God bless your life, your family and ministry.

Jeff Caldwell September 27, 2008 • 07:54 AM

Sara, Our mutual friends, Dave and Lynda Pendleton, tell me great things about you. I hope we can work together somewhere down the road! Best, Jeff Caldwell

marybennewitz September 25, 2008 • 06:07 AM

Hello Sweet Sara, I am so thankful my friend passed your upcoming concert info. in MN to me! Just like you, I don't get much time to surf the web and I may have missed this opportunity otherwise. Listening to your music always brings my heart back home where God has created me to be. His amazing ways of how He connected us in such a meaningful and personal way just blow me away!!!!I will be praying for you on this tour and am so excited to experience it myself with other dear friends. Love to you, Troy, Kirby, Toby,and Sweet Ruby, Mary Bennewitz p.s. I love Brandon Heath's new song : Give Me Eyes!!!!! You guys are doing great kingdom work relevant to this generation through your tour!!!!

Tanya September 22, 2008 • 09:36 PM

so my grandma heard sarah's voice on the radio when i was about 6(ish?) years ago, and ordered the cd for me. i immediately fell in love with her music, and her lyrics helped me go through a lot of hardships with my parent and their divorces. i lost the cd because i accidentally left it in a cd player i was returning to costco (it broke), and was sad for a while because i used to listen to sarah's music everyday, but soon realized that her lyrics became engraved to my soul. the song "you cannot lose my love" soothed me when i felt like there was no way jesus could love me... and i know i'll sing that song one day to my kids. thank you so much!

Krissy Dietirch September 22, 2008 • 03:07 PM

you rock sara keep it up

Lisa Parrish September 21, 2008 • 07:20 PM

If any of you get a chance to see the Art*Music*Justice tour, DON'T MISS IT!!! I was privileged to see the opening night at Wheaton Bible Church, and I left there forever changed. I was challenged to be the hands and feet of God, right where I am, as well as to explore opportunities for other places. I am a nurse, and feel that my ministry is where I work. I try, in some small fashion, to bring light and encouragement to others. Thanks Sara, for the tour and the inspiration. Good to see you again! (and I can't believe you remembered me after all this time!)

Angela Greenberg September 21, 2008 • 04:59 PM

I loved the first opening concert of AMJ it was wonderful and powerful and got me thinking. Thank you all for coming and sharing!

Stephanie September 21, 2008 • 04:34 PM

Hey, I love your songs so much! I went to a week-long stay-away camp in August (2008; and a Christian camp, too), and one of my camp counselors brought your CD "Add to the Beauty," and we would listen to it during our hour of rest time each day, and while we cleaned our cabin, and one night we kept the CD on all night and it lulled us all to sleep. So by the end of the week all eight of us girls had all the songs practically memorized; and now I'm hooked!You're an awesome singer; thanks a lot! Luv you lots, Stephanie (8th grade)

celina September 21, 2008 • 08:43 AM

dear sarah is your new little one a girl or a boy ?

Julia September 20, 2008 • 07:36 PM

I thoroughly enjoyed the AMJ concert last night. I was so ENCOURAGED by how you all shared what God is doing, and repeated scriptures that give hope. Sometimes when it comes to issues of justice, it can be discouraging, and it was a good reminder for me that God truly is with the oppressed, has already won their battle, and will one day make all things right. How amazing (and also terrifying!) to serve a just God! Thanks and God bless all of you as you tour.

Jackie in New Zealand September 20, 2008 • 03:25 PM

Sara, I've loved the music God has given you to sing for three years now. I first heard it through the walls of my roommates bedroom and asked her, what on earth was that glorious sound attached to heart written notes that all point to Jesus? She shared with me your CD conversations and the rest is history. I work with Campus Crusade for Christ in New Zealand and for four years have had the privilege of sharing Christ with university students. Your songs have journeyed with me through many lonely moments of missing home and friends, spiritual attack, hardships and the disappointment that comes with seeing "intellectuals" reject the gospel and the joys of knowing and discovering Christ! I've often said if I could dream a crazy dream, I would dream to be a singer, to sing songs for my Lord and savior. I get to live that secret dream through you every day on the way to work. As I drive past the city to the University, preparing for the challenging day ahead, I find hope and courage in your words harmonic tunes. I cannot tell you how many times the songs you've sung have put tears in my eyes! Countless. Even now I think of "When the Saints" my recent favorite that is played over and over on my ipod each morning New Zealand time, at 8 O'clock. Thank you for making my journey with Christ so much more rich and colorful. I enjoy so much the gift and talents Jesus has given you. Love in Christ, Jackie

Kathy Palmquist September 19, 2008 • 11:38 PM

Sara, I have just gotten back from the Art, Music, Justice concert event in West Chicago, and I wanted to tell you again how moving it was, and how much I loved and appreciated everything that was said and sung up on that stage! My friend Angie and I met you after the show, and you were so gracious to us...thanks for that. I have such a burning desire in my heart to be able to do just what you are doing...to impact the world around me with song, with compassion, with the love of God! I have a son who wants to be a missionary, and he is away at school now, pursuing his dream to travel the world sharing the gospel! My dream is much the same, only I don't necessarily have to travel the world to do it! I've always told him that your mission field is wherever God has you at the moment! I feel so blessed that for tonight, your mission field was in my neighborhood, so I could come and take part in what you are doing. You are a true inspiration, and your beautiful songs fill my soul and answer some kind of rhythm in my own heart. I hope our paths cross again some day...there is so much I would ask you, about your life, how you manage to be so creative while raising your children (I home-school, and find it really hard to get enough quiet solitude!)and just about God's spirit...we are kindrid spirits, I feel! Thank you again, and God's blessing on your tour! Your Sister in Christ, Kathy

Angie Sinclair September 19, 2008 • 10:36 PM

Hi Sara, Just wanted to say what a pleasure it was meeting you tonight after your concert. You're the real deal! Your love for Jesus and passion for what He's passionate about - people, was so evident in your music and with what you shared from your heart! It's amazing how there is unity in the Spirit - "God is mighty to save" is a truth that's been resonating in my own heart in these last few months, as I look around and see so many people hurting in many different circumstances. I'm here saying "Here am I, Lord, send me - I really want to make a difference," but it is HE that is mighty to save! I'm just so privileged to be able to be used by Him in whatever capacity He sees fit. I will be praying that God will continue to use you and the rest of those touring with you, to share His very heart - that we will love people with the heart of Jesus! Let Him set people free through the love of those of us who have been set free!! May God bless you and your family with every spiritual blessing under heaven! Your Sister in Christ Jesus, Angie Sinclair

Aaron September 19, 2008 • 09:02 PM

My wife and I just got back from AMJ concert here at Wheaton Bible Church. We loved the concert, but what I most appreciated was the way your husband Troy spoke of your familiy's involvement with Food for the Hungry. After he shared about the three kids you support, I looked at my wife and before I could say it, she beat me to it. "I think we support one child for each of the boys, don't you?" At intermission we headed for the FftH table and started digging around the children's bios. We were able to find kids who were born in the same month and year for our oldest two boys. For our youngest we had to take the youngest in the pile. But regardless, we are looking forward to introducing our three boys to the two new boys and the new girl in our extended family tomorrow! We have already started thinkoing about a family trip to Rwanda once the boys are older to hopefully meet them. Regardless, thabks for your example and the work you did pulling the AMJ Tour together. I'm confident the town in Rwanda will have all its children sponsored by tour's end!

arnold metze September 17, 2008 • 12:11 PM

First off, Praise God for blessing Sara with a beautiful anointed voice. I heard a song a few years ago, and I meant to find it, but i waited to late. It was called city on a hill, or city of gold. of course the reference was to Jerusalem. I would like to get this music, if it is possible. God bless you.

Tiffany Lynette Anderson September 16, 2008 • 04:54 PM

Hey Sara's Dad.... I love you and Sara's mom for making such a beautiful woman of God. I am sitting here pondering on this past Sunday as I ended a 3 year relationship with the love of my life. It was God's will and after a long period of disobedience the time simply came to say Yes Lord Yes Yes. As I ponder upon Sunday the tears, the absolute anguish in both of our hearts, the hurt, the goodbye, Oh gosh I am about to cry and its ok. His strength is perfect when mine is below zero... I wrote all of this to say the song Generations is heavy upon me. The Chorus: Remind me of this with every decision Generations will reap what I sow I can pass on a curse or a blessing To those I will never know So with that said although my heart hurts sooooo bad and at times all I can see in my head is the sadness in his eyes I am strengthened in the fact that my daughter, my son and their children will come from a bloodline of one who was and is still willing to Yes Lord Yes Yes. Thank you for being such an example. I do not know all you have experienced to write such lyrics but just know it is appreciated. Lots of love to you.

melissa sogavo September 13, 2008 • 07:54 PM

I adore Sara Groves!!! I listen to you every single day....literally... My 16 month old little boy cheers when I pop in your Tell Me What you Know disc in the car...When the Saints............I turn it up as loud as I possibly can and cry out to God, telling him all about how I want to be one of them........Something on the road cut me to the soul....I recently spent 10 months living in primitive tribal Papua New Guinea....I cry every time I hear that song and dream of the day my family and I will return there, to bring the gospel of Jesus to an often hurting and misguided country. You do the work the best that you can, you put one foot in front of the other. I crank that song on the days when I'm not sure that I'm the best mom out there...I remember how real and vulnerable and authentic your soul is every time I see you in concert and in your music, and I remember that I'm not the only one! I'm not the only one...just doing the best I can with all I've got. Sara- I wish we were neighbors so we could have coffee and talk. I know everyone says that. But it's true! You've got to know that you are one of my biggest inspirations in life...You're truly my favorite female artist and every disc only inspires me more! I am dreaming about doing some paintings using some of your music- Kind of like painting my own visual image of the inspiration you offer through your music...I'll let you know when I complete one! Artists unite! Keep going girl- this is what you were made for!!!! God is so diggin what you're doing!!!! Lots of folks really genuinely love you! (I met you briefly at a concert in Illinois several months ago...maybe we'll get to meet again!) Lots of Love and Hugs! Melissa Sogavo

Slate Rogers September 12, 2008 • 07:23 PM

I am the web master for Columbia First Nazarene church in Columbia, MO. We recently had the Power Team at our church outside in a tent. One of our memebers put together a wonderful slideshow of the event and used your song "Tent in the Center of Town" from the Conversations cd. I would like permission to post your song as background music for this slideshow on our web page www.columbianazarene.org.

Erin September 12, 2008 • 06:49 AM

Sara, I am amazed at how your music has paralelled the progression of my relationship with Jesus. Within a few weeks of what I believe was the turning point of my life through accepting Christ, I listened to the song "Conversations" (this was the first time I had heard any of your music). At this very same time I was in a relationship with a man who did want to believe the things I was coming to know about God. I had met him months before this point in my life. I felt a trememdous struggle in that I was moving ahead, moving on, that I had found something miraculous and beautiful through Christ, but due to the path he had chosen for his life, we were unable to share it together. I eventually had to end the relationship because God was calling me further. That was only the beginning. Now, years later, after all my Bible study, after all my experiences, I feel I am still just touching the surface just how much Jesus loves me and just how amazing and mysterious God is. Your music, above any other Christian music I have heard translates every feeling, every worry, every story, every experience I have had since I became a believer. You are authentic, you are transparent and more times than I can count your music has softened my heart, redirected my thoughts and always, always, always leads me back to the foundation of God and His Word. Thank you for sharing, and for adding to the beauty. Erin, Lawrence, KS.

Julie D September 11, 2008 • 02:55 PM

My life has been similarly changed through trips to Ethiopia where God allowed me to see with clarity the joy of serving Him with abandon. God is accomplishing His purposes and I want to be part of that! Thank you for so eloquently expressing your heart and your journey. It has been a joyful heartbreak for me...your music is a gift! Blessings, Julie

Elizabeth Claypool September 11, 2008 • 12:31 PM

Sara, Thank you for being a woman of God and sharing that faith with others around you. thank you for making the songs that you do. recently a friend of mine bought your new cd and i cant stop listening to when the saints go marching in. It has encouraged me sooooo much in the last week or so and i know that it will never stop encouraging me. I work in a women and childrens ministry. i have been there for 5 years almost and i find myself becoming weary in well doing but that song just encourages me to keep going and dont give up cause in the end it will all be worth it when we see Jesus' face! so i encourage you with the same just keep pressing forward twards the HIGH CALLING that is in Christ Jesus! Be blessed cause your minisry is encouraging others in ministry to keep going! Forever in His Embrace, Elizabeth

Brenda Dietzenbach September 11, 2008 • 11:29 AM

Sara,You are truly a gift of God to the world! I finally took the time to check out your website and order your whole set of CD's. The one my son Harmony gave me is nearly worn out and I couldn't imagine a day without listening to your beautiful music. Thank you so much, Brenda

Inga Halverson-Johnson September 11, 2008 • 07:52 AM

You are an inspiration to all mothers.

Suzanne Huszagh September 10, 2008 • 07:17 PM

Hi Sara! I'm a high school student who has your CD's and Song Book (from you website.) I lead my church's liturgical dance troupe and now a new liturgical dance troupe within my high school's Orchesis Dance Club. I have choreographed dances to "Child of Love" & "Awakening." Your songs work so well...very inspirational. Other churches in our area have invited us to perform, but have asked if there was any way we could perform to/use "I Saw What I Saw." I have the sound recording, but I'm wondering if there is a way I can purchase the sheet music? Being so new, it isn't included in your song book. Our pianist would need this for practice, and this song works so well with that church's service project & sermon scheduled for the day of our performance (11/30). Love your style and your messages...

Katie C. September 10, 2008 • 11:32 AM

Hi there, As part of a masters degree in Christian studies and the arts that I recently completed at Regent College, I wrote a short story inspired by Sara's song, "Maybe There's a Loving God." I was wondering if there were any way I might share it with her. Thank you.

Naomi September 10, 2008 • 09:17 AM

hey sarah! i really love your new cd tell me what you know. My favorite songs are In the girl there's a room, this is a song for my sons, and when the saint

Hannah September 09, 2008 • 07:33 PM

I'm 15 years old and I am so thankful for your music. Everytime I start to listen, I hear something that is perfect for the situation I am in. It is rare for me to find music as honest and spirit-filled as yours. It calms me, energizes me, fills me with hope, and reminds me what really matters. Also, my dad is a justice advocate for IJM in Seattle, so I know how important the work you do with them is. You have set an amazing example for me through your songs. I think everyone can find something incredible, relatable, and thought-provoking in your lyrics. Thank you so much.

April Dawn September 09, 2008 • 06:36 PM

I'm not sure if you'll get a chance to read this or not but either way I feel a need to share with you how your music has ministered to me. See, this year I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease...it has attacked many of my major organs as will as motor skills/muscles...I have lost my job, many hobbies, freedoms, relationships, oppurtunties and my independence. I have cried out to God for comfort and he has answered with your music...I have spent countless hours on my computer listening to your songs "It Must Be Hope," "When the Saints," "Painting Picture of Egypt" and "He's Always Been Faithful" crying my eyes out, being comforted, touched and in a sense taken to a different sphere that helps me cope with the pain that I feel every day. I believe that God has anointed your music with a special healing quality...I listen to your music and feel like my heart is being bathed in a healing salve. Your songs remind me that God is faithful, to live and accept the present life that God has given, that hope is always here and that my troubles and light and momentary compared to our eternal rewards...thank you from my heart!

Aaron September 09, 2008 • 01:57 PM

Thank you for writing wonderful music that is biblically sound and artistically fantastic! Is the sheet music to "When the Saints" available for purchase anywhere?

Naomi Reed September 08, 2008 • 07:20 PM

Hi Sara, I've been wanting to write since your last concert in Lincoln,Ne. What a blessing it was to me and my husband, we are so touched by your music. My kids love you too, we didn't take them to the concert though, and now when we listen to your music, Claire, my 4 year old keeps asking when we will see you. I was at EU with you (grad.95) and have told my kids, so they ask me all kinds of questions about you- your birthday, your kids' names, where you live, etc... Well, we're going to Minneapolis tommorow and Claire knows that that is where you live, she thinks we are going to see you! I had her hair pretties out to pack and she came and told me- I have my hair pretties to show Sara Groves! What a hoot! Who would know you would be such a part of our lives! Thanks for your music, you are such an inspiration and a blessing to me. Many times when the toils of motherhood may get me down, your lyrics bring back the perspective I need! Always looking forward to your next concert-Naomi(Hinrichs)Reed

mary September 08, 2008 • 10:46 AM

Your music is incredible. My son had just returned from a summer of bible camp tired, burnt out, ready to never go back. I let him listen to your song: Love is still a worthy cause. He broke down in tears. that song now means so much to both of us. God's blessings from MAry and Karl

darren john dwyer September 06, 2008 • 12:36 PM

Thank you sara, I loved your music today when it was one of the first things that happened in my morning. Darren.

darren john dwyer September 06, 2008 • 12:36 PM

Thank you sara, I loved your music today when it was one of the first things that happened in my morning. Darren.

Taiwo Jaiyeoba September 05, 2008 • 08:33 PM

Your songs have blessed me for a long time...today as I drove to and from work, I must have listened like 20 times! I hope I did not damage the CD yet! Thanks for being a gift to the Body of Christ and the world at large. I would like to invite you to speak in our church in Sacramento, CA. God bless.

Mark Russo September 04, 2008 • 07:25 PM

Sara Hello my name is Mark I found your music on myspace... I told my wife your lyrics and voice fill my heart with the blessing of the Lord! I hope you can come to Arizona so the people can hear and fill the same way. Keep your voice and heart strong. Mark

Deanna Hunt September 04, 2008 • 10:29 AM

Sara, I just want you to know that you sing absolutely beautiful. I love to hear your voice and your songs. You lift my heart everytime I hear one of your songs. Keep up the great work you are doing. You are a true inspiration. Take care and GOD bless you and your band.

Lara Mattingly September 03, 2008 • 06:07 PM

Sara, I have been a fan of yours for a long time, and God has used your songs to minister to my heart in different ways over the years, but nothing has spoken to me like the song "What I thought I Wanted". My husband and I have been trying to have a baby this year and have run into some bumps along the way. This song reminded me of what I really knew in my heart but had forgotten-God is still God and has a plan even if it is not us conceiving. This song comes back to me everytime I see a pregnant woman or a tiny infant. Thank you. Thank you for speaking God's truth and for staying the course in your ministry. I love you. Lara Mattingly

Nelson September 03, 2008 • 05:31 PM

Hello, Sara. Greetings from Texas! Hope all is well. My wife and I saw you in Richardson, TX last December for the Behold the Lamb of God tour. That was the most magical experience we've had so far. It's a night we won't ever forget. Your genuine caring for others comes through -- one can see it, feel it from however far he/she is sitting. Thanks for all the time you spend working on making our nights with you magical. See you in October in Carrollton. Blessings to you and yours.

candy siklosi September 03, 2008 • 05:09 PM

I just want to say thank you sooo much for sharing your heart thru your songs. I went to Tanzania East Africa in 2006 and 2007 and my life will never be the same. Your song "I saw what I saw"put words to the cry of my heart. Your ministry to the people of Africa is so needed and Blessed!

Kitty Litteral September 03, 2008 • 04:08 PM

Hey, Sara! Today was the 1st day of high-school for me. Listening to your music really helped me be less nervous before I left for school and when I got back after. Thanks for helping by singing & writting such wonderful music. :)

Michael Himes September 03, 2008 • 07:49 AM

Sara and Troy, Thanks so much for sharing with us last week in Mount Hermon. It was a great time of rest and renewal. Our family just loves your music on so many levels. It's saying a lot when my four-year-old daughter and I can agree on a CD to listen to in the car! Her favorite song is "To The Moon" (although the irony is lost on her!) My current favorite is "When the Saints" . . . WOW! Thank you for writing an anthem of hope that I believe can rouse a sleeping church- Powerful! I'll do my part to spread the word. Hope to see you guys next year! Mike Himes www.michaelhimes.com

Jeanette Lam September 03, 2008 • 05:46 AM

Sara, I have been blessed and uplifted through your music for several years now and would LOVE to see you in concert sometime. But your concerts are never very close to where I live. Won't you PLEASE come to the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia?

Stacy Johannsen September 01, 2008 • 01:54 PM

Sara, I just wanted you to know I'll be praying for you as you begin your tour this month. I plan on coming to the concert in Springfield. See you on the 28th! Stacy

Susan Peyton September 01, 2008 • 08:42 AM

Your lyrics are so inspiring. I really like Stir my heart. I have a couple of your accompiant CD's. But I can not find many any more just occasionally at some small Christian store. I do not have a beautiful voice but God has given me a desire to sing. I love my times with God singing. You are so blessed with your gift to write songs to inspire all of us. Sir my heart is not in your songbook. Not that I have anyone that can play it for me. We use canned music at our church where I lead music currently. Do you have any plans to release sound traks to your songs? I have Generations and Remember Surrender. I bought one of your songbooks from Ebay before you offered yours on the web site. Dallas Holm has his website set up where you can order soundtraks on CD or download. I have not had the chance experience your music in a live concert. You will be 3 hours away Oct 17 but that is close to when we travel to Fort Drum NY when my step-son returns from Iraq. God bless you in your ministry. Susan - Clayton NC

Cedar September 01, 2008 • 02:58 AM

Hi Sara, you've made a lasting impression on my spiritual life. go,go..

Kitty Litteral August 30, 2008 • 07:45 PM

Hello, Sara! First of all I just wanted to say that you're awesome! I really like your songs: "This Kingdom's Comming", "Something Changed" and of course, "When the Saints". I can't wait for when you Cristmas album comes out! If there's a way to pre-order it I so will! I wish that there tour t-shirts avilable at your store because I really want one, but they don't exsist... YET!

Rick White August 30, 2008 • 06:22 PM

Hey Sara. I just spent an amazing four days with you and Paul Baloche and all the other great servants of God at Mount Hermon. I don't know if you remember, but we spoke on Thursday morning about being numb and having your music break through. I just want you to know that, after 26 years of ministry, I believe God is doing something new in me as a result of last week. Thank you so much for being willing to feel my pain with me. God bless you. Rick

Shirley Tait August 30, 2008 • 01:33 PM

Thank you Sara for the beautiful songs you sing, songs that spring our hearts and faith into action. May the Lord Christ Jesus bless you and your family.

Laura Wise August 29, 2008 • 03:43 PM

Sara, I'm so thrilled you're finally going to have a Christmas album!!! I've been dying for you to make one for forever...thank you!! Looking forward to it!! Thank you for sharing your gifts with us!! :)

carolyn griffioen August 28, 2008 • 02:55 PM

I have been inspired by your music and your testimony! Thankyou! May God use me and teach me more about life as well!! God bless you! ~ Carolyn

chris kinnaird August 28, 2008 • 07:58 AM

as i recover from addiction, i listen to stations such as K-LOVE and rejoice to singers such as you.we have internet access at work and this gives me the opportunity to say i love your music and am touched by your story on your homepage, thanks sara for your life and music, maybe write a song about recovery and how GOD loves addicts too!!! take care chris kinnaird

Gail August 28, 2008 • 07:35 AM

Love your voice and your lyrics.

Shirley Hobson August 27, 2008 • 01:43 PM

I wrote a review about your article. I don't know what I was thinking, but I asked you what "First Christmas Project" was. Please forgive me. I should have known it was music. I would like to hear it. Do you have it posted anywhere? May God bless you abundantly. Love,Hugs and Prayers A Friend in Christ Shirley

Taryn Groves August 27, 2008 • 08:36 AM

Sara, What an inspiration you have been to me. I am 19 years old and love music. I have been singing since I was 4. I sang in every talent show at school that I could, sang in an honors choir in High School and sang many times as the special music in my church. My parents gave me a guitar when I was 14 so I could write and sing to release all my bottled up anger and depression. I have fought depression for years and my parents and my church have always been there for me. Thank you so much for your efforts to reach people of all ages with the good news of Christ and your Godly girl image. Please give me any advice on how I can jumpstart my Christian Singing Career. In his love, Taryn

Anita Denson August 26, 2008 • 08:48 AM

Sara, my life has been so impacted by your writing that I couldn't possibly sum it up in a single signing. I think that's because God has anointed you for the work you do. Let me name a few blessings: My brother who had turned from faith was inspired to give God a chance through 'The Word'; a friend who was losing an aunt and best friend to cancer was encouraged by 'What Do I Know', and 'Awakening' has been handed around umpteen times by yours truly because it is like a counseling session. I have been challenged and encouraged and kept company in tough times by so many of your songs I don't know where to start to tell you what they have meant to me. I think I could write a book about how your songs have touched my life and the lives of those around me! God bless you. Please keep bringing your music to us as long as God would have you do it. Today I quoted a few lines of 'Every Minute' at my blog(www.mudandcoffee.blogspot.com). I gave credit and linked to your site. I hope that's okay. If not let me know and I'll take it down. Praying God's blessings over you today, Anita www.mudandcoffee.blogspot.com

Lucy August 26, 2008 • 08:13 AM

Ms. Groves Your song "When the Saints" brought my family and I to tears of hope while experiencing the world's persecution.

Jose Gabriel Quezada August 25, 2008 • 08:21 PM

I really enjoyed some of the more softer simple music ones like He's always been faithful. I like the music to the others I have heard but I wish they were more in piano than in rock. I instead like to enjoy the lyrics to those. I would love to see more new simple ones. God bless. I was wondering if you have read The Great Controversy. by EG White It is worth it. Its on the history of the Christian church for the last 2000 years. Its starts out with the Destruction of Jerusalem of which Jesus foretold would happen. it goes through the great reformers like Luther, Huss, Jerome, Wycliff, the Waldenses, the princes and more.

Allison Metcalf August 24, 2008 • 08:49 AM

Thank you so much for being a willing instrument for God through whom He ministers to us. And, thank you for writing stuff that falls right in my vocal range! :) Wish we could harmonize someday. If it's God's plan, it will happen. If not, then we'll harmonize together when we are in the next life while we worship Him in Glory! God bless you, and please keep doing this as long as God would have you do so. In His love, Allison

ellinor stanner August 24, 2008 • 04:50 AM

Dear Ms. Groves, now John the Baptist explains our world and existence from the spiritual perspective. Lovingly he prepares us for Jesus Christ, whom he foreruns again. At 'downloads' of the English version of www.elija.de you may read the Baptist’s word to mankind of today, as well as two books granting deep insight into his mission, for free. Malachi (4:5,6) foretold: "...I will send you Elijah the prophet before the great and awesome day of the LORD comes. And he will turn the hearts of fathers to their children and the hearts of children to their fathers, ...". Jesus Christ predicted (Mt 11:14): "and if you are willing to accept it, he is Elijah who is to come". The Evangelist (Rev 14:6,7) reported: “Then I saw another angel flying directly overhead, with an eternal gospel to proclaim to those who dwell on earth, to every nation and tribe and language and people. And he said with a loud voice, >Fear God and give him glory, because the hour of his judgment has come, and worship him who made heaven and earth, the sea and the springs of water.<” John the Baptist's present word is chronologically edited. Furthermore 43 topics can be looked up: figures of vertical lines refer to themes, as listed on page 17. Thus we can find answers to our questions. Sincerely, Ellinor Stanner

Jasmine August 23, 2008 • 10:30 AM

"Everyday Miracles" and "It Might be Hope" have really touched my heart. I thank God for you and your ministry.

Julie Kragness August 23, 2008 • 05:04 AM

Greetings Sara, I am a long time fan living north of you in Elk River. Your music has both inspired and encouraged me to seek a higher ground with our God. Thank you for listening to His word. I am writing because I can't get you off of my mind. I am a writer and recently had a phone conversation with a woman who was a client of mine while working chiropractic. I wrote a song post conversation and I hear you singing it. You probably get this request all the time. If you feel the nudge, please respond - I will send it to you. It's called Burdens and Blessings and it's about friends encouraging one another thru the Holy Spirit. There, I asked. :-) Blessings to you, In Christ, Julie K

Dave - in Cincinnati August 20, 2008 • 04:42 PM

Sara, My daughter first let me hear "Less Like Scars" several years ago, and I have been captured ever since. Your music spoke to her. I first wanted to know hear what was getting through to her, but was instead humbled myself by your insight, honesty and the gracious way you tell the truth that is always circling so near my heart. "Fly" played at her wedding rehearsal dinner last July. As the slides showed the who, your song explained the what, when and how we experience the feelings of love. I can't tell you how many people asks about you. Jes knew after the 2nd note of the intro what song was selected and turned to me - knowing I must have selected it. Now I find myself searching the web for a library of your music videos for use in my church. I can't find much sadly. I am specifically hoping "Kingdom Comes" exists out there somewhere. Thank you for your ministry. Your voice is the gentle hammer that has broken my heart over and over again. Your poetry is worthy of the Psalms - as I am convinced it is equally from God and you. I pray you protect your connection with God and the margins of life where His inspiration can be penned and shared. May God continue to bless and break you as he sees fit. I am thanking God for your obedient heart right now because he has touched me countless times through you. - Just one more in a long line, thanking God for you.

Cindy Yeager August 20, 2008 • 08:04 AM

Hi Sara, My church, Grace Baptist Church, over this past summer has sent 6 short-time mission groups overseas. We have gone to Paupa New Guinea, Africa, Turkey and Mexico. We would like to use your song "I Saw What I Saw" as a compilatation song for the trips. I can find the lyrics but no chord charts. Is there anyway we can get the chord charts to your wonderful song? We would love to use it in September. Thanks, Cindy Yeager, Music Secretary, GBC

Beth August 19, 2008 • 10:28 PM

Hey Sara (or who reads on her behalf...) I just wanted to say that your song "It Might Be Hope" definately came into my life at a time when I needed to hear it. I had been kinda depressed (and struggling with cutting) when one day I went for a walk outside and realized I felt hope. The next day a friend slid your lyrics under my door. I facilitate a self-harm support group on facebook, and I posted your song with a slideshow of lighthouse pictures. I hope that you don't mind, but I really wanted others to hear it. ~Beth

james Gross August 19, 2008 • 06:24 AM

Hello Sara's Father, I am a Licensed Therapist, and am using God in my own walk to share His healing to hurting children and families. I find your music full of healing, and if I'm not mistaken, from a place of your own great hurt, but with the message of restoration from only He who can restore. Thank you for your faithfulness. I hope to meet (your daughter), in Elkorn NE, in Octoboer. Blessings. Jim Gross

Kate August 18, 2008 • 07:39 PM

Keep on, girl... it is amazing to hear GOD speak through HIS people.

Debbie Voelpel August 18, 2008 • 02:30 PM

Sara, I was so touched by your latest album "Tell Me What You Know". I was reminded of just how much need is in the world and how blessed I am. I contacted an old friend a former missionary in Jinja, Uganda, East Africa. I asked her about ways I could help. She told me of a woman in Jinja that runs an orphanage out of her home, Alice has up to 15 children living there at any given time, most of whom sleep on the cement floor because she only has two beds. These children are not just orphans, many of them also have AIDS, she lost 4 children to AIDS in one week alone. I can't cure AIDS but I can send $100 so Alice can purchase a tripple decker bunk bed so more of the children will have beds to sleep on. There is so much more to this story but the main point I want to make is yes, there is so much need but there is something we can do. Thank you for sharing from your heart through your music, it is making a difference to Alice and her orphans in Jinja. Blessings, Debbie

Coreen August 18, 2008 • 07:17 AM

Hello from another Denver fan. I was at Trent's funeral and was blessed to hear your voice on the stage. Thank you for sharing your music and for the witness you are for our King.

Charl van Rooyen August 17, 2008 • 11:11 PM

Just wanted to to say that I discovered you recently through a Nomad video which I bought by divine appointment, and it has been like discovering a jewel out of nowhere. Love your music, your heart and honesty about your Christian walk! May the new season be a time of using all of your buffalo! God bless you and the family!

Sarah Campbell August 16, 2008 • 11:23 AM

I cannot tell you how the journey of faith in your music has sound-tracked my own life. Every album holds that song that has ministered to me like a tailor made dress. Your words have allowed God to show me how He is speaking in so many areas. I am attending the songwriters conf. in Santa Cruz this month & am so excited to hear you speak on your music & learn more about God's heart being displayed through yours & just how music is ministry. Yours is a very blessed and anointed one.

A Jason Maycock August 15, 2008 • 04:37 PM

Hi Sara, Mi fiance introduced me to your music and the lyrics have been select phrases between us ever since. May the Lord continue to bless you with inspiration and courage to share how life on this sinful planet can be when experienced with Jesus before He comes back in the clouds. Thanks, Jason

Tom Laratta August 14, 2008 • 09:11 PM

Hi Sara: In our Bible study Tuesday night we talked about how we must not covet, thus we must seek an attitude of contentment. We listened to your song "All I Need". I love music so much, and to hear the words that God has given to you, along with such a musical talent, just reaches the depths of my heart. Sara, I continue to pray that God continues to use you to minister to His people. Thank you for your love for Him, and for using your talents to touch the hearts of His people.

Kendra Cito August 14, 2008 • 06:57 PM

Sara, I was at Trenton's funeral. I am sorry for your lose, but celebrate his gain. I didn't get a chance to tell you what a beautiful job you did, and thank you so much for your ministry. I have your Conversations CD and love it. Kendra Cito

Flo Benton August 14, 2008 • 04:43 PM

Hello. I heard about you as a Christian singer while on the London-Paris Trafalgar Tour last June from a family that attends the church that you go to in Minnesota. I didn't get their names and regret that... I had prayed and asked ladies in my Bible study group in Sitka, Alaska to pray that I would meet Christians on this trip that I went on with my oldest daughter. It was very memorial and a time of refreshing. We had just finished the Trafalgar "Taste of Britain" tour and we found Christians from Singapore on that trip. After reading some of your story about Elizabeth and how God met her in a very real way, I got a small glimpse of that while on this trip. I could not fathom why God was blessing me/us so much. I am learning just how much He loves us all the time. Thanks for sharing your talent and gift. P.S. I wasn't sure I had your name right, but when I went to Barnes & Nobles and played some of the Christian music...I found your CD "Add To The Beauty", and felt that you were the lady my new friends on the tour were talking about. I think the mom was a speech therapist and they had two little girls. Anyway, thank you and God bless you and yours richly as you continue to serve Him!

Nancy Salas August 14, 2008 • 09:14 AM

Sara ~ Thank you for sharing at Trent's memorial service last night. I am an admirer of your music and own a couple of your CD's. Thank you for honoring my friends Cathy & Trent with your presence, testimony, and encouragement. Psalm 126:5

patty August 13, 2008 • 04:57 PM

Sara, I happened upon "I saw what I saw" My husband I returned from a trip to Liberia where we visited an orphanage we support. Your video and song touched us, we were forever changed. We hope to return with a working team in the future. I have sons as well. When you penned I saw my sons eyes in one of the boys I got chill pumps! I had the same experience. Bless you my dear. Tonight when I can't sleep I will think of you and lift your name to our Father. Be strong be faithful! You(we)are the hands and feet of our Lord! Blessings

audrey August 13, 2008 • 12:50 PM

Hi Sara: We LOVED your concert at Hope Presbyterian in Cordova! I am hoping you or someone on your staff can help me: While at the concert, I accidentally purchased the wrong CD that I meant to get! (I already have 2 copies of Add to the Beauty and can't believe I picked it up again!) Is there any way I can return this to you with a prepaid envelope and get your latest CD instead? I would be greatly appreciative. I've already given Add to the Beauty to some of my friends --which they also loved -- and don't need another copy. Thanks so much for your consideration! Keep up the great songwriting/music which is such a blessing. Audrey

Kim August 13, 2008 • 04:33 AM

Sara, I wanted to just say how thankful I am to your music. Right now I am listening to "It's gonna be alright." I recently found out that my husband is addmicted to pornography and self-gradification. I was totaly devestated, to say the least. I came accross your song and it was like God speaking to my soul. When all is said and done I will be alright and our marriage will be alright and I will be stronger for it. My friends don't know what's goning on with me right now, but as the song says, after some time has past, I hope to be able to tell my story and be stronger for it. God has blessed you with a true gift.

Greg August 12, 2008 • 01:56 PM

Sara, I guess my story is limited to "2000 characters", so I hope that doesn't keep me from telling you just exactly how enormously your song "Painting Pictures of Egypt" spoke to me. I have been a preacher for almost 20 years, since I was 19, and 3 years ago gave up a comfy church with a nice income, house, etc. To start a new congregation where there was too little known about Jesus. We weren't sure where the money was going to come from, but God provided. I worked with a guy I'd known since college - he was in my wedding and we were the best of friends. Somehow over 3 years of toil we began to go separate directions. I was not happy where I was, but hey, as the song says "I had found a way to live." Then, one day, he walked into my office and fired me. No real explanation or reason - no talking about it. It was just one of those times where Satan took hold of something wonderful and tried to kill it. Without any clue of what was going on or why and, most importantly to me at the time, no income - I felt completely abandoned by God. Those first few days were the darkest of my life. I felt like a failure - ashamed, abandoned, and hopeless. Two days after my firing I was to start preaching a revival meeting in Oklahoma that had been scheduled for months. A mentor of mine encouraged me to go - though I didn't feel like it. I grabbed a few CD's to listen to on my trip - hoping to have some time away with God. I hadn't listened to "Conversations" in a while - but remembered how much I'd enjoyed it before. The few minutes it took me to re-hear "Painting Pictures..." - it was God speaking to me. A future in front of me that was rooted in God's promises - yet extremely hard and unforseen.... A past that I really wasn't happy in but that held security. Just sitting in miles of sand. Today, just less than 6 months since then, I am in another ministry. The "promise" is clearer, but the financial aspect of trying to sell a home in a tough market and paying rent in a new place makes things hard. But thanks to your song, I feel like I know where I've been, where I'm going, and that - because of the long struggle - I will appreciate it and recognize it when I get there. Again, my words don't do justice as to how this song has spoken to me. But I had to try and tell you. Thank you. Keep up your ministry. It helps us!

Brian From Tulsa August 12, 2008 • 01:03 PM

Dear Sara, Your thoughtful and personal lyrics are really a blessing to me. I hope they are all the cry of your heart and the working of the Holy Spirit in your life, because they resonate of someone who has been and is being dealt with by the Lord. It is in dark and difficult times that we find out if we have learned anything at all from our time on the Mountain tops. Your lyrics bless my heart much the same way Keith Green's music does. I can relate to your music and find it very refreshing from what is so popular on radio most of the time. Blessings from the Father, Son, Spirit and me. Love in Christ, Brian

Cindy August 12, 2008 • 09:57 AM

Your music is so beautiful, powerful,and inspiring, and has blessed my life and walk with God so much. Keep writing and singing!

Avalon S. August 11, 2008 • 04:44 PM

Hi sara! Its me again! Just letting you know my moms name is lori.Thanks! Avalon S.

Bronwyn Booth August 11, 2008 • 06:37 AM

Dear Sara I wanted to say how thankful I am that you wrote the song "Roll to the Middle". My husband and I have had some terrible arguments and I have been so ashamed and guilty about the stuff that I have said to him and the stuff that he has said to me. Thankfully we have really grown and the arguments are nothing like they were and we love each other deeper now because of the tough times that we have been through. As Christians we aim for such high standards, which in one way is good, but when we can't admit that we have failed - well then we can hide stuff in our hearts instead of working it through and then become hard hearted or feel even more guity! So thanks Sara as I haven't heard another song quite like it. It has helped me grow be hearing it and pondering on the subject. To know and hear that others hve struggle like us, but still love each other deeply and strive to get better with the relationship - instead of just giving up. Thats what Jesus wants from us - some endurance and love. I really enjoy your music. Keep on writing! Regards Bronwyn

Avalon S. August 10, 2008 • 07:19 PM

Hi sara! My family and i are going to higher ground.I cant wait! Well any way it is my moms birthday The day you are playing.She loves You! We always listen to your music! She is an amazing Mom! She is my best friend and is always there for me! She shines god s glory ever where she goes!She is an amazing friend ,wife,Daughter, And of course an amazing mom! I asked her what she wanted for her birthday and she said to rock out with sara groves. I know it would mean so much if you sang her happy birthday. She is my everything! She is the heart of our home and i know she would love it if you sang to her.She deserves nothing but the best! i want to give her the best birthday ever! Thanks for listening!You Rock And continue to spread gods love! Avalon

Heather August 09, 2008 • 08:01 PM

Sara, I have been a fan ever since I saw you in concert in 2003. I have listened, sang, and cried along too. What an encouragement you have been to me! And all of these entries....wow, again, I am encouraged. There is that fire in my bones too. Thank you for putting that into words, because that is exactly the right way to say it. Recently, my life has been shaken, and 'tell me what you know' (the whole album)has been the most comforting to me! Please know that your songs, your words are a blessing. I'm looking forward to more! Love, Heather

Lane Math. August 08, 2008 • 07:30 PM

Sara, I would just like to thank you so much for your music!! I have been going through some rough times in my life right now with my parents not agreeing on things and are splitting apart. I talked to them both and both are very big Sara Groves fans and the song "When it was Over" is the song for them right now. It explains so much what is happening in their lives. Now everytime I listen to you music I find something new and so much more comfort!! Thank you and God Bless!!

Scott Schriber August 08, 2008 • 10:11 AM

Sara, I love your work and your interest in justice. I want to let you and those reading about a ministry of a church in my area to help kids in slavery in Cambodia. It's called AIM for Asia. You can check it out at www.aim4asia.org. Its like IJM. Keep serving the King Scott

phylla August 07, 2008 • 11:16 PM

for celeste: it's amazing to know that you also like "you cannot lose my love". i really like that song, too. at times when i think of my family and when i write to them, i kind of thought that it will be a perfect "family song". i tried to make a short movie that flashed different photos of our family, and that was also my background audio...i have plans of singing it in my younger sister's debut the next year. it's such a heart-warming song!!! for sara: keep writing songs that will really make marks in the hearts of people! they're really great. Praise God for that talent of yours!

Celeste Herbrandson from Life Church August 07, 2008 • 07:45 AM

Hi my sister Sara! I read the intro so I know you don't always have a chance to read these entries, but hopefully you will see this on just the right day! Thank you so much for seeking the Lord, growing, writing and singing! I just wanted to let you know that we have used your songs at many special events in our lives, the most recent being the dedication of our second daughter, and they have made the events so special and so memorable and they would not have been the same without you! T he best part is, the songs are not only special to us, but many commented after hearing "You Cannot Lose My Love" this last Sunday and someone who was new to our church specifically wrote our pastor and asked for the title,etc. So you are continually being used through the old and the new and we pray for you and your family that you all would continue in your growth and pursuit of the knowledge of God - for He is Greater than our Hearts and He knows all things. I would really like to be in touch with you or your manager about coming up to our church for a concert, but I will email him about that. Have a wonderful day in the Lord! Love, Joel,Celeste, Mira and little Sunny

phylla August 06, 2008 • 02:07 AM

indeed, the long list of messages in the guestbook is overwhelming and i understand why you can't read them all. but i just want to tell you that you're music has blessed me too, in the same way that you have blessed others. um, my question might be stupid but i would like to know if you are up for counseling... you are really gifted; you can write the right words and construct the right music. and in all these may God take the centerstage. God bless you as inspire more people through your music. may you enjoy your journey. (",)

trent August 05, 2008 • 07:29 PM

Sara, I can't tell you how many times the Lord has spoken through your music. These times usually occur when I am facing pivotal points of decision. In my most broken state, a lyric comes to mind or a song plays with the exact message I need to hear. It's the Lord working through coincidence ... and He has used your music to provide that needed moment of comfort and that promise of hope season after season. Praise the Lord for His faithfulness and attention to every detail of our life stories!

John H. August 05, 2008 • 07:44 PM

Sara: You are really a blessing to many. The honesty of your lyrics and the crystal clear tone of your voice is not matched in the music industry today. I had the pleasure of attending your concert in Edmond, OK recently and wished it could have lasted another hour. Of course, the fireworks were a part of the festivities, too. I must confess, however, I left the concert wanting more. I longed for your "hits" that have spoken to my heart through the years "The Word", "Generations" and many others. Don't forget that those that come to your concert want to hear the songs that they know so well and long to hear sung in person. If you're promoting a new album or the Lord is leading you in a particular way, continue to listen to his direction. At the same time, don't forget that so many of your more popular songs are what brought the fans to your concert in the first place. They became popular for a reason - they spoke not only to you but to so many others, too!God bless your long career ahead. Your lyrics touch my heart each time I hear them. Thanks for being true to Him.

Laura Ellis August 04, 2008 • 10:35 PM

Saram, Press on sister in His power and for His glory! I just came across your newest album and was so incredibly encouraged by the Lord through you. I told my husband, t hese songs were definitely written by a mother! I am a mom of four little ones and recently my heart has been stirred to a new vision for pareting that mirrors your own. "Deep calls out to deep"...I was encouraged to read your mother's heart - yes, we must prepare our children to do hard things for the Lord; to stand up for truth and justice in the power of His Spirit...every day we must commit anew to be continually pointing them to an eternal perspective, fighting against the materialistic pull of this world, showing them how they can use their blessings for His glory, introducing them to the JOY of being poured out as a drink offering for others and ultimnately Jesus, taking them into the depths of the Word and crying out for God to give them a HUNGER for His living water, interceding for them with an aching mother's heart, being prepared to relinquish them to the Lord's work whatever that may be even if it means sending them far away to bring the gospel to the nameless lost...oh, to have Jesus' heart and mind and eyes for our children! May we press on, mothering for a greater purose than we can ever even begin to understand. I look forward to meeting you in heaven "when the saints go marching in"...May each one of our precious little ones be marching strong, too! much love in Jesus, Laura

Shereen August 04, 2008 • 08:32 PM

Dear Sara (and Sara's Dad), I first heard your music several months ago...and was blown away. Listened to "When the Saints" with my mouth wide open. Who was this person with the courage to sing about brothels and slavery in a genre saturated with songs about dancing Cinderella's?? I was hooked, and found this site. Since then, I have purchased three albums, and my two boys (5 and 6) love to play them, and perhaps wonder why Mom sometimes cries quietly as she herself listens. God works in mysterious ways, and brought your music to me in a time when my heart was hardened in my marriage. My husband had moved out and I felt like I was being courageous in moving forward with a divorce. But then the songs began to soften me, and move me in a direction that I thought I could never again go in loving my husband. How can one's music do that? Divine intervention perhaps, and reading other's letters I realize I am not the only one who feels this way. Sara is like a friend who has time for coffee and really talk, like the sister who we all wish we had...Thank you for all that you have done (and I'm sure my husband would do the same.) YOUR courage inspires ME, and has changed me. May God bless you and your ministry, and the many grateful lives that you have touched.

Kristin August 04, 2008 • 02:28 PM

Sara- Your music is so uplifting and inspiring! I love the song "When the Saints." I just wanted to know I recently found your website and loved hearing that you are also passionately involved in the issue of global sex trafficking in our world, and nation. This fall, 2008 I am planning to run a program to raise awareness of this issue on my college campus, and I was curious to see if you had any resources or contacts that you thought might be of any help as I go through this process. I find that God keeps putting in front of me little encouragements as I struggle with the presence of trafficking and encourages me. Your story was one of those little "coincidental" inspirations I keep coming across. Thank you so much for you inspiration and beautiful music! You are following God's will and it is so encouraging to me.

Jasmine August 04, 2008 • 02:30 PM

Wow, I listened to some clips from "Tell me What You Know." They're really powerful. No words for it. I especially enjoyed...all of it.

Stephanie August 04, 2008 • 04:17 AM

Dear Sara, The Lord introduced you to me through my best friend Vicky (also my next door neighbor). I am in the miry clay; broken emotionally and mentally over a recent separation from my husband. Currently, I am always one breath away from crying, and when not crying I'm crying OUT to God for healing of my marriage, and healing for myself and my husband. Your songs have become anthems to feelings I can't begin to put words to. In an effort to keep myself from descending into the pit of depression, I covet your music as I walk to the gym to work out (which I've not done in YEARS), as I keep my house clean, as I raise my two little girls, and live in awe of my older son. Your music lifts me. Your stories inspire me to be a better Christian, woman, mother, and daughter. Your music is real, it's touchable, you are real and accessible to those of us who feel so desperately lost...constantly reaching, clutching, and grasping God, clinging to His wisdom, beauty, and grace. Thank You.....Please, keep writing...... HE LIFTS ME UP THROUGH YOU!!! GLORY TO GOD, SINCERELY AND SINCERE BLESSINGS TO YOU AND YOURS, STEPHANIE HOLT

Anna August 02, 2008 • 09:03 PM

I love Sara's music, and have enjoyed sharing it with others in my church community over the years. I am wondering if Sara will be publishing a songbook for Tell Me What You Know. I love the song When The Saints, and am hoping that I can sing this song and introduce my church to another of Sara's wonderful CDs!

Mary August 01, 2008 • 09:09 PM

Sara, I just want to thank you for your incredible music. A friend introduced me to it about 5 months ago and your music is all I listen to. My husband left me after 24 yrs. of marriage and when I listen to some of your songs, particularly "Less Like Scars" and "Painting Pictures of Egypt" I feel like they were written for me. Sometimes I am driving, listening to your cd's and crying my eyes out because your music touches me so! Keep on doing what you are doing. You have made my "nightmare of a life" easier to deal with. Thank you and may God continue to Bless You!

Gina August 01, 2008 • 10:50 AM

My daughter and I LOVE your music and have two of your song books and are wondering if you are going to have your later albums in individual songbooks. We already have most of the music from the super big songbook and can't afford $40 for music we already have. We're DYING for the music to some of your later albums. Just curious. Don't even know if anyone will read this and be able to answer. Thought I'd give it a shot. Your music is UNBELIEVABLE. We think you're terrific.

Jolene Boyd July 31, 2008 • 06:24 PM

Sara, I and a team from our Nazarene church just returned from Germany to help our own Phillip Zimmerman plant a new church in Mainz. Guess how he did it? With a "tent in the center of town." Your song is so unbelievably appropriate to our experience, it's simply uncanny. Now we need desparately to know what your own background to this song is. Please?! May the Lord continue to bless your ministry. Jolene Boyd

Jolene Boyd July 31, 2008 • 06:23 PM

Sorry, this second message has my email address. Jolene Boyd

John Cook July 30, 2008 • 09:31 AM

I am looking for the sheet music to "Testimony" and can't seem to find it anywhere!! My wife an I love your music and have most all of your CD's plus song books which we listen to and like to play and sing regularly. Please let me know where I can buy the music for this piece. Thanks very much! John and Susan Cook

Kathey Batey July 29, 2008 • 09:01 PM

Sara, Thank you for your gift of music. I would like to ask permission to print out the words for your song, Just Showing Up for My own Life for my workshop- Redesigning Your Life after Divorce. I'd like to use the song as the theme song. This workshop is for people who are ready to redesign a new life in Christ after the crisis of Divorce. It is a 3 hour workshop that this song would really help set the optimistic spiritual tone. Thank you for considering, Kathey Batey Spirited Presentations LLC www.spiritedpresentations.com

Laura Wise July 28, 2008 • 10:15 PM

Sara, thanks be to God for your glorious music and voice! It's a blessing...

Mary Scott July 28, 2008 • 05:18 PM

Whoever reads this I just want to say that Sara's music has touched my life immensely. I want to tell her to keep up the fight against poverty and injustice. That is one thing we can't do in heaven. Also keep up the fight with your music, you are fighting spiritual battles with it.

Michael Schweitzer July 28, 2008 • 07:09 PM

Sara (and Dad): You never know who you touch. Thank you for sharing the pain you endured in your life and then matching it with your creativity to produce your music. I too have had "dark nights of the soul". I heard "You are the Sun" on the radio and that inspired me to buy the CD. I then found your web cite and ordered the six CD set. Sara, there is something on every CD that touches my heart. I love the way you use nature to help make your point. Your music encouraged me and inspired me. I was on the verge of ending a 37 year marriage. Your music gave me hope and encouraged me to talk the situation over with a priest. We have gone a differen direction. THANK YOU!!! And thank God for getting me in touch with your music. I hope you come to Cincinnati some time soon! PEACE!!

Lynn Beach Smith July 28, 2008 • 12:38 PM

I met Sara in Louisiana one year after Katrina. I had been to her website and seen the added concert in Slydell, LA. Her follow-up to see how things were going one year after the storm. Two of my close friends and I came down on a Friday night during football season....there were only 40 or so people there, so we actually got to meet Sara. The last song she sang that night "He's Been Faithful" had gotten me through the previous 10 days. She literally said, "I believe the Lord wants me to sing this one last song", and she sang it and the three of us watched as God comforted me by sending the person who wrote the song to sing it to me.....God is faithful. We were in a financial crisis and the next day God gave me 4000.00 dollars. Sara, thank you for letting God use you and for this ministry to about ministry and not just singing or performing. I sing professionally....I have always put God first....the singing is only a way to praise Him.....thank you for showing us that with your life.....I love you after only one conversation, I know you after listening to your music these last few years. God bless you and your family. Lynn Beach Smith, University of Southern Mississipp Symphony Orchestra Secretary/usm.edu/symphony

Pilar Arsenec July 28, 2008 • 10:04 AM

Wow, I love your music, I love the way you write, I love the way you sing. I love that you are humble and simple. I love that you are a mother and are grounded. I love that you care about the sex trade in Cambodia and around the world. I love that you are connected to IJM. I love the fact that you can express truths through your music for the world to be touched and inspired. And I totally praise God for allowing someone like you to come to earth and share His love and His heart with all of us. You are truly annointed and gifted... I appreciate your genuineness and true love of God which is love in action. God bless you and keep going! Don't give up! Many blessings to you and your entire family.

Joey Daddario July 27, 2008 • 06:28 AM

Hi Sara, I just watched your youtube music video, "I Saw What I Saw". It was incredibly touching. You are a gifted artist. I love your style and voice. I can't wait to meet you and I hope to hear you sing live at Mt. Hermons conference next month. With love, Joey Daddario www.songman.com

Angie July 26, 2008 • 10:31 AM

Sara, Your CD, Add to the Beauty has ministered to me in amazing ways in the last year. A year ago, my husband told me he wanted to leave me and our children. So the divorce process began. However, God had another plan, reconciliation. And so in Nov. of 2007 my husband I began to reconcile(our divorce would have been finalized in December). God has reminded me through your music that "Love washes over a multitude of sins", that "It's going to be Alright", "That we can rewrite this tragedy", and that "Loving a person just the way they are, it's no small thing, it takes lots of grace". Thank you Sara for being a huge part of God rescuing our family from the enemy's plan. If you come to Cincinnati, or the surrounding areas, I will be there. "I thank my God upon every remembrance of you..."

Lisa July 26, 2008 • 12:56 AM

Hi Sara - just letting you know what an encouragement your song, Kingdom Comes, has been to me over the last year or so. I was singing it agin today, reminding myself of the seemingly insignificant things which God highly values. Encourages me greatly - thanks. God bless you sister. Love, Lisa Sydney, Australia

Cindy Gensel July 25, 2008 • 10:20 PM

Hi Sara, Heard your interview this morning by Michael Easley and loved it! You mentioned a woman in the states who connects to the women who are brought out of slavery and taught a marketable craft - and they are sold party-style. Is there a way I can get a contact - name, e-mail? I am very interested in knowing more about that. Thanks for all you are doing!

Rebekah DeLibro July 25, 2008 • 07:17 PM

Hi Sara, love this newest album. Thank you so much. I think I signed this a couple years ago when I bought my first CD-All right here. Now I have all but maybe one. I have been married for almost ten years and we have a daughter,6 and son 2. Our children love you music as well, we listen to Station Wagon over and over. I feel the same way you do about teaching our kids to realize that they are part of God's story and to engage this with all their heart. I feel though that my fears have kept me from letting the Lord "write me into" his story, so to speak. I am praying for courage and opportunities to accomplish this. Your music reaches in to me and pulls out so many emotions and helps me feel better about everything. My favorite songs are: Add to the beauty, It Might Be Hope, Small piece of you, Just Showed Up For My Own Life, In The Girl There's A Room, Why It Matters. Your voice is so healing and uplifting. I pray that you always find inspiration to write and sing. God has truly blessed you with a special gift. Thank you again. Rebekah

Pastor Daniel & Mary Medina July 25, 2008 • 05:43 PM

Please come to Phoenix, AZ, or any surrounding city near PHX:) We love your music, we have all your CD's accept for Station Wagon, not sure why this one got past us...You have an amazing voice and heart for God...We are a new church of about 60 people or so, if we could we would book you! I believe someday we will be able to, accept we'll need a place big enough, at least the size of the celebrity Theater. We saw you there the last time. Numbers 6:24-26 May the Lord Bless YOU, and keep you. The Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace. Love in Christ, Pastors Daniel & Mary

KGRV Radio July 25, 2008 • 11:49 AM

Good morning Sara, We are pleased to play your music. We are here in SW Oregon. We are an easy-listening/P&W station. Would you please send us your music or ftp site where we can download? Thank you for your ministry KGRV Christian Radio po box 1598 Winston, OR 97496

David Wertheim July 24, 2008 • 01:41 PM

I would like permission to reprint the lyrics to This Journey is My Own. I am in the process of writing a book and the lyrics are very relevant. Can you please provide any information I need such as: 1)Permission to reprint 2)Any specifics regarding attribution, copyright, etc. that you want included. The more specific you make it, the easier it will be to comply with. Thanks in advance, David Wertheim Cell: 916.390.6107 dwertheim@surewest.net

susan July 23, 2008 • 06:16 PM

Sara, you sound like woman who is used to juggling,multitasking,almost a superwoman,in many different ways...I wish I could say the same. I have trouble mono-tasking,especially when it comes to my spiritual buffalo,children,house,ect...I guess that's why we need to,as individuals call on the Lord,and ask Him who we are in Him. Every one is different...I'm so grateful for your,difference that brings songs that touch the heart.

Sarah July 22, 2008 • 06:31 AM

As my sister said, thank you for the picture at the Beth Moore conference Saturday! In my weepy crazy babbling, what I meant to say was: I went to a concert of yours years ago at Lake Geneva in Alexandria, and I was really struggling. Wondering if I'd ever be able to have kids. At the concert I felt God's embrace, and a message of "this is in my hands." Now, as a mother of 2 girls, it seems whatever I'm experiencing, there's a song of yours that will stick in my head and be comfort or joy to me. I can't tell you how much I appreciate the conflict and honesty you write from. So thank you!

Mary Lisa July 21, 2008 • 08:29 AM

Sara -- My sister and I had the honor of meeting you at the Beth Moore conference this weekend. I hope our incoherent babbling was a blessing to you -- that your music leaves us unable to speak -- and will not make you reconsider the need to travel with body guards!

Alisa July 19, 2008 • 08:36 AM

HELP!!!!! Please. I sang your song Generations for a special performance in my church, a few years ago. The accompaniment CD cannot be found. I need it, others need to hear it. Can you help me find one?

Damon Winters July 15, 2008 • 10:02 AM

I was just wondering where the song "It Might Be Hope" had gone, since it was not listed under your song choices for your new album. This is my favorite song on the album. Hopefully, it will make its way to the website soon, because it is truly inspiring. Thanks for holding out hope to the common in only a way that you can through your music.

Brian Kelley July 14, 2008 • 07:25 PM

Sara, Thank you for the awesome music you provide that draws me to Christ. Your voice, writing, presentation, and the outstanding musicians supporting you, are God-given talents that make a true difference in this world. You inspire all of us who hear your lovely voice. I prayed for you just now and thank you for the joy your praise songs and testimonials have given me. God Bless! Brian Kelley

Rowan Rogers July 13, 2008 • 09:41 AM

Hi Sara I felt compelled to write this! I am a Methodist minister in South Africa. I have only been able to lay my hands on 2 of your albums - but they move me deeply. In 20 years of ministry, only one other artist has moved me as much - the late Rich Mullins. I have a Michael Card DVD which I don't watch often - but I saw it the other day, and realised it was you! So I decided to write and say thank you for a profound contribution to my life - your poetry, authentcity, musicianship and theology, all are treasured. (My only regret is that I am unable to express adequately how deeply your music has resonated with me) May God continue to bless you richly. With warmest Christian greetings Rowan

marc miller July 13, 2008 • 07:19 AM

You are beautiful inside and out. Where can I find a re-play of the "Live From Studio B" concert. It was awe inspiring. Marc

Jessie from the land of 10,000 lakes July 12, 2008 • 08:19 PM

Oh my gosh, Sara Groves. You are a lifesaver. You may think I am being dramatic, but I'm not. I was in a rut for what I assumed would be the rest of my existence (which wasn't going to be very long), and all of a sudden I heard you on the radio singing 'traveling light'...and your voice and your message just got me. Since then I have bought your CD and although things still can be truly horrid, I now have the strength and courage(with God) to salvage some of the pieces that have fallen. I am so grateful. Words cannot even describe how thankful I am that you use your gift to put out such an important message to those who are in need. Your songs have helped me realize that nothing is too broken for God to fix and no one (including myself) was put here by mistake. Ms. Groves, you have truly helped change my life. Thank you so very much.

Lauren July 12, 2008 • 08:14 PM

Sara, I listen to your CDs every night as I go to sleep, and I cry every night because of how much your songs remind me of myself. Specifically "Painting Pictures of Egypt." I am getting ready to move a thousand miles away from home to go to Bible College, and I am so scared! I'm excited about getting to live on my own, but now I'm freaking out about it. It's going to be so hard to leave my family of 8 behind. I'm excited about the possibility of finding the right guy for me at college, but I'm also afraid to start a new adventure like that. Your song hit me hard. Like really really hard. I literally sobbed for a good hour. Thank you so much for keeping on even when it gets tough. I thank God for you and all you do as you strive to serve him. God Bless You Sara, I Love You and the work you do for God's Kingdom!!

chuck Hudiburgh July 11, 2008 • 11:08 PM

Although I am old enough to be your father, I am not often moved by people's testimony, but I happen to see your last night and I was exceedingly moved by God. You are a breath of fresh air. Your authenticity is real.... I will support, purchase your CD's and hope one day you will come to California for a concert.....May the good Lord continue to bless you and your family and I pary you continue to have much favor....

Charlotte July 11, 2008 • 09:32 PM

Wow. I just read Elizabeth's story, and I thought it was incredible. That is so inspirational. Praise God.

Bruce July 11, 2008 • 06:45 PM

I saw "Just Showed Up for My Life" this evening. Sara, you are a special person. I listened to some of your music. It appears to me you live what you write. You seem humble and sincere. I'm buying some of your music because I want to support someone like you, but more important, you have inspired me to look at my own life. I am 61, but I know God can use me, too. God bless you and your willingness to be used by God. I will pray for you.

Aron Hillo July 11, 2008 • 11:50 AM

Sara - My wife showed me the "I Saw What I Saw" music video on You Tube and it blew me away. We watched it with our 3 youngest girls and they were all effected too. The pictures in the video and the lyrics from the song keep repeating in my head. My wife and I have continue to be effected by this music video that we watched about 4 days ago. We are continually discussing what it means in our lives and feel God's pull to be more involved somehow in spreading His love. We have been listening to the song over and over(we have all of your CD's) and my wife now has the guitar chords thanks to the internet. I just wanted to let you know that this has had a profund effect on my entire family...and I am sure that we have yet to see how God unfolds His plan for us and the role this music video has played in that process. Thank you for being obedient to your call and for encouraging, inspiring and challenging the rest of us. I pray God's richest blessings for you and your family!

Jaimie July 10, 2008 • 06:15 PM

Sarah, I met you about 9 years ago when I was going through a tough time and I told you I wrote songs, and you told me to write for an audience of one even if nobody ever heard my songs. Well, I have been doing just that, and tonight while I had your new CD on, I wrote 4 songs within about 30 minutes just because I was so inspired by your music. Keep up the good work. I have 2 sons ages 1 and 3 and wish you and I could have a good cup of coffee sometimes and just chat about life. For now, your CD's keep me going on my rough days :)

Donna Horvath July 10, 2008 • 12:18 PM

Sara, It's really been fun to watch you from a distance. I love that you are out ministering with your gorgeous voice. I have some great memories of crazy fun at EC years ago...I still have some nutty AB pictures around! You should look me up on Facebook if you get the chance-several old ABers are reconnecting, and we'd love to see you there, too! Much Love, Donna Horvath

Nancy Holmes July 09, 2008 • 04:26 PM

Hello from the Philippines! I'm a missionary and just love your music...your songs/words speak what my heart feels but my head can't put into words. Maraming Salamat...thank you very much! You are a blessing to me and many...I love that you are real in your songs. I pray that God encourages you as you encourage so many! In His Joy, Nancy

Gina Cellino July 09, 2008 • 02:21 PM

Hi Sara, I heard your song " Small piece of you" today..as the mother of 4 it brought tears to my eyes..I also am a children's photographer and was wondering if you sell royalty free licensing for any of your songs?..in particular this one. Your music is beautiful. Thanks Gina Cellino www.ginacellinophotography.com

Kristie Smith July 09, 2008 • 09:11 AM

Dear Sara, Wow I saw you at the MOPS convention last year right after you had your little girl- you are so REAL. I just wanted to let you know that our MOPS group in Arlington Texas is using your song Generations as inspiration and have attached it to our slideshow of our kids and moms. Our mission to share Jesus with more moms strives because we know the generations of people that moms effect everyday. Thank you so much. You may never see this email - but could you sing Generations at the MOPS convention this year in Dallas- I'll be there along with my steering team that tries to remember this theme every day!!!!

Jasmine July 09, 2008 • 07:54 AM

I'm still enjoying your Add to the Beauty album. I sing to it and get in the Spirit. You'll never know how much your music has changed my life.

elaine olsen July 08, 2008 • 03:27 PM

Sara: I am new to your music and have recently purchased your CD "Tell Me What You Know." The song "I Saw What I Saw" fit aptly with the series I'm writing on my blog entitled "Living Our Consecrated Deserts." I've included your YouTube version at the close of today's post. Come for a visit if you can at www.peaceforthejourney.blogspot.com.

Tom Sadowski July 06, 2008 • 11:44 PM

Hi Sara. I've signed your guestbook twice before, in Jan. and then in Feb., after seeing you in concert in Dallas w/ my family (minus our two sons). Hope it's okay to sign once more. Back in Feb. I had just bought all of your CDs, but hadn't yet heard any of them except for Conversations (still my most favorite CD since Keith Green died 26 yrs ago, altho' they're all very, very good). I hadn't looked at your guest book in quite a while (just too busy), but just now (past 1 a.m.) read back through the past two weeks' or so worth of entries, and was greatly blessed by doing so, especially now that I’m familiar w/ most all of your songs that each signer referred to (“Maybe There’s a Loving God,” etc., etc.). I echo pretty much all of them, espec. the one brother (Steve, 6/30) who prayed that you would stay pure and not get corrupted by the “industry,” yes, even the Christian music industry. My four daughters and my wife and I met you and talked for 10 min’s or so after your concert here back in Feb. Earlier tonight, completely on their own, the youngest three (17, 13, and 9 … our 20-yr-old is out of town) put on a "Sara Groves Talent Show" for my wife and me, each singing a song from "Add to the Beauty" with the CD playing in the background. It was quite precious to me, needless to say (altho’ they omitted my most favorite on it: It’s Going to Be Alright). I, too, love most everything you have done, beginning with Past the Wishing. That, to me, is an incredibly profound song (as are others on that CD), as it took me about 33 years as a born-again Christian, including two separate, lengthy, horrific "dark night of the soul" experiences (first stanza of “Stir My Heart”) to get "past the wishing" in the Christian life that you speak of. I continue to buy your CDs, as I’m able, both from your web site and from local stores, to give away to friends and family to introduce them to your God-honoring, edifying music. Like Sherry yesterday, looking fwd to seeing you again, God willing, in Dallas on 10/25.

Sherry in Texas July 06, 2008 • 03:14 PM

I'm a middle school teacher, and my bosses decided this year that I *belong* in elementary school, forcing me to make a career change that I still question. I feel like the jilted party in an unwanted divorce, even though I've found a great job in another district where I will be respected and appreciated. The song "Painting Pictures of Egypt" was the salve on my soul that got me throught the darkest days I faced, including suicidal thoughts, this spring. It has NOT been a fun journey, but God has grown me. Thank you for that song as well as "Cave of Adullum" and my all-time fave "Tent in the Center of Town"! On a different note, I attend a very small church without many volunteers to sing solos and want to sing the incredible music I've come to love from Sara Groves. For reasons beyond my control, accompaniment tracks make things simpler in our church. DO YOU HAVE ANY? I see your music for sale on your website, and I've purchased the songbook. However, without an accompanist it's not much good to me [until I learn the guitar or piano.] Suggestions welcome!! Can't wait to see you here in the Metroplex on Oct 25th... will drive to San Antone if the concert is cancelled!

ellen f hoffman July 05, 2008 • 11:28 AM

i have been listening to "THE WORD" over and over and over again. there is one word in a part i can not be sure what it is, seek ye first what ---- is[?] first. it comes after the second verse, and the bridge, this song says everything i believe in a nutshell. in my testimonies before singing at church, i have said many times, everything you need to know about life and living is in THE WORD. i believe each person needs to choose a guide for living. told my husband last evening, we are a product of our parenting given to us by our human parents. often times, the guidance of human parents is not healthy or safe. parenting in our day and time has become skewed and we (myself included) have created a generation of " gimme, gimme, gimme kids". no wonder there are so many single parents. it has become fashionable to have children out of wedlock. it is accepted by society. HOLLYWOOD has set the standard. our children, born here in the USA, have been misguided and led astray from the one TRUTH by their own families. drugs, alcoholism, sexual and emotional and physical abuse. it is amazing to me in this country how churches are everywhere and people are refusing the living water that will quench the thirst of a dying land. i am 55 years old. i am a registered nurse and have been working as such for 34 years. during my years working in a faith based institution, i was surprised to hear that one of the inspectors for the JOINT COMMISSION FOR ACCREDITATION OF HOSPITALS cited our hospital for not seeing documentation regarding spiritual education and direction to patients. i became a nurse because i believed GOD called me to that field. and there have been times i was bold enough to ask a patient if i could pray for them before i left the room. they seemed to be so grateful. on one occasion when i worked in the emergency room, a black man was told he had a mass and that it could be cancer. he was so filled with the HOLY SPIRIT he actually got out of stretcher and danced around the room. NOW THAT IS FAITH!!!! I personally deal with my own demons and weakness everyday. but the words in the song THE WORD, lifted me higher when sara sang...when we are weak, we are very strong! i love that! more later, prayers are going up for you, sara.. KOKO (keep on keeping on) i love your words. they fill me beyond what i can describe. my 29 year old son,who also is a Christian musician, has all of your CD's says you are brilliant!!!!! ellen f hoffman, Shreveport, LA

Tom July 04, 2008 • 07:08 PM

Hi Sara, I discovered your song,"Painting Pictures of Egypt" while surfing on Youtube. The song touched me deeply as my wife has been struggling with some of her back to Egypt moments concerning a teaching job change. I later showed her the video and as I guessed, moved her deeply as well. The song carries much significance when God's people contemplate leaps of faith. Thank you for your God given gift of music and lyrics that let people know that God is with them in the struggle of life. May the Lord bless your upcoming tour to promote the International Justice Mission.

roxanne sullivan July 04, 2008 • 12:09 AM

when i heard "i saw what i saw" and "when the saints" my heart stood still. these messages conveyed the very passion of my heart. sometimes i just bleed inside because i just don't know what i can do....i know i must pray, but there's so much left undone.....i sometimes get "jealous" because you have an outlet for your passion and i feel "stuck" not being able to sing or go to the oppressed....i do know, though, that God is in control and will use me in His perfect time. thanks for expressing your soul in these songs....

Burt Wizeman July 03, 2008 • 09:58 PM

Are you touring with the Behold The Lamb Of God concerts this Christmas?

Catherine July 03, 2008 • 01:06 PM

Dearest Sara, Your lyrics, to me, reflect the exact heart of God. Your thoughts and words have rebuilt me after numerous hardships and trials and I cannot tell you how many times I have given your cd to others who I knew were struggling. I have one friend who says I saved her by "introducing (her) to Sara." You will never know the comfort your music brings to the hurting, but I think you will be heavily rewarded for it in Heaven. Thank you for all you sacrifice and the work you do to bring such solace to the weary and brokenhearted. I have never known my heart to be so moved by something other than scripture. May God bless, bless your heart and your family.

Andrea July 03, 2008 • 10:53 AM

I just had to write and let you know how inspiring your song, When The Saints is. I just heard it for the first time on my local Christian radio station and I cried. I am trying to figure out how to put in on myspace as a profile song because of it's incredible personal message. Thank you for your beautiful song and God Bless you for your willingness to be a vessel of the Lord. Andrea

Stephanie Harding July 03, 2008 • 08:06 AM

Hi, Sara, I saw you in concert in Tyler, Texas on July 1 for the blood:water drive. You were humble and amazing! Thank you so much for your willingness to open up your soul to us through your songs. I am (like you) a mother of three, a wife, a writer, a therapist, and fellow traveler. Your style of writing is beautiful and authentic. I appreciate the earnestness with which you seek to worship Jesus and minister to others. Thank you. Keep singing and writing from your heart and with the vision God gives you. God bless, Stephanie Harding

Jill Hayward July 02, 2008 • 11:58 AM

Dear Sara, Thank you for writing the song, "I saw what I saw". Our family has been tremendously impacted by orphans in Kenya and has a small non-profit called Oasis for Orphans working with a community of Maasai in Western Kenya. We took our 5 young kids this last April and your song was in my heart the whole time. I felt overwhelmed by the need, but even more overwhelmed by the hope that these beautiful children have. You are a kindred spirit and I am so grateful for your music and for the light of Christ that shines through it. Thank you. Thank you. With Hope and Joy, Jill Hayward

Tori Bailey July 02, 2008 • 11:25 AM

In the past few years, i have been struggling with some changes. I suffer from depression, and im enrolled in couselling. I am trying to recover from a large confession. When I weas six, i was sexually abused, and i had kept it inside for so long, not telling anyone. and now that people know, I am kind of shying away from everyone. And I feel so small. Your words in your songs are so deep and my walk with God has not been steady, but I have let my troubles in his hands. And I am closer than ever to Him. Your song: maybe there is a loving God is the first and favorite, of mine. I currently take singing and piano lessons, and i ordered your songbook. but my music teacher, Lyndsay Taylor has played many many songs for me, and all of them pertain to me. I love your songs. Thank you so much. You're such an inspiration.

Lynne July 01, 2008 • 02:55 PM

In 2001 the Lord called me to a faith walk (walk on water kind of experience) that has been frightening and exhilerating. It has been the kind of walk that if the Lord doesn't 'show up' I will lose my house, car, etc. During some of my most difficult times a friend gave me Sara's "Conversations" CD. The Lord used 'Hello Lord' and 'Painting Pictures of Egypt' to encourage me to walk one more day and not to give up. Sara's songs are so annointed and I praise God for her. I am writing a book for others who are called to 'step out to a faith walk of this magnitude.' The book will be kind of a road map for them so that they don't have to learn everything the hard way and so they don't feel so alone. I would like to include a CD of all the songs, scriptures that were used by the Lord to encourage me ... it might help them stay the course. Could someone please email me and let me know what would need to happen for us to be able to use some of Sara's songs on this encouragement CD that will come with the book. Thank you and may the Lord continue to bless others through your ministry.

Kelsey July 01, 2008 • 02:46 PM

A couple months ago someone I'm close to and I had a good sized fight, and the next day it didn't show signs of getting better. In the midst of it all I instantly thought of your song "What I Thought I Wanted." I played it over and over that night...when I wasn't crying. Happily all is well now, but I just wanted to say thanks so much. Your song brought a sense of peace to my heart.

keijo June 30, 2008 • 11:34 PM

And the grace has touch me again with joy and hope that this day will go an with peace and care of God and experience of life from Jesus and his wisdom and person too, so let us go an with heavenly passions and win the sinners heart to him,pray for the peoples salvation,thanks and bless and hope,keijo sweden

Victoria June 30, 2008 • 10:34 PM

Sara, My mom and I attended to your concert at Willow Creek Community Church in Barrington, Illinois several years ago. Following the concert we immeadiately picked up all of your cd's and have been loyal listeners ever since. I just want to let you know that your words have inspired me and have also helped me to get through some of the hardest years of my life. Right now, I feel he is really testing me and your songs help me to remember that I need to follow his path because I know that he has a plan for my life. Your words remind me that God is always faithful. I hope you know what a blessing your songs have been in my life. All I can say is thank you. God Bless. Victoria

Janice McDowell June 30, 2008 • 12:06 PM

Sara, I recently attended your concert in Baltimore at Calvary Church. My daughter introduced me to your music sometime back and invited me to attend the concert with her. I must say that I WAS BLESSED. That night was like a spiritual shot in the arm for me. What I appreciate most, besides your abvious talent, is that you are just SO REAL. Thank you for sharing your amazing gift. In His Amazing Love, Janice Altoona, PA PS I truly believe that you need to find a Christian, Children's Illustrator and turn the lyrics of the song you wrote for your boys into a children's book. It would go straight to the best sellers list. I can just invision it! My main reason is that children probably don't listen to your music. Your message is just so precious and needs to be shared with our little ones. Thus, a book would be the answer. Perhaps many have already made this suggestion to you. But Please, Just Do It!!!

Steve McCalip June 30, 2008 • 11:19 AM

How refreshing yet rare these days to find an artist like yourself. Your music is simple, honest, profound, and penetrating. When I listen to songs like "Roll to the Middle" and "I saw what I saw", I find myself wishing that I could share this music with everyone. I did do that with my friends who were going through struggles. I know that Roll to the Middle brought tears to them as it did to me. Sarah, don't get corrupted by the greed and worldly music of the Christian music industry. It gets most people and I pray it doesn't get you. Please continue to make godly music. I saved some of your YouTube videos on my site at kingjamesman.com

Marilyn June 30, 2008 • 09:17 AM

I absolutely love your song, "The first song that I sing", #11 on "All Right Here" CD. I bought it at least 3 years ago, after hearing it on the radio. I bought the CD just for that song!!, but i do like the other songs too. However, i play that song ALOT!! and i have written the lyrics out and sent them to friends to encourage them. It's such a especially wonderful song!! Thank You, Marilyn (I currently live in North Little Rock, AR, and I am from California)

santos June 29, 2008 • 10:57 PM

I love your song "Painting Pictures Of Egypt". I first heard it while incarcerated in a California state prison in 2004. Since then your song has spoken to my heart in a powerful way and reminds me of a place I never want to be again. Thanks and God Bless You!!!

Jack June 29, 2008 • 01:42 AM

I have been very blessed to hear you in concert several times @ MPPC in Menlo Park, CA. Your music constantly solidifies God's strength in my soul. I want to let you know that I just finished a one-week Medical Mission in Montemorelos Mexico. It was truly an experience of a lifetime. The school of Medicine (Ophthalmology) is truly a hospital of God. I, not a surgeon, assisted my friend & 3 other American ophthalmologist surgeons in performing eye surgery on approximately 275 impoverished Mexicans ranging in ages to 108. This was accomplished in 5 days. Each morning all Docs, Residents & staff gather to start the day with a devotional in their small hospital chapel. I was honored to give the devotional on one day. My message, "Heaven on Earth," was concluded with the Bible as connecting us with His service. I finished the message by playing your song "The Word." They loved your song & several came forward to ask how they could get a copy. The medical program is very International. I believe of the approximate 16 Residents they are represented by 9 or 10 countries. They truly are doing God's work on Earth . . . as are YOU & your husband. God Bless you & THANK YOU! Jack Fuller

Alys June 28, 2008 • 08:14 AM

Hi Sara, The last two years have been hard ones for me. I really feel God is breaking me. This is not something that is easily explainable, but I know that he wants me to be part of his perfect, pure bride, and I know that I don't look like that - yet. At the end of last year I went on a trip to Indonesia. Days before I left, my non Christian boyfriend and I broke up. This was long overdue, plus I knew not so deep down that I was not honouring Jesus in the relationship. The trip was difficult for me, I was heart broken I guess. But I experienced God's faithfulness like never before. I felt so loved, and I realised that guilt is not from Him. He woos us with his love! In a tiny cd shop on the island of Batam, which is just across from Singapore, i found your album 'All Right Here'. I had no way of playing it until I got home, so I just read the words. As I read the lyrics to 'Less Like Scars' I cried because I understood that he wants me to look like him. Every struggle - heartbreak, depression, failures and grief; if I will trust him, love and obey him, he will transform me into someone beautiful. Thankyou for being faithful; keep thanking the One who is faithfulness personified. 'God is not in such a hurry as we are, and it is not his way to give more light on the future than we need for action in the present, or to guide us more than one step at a time. When in doubt, do nothing, but continue to wait on God. When action is needed, light will come.' (J.I Packer) Alys, Western Australia

Sam June 28, 2008 • 02:38 AM

Praise God, Thank's be to God for how He is using you in a Mighty way.Yesterday i heard "your are the sun" on the radio,i was about to cry because it touched me in a way i can't explain.Please send me the words of the song.I come from Kenya and you are mostly welcomed. God Bless you VERY VERY VERY much.

Dean Miles June 27, 2008 • 04:38 PM

Pastor Colbaugh, I heard that you read these everyday. I attended Evangel in 1988-1992 and was in the Concert Choir. We LOVE hearing Sara on the radio. Our kids think it is SO cool that we (Melanie my wife also attended Evangel) knew Sara. You must be so proud. I wanted to say a quick thanks for your serving as the campus pastor. You and your messages continue to make an impact on the Miles family. Tell Sara we said hello. Dean

Amy Leuser June 27, 2008 • 04:14 AM

Sara, your music inspires me! I am so glad you choose to honor God with the gifts He has given you! I know it may sound odd, but I had never heard Christian music before 2006. I grew up a Jehovah's Witness where all things Christian were not allowed. I thank God for a coworker that not only claimed to be a Christian, but lived it. After 40 years of abuse, I became a Christian. Your "Just Showed Up" song summed up my entire life and became my anthem. I now strive to "live my life inspired" and to honor my Savior! So far I have 8 cd's and love them all. Thank you so much for all that you do!

laura June 26, 2008 • 05:07 PM

i just wanted to say that i think "when the saints" is the most inspiring song i have ever heard, every time i listen to it i weep....i think you capture the compassion of Jesus perfectly in this song-yet it is also a cry to be a warrior...thankyou for drawing all who will listen closer to the One who is infinitely greater than we can dream or imagine.....

merrilee mcgull June 26, 2008 • 01:08 PM

I was pulling into my driveway when your song came on. I don't even know the title of the song but you sang about hope. The words were so touching and so moving it felt as though an angel was singing them to me. My husband leaves for Iraq in 22 days for the third time and it is indescribable the feeling I get as I watch with my 2 children as he turns from us and walks on that plane. Two months before he left for his 2nd tour and before he knew he was going to be called up he felt the holy spirit's guidance to buy 30 Bibles. So he did and he put them in the back of his car waiting for the opportunity to find out what he was going to do with them. Soon he was called to Iraq so he came home and announced that he knew where he was suppose to take those Bible's he bought 2 months before. He packed them in his duffle bag and said he had a new mission field 8,000 miles away God was calling him to. That mission field was tough on him and he witnessed death like never before but he grew so strong in the Lord. We have both learned that God teaches us the most when we are suffering. Through our most humbling and trying times do we learn true submission to God because He is our only hope. Thank you for your lyrics of hope. In God I put all my trust and hope.

emma June 26, 2008 • 12:51 PM

I've listend to Sara for 10 years and I'm 10 so all my life so thanks Sara for all the songs!!

abigail hickinbotham June 25, 2008 • 07:48 PM

i love the song "Maybe there a loving God" its so ... its awesome!!. i can relate to it all, staring up at the stars in the sky. i love stars, space. i want so badly to be a Astronaut. And since i have ADD i go to counselors a lot. i love your songs!!! thanks!

Kelly Roth June 25, 2008 • 09:27 AM

Hi Sara, I saw you at the pool yesterday (AVFAC), I was the cashier that gave you your food. As I was sitting there I was trying to think of what to say, to acknowledge to you that I knew you. But then when I realized what I really wanted to say, I thought it might be slightly awkward to say at a pool. Through your faith in Jesus, and your questions and thoughts in your music, Jesus has changed me. I want you to know, once again, that my heart is being ever-changed by the words and testimonies of your heart, and I am FOREVER grateful. Hopefully the next time you come to the pool I will be able to put my thoughts to words, and actually say something to you face to face. Praise God for your beautiful and broken heart. Love, Kelly Roth ps. Angel Roth says hello :)

Mike Fenton June 24, 2008 • 04:39 PM

Hey Sara, The coolest thing on my iPod: "Love is a Losing Game" by Amy Winehouse, followed by your song "Love is Still a Worthy Cause". You win. (PS I grew up in Burnsville, went to Prince of Peace).

Sean Edwards June 24, 2008 • 06:49 AM

Sara, Seeing you live is always inspiring, and I felt the presence of God at Christ Community Church this past Sunday. When you talked about the 3x5 notecards, I went through the little index card box in my mind, and there is a card I pull out. The reason why I am telling you is it's a card from your father. I attended a class he taught at Evangel and something he said has alwasy stuck with me "Make sure you always have a Paul and a Barnabas in your life." Thank you for your heard and your ministry, -=Sean Edwards=- Omaha, NE

Jesse Delo June 24, 2008 • 06:55 AM

I'm trying to gain permission to use Sara's lyrics in a soon-to-be published book by BMH Books, a Christian non-profit publisher. We want to use a few lines from The Word (Conversations Album) but have been unable to locate the current copyright holder. Can you point me in the right direction, please? Thank you! Jesse Deloe, Senior Editor

Sara Sicks June 23, 2008 • 07:35 PM

I had to write here because the Lord has just used one of your songs in a mighty way in my life. Just yesterday, my husband and I were driving back from a wedding and we had the unusual privilege of just sitting and being able to listen to music (we also have 3 little kids and they weren't in the car). Your song "Less Like Scars" came on and I started sobbing as you sang about the slow transformation that has been happening in my heart this year. I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in January and am going through chemo and will start radiation after that. So when you started, "It's been a hard year," my ears perked up. I feel a bit presumptuous to say this, but it truly feels that every word of your song relates directly to what has been happening in my heart this year. I couldn't' believe it when I was listening to your song -- it was the Lord's very special gift to me. The Lord is slowly transforming me into a different woman. My cancer now seems less of a shredding of the soul or a death sentence than a "gift" (if you can say that) so that the Lord could speak tenderly to my heart about so much ... and in time, change me and build character. Your song says that so beautifully and it is now a personal treasure. I am blessed that the Lord would use your work from years ago to bless me so tangibly in 2008. Keep up the great work and hang in there as a mother of 3! Growing in Character, Sara

erin June 23, 2008 • 06:13 PM

I was so excited to see that you will be coming to Charleston,SC again! We missed hearing you last year. I am pregnant right now and my baby is due October 25th. I am telling my baby that it can not come out until AFTER October 19th. :) It would like to have a Sara Groves concert, you know.

Elizabeth June 22, 2008 • 11:45 PM

I just wanted to thank you for making a stop in Omaha this morning. My husband and I went through a few tissues as we listened to you-your beautiful music and your stories. I am also a mother of 3, 2 sons (5 and 3) and an 8 month-old daughter. I purchased your Station Wagon CD this morning and loved listening to it today. I love your prayer in "Prayers for this Child," "I only have two eyes-be all seeing..... Thank you for allowing our Lord to work through you. Your songs are encouraging and inspiring and moving. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. I hope to see you in Omaha again! God's Blessings to you! Elizabeth p.s. I find myself singing "Song for my Sons" as I make my way through my day. It helps me stay focused on why my job as a mom is an important and worthwhile one. Thank you!

Laura Peters June 22, 2008 • 05:48 PM

Dear Sara, I saw you in concert for the first time at Bash on the Farm just yesterday, although I've been listening to your music for years. You met my expectations in every way imaginable; I was so glad! You were so real, so genuine and sincere. Your stories were meaningful and heartfelt; your humor was light and fun. I sensed Jesus living in you just by how you smiled. Your attitude was so humble and untainted by the glory of being the in public eye. I appreciated your others-centeredness as evidenced by your storytelling and inviting your boys up on stage, etc. You weren't there for you. I have had the good intentions of writing you for so long, and my overwhelming respect for you because of yesterday has finally given me that final push. All I've wanted to say all these years is that whenever I tell someone about you, I tell them that no matter where you are in life, no matter what you're feeling, there is always a Sara Groves song that puts your emotions to words. So, thanks. Thanks for being there for me so many times when you didn't even know it. Your sincerity, your brokenness, your passion for God...you...have inspired me, comforted me, understood me, challenged me, convicted me, made me smile, and made me cry. May God continue to bless you richly as you continue ministering to His Children in your special way. I, for one, have been ever-affected by you; and introduce to you as many as I can so that they, too, may be so blessed! Your Sister in Christ, Laura

Jane Fetsch June 22, 2008 • 09:42 AM

Sara, My daughter and I watched 'The Ultimate Gift' DVD the other night and caught your music video tag. I appreciate your gift of music and song. I've been blessed. Lord's best to you.

Larry & Megan June 22, 2008 • 08:30 AM

Sara My daughter, age6, and I saw you at the bash on the farm 6-21-08 Garner, Ia. We both enjoied your performance an I was definately touched by your message. We got to meet you afterwards and felt a great warmth around you and also in the audiance while you performed. I hope you can come to the bash again. Keep spreading your words people are listening.

Kristie June 20, 2008 • 10:52 PM

Dear Sara, Thank you for coming and playing the piano for us in Medina, OH. It was beautiful to see you perform live after waiting 8 years to buy your CD. Your music touches my heart with its authenticity and thoughtfulness, and it was such a nice touch to see you play all of your own pieces--just you without a band. Thank you for sharing your heart and yourself in this way. You bring gifts of beauty to a world that cries out for them. I'm so pleased I was able to meet you. It changes my heart just a little each time I hear one of your songs. I hope it encourages you to know the effect your work is having. Thank you!

Julia June 20, 2008 • 06:55 PM

Hi Sarah, I have a long ass story- I'm not here to share that though. Only to say that you are one of the only Christian artists I have serious respect for. I haven't heard your latest CD but from your beginnings to the CD with the song about Jeremiah's fire- you have maintained a certain presence that convinces me of your utmost authentic sentiments about life, God, doubt, and spirituality. Rock on. -Julia

Mark June 20, 2008 • 05:27 PM

Your voice and music calms my soul when dealing with stressful times in life.

Chris White June 19, 2008 • 01:05 PM

Sara, Thank God for somebody out there who makes the gift of spiritual worship evident in the songs that you write and record. There is a very noticeble depth to your lyrics...from your spirit nature. That's what matters and that's what will matter in a moment in time when someone is about to decide where to live for all eternity. Time is ticking ever faster with so many, yes "multitudes in the valley of decision". Please don't lose your focus lady, you are responsible for the stewardship of this extraordinary gift our Father has given you. May you move forward under the guidence of The Holy Ghost and in His anointing always. Thank you! I hope to hear you in person some day. You have a beautiful family! May our God always be merciful to you and may His presence be your greatest desire. Ever watching, Chris

Sara Butterfass June 19, 2008 • 12:14 PM

I am working on the program for the Higher Ground music festival and was hoping to get in touch with you about a few things. If you could email as soon as possible I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you. -Sara Butterfass

Sharmila Ball June 18, 2008 • 06:13 AM

Dear Sara, I heard your song on the radio this morning on my way in to work, and here I am writing to you! Only in America! I can't wait to get out of work and buy your CD. I will write again, got to get back to work. Have a Blessed Day.

Brandon Green June 16, 2008 • 01:50 PM

I just got done with a week of camp with the study of Grace. I was working with graduated seniors and we were talking of the transition in their lives and how scared but excited they were. My co-leader quoted your words of "Pictures of Egypt". I had never heard it but it made a huge impact on our kids and really helped us discuss their future and dealing with it. I just wanted to send some encouragement and say thank you. Your music and words were able to help us all unfold more clearly just how much our God loves us and will never leave us. It is hard for all of us and especially for those at that time in their life. Thanks again and God bless you. "How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!" Rom 10:15 You brought some good news last week and i just thought you should know. Brandon

Marcia Erickson June 16, 2008 • 10:20 AM

Hello Sara Groves, You're music and heart has ministered to both me and my cousin Larry Culey in such a strong way. I began listening to you when I was first discovering my faith as a teenager. Now I am 27 years old. I have dedicated my life to serving God in the missions through a project called Grace Centre for Children and Families in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia. Grace Centre is a place for orphaned and under priveleged children. We have a day care, transitional care centre for abandoned babies, clinic, sponsorship program and feeding program. I was recently sponsored to make a CD with my cousin Larry Culey doing the music to try and raise funds for Grace Centre. We are both inspired by you and Nate Sabin and wanted to sing Jesus, You're Beautiful on the album. 100% of the money we make goes to the children and families in Grace, and the CD is basically given as a gift for people when they make large donations, but at the same time I have been trying to find a contact for Nate Sabin and was unable to reach him to find out about doing this. I am by no means a professional singer, but this has been a long time dream to make a CD and since I was able to do it, to give God the glory and give Him everything through it, it was really a blessing for me. Anyway as you can tell, I am not used to doing this, but I would be happy to send you a CD. If you are interested. If you have any advice for me, please let me know. The CD is dedicated to my best friend Jewel Imperial who was also a singer/song writer and someone who loved you. She passed away last October at 25 years of age. I understand about not being able to respond to e-mails. I have the same problem although probably not to your extent. Along with the Grace Centre I have been blessed by God to recieve 4 children through adoption. I wouldn't have it any other way, but it means I don't get around to doing e-mails as often as I should. Infact I have been wanting to write to you for a couple of years now. Well as long as we are doing God's work, it will all happen in God's time. Thank you for your inspiring voice. Prayers and blessings, Marcia Erickson www.mamameheret.org

Athena June 14, 2008 • 06:07 PM

Sara - My husband and I went to a concert of yours in Waterloo, IA back in May 0f 2004. We thought we remembered you talking about having your sons(s) and about how they aren't your own, not to hold on to them too tightly (something to that effect) ... anyways, we thought you wrote a song about that ... If so, could someone share the name of that song with us? Thanks!

Les Nixon June 14, 2008 • 12:13 PM

The Tent in the Centre of Town When I meet that Sarah Groves I'll greet her with a shout, She's droned that Tent song in my head And I cannot get it out! My tent years are but, a pleasant dream Memories of heady days, Her song has Praised-the-Lord again, In a thousand different ways! And so I must say to her, From the depth of my very being, Her song has turned me round and round From my ending—to the beginning! – (Rev) Les Nixon, Sydney, October 2006 Outback flying padre 1961 - 2008 Tent Evangelism - 1956-1958

JONMARIE ALTIG June 14, 2008 • 08:21 AM

Hi Sara, I became a believer almost 5 years ago when I was 40. I grew up in a drug home. My parents smoked pot with me when I was 10, and my mother introduced me to cocaine at a party when I was 14. I spent the next 30 years as a "functioning" drug addict/alcoholic. My first husband committed suicide 14 years ago, when our son was 3. I have been been completely sober for just over 2 years now, and it has been a major struggle. I have found that I clearly have a food addiction, and struggle with it daily. I have been remarried to my second husband for almost 10 years. Although he is a very good man, he is not a believer (but I am working on him :-)), and he is a practicing alcoholic and drug user. He drinks everyday, and it is a struggle for me to be exposed to the "elements". Since my conversion, my life has changed considerabley as you may imagine. I am not the person I was, but still struggle deeply with addiction. One release and gift God has given me is a ability to create with first beads, but now I have gotten very involved with glass. At first it was stained glass, but now I am doing fusing, making jewelry and have set up a glass studio in my garage. I saw you perform live for the first time about 4 1/2 years ago at a Winter youth celebration, in Portland. When I first became a believer, I got heavily involved in youth ministry. My son was at that age. Also, since I had moved out with my boy friend when I was 15, we were both drug dealers at this time, I had never experienced life as a real teenager. The youth were amazing and inspiring to me. I didn't know what it was like to live at that age. Seeing you perform at that event was very memorable for me. I immediately bought your CD, Add to the beauty, and it became one of my very favorites. All of this to say that the time has come for me to expand my glass work for possible sales and donation, and I need to come up with a marketing name. I feel strongly that my pieces would be an excellent source of income for fundraisers and auctions etc. I have thought and thought and have come up with only one name that feels as though it is being inspired by the one who has given me this gift. "Add to the beauty". I sincerely would love to use your beautiful phrase in the name of my little venture, and believe it fits the picture of what you sang about. I would love to hear from you, as to whether this would be acceptable, and to send you some of my things, as a token of my appreciation. I would love to send you pictures if that were appropriate. Thank you Sara for your inspiration, and I pray that I can some touch some lives in a way that is glorifing to our Lord. Sincerely, JonMarie Altig

Carol Ann Aguilar June 14, 2008 • 05:04 AM

Dearest Sister Sara, I thank you for sharing about your walk with our Lord and your music which enriches our lives and is inspirational and promotes positivity! I love to serve our Lord and write inspirational poems. I would love to send you some to lift your spirit as well. I am a novice but as God uses the least of us for His glory and to edify others I only love to share my love for Him in everyway and to lift hearts that otherwise feel despair, or that they are not important to let them know that God loves all of us and every human is to be valued and are created by a God who is merciful and gracious and with unconditional love beyond all measure! God bless you and your servant's heart and your family! With sincere love through Jesus Christ...your friend and sister in Christ, Carol Ann P.S. please let me know where to email some poems to you if you would like to read some of them...God bless you again and again...

Jenni June 13, 2008 • 10:43 AM

Thank You, Sara. Too small a sentence. I am a 5th generation music teacher, and a 6th generation Believer. And yet, after set in my life, I started writing 2 years ago. An outpouring of my prayer journal and an intimate expression of God's working in my inmost being. A compassion and grief for something greater than myself. I saw you at the MOPS convention in Florida last September. Although your music was inspiring, it was your talk about IJM that resounded within me. Life is more than being about MY LIFE! I didn't and still don't know what to do with my music. But, I realize that God is the song-giver, and at the very least he speaks to me. Thanks for your gifts, your ministry, and for letting it be about more than beautiful music.

Karen Kitchel June 13, 2008 • 08:11 AM

Cheerful Givers is a unique local nonprofit that provides toy-filled birthday gift bags for kids who are living in poverty on their birthday, and we are the only organization in the USA that is addressing this unmet need. Our goal for this year is to reach 44,000 less fortunate kids, and to do that we need the support of many. Wanted to ask if Sara would consider supporting us by sharing a portion of the proceeds from one of her upcoming concerts? You can learn more about us at www.cheerfulgivers.org or contact me. Thanks! Karen Kitchel, President Cheerful Givers 1287 Berry Ridge Road Eagan, MN 55123 651-226-8738 karen@cheerfulgivers.org www.cheerfulgivers.org

Nelissa June 12, 2008 • 12:56 AM

Dear Sara I'm a Malaysian living in England. I came across your music 6 years ago and it has helped me gaze at God and glance at myself when things have been difficult. And now, my family in Malaysia and my close friends in England are all listening to your music. Your psalms are beautiful. Thank you.

Emily Cassetty June 10, 2008 • 11:18 AM

Hello! Words cannot tell you how your music has touched my life. When I could not find words to say, could not figure out how to pray, I have turned your music loud and found my Lord. I did that a lot last summer. At 30 weeks gestation, we learned that our baby girl was fighting for her life. Born five weeks later with a unique brain and neurological system that allowed her to go home to her Lord after five days in this world, Miller Grace Cassetty blessed our lives. When I found your song, "It's Going to be Alright" last May, I put it on repeat in my minivan with my little girls (then aged 2 and 3) and we sang it all the time. In Miller Grace's NICU room, your CD played on repeat as that song became her lifesong. We played it again at the end of her funeral, this time for ourselves, as she had been healed and our healing process had just begun. She lived from June 23 to June 28, 2007, so this is a hard month all the way around. I find myself turning those familiar songs on more and more and fighting a little harder to do sweet things in remembrance of her and in an effort to draw near to My Father. I have spent much of this year pouring my heart and soul into ministering to those with "fixable" problems and doing whatever I can to serve my Lord and His people through my brokenness. I teach high school girls Sunday School at our church and one of my girls, Susan, has been fighting a battle of her own. She lost her big brother to suicide two years ago this Friday and it has only been in the last couple weeks that it seems the Lord has really gotten hear attention. So what I am doing? I'm throwing some teenage girls in the car on Friday and we're coming to see you in Cordova. Who didn't love spur of the moment 4 hour road trips at 16, right?? :) Thank you for serving your Lord so well and for being still while He has blessed you with the words of our very souls. We are blessed by your obedience. See you Friday!

Amy McLean June 10, 2008 • 09:02 AM

I can't say thank you enough for your transparency and opening yourself to be God's servant. Your music has been a huge encouragement for me! The words of your songs are so deep. Unfortunately, a lot of Christian music today just is not soul captivating--it just is what it is. Keep going deep:) Thanks Again!

John Caldwell June 09, 2008 • 08:08 PM

Where do I get the song I believe it's called "the Price Of Love" or " I have learned to be free". It is beyond words powerfull and relevant. Thanks for letting me know. John

Kaylah June 09, 2008 • 10:42 AM

Hi Sarah! I LOVE your music! Think you could ever come to Maine sometimes? Your Fan, Kaylah Jones (16)

jody Agerton June 09, 2008 • 08:20 AM

my God, I thank you for Sara, Sara, you were a breathing, resonating with the environment, soul in my presence last Friday nite at my church, GFC. My chest and heart were vibrating in the deep chords coming from your piano... All praise to the one who made us, and thanks for your presence! LOL, Jody ps.. a fomer mpls. girl myself

A. R. June 09, 2008 • 02:21 AM

Dear Sarah's Dad, I met your daughter after her concert at Overlake Church (Washington State)in Feb of '06. I told her that her song "less like scares" saw me through a terrible time in my life when my marriage was 6 weeks old and my step children called Child Protective services with terrible stories.. I was told I was the most dangerous woman in washington State, I had to take anger classes with women who had murdered their children.. and I lost my own son.. I gave up custody of him to protect him from the abuse he was enduring in foster care.. and I desipised my new husband. It was a nightmare. But God was using this time to clear the dross from my life. I told your daughter how I learned to forgive - I still remember everything about the moment.. I told God straight out that we both knew I was lying to His face, but I was going to keep saying "I forgive" till He made it true.. and He did. Sarah was patient with me as I spoke. I wanted to let her know that God used that song to get me through when the pain was too much to even take another breath, knowing my son was being hurt in foster care, and there was nothing I could do. that moment was five years ago. It took me one year but I got my son back home, safe and sound.My husband refused to give up on God's promise for our marriage, and we are still married, our 5th wedding anniversary is on the 27th.. The "instigator" of the allegations three called this week. We saw her for the first time in 5 years today. She is now 21. It went well, we think anyway. well, long letter, but I was up, not sleeping, and was looking for videos on youtube when I remembered your daughter. I had forgotten how much that song meant to me, and to see it again, today, was a very big deal and an opprotunity to thank God again for what He has done for me. Blessings, A.R.

Jasmine June 08, 2008 • 05:58 PM

I was blown away yesterday by your album Add to the Beauty. I mean Holy Spirit flooded my room. There was a downpour in the Spirit. 2005 was a terrible year for me. It was a year before Jesus saved me, but obviously He was moving strongly in Sara's life. How did she know what her next album was going to be about? (I read that on the inside of the CD.) Is she a prophet? I can't describe the experience I had, but I'm so glad you made that CD. I can't get enough of "You are the Sun," especially the chorus. Something happens when I sing the words. It's really amazing. Same thing with "When it was Over" and "Something Changed." I love the last track with the free worship. Making that CD must have been one long worship session. Praise God. You should check out Cece Winans' "Thy Kingdom Come." It'll also bring you to your knees. I can feel it deep down in my spirit when I cry Holy along with her first track.

Morgan June 08, 2008 • 04:43 PM

Sara, Everytime I listen to your new album "Tell Me What You Know", it inspires me to help with social injustices. You are a beautiful person. Thank you.

Dan Endy June 08, 2008 • 11:07 AM

After seeing the video I Saw What I Saw, I desperately want to visit Rwanda. Hopefully next year. Thank you.

Bill Wilkes June 08, 2008 • 10:58 AM

Sara, My wife, daughter, and I are looking so forward to your concert this Friday night, June 13th, at Hope Presbyterian Church. Would you please consider singing these 3 songs: 1. It's Going To Be Alright 2. Add To The Beauty 3. Why it Matters Thank you so much, and God Bless you. Denessa, Amy, and Bill Wilkes, Cordova, Tn.

Steve McCalip June 07, 2008 • 06:13 PM

When I saw you are touring with Fernando, I thought I had to listen to your music. The more I listened, the more I liked it. You have a quiet confidence I admire. I liked your "church on the moon" song (I forgot the exact title). You have a way of reproving this kind of neat. I look forward to seeing you with Fernando, hopefully you will come to Houston, Texas. You can visit my site at kingjamesman.com Thanks for making Godly music. It is rare these days.

Al Vaida June 07, 2008 • 05:56 PM

You are a very inspirational song writer and story teller. I've enjoyed your works for years. I heard your newest release on christian radio in the Dallas area. The theme of the song is hope. Wow! I'm an older guy and had been fly fishing. I stopped at Sonic for a beverage and they played your song. Brought tears to my eyes and I had a praise service right there. Keep yielding to the spirit and producing God honoring music. All my best to you and your family. In the bonds of Christian love.

helene June 07, 2008 • 12:55 PM

Sara: Up until about 3 days ago, I had never heard of you. A friend emailed me the You Tube link of "I Saw What I Saw" and I am now a big fan. I lived in Niger and Uganda for a total of 5 years. I go back to Africa 1-2 times a year on missions trips. People at home cannot understand my love and attachment to this far away place. Your song says it so beautifully. I am a mother of 4 and the way Africa and her people changed my life has affected my children. I will be praying for you as you continue to bless others.

Lindsay June 06, 2008 • 10:39 PM

Your so beautiful, Sara! And your songs have been just so helpful in this hard process of healing I'm going through... thankyou! I really pray Gods blessings over you! This is a real time for me to believe in what God has for my future, since my dadddy went to heaven 3 months a go... Your 'LESS LIKE SCARS' have been amazing! God bless you and may His words and music always flow over you. Thankyoou! xx Lindsay.

Courtney June 06, 2008 • 08:19 AM

Please come to upstate NY (Albany area). I would love it. I've followed you for years, given at least 20 CDs of yours away, and am truly blessed by each song you write. Thank you for your ministry, for your honesty in the songs you've write. Your music has taught me about grace, about brokenness, about being real as a Christian about our weakness, sin, hurt, and hope. Thank you. Maybe my church would have you! That would be awesome. ~Courtney

April June 05, 2008 • 09:21 PM

Dear Sara, Many are called, but few choose to answer that call. Thank you for answering the call that God has given you to share His love with the world through music. I find that your lyrics are uniquely beautiful, and that you really share your heart about everyday things as well as profound and timeless things that transcend our own culture. But I mainly just wanted to let you know that I absolutely LOVE the song WHEN THE SAINTS and it was only recently that I was able to hear it without crying, because I am called to be a missionary to other cultures. When I hear the song on the radio unexpectedly, I feel the Spirit of God encourage me to Go for it! And that He has counted me worthy of such a high calling to be His daughter as well as His servant which can do no great thing except that which I do through Him. So inspiring are the stories of those in the song, that I KNOW He has called me to do the same. Thank you for producing that song.

Emily H. June 03, 2008 • 05:29 PM

Dearest Sara, I write with tears of joy to you. I was first introduced to you a few years ago at a MOPS convention in Minnesota. You had just had your second child and I felt a total connection in your lyrics and music. I kept up with your music and when I was offered the opportunity to introduce you at last year's MOPS convention in Orlando, I had met my earthly hero. Remember we had a conversation just prior about how your body never goes back after you've had kids (except it was a little more graphic than just that). Then you began to speak about your traveling experiences and your passion for justice. I was so insipired. My roomate from college and her husband and their 5 kids are missionaries in Myanmar where awful things happen to young girls and all who profess Christ as King. I sent her your CD and your video and she so resonates because she sees these things on a daily basis. She is another earthly hero to me. You are a part of keeping someone's hope alive in Myanmar Sara! I am so excited about your new fall tour. I pray it comes down here to Florida. Keep up your calling and thank you for inspiring others.

Jasmine June 03, 2008 • 05:11 PM

I was so moved by your bio at www.buzzplant.com/saragroves. I'm a fighter. Jesus has taught me a lot about the battle between good and evil since coming into my life, but I rarely talk about it because no one understands. Jesus was telling me that in the Spirit you don't have to think because you know already. Instantly, you just know without answers, just a conviction can change your life...Anyway, no one even preaches about it even though it's in the Bible. You know how Jesus set people free in the New Testament? It was always a miracle. It was better than physical miracles. It changed the soul. Jesus can reach beyond the natural and into your soul and set you free. He came to set the captives free--from sin, from disease, from mental illness. I love that. You know? I can be free in Jesus no matter what the world thinks. All things are possible with God. Those aren't just words of encouragment for me. They're my testimony. I'm so glad there's someone out there like you. You're an inspiration.

Candy Russell June 03, 2008 • 04:09 PM

I just returned Sunday from a trip to Rwanda. I served with a team of North Americans and a team of Rwandan ministry partners. I can't wait to return. Sharing the gospel and hearing the people share their lives with me was redefining of my faith. I watched your video on line before I went - now that I've returned my desire is to create a disc for my supporters and future servants. How can I get permission to use your song running in the background? I met you years ago at First Assembly of God in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Your music has continued to inspire me to move closer to God and be compassionate to the lost. Blessings to you - Candy

Ian S. June 03, 2008 • 09:00 AM

Hi again Mrs. Groves and family-it's been a long time since I last wrote (about three months.) I just wanted to share a way that God used you to bless others. My twin brother Nathan and I have been attending a Christian private school once a week (we are technically homeschooled) for the past few years. The woman who was my science teacher last year always had a devotional before each lesson. A very frequent topic was the idea of 'audience of One,' that we should strove to please and glorify Christ in all we do, not man. Your song 'This Journey is My Own' beautifully sums up everything my teacher taught on this subject. My brother lent her 'Conversations' to specifically listen to that song. When she gave it back the next week, there were tears in her eyes. She told us how she had been struggling with pleasing man over God and that your song was exactly what she needed ro hear. It was so amazing to hear her tell how her attitude had been changed as she listened and cried, convicted, on the way home that afternoon. I can only surmise that God worked through you to change the heart of a dear friend. I had no idea that she was struggling with the very thing the song addresses. God bless you and your family.

Cheryl Davis June 02, 2008 • 01:27 PM

I am involved in fighting the sale and use of counterfeit medications. The same people who make fake drugs that kill people are involved with human trafficking and brothels. I want to do more to help. Just as you stated, I want to reach out further than my check book. What can I do? Where can I start? I have been praying and listening to your songs in prayer. The thought occurred to me that you may be able to direct me to aid in this effort and use my skills and resources in this fight. There is no magic bullet to stop this illicit trade and tragic human outcomes, but I believe every bite out of this beast brings it down little by little. God Bless you and your work, Cheryl

Laura Loveberry June 02, 2008 • 03:01 AM

Sara (Actually to Sara's Dad who will perhaps have a moment to read. Wise plan to handle e-mails, and I am sure much appreciated by Sara.), The lyrics to your songs are profound! I love the depth of the messages. To fully appreciate your songs, it is most clear to know the Word of God well. I have long wanted to perform my sign language drama of songs to one of your masterfully-sung story songs. I did not think the tempo would artistically work for the ministry of sign drama. Well, this last Sunday I was on the list to worship in sign drama performance. I was all set to do a slow song by another artist. But I knew the pastor's message was on Matthew chapter 9:36-10:15. Your song "When the Saints Go Marching" just total fit and would cement the passion of the reach-out message. So Saturday, God changed the plans, and I practiced all evening. Analyzing every line and word to pull together for a drama. (By the way, my favorite line "all that I can't carry and cannot leave behind"). Afterward people wanted to know more about the song and the visual drama was powerful. Perhaps the most powerful visual song I have performed in the last ten years. My 15 year old son added to the tag a powerpoint of missionary photos...Elliot, Soujerner Truth,...etc. I am thrilled to add your song to my list of songs to add to worship. As an inspirational speaker (and a public school teacher), I would love to have permission to perform to your song in the inspirational speaking opportunities I have. My website is www.lauraloveberry.com. As a volunteer speaker for the last 7 years with Stonecroft Ministry and as a over-the-top inspirational speaker for the last 11 years; I know this song would inspire and encourage people to live out the faith!!!! Thank you for the gut level honesty that flows through your music!!!! I am praying for balance for you and your husband as you raise your kids and bless us with life-changing songs! Your music moves listeners to action. Sister in Christ, Laura

Daniel Phillip Cutler June 01, 2008 • 05:57 AM

Sara, For so many reasons I thank God for your music. The latest is in regaurds to my girlfriend. She and her family are cathloics. I have been shunned by them becuase I am a reformed prodistant. I gave her all of your cd, and they loved them very much, from father to youngest daughter. Now that they have found the source of the music, me, their is a family split, and they often argue over the music. My name, and God's are brought up in their house becuase of the gift the Lord has given you. Your brother in Christ, Dan

Terri May 31, 2008 • 08:08 PM

Sara, Thank you so much for sharing your song writing gifts. Your songs speak so directly to my spirit. "Less Like Scars" has been my theme song in my divorce situation. Briefly, my husband of 20 years turned out to be a pedophile and is in prison for child pornography. I am raising my 3 children with God as their Father. Your song "It's Gonna Be Alright" has also ministered to my hurting heart many times. I have emailed the words to others going through similar situations. God has been so faithful - "Every Day Miracles" are what He does! Again, thank you so much for sharing your heart.

Andrea May 31, 2008 • 04:07 PM

Sara, I love seeing you in concert and hope you come to Seattle again soon!! Your music, lyrics and heart mean so much to me and many people. Thank you for sharing it all. God bless you and your family. Andrea

Beth May 30, 2008 • 06:01 PM

Sara, I am so excited! My husband and I just began sponsoring a child through Compassion, Intl. Thank-you for sharing this ministry with us at your concert in Medina. I couldn't make the commitment that night, but did later this month with WCRF's Two Days of Compassion. We are sponsoring a little girl in India. It is a great privilege!

Pastor Bill Evans May 30, 2008 • 01:11 PM

Sara--Just listening to The Other Side of Something today and remembered the whole sermon I preached on the thoughts of Roll to the Middle. I love all the CDs but this remains my favorite. The music carries such joy, and the words are always thoughts that reflect the Holy Spirit and keep me close to Jesus. We'd love to have you sing at our church or in our area someday, or maybe at a camp. I'm an Interim Pastor currently at the oldest Presbyterian Church in America, First Pres Southampton, NY, and will be here about 18 months before moving on to be an Interim somewhere else. So I also relate to the Nomad idea. Love all your gifts, Pastor Bill Evans

Kihm Winship May 30, 2008 • 12:32 PM

Love your music, and thank you so much for Rosie Thomas.

Becky Blake May 30, 2008 • 12:23 PM

Dear Sara, Please forgive me if this is a shallow, arrogant request (!) but is there any way to obtain backing tracks of some of your earlier work--specifically, "The Word" "Generations" and "How Is It Between Us"? I am so moved to share these songs with my church, and have looked everywhere with no success...thank you for everything you are and everything you have been Lead to give. --Becky Blake

Emiljano Bleta May 30, 2008 • 04:58 AM

Hi my name is Emiljano Bleta and i am from Albania but I am living and working in Athens Greece for the last 10 years and I want to marry a christianm girl who love God from America and I am serving God in my Church in Athens Christian Center Can you guys help me to find my soul mate .My mobile phone is 00306934778517 and my email address is emiljanobleta@yahoo.gr and my home address is Ellanikou 23 Pagrati Athens Greece God bless you all my friends

Bev May 30, 2008 • 03:47 AM

Sara, You sang at our church, Waukesha First Assembly, WI quite a while back. Past The Wishing had just come out, and members of our family vied for that cd. We've increased our library of your cds since then so that usually isn't true any more. I pray that you continue to seek God earnestly and share your innermost prayers, praise and thoughts to God. You are able to put to music words that are inside of many of us, but we don't know how to voice it. Your song 'Send Some Rain' is one that I've been playing over and over - grasping at a crucial truth...do I truly trust God? A deep part of me has been revealed by the Holy Spirit that I need to deal with. I praise God for the gift He's entrusted you with. Thank you for allowing Him to use you. May God Bless you and your family abundantly. Bev

Lorilie May 29, 2008 • 06:07 AM

Sara, your music touches my heart and soul. You constantly find a way to finally put into words what my heart is screaming to say. Thank you so much for using the gift of songwriting you received from Jesus. And thank you Jesus for giving us you. Blessings to you and your family.

Laura Wise May 28, 2008 • 08:54 PM

Sara, you're a blessing from the Lord! There's a song for every moment of each day, week, month, or even year that tells what I'm feeling. Thanks! With His blessings, Laura

Feylon Santo May 27, 2008 • 08:46 PM

Sara, I can't tell you how much I love you! Your music has certainly inspired me and my family. I was hooked about a year before the infamous concert at Northwestern College not so long ago. Thanks to you I am now enrolling at Northwestern. I expierenced the best concert that I have ever attended-NO LIE!! What would life be without your music? Me and my Wife were handed down with another of God's great blessings; our fourth Boy!!! We named him Kirby Nathan. Not trying to copy you but we are big Twins fans and we originally picked Nathan for a first name. Sara, you were just the icing on the cake. Sara, I will always listen to your music and pray for you. You have taken me closer to Jesus. Amen!!!!

Anita M. May 27, 2008 • 02:47 PM

I have several thoughts, but mostly that I am thankful for you... and that your music touches me in a place that makes me cry when I though i was all dried up.

Kim Sadlier May 27, 2008 • 12:19 PM

Sara, First I have to say thank you so much for what you do. It's wonderful to tlisten to such amazing words everyday when i'm working and resting and waiting in the moment. They are an inspiration to me. I read through the lyrics over and over again and they melt me inside. I remember getting "All Right Here", it seems every song on there gets me through the day. The first time I heard Fly, I started crying being a single young woman. I just want to tell you to continue to doing what you are doing. If you ever come to Charleston, SC tell me. God Bless, Kim

Chantell May 27, 2008 • 07:02 AM

I have written you a hand written note but can't figure out where to send it to. I have been listening to your music since 2002. Your CD was given to me during a very difficult time in my life. My 18 month old daughter, Regan, was born with a neurological disorder. Your song "Scars" became my anchor of hope. I would lay face down on the floor and listen to it on repeat. Trusting that one day the tomb that I was living in at the time would someday be a womb. I prayed it as prayer. I love lots of your songs but I also love "What I Thought I Wanted." Your authenticity to say truth feels like what I want to say but I don't write songs. Regan died on April 16th, 2008 she would have been seven on June 21. The few weeks before she died I listen to your version of "Come Thou Fount"...I replayed it in my mind and sometimes sang with you out loud as I laid on her floor during some long nights. It was one of the songs at her funeral. Your music is the soundtrack that I live my life to. I can't fit all I want to say on this 2,000 word document. However, please contiune to write. Please contiune to say things that are true. Thanks for not being like everyone else. I have always wanted to write to you but didn't want to seem weird...right now I just need to say thank you to people who are helping me cope with my loss of my daughter. I miss her. Thanks for using the gift God has given you.

Ezeozue Chidube May 26, 2008 • 04:01 PM

Sara, you might not believe this but I'm a heavy fan of yours from distant Nigeria (You know where that is right?). Your music is deep and touching and I can sing along to all the 23 songs I own. Don't ask how I got them cos they don't sell your CDs around here but they are touching all the same. I particularly like The word, You are the Sun, Generations and What do I know. I'm even thinking about singing one of them at an upcoming fellowship program. I'm allowed right? May God continue to bless and inspire you.

Ray Slogar May 26, 2008 • 06:41 AM

Sara, You have a great story. What with coming from MN as a high school teacher and hen using your gift from God to bless so many people. I was wondering if you could get your song Traveling Light (Duet With Joel Hanson) to be on iTunes. We here in Columbus OH would really like to listen to it often. Thank you for all you do.

Altomare May 24, 2008 • 08:31 PM

I have lisen to your music recentely and I really enjoy it , I never know you before but i like it very much . Thank you for sharrign what you have been blessed for.I love to sing and i will love to try to sing some of your songs with my guitar and share your music to my friends and family. God bless. Altomare. ps...sorry about my spelling :)

Stephanie May 24, 2008 • 05:45 PM

I've fallen in love with your new cd - your song "Song for my Sons" is amazing. I have three very young boys and I am dedicating this song that you've writeen so beautifully, to them! Thank you so much for your heart, your talent, & the time that you dedicate to your passion - your music! God Bless, Stephanie

Meranda May 23, 2008 • 09:51 AM

Hi, Sarah!!!! i just want to let you know how much your music has helped my life grow in sooo many ways God has used you in so many ways i cant explain !!!!!!!! Thank you soooooooo MUCH!!!!!!!! TO GOD BE THE GLORY!!!! SINCERLY, mERANDA B AGE:18

Jasmine May 22, 2008 • 05:29 PM

Your music is really moving. I love "The Word" and "I saw what I saw." I'm always talking about that when I talk to Jesus--about how I can't deny what I've already seen. It's so important to my faith. How can you believe anything if you don't believe what you've seen with your own eyes? Have you ever heard the expression "I can't believe my eyes?" It's disturbing when I think about it. Why can't they believe their eyes? So many times, Jesus has convicted me that way. It's become a hallmark of our relationship. But, faith isn't believing what you see now though. Faith is believing because you've seen before. Faith is when you don't see but you still believe. Anyway, I love your music. God bless.

Cidnee Townsend May 22, 2008 • 10:48 AM

Dear Sara, I love your style of music! I have your cd, "All Right Here." Everytime i listen to it, on my mp3 or on my cd player, i get goosebumps. You are a wonderful young lady who has wonderful support and an all-powerful God, and i think you should just keep pushing forword and never have any regrets! I am doing a report in Computer class about our "heros", and, of course, i chose you! You are such an inspiration to me and i hope you always will be! Best Wishes, Cidnee Townsend

Aaron May 22, 2008 • 08:17 AM

The lyrics to your song, "When the Saints" touched my heart. God is awesome. Thanks for your faithfulness to Him, Aaron

Linda McClure May 21, 2008 • 10:42 AM

Dear, Dear, Sister Sara, I as given the joy by Our Lord of seeing you in Medina, Ohio just a few weeks ago. You and Fernando did a concert together for us that was a huge joy and blessing. I loved your sense of humor and loved "He Looks Like Charles Bronson When He Cries". But especially you should know that I was moved by the Spirit through your singing and cried through the whole time you were up there. It was so convicting but deeply hopeful at the same time. Your message has the potential to wake up the sleeping church in America. I am going to get copies of Tell Me What You Know and pass it out to my friends with the prayer that we reach out of our "comfortable-ness". May Our Lord, in His mercy, allow us the privilege of using our whole, spiritual buffaloes to enlarge His kingdom for His glory and pleasure. I am so grateful for your voice and incredible writing. With Much Care in Our Good Shepherd and King, Linda McClure Medina, Ohio

Bill Selevan May 21, 2008 • 12:01 AM

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Jeremy Wallace May 20, 2008 • 03:54 PM

Sara and gang, I was introduced to your music by another musician several years ago. Scott Phillips had a song "Just Because" that touched my heart so I purchased his album. I felt compelled to write him about some apparent parallels in our journeys (mainly in my marriage) and he directed me to your Add to the Beauty. At the time I was a struggling "baby" Christian who had gone through a pretty dramatic transformation. It was a very weird and beautiful time of my life, but my wife was not too excited about my enthusiasm. Our marriage was in shambles, and I found us having very little in common. I was miserable, and wanted out (even searched the Bible for a reason for leaving, thinking my wife was somehow holding me back from fulfilling God's purpose in my life...... I found nothing). But, through what I believe was divine providence a musician wrote an album that fit my situation. We went to counseling and Add to the Beauty filled a gap, meeting us right where we were. It was absolutely beautiful. Years later my wife and I are well and we even sponsor a World Vision child in Rwanda because you have been one of God's greatest gifts to us. Thanks for everything. I'm coming from North Carolina to he IJM event next week. Can't wait! Blessings Jeremy

Bill Selevan May 20, 2008 • 12:15 PM

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Judith Schulte May 20, 2008 • 08:30 AM

Sara - I've been listening to an old CD that I bought from a teen group I heard at the Mall of American several years ago. There is a song on it that is sung by a person that sounds very much like you. I think the name of the song is "I Need You So" or something like that. Is that you singing with that group? Where can I get the sheet music for that song?

Bill Selevan May 20, 2008 • 06:15 AM

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Elizabeth May 15, 2008 • 11:37 PM

I saw your performance of "Something Changed" for the Hour Of Power on the internet bible teaching channel HISCHANNEL. The melody, the words and your voice wrapped around my heart, but most uplifting was the aura of God's Grace around you. It reached out and grabbed me. Your song, voice and message is being heard all over the world several times a day between programs on HISCHANNEL. Praise the Lord for your gift!!

Susan May 15, 2008 • 05:55 PM

oh maybe you need my email. :) susan at susanisaacs.net. or www susanisaacs dot net. Thanks so much!

Susan May 15, 2008 • 05:53 PM

Hey Sara. I'm a fan of your music. faithWords is publishing my memoir next year, a comedy called "Angry Conversations With God." I was hoping to get permission to quote a few lines from your song, Something Changed. I contacted Music Services but I'm not sure if they would handle this kind of thing. Please let me knoe if you'd be up for it. I'd love to send you the manuscript so you can read. Thanks so much, Sara. Hope to hear from you. Susan

Jackie Condon May 15, 2008 • 11:38 AM

Hi, just posted a question regarding "When the Saints" and then perused your guestbook and found the answer!!! International Justice Mission is a great organization -- I was trying to think of a person known for this ministry but think the overall mission agency is also a great topic.

Jackie Condon May 15, 2008 • 11:32 AM

Sara, I love "When the Saints". I have figured out who four of the five "I see" people are. I was wondering if you (or the reader, thank you) could tell me who is represented by "I see the young girl huddled on the brothel floor, I see the man with a passion come and kicking down the door". It would be much appreciated. God bless you and your family. Pastor Jackie

Kathleen Kropp May 15, 2008 • 08:16 AM

Sara, I just wanted to let you know that I used your song "When it was over" a month ago... I sang it with a great group of friends to honor my best friend, Erin, who passed away last December. The song connected with our friendship so much and I felt like when it was over, when she passed on to peace, I could talk about what she had been in my life. She had over 160 surgeries and was always sick... still, she is the strongest person I have ever known. I was able to speak in chapel at my college and share her story and your song fit perfectly. So many of my friends and professors spoke about the song and how meaningful it was for them to hear it. Erin was just 21 when she passed on, but she added enough beauty to this world for hundreds of us. Thank you for sharing your music. How did you get started writing songs and performing? I'm just now starting to write music and would love some advice... Peace, Kathleen : )

Elizabeth Ward May 15, 2008 • 03:58 AM

Hi Sara or her DAD, I tried writing yesterday but our computer crashed and I thought i'd send another note just in case. I am a MN girl writing you from Argentina South America. My husband and 3 lovely children are here training to be missionaries in this country. I have met you a few times and I think we attend the same church, Cedar valley in Bloomington, MN. I have wanted to write you for some time to thank you. Your music has ministered to me so much. While here in Argentina many times I have wanted to return home to MN. But I ask myself why? There is nothing left in that life for me. Why paint pictures of egypt? Your song painting pictures of egypt, has touched me at my very core and at times i felt as though the Lord gave those words to you, just for me. Being in a foreign country ministering is very hard and lonely. One can only imagine the life we gave up for the sake of Christ. I saw your I saw what I saw video on you tube and was thrilled you were able to visit Africa.It helps put things into perspective when you enter a foreign country. I too am changed by the people I see here in Argentina, the Poverty, the abuse, homeless children and the suffering that has happened with in this country. Thank you for your obedience to take the step of faith and make singing your ministry instead of teaching. I can only imagine the sacrifices you and your family have made to make it possible. Keep going forward!! I will be praying for you as the Lord leads you in your ministry. Blessings, Elizabeth Ward PS. I will try to say hi next time i pass you At Cedar valley. Who knows maybe you and I will be friends. We both have 2 boys same age and a girls around the same age too.

Jennifer Diel May 14, 2008 • 12:08 PM

Permission Hello Sara I recently went on a mission trip to Haiti and I am putting together a video slide show of the trip to music. Your song "I saw what I saw" I would like to put in on the dvd. I will not selling it or anything but I wasn't sure what the rules were for this kind of thing. The trip was so impactful and when I purchased the cd and heard the song it was like I could see the whole trip as I listened to the words. Please let me know if it is o.k I will even email you a copy if you would like one. thanks Jennifer Diel Holland, MI

Tim Dever May 14, 2008 • 11:36 AM

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Charissa Millen May 13, 2008 • 07:57 PM

When I first heard your cd "All Right Here", it spoke to me as a girl in an ever-trying relationship with God. "You are the Sun" is now the anthem for my life. Thank you for sharing your heart and your spirit with us.

Abby Bendickson May 13, 2008 • 05:26 PM

Dear Sara- I am so thankful for the ways in which God speaks through you and the beauty of your music. Your lyrics speak to my heart and I find myself singing your lyrics throughout my day. The words bring me such comfort and also help to center my heart on Christ. I have always respected your desire to be authentic in all you do and it is so evident that God is working through you and has given you your gifts to bless others. Thank you for sharing your music!

Kristin Hunter May 13, 2008 • 02:42 PM

Dear Sara: I praise the LORD for the way that He has gifted you with music and the ability to put the things of the heart into words. I was blessed to meet you again last February when you came and visited Harvest Church in Grand Rapids with our mutual friend, John van der Veen. (Hey, you were pregnant with your beautiful little girl then!) I have an awesome photo of you with my precious daughter who is now 22, who was encouraged through her high school and college years on your music. You were such a role model (unknown to you!) So very often, the words that you sing bring us to tears, and help us along the path the Lord has called us to walk. I just wanted to say that there are many of us out here whose lives you touch, and who pray for you and your family. And, as proof, I wanted to submit this link to my friend Michele's blog regarding her daughter, Meghan's journey through cancer. The May 13 post features a favorite quote from you. It is called Greenchairstudio.typepad.com/vibrantlife You probably remember Michele, as she gave you some beautiful handmade items to thank you for singing for us last year, and she is a talented artist herself. I thought that you would be encouraged to see firsthand (in her blog, that is!) how your gifts help God's people to sing through the storms of life. In fact, if you look back to the May 1 entry, Car Conversations, you will also see that the bottom comment by "Trish" mentions another one of your songs, which you sang for us that evening last winter, "Why It Matters". Sara, your music does matter. Hugely. Thank you for being committed to putting your wonderful husband and beautiful children first. I have a busy family also, and a new baby last year as well. I honestly do not see you you can manage all that you do! But, thank you also for taking your precious time to be wife and mom and a God-honoring sister to us and using your gifts to encourage His people and those who have not yet met Him. Your music is making a difference. THANK YOU, Sara. We are praying for you and your family. Keep Singing through the seasons of life. To God be the Glory! Kristin Hunter

Emma May 13, 2008 • 04:43 AM

You rock sara I love u!!! Emma

Jody May 12, 2008 • 05:54 PM

NEED SOME ASSISTANCE: Like many, not sure that you will see this, but am hoping that if your dad really does read these regularly that perhaps he'll get the message to you. My mother-in-love (law) is getting married in July and wants me to sing your song, "Fly." Her husband died tragically from carbon monoxide poisoning in 2001 from a bad hot water heater while serving in China. The Lord has seen fit to bring another into her life and I am honored to sing at her wedding. My husband and I purchased the song book and our intention is for him to play the guitar to accompany me; however, he is also in Chaplain training for the Army and trying to finish his master's in divinity. We have search the best we know how to find an accompaniment CD and have been unsuccessful. We were wondering if you had one or could get us one for a "back up" just in case. Thanks so much for your time and consideration of our request. Thank you for your ministry. Rich and Jody Hagen Little Rock, AR

Amy May 12, 2008 • 07:54 AM

the newest album has touched me in a way that no other album has......actually, God has used this album to touch me. i have listened to it over and over and over again. i have been especially drawn to when the saints. Each time i listen to it God reveals a new layer, so I keep hitting repeat anxious for what God wants to show me next. I see visions while listening to the lyrics, God brings people to mind as I listen and speaks to me about what he wants me to do. it doesn't all make sense, but i'm loving the connection. it is overwhelming, but in a good way. each and every song ignites a passion in me that has been quiet for some time. there is no doubt in my mind that these words are God breathed and inspired. thank you, Sara, for sharing you soul, your heart, your experiences. not only is this a great album musically, but even more so it is great on a spiritual level. i pray that God is moving so strongly in other lifes through your music. God is so good all the time. may God bless and guide you and your family.

Betsy Cribbs Berry May 11, 2008 • 07:54 PM

Hello! I understand you may never see this, but I am so PROUD of you and how you are allowing God to use you mightily for HIM! I love your honest spirit. You may not remember me, but I was your sweetmate at EC and boy do I have some good blackmail material on you. Remember the video I had you to act in for me? Anyway, keep on keeping on. You are a true blessing. I'm a happy mother of three kids-Sadie Grace-8, Alexis-5, and Kahl-3. Life's fun. We live in Branson. Love to come here you sometime.

John & Linda Poling May 11, 2008 • 06:06 PM

Enjoyed you VERY much in Medina, Ohio Saturday night. We trust that you were inspired by reading the testimonies of Prison Chaplains Gary Koly and Mike Swiger. Thank you for all that you do. God Bless.

Abby Pruett May 11, 2008 • 12:37 PM

P.S.S.- Happy Mother's Day to you! I'm five and a half months pregnant with my first :) Abby

Abby Pruett May 11, 2008 • 12:11 PM

Hi Sara- I am a HUGE fan. Have been since 2001. I just love your heart for the Lord and it is so clearly expressed in your music. Through some of my greatest and darkest hours, I have played your music to hear what God is trying to tell me. CONVERSATIONS runs through my heart on many different occasions. Well, I am reaching out to you because my dearest friend Katherine Arnold Wolf is also a HUGE fan, and she and i constantly reference you. In fact she gave a talk at a Women's Conference in LA where she referenced "This Journey is My Own". Well, my dearest friend is in the ICU at UCLA Westwood in Los Angeles, CA where we live. She has suffered from a severe, totally unexpected brain hemorrhage called an AVM and survived 13 and a half hours of brain surgery, that by all laws other than the miracle of the Lord she was not expected to survive. It now has become a movement sweeping the country; praying for my friend Katherine Wolf. First, I would just ask you and your family to pray for her. I know your prayers are a sweet smelling incense to the Lord, and we are playing YOUR music in her ICU room as she daily progresses beyond our wildest imagination, though she is not able to express herself beyond squeezing of the hands and wiggling of the toes. Please go to katherinewolf.info to learn more about EVERYTHING that has happened to her. There are daily updates. We all attend Bel Air Presbyterian in Los Angeles, and her father-in-law pastors Montgomery First Baptist in Alabama. Katherine's husband Jay (both 26, my age) and six month old baby are holding strong through all our support...I know you and Katherine would connect on a deeper level because she and Jay have also been to Africa on a mission trip, and after seeing your documentary on NRB one late night when i couldn't sleep...your hearts for the Lord are so similar and so right on. YOUR music is getting us through this time, and I just wanted to give you my info if you are ever in LA or if you wanted to know more. I feel that at some point we'll be putting a concert together to witness to the community and in her honor, and of course if there is anyway to have you headline,be there, share; anything...would just be awesome. Please, if you have a moment pass through: katherinewolf.info. You will be glad you did. If you have any questions my name is Abby Pruett, my email is andabby@gmail.com. Thank you so much for your ministry Sara. It's touching and changing lives! It has mine... Thank you SO much- Abby PS: we are praying - "He took her by the hand and said to her, "Talitha koum!" (which means, "Little girl, I say to you, get up!") — Mark 5:41

Dawn May 09, 2008 • 11:05 AM

My daughter, Madison (11) and I are taking our first trip to Uganda, Africa May 12 - 23rd. Sara, your music has always ministered to me, inspired me, and made me laugh. Please pray for our safety and that God will use this opportunity to teach us more about "adding to the beauty" of our world. We will be visiting a boy we have sponsored for 5 years through Christ Aid, Inc (Denver, CO) and hopefully making progress toward adopting him. I will be leaving my three younger children behind (Colton, 9; Carson, 7; Lillian, 4), which is hard. I am "just" a homeschooling soccer mom, but I want to live a life of faith to serve God and be a part of his work on the earth. Thank you for praying for us!

RB From Ontario Canada May 09, 2008 • 08:18 AM

Just wanted to say that I hope you come to Canada sometime cause I would really like to see you in concert. The Lord has used the words to speak to me SOOOOO many times!! I don't think there is a song of yours that hasn't spoken to me and encouraged or challenged me. Because of this I have purchased ALL your Cds!! You are the only artist that I have done that with. I also really appreciated the DVD on the add to beauty CD! I cried. And it motivated me to do something more in my little part of the world. Anyway I just wanted to say thank you for being real and open... and being willing to let God lead you and guide you!! May you feel the Lord's power through you as you do all He has for you to do. God Bless RB -From Ontario, Canada

Barbara Weber May 08, 2008 • 11:14 PM

Some days everything I want to be for God is so easy. Other days I have to remember to surrender. Your song Remember to Surrender helped me decide not to give up on living the life for God that I hope to live. I went to Evangel to be a missionary. It was so silly because I did not qualify to be an Assembly Missionary, but I was so fresh to God I didn't realize. I was in school for about a year before I comprehended that I would never be a missionary. Well, I went on to marry a minister who later hurt our girl for 6 years. When she was old enough she got the courage to speak for herself and the Lord did miracles in her life and beautifully restored her. During those years I tried to help her but no one believed me thinking I was a malicious spouse. Sara, I nearly died inside. I couldn't believe God could allow such a thing. When the end of our ordeal came I was on my bed praying. I remembered that my life was dedicated to Glorifying Christ. I surrendered my child and determined that if our life was darker shading in the eternal design that it would magnify the light of Christ and bring Him Glory. Three days later my girl told a social worker what had happened and has never been hurt since. I guess that in some ways that almost sounds like a horrifying correlation. Yet my daughter has since helped another girl speak out and find sanctuary from the true horror. Also, she is remarkably healthy. We did councel 2 - 3 times a week for nearly 5 years. The miracle is that it restored her and she still trust God. Now, when the legal issue's, trials, and battles are over, I am almost lost. I used to look for my child in her room, I would call to her- forgetting that she was at his home. Then the intense battle of many years for her restoration and protection filled my life. When it ended, this huge thing was suddenly gone and I somehow drifted away from God. As I was contemplating what to do I heard remember to surrender. Clarity and simplicity in my thinking returned. I knelt and prayed. I attend James River Assembly so I called and made a counceling appointment. I know that I turned back towards God's face in a way I have been afraid to do for so many years. Today I am not going to be afraid of the crucible or the storm. I will simply surrender with faith and trust. PS, we had classes together. I am so happy for you and I love your music. Success is a journey, Barbara Weber

Tim May 08, 2008 • 07:48 AM

Sara, just wanted to take a moment to thank you for the music - it's truly medicine for the soul, a refillable prescription of sorts. I was listening to Just Showed Up For My Own Life on my way to work in Burnsville and felt the tug on my heart to open the window and feel everything honest and real in my own life. God has blessed me beyond what I could have ever imagined, working the hard clay of my life into something beautiful. The heat of the day dries the clay, but God faithfully revives me with His water and shapes me with His strong, gentle hands. Add to the Beauty has been a part of that process and has become one of my favorites. As a songwriter, I’m grateful for your ability to give wings to meaningful messages that would otherwise be too heavy to fly. Blessings to you and Troy as you follow God’s calling. Tim

Wendy Lindgren May 08, 2008 • 03:53 AM

Hey Sarah, I want to tell you that I absolutley love your music, and your song "when the saints" makes me cry every time I hear it. I was wondering if it would be possible to get the sheet music for it. If not, that's okay, but I love the song so much and would be honored if I could be able to sing it in church. Thank you so much.

Bob May 06, 2008 • 11:13 PM

All I can say is "wow." We're studying your "Conversations" CD for our church's Bible Study and I really like what I've been hearing. "Painting Pictures of Egypt" really describes what's going on in my life right now... I can't go back, but I don't want to go forward either... Praise the Lord for you!

Laura May 06, 2008 • 03:38 PM

Hi Sara and Sara's dad, A few months ago I was channel surfing and landed upon a documentary about women/girls who were brought to Ukrainian brothels - and it BROKE MY HEART. Wow, did I pray and cry - I felt like my mind was going to explode with anguish for the girls/women. How were they to know that there is a loving Father who made them and cares DEARLY for them??!! When I heard your song, the words that RESOUNDED in me were the part about the man with passion breaking down the brothel doors - oh did I burst with that same passion I did months ago watching that documentary. Then in a time of worship, those girls/women came back into my mind and I wept like crazy. Then last night I heard the DJ give a little story about how Sara came to write the song. I want to do something. Help. "Lord, You're calling me somehow, in some way..." I had worked at Book of Hope (FL) for 4 years and we saw something in chapel one day about something you had done and from then I knew you were a person I respected and wanted to be part of what you're doing. This recent song confirmed it. It's like I've just got to do something in the way of impacting those girls/women. Sara's dad, if you read this, can you send me what you are doing as a result of Sara's passion for these girls/women. The Lord bless you continually and keep showing you His plan. Thank you, Laura (in FL)

Andrew Lord May 06, 2008 • 03:26 PM

Hi Sara, It is incredible to me how an artist simply sharing the journey of their heart in openess and humility can shed new light on the collective work of the spirit across the world! We live in Wauchope, NSW, Australia. I have been struggling in my own business since giving up teaching to try and follow my heart and my wife just broke her shoulder requiring a plate and 7 screws 5 days before she gave birth to our forth child. On the surface things look tough, but bubbling away in our hearts is a new and over-whelming joy that God is in control of our lives and Jesus is transforming us from within. We feel just like "we've just shown up for our lives" I just wanted you to know that your music and the tales from your own experience (especially nomad, and Add to the Beauty) have been not only inspiring, but a real nourishment to our souls - just when we needed it. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I hope that one day we could do the same for you and your family, but if not in this life, I'll look for you in heaven. All the best. Andrew

meghan May 06, 2008 • 12:12 PM

I just like to say thanks for your music :) Your songs never cease to change my life, and play on the radio at the times I need them. I cannot thank you enough for leading me out of my stuggles. I know I'm only 14.. but your music has been the soundtrack to my faith story. So thanks.

Rob Phraner May 06, 2008 • 08:05 AM

Dear Sara, I wanted to let you know that the song "When the Saints" is one of the best songs of all-time. I'm a 38 year-old pastor who has listened to it all since I was saved as a teenager in the 80's: artists such as Keith Green, Phil Keaggy, Steve Green to DC Talk Steven Curtis Chapman to Newsboys, Jars of Clay, Reliant K, Mercy Me and Casting Crowns. And your song ranks among the best I've ever heard. I told people in my church about you, and we are buying your CD and praying for you and your family. I wanted you to know how much your music has moved me and blessed me - the 'Saints' song and the rest of the album. I pray that the Lord continues to inspire you and use you to encourage people like me. All my prayers, Rob Phraner New Life Assembly of God Athens, Alabama

Barbara May 05, 2008 • 07:57 PM

Sara, I just wanted to share with you how your music is impacting the world. We have a foreign exchange student who is Muslim living with our family. We went to your concert at a church when you were in Washington state and purchased your CD, "Tell Me What You Know". Since then I have heard her listening to your CD and she even found another one we have, "All Right Here" which she also likes to listen to. She'd never admit that the concert or the music touched her heart, but she now has a connection to God that she can take back with her. My prayer is that some day it will open her heart to finding the true God and Savior, Jesus Christ. I hope you can join me in this prayer. Thanks Again

Rebekah Mallory May 05, 2008 • 04:43 PM

Hey Sara! Your music is so inspiring & I want to thank you for sharing your unique sound & amazing talent with the rest of us! ~rEbEkAh~

susan May 05, 2008 • 10:27 AM

Sara, I watched Nomad last evening. During one of the clips from your church you talked about a book you read about Christian Action. This was during the time you were preparing to drive to Louisiana to offer Hurricane Katrina relief. Anyway, I wonder if you are able to share the title of this book? From your words and actions the book seemed to inspire you to action. I feel the need for action also. I saw you in Mequon in April. Thank you for blessing us with your music and inspirational stories. Blessings, Susan

Abraham and Sara May 04, 2008 • 08:22 PM

We have loved your music since the first time we heard it! Your song "When The Saints" has become like an anthem for our lives. One of my the first conversations I had with my wife Sara before we started dating was our love for the work that IJM is doing and how one day we hoped "to be one of them!" We love your music and we hope to get to see you and hopefully meet you if you come to AZ soon!

Sonya May 04, 2008 • 05:17 AM

I just watched the movie - The Ultimate Gift, and was struck by the beautiful story, and to have your lyrics and music in the credits was just lovely. It would be wonderful if everyone knew of the ultimate gift in Jesus, but your lyrics of Thankyou, Lord, were encouraging, Thanks, Sonya

Richard Wike May 03, 2008 • 07:34 PM

My daughter, your neighbor, Janice Ilioff told me that you are on the net and that I should browse it. I did and I am greatly pleased with what I read and heard. It is truly amazing what you are doing and ashamed that you and I see some of the horrible atrocities in this world. What is really important is that you are helping to expose and undo some of these things. Keep up the god work. Dick Wike, dikwik@aol.com

Jodi Deetlefs May 03, 2008 • 02:37 PM

Sara, I was very moved by your video "Saw What I Saw". I am also a Christian singer/songwriter, and my husband & I are making preparations to leave the U.S. and work with several thousand orphans in Swaziland, Africa. We're so very excited. I would like to ask if you have the sheet music available for this song, as I would greatly like to play it for our fund-raising events for Swaziland. If possible, could you please email that to me, so I could purchase it immediately. It would be great. Thank you, and may the Lord bless you with many more annointed songs just like this one that inspire others to get involved in the world. jodi stancil deetlefs

carolyn May 03, 2008 • 10:34 AM

love the song Its GOING TO BE AlRIGHT My niece has three little girls and one of them is awaiting a heart transplant in the Minneapolis area . She heard the song on the way home recently and I just wanted to tell you that it helped her so much.You have a wonderful voice . We are praying each day for strength to await the new heart . Thank you so much!!

CJ Keef May 03, 2008 • 06:11 AM

Sara and company... Your music has sparked a worship idea in me: But I believe I need your permission to use the words for 'When the Saints.." in a powerpoint presentation on Memorial Day?(sorry such short notice..ARTISTS-Go FIGURE!!.) I went to Sponge Records, but was not given an opportunity on the website to email for permission. I know your group is entirely busy, but I really would like to persue this. Can you help me out? By the way, your dvd of Ruwanda was touching: I was in Mali last year on a short term mission and I was surprised to see such a similarity between west Aftrica and East Africa. Brought tears to my eyes! Thank you for your passion and energy! CJ Keef

Laura Wise May 02, 2008 • 09:44 PM

Sara, I just wanted to tell you how much "Hiding Place" has touched my heart this week. It's been my prayer when all I could do was utter cries to the Lord. Also, the first time I saw your music video "I Saw What I Saw" it brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for your music and for sharing gift God has given you. It's a blessing to listen! Thanks! Because of Him, Laura

Friend from MN May 02, 2008 • 08:24 PM

Hi Sara. I am another fan of yours and of Abby Leigh - the four-year old mentioned in the previous post. I'm glad someone already mentioned her. :) I have been listening to your music for many years, and have been praying for Abby and for her family. They are truly amazing and a testimony of faith in action. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us. Through music, you have the power to touch the lives of so many. Please hold Abby and her family in your prayers too.

WMT May 02, 2008 • 04:15 PM

Sara- There is a 4 year old little girl, named Abby Leigh, in Minnesota who is waiting for a heart transplant...her mother journals on a website called caring bridge....today she mentioned that she listened to your song "its going to be alright" this morning...she said the song is really fitting for her family....they have been through so much the past few years....you really should read her entry from 5/2/08 as she mentions your song..(I'm sure after today everyone who reads Abby's journal entry you have many people viewing your website)....this little girl and her family are so inspirational....I just thought you'd like to know how much one of your songs means to this family. Also, maybe you could display Abby's website address....maybe more people can learn about Abby's story and pray for her and her family: www.caringbridge.org/mn/abbyleigh

Carol Wigfield May 02, 2008 • 07:57 AM

I love the song 'When the Saints' that you do, and I was wondering if there was any way to acquire a background tape and/or some sheet music for the song. I would love to use it as the theme for a denominational missions conference next year. Thanks for any help.

Laura Ralston May 02, 2008 • 05:57 AM

Hi Sara, I heard your song this AM, When the Saints, and it really touched my heart when I heard the part, "I saw her huddled on the brothel floor." We recently went from self employed business owners to self supported missionaries for the Lord's ministry called Remember Nhu, which is to prevent children (like Elizabeth on your website or like Nhu, who the ministry is named after), from experiencing the unimaginable, unspeakable emotional and physical trauma of being in a brothel. Feel free to email me at: laura@remembernhu.org anytime. From the bottom of my heart, Kap Kun Mak Ka, (thank you very much in Thai). Laurie Ralston

Martha May 01, 2008 • 10:35 PM

Hey Sara, I saw you in concert in Detroit way back in 2005 and your bueaitulf voice blew us lil aussies away!beautiful!so we brought your music home and now lots more people love it!Keep the music coming=) God Bless

Julie Baker May 01, 2008 • 08:20 PM

Hello Sara. My husband and I just saw you in Terre Haute, IN on Apr. 28th. We sat right in front and I seriously cried the entire time. The voice that you have been given by God and the beautiful way you use it, literally turns my heart inside out. I am a homeschool mom of 4 kids, under 10yrs. and I know, I know, I know the struggles that you go through. I think it is amazing that you do what you do. I was truly blessed to hear, in person, in the front row, your songs of real life, real feelings, truthfulness and loving God. Please never be discouraged. I believe God cries tears of joy when you sing to His glory!!!

Judy April 30, 2008 • 02:56 PM

Dearest Sara, my daughter and I were just at the Devoted Hearts concert in Rochester MN last Fri. & Sat., there we saw you for the first time, we had no idea who you were. We purchased your 2 pack "Tell Me What You Know" CD's. Sarah, we can't put them down, we both are listening constantly, carry them to the car and back again to the house! They are wonderful, love the music, lyrics - everything about the CD is just wonderful, I am so glad I went, will follow your concerts and music. Judy

Kate Deed April 30, 2008 • 02:15 PM

I love your music!! It inspires me so much!!! God gave you a wonderful talent, I'm glad you're using it to please and honor Him!! Keep going. If not for anyoneelse, but for Him!! luv ya Kate

Jonathan Liechty April 29, 2008 • 09:17 PM

I caught the last half of your song "When the Saints", as I flipped to the "Rick and Bubba show". I was moved by the message behind the lyrics. I hadn't heard layers of strength and tambre in a voice like that since Lori Chaffer. Thank you. God is leading my family move to another country. We are leaving in a month I became discouraged last week. I just happened to remember your name from the radio broadcast and typed it in the computer. I saw your video of Rwanda. It took me instantly back to my first love. You see, soon after I met the Lord, He took me to Kenya for several months. I had forgotten about all the faces. Thank you.

Megan Dieschbourg April 29, 2008 • 08:15 PM

Since first singing along to Sara's song, "Add to the Beauty," I have been crafting a prayer that I will pray over my new husband on our wedding day. This song has really helped me find words to express my longing to shine for God; and even as a writer and singer, without this song, I wouldn't have found the right parts of my heart to share with him. I am a true believer that God places art in our hands to help us understand Him and ourselves more. Thank you, Sara, for being a pillar of hope and an angel in my life. I would like two of my best friends to sing the song during the offering of prayer at our wedding on July 11th in Wisconsin, but the songbook is on back-order. Is there any other way to get the sheet music in time? Here's to the truth in EVERY soul's story! Amen. - Megan, Chicago

Leann Ely April 29, 2008 • 10:20 AM

You touch me, you inspire me, and you lift me up. I first met you at the MOPS conference in Orlando, FL in 2007. We didn't actually meet, but you were so real, so authentic, that you felt like a friend. I admire your choices and respect your ability to stay grounded during a time in your life when it would be so easy to get lost in your celebrity. God has blessed you with both talent and heart and I'm thankful that you followed your call! Leann, Kalamazoo MI

Melanie Gannon April 28, 2008 • 08:03 PM

Thank you for writing about life and all of its challenges! You capture the dailyness of life. How discouraging it can be, especially with small children. Thank you for your encouragement to my heart to keep going and to keep God as the One I seek everyday.

Christie Bond April 28, 2008 • 04:35 PM

I haven't visited your web site in a long time but I heard you visiting with Michael Card on Moody Radio about your passion for justice. I am thrilled that you are involved with International Justice Mission and that you are an abolitionist! A Christian artist of your caliber promoting justice for the oppressed will accomplish much to awaken people, especially believers, and by God's grace motivate us to do our part to end slavery. Keep it up!

Deanna Walter April 28, 2008 • 11:15 AM

Sara I have to tell you my story. My sister lost her husband last year of cancer. She is a very strong christian. I am slowly finding Christ again. He was always there, I just forgot to listen. Anyway, my sister told me she always wanted to hear you sing in person. I wanted to do something special for her birthday and went online to see when you would be in our area. Well I could not find a concert, but I did find the womens conference at the Moody Bible in Chicago. Wow what a great day we had. Thank you so much for sharing you faith. I also have to tell you the Olsen girl, sorry I don't remember her full name, that sang with you was also very good. Thanks again for a wonderful day and bringing me one step closer to God.

Tracy DelMonico April 28, 2008 • 10:11 AM

PS-I realize that it is online, but our school is fire walled up to Heaven itself and I can't view them from work!

Tracy DelMonico April 28, 2008 • 10:07 AM

I met you at Church on the North Coast (I was Alicia Howard's friend with the baby) and was totally moved by the video for 'I Saw What I Saw'. Later I realized how fitting it was for my sophomore English class as we are reading "The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency". I was wondering if there is any way that I could obtain a copy of it to show my students. I would love for them to see Africa, and have that understanding. I think you are just wonderful and amazing and appreciate your work!

Kris Crawford April 28, 2008 • 08:16 AM

Sara. I'm desperate. A good friend loaned me her dearly treasured signed copy of your "Past the Wishing" cd and it got ruined. I am horrible and obviously want to replace it!! She has been through so much lately, her Dad just died from cancer and their family has just been through the ringer. If you get this message could you please help me replace what i have ruined? Kris Crawford. 2117 Forest Drive. Jefferson City. MO. 65109

Brandi Burgess April 28, 2008 • 08:18 AM

Hello! I met you when you came on my dad's radio show, the Rick and Bubba Show in Birmingham, AL. Your music has been such a ministry to my family and me for years. I have been asked to sing your song "IN the Girl There's a Room" for my church this summer. I cannot find the sheet music anywhere. Do you know how I could access it? Thank you! Brandi Burgess

Miranda April 28, 2008 • 08:11 AM

I attended the "Devoted Hearts" conference in Rochester last weekend and Sara played on Friday night. I have to say, it was one of the best concerts I've ever been to! Sara's heart is so transparent and I felt like I could just connect to her heart through her music. She seemed like a friend and I just wished I could sit down and have a cup of tea with her after the show! :-) Thank you so much, Sara, for blessing my heart and encouraging me in your music. I'm excited to enjoy your music now more than ever! Thanks for your message and heart for the Lord - He used you to encourage and bless me! THANK YOU!!!

Jônatas Baptista April 27, 2008 • 09:30 PM

Sara, I love all your thoughts, and I totally enjoy the unique way you make music. I'm from Brazil, and I first heard about you a couple of months ago, when I first moved to United States. My best friend here keeps talking about you all the time. I so love every single one of your songs... The angels like your songs! A Brazilian hug!! Thanks!

Amy April 26, 2008 • 09:04 PM

Wow! I have to say that I feel like your sister in Christ even though we haven't met formally. I attended your concert last night in Rochester and loved the whole thing! I feel like a kindred spirit and cried every time you spoke about your kids! My husband and I have been married 12.5 years, we have three kids, two boys and a girl - 5, 3, and 1! I loved what you said about your boys and I'll be using your line, "You're brothers for life!" Thanks for inspiring me to be a better person and parent!

Doug Anderson April 26, 2008 • 05:22 AM

Dear Sara, I have just seen your preformance, on hour of power: I'm a 46 year old man,(In NE.ND.)having a sort of mid-life crisis.Thank-You! so very much for such a moving, deeply spiritual, consoling, and very pretty song "I've Changed". Thanks for cleaning out my tear ducts. Bless You Doug Anderson

Donna Schultz April 25, 2008 • 12:26 PM

I would like to know the story behind the song of "Less like scars". I am sure that this song has touched many people who are hurting. Your music touches me. I saw you on TV when you visited New Orleans and Africa. I am a nurse from New Orleans and I appreciated the things you did for this community. I have been encouraged by your actions to become more involved in giving back to others who are less fortunate than myself. Thank you for your music. Donna Schultz

Diana Knieriemen April 24, 2008 • 07:27 AM

We might go on the Swindoll cruise and I wanted to see who you were and sample your music. So far I haven't found the samples. We went to Moody so I'm glad to know you have visited there. Have a great day, Diana <><

Michelle Finney April 24, 2008 • 06:57 AM

Sara, Well, I have 3 of your CDs now and enjoy them every single day. I just wanted to say that the more I listen to them the more I can see how obedient to God you must have had to be to be able to write and record these they way you did. There is so much spirit in them, so much truth... if I can feel my cup overflowing just listening to them, I can only imagine how you felt when you created them, and I know that can't come from someone who isn't disciplined in the Lord. Thank you for your obedience. It is of much glory to God and uplifts my spirit every day, especially when it is low. You are a gift to me (and to others) from God. God bless you.

Marisa April 23, 2008 • 06:22 PM

Sara, I am writing as a member of Nightlife church in Honolulu, Hawaii. Many of us have felt led to work towards human justice and particularly human trafficking. Since we are located in the Pan Pacific region of the world, we feel very connected to the cause. Our desire to serve God has led us to plan a series of Change Your World human justice conferences. The first in the series will be directed towards Abolition & Human Trafficking and will be held this Fall from September 19-20th. Your musical expression is a beautiful display of your heart for justice and we would love for your involvement in any way. Your song "Saints Go Marching In" has particulary touched our hearts and we would like to request to use it as the theme for our website and conference. Please let me know if this is possible. Speakers for the conference will share on Saturday the 20th, and on the evening of Friday the 19th we will have a showing of the film Not For Sale as a prelude to the full day. Prior to showing the film, we would be honored to have you perform. Please let us know if your schedule allows for this. We would be more than happy to provide airfare and a place to stay. Sincerely, Marisa

James Fabiano April 23, 2008 • 04:06 PM

P.S. please tour New Jersey someday! :-)

James Fabiano April 23, 2008 • 03:52 PM

Hi! I am a friend of someone you know from Missouri. Admittedly I have a ton of CDs to listen to, but I found myself rediscovering your music and like it quite a lot. I listened to "Other Side Of Something" and it's nice, uplifting music and helps me get in tune with my own spirituality.

Callie Doan April 21, 2008 • 10:15 PM

Aloha! I am part of a small but determined community of Jesus followers who have recently decided to put on the first of what we hope will be a series of conferences on social justice issues and spurring people to action. Our first conference will be September 20th in Honolulu, Hawaii and will focus on abolition of human trafficking. I am part of the creative team and am wondering if you would be willing and/or available to stop by and play a few songs or share some of what you've seen? We don't exactly have a large budget, but we would be more than willing to share our homes if you came. Of course I realize this is a very long shot. But even if you would simply be willing to allow us to play some of your songs at the conference or include them on our website we would be very grateful. The one specifically that has moved many of us is "When the Saints". The goal of our conference is nothing short of having at least some people agree to enter into full-time missionary work helping at safe-houses for girls in Thailand exiting the sex trade. Pray for us! And check us out: www.lifeatnight.org and (coming soon) www.changeyourworldhawaii.org God's Blessings on you and your family!

Tara Maier April 21, 2008 • 09:19 AM

Do you have dates for the new tour this fall? I keep praying for your ministry, mothering, and for God to use you in mighty ways, keep plugging on!

Michelle Morris April 19, 2008 • 07:15 PM

I am in LOVE with Love Is Still A Worthy Cause. I heard it first on Christian radio (103.2fm, Sydney Australia) and until I can buy the album I listen for the next song, hoping it's yours ;) I love how the verse of the song is in a minor key, but then the chorus lifts to major - coupled with your beautiful voice and lyrics, it's just the perfect song. Well done. I'm a fan. Bless you. xx M.

Sharon W. April 19, 2008 • 12:09 AM

I am a mother of three also, Sierra-7, Gretchen-4, Nathan-1 from Kalispell, MT. It was a privilege to read about you and the story of Elisabeth. I received your "Tell Me What You Know" CD for my birthday last year and listen to it regularly at work. My husband and I are wondering how we can help the International Justice Mission and will try to look them up on the internet. Thank you for bringing this to my attention on a daily basis through your music. You are a watchman!

Raquel Z. Duarte April 18, 2008 • 06:29 PM

P.S. Come over to Oregon!!!!!! I'd love to go to one of your concerts!!!

Raquel Z. Duarte April 18, 2008 • 06:26 PM

Hey there, Sara, Just wanted to tell you that your music really inspires me! I'd like to try to make my own CD one of these days and just get it out to the public about God's love and forgiveness! God bless you so much! Say hi to your kiddos! :) Through Christ Alone and For His Glory, ~ Raquel Z. Duarte

Shannon Swp[e April 18, 2008 • 02:22 PM

Please come South more to sing! We adore you and your music! Your songs speak to my heart...Thank you! May God bless and keep you and your family!

Kristie April 18, 2008 • 01:04 PM

Sara, First off… Thank you so much for your music, your lyrics, and your willingness to be a vessel for Christ! It is so good to hear the realistic thoughts of life mixed in with the words of scripture and to know you are not the only one who has ever felt that way. I saw you in Birmingham about a month ago. You spoke of the girl who was in the brothel and that you sing about in your song When the Saints”. Forgive the haziness of this question… information that has been in my brain from more than a week tends to get scrambled. You talked about getting involved in a ministry that helps women like this girl. I have been watching all that is going on in Texas with this polygamist camp and my heart just aches for these young girls! I have such a longing to help but have no idea how to even begin to get involved. My mind just keeps going back to you and what you said at your concert. I’m hoping that you can at least point me in a direction to find out more about helping young ladies in these situations. Can you send any information? In Him Kristie

Lesa April 18, 2008 • 09:50 AM

My daughter would like to sing "It Might Be Hope" at graduation. We would like to get either the sheet music or accompaniment. Is this possible? Thank you.

Emily April 17, 2008 • 05:22 PM

hi im emily i love your music i meet you at north coast in lorain ohio. ps you are the best

Azure April 16, 2008 • 07:10 AM

Your music has been such a blessing in both my husband's and my life. It is hard to find spiritually uplifting music that has real depth and words that stick in your mind and help you throughout the day. God is using your talent, keep up the good work and many blessings!

Tracey April 15, 2008 • 06:54 AM

Hi Sara, I saw you at Parkside Church in Chagrin Falls this past Saturday and loved you! I had heard one of your songs on WCRF radio and I liked it. I picked up your newest CD at the Christian book store the night before the conference for the listening pleasure of my girlfriends in the car on the way to the conference. I was so glad I had it because we were somewhat familiar with some of the other songs you sang. You voice and lyrics are amazing. But what I really like is that you seem to be just like me in your love for the Lord. You're the kind of person I could see myself having coffee with or my boys (14 and 13) entertaining your boys while we chat.(I also have an 11 year old daughter so I felt a connection with you when I heard your interview on the radio and you told about your children.) Thank you for your music. It won't be the last time I see you! All the best, Tracey Muniak

Stephanie April 14, 2008 • 09:55 PM

Hi Sara, My father is in the Federal Medical Prison in Springfield, MO and has been ministered to by your grandfather. I cannot tell you how much we as a family appreciate this man we have never met. I see you are coming to Rochester, MN next week on the 25th of April. I would love to come to the concert, but cannot attend the conference on Saturday. I will contact Autumn Ridge Church tomorrow and see if they will allow a discount for Friday night only. I will introduce myself to you when you are finished. God bless you and your family and your extended family!! There is NOTHING like the family of God. Thanks again, Stephanie Wurgler

Wendy Duval - MOPS leader April 14, 2008 • 07:04 PM

This note, while genuinely sincere in it's remarks, is also a request for "Add to the Beauty CD's as a giveaway to MOPS moms in Naples, FL. May 18th, we will share "Our Favorite Things" (like Oprah) and I'd like to share your CD with our moms (approx. 20 moms). Your music has touched my soul - therefore, it is my favorite "thing" this year. I'm reasonably new to MOPS (just 1.5 years) as our church coordinator. I attended our annual convention in Orlando (Sept)and truly enjoyed your presence with us. Your music speaks directly to the hearts of moms so well! I returned home, previously unaware that I owned your "Add to the Beauty" CD. For me, those songs speak volumes in my life now! "Taking our church to the moon" makes me laugh at reality and the other songs remind me that "it's gonna be alright" in times when I truly need to hear it. Times when I've strayed away from the routine of studying scripture, times when my children need more of me than I have to offer, times when I can't decide what's most important on my to do list, or when I just can't remember who I really am. I even want to share the part about "I can see you're not getting any sleep..." with ALL new moms... Reaching out to people is a gift and you do it well. Thank you for that. Thank you for being a true witness and real person amidst a world of destruction and pain. There is beauty in this world and you have done a wonderful job of adding to it, just by sharing yourself with the rest of us! May God continue to bless you and your family. Sincerely, Wendy Duval 239-455-6686

Jamie April 14, 2008 • 03:13 PM

Sara, you are an inspiration to me - when I first heard your song "Hello Lord" I started on my true walk with the Lord. Before that moment I hadn't believed in something bigger than myself - I thought of God and church as an obligation of my time. Thank you for helping me to see clearly through your beautiful voice and lyrics! God bless!

Randy Saxon April 14, 2008 • 08:48 AM

I just saw the video for "I Saw What I Saw" and I must tell you it is one of the best songs ever written about a mission trip. As someone who leads a mission organization, I was moved to tears. God bless you for putting into words what I have felt many times.

Jenna April 13, 2008 • 05:13 PM

HELLO! I would love to be able to use your song "Hes always been faithful" in my wedding in June. One of my friends said she would sing it for me, but I have had trouble finding an instrumental version of it. Does one exist? If anyone has any input i would greatly appreciate it! Thanks so much and God bless you!

Luci Boudreaux April 13, 2008 • 01:44 PM

Dear Sara, You're such a blessing! Thank you for sharing the awesome gift that God has provided you. Love in Christ, Luci

Alicia Garriotte April 12, 2008 • 05:40 PM

I'm so thankful for your Conversations Album. I've been walking with the Lord since '97 but the last couple of years I have gone through a tough time. I left corporate america and went to live in a Remote village in Romania to get away, to think, to hear from Him. I'd always put my iPod on when I got into bed and one night it landed on This Journey is My Own and it took my breath away. I must have listened to it a hundred times. The message He gave you to give, He used with me. I treasure that time, I treasure that night, I treasure Him, and I treasure that song. The entire album is so beautiful. Thanks for being who He created you to be because He used your work to speak to me in a powerful way. Here are some pictures from that time. Alicia www.livinginslobozia.com

Valerie April 12, 2008 • 04:43 PM

I was at Parkside conference and I just wanted to say that you were a blessing and an inspiration. I too write and play guitar and I would love to get more deeper w/ my songs. Just like you I too have had a rough two years but I think it's made me stronger in Christ. But I just wanted to say thank you for being obedient to the Lord and walking in your gift. God Bless, Val

Sheila April 12, 2008 • 04:01 PM

Hi Sara, Today I seen you at the Living Hope Women's Conference for the first time ever and I absolutely love you well, your music. :) I also love melody she has a beautiful voice is there some way I can albums by her too? Or does she sing with you and have songs on your album together? My favorite song that touched and blessed me was your son For My Sons I can't wait to get your CD, I wasn't able to at the time. Thank you so much for what you are doing and giving.

susan nelson April 12, 2008 • 02:04 PM

Sara, thank you for contributing so much to the Moody Women's Conf. on Saturday at Parkside. I wanted to chat, but felt hesitant to stop,...I could see there was deep conversation between you an three other women. The songs were so appropriate for each speaker that spoke,..and I could see the connection from your eyes to your sons hearts. Family means so much. I was truly ministered too. I just wish my 11yr.old could've been there for the music, and to meet you, to see how "real" you are,with no facades. She sees so much secular fakeness out there,and even,sad to say in the Christian realm. It's refreshing,& heart warming to experience someone who allows Jesus to really live thru them. glad you're feeling better, and I hope the cough drops helped. blessings to you,& family, sue

Misty Noble April 12, 2008 • 01:39 PM

Sara, I just met you yesterday (4/11/08) at Moody's Living Hope Conference in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. You are a much more beautiful person than I ever realized when I first heard, "that girl w/ the beautiful voice". You spoke to my heart when I first heard your voice years ago and yesterday, after seeing you w/ your family and sitting (almost) next to you in the pew, I realized that this "far away" voice, this "beautiful voice", she is as real as I and her words are mine and I just didn't know how to sing them. Now I can put my words and thoughts to music when I listen to yours. The Lord knows where my heart is, I just don't always have the right words to say to Him what I'm feeling. But you gave my feelings some words, some direction, thank you. I said to you when I met you that I believe that the Lord puts people in our lives at certain times, for different reasons. I believe yesterday was my moment for Him to speak to me, through you. Thank you for your beautiful voice, and your cause!! May the Lord Bless you, your family and those that you touch! In sisterly love, ~Misty Noble~ p.s. I was asking you what CD your song "Joshua or Jacob" was on...silly me, hahaha, you were right, it was Jeremiah and the CD was the Other Side of Something. This was the CD I loved and the song that spoke to me (as a new Christian at the time) was "This is the One Thing I know". You were right in your song, He hasn't let me go! Thanks again Sarah!!

carol munyon April 11, 2008 • 07:08 PM

While driving to work a few weeks ago, I heard "Saints go Marching in." I wept. Thank you for the kind of music you sing. I am so inspired by your heart. Keep going Sara. Keep pressing on. You are God's special gift to this world. We need you. A sister in Christ and a pastor's wife, Carol

Clarissa April 11, 2008 • 06:30 PM

Your songs resonate within me... the are so full of truth... Thank you for sharing your talent with the world and opening your heart to us all... your nomad dvd is moving too... i have become more aware of my own spiritual buffalo as you describe it...the words "your courage asked me what i'm afraid of" have brought me to really look beyond and to do what i can here and now. Over the past years i have been so dissatisfied with the presidential candidates feeling as if i must choose a lesser of evils... this year was no exception...until i heard of Joe Schriner... www.voteforjoe.com His campaign platform speaks to the heart of matters... I believe that he might resonate with you too. Praying you and yours are well. God bless, Clarissa

Fred April 11, 2008 • 11:22 AM

You gave a great concert in Eau Claire a few years ago...thoroughly enjoyed it! Can't help but ask. Could you have visited Englewood, FL a few years ago?

Allan Dean April 10, 2008 • 09:25 PM

Your saints marching in song, I've heard it once or twice and no more. It was awesome. A couple of weeks before that, I had read about IJM in a men's devotional booklet. Amazing work. And your advice about not wasting any part of my life, slaps me in the face. Which I needed. Thanks I see no Southeast visits on your schedule.. :(

Will Livingston April 10, 2008 • 07:12 PM

My wife and I just watched The Ultimate Gift and heard your song in the end. Very cool Sara! Nice to hear a familiar voice on our DVD player. See you at the Ryman next year. Or anytime you make it through Dallas. -Will

Tyler April 10, 2008 • 06:24 PM

Sara, your music is such an inspiration! "When the Saints" plays constantly on my iPod. Thank you for sharing such an awesome message with us. Please, PLEASE release an accompaniment track for that song so we can continue sharing the message with others! Thanks!

Michelle April 10, 2008 • 12:51 PM

Hi Sara, I saw you at the Behold the Lamb conference this winter and loved your insight. Since then, I found your "He's Always been Faithful" song and I want to use it in my wedding in 2 weeks. However, I can't find the performance track for my friend to sing to it. If anyone knows how to find it, please contact me so that we can use this song. I love the depth to it and feel it expresses my sentiment of how faithful the Lord has been to me. Thanks so much. Michelle

mary doherty April 09, 2008 • 10:28 PM

Ok, this is a little unique. A very dear friend (Debbie) with a fantastic voice and a sweet spirit for God is going to be on the Chuck Swindoll cruise with you, along with her neighbor (Anna), also a friend, who just recently lost her husband. Debbie is going as Anna's guest, as Debbie and her family are struggling tremendously financially, yet she continues to persevere and trust God, struggling at times, but mostly wanting to encourage others. I hope there will be a chance for you to somehow connect with her, I know she will bless you! You've blessed me with your music, and I know she will enjoy your part so much! Please try to meet her somehow! It'd be amazing if you two could sing together, she has a great ear for harmony - God bless you, Mary Doherty

Paul Barber April 09, 2008 • 08:24 PM

Saw someone is ill--so sorry--you've been lifted up in prayer. Thank you so much for the powerful song about the little girl sold into slavery (track # 3 "Say A Prayer"). That song has broken my heart and made this issue so real in my consciousness. I can't stop thinking about my 3 daughters and how tragic this issue is. I spoke to my children tonight in our devotion about injustice, hating what God hates and righteous anger.... not returning to our comfortable lives and living in denial about horrific injustice. Troy & Sara, you can change the world with songs like this! Aunt Esther must sure be proud--we sure are. Keep the dream alive! PS I see you get to play with Fernando in a few weeks--Awesome!!! Paul & Vicki Barber The Gray's friends in Birmingham, Al

Hollie Echevarria April 09, 2008 • 07:22 PM

Greetings, From a wife, special ed. teacher, and fellow believer in Dallas, TX. Oh, how I feel like we are kindred spirits. You write what God, too, inclines my heart to believe. Loving a Person was my husbands and I's first dance at our wedding...truly special. It is indeed a pleasure to know you through your music. But it is Even Greater to know God more through you. Grace and Peace

Lana Zazelenchuk April 09, 2008 • 07:25 PM

Wow....Sara.....you have no idea how you have touched my life. I just finished watching the Nomad DVD. It was amazing. You have stirred something in my soul. I was in Rwanda last year and I find it very difficult to function back in Canada. Watching you and your struggles makes me feel like someone actually understands me. It is hard to put into words how Rwanda has affected but your video "I Saw What I Saw" wonderfully puts it to song for me. Thank you for your sprirt and your heart. You have touched my life. When I go back to Rwanda in August I am taking your video with me to show my host family. Thank you again! Be BLESSED!!!

Ruth E. Perry April 08, 2008 • 12:56 PM

Hello Sara - and Sara's Father.I am sorry that I do not know your name. I hope and pray this finds you and your family well! I have been truly blessed to have been introduced to your music by my lovely boyfriend Simon. He is a follower of Christ as well and gave me a few of your CDS to encourage me on my walk. Thank you for writing with such conviction! I am orginally from the States but have been living in Wales for the last 3 1/2 years where I currently teach at a Primary School. At the moment, I have been blessed with the opportunity to teach R.E. and music. My boyfriend Simon was so touched when once he received a response from your husband Sara.(He was quite excited and honoured when he told me!And this was quite a while after he had recieved the e-mail - maybe a year? :)) Simon was asking when you would be performing in the UK. Your husband said you would like to, but did not know how near in the future that would be. I hope if God wills that you do end up over this way sometime. Now on to my selfish question - Simon just had a birthday and I was wondering Sara if you would mind sending him just a little message. I have not been able to think of something he would find quite touching. But I know he would be touched to hear from you. Sorry this is so long - I know you have many other messages to respond to. God be with you all, Ruth E.

angela baird April 07, 2008 • 06:48 PM

I sent you a message yesterday and I was not sure if you had my email to respond. abaird1@telus.net I hope to hear from you.

Russ Donaho April 07, 2008 • 11:31 AM

Sara, when are you going to release the sheet music to "when the saints"? I would love to be able to play and sing it! KEEP writing--it is great!!!

bruce bergstrom April 07, 2008 • 06:41 AM

I spent time in Iraq and listened to the "Conversations" CD about twice a week. It seemed to fit the surreal setting there. My job was to help the wounded as they came into the combat support hospital and sometimes they didn't make it. The going home song fit in well. Since I grew up in Minnesota it was calming to sense that familiar tone in your music. So thanks, and I pray that God will bless you and family for me helping out in Iraq. Bruce in Brainerd

angela baird April 06, 2008 • 08:24 PM

I have just happened upon you on American Itunes. I love your voice and your words. i sing in a worship band in Calgary Alberta Canada. I have been looking all over for a copy of the Lead Sheets for "Come be who you are". The song was found on the the City in the Hills album. I do not know if you will have a copy or could tell me where to get one. I have let my band mates listen to your songs. We have not heard about you before other than on ITunes USA. Thanks and keep up the great work. My new theme song for the month is "I just showed up for my life" It is a song that reminds me to remember GOD first and forget about the trivial problems. I hope this reaches you and you are well. God Bless. Come sing in Calgary anytime.

Naomi Woods April 06, 2008 • 01:58 PM

Sara, Two questions, 1. Will you have a song book with "The other side of something" and "Tell me what you know"? 2. I am a rookie song writer and I would love the change to glimpse into your song writing process? Do you write lyrics, melody, or accompaniment first? Do you write the melody and others arrange it? Etc. I woul absolutely love a chance to write a song with you. Thanks, Naomi

Connie Pattersn April 06, 2008 • 09:58 AM

I just wanted to say your music has impacted my life in a wonderful and personal way. I am 45yrs old and have been married for 23 years. I am presently and unfortunatley going through a divorce as a result of my husbands infidelity. I have loved and served the lord since about age 10. This is not were I thought I would be at this point in my life. The phrase from one of your songs, " I just showed up for my own life " and " It's going to be alright " have recently been my theme songs. I just purchased your newest CD and I love that too. All I can say is your song wrting abilities are Awesome,and you have a way of touching to the depths of who we are in Jesus. Thank-you Sarah Groves for having the courage to put into words and music what we only dream of conveying.Thank-you Jesus for giving Sarah this wonderful gift. Connie

Lisa April 06, 2008 • 05:30 AM

Sara, Thank you so much for touring and playing the "little" venues that keep your concerts so personal. I've seen you several times in our area, last night at Crossroads in Mequon, WI. God is using you in powerful ways; your articulation of your thoughts -- the thoughts He's given you -- is masterful!!

melanie hill April 05, 2008 • 09:13 PM

I love your music-it is awesome-my favorite song is "When the saints" and my other favorite is It Might Be Hope" I would love to get the album with those songs plus more of your wonderful songs but my family is struggling hard enough as it is-so hopefully one day I can buy your music. I pray that God blesses you with the best in life. Melanie Hill

Tanya Collins April 05, 2008 • 06:58 PM

Hi Sara! I'm a former co-worker of Troy's from KKMS days. Back then, you were just getting your first CD off the ground. We were all so excited for you. I had your first 2 CD's and played them constantly. And then since kids, my CD player has been filled with pre-school music. Well, a couple weeks ago I went to the bookstore and instead of going straight for the Veggie Tales aisle like I normally do, I decided to look at some grown up music and see what's been happening since 2002. Your latest CD caught my eye! I have playing it over and over in the van and am enjoying it so much. Just like you hoped, it's music that is pleasant and fun to listen to and yet it packs a punch in the lyrics! I LOVE that you have so much substance in your lyrics. Usually artists will write one or two lines and say them over and over. After listening to "music for little ears" for so long, it's good to get some music with a little "meat" on it (and still sound great, too!) Thanks for all you do! Blessings on you and your little family!

Richard Alleyne April 05, 2008 • 05:17 PM

Hey sara - just wanted to say thanks for all your inspiring words which drive to work and home most days! Please continue to shine his light. Hey, have you ever thought about coming to the UK to tour? We would so so love to see you! God be with you and your family. Keep on planting. Love Richard

Desmond Dreyer April 05, 2008 • 11:27 AM

Hi Sarah & dad :-) I just want 2 say th@ U R a real blessing & i'm not sure what guitar you're using i'm sure it's a taylor it sounds so sweet I only got 2 hear Ur songs recently & it's given me hope I have 2 say th@ it's gripped my life & shaken it, from a worship leader 2 a total drop out & not really wanting 2 know God or should I say as U wrote in Ur song how is it between Us Lord? It shook me then U sang a painting of egypt & the journey is my own. I now feel there is still 4 me Thanks keep being real

Sarah April 05, 2008 • 05:20 AM

Hi! Im a 20 year old girl from Austria, also called Sarah, but with h. ;-) You have so much faith, Ive never seen before I guess. Through your songs I often was healed by God and understood by you and him. Sometimes in your lyrics, you just write exactly how I feel and what I experienced. It`s like you`re so much a sister to me, and we will probably never meet. What I also believe that God values about you is your thankfulness. I believe he wants to say, you shall keep that(I can learn from you a lot about that), because it kept you from much harm. But: You have to know that you can have anything and do anything in life in Jesus. You really can, if you want to. There`s no limit, you are the one to set the limit, it`s not God who sets the limits to your dreams and it`s not even people. Probably, you haven`t been valued for your faith in the right way all your life long-just I have not(even by Christians). But God values your faith so unbelievable much. He believes everything (1.corinthians 13,....) love believes all things. God believes all good things about you. Wow, please go on in what you do. You are such a strong and comforting spirit. You are just such a sister to me, that sounds crazy to me. But it`s true. Jesus values you so much more than you think, just like the people don`t value your faith, that`s just the measure with which Jesus values your faith. Go on, take your dreams up again and act upon your faith, if you want to. God wants you to be happy. He is different, you are right. You are right. You were right in what you thought. You were right, when you believed all things are possible with God. You are right!

Yolanda April 04, 2008 • 04:28 PM

Thank you for such a great ministry. I have always been encouraged by your gift. I just heard Hiding place for the fist time,and was very touched.However,I couldnt have the lyrics. Can you please help.Thank you so much. Blessings!!!

Karen Watt April 04, 2008 • 01:31 PM

Hi Sara, I love your music and am always inspired and have my spirit lifted when I listen to it. I was wondering if you had any plans to come to Canada??We would love to see you in Alberta!

Emily Smith April 04, 2008 • 05:52 AM

Love, love, love, the new CD. But I have a ?? The one I have has two extra songs on it ("Did you ever need a Song?" and "Freedom") which might be my two faves on the album! (Well, to be honest, my fave is whatever song I'm listening to at the time :-) ANYway is there any way to get these songs? I can't see them anywhere, on the site or on iTunes?? I want to get the CD for my sisters but I want them to have these songs... Help!

Dave Yates April 03, 2008 • 07:02 PM

Bought "Add to the Beauty" on iTunes a while back... because I heard the track "Something Changed" and it blew me away. Found my way back to your page, and read about your travels and "getting down to the bone" experiences. Very moving... very challenging to my perception of what seem to be some difficult times right now. When we lose perspective on how blessed we are, and how much we have to be grateful for, our recognition of who and what we are, and what we have been givin with the gift of a life, dulls down, and we lose our deepest selves to the din of everyday. Thanks for the unexpected wake-up splash of cool water Sara. I needed to be reminded....

Beth Owen April 03, 2008 • 03:07 PM

I forgot to give you my e-mail. bethowen@elmore.rr.com

Beth Owen April 03, 2008 • 02:58 PM

Please respond asap to this e-mail. Our team from our church is going to Uganda. Our team needs to raise support to get there so we can minister to the Ugandan children, door to door evangelism, and encourage believers that planted a church last summer. Our church sent a team then as well. I believe we can share the Sara's music on Tell Me What You Know along with pictures showing our mission to compel people give to this cause. However, we need sheet music showing guitar parts, vocals, etc. We have musicians, we just need music. Is this available? Is there anyway she would let us borrow the music if it is not available. I know you do not know me or my team members or my church for that matter. Our church is Eastwood Presbyterian Church in Montgomery, Alabama. Our church has a heart for reaching the world for Jesus Christ. I believe God has placed this idea in my mind. Please respond and let me know your thoughts. Thank you, Beth Owen 334-567-6311 334-220-9399 Eastwood P.C. 334-272-3103/Pastor Aaron Fleming My address: 253 Rifle Range Ridge Wetumpka, Alabama, 36093 Church Address: Eastwood Presbyterian Church 1701 E. Trinity Blvd. Montgomery, Alabama 36107

David Penner April 03, 2008 • 01:11 PM

Dear Sara, This may seem outrageous but after over 40 years of playing music, I'm beginning to comprehend the importance of the lyrics. (I only had ears for the music) Thanks for a little encouragement toward appreciating the value of words. Dave<><

Monica Grimm April 03, 2008 • 12:29 PM

Sara-I love your voice! I found your cd's at our local library and I've been a fan every since. I hope I get to see you in concert some day! I am a 47 year old mom, married, my husband and I work at a Christian residential facility for boys and girls ages 8 to 18. The kids are so rough, and their lives are so bad, I read your notes about Elisabeth, and I have girls that have had almost the same experiences, but their families are the rapists and abusers, right here in the ol' United States of America-Sometimes I go to bed and just cry and ask God why-and what little thing can I do for these kids. One night of crying and praying he laid it upon my heart-"you are just here to love my children-they can only understand my love for them through you and others, you are my hands and feet" Wow-and I think I have big lessons to teach! Please keep the music coming-I need it for my own spiritual growth and my alone/relaxation time!! Peace and Love-Monica

Renata April 02, 2008 • 11:52 AM

Hi Sara, Love your music; I'm so moved every time I hear “When the Saints”. The song touches my soul. I’m so glad to Lord inspired you with these words that bless others. Renata

Amber April 02, 2008 • 08:55 AM

Hi Sara, You are a true inspiration to showing God's love and word! I live in Las Vegas, NV and would love if you could come here for a concert! Hope you are feeling better! God Bless!

Michael Peebles April 01, 2008 • 06:28 PM

Loved the concert in Birmingham! Also I love all your songs (I bought most of them twice. hope it helps). So when I make electrician calls, Jesus and I are listening to all your wonderful songs. Stay faithful! God bless. Michael Peebles, Birmingham, AL

Sarah April 01, 2008 • 04:49 AM

My sister and I love your song- "When the Saints." We even created a movie to play behind it with pictures of many of the "saints" you speak of. We want to play it for an upcoming youth night at church and sing the song, but we cannot find an accompaniment version. Is there anywhere we can download a track without the vocal? We are running out of time! Thanks.

rewordile March 31, 2008 • 05:49 PM

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Beth Owen March 30, 2008 • 10:46 PM

I have been so moved by the songs on the Tell me What You Know CD. Our church is sending a team to Uganda in June and I would very much like to know if we could sing some of these songs as we try to gain supporters for our trip. Is there any way it would be possible? These songs convey what I would like to convey to the people who are not going to Africa but want to be a part of sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with the Ugandans. They truly reach down deep into the heart and give insight to the struggles and Hope there. Please respond and let me know if this would be possible. Does Sara have any sheet music that she would share or soundtracks to these songs. I am in Wetumpka, Alabama just outside of Montgomery. Please email a response or call @ 334-567-6311. I am with Eastwood Presbyterian Church, PCA in Montgomery. Thank you, Beth Owen.

Katelyn Ison March 30, 2008 • 11:36 AM

Sarah, Your song "Maybe there is a loving God" has really touched me. I sit and cry when I hear it because I feel like it was written to me. I have hard a terrible battle this year and this song gives me hope that God loves me even though I have been unresponsive... Thank you for this song.

Burt Wizeman March 29, 2008 • 09:28 PM

Hey Troy and Sara, I have had a blast with my newly repaired Ipod as I played all of Sara's CD's throughout the week. Really got to dig into a few songs that I had just glanced at before. Thanks much. Agape Grande', Burt

Laura Johnson March 29, 2008 • 07:28 PM

Hi Sara, My name is Laura Johnson and I go to Crossroads Presbyterian Church where you will be playing next weekend. (I grew up in Burnsville, MN by the way.) I have always loved your music and I attended your concert the last time you were at Crossroads. It was excellent! Our church has been studying and trying to deal with affluenza and so I was wondering if you would play "All I Need" at the upcoming concert.

Jill March 29, 2008 • 05:52 PM

I love your music. Your voice is so peaceful and last Mother's Day my husband bought me your "Station Wagon" CD. I love it. I am a photographer and would love to feature a song or two from that album on my website. How do I go about seeking permission?

United By Faith Church in Evergreen Park, Illinois March 29, 2008 • 05:04 PM

Tomorrow is the Gospel story of "Doubting Thomas." Usually before our Service we start with a musical prelude, whether that be a choir piece or an instrumental work, or rarely, a recording. We know we've found the perfect prelude for tommorrow: your recording of "How is it Between Us." What a neat way to start this service. Next week is even better: the Road to Emmaus - the Choir is singing "Remember Surrender" during the Offering - even though it makes that one sappy Alto break into tears every time. We're going to decorate our church like a Revival Tent for Pentecost - though the Janitor has put the nix on the sawdust on the floor. Our prelude for that Service is "Tent in the Center of Town." Anyway, we love your work, it's making our Worship life incredibly more meaningful to A LOT of people, and you are in our prayers. Much peace and many blessings to you. - the Faith Ensemble at United By Faith.

Susan Urquhart March 29, 2008 • 04:10 PM

Your lyrics are precious, and your melodies are wonderful.

Mallory March 29, 2008 • 02:38 PM

I really love the song 'When the Saints' on your newest album. We have a ladies ansemble at my church and would love to sing it, but we can't find a track or the sheet music. I hope it will be released in the future! You have a beautiful voice and I love the message in your music.

Jeff March 28, 2008 • 04:40 PM

Can music disciple someone? I think yours has. I've learned about how grace works in the earthiness and messiness of our lives and brings something beautiful out of it. I'm a pastor in San Francisco. When I drive to church on Sunday with the burdens of my people on my mind, I've found myself praying along with "When the Saints." I'm inevitably drawn to walk into people's lives and proclaim freedom. And there's nowhere else I'd rather be than in the long march of saints down the Calvary road. Many thanks for letting these songs spill out of how grace has been working in you.

Chuck Cox March 28, 2008 • 12:58 PM

Very attractive website! Troy and Sara...we continue to be inspired by your ministry. You are a devoted and gifted couple, having insights beyond your years, that our Lord is using in a mighty way. As you bless people, we pray God's richest blessings for you and your loved ones! Chuck

A Sara Groves Fan March 28, 2008 • 11:12 AM

Oh! I just read something.....please acome to Pheonix, AZ!! I haven't ever seen you in concert.

A Sara Groves Fan March 28, 2008 • 11:11 AM

Hi!! This is a cool site! I really like listening to your CD taht I have...which one? :)

Erika March 28, 2008 • 09:50 AM

Hi Sara, I love all of your music! What a blessing...I am really enjoying the, "Tell me What you know" Cd - and I love hearing my four year old daughter sing out loud, "Tell Me What you know!"...what a wonderful time that is for me! I have so many favorite songs from you but lately your song, Less like Scars is such a testimony for me. I've had some rough years but God has brought me through so much and taught me so much - I am humbled and grateful for the lessons. It's your lyrics that speak so much to me....I hope you might someday put some of your beautiful words on bags or shirts or journals...stuff.... I'd love to wear or use something that reflects how I feel and what God has shown me through words from you! But whatever you do - I am just grateful that you convey how I feel about so many things. God has given you such an amazing gift to share! I thank God for you Sara - God Bless you all!

Gary Kimpel March 28, 2008 • 09:16 AM

Just sayinh hello

Carol McGuirk March 28, 2008 • 06:59 AM

Sara, Your music is a daily part of my family's life.We have every CD. I have three teenagers. You actually met them all when you came out to Canton,MA several years ago to perform for our church. You had just gotten your bus and it hit the overhang of the front entrance of the High School. I enjoyed meeting you all so much. My daughter listens to "Hello Lord", whenever she is struggling spiritually. She loves all of your music. She was baptized in December. Your music helped her make her decision to make Jesus Lord of her life ,it helped her to connect. I am now singing more and song writing more too. I sent you a CD through Jason Gray entitled "Safe Again". I hope you got it. More than anything, please know we love your heart for God and the way you express it in song. You are our favorite because your words have depth. You make our Father Proud! Please come back to the East Coast again. We Love you. John, Carol, Thomas,Timothy and Joanna

Leisa DeVenny March 27, 2008 • 09:33 PM

I was captivated by your song Hiding Place on the Beth Moore CD. Is it possible to obtain the sheet music/cords or accompaniment for this beautiful song? Thanks, new fan from Alabama

Daniel March 27, 2008 • 05:00 PM

My wife introduced me to your music about 7 years ago, and we have been very blessed...We have all your cd's except fro one of them... really love to see you in concert in phoenix, AZ again...we've seen you three times in Phoenix, please come back:)

Elisa Whiteman March 27, 2008 • 03:29 PM

Sara, you have no idea how your music has inspired and encouraged me. I am eighteen years old and an aspiring song writer. I have been writing for about five years and I know God has given me something special. He speaks through and to me with music in ways I could never attempt on my own. I write what I write with honesty and I look to you for encouragement because you are one of the very few artists I know of who, as you put it, says "what you say with deep conviction." Thank you for being a true light in music ministry and obviously desiring to glorify God far more than wanting radio hits. I'll be at the Living Hope conference at Parkside Church on April 11 and I am praying I'll get the chance to meet you. If I don't, know now that you are a huge influence on me. You say that the people of IMJ insire hope in you, but you inspire hope in so many others. Thank you.

Lisa Trombley March 27, 2008 • 05:35 AM

Sara, Thank you sister for taking the time care and compasssion to pass some encouraging words onto Payton Cram as she battles with cancer. Your words continue to speak to my heart... as well, through your music. I have been asked to speak at Story Sunday at my church on June 1st. It will be no doubt an emotional day as it is the first Sunday back in Michigan after serving as houseparents for a years time to a family of 8 orphans in South Africa. The children my husband and I aer caring for are victims of many hurts.......being orphaned by abandonment, death of parents, and those with the HIV/AIDS virus themselves. So many stories to tell.......but instead of speaking I have decided to set some photos of the children and video to your music allowing your lyrics to speak the truth....these are the words I have chosen ......."come on let's rewrite this trajedy one line at a time, hold on we'll change all the scenery......it's o.k. well be fine......because we know how his ends, know there's a better story.......You see with the images of the childrens faces and your music I am not prepared to say it any better. Thank you for your inspirations and messages of God's grace and beauty. To God as always be the Glory, Lisa Trombley

Julie Minell March 25, 2008 • 03:19 PM

Dear Sara, Thank you sooooo much for your music ministry. Your music is refreshing and uplifting. God shines right through you! I am a fifth grade teacher at a Christian school in the Chicago area. Currently, I am teaching my students about the solar system. Having one of my favorite songs, "You are the Sun", running through my head, I got the bright idea to have my students write an essay comparing Jesus to the sun and them/us/humans to the moon. They are using metaphors and similes to put the comparisons in words. They will then use those comparisons to put together an essay. I plan to play your song for them in class after they finish typing their essays. I pray that they come to the same realizations that you did in your song. (If they don't, I will certainly guide them in that direction.) This is an exciting project for me. What a great way for the students to learn about the sun and moon - but more importantly, Jesus and us. If you don't mind, I'd love to post some clips of their essays in your guestbook when they're finished. I am also wondering if you could send them a little something - like a cd single of "You are the Sun" or maybe an encouraging note or picture? I have nineteen students. It would be no problem for me to send you more info (address) if you would be able to send them something. Thanks, again, for all that you do! God bless you and your family. Sincerely, Julie Minell mrs.minell@yahoo.com

Adorebahber March 25, 2008 • 05:48 AM

Hello nice site

Bethany Root March 24, 2008 • 11:01 AM

Hi, I know you probably hear things like this a lot, but your music has for about 3 years been my favorite. It touches my heart in a very deep and personal way. I am a poet and I know what it is like to have a message in you that you want to get out; to share. I also love music and the way that melody and words collide to produce an incredible experience. But I have to say that you by far have captured my heart with the way you are able to help me to remember just how much I love the Lord, and how much I love His message and truth in my life. Through my parents separating, my grandmother dying, my brother and cousin struggling with sexual sin, my best friend fighting God, and my own personal fight against pride, fear and a lack of daily devotion, your music has reminded me how much I love God; how much I rely on Him not only for my strength, but for every good deed. Like in 'You Are The Sun' (the song that made me fall in love with your music) I have no light without turning myself....my whole life unto His bright and unfailing light. Thank you so much for speaking to the world. You truly have a gift of speaking hard to explain things in a beautiful way. Thank you. ~Bethany

Jamison Walsh March 23, 2008 • 11:14 PM

Sara... Words cannot express how much your music is a blessing to my life and so many others. Thank you for sharing such an incredible gift from God with the world. It is appreciated far beyond what little justice my own words could ever convey to you. In Christ, Jamison Walsh

Kelly Morgan March 22, 2008 • 09:24 AM

Hi, I was looking through the previous comments to see if their were any from the UK. To be honest, there were too many to check! Im from a little village in Wales, UK and I just wanted to let you know that you have touched my life and helped me to hear God's voice. Just think how many more like me there may be that you don't even know about. God bless x ps any chance of a UK concert?

Lisa Trombley March 22, 2008 • 12:21 AM

Dearest Sara, Like a single cup of water....."How it Matters". I am writing to ask if you would write a short note to a young girl named Payton she is just 10 and fighting a rare form of cancer. Just last year she danced to "How it Matters" at our home church .......it would mean so much for her to hear from you. The way she added simple beauty to your lyrics and melody were a delight to all who witnessed this drama that unfolded. Now her own drama unfolds and your words to her will matter .......like a single cup of word. You may write to her at www.caringbridge.org/visit/paytoncram Also, her photo dancing is on the Frankenmuth Bible Church website.....just go to Frankenmuth Bible Church.org click on Ministry/worshiparts/Drama...you can't miss her she is the cute blonde who likes a little Dakota Fanning......Thank you so for your gift of music and praises to Jesus through your words and song. In Him, Lisa Trombley

Michaela March 21, 2008 • 09:00 PM

"When the Saints" is beautiful. Thank you for encouraging the saints of God so persuasively to join the Father's work of seeking holistic deliverance and justice. I'd love to have the sheet music so I can sing it in a chapel service the day we honor a Christian martyr at our seminary, but I can't find it. Is it available? Thank you!

Jim Chalker March 21, 2008 • 12:36 PM

Sara, I wish that I could say I have been a fan for years. I’m afraid I don’t keep up with contemporary Christian music. The fact is I had not heard of you before about two days ago when my wife bought your new CD, Tell Me What You Know, for my daughter. I borrowed it and started listening. Your song “The Long Defeat” has stopped me in my tracks. For the last two days I have listened to it over and over. It is astonishing. Musically it is sublime. As poetry it is both brave and ingenious. It goes against one of the most fundamental principles of our culture, our striving and passion for winning… for winners. We don’t tell our children stories of the losers. When we sit down to a David and Goliath movie we can safely assume the David is going to win. It is ingrained in us to strive to win, and that striving does serve us. It means we always reach for something higher. It is hope that propels us. But is it a trap? And just when I am ready to ask that very question, here you come ready to deal with the real world. The fact is by that standard most of us are losers. Now you have me reading up on Dr. Farmer and contemplating what it is to truly give of ourselves... all in an attempt to understand this one breathtaking song. The real genius of it is that you do not give us a two penny answer to resolve and close the dilemma you pose. Somehow you have managed to leave the issue without closure, and yet not without hope. “It’s too heavy to carry, and impossible to leave… and I will never leave.” I haven’t confronted poetry of this quality for years. I haven’t ever been so moved with longing for something I cannot even identify. I have been troubled by my inability to comprehend exactly what you are trying to tell me much less to fathom the depths of its implications. Can you help me understand? Can you tell me more?

Amy Pryor (Bernard) March 21, 2008 • 06:18 AM

Sara, I know you can't read all of these, but to "Papa Colbaugh" if he's reading...remember "Fiddler"? Chava and Hodel? Anyhow, I'm a mother of two now, married to Evangel Grad. Steven Pryor. I've been a teacher for 11 years, a music pastor for 7, and have followed your promising journey and ministry. My family and I are absolutely broken by your newest release. I have been laid bare by the honesty of your lyrics, and this is not the first time. Keep churning out what the Father is speaking to you. You are a modern day revolutionary. You have no idea what you are accomplishing through listeners and fans that are being transformed as they engage in your music. If I ever have the privilege to see you again personally, I would love to pick your brain a bit about this process of writing, chasing the call, and mothering! My husband won't leave me alone about contacting you, and insists that we would have lots to share even though we are only acquaintances from EU! So...here goes. Maybe you'll get this. I'm on the Evangel website. Love, Amy (Bernard) Pryor '97

Steve Swope March 21, 2008 • 06:05 AM

Awesome music Sara! My family and I work in Bolivia as missionaries. Your music is an encouragement and inspiration

Jos March 20, 2008 • 06:13 PM

What you're doing is really great and I thank God for using you to inspire and challenge me and so many other people around the world. I'd like to have a 10th of your faith and joy...I hope that any criticisms that come your way end up being constructive for something as God guards your heart from any ill intentions. Keep it up and thank you...I pray that God will continue to watch over you and your family

Dave Logan March 20, 2008 • 01:20 PM

Hi Sara, Our worship team is doing "I Saw What I Saw" for our Sunday service in 2 weeks. Is there an uncompressed version of the video, put together by Fearless Films, available for purchase? Is there any sheet music available for the song? Love your music and ministry! Thanks, Dave

Jim March 20, 2008 • 07:45 AM

Is there a accompaniment sound track to "When the Saints" ?

Antoinette Good March 17, 2008 • 08:05 PM

Sara, Our family are big fans of your music!!! We have seen you perform twice in Memphis Tn. and listen to your music often. I am so drawn to the message in your songs and think you are an extremely insightful writer....as well as excellent musician! You're cds get top billing in my home stereo and car ever since Conversations and I never get tired of your songs! My daughter plays piano and sings, and has performed a song of yours at youth group. (She will be going to college to study music next year) We have the Conversations book and All Right Here and have loved learning some of the songs. NOW MY QUESTION...we have search for a song from Past the Wishing called Testimony. She would like to learn it but it may not be published for the public. If it is, could you let us know how to purchase it? Thanks for helping us worship the Lord through song! You have truly blessed us with your music!! In Him, Antoinette Good

Charlcie March 17, 2008 • 07:17 PM

Your song," A song for my sons" put into words and lyrics that I could not find. I truly want to prepare my sons for the world that we live in and equip them with the love of Jesus Christ. I want them to know that when I am not around, they have Jesus, and they need him more than anything I can ever provide them. Thank you for voicing my thoughts.

Maralyn (McNaughton) Mathias March 17, 2008 • 11:07 AM

Hi Sara, My husband and I went to Evangel with your parents and I've been a fan of your music since you began. Finally, I'll be able to hear you in person at the Unlimited Women's Conference in Appleton, Wisconsin on April 18. Our two sons and their wives love your music, too. David's wife, Rhonda, has written a song about being a stay-at-home mom. I'd like you to hear it, and maybe sing it someday. I can bring it with me to Appleton. I can't wait to meet you! I'm in the middle of a personal health challenge. See my site: www.maralynsupdates.blogspot.com. Hi Dwight! Hi Nancy! :-)

Joy March 16, 2008 • 09:21 PM

Hi :) I discovered your song "When the Saints" on my friend's Myspace page. I am very inspired by your song and your testimony to seriously seek what my purpose is in helping others and spreading the love of Christ. Thank you and God bless!

Starla March 15, 2008 • 07:00 PM

When I feel lost and without purpose, I somehow come back to your music and find myself again with God. Thank you...

susan nelson March 15, 2008 • 04:49 PM

Sara, I'll be praying for your recovery. From looking at your schedule, I can see that you are kept very busy,multi-tasking as singer,songwriter,and most important,wife & mum. Jillie(my 11yr.old)will be lifting you up to God,that Jesus will just wrap His arms of healing around you,and that your family will sense the Holy Spirit caring for you all. blessings to you&yours,sue

Christine March 15, 2008 • 10:26 AM

Sara's music has been very inspiring. Her sound is simple and beautiful. We listen on the computer and in the car My husband teaches at a Christian school in the City of Chicago and plays music sometimes to help teach a lesson, etc. He sometimes plays songs by Christian artists such as Sara as a way to contrast the mainstream "music" and "artists" these kids are so influenced by. Keep up the wonderful music. I am sure the Lord is ever so pleased. We saw Sara play at Willow Creek sometime ago. You should come back to Willow! - Christine, Roselle, IL

Jesse March 15, 2008 • 06:39 AM

Hello, I'm 13 years old and became a Christian about 2 years ago. Yesterday as I was running, I was listening to my iPod, and I was listening to Generations. Before, I had thought, just fastforward over this one, I'ts about older people who have kids and grandkids. But yesterday, since I was running, I didn't want to get my ipod out of my pocket, I listened to it. When it got to the part about "I can pass on a curse or a blessing" it hit me, the way I live can affect my kids their kids, ect. Since then, I've thought more about what I do, my actions, and it's stopped me from doing the wrong thing a few times. Thank You for writing this song, and I hope to be able to buy more of your cds when I get more money later. I love your voice, it's so different than any other singer I've heard, I also love the song Conversations. Thanks again! -jesse

Beverly Klaiber March 14, 2008 • 09:18 PM

Sara, and those who will actually read this ... I have no doubt that I am, in fact, your biggest fan, and have been since Past the Wishing many years ago. I'm sure you hear others say that they are your biggest fan, but don't believe them, it's really me. I am the one! There is no other artist whose music, ministry of music, has touched me more deeply or consistently. Many of your CD's are perpetually housed in my CD player. They never need to be switched out. They just stay. Somehow it wouldn't be the same without them - paticularly Conversations, Add to the Beauty and your newest release, Tell Me What You Know. I have been blessed to have seen you 4 times now in concert and look forward to another opportunity to see you in Northern California (way northern, please)! Keep up the ministry. I have been blessed by you. (Oh and I have 3 sons, so I am hoping you may soon enter the "3-Boy-Club." Yes, we are an elite group of women)! Keep at it, sister, keep being honest. Oh, and if your dad is reading this ... you did a great job,sir. You are no doubt proud, and humbled, by God's goodness to you in the legacy of your children! The Lord bless you and keep you. And keep shining upon you in even your darkest of times.

Julianne March 14, 2008 • 03:09 PM

Sara- Your music is such and inspiration to all born again christians! Where could I find sheet music to "When The Saints" on your "Tell Me What You Know" CD? I'm interested in piano music and chord charts. Thanks!

Kelly March 14, 2008 • 10:02 AM

It's really ALL about Perspective. Praise God!

Matt March 14, 2008 • 09:31 AM

Sara, you changed my life. Thank you.

Marlene Groves March 14, 2008 • 07:29 AM

The song, "When the Saints" is on Sara's new CD, Tell Me What You Know. Enjoy!

Babs Newton March 13, 2008 • 04:33 PM

Sara, I have been in the middle of a battle in our community over segregation in one of our schools. I have spoken out and many people have been very upset with me, but I know I have been called, by God, to speak the truth on this issue. In the middle of all of this I ordered "Tell me What You Know," not knowing the theme of "justice" throughout it. God knew I needed it. It sustained me throughout the "battle." I cried alot as I listened to that c.d. and it gave me strength. But, it also gave me courage to fight on. Afterall..."I can't just fight when I think I'll win."

Jill Maurer March 13, 2008 • 03:53 PM

Dear Sara, I work at the Family Christian Bookstore in Oceanside, CA and I listen to Christian music through the sound system in the store. That is how I got introduced to your music. My heart that God gave me is for worship and to sing for Him. For the past five years, I have played in the worship band and sang in an occasional choir number. But for the most part, my heart is empty because it needs to sing solo again. I am in a large church where worship is very important, but solo ministry is not used at all. I long to find songs to sing again. There are good songs out there, but to find them in a woman's key is hard. There are so many men and bands that are awesome: Casting Crowns, Michael W. Smith, Chris Tomlin...but you are the first voice I have heard that has given me hope that as a woman I can again sing with the voice God gave me!! I believe your voice range is so similar to mine, it gives me hope that I will again be able to sing for the Lord. In Christ, Jill Maurer

Jill Maurer March 13, 2008 • 03:52 PM

Kati March 13, 2008 • 01:14 PM

Hi Sara, I just want to thank you for your music. I suffered a miscarriage two months ago and found great comfort in your song "It's gonna be alright". I could relate to so much in that song and it really helped me to believe that everything is going to be alright and that God will use this terrible grief for His good and glory. And He is... I have heard you perform many times and I'm looking forward to you performing at my church in April—Autumn Ridge, in Rochester, MN. Blessings to you, Kati PS... Just thought I'd share this... We have the same accountant! Allan has been doing our "books" for a few years now...

Michelle Finney March 13, 2008 • 10:54 AM

I know you are probably too busy to read this and I can totally relate to that as I strive to find balance and priorities in my life also, but I just have to share that because of your faith walk (living in faith every day and putting it in motion) I have been moved to tears -- every time I listen to Conversations, in particular, "He's always been faithful", I just have to take time to tell God how wonderful he's been to me and I can just feel Him flood the room. Your relationship with God must be so strong to carry over into people's lives like that, over and over, to bring listeners to stop and let God flood their room and it never becomes stale. Thank you. Praise God!

Kylie March 11, 2008 • 05:36 PM

I was at the Hillsongs Colour Your World Womens conference last weekend and Brooke Fraser from Hillsong sang your song "When the Saints" - it really touched me and I have spent the past few days trying to track it and you down. I can't find the song on Itunes to download and it doesn't seem to be on any of your albums. If anyone reads this could you please let me know how I might be able to get a copy of that song in Australia?? I would be very grateful. Thanks.

Ben March 11, 2008 • 09:50 AM

Sara, My wife and I recently got to hear you sing in Birmingham. We wanted to say hello afterward, but had to hit the road. Just wanted you to know that your music is definitely a part of our lives. Quick story. You were in Montgomery, AL in 2002 and I was in line to meet you. The girl in front of me was pretty strange and telling you about her life ambition to join and sing with a Christian music group. She went on and on and it was awkward. You just stood there and looked at her eyes and listened and interacted with her like everything was absolutely normal, and you didn't rush her to hurry up and finish saying what she wanted to say. Watching you show grace, I was really convicted by your humility and patience and my lack of it. Redemption comes in strange places - right? You really made an impression. I have been a fan and kept on buying albums ever since. Stay faithful to your calling(s) in life and keep showing grace to everyone you meet. Grace and peace to you and your family.

Silas Do Carmo March 10, 2008 • 09:39 PM

I was in Riverside,CA last week to attend your show. I was so excited, but infortunately you're sick. I have been praying for you. I hope you better. Silas Alta Loma, CA

Fondra Magee March 10, 2008 • 07:08 PM

Sara, I have a picture I'd love to send you from your recent concert at Shades Mtn. Baptist Church during their Global Impact Conference. The picture is of you and me (I'm in character as BUBBLES THE CLOWN) If you'd like a copy of this picture, feel free to email me at Bubbles@BubblesTheClown.org and send me an email in which to send photo. On mission with Christ, Fondra Magee

susan nelson March 10, 2008 • 05:46 PM

Sara(or sara's dad),went to youtube,to watch the video "less like scars" and it wouldn't come in. is there an expiration date on those things? blessings to you all,sue

Josh D March 10, 2008 • 01:35 PM

hey Sara! Just wanted to let you know that your music spoke volumes to me last week while I was having some doubts about my faith. I appreciate that your lyrics are so real and relateable. It's refreshing to hear music like yours; thanks very much! P.S. If you're looking for a touring bassist, give me a holler :P

Mike Schurch March 10, 2008 • 09:34 AM

Hi Sara and Troy, Hey I was driving to Red Wing when it occurred to me that it would be great if you could do a book either with or without the lyrics of all your songs. The important part of the book would be the stories behind the songs. At the concerts I've seen you at, you tell a little about how the songs came about. A book would get the whole story behind each song on paper. God bless, Mike

Lana Zazelenchuk March 10, 2008 • 08:53 AM

As I wipe the tears off of my cheek I realized there is someone out there who gets me. Someone who sees and understands my heart. I was in Rwanda last summer and have not been able to put into words how I have changed. The video "I Saw What I Saw" explained my feelings to my husband, to my friends and to my family. Know that you have touched my heart, you put into song what I have been feeling since I came home. THANK YOU, just doesn't seem to do it justice. Lana

Arwen Fair March 10, 2008 • 08:38 AM

Thank you so much for your latest song, When the Saints. It has become my theme song for the year. I am inspired to keep running the race. I am unbelievably moved to tears every time I hear it. When you start listing all the saints you see..I am compelled to engage my world,my children, my every interaction with a passion for Christ. Your turn of phrase is so thoughtful and provoking. It pushes me to engage my hert and mind as one. Thank you. I have been blessed many times by your music.

K.B. March 09, 2008 • 09:40 PM

Sara, I heard your song "you are the sun" just the other day and can not tell you how much I love it and how often I replay it. It is so poetic. I saw you were just in the dallas / ft worth area and I am sorry I didn't know about you. Please come back to ft. worth!

Jenny March 09, 2008 • 08:16 PM

Hi Sara, I was really looking forward to your concert in Riverside last week. I was of course disappointed when it was canceled, but I pray you are feeling better soon! I hope you do plan another trip soon to the OC/Riverside area. Oh, and I purchased the rights to "You Cannot Lose My Love" for my website. Check it out: www.jennymcmastersphotography.com

Steven D from Fort Wayne, IN March 09, 2008 • 06:21 PM

Dear Sara, I have never been one for Christian music before; I have always enjoyed more of the fringes of the rock scene. But I heard one of your songs, "Something Changed," at the end of the movie, "The Ultimate Gift," and immediately loved it. I ran out in the middle of the night to try to find your album or the soundtrack from the movie, but had to show some patience and wait until the following day to get it. I only have one word for you: Wow! You're voice, and the way that you use it, is heart warming and inspirational. Please keep up this wonderful work that you are doing. I really do think you have found your calling! May God continue to bless you!

Steve & Paolina Fenech March 09, 2008 • 03:14 PM

Hi Sara...and hi dad! I was channel flipping and I caught your new video on GMC and fell in love with "I saw what I saw." Then, I purchased your new CD "Tell me what you know." Listened to it over and over and watched the DVD with my 12 year old daughter, Paolina. We are now HUGE fans and love you, and love that God has led you out of the box and out to serve. You're right, it's not silly, it's crazy and scary and beautiful...and so are you. Thank you for listening to your heart, following Jesus, and inspiring us all with your music and your love. I could go on and on with how I cried with you in your music, your videos, your love for your God...but I don't have to, you already get it. Keep listening and following. I promise to do the same. Love, Love, Love, Steve Fenech www.journeyifc.com ps: Paolina said "you are pretty." I agree.

TamaraRose March 08, 2008 • 09:22 PM

Sarah- I have been at a Christian eating disorder facility in Arizona called Remuda Ranch for the last 60 days. There your cd would play sometimes in the morning while we were getting vitals, to weekend afternoons when some of us girls would just read and rest on the couches. Your music has been very uplifting and memorable in my recovery. Now being home in California- I checked out some of the projects you have been involved with in Africa. I am currently on leave of absence from my Photography school, but I am studying to be a visual journalist and want to travel to africa and allow God to use me amoung the women slaves to sex work. Im writing this to you because if you are planning on taking a trip to Africa in the future, I would love to get involved. I know you have no clue who I am, but I feel God can and wants to use me. There are so many women suffering in the prostitution work, God wants me somehow to get involved.... and I believe in his power to steer me the right direction. Thanks for your time God Bless Tamara Rose

SARAH ZACHARARIAH March 08, 2008 • 06:09 PM

DEAR SARA, I REALLY LIKE YOUR SONG ABOUT WHEN THE SAINTS GO MARCHING IN.I AM 10 YEARS OLD.I LISTEN TO ALL YOUR SONGS.(MY FAVORITE SONG IS THE ONE I SAID AT THE TOP.I LOVE YOUR VOICE. YOUVE GOT SO MUCH TALENT. MAY GOD BLESS YOU, SARAH Z

Paul Williams March 08, 2008 • 10:15 AM

I'm a pastor of a small church in Blythe, CA. My daughter is a junior at Cal State Long Beach. My wife and I miss her when she is away at school ... she's a good kid ... she loves Jesus so much ... oh yeah, she loves Sara Groves too! Not as much as Jesus, but your songs seem to speak right to her heart! She so wanted to see you in Riverside and drove there only to find out it was canceled! She was very disappointed, but she hopes to worship at Saddleback Church on Sunday and hear you sing there. Hope you're feeling better and God bless you. Thanks

Susan and Melody March 08, 2008 • 09:39 AM

PLEASE, PLEASE COME TO NEW ENGLAND! WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE YOU IN CONCERT! p.s. are you planning on releasing a Christmas album?

Noble - Tulsa, Ok March 07, 2008 • 11:19 PM

I want to thank you for following God's direction and giving us the songs God has given to you. God's inspiration in song is easy to remember and such an encouragement when you are at work and you want to sing something wholesome and not worldly. It keeps me meditating on what's right and not what is wrong. I have been married for 12 yrs. and your music reminds me too often what is more important in life and it's not the job. Thank you so much doesn't seem to be enough. = )

Mark Howard March 07, 2008 • 06:23 PM

Dear Mrs. Groves, I am a Christian and have been a criminal investigator/ police officer for over 25 years. I recently sent my application to IJM in hopes that my God given talents can be put to use on their mission. I was driving to work the day I mailed the application and was thinking about the change in direction God's will may be taking me. Your song was on the radio and I heard the words "a young girl lies curled up on a brothel floor" and I was strengthened that God had a direction for me where I can serve and Glorify Him. God Bless, Mark Howard

Andy Forcey March 07, 2008 • 02:22 PM

Hi, Sara. I first saw you when you participated in a songwriting workshop with Jan Krist and Sara Masen. I hadn't heard of you before that. :) I bought a CD because it was wonderful to hear you sing and I wanted to remember that. Over the years I hadn't listened to your music much even though I bought most of the CDs. But a couple years ago or so I listened to a song I'd listened to many times, and I heard something new. I heard you singing about what God's love is like, and what Christian love for their neighbors is, and how valuable we all are to God. These themes caught my ear because that's the kind of thing my Christian counselor had been teaching me just before that. It's not that I knew about these things and took them for granted, it's that I THOUGHT I knew about them but was horribly wrong. So just like I am so thankful to God that he sent that counselor my way to help me, I am thankful that he led you to record all these songs about things that are so important to life but so few people discuss or demonstrate. Your songs are the next best thing to actually finding someone to talk with about these things. I am actually tickled at the song Just Showed Up For My Own Life because it nearly parallels my awakening during counseling. I pray that I find my niche to share God's message of joy to others, just like you found one.

Leon Belandiuk March 07, 2008 • 01:18 PM

My wife & I saw Sara play at N.K.M.B, here in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. a few years back (Maybe 5 or so?) She put on a great concert. A beautiful voice, so much talent. I can't wait till Sara gets another chance to come back to Winnipeg. My wife & I will be the first in line to get tickets.

Karen Askenaze March 06, 2008 • 09:03 PM

Hi Sara, We went to Riverside and saw that the show was canceclled due to illness. So sorry you are sick. My mom lives near the beach in Orange County and is away til Monday...she would be happy to open her home to your family if you need a place to recuperate. No one would bother you there and you would have the place to yourselves. Please don't feel bad about cancelling...your health is the more important than a concert! If you need a place to stay, feel free to email me at jasonandkaren@earthlink.net

Lorraine Starr March 06, 2008 • 01:18 PM

Thank you for making such inspirational music. There is a lot of music, even Christian music, that just does not say what you need it to. Your music, especially the song "When the Saints" has touched my heart in a vey special way. May God continue to bless you as you continue to bless others. With Sincere Thanks, Rainy

Dean Norman March 06, 2008 • 12:11 PM

Dear Ms Groves; I talked with Joel hanson and he mentioned I should contact you regarding this issue. My daughter is getting married in the next week and I realize it's late but it's worth a try. What I'm looking for is a backup CD of your song, "He's always been faithful" to be sung at the wedding. To make it more of an issue for me as the father of the bride the wedding is taking place in Mexico and we are leaving Minneapolis next wednesday morning. If there is anything you could do to assist or direct us. I would greatly appreciate it. In Christ Dean Norman P.S. I'm also marrying the couple as I'm a pastor as well.

Hillary Casselman March 06, 2008 • 09:18 AM

Sara, I swear you are writing and singing your songs from MY heart. Recently the Holy Spirit has been speaking to me and asking me to step out and sing publicly for my church. This is such an impossible thing for me to do as I cannot even think about doing this without puking. I know that it will be like this until I finally surrender and do His will. I keep coming back to your song "Remember Surrender" and it brings me such peace. I think that I'll sing this one for church. Do you have an accompaniment track for this? I can't seem to find one.... it says out of print. If you could let me know, that would be wonderful. While I'm not relishing the thought of getting up in front of church to sing, and I'd just as soon this took forever, I know I've got to do this for Him. After all Christ has done for me, it feels silly not to do one tiny simple thing for Him. Besides, I long for the feelings expressed in "Remember Surrender" I love your heart. You're so me. Love, Hillary adirondakstamper@yahoo.com

Helen Lloyd March 05, 2008 • 09:52 AM

an added note, Before I signed off the website I saw your video titled " I saw what I saw. It was very moving. I will pray for them.

Helen Lloyd March 05, 2008 • 09:33 AM

Dear Mrs. Groves, Just wanted you to know I've been a fan for years. Your songs with each release denote continual growth and evolving with God. The words echo in my spirit as if you were putting words to what I'm feeling. I regret missing you on your last trip to Tampa, but perhaps I'll get another chance. May the Lord continue to bless and keep you.

Katie March 04, 2008 • 09:44 PM

Sara and all.. I normally am not the type of person to sit down and write to a musician, artist, writer, etc. In fact, I think this maybe the first time. However, I couldn't help but feel compelled. I had the honor to hear your music for the first time at your free concert in Oxford,MS. I'm not really involved in a particular campus ministry but the opportunity to hear a refreshing voice enticed me, so I went. Your stories and songs truly inspired me. It isn't often that I can find a christian artist that seems truly sincere and heartfelt, as ironic as that sounds. However, you were truly sincere. It made me want to share my stories with others as well. My best friend is currently going through a tough spot. After nearly half a year in rehab, she is making the slow struggle to pick up her life and put it back together. Her family has been through so much and the struggle is just beginning. I am not sure where she is in her walk right now. Our friendship has been strained due to shame, hurt, and anger. I try to contact her but sometimes it is too hard to talk about how things used to be and to hear how hurt she is and has been for some time now. Her birthday is this Thursday. I know she wont be with friends and family which makes that day even harder. I plan on sending her some of the music you sang last Thursday night in hopes that I can not only uplift her spirits but share with her some of my feelings about the past few years. I have been trying for a while to express to her how I can still love her despite her mistakes. It has been something she can't understand and I can't really describe. Your song, "Every Minute", is probably the closest thing I have found to it. No matter what, I love her and would never trade any moment, good or bad, for another. I can't wait for the day that her pain has become strength and her story can be told. My dad tells me that when we are old and gray we will look back on this trial in our lives and be thankful for the growth in our friendship and the strength it took us to get through it. Thank you for giving me the chance to express that to her. Also, thank you for reminding me that there is still hope to be had, there is still justice to be given, and there is love in this crazy, crazy thing we call life. Much love and prays.. Katie

Mona March 04, 2008 • 03:25 PM

I just had to write to tell you how the video "I Saw What I Saw" has affected me. Everytime I see it, I smile and I cry. The smiles on the children's faces is something I think about all the time. Please let me know if there is a specific charity that you recommend for donations. I can't do a whole lot now but hopefully in the future I will be able to do much more.

Jeremiah Goley - Saddleback Church March 04, 2008 • 02:12 PM

you may contact me at jeremiahg@saddleback.net.

Jeremiah Goley - Saddleback Church March 04, 2008 • 02:10 PM

Hi! My name is Jeremiah Goley and I work on the missions staff at Saddleback Church. As you may or may not know,our missions efforts are mainly focused on reaching out to the nation of Rwanda through a strategy that we call, the P.E.A.C.E. Plan. You may have heard our pastor, Rick Warren, speak about this in many magazines and TV shows over the past few years. We have a goal of equipping and sending 1,000 of our church members to Rwanda this year. After seeing your "I saw what I saw" video, I realized that this is a video that could really help us to mobilize more people to be the hands and feet of Jesus in Rwanda. Is there anyway that I could obtain a DVD or high resolution quicktime copy of the video? I of course would be happy to pay you. Thank you for your time! Jeremiah Goley Saddleback Church

Laura March 04, 2008 • 08:17 AM

I am a relatively "new Christian". I saw you live in Indianapolis at East 91st Street Christian church about 1 1/2 ago. I was blown away. I had been listening to some of your music before that, but live music is really something different. My friend and I both said that we wanted you to be our new best friend! I laughed during the performance (you are very clever) and I also cried. Since that time, I have listened to about every thing of yours I can get my hands on. I want to thank you because I have never heared lyrics before that are so deeply touching, so honest and inspiring. I think that every person who wants to follow Jesus sometimes struggles, but as a new follower, I thought that struggling with my faith was a sign of weak faith and I felt guilty and discouraged. Your music turned that around. The way you speak of all aspects of faith, the joy, beauty AND struggle is what gets me back on the path when I am starting to wander. I also LOVE Station Wagon. I have two little boys, so that CD absolutely speaks to me. I cry when I listen to it sometimes! Anyway, you are definately serving a divine purpose! Thank you!

Megan Mueller March 02, 2008 • 07:13 AM

Sara, For years your music has spoken to my heart. The words you write down usher me in to worship God and to be more real with Him. You have a gift of taking the deep parts of the heart, put it down on paper, and then beautifully singing it out. Two years ago, my best friend Karen moved to San Diego where I have been for the last 4 years. She was going through an exceptionally hard time and I shared some of your music with her. Your words helped her get through a very trying time. (As it has done for me in the past.) We went to see you at Maranatha and it was a huge blessing for us both to listen to you sing out our hearts during such a difficult time. "I cannot make and I cannot fake it, and I can't afford it, but it's mine." I asked her out for a "sisters date night" this Wednesday (one of the last fun girls nights before she gets married next month). She doesn't know we are coming to see you at Maranatha here in San Diego. She is going to flip out!!!!! I wondered if you would be able to play any of hese songs "This Journey Is My Own" or "Painting Pictures of Egypt". They speak so deeply. Or even "What Do I Know" or "What I Thought I Wanted". Anyway, I know that is a lot of songs and you probably have your list of songs you have to sing, but I figured I would ask. I am looking forward to hearing you sing again and thank you for allowing God to use you in a mighty way. Thank you, Megan Mueller

LORI RAYFIELD March 01, 2008 • 09:18 PM

I HEARD YOU FOR THE FIRST TIME TODAY ON THE RICK & BUBBA SHOW IN BIRMINGHAM AL. YOU SANG A SONG ABOUT WHEN THE SAINTS GO MARCHING IN, I WANT TO BE LIKE THEM. I LOVED IT, BUT DID NOT CATCH THE NAME, IF THAT IS RECORDED ON A CD COULD YOU PLEASE TILL ME WHICH CD, I WOULD LOVE TO BUY IT. GOD BLESS YOU...LORI RAYFIELD

L March 01, 2008 • 04:51 PM

Sara - I feel like an idiot writing in this. I haven't listened to your music intently for quite a few years now (and still anticipate hearing the newer stuff); however, after a 24 hr battle with the enemy over taking my own life, I needed some music. I went to the closet (with no lights) and pulled out a CD which happened to be yours. Thank you! BTW, I am older - 51 with 2 grandchildren (one special needs), 3 daughters (1 an alcoholic) and one adopted son who is an amazing little boy & drummer (www.jamminjulian.com) I'm not the kind of Christian that's been writing on here. At one point I had a close relationship with Jesus, but have felt pretty abandoned for the past 4 years and particularly the past 24 hours when I learned we may lose our home. Sorry to ramble but it's easy when you don't know the person isn't it? Thanks for the music, and remember old people lay in their backyards looking at the moon & the stars too, and people think they're really crazy.

Mido February 29, 2008 • 08:54 PM

Today was my first time to hear your music, and I must say that I was touched! You are very anointed. I thought I'd share with you how I got to your site. My classmate from seminary sent me a song called "painting pictures of Egypt", and then after sending it to me, she realized that I'm actually from Egypt :) I loved it as well "remember surrender"! Blessings to you and to all of those who are working with you in the Kingdom!

Casey February 29, 2008 • 12:51 PM

Although I have been a fan for several years (my first Sara Groves song was "Painting Pictures of Egypt"), your newest songs have been used by God to speak to my heart and remind me what my walk with Jesus Christ calls me to -- a life in which HIS heart for those who have been scarred and cast aside by the world around them, comes alive and loves through me and my actions. For so long, I falsely believed my relationship with Jesus was all about me and those closest to me. But Jesus went among those who were hurting and rejected by even the religious people of their day. God has changed my heart and opened my eyes. My prayer is to be used to really show love and hope to people around me and around the world, where God calls me to do so. Thank you for what you do--God is truly using your music to be a part of the change He is making in me, and I know He is using you to speak to many others. May your ministry be protected and blessed so that God may continue to use you to touch and minister to whomever He calls you. Grace and peace be with you. Casey Tatum, Alabama

Joyous February 28, 2008 • 09:03 PM

Sara and Family, It's a cold evening here where we are in Lititz Pennsylvania and my head has just been stirring for the past few hours. It's been one of those days. My point of writing to you this way is sort of a long shot I think, but I'm going to give it a try anyway. My husband and I have a music ministry here in our little town. We've decided to start moving it out of the state and this sunday is our first performance with a mission. We are hoping to make other believers like us aware of the need of their involvement in other's lives. (That they're missionaries where they are and that they can reach outside of america also.) We're looking to be compassion artists here soon. (Compassion International). I was reading on your biography snip online that you've spent time in Rwanda and I'll be going for the first time this year to see for myself what my sponsered children live like and feel like. I was reading more about you and just so wished to swap thoughts with you. The more I read about your experience and thoughts, I felt what I was feeling was spilling out on the screen one sentence at a time worded perfectly. I haven't identified with many peers as I did with reading those few paragraphs about your thoughts and views. God's voice in me sounded in harmony or something, do you know what I mean? More formally speaking, you've been an inspiration to me ever since "conversations". I was in a turning point in my life when I saw "Pictures of Egypt" on tv as a music video. You have so inspired me musically and spiritually. Between yourself, Keith Green, Larry and Randy. . . Phil K.. I have found a writing style from my heart (like yall have done) that I believe God has used to touch a few thousand hearts here in my tiny town. I feel scared stepping into a music ministry with my husband this year because I don't know what to expect. We have two children (Gavin 2 and Cody 3 months) and I fear for my time with them and what influence we're bringing into our home. Now, I'm struggling with finding time in the Bible- what's going to happen in a few months? I wish I could have your conversation to share what this period was like for you. But well, here's the note, so Sara, or family, or reader, will you please pray. God is a Mighty Song and I am his instrument, my husband is leading, but I feel weak, disorganized and anything but an example of a submissive, perfect christian. Sara or her family, please email me an address so I can send you our demo. I think it'll encourage a little and I want to thank you for your influence. God is the core. And we love Him today. Thanks for listening to this scattered, not well marked message and for hearing me through it. Joyous

Molly February 28, 2008 • 02:55 PM

I love the song "Fly" and I have someone who is willing to sing it at my wedding, but I can't find an accompaniment track for it anywhere! I don't just want to buy a piano accompaniment, because I love the song with the full background. Is there someplace I can get a CD of the accompaniment for that song?

Amanda Pigg February 28, 2008 • 01:06 PM

I can still remember being introduced to your "Conversations" album 8 years ago and being awed by the heart behind every word and note. And still to this day your music has touched my heart and comforted me through many trials...my mom's death...a miscarriage...and a marriage that has now been restored. Thank you for taking the time to write music, for sharing your heart and the love of Christ! My husband and I were fortunate to attend the Christmas performance in Nashville at the Ryman of Andrew Peterson's "Behold the Lamb" this past Christmas. Even your presence on stage showed a reverence for the music being performed and the performers themselves! Again, thank you! Amanda Pigg Hendersonville, TN

Megan Reed February 28, 2008 • 11:03 AM

Just wanted to thank you for your music as I have been inspired by your singing of God's word and God's inspiration for the past 6 years. It has helped me from the start of my conversion, into my marriage, and now raising children. The sound draws me in and then once I hear the words to the song I enjoy it more. Thank you for your work for the Lord. Congrats on your new baby girl!

Marjie Mann February 28, 2008 • 03:01 AM

Hello Sara My daughter and I met you for the first time in 2006 at The Oaks Fellowship in Red Oak, Tx. At that time our family was in a terrible situation. We bought your cd's and listened to them all the time. My daughter was getting ready to go to Japan. We jokingly said that you were not world wide yet. Well guess what??? Jessica is back from Japan and she left several CD's over there. YOU ARE A BIG HIT OVER THERE....THEY LOVED YOU!!! KEEP ON SINGING AND PRAISING THE LORD. WE NOW LIVE IN THE TEXAS PANHANDLE SO WE DONT GET TO SEE YOU ANYMORE SO COME OUR WAY SO WE CAN HEAR YOU...OUR ALL TIME FAVORITE SO FAR IS ADD TO THE BEAUTY!!! WE LOVE YOU SARA

Cammy Lee in Tennessee February 27, 2008 • 07:14 PM

Sara...stay the course. You're doing great! God Bless.

Melody Shelton February 27, 2008 • 12:09 PM

Love your songs, especially the 'Conversations' album. Have wanted to play some of your music for my church, especially 'This Journey Is My Own', but I can't find the chords anywhere. It would be very nice if you would give us musicians your lyrics with chords. I checked out tabcrawler.com, but only found the lyrics, no chords. HELP!

Ricky Burkhead February 27, 2008 • 10:44 AM

Sara-Thank you for the encouragement and insight into the Father. Your obedience, honesty and yeilding has connected the hearts of so many back to the Lord. Be encouraged.

John Eldredge February 27, 2008 • 09:20 AM

have seen you on t.v., thought you were 16 or 17 yrs.old, but am not disapointed to know you must be older, not important.I love your voice and your writings, you need to write a book. would like to see your testimony, what church do you attend? we have 3 daughters. one in Indonesia with NTM (two kids & husband) one in Denver, husband is with Denver Rescue Mission, one with us in business (not married)All saved.

Quashanti Simmons February 27, 2008 • 09:03 AM

I did'nt know it was you that sang the Song, "When the Saints." That song is so anointed I blast it everytime I hear it on the radio. The song actually makes me cry. I am going to buy your new CD. Ijust love your voice and you put so much meaning in your music. You can feel God's presence. I would love to hear you in concert. God Bless.

Susan Harper February 27, 2008 • 04:30 AM

Driving down the road one day I first heard "When the Saints". I had been sick with flu for 2 weeks and this one of my first outings, not necessarily thinking spititually at the time. I was feeling weak and weary and in preparation for 2 women's events at my church as I serve as a co-coordinator in our Women's Ministry. I was preparing to teach and need God's instruction on details. The song came on and the Spirit of God entered my car in a very special way. I had never heard this song but immediatley God said to my heart, this is for you, right now. I wept as I first heard, "think of Paul and Silas in the prison yard", think of the shepherd Moses in the Pharoah's court, etc. I could see each of the scenerios like they were right before me and God was saying you've heard alot and seen alot from me and my Word is shut up like fire in your bones and you must keep going and when your discouraged think of...................... The first event was a Women's Breakfast at the end of the teaching God led me to give out the lyrics to When the Saints, go down and explain each part of the song and then we listened and worshiped as our sound guy played it. They got it! "Whats the name of that CD, I'm not gonna give up", I know that was for me, were the responses I got. I just listened again this morning to When the Saints because I need to think of Paul and Silas, Moses, the young slave who sees the value of her soul, the man at the end of the spear and his family who returned with no fear, the woman who lived those long calcutta nights, the girl huddled on the brothel floor and the man of passion busting down the door, and most of all the Man of Sorrows who carrys my load. Thank you Sara for these words anointed from and by God that have so touched my life and the life of those I share them with in Montgomery, AL. Susan Harper This Song may have touched my life more than any other.

Emma February 26, 2008 • 05:16 PM

I really like you music. I would like the chance to meet you in person.

Dieta Duncan February 26, 2008 • 09:14 AM

Sara (and Dad!) We met at your Rocketown show-Andrew was kind enough to bring my husband Stuart and I backstage to meet you. I have since been reading about your work with IJM, and I wanted you to know about a program here in Nashville I have worked with some. Their website is Thistlefarms.org and it's a 2 year residential program to get drug addicted prostitues off the streets here in Nashville. They have a very high success rate. You may be interested in the ministry of their founder Becca Stevens. She is an episcopal priest at St. Augutines on the Vanderbilt campus. Again, thank you for being so gracious to us and for your music. My cousin is losing her husband to cancer and I sent her Conversations-it has been very meaningful to her. Blessings to you and your family (STuart and I also have 3!) Dieta

joshua February 26, 2008 • 07:52 AM

Sara, I'm a pastor at the Warm Beach Free Methodist Church, a church about an hour north of Seattle. My worship pastor just shared your song, 'Playing for an Audience of One,' with me. Amazing song! The reason he shared it with me, though, was that I'm just now in the process of finishing a book with the same title... I wanted to thank you for putting such an incredible calling to music. Playing for an Audience of One is truly what we were made for. Perhaps I could send you a copy of my book when it's complete? May God continue to use your music to inspire His people to such a high calling. And thank you for the confirmation (in song) of what I'm trying to communicate in print! Living for the approval of Jesus, joshua

Nancy February 26, 2008 • 07:32 AM

I heard "When The Saints" on the radio and loved it. I started searching for the music so I could sing it in church (PLEASE do a soundtrack). In my search, I found your story about Elisabeth and the IJM. My husband and I went to their website and were blown away. My husband is an attorney-turned youth pastor and will be ordering their curriculum to teach our youth, but perhaps one day God will allow him to use his degree to help these precious people. Who knew one song could make such a difference! We're telling anyone who will listen about IJM and what we all can do to help. Keep on singing! God is using you in ways you can't see.

Laura February 25, 2008 • 07:37 PM

Sara, I saw you at the Grace retreat and I was sincerely moved by your love for the Lord. Thank you for your encouraging words and your awesome music. It is obvious that you are in God's will!

marcy jackson February 25, 2008 • 01:37 PM

Sara, your music inspires me to write from my heart and to write with passion. thank you for being "one of the saints" in my life. marcy

Gayle Hill February 25, 2008 • 06:46 AM

Your songs have inspired me. The depth of your love and compassion for the suffering is so apparent. I have some friends who are working with an orphanage in Uganda. They are in the process of putting a water well in for the children and developing an aquaponics system to provide fish and vegetables for them. I was moved by some pictures they showed me and I created a Power Point presentation for them to help raise money and awareness about the needs there. Your song "I want to be one of them" moved me to tears and describes the desire to press on and not give up, to do what we can while there is time. I want to use that song with the Power Point presentation. I would like to get your permission but I can't seem to find the right way to go about contacting you or your agent to get permission. If someone could email me at gaylehill01@bellsouth.net with information I would appreciate it. Thank you. Keep up the good work you are doing. Your talent is amazing and your passion is contagious. Gayle

Allison February 23, 2008 • 11:22 PM

Sara, I just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your music. I wasnt familiar with you until I heard you at Founder's Week at Moody (I go to school at MBI). Your song 'Every Minute' strikes such a incredibly strong chord with me, because it describes my family to a T. It reduces me to tears almost every time I hear it. Thanks for helping me to remember to be grateful for what God has given me. Right now I am listening to 'its gonna be all right' right now, and it is such an encouragement. I know that you must really believe, and knowing that someone whom I dont even know can believe in God's grace and strength for me when I cannot, helps me to go on. Thanks so much. God bless!

Gayle Hill February 23, 2008 • 08:51 PM

I have been moved and inspired by your music. I have just finished reading "Dangerous Surrender" by Kay Warren and my life is not the same. I am making a DVD for some friends who have a ministry in Africa putting water wells in for orphanages. I would like permission to use your song "When the Saints" as the background music for the DVD pictures. This is not a DVD for sale but would be a promotional DVD for their ministry. If you get this message, please let me know if that is OK with you. Sincerely, Gayle Hill

Cathleen February 23, 2008 • 05:17 PM

Sara, Another wonderful job on your latest cd. I have all of them and I still can't pick a favorite. Listening to any one of them at anytime, feels like sitting down with an old friend who just gets it. Thank you for many years of encouragement! Cathleen Austin, TX

Britney February 22, 2008 • 09:32 PM

Sara, your music is such a blessing. I love the fact that your music goes beyond the guitars and drums and it has a real message in it. Your words have blessed me so.

Kristine Blickhan February 22, 2008 • 12:25 PM

I am a Co-Manager of the Rising Thought Bookstore in the Center for Spiritual Living in St. Louis, MO. One of our members is interested has brought Sara's music to our attention. One of our local artists occasionally sings Sara's songs. Can we set up an account to order some CD's? I'd really like to be able to talk to someone by phone, but see no phone number on the website. I know we want to order Conversations, but would like some suggestions on other CD's to order. Our phone no. is 314-576-6772. Thanks. Kristine Blickhan

Paul Rostek February 22, 2008 • 06:47 AM

Dear Sara: Last December, I had the privilege of hearing you perform in Peterson's The Lamb of God concert at Christ United Methodist Church in Sugar Land Texas. I have since purchased your CDs and your music has become a family favorite to listen to when we are driving in our car. This morning as I drove into work I was listening to your music and tears came to my eyes as your songs truly helped take me closer to our Lord and the very sense of His loving presence. I thank God for the blessing He has given the world in your voice, your melodies and especially your thoughtful and Biblical lyrics that so wonderfully share your faith with your listeners. May God continue to bless you and your family and may your songs continue to draw God's people closer to Christ. Grace and Peace be yours always. Paul Rostek

Ruth Curtis February 22, 2008 • 12:44 AM

I just wanted to let you know that your song "Less like Scars" just touched my heart. I just listened to it for the first time and couldn't believe it. It expressed exactly what I am going through right now... it was like you were singing about my own heart! It reminded me that God is there picking up the pieces and creating character in me. It has been a hard year for me- dealing with pain, both physical and emotional, and with scars of the past. It' been a year filled with both tears and blessings, with fear and learning to trust. I just thank God He's there... and I thank Him for the reminder of it just now... he keeps reminding me that He's there for me- He just won't let me forget that he cares so much. Your song "All Right Here" is also one of my favorites for the same reason- it's encouraging to me to listen to your songs. Thank you for your work and devotion to God.

Ted Colunga February 21, 2008 • 05:18 PM

I enjoy and I am blessed by your beautiful voice and the songs that you share with all of God's people. I have my favorite's like He's Always been Faithful, and Softly and Tenderly and your interpretations of these traditional hymns. Have you considered doing a CD of classic hymns such as these two that I have mentioned? I hope you will do so in the not too distant future. Thanks for letting us tell you what we are thinking in this forum. God bless you and your team!

Molly February 21, 2008 • 12:53 PM

Thank you for singing my heart. This mother-of-three just scrubbed her kitchen floor, while listening to Station Wagon. The baby's napping, filling her head with dreams, and the big kids are at school, filling their heads with knowledge. Life is good. Thanks for sharing it with me, in your own way. Your sister- Molly

Ryan (Evan's Friend) February 21, 2008 • 12:21 PM

Sara, The following is an e-mail from my buddy Evans Rice who likes to glory in life's awkward moments. He loves to listen to your music, as he was during this recent wipe out. Despite his reference to his "good friend Sara Groves", I doubt he has ever met you. Evan's wrote: "Boyz, stepped up on the tread mill yesterday, turned on the ipod to hear my good friend Sara Groves, and started running at a brisk clip. Felt a little tense, so I rolled the shoulders to get loose, looked up at the ceiling to stretch the neck, took a deep breath, closed the eyes, and... WIPED OUT HARD ALL OVER THE TREAD MILL AND FLOOR. Now missing significant amount of skin on forearms, wrists, and right knee, and enjoying two significant cuts on right forearm. Left pinky finger is blown up like a purple balloon. Currently sporting about eight band-aids. This was clearly one of my most elegant moments, which, thankfully, occurred in front of MANY people. Hope you enjoyed this story of my splendor! -E" Sara, if you are ever bored and want to give one of your big fans the highlight of his year, send Evans an e-mail at "evans.rice@gmail.com" letting him know that you heard of his tread mill incident and hope he is OK. That would be GREAT! Sincerely, Ryan (Evan's Friend)

Erin Walters February 21, 2008 • 12:12 PM

Hi, Sara & Troy & Melody & Aaron- My husband, Don, & I, along with another couple from our church (Mitchell & Julie Horsley) enjoyed your concert for the Friendly Hills PCA Mercy Missions Conference this past Saturday night. We were visiting in North Carolina from the St. Louis area and learned that you were going to be performing at Friendly Hills. The entire story of our being there is so amazing that it can be nothing less than a God thing. I just had to write and thank you for your music. It meets me right where I am and lifts me up to soar on wings of eagles! I felt on Saturday night that the Lord opened the door of heaven just a crack and let us all hear what we have to look forward to. I'm hoping that your schedule will bring you to the St. Louis area soon so that our children can hear you, too. All five of us (Don, myself, Mara - age 10, Grant - age 8 & Adam - age 7) have your music loaded on our iPod Shuffles! We love you & praise God for your gifts!

Stephanie C. February 20, 2008 • 10:56 AM

Sara, thank you, thank you, thank you for your music! There's not one situation in my walk with Christ that doesn't have a Sara Groves' song to accompany it and help express my feelings. My church holds a monthly coffee house where I perform at least one of your songs each time (thanks to my trusty SG songbook!!) This month it's gonna be "Maybe There's A Loving God" which I'm dedicating to my sister. And a big congratulations on your "new" bundle of joy! You Rock!

Christina February 20, 2008 • 10:28 AM

When I am weary and over wrought... My heart breaks for the unreached people of Dagestan, and as I prepair to serve in Mahachkala, your music inspires me to be one of the saints marching in. I have seen the young drug addicts on the streets of Mahachkala, seeking solice from their war scars of the Chechan war. I see the old women picking through the dumpsters of Kaspiskese looking for a few morsals to sooth their pains of poverty. I see my young Darginka sister Aizanna who's family and village try to kill her for beliving the truth, and she fearlessly tanslates the word for the very souls trying to kill her. I wanna be one of them. Dear sister you inspire me, you build me up. Keep walking with me.

Dave February 20, 2008 • 09:48 AM

Sara, Caught your concert on February 8th in Springfield. I have been a long-time listener to your music and enjoyed every moment of the concert. Your message and ministry are God-honoring and inspiring. And the music is a testimony to the beauty of God's work in the world. May God continue to bless you, your beautiful family, and your impact. As He teaches you, He teaches so many others like me. Thank you.

Anita February 19, 2008 • 06:54 PM

I was talking to a friend the other day and I said to her"I'd love to sit down and have a coke with Sara Groves." I feel like you and I are alike in the regards to big hearts. I would love to know how your life has changed since becoming involved in IJM and going to Rwanda. I loved your "Nomad" video and have shared it with many. I love the work of IJM. I have a passion for adoption and single moms as well. I am also the mother of 3 boys and recently adopted a girl from TX. What has changed? How do you balance your involvement with IJM, being a mom, singer, wife, etc? I know that I am in a season of life right now that requires being a full-time mom, but I also have a desire to do more, serve more, love more, etc. I appreciate your music and hope that someday we'll get to have that chat.

Daryl February 19, 2008 • 03:25 PM

Hello: I am trying to obtain the sheet music for "He's always been faithful" for our church opening in 10 days time. I am a pastor in New Zealand, and we would love to have your song, but I cannot find where to purchase it without having a 3 week shipping delay! Can you help me? Many thanks, for your music and ministry. Daryl

Rachel February 19, 2008 • 09:36 AM

I'd love to see a video of "When the Saints". Is one available?

Tom Sadowski February 19, 2008 • 02:02 AM

Hi Sara. This is my second entry to your guest book, about a month after the first. I promise to “leave you alone” after this! By that I refer, of course, to how I also bombarded you with letters and so forth when my family and I met and talked w/ you after your concert in Dallas about ten days ago. I am, again, a father of six, and busier these days than I have ever been in my life. Still somehow I am, at least for now, finding the time to read all of the entries to your guest book (which I find very interesting), at least beginning from about 1/1/08. I especially enjoyed/was blessed by the entries by Barrett H. (2/3), who wasn’t much into contemporary music but “believe(s) in the old time way,” and Fred B. (2/8), who quoted one scripture after another w/ regard to his son’s death, and God’s sovereignty even in such a tragedy. I did receive ALL of your CDs in the mail since I saw you on 2/9. Finding the time to LISTEN to them all is going to be another matter. However, I know a lot of people (mostly saints) in many places, espec. the Midwest, and it is appearing that I am likely going to be doing a lot of traveling in the months ahead. So, I’m sure I’ll be able to get very well acquainted w/ your other music (besides “Conversations,” which I have about wore out) by and by. Although my “agenda,” and “hero,” is JESUS CHRIST alone, and Him crucified, I continue to introduce you and your music to many people who have never heard of you. I wish I could afford to buy a hundred copies of “Conversations” and give them away, but for now I bought just two, one for my precious, agnostic sister in Portland, OR, and one for my former supervisor at EDS in Pennsylvania, a dear Roman Catholic lady. In closing, it is very possible, almost likely, that I will make it up to a John Piper conference in MN one of these days. Being the bold, uninhibited, gregarious sort of fellow that I am, I will surely try to look you and Troy up, should that come to pass. May God the Holy Spirit continue to bless, keep, fill, empower, and use you for His glory and fame, dear sister in Christ.

Bonnie Mason February 18, 2008 • 09:29 PM

Sara and family, I first heard you when graduating from Dallas Theological Seminary in May of 2002. My husband also graduated that day. We had never heard you before and to say the least, we were blown away and personally spurred on by your music. I had been struggling off and on for 3+ years with various things and when I heard you sing "He's Always Been Faithful" I sobbed...I testify to God's faithfulness and this watershed moment in my life...I felt deliverance and peace from Him at that very moment. Ever since, I have been anxious to hear your albums and receive God's truth in your truth. I love your digging into His word. I am thankful for you and the role you play in the Body and I have prayed and will pray for you. I am a mother of 2 now and your songs for your children and your struggle with how to hold them loosley to God is so real to me. In your reflections on your recent album (which I confess I haven't yet heard), I was moved by your involvement with IJM and Elisabeth's story. My husband is a professor of Bible at LeTourneau University in Longview, TX and the sponsor of a new IJM group there. It is brand new as of last year and we are excited about it getting started. Perhaps in the future you could come and help raise the awarness of IJM to the students and the community here:) As I read of your heart and faith being enlarged, I wonder how you deal or have dealt with the fear of hearing the stories and these horrible things and getting involved in light of your role as a mother. I struggle with this...wanting to be involved with ministry "hands on" and yet I am fearful with regard to my children. I would love to hear your thoughts but completely understand time constraints etc. If I never hear, I truly will understand and continue to listen to your music and read articles etc. to get your answer. I am sure it is not the first time you've been asked this question:) Keep up the good fight Sara...you are truly a blessing from the Lord and I appreciate your partnership in the gospel. May the Lord bless and keep you...I wish I could email a hug:) Bonnie Mason

jeannemarierehanek February 18, 2008 • 06:34 PM

Hi Sara! my dear, I found you by mistake in the Orange Park,Fla. area in 2oo1 time frame and my dear friend Teresa was on the verge of a divorce and she asked us to your concert at a church and within myself I said, hohummm... I guess I can endure this. Little did I know that you were part of some life changing in my life! You were in con cert with a young man who was so brilliant too. I have listened ever since.We have alot in common. Jeanne Marie Rehanek Pray for you all

Ashlee February 18, 2008 • 01:31 PM

I love your music!! i was wondering if there is an accompaniment cd that is for the song "when the saints" i LOVE it!!! and id really like to be able to sing it and share it with my church family! thanks and GOD BLESS!!! love!

Paul Thompson February 18, 2008 • 12:26 PM

Thank you so much for a wonderful concert at Friendly Hills Church in Jamestown, NC on Saturday, February 16th. I fell in love with your music after hearing it in 'The Ultimate Gift'. I surprised my wife by bringing her to the concert and we were so impressed by the passion that you and your musicians display on stage. You are all so talented and inspirational and we loved your touching stories and humor. As you said that night, this will be remembered as the '6-month child concert'!

Erin February 18, 2008 • 10:26 AM

Hi! I was listening to the Moody radio station during their Founders Week and heard you talking about your experience traveling and being involved in outreach/ministry in that way. You spoke of how you were inspired by the great trials and lives of believers who are known and unknown. You followed the talk with a song inspired and written from those experiences. I loved the song. It was inspirational to me. I don't remember the name of the song you sang, but would love to hear it again. Please, if you can remember and have the time, would you tell me its title and where I might find it? Blessings, Erin

Nathan February 17, 2008 • 07:52 PM

I know that this is really wierd, but, for your next album, Mrs. Groves, could you consider doing another hymn arrangement? Every time I listen to one of the hymn arrangements that you do, I will literally play the same song ten times in a row because I love them so much! I hope that I'm not stepping out of line, here...

Susan R, Bruce February 17, 2008 • 04:17 PM

Dear Sara,I have always enjoyed your music and ministry. We are a "ministry" family, my husband is an "itinerant missionary"(he travels in the states, but does frequent overseas ministry) After listening to your new album, without knowing the background of the songs at the time, I knew something had changed or had changed you in a very distinct and personal way . . . I could sense what you had seen and experienced; God gave you such a powerful way to show how His love and hope bring victory, even in the face of such terrible circumstances. In other words "wow" Don't let go of that fire, it's penetrating and heart-opening, it has challenged me and caused me to look at what I'm doing in the Kingdom and to desire to be a more useful vessel. In Him, Susan

Kristy February 17, 2008 • 01:38 PM

My husband and I saw you in concert at Bowling Green State University in 1998 or 1999, and your music has not stopped touching our lives since. Your lyrics have begun many conversations regarding our faith, our struggles, our complete inability to really capture who God is. It's funny how your music has always been so timely in our lives... "Conversations" was out in college when we were really discovering who we were, "Station Wagon" was released when our first child was born and this latest CD is released as we prepare our first trip to Africa to adopt a child. Your song Jeremiah sparked a desire in us for God's fire... not the sparkler we too hold. Our soon to be son will bear that name, Jeremiah. It's funny how God can put people in your life that you may never meet, but can touch you so deeply... thank you for being that person!

Samuel Supimpa February 17, 2008 • 01:23 PM

Sara, you music is very (very) inspiring, nice to our ears and with simple and practical theology. I really love your songs and lyrics. Do you ever will come to Brazil? I hope you can come soon! Abraços Brasileiros! in Christ, Samuel :)

michael February 16, 2008 • 06:12 PM

sara,you music does touch lives.I have been moved and encouraged by "remember surrender" over and over again,"how is it between us" and so on.I really believe there is a difference between music inspired by God and just music.(even among christians)that's not a put down to others but it is my way of saying thank you for letting the Lord truly use you to help people like me stay focused in our walk with him. A brother in Christ,michael

Joylynn February 16, 2008 • 05:34 PM

I haven't checked your website in a couple of months I think, and when I did just now (7:24 p.m. on Feb. 16) I discovered that you were/are playing a concert literally down the road from where I live in Greensboro, NC (Jamestown). If I weren't still getting over being sick, I would have changed out of my pajamas (or better yet come in my pajamas) and dashed over to the church, but alas, I will have to content myself with the hope that you will come back this way again to play as you have in the past. I understand what you mean in your writing about your Spiritual Buffalo - I need to exercise my spiritual muscles in real practical servant ways (and not just by writing a check for a good cause).

Sharon February 16, 2008 • 10:46 AM

I received Tell Me What You Know for Valentines Day and here it is Saturday Morning, three days later, and that is all I have listened to. I go to change the C.D. and find myself pushing "play" instead. I absolutely love it!! All the songs are filled with more passion and honesty than I can put into words. Thank you so much for another wonderful treat, Sara.

Gail Trask February 16, 2008 • 10:28 AM

Sara, Heard you sign in Lakeland a couple of weeks ago. You are fabulous. My husband and son bought me one of your CDs for Valentine's day. I have been playing Son for my Sons and When the Saints repeatedly. They are great inspiration. Thanks for the music!!! gail

gina February 16, 2008 • 09:21 AM

Your song, "Conversations," has always expressed my feelings in trying to convey my faith to my husband. God continues to work through your music- Thank you for continuing to write:) I know how you must be pulled in 1oo directions- with three kids, your work with international justice, and your music. I am writing this to let you know that many people are affected by your music- you are gifted beyound measure in this world. God bless you and all you are doing!

Orval February 16, 2008 • 02:41 AM

Just cant get enough! thanks The McKenzie family.

Bob McEwan February 15, 2008 • 08:06 PM

I started a nonprofit in 1999 when I understood for the first time the tragedy of unnecessary sickness, and sometimes death caused by patients not being able to obtain medications to make themselves healthy, here in America. It has a labor of love filled with continuous struggles for funding juxtaposed with stories of better health and better living. I discovered you through the movie "Ultimate Gift." I ordered your CD with the feature song and can't take it out of my car. I am moved, inspired and lifted up when times seem bleak. I wish that we could do a benefit concert together to help more people get the medications they need. Thank you for channeling God's love to me every day.

Yvonne Giordano February 15, 2008 • 04:19 PM

Dear Sara, I can't wait to buy your new song, "When the Saints go Marchin In, I wanna be One of Them" I can't wait to learn all the words and I hope you will consider adding more verses. It seems like one of those songs that has so much to tell of all the saints throughout the ages! Maybe we will get to hear the rest of the verses in eternity. God bless you dear Sara. Did you write it? You are very specially used of the LORD. Keep it up! Love & prayers, yvonne

Yanci Waltman February 15, 2008 • 12:29 PM

Hi Sara, I am so thankful the Lord has given your gift of singing and beauty in the songs you sing. I was wondering if you sell accompaniment cd's? The song I would like to do as a special is from your "All Right Here" album, song: "You did that for me." This is my testimony and would like to sing for our upcoming church camp. Please let me now how I can order other accompanimnet music from you. Thank you for your time.

Suzanne February 15, 2008 • 12:05 PM

Sara, Your concert at Central Assembly last Friday in Springfield, MO was great! I thoroughly enjoy your music, and I love hearing the stories behind the songs and getting to know more of who you are are. You're a blessing to a lot of people. Thanks for being real and being honest. I appreciate you. -Suzanne

Stacy Trimble February 14, 2008 • 06:03 PM

Hi Sara! Hope you and your family are blessed! I just heard When the saints.My oh my! What an awesome and annointed song.Praise God! It seems like me and my husband have been going through one trial after another.Its awesome how when I need to hear a word from him to strengthen me its through his word and through songs.When I heard When the saints I just said thank you Jesus!! I want to be one of them too!! Thank you Sarah for being a vessel for God!! Hallelujah! You inspire me to write songs like that!!

Cathy Ode February 14, 2008 • 04:14 PM

On the off chance that you'll see this, Sara, I'm writing to see if you'd want to join us at a faith formation conference in Minneapolis in April -- I see you're in the area anyway. Your lines about "a little seed, a little water...this kingdom's coming" could be the theme song for our conference, and for our lives as Christian educators in the Episcopal church. (If anyone reading this is curious, visit www.naeced.org!) I've already contacted your booking people but just trying to cover all bases....Grace and peace, Cathy

James White February 14, 2008 • 03:25 PM

My wife and I have been listening to the song "When the Saints" and we love it. We were trying to figure out though, when it comes to the part where you mention so many of the saints who is the girl on the brothel floor and the man who rescued her.

Kaity W. February 14, 2008 • 02:52 PM

I know, I think it's like the 4th time I've written. This time, I wanted to tell you about how much I absolutely love the new CD- Tell Me What You Know. My absolute fav is "When the Saints". Oh my goodness- I get chills every time you get to the end. "You Are Wonderful" is another one of my faves. I have all of your CDs and Nomad. I also saw Ultimate Gift. The music video was great. I often think of your songs and their meanings as they apply to everyday things that I go through. I just love everything that you do and what you stand for. You are just awesome. I would love to meet you someday.

kelly ruschman February 14, 2008 • 01:52 PM

Sara, my heart leapt with joy when I learned you would be making a return visit to Crossroads Presbyterian Church in early April. Once again it will be a blessing to meet you, cook for you and be inspired by your music. Kelly

nami February 14, 2008 • 10:58 AM

Hi Sara- I was looking at your tour dates and it seems pretty booked... how do you deal with being away from your husband and children for that long or do they travel with you?

Paula Smith February 14, 2008 • 07:59 AM

Sarah, I don't know if you could possibly remember me.I live in Birmingham Aland quite a few years ago you were on WDJC our local christian radio station. I called in and won your conversations cd.your CD has meant so much to me and I listend quite frequently.I have gone from pictures of Egypt, to The Bible sits on the shelf, to how is it between us and to audience of One...... it is so interesting to see the stages of my life through your song, to see how my "anthems" have been reflected in your songs, and how I have grown in the Lord. Your music means so much to me! love Paula

Carol February 14, 2008 • 12:29 AM

Sara, I just wanted to let you know how your music is indeed ministering to the heart of God's people. Recently, my friend, Connie lost her battle with ovarian cancer. She left behind three sons, Aaron, Adam and Alex. Being a mother of four children, I cannot imagine what their family is going through. In the last year, in my converstations with Connie, one of the things that always came through was her desire to impart all she could to her sons. Recently, I purchased your CD, "Tell Me What You Know". I hear Connie's heart in your song, "A Song for My Sons." Just a couple days after Connie passed, I had an opportunity to play the song for her oldest son Aaron (16). I had no words to convey to him, but your song brought comfort as tears rolled down his face. This song has new meaning to me since the day I bought it. Connie is with the Lord now, but I can't help but feel that your song will remind her sons of her heart for them and her prayer for them. I love what you are doing with your music. God Bless.

Melissa February 13, 2008 • 06:49 PM

Bravo!!! I saw "just showed up" and I was so moved. Look at what God is doing with you!! Wow! I love your music, and especially your heart. I wanted you to know that I praise God for YOU, and for your obedience! Good job. I look forward to what the Lord will do with you next. God bless you, Melissa R. I'd love to see you if you ever head out to Southern Calif!

Daniel Medina February 13, 2008 • 05:33 PM

Please come to Phoenix, AZ!!

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Valerie February 13, 2008 • 10:47 AM

Sara, I became a christain at the age of 22. At that time I started my search for Christian music to listen too. I have always enjoyed your music. I rented the Ultimate Gift a week ago and just played the extra of your music video for Something Changed over and over after I had watche dthe movie. I just sat and cried as I listened to it. Most of the time words don't do justice to what we experience in life. But I have to say that song expresses everything I felt upon recieving Christ. It is a beautiful piece of music and if every I needed to explain what it was like to be saved I wil have to answer with your song. Thank you! Love in Christ, Valerie

Ingrid February 12, 2008 • 09:47 PM

hi Sara, I'm from Australia and i love all your music- it covers so many facets of life. you truly have a gift. please come to Australia some time!! xx

susan nelson February 12, 2008 • 10:24 AM

Sara, I've been listening to your song,"Less like Scars". What do you mean by transcending? Could you explain this when you come to the Living Hope Women's Conf.on the 12th? Your music has helped thru the trials,as the Holy Spirit uses the words. thank you and blessings to you and your family,sue

Thaddeus February 11, 2008 • 10:34 PM

I heard the song "When the Saints" on a radio station in south Georgia, on my way to my dying mother's bedside in Florida. I was swept away. With tears streaming, I purposed to find out who the artist was when I returned home. Since then I have been greatly encouraged in my faith and challenged in my life by your music and by your work for social justice. I thank God for your passionate faithfulness, Sara.

Bill P February 11, 2008 • 10:02 PM

Sara, I love the design of the new website. I sorely miss the lyrics to the songs, though. Thank you for your music and helping me to make God more a part of my life. Bill

Sharon February 11, 2008 • 01:37 PM

Thank you for your music and for your message. You are a living inspiration. God bless you, love Sharon

Jon Brennan February 11, 2008 • 07:50 AM

Hi, Sarah. I was wondering if you would be interested in listening to a song I wrote awhile back. If you like, you would be welcome to record it on one of your albums, although it may not be your style. Either way, I thought I would send it to you. Thanks. Jon

Bob Mader February 10, 2008 • 05:46 PM

Sarah: I heard you speak on KTIS about your grandparent ministering at the Faribault FMC. You sounded excited about prison ministry. I am the Executive Director for Prison Fellowship in Minnesota and would love to talk to you about what is going on throughout the state, both inside the prisons and in the critical area of reenty. If you are interested, you can email (bmader@pfm.org) or call (952-945-6349) me. If you want to confirm that I work for Prison Fellowship, go to www.pfm.org. Click on "Local Offices" under Prison Fellowship, and select "Minnesota area". The Minnesota PF team is displayed.

Russ Wentz February 09, 2008 • 10:59 PM

Sara, Just a little over a week ago, I stumbled across your web site late at night. Since I liked hearing your music on the radio, I purchased your tripple album offer. A day before I received them, my wife of 17yrs, and I, had an argument that led to an abrupt split up. I packed and spent cold rainy nights alone in my truck asking God why is this happening. Through your beutiful words and music, God lifted me out of the painful darkness. Thank you sister, for passing on your blessings.

Lisa Joyner February 09, 2008 • 07:58 PM

Dear Sara (or Sara's Dad :),) From the first time I heard a song of yours on the Christian radio station, I realized it was different and I liked it. I don't know exactly why your music touches me so deeply, but it does. I feel very connected to the heart of it. My guess is that it's the sincerity of your walk coming through that I connect with. I have been saved since I was six and I'm forty now. Needless to say, God has been with me through many things; my parents divorce, marriage, cancer, financial stuff, moves, His stretching me... Oh what a wonderful savior!!!! I'm also a mother of five very anointed children. Only God knows the impact they are going to have for His kingdom. I pray God blesses you and your husband as parents. It is the hardest and most important task we have in life, apart from yielding our own lives fully to Christ. I've sang all my life, but have never had a desire to sing without meaning. Your songs have the meaning that I could proudly sing about. Thank you for not burying your talent. It has blessed me greatly and I hope this little note encourages you. May god richly bless you! In Christ, Lisa

Carl Anthony Irving February 09, 2008 • 06:43 PM

Ps Ive just bought Conversations, Sorry I copied it from my friend, If I could have I would have paid for it! Im willing to help with some stuff in the future. Im an Interior Architect and Craftman. I am most importantly Gods Child who is here to help serve. Email If you need to. I will do my utmost to serve. Carl

Carl Anthony Irving February 09, 2008 • 06:28 PM

Hi Sara or Saras dad, I just wanted her to know Christ led me party through your daughters music, Strange how he speaks to me as ive had conversations and I only just understood "painting pictures of Eygpt." After 5 years? God keeps from us some things until we need to know them! I will tell you the truth I copied that album from a friend on mini disc as I didnt have a computer then. Didnt know how to get it as in England I could only get "Past the wishing" Your daughter as an angelic voice bud. I know shes singing from her soul. Bless you for having her. Bless her for her efforts in the arts and faith. Also I thank God for her as through her music, I got to know him better and still do! Can you tell her that bud and that without her music I would have not had comfort through part of this journey ,"May she do well in her race, Amen" God bless and keep u and urs.

Thomas McCraw, PhD February 09, 2008 • 06:03 PM

Truly amazing stuff. The devils ears must ache when you sing. i am a functional quad (due to a spinal cord tumor) and truly appreciate someone who sings with the depth of faith and understanding that you show. You remain in my prayers.

Mark February 09, 2008 • 05:02 PM

Hi , Put your songs on itunes ! :)

Haley February 09, 2008 • 07:32 AM

Sara, Thank you so much for doing what you can with all of your might. Thank you for sharing what the Lord is doing in your life with all of us. There have been so many times that one of your songs was just what I needed to hear. One of my close friends and I joke sometimes that we've had a Sara Groves day because when either of us has a really bad day we throw in one of your CDs for encouragement. Thank you again for all that you do. PS. Please come back to Colorado!

Liz Hightower February 08, 2008 • 10:39 PM

Sara, We enjoyed your concert in Springfield so much tonight. On the way home, my husband said, "I just wanted to buy all her CDs and give her a hug." Your passion for God and His people comes through so clearly and it is contagious. We're going to do some research into IJM and see how we can help. Thanks for the inspiration. If nobody else heard a thing you said, it's okay... maybe it was just for us. Thanks again.

Fred Bucci February 08, 2008 • 09:17 PM

Sara,I spoke to you at Moody Founders Week. I gave you a testimony card descibing the horrific loss of our 19 year old beloved son Daniel.He was shot by a police officer on a drug induced rampage. It was caught on the police dash cam and became international news because of his naked bloody image. Court TV and Maury Povich recently have shown the dash cam video in a sensational way to profit from our loss. I was touched deeply as you sang "He's Always Been Faithful." That was the song played at Daniels funeral. Tears flowed as I reflected on OUR GREAT LOSS. Dr. Chapman then shared from Ezekiel 18 on "The person who sins will die." I was again comforted by the way Dr Chapman reassured me of my sons personal resposibilty for his own actions. We raised him in a GOOD CHRISTIAN home. We are redeeming our loss for the GLORY OF GOD speaking to youth at many churches, schools and youth groups. I am also a NANC certified biblical counselor and have helped many grieving parents. Thanks for being a part of what God is doing in our lives. We have learned to rejoice in our tribulation as Romans 5:2-4 speaks. We walk by faith and not sight 2Cor5:7. Faith is the victory 1Jn5:4 that GLORIFIES GOD Rom4:20. We are recognizing what satan meant for evil God meant for good Gen50:20. The Westminster Confession states "The chief end of man is to GLORIFY GOD and ENJOY HIM forever." We have chosen to live this FAITH ASSIGNMENT from God with vigor of soul rather than self pity Heb11:20. God WAS SOVEREIGN over our sons death and our lives Psalm103:19. We truly believe God has made us a "public spectacle to the world" because of the international exposure from the news 1Cor4:9. If there is ever a way you could use our testimony, or would like me to share our story, I would be extremely grateful. Every time I share our story there is a POWERFUL AFFECT! As hard as it is to share we recieve GREAT JOY as we see God touch lives through OUR GREAT TRIAL. For His Glory Fred Bucci. Cell 216-469-6121 email fjbucci@hotmail.com

Bethany P February 08, 2008 • 07:35 PM

Hi Sara ~ Thanks to Troy for lining up tickets for me for the Rocketown show. Troy used to work with my step dad Larry @ KKMS (10 yrs ago!) Minneapolis, MN. I used to work at NWB in Maple Grove but now work @ P-ID here in Nashville:) Too bad I didn't get to say hi to you guys, I wish I would have been able to! Great show and thanks for the reminder of "home" - the Twin Cities! :o)

GJAT February 08, 2008 • 02:45 PM

Hi Sara's dad! I hope you and your daughter are having a wonderful friday. Love, Gabrielle P.S. Tell your daughter, Sara, that I love her new song When The Saints; it's my favorite!!!

Henry Vyner-Brooks February 08, 2008 • 10:36 AM

Hi Sara, I'm a bristish Pastor, author/songwriter whos been inspired by your music for years. I've just published my debut album and am currently working on a studio album called 'THE LINE' which is songs about the lineage of Jesus from matt Ch1. Because of the amazing women who risked their lives to get in the 'line' (Tamar, Leah, Rhab, Ruth etc), one or perhaps 2 tracks would really benefit from an expressive female singer, which was something that we really struggled with in the last album. Obviously, your name would also be a massive boost for us too. If you were willing to consider helping us with this, it would be possible to send basic tracks later tis year for you to vet first and then if you were willing we could arrange for a studio near you to record you, unless you're in the UK this year? I realise this is a big 'ask' but if you visit www.GIANT-shoulders.com and listen to 'Wild Olive' and 'Patience of a Saint' you will see the kind of sound I'll be aiming for on the next album. It won't be second rate writing or recording, I use the best session musicians available (eg the gutar/madolin/piano you'll hear is none other than legend Albert Lee, and the steel/dobro was Van Morrison's Richard Nelson) I want to, in a similar way that you do, cause people to experience the Biblical narrative in a new and deeper way. I believe the next album will be a benchmark for this I would be honoured if you'd at least consider hearing the basic tracks when they are written, many thanks Henry vyner-brooks@tiscali.co.uk

Joy Gibson February 08, 2008 • 10:33 AM

Thank you so very much for sharing your music, and the beautiful gift and songs God has given to you. Hearing your songs from "Less like Scars" takes me back to really accepting God's call for my life. There is such power and life in God's plan and calling- thank you for sharing the one He gave you. "Remember Surrender" completely sums up that particular time in my life, and I am grateful that you were able to put what I was feeling into words. Thank you so much, keep going, and I pray God continues to bless your ministry. God bless you, sister!

Leigh Ann Powell February 08, 2008 • 08:12 AM

Hi Sara, I am looking forward to hearing you on February 16th in Greensboro, NC! I have followed your music for a while now, and am blessed everytime I put on one of your records. As my husband (Al Powell of Common Ground) and I pray to be apart of the Christian music industry someday, I would love to hear more from you about life with your whole family on the road. I believe that is such a neat thing, and such a blessing to be able to minister together on the road as a whole family. That is Al and I's dream, too. Once again, thank you for your ministry and your music. It encourages my soul. See you soon, Leigh Ann Powell www.reverbnation/commongroundnc

deb February 08, 2008 • 06:51 AM

Hi Sara! I came up and said "hello" to you at Moody Founder's Week. I have no idea what i said, my husband dared me to do it, so i did. I think i mentioned something about how your music meant alot to me. true, but that comment didn't do it justice...you music means very much to me, it has kept me going through the rough days of motherhood, helps my heart put a voice on it's praise to my Heavenly Father, and your most recent album reminds me why we are pursuing an adoption from Ethiopia-to be courageous, to make the world a better place for the cause of Christ. i hope that Ruby Cate is feeling better! Thanks for being a part of Moody's week. We try to go every year and every year it's worth it!!! in Him, Debbie

Ian Henderson February 08, 2008 • 03:08 AM

Hi Sara- I came across "just showed up for my own life" on a compilation cd called "I will follow". I hope that I can hear some more of your music here in Scotland. It kind of speaks to the/my heart.God Bless, Ian.

Johanna February 07, 2008 • 10:14 PM

Sara, I thought it was time to jump on board and tell you how much I enjoy your music. My husband, Larry, has praised your music and what you are doing for the Kingdom of God. I really don't remember who heard your music first, Larry or myself. All I know is that we are both blessed by it and inspired by it. The lyrics are so beautiful and so depict everyday life. What I am trying to say is that you inspire us to live Godly lives. We will be at Fellowship Church in Dallas to praise the Lord with you. Blessings, Johanna

trista February 07, 2008 • 04:09 PM

sara, could I ever find the words to describe how your music has touched my life? it has helped me become the person i am today and encouraged me more times the i can count. thank you. you are a blessing forever and a day to me :-)

Bill Matyskela February 07, 2008 • 12:24 PM

My daughter Sarah and I were blessed to meet you last night at Moody! Your music has so much integrity, it truly speaks to the realities of everyday life as fallen (though redeemed) creatures in a fallen world. Yet it also points us upward...to the worship and adoration of our God. Your songs challenge me to move forward in my relationship with Him. God's glory is on display in your talents and abilities...may He continue to use you for His purposes! Blessings to you and your family in all your endeavors.

Kristin February 07, 2008 • 10:47 AM

Hey My name is Kristin Weis i live in Tulsa, Ok Me and my Husband have such a heart for the girl's who are in the trafficing scene in Brothels. I was listening to the radio and your song "when the saints" came on and it totally rocked my world it was exactly how i felt towards the junk thats going on in Brothels. I didn't know if you had released it for a vocal track yet or not. I wanted to sing it in my church because i feel it will open some peoples eyes to it. We were also wondering if it was ok with you if we used that song as our theme song for our ministry. Thank you so much for you time

Vince February 07, 2008 • 07:52 AM

Sara, I met you last night at Moody as you were going to sign the CDs. Thank you for your music. It has been a huge help to me over the last 2 years. I dealt with my wife of 25 years divorcing me and splitting our family of 5 kids. Keep writing and performing it is inspiring for me. I have all of your CDs and my kids are tired of hearing them but they give me hope. Your honesty with were you are is what helps. I have worked in the music business and you are my favorite. The line in your song "I see a man of passion kicking down the brothel door" makes me cry and inspires me since my past in that area is not good. I want to be that man of passion and maybe work or support IJM. Keep focused on your family htose kids will grow quickly-I know. Thanks for the hope and inspiration. God is good to use people like you. He continues to use me in spite of my past. Keep up the good work God is giving you. Your friend in Christ Vince

Leanne Chislett February 07, 2008 • 03:55 AM

Hi Sara...just wanted to say I love your honesty in your songs...love your music and love your heart throughout it. I find it easy to relate to what you write. My husband and I had our first baby at the end of December. The first day we had him home, i was rocking him and in the background your song was playing about 'Every Minute'. I had a tear or two come to my eyes as the phrase 'Well no I couldn't think of one thing I would rather spend my time on then sitting here with you' It was a beautiful moment as I was realizing how life and priorities were changing for me. Just wanted to ask as well whether you and your family were in Hawaii (oahu) at the end of January and beginning of February last year. I thought I recognized you at the airport but opted to not ask if it was you (although if you were there, would have loved to meet you). My husband and I have been in the public eye for years and although not near the same extent you are, it is nice to sometimes 'hide', especially on holidays!! Thanks again for opening the 'journal of your heart' and sharing it with us!! Leanne

Suzanne February 06, 2008 • 08:33 PM

Hello Sara-- I had to write you & say how surprised I was when I heard your new album. I purchased it in order to have "When the Saints". When I played the rest of the album, it so reminded me of "Folk" songs of my youth. (I'm 56.) Probably not your typical guestbook signer. Anyway, all this to say I love your music. You're a treasure! Keep with it! Blessings.

Gary Buentemeier February 06, 2008 • 07:09 PM

Sarah and group. It has been a couple weeks since your visit to Living Hope. I just wanted to express my appreciation for your great concert and wonderful message. It was great to visit with you all at breakfast and certainly a pleasure for my daughter and I to be able to help with the meals etc... It was an awesome concert. I also wish to thank you Sarah for the CD. You must realize the many hours of joy it brings and will continue to. I will keep an eye on the schedule and be there when you are in the area or close. May the Lord's Blessing be with each of you. Thank you again, Gary

Ian Smith February 06, 2008 • 06:34 PM

Hello! Unfortunately, I was only able to listen to the first part of your music at Founder's Week on the way home from piano lessons, and I very much enjoyed hearing two of my favorites - 'Conversations' and 'The Word'. It was interesting to hear you tell about that one man's response to the first song, because I was wondering the same thing after I heard it for the first time. As I have been thinking about it, and after today, I believe I understand. It is not as if friends and loved ones and everything else are entirely inane to the Christian, but rather that they only take on true meaning to a person in the light of Christ's redeeming love. Without it, everything is essentially meaningless. Thanks for helping to clarify that. I very much enjoyed hearing about your father, Mr. Colbaugh, and as you claim he reads these - Mr. Colbaugh, God bless you, your family, and your ministry. I thought that it was neat that Jeremiah is your favorite prophet - I was wondering why you devoted a song to him! About 'The Word', every time I hear that one I sit back and praise God for His Word, especially the Word incarnate. My favorite line is 'and neither death nor life nor present or future or depth or height can keep us from the love of Christ'. How wonderful is it that our Lord will be with us, love us, and guide us closer to Him despite anything that anyone or anything (including ourselves) could ever do! Thanks for these great reminders and God bless you.

Megan February 06, 2008 • 04:14 PM

I just wanted to say thanks. All your albums, and especially your newest, have lead me to places of honesty with the Lord. I love your heart and your willingness to share your passion with us. We are a world desparate for Truth and ultimately, for God, and you are leading us to Him through your music. I hope your day is lovely Sara. I'm so thankful for you. Megan in Washington State

Cobus Myburgh February 06, 2008 • 03:40 PM

Every now and then we get someone who inspires us through his or her music. This time it was you. Maybe not for 200 billion people out there but when I heard your voice this afternoon the first time, it changed me. I watched the movie "The Ultimate Gift" and I can honestly say that they couldn't have end this movie on a better note than with the sound of your voice. South Africa! Thank you and have a nice one!

Kaydi February 06, 2008 • 01:09 PM

Sara, You may never read this, but lately, as I work in my basement, tiling, painting, and getting it ready to receive guests, I've been listening to the other side of something. I love the boxing song. The first time I heard it I thought it was weird, but now, after about 4 times, I think it's amazing. We are in a spiritual battle and "Great is He who is in me, than He who is in the world!!" I forget that. Especially now that I have recently moved from the town I've lived in all my 39 years and picked up my family, my job, my "church", and now am living in Baxter, MN. I love my new life, but it's hard. But God is here, He's amazing me, even through my tears. So I bought your newest CD just an hour ago and I'm about to crank it up and listen while I stain some wood in my basement. I Love what you are doing Sara. Keep going sister. Kaydi Johnson, (Cousin of Charles Dick)

Nathan February 06, 2008 • 07:23 AM

Thank you so much for your incredible ministry! Every time I listen to your music, I am blessed again and again! Thank you! When I saw that you were coming to Christ Community Church in St. Charles, Illinois, I was very excited, but theb disappointed when I learned that it was for a women's retreat! I also really wanted to go to Founder's Week, but we aren't able to, so I will be listening! You did a great job last night!

Keith Martinson February 05, 2008 • 08:55 PM

Jim -- Thank you for your comments. Lyrics and audio clips will be back on the new site very soon!

Jim February 05, 2008 • 08:43 PM

Sara, We are looking forward to seeing you in Dallas this weekend. Thanks for doing this concert for the kids in Capernaum Ministries. Your friends and fans in the Sara Groves Yahoo Group say hello and send prayers for God's blessing for your family. I like the new look on the website, but I wish they would put the song samples and lyrics back in. I would often send friends to the site to hear samples and hopefully buy CDs. I suppose there is still MySpace. God Bless and see you soon, Jim

Ian Smith February 05, 2008 • 07:30 PM

Hi, I knoe I just wrote, but since I couldn't see you in person today I listened to the radio. You were wonderful - I liked the way you arranged 'Add to the Beauty' and 'Song for my Sons', especially after sharing your stories about your son Kirby (that was hilarious! I really want to meet him someday) and your nephew. It made it so much more sentimental. I will be listening tomorrow also - thanks so much! I wish I could be there! You don't know how much of a blessing your music has been.

Joseph Unjakoti February 05, 2008 • 07:34 PM

First of all Praise the Lord for your ministry. I love your songs very much. I am sending this email just to let you know how much I enjoyed to listen to you on the founders week on WMBW Chattanoga. I am very impressed and inspired by the IJM's work all around the world, specially in INDIA where I come from. Thank you for beeing a supporter of IJM. God bless your ministry and your family greatly for His glory.

grk February 05, 2008 • 03:53 PM

Well, upon checking out the updated site and content, I am compelled to share a couple thoughts. If in the event of discouragement, perhaps this can be a nugget of support. With no exaggeration, if we had to pick an artist to listen to and forgo others, my family would pick yours. There is a level of spirituality with the lyrics that begs to be chewed on, and musicality that is just that. thanks for both. (Our daughter grooved to your music in the womb.) We can't wait to see you perform again soon. I am reminded of Ephesians 2:18, with eyes of understanding enlightened, one sees the hope of His calling. Keep it up and keep digging. By the way, my wife and I get chills every time the victory of Christ is proclaimed in, 'When the Saints". I could go on, but I shan't. We are grateful for the work the Lord is doing in you. Thanks for sharing... Gregory, Sarah & Pela Kolsto - KCMO

Erin Mackie February 05, 2008 • 09:03 AM

Sara, I went to Rwanda this past summer on a missions trip with Immanuel Bible Church from Springfield Virginia. My life was truley changed on this trip and my relationship with God grew beyond my beliefs. God formed in my heart a compasion and true heart for the Rwandan people. I know i am still very young, but i truley belive that Rwanda is where God wants to use me when i am older. When i was chosen this year, not for the Rwandan missions trip but for a Mexico missons trip with my church i was upset and my heart was hardend, for i love the culture and people of Rwanda and i couldnt dream of going anywhere else. I have been praying for God to help me understand why he is leading me to Mexico, and also help me to have a loving and transparent heart, so his love an shine through me. I stayed home sick today from school and was flipping throught the channels and your music video came on. I cryed throughout the whole thing. Your words and lyrics and exactly how i felt when i left, and how i feel now. Thank you for making this video. God Bless. Erin Mackie PS: I sing and this past week i was asked to sing in a show at my school, i was asked to pick one song, i have been having the hardest time picking one, beacuase i wanted it to really be about me, and show who i really am. I just wanted to let you know, i listened to "I saw what i saw" and instantly, like a sign from God, i knew that was the song for me.... thank you!

Dave Thomposon February 04, 2008 • 10:53 PM

Sara, I am bringing my wife to your concert in Springfield. It is a special birthday gift for her 40th. She and I have just finished 5 years on the road with our 5 children.We have moved to KC, MO to help establish a church in the downtown community. Your songs have graced this transition for my wife. I will attempt to have her meet you in person at that concert. It would be a big moment for her. We are online at www.familyharmony.net and newlifekc.org Dave

Jason B. February 04, 2008 • 09:34 PM

Sara, I recently watched your documentary about your trip to Rwanda and your trip to New Orleans from a few years back. I had heard of you but honestly had not heard many of your songs. I have since listened to some of your music and am impressed. Anyway, I was on my way to bed around 11 p.m. one night and something (or someone) told me to go watch tv, it wasn't time to go to sleep just yet. I turned it on and started flipping around the religious channels and came across the beginning of your 'story'. I watched and it affected me deeply. I didn't know much about the genocide in Rwanda and am deeply troubled by it. I am also troubled by the fact that many people in 3rd world countries do not know about the love of Jesus and the need for Jesus in their lives. Coincidentally, I am in the ministry part time, and I quit my job 4 months back for another job that did not work out. I honestly feel, actually I know, that God is not getting me a secular full time job even though logically I should have found a job by now. God has changed me in ways I can't explain, and He has moved me for months now. I see myself in missions somewhere - teaching, helping, doing something to spread the Gospel, and again, your Rwanda trip touched me. I just coincidentally watched Travel The Road for the firt time today (a repeat) and guess what - it was about a trip to Rwanda. I was deeply moved again by the Lord and after looking at the Travel The Road website and Overland Missions website, I wonder if God is sending me to Africa this summer. I think God is working on me in a big way, and I think He is sending me somewhere soon. I pray that God works on my wife because she doesn't feel the same as I. I pray that He changes her too. I am not sure how to pay my current bills and keep our house and now I feel that I may be going to Africa this summer. I just wanted to say...keep up the great work of the Lord! We truly don't know why he picks us or how He'll get us through tough times but we have to rely on Him and walk every day with Jesus our Savior. Like Paul says, we are to go to the far ends of the earth and preach the Good News! Thanks again for sharing your story - your trip to Africa. I believe it was just part of my big plan - a big plan from God!

Ian Smith February 04, 2008 • 06:19 PM

Hello again, Mrs. Groves! I believe I have kept my promise of waiting a month to write again. It was hard! I will not be seeing you at Founder's Week, unfortunately. I was so excited. Looking through your schedule, my heart jumped when I saw Saint Charles, Illinois in April at Christ Community Church - I live about 10 minutes from there and the church is very close to my own, Fox Valley Bible Church. I was disappointed when I saw that you are going to be at a women's conference, since I obviously can't go to that. I hope you like my area, and maybe I'll catch you later. The real reason I am writing is to tell you that I saw your 'I Saw What I Saw' video today when I was on Google Earth, and how much more that song means to me now - I knew that it was inspired by a trip to Rwanda, after you told us on Moody radio when the album came out,and I knew there was a video, but I never saw it. When I did, I realized what you meant in the words. Thanks so much for making that clip. God bless you and your family!

Heather February 04, 2008 • 06:13 PM

Sara, I just wanted to say thanks again for your songs! I spoke with your briefly after the last Service Sunday morning at church at the mall. Tomorrow begins my first day of just "being mommy," and I know that many of your songs gave me the inspiration to teach them truth that they can live with and carry on to others! I'll be praying for you and your family. God Bless!! (By the way, my 6 year old daughter is already in love with your CD. She asks each time we get in the car if we can listen to the CD from the Woman's conference!!!)

Peggy Davis February 04, 2008 • 10:58 AM

Hello I am so grateful that your music has found me. I am 47 years old and just recently accepted Christ into my heart. I have virtually lived my life around music and have been looking for Christian music to take place of the less acceptable music of my past. Your music and your stories are such an inspiration to me I listen to you over and over and find new meaning almost every time. I am looking forward to the day you perform in Detroit, MI. area.

beth miller February 04, 2008 • 04:38 AM

sara...i work at first baptist church at the mall in lakeland, florida, and i attended the women's conference with you this past weekend...what a blessing! i bought your 7-pack of CDs...your lyrics are the oil Jesus is using to restore my soul...thank you...i will be tuning in to Moody radio this week to hear you at Founder's Week...and i will be praying for you...blessings, beth

Josiah Cedeno February 03, 2008 • 03:10 PM

I really like ur new cd sara! Josiah

John February 03, 2008 • 02:18 PM

When the dust settles and all our home safe I think it would be a testament to the power of prayer and God's faithfulness for your fans to hear the story of how your missionary relatives managed to flee Chad during the recent rebel attacks these past few days.

Katelyn February 03, 2008 • 02:14 PM

I just enjoy your music so much. The songs are just so inspirational, and they really motivate me to want to live for God more and more every day. I especially like the songs "Add to the Beauty" and "Rewrite This Tragedy". "Rewrite This Tragedy" is just such an awesome, creative, and heartfelt song, and I really enjoy listening to it. Keep doing what your doing, because your music is helping people live for the King.

Barrett harrelson February 03, 2008 • 01:19 PM

sara i am not a big fan of contemporary music. I believe in the old time way. Alot of music today is called "christian" but i hear no words of Jesus Christ himself. I listened to your song "when the saints" and i have to say it was very touching. "I see the long quiet walk along the Underground Railroad I see the slave awakening to the value of her soul I see the young missionary and the angry spear I see his family returning with no trace of fear I see the long hard shadows of Calcutta nights I see the sisters standing by the dying man's side I see the young girl huddled on the brothel floor I see the man with a passion come and kicking down the door I see the man of sorrows and his long troubled road I see the world on his shoulders and my easy load" Those words couldnt have been put together any better. You use words in your songs you dont hear anymore. Missionary, soul, conviction, hope, courage..... in todays world we just tell people about a GOD of love. GOD is also a GOD of judgement. Sara my prayer for you is that you will spread the gospel through music. Fully rely on the Blood of Jesus Christ and you wont be let down. May GOD richly bless you! Barrett

robin lane February 03, 2008 • 01:04 PM

Today you were at my church, Sara-First Baptist at the Mall. you were also at our Womens Conf.this weekend which I did not attend. Darn it. You are such a beautiful person and what a voice...just like an angel(i imagine). Thanks for coming!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! May God bless you and yours as you have blessed us with your incredible talent. Love in Christ!

Andriah February 03, 2008 • 10:38 AM

Sara, You are a gifted songwriter and I am so thankful you are willing to share your talents with us. You communicate and say things the world needs to hear. I adore "Tell Me What You Know" as a whole album, and especially the song "I Saw What I saw." I hope you continue to make music for years to come. Andriah

Brian and Janice Dodd February 03, 2008 • 10:16 AM

Sara Your music is so inspirational to my wife and I. My wife attended the seminar at First Baptist Church in Lakeland, Florida. Thank You for coming and may God keep on blessing you in all that you do with your ministry. Brian and Janice Dodd

stephen February 02, 2008 • 05:45 PM

Dear Sara: My wife and I lived in Kenya for 3 and a half years in the late 1990s, and I visited Rwanda numerous (at least a dozen) times for work. Thank you for writing such a poignant, eloquent song about the lessons we can learn from their courage and perseverance in the face of unimaginable suffering.

Tyler February 02, 2008 • 02:59 PM

Thank you Sara for your wonderful music. It is so inspirational and heartfelt. I would love to see you in concert (come to Southern Illinois!) and hope that you keep doing what God has so greatly gifted you with. How about some accompaniment tracks so that we can share your music with our church congregations? Just a thought. God bless you!

bonnie February 01, 2008 • 12:10 PM

Hello Sara, I have to tell you I love your music. So many times in the past five years your songs have been right where I am in life. Painting Pictures of Egypt is one example. I've been there, wishing to go back but needing to go forward. God has used your songs to minister to me when no one else seemed to get through. I want to tell you your song When the Saints is so good! I just cried picturing Jesus with my sin and how I really do have an easy load. Keep singing for the Lord. 1 Peter 4:9-11.

Emily Kochetta January 31, 2008 • 07:08 PM

When I think I've heard my favorite song, another one tops it! Your music MINISTERS to me.

Sonya January 29, 2008 • 10:55 PM

Thanks for giving so freely of yourself. You have been used you so mightily to reiterated the truth of Gods love and power. If we were face to face, I would give you a hug and thank you for being such a dear friend on this great faith journey.

Gloria Mentch January 28, 2008 • 10:36 PM

Love your video from Africa... So nice and the song is wonderful!!

Cynthia Nickel January 28, 2008 • 05:55 PM

Thank you for sharing your gift with us. Your music is inspirational and so relavent, not to mention music to our ears! My husband and I were married in 2002 and selected

Naomi Woods January 27, 2008 • 02:50 AM

Sara and Friends, I want to thank you so much for your ministry. Sara, I call you songs my

Jeff Campus January 27, 2008 • 12:01 AM

Hi Sara, I saw your show in Richmond, VA right after 9/11 and I sat w/someone from my church that I happened to met there. It turns out this person is the woman in the news that was just kidnapped in Afghanistan. I just found out that it was her & I immediately flashed back to your concert, which we both enjoyed, as that was the last time I remember seeing her. I hope that the people who read this will join in praying for her safe return.

Laura McKenzie January 26, 2008 • 11:35 PM

about 3 years ago my husband & I suffered a horrific loss: our only 2 children were killed in an accident that we were all in as a family. at the time we lived & served in Lebanon. we were settled in the Middle east before then... anyway our lives just turned upside down and inside out. Lots of pain, weeping, missing our sweet Sam & Abigail so badly, we had to read and understand

collin January 26, 2008 • 06:40 PM

make a vocal cd!

Paul and Pam Shuler January 26, 2008 • 10:57 AM

Hi Sara, My husband Paul and I were visiting Green Bay when you sang at the Cup on Jan. 19. Your live performance was even better than your wonderful CD recordings. Each of your songs has so much meaning and message. The gospel message is taught so well. My heart was changed forever when I saw your visit to Rwanda. We have prayed about how to help orphans and widows. I am praying for God to help me raise money for the James Fund. I gave you a CD entitled

PAULETTE WILLIAMS WHITE January 26, 2008 • 12:39 AM

HI SARA, MY NAME IS PAULETTE AND I LIVE IN NEW ORLEANS, LA. I WAS VIEWING NRB AND SAW YOU. I CRIED BECAUSE YOU HAVE SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SPIRIT. I LOVE YOUR COURAGE AND YOUR HEART. I'VE BEEN PRAYING TO GOD TO SHOW ME HIS PURPOSE AND PLAN FOR MY LIFE. WHEN I SEE PEOPLE LIKE YOU, I KNOW THIS IS WHAT I'M SUPPOSE TO BE DOING. I'M PRESENTLY AN UNEMPLOYED REGISTERED NURSE, NOT BECAUSE I CAN'T FIND A JOB, I BELIEVE IN MY HEART THAT I'M SUPPOSE TO DO SOMETHING ELSE. I JUST DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START. LOVE YOU, PAULETTE

Kelly January 25, 2008 • 10:45 PM

Sara, your music was introduced to me by some friends that new you when you went to college. Since that time, your music has helped me through some very difficult times. I hope to one day get to meet you and hear you in concert. God Bless

Kevin January 25, 2008 • 04:21 PM

It was a pleasure to hear you and the band during your stop in Lincoln. And thanks for taking the time to meet and greet afterwards. My wife Elonie was so glad to get the chance to say

Beth January 25, 2008 • 01:57 PM

Hey!!! I <333 your music... Keep singing with your talent for God.. <333 ya alot and ur voice is ammazing

Sarah January 25, 2008 • 10:51 AM

Hi Sara, I don't have anything profound to say...just that I thank you for following the plans that God has for you. In doing so, you have blessed me nearly every day. I listen to your cd's (I have them all) so frequently that my husband probably wants to yell, but he doesn't...I think he secretly loves the music too :) Anyway, thanks and I hope you have a wonderful day! Come to BIRMINGHAM, AL more often!! I haven't seen you live yet, but would LOVE to. Love, Sarah

sunshine foss January 25, 2008 • 10:04 AM

Hi Sara, I was introduced to your song

Pat Benedict January 24, 2008 • 07:55 PM

Pat Benedict January 24, 2008 • 07:44 PM

Today would have been our son's 22nd birthday. He died of an aggressive form of leukemia in the grueling span of 22 months. After a bone marrow transplant with one of his sisters as a perfect match, we were hopeful, but God had other plans for how he was to live out his short 20 years on planet earth. His life continues to unfold and the legacy he left behind and his testimony continues to be a strength to our never to be the same family of 10.I have spent the day ruminating on the lyrics of we have what we have and am so very grateful for your work and ministry. Keep up the conversational music. It's real life and healing !

Larry Pahl January 24, 2008 • 07:13 PM

Hi Sara-- I have worked with young people for a long time, done a lot of drama and creative stuff, etc. Here is a music video I did on one of your songs...I hope you get a chance to view it sometime... (I just found out that your guest book does not allow posting URLS...so instead of posting the URL to the video I made for you I will simply say that if you go to youtube and do a search for larrypahl you will see a video named MAYBE THERE IS ONE Hope you can watch it... With Christian love, Larry Pahl

CRISTINA HERRINGTON January 24, 2008 • 12:42 PM

I just returned from a mission trip to Haiti. Your song, I Saw What I Saw, was introduced to me on that trip. I want you to know how much your song touched our group. We sing those lyrics and tears swell at our own experiences. Thank you for listening to the Holy Spirit. Thank you for allowing God to use you!

Douglas and Patricia Hall January 23, 2008 • 11:27 AM

My wife and I, along with some friends, were at your concert on the 18th in Lincoln and I speak for all of us when I tell you what a great time we had. As a general rule of thumb* I can fairly judge my own good time by how close to God I feel during and after an event like your concert. I once attended a Ginny Owens concert, also at Union College, and I felt such a closeness to God I cried during most of the evening. That being said, your music, your family, and your stories are truly inspiring. Your music was new to our friends and they also came away with a glow in their hearts. Thank you for sharing your God given talent with us and know that your ministry is touching the lives and hearts of others. Keep the faith! Douglas Hall and an FYI. not a positive image, but interesting regardless. *In the 1400's a law was set forth in England that a man was allowed to beat his wife with a stick no thicker than his thumb. Hence we have

Cathy Sanders January 23, 2008 • 01:35 AM

Hello there Sara,Just dropping by to let you know I appreciate you and your music. We met in FL in 2000 and had written each other a few times. I understand now you have a full plate. I hope someday to cross paths with you again. Blessings.

Lisa Martin January 23, 2008 • 01:15 AM

I will never stop being moved by your music and God's messages through you...it has been meant for me more times than I can count. Thank you, so much.

Mary and Jeff Gruse January 22, 2008 • 10:45 PM

Sara and family, Just wanted to thank you for your recent visit to Green Bay. We may be called the frozen tundra, but you certainly know how to warm our hearts with your music. Thank you for continuing to visit, and for sharing your heart with us.

amy snider January 22, 2008 • 03:42 PM

sara. can you please tell your fans a little bit about your faith and beliefs. it would be nice to know what you believe as we sing along to the lyrics. thanks. amy

Juliana January 22, 2008 • 01:12 PM

Dear Sara, your music is helping me in a very trying time. I had lost my faith, I was simply very angry with God. I am in need of a new heart, a transplant and as I am facing my possible death I look in the eyes of the little Elijah who is now 6 months old and who is what I always had prayed for, in the eyes of my husband who is desperate and my mother who is wondering if a second child of hers must die. I told God that it is not fair to let so many people suffer because He wants to test me. Well, your music helps me find a balance and reminds me of His beauty, that He is Love and also loves me. Thank you.

Kristy January 21, 2008 • 08:29 PM

Sara, Your words echo truth and resound scripture in love. 4 years ago, I was saved. I remember driving in my car and hearing the song,

Kristy January 21, 2008 • 08:28 PM

Sara, Your words echo truth and resound scripture in love. 4 years ago, I was saved. I remember driving in my car and hearing the song,

Kristy January 21, 2008 • 08:26 PM

Sara, Your words echo truth and resound scripture in love. 4 years ago, I was saved. I remember driving in my car and hearing the song,

Joshua Skogerboe January 21, 2008 • 05:19 PM

Sara, thank you and your band so much for the beautiful concerts at Living Hope Church yesterday. When excellence and humility meet the Truth, lives are changed. Your music and your message is full of the Holy Spirit. God bless you - may He give you many more years of writing and singing potent, life-changing music.

Amanda January 21, 2008 • 03:50 PM

Sara, our MOPS steering team got together over the weekend to watch some of the DVD's from the fall convention (since we weren't able to attend). Thank you for the message you shared. We were encouraged to dream bigger dreams for ourselves and our children. Thanks for thinking beyond your own family. Many blessings to you as you continue to share your gifts.

Stan Ragnes January 21, 2008 • 08:20 AM

Hi Sara, I'm ever so glad that I was given the opportunity to be your piano tuner for your concert in Living Hope Church St. Michael/Albertville High School yesterday. It was special to meet you and then be able to go home and bring my wife and grand daughter to your concert. We all loved it. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to bring my music to you and thank you for giving us your message through your voice, hands and friends. God bless you on your journey. Stan, Jude & Cella

Stephanie January 21, 2008 • 02:18 AM

Hello Sara, I wish I could meet you and give you a hug for helping me through the most difficult time in my life. I am so grateful that I discovered your music. My life hit rock bottom one month before Christmas. I rented the movie The Ultimate Gift. wonderful movie with such a positive message. I immediately went and bought every CD I could find. Conversations, Add to the Beauty, and Tell me what you know. I listened to those 3 nonstop. All day long. And still am constantly. I have never listened to Christian music before. Although I am a Christian. Every single song speaks to my heart. I feel as though some, lots of them were written just for me and my situation. you have such a beautiful voice, with an amazing gift to be able to express your heart the way you do. Your music has brought hope and faith back into my life. What a blessing! Time does heal and I feel now as if I can make it through this difficult time. I am forever grateful to you for giving each and everyone of us the gift of your music. Always remember, You are making a difference in peoples lives. Some of my favorites are, Something Changed, When it was over, It's going to be alright, Rewrite this Tragedy, Loving a Person, You are the Sun. Hello Lord, Know my heart, Conversations, Painting Pictures of Egypt and This Journey is my own. I could go on and on.. They are all wonderful! God Bless. And... Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Stephanie

Timi January 20, 2008 • 06:23 PM

Sara, Thank you SO much for playing shows @ the Cup o' Joy! We were so honored & blessed to hear your songs & stories. It truly was a privilege to see you! Blessings to you!!

The BearPair January 20, 2008 • 03:12 PM

I keep getting the message: [Your message contains inappropriate language or a web address] which is beyond belief. Webmast, please contact me and I will provide the message we left, and you can tell us what is wrong.

Angi January 20, 2008 • 10:18 AM

The songs are beautyful!Halleluja! God bless you!!! Angi from Hungary

Tom Sadowski January 18, 2008 • 11:21 AM

This is my second attempt at “signing” your guestbook. The first apparently disappeared somewhere into cyberspace after I sent it off. In any event, I first learned of you, Sara, through a good friend in Dallas named Jorge (George) who had me listen to your “Conversations” CD about 4 yrs ago. To date, it is the only one I have and am familiar with (so far). Twenty-five to thirty yrs ago I used to listen to a LOT of “contemporary Christian music.” My favorite artists were (and still are) Keith Green, John Fischer, and Kelly Willard. In more recent yrs, while listening to such music much less, but still some, I have been much blessed by Fernando Ortega, Michael Card, Michelle Wagner, and others. However, when I listened to the “Conversations” CD about a week ago, it was as though I was hearing it for the first time. I loved (love) pretty much every song on it, altho’ my favorite, I think, is “The Word.” I also love the lines, “Now I live and breathe for an audience of one,” “… or I can make a mark on eternity,” and so many, many others. You have joined my list of now my FOUR favorite Christian singers/artists. I say this not to flatter you; God forbid. Rather, I wish to glorify GOD in you. I was also very happy to see, providentially, on your web site, that you are to be in Dallas next month (on 2/9). I have purchased seven tickets, for myself, my wife, and hopefully five of my six children, and look forward to hearing you and the others (and possibly meeting you) there and then, God willing. I am also notifying many, many others in the area (and in other cities across the U.S.) about your concerts in our/their localities.

Rachel January 17, 2008 • 10:57 PM

I'm a missionary in Papua New Guinea and just wanted to thank you for your vulnerability and encouragement. I've listened to your music for a long time and just recently my family sent me the nomad reality film you did. It was refreshing to see a woman seeking to glorify God and acting on what He wants her to be doing and being so

Nathan Lapp January 17, 2008 • 10:47 PM

The songs of Sara Groves were a cup of cold water for my wife and I during traumatic, life-transforming events that we endured in the past few years. God was so good to us to speak words of faith, endurance, and victory to us through Sara, in the hours when we needed it most. Praise the Lord for your talents and faith, Sara!! We are praying for you and your ministry. As an eternal acknowledgement of the era when we first came to know Sara, and also deeper personal relationships with Jesus, we named our newborn baby girl after Sara. May the Lord Jesus shine through you and may it continue to impact many thousands of lives, as it has ours. WE LOVE YOU!!!! We can't wait to see you in Nashville on Feb 7!! May the Lord bless you with a safe journey to Nashville so that we can meet in person, for at least a couple of minutes. Love, Nathan, Marcella, Jeremiah, Timothy, Kelsey, and Sarenna Faith Lapp

Michelle January 17, 2008 • 05:32 PM

Sarah, I've been listening for about eight or more years now. I appreciate you putting yourself out there again and again. I can only imagine the labor that goes into each album, song and note. Thank you. I'm always amazed at how you express my thoughts and wish I could be that clear. I pray that God will continue to give you words and music because we need it out here!! One more thing, can you bring your tour to Missisisippi?

Faith Mugeta January 17, 2008 • 03:48 PM

Sara, I and my mother absolutely love your latest cd. God has blessed you with a beautiful voice and keep using it to encourage so many people.

Rusty January 17, 2008 • 10:20 AM

I can only echo what all the others before me have said about your music being a true inspiration and touching our souls. Your lyrics and Nomad video have played a huge part in my decision to move my family to Africa and work for a Christian relief organization. Thank You.

Amy W. January 16, 2008 • 02:02 PM

I recently bought my first Sara Groves CD. I was just browsing in Lifeway when I came across it, Sara Groves: Tell Me What You Know. I love a bargain and the CD was on a special sale. I snatched it up. I had never heard of Sara Groves before, but it was like the CD was inviting me in to listen. Of course I bought the CD. I instantly opened my purchase and put it in my CD player. I am a huge fan now! I LOVE her sound. The lyrics are so real and sound very genuine. I imagine if I met Sara in person she would be a true friend, the kind of person that would change your life just by meeting them.

John Thomson January 16, 2008 • 11:47 AM

Reading your guestbook is like reading a daily devotional with all the blessings that have been received by so many. We are looking forward to seeing you in Chicago, praying as you travel across this country and especially praying for Juliet.

Catherine January 16, 2008 • 09:44 AM

How is it that you get inside my head and express what I cannot express and help in the healing process that I am going through? God has used the songs that he has given you in my life in such amazing ways. Let me tell you some of my story. 'Less like scars and more like character.' These scars for me weren't solely mental ones but physical scars as well. I've been struggling with negative thought processes and how I deal with these for years. I have been in counselling for the last couple of months, and am slowly beginning to wade out of this 'miry pit,' only to descend into the pit of depression. But you know what? 'He's always been faithful to me'. I know that God is using these experiences and struggles to shape and mould me. 'I can't remember a trial or a pain he did not recycle to bring me gain' - God has been teaching me so much through this struggle. I know that in the future I'm going to use these struggles to help other people. I know that because he's already been working through me. I don't know how this will extend in the future but I'm expecting great things from God. Job 23 verse 10. God's given me such a heart for teenage girls - so many are hurting and need encouragement, and God's equipping me to do that. God can be trusted, your songs help me re-discover that in those dark times when my view is clouded up. I suppose I just wanted to write this to you to encourage you to keep doing what you're doing. Continue to let God use you in amazing ways. Listen to his voice. Let yourself continue to be used as his instrument and voice in this dark world. Many others I know have also been blessed by your music. Keep shining Sara.

Sarah Payne January 16, 2008 • 07:51 AM

Dear Sara and Troy.. Thankyou so much for sharing your God given gifts of wisdom, love, grace, hope and beauty,with us all... As a wife and mother and daughter of God, I have listened to your stories and your words of encouragement for years and really just wanted you to know what a huge part your music has played in my life, giving me strength and hope. Reminding me, when I forget, of all the promises that I have by being one of God's children... My heart is so thankful to God for you and your music.. so please, if ever you wonder what your music is doing, remember you touch the lives of broken people and preach to them the power and hope of God...and the heart of Christ's teaching in ways you could never imagine, all around this world.. thankyou for the love you have shown to me, your neighbour.x

beej January 15, 2008 • 08:33 PM

You just popped up on my Pandora radio site with Loving a Person. Good tune. I like it. Thanks for it.

Debbie January 13, 2008 • 09:01 PM

You came to our church and said it was not one of your best nights. I want to thank you for being vulnerable. You were torn that night because of the bus transmission, felt silly because you had forgotten your concert attire, and were sad because your sister was ill. However, you sang and spoke from your heart with no pretenses and no theatrics. I just wanted you to know that was the first night in a long, long time that I felt any love at all. The world has been very very harsh to many people. I myself just went through a crisis situation where I hurt myself and needed medical care. This happened because I felt I had lost my voice in the world and nothing I was doing seemed to matter. Now, a week later, I just wanted to thank you for the love you poured out when your spirit was hurting that night and to let you know that you were heard. Thank you for being strong enough and allowing God's love to shine bright enough for me to see.

Sarah January 13, 2008 • 08:55 PM

Love the new CD. It's amazing and inspirational. Thank you for sharing your heart and not holding back!

Lorraine Bakke January 13, 2008 • 03:45 PM

My daughter gave me your album

Kristen January 12, 2008 • 06:09 PM

Your music has changed my life.

Aminta Braun January 11, 2008 • 11:00 PM

Thank you for continually turning our eyes back to Christ, to the One whose hope will not disappoint. What a blessing it is to have your voice in my home as I work through the every day challenges of being wife, mother, friend, neighbor and child of God.

Jerry January 11, 2008 • 10:45 PM

Your music changes lives.

Karen January 11, 2008 • 09:05 PM

I wanted to let you know that my husband and I watched the movie Ultimate Gift tonight. I immediately got on itunes, looked up the music and purchased the song that you sang (

Joshua Brainard January 10, 2008 • 09:37 PM

While I've been a Christian for 12 years, I hadn't listened to much Christian contemporary music because it is frowned upon in the churches I used to worship with. I'm so glad my friends played me some of your music. It has not just changed my mind about the value of Christian contemporary music, but it has changed my life. I find your music so encouraging. So many songs are exponentially more valuable than a sermon. Your songs make me excited about the love of Jesus and to draw closer in my relationship with my God. I'm so grateful for the blessings God is working through you. He truly is the sun, and you are the moon. Thank you.

Michelle Rahal January 10, 2008 • 09:21 PM

Sara, you are my FAVORITE contemporary Christian artist. Are your songbooks available anywhere? In particular, I would love to get my hands on a copy of

D. Molnar January 10, 2008 • 09:01 PM

Sara...You must know by now that you are huge influence in many people's lives and just want to say mine included.

Caleb Seeger January 10, 2008 • 04:34 PM

Awesome music! Rock on!

M. Shayne Bell January 10, 2008 • 06:07 AM

Dear Sara Groves, I am writing you this night to thank you for what you have given me: such beautiful music filled with hope when I've had so little, and your sweet, faithful voice encouraging me to believe, to continue to be my brother and sisters' keeper, to forgive. Thank you. When the saints go marching in--I am certain that you, Sara, will be one of them. M. Shayne Bell Author (science fiction and fantasy) Sat Lake City

Greg Johnson January 10, 2008 • 01:13 AM

You are a blessing. Keep on doing what you do.

Tina Robinson January 09, 2008 • 03:20 PM

Sara, I have been playing your song 'I saw what I saw' over and over this afternoon. It is so, so beautiful!!! I recently traveled to Rwanda and so it brought back some special memories I had of the land and the people. Rwanda also touched my heart in a very special way and now I am determined to do as much as I can to help the people there, especially the children. I would love to know more about your experience there. Blessings and love

Daniel Marsh January 08, 2008 • 01:32 PM

Dear Sara, I would love to try your music. In the past CCM got me recover from NAM and clean up at Jonestown. At this time I am recovering from surgery for a torn rotator cuff, torn cartilage and bone spurs in my shoulder. During the last few years I have been unemployed due to care giving responsibilities and due to health problems -- Cancer, degenerative bone disease. My Grand Mother recently moved to heaven. I have been the care giver for my Grand Mother, Mother and Uncle. I am hoping you would send me a bunch of your music on CDs free of charge to cheer me up. Thank You Daniel Marsh 6539 Linville Drive Brighton, MI 48116 9531 USA

Nina January 08, 2008 • 11:04 AM

I just heard about this singer...like literally about 4 minutes ago. I am watching JCTV and they are playing music videos. I saw her video for 'I Saw What I Saw' and I love the lyrics. That's how I came around to this website. I got on the Internet immediately following the music video and searched her name...I came for a copy of the lyrics of that song. When I was watching the video and listening to the lyrics...they reminded me how much I truly would like to make a difference in the lives of others. Thank you for writing that song Sara. *Nina*

N.M. January 08, 2008 • 11:00 AM

Nice site!

N.M. January 08, 2008 • 11:00 AM

Nice site!

T. Northcutt January 07, 2008 • 10:06 PM

Sara, The first song from I ever heard from you is

Michael January 07, 2008 • 12:23 PM

Dear Sara, Thank you for sharing your God given gift. You light up so many hearts including mine with your beautiful voice and inspirational lyrics. I keep looking for you in California. God bless you. Michael

Brett Elizabeth Spore January 05, 2008 • 11:33 PM

I praise God for your recent visit to our church in Bothell. This Christmas season, my heart was in a place to really connect with the message. I bought three of your CDs and seem to listen to them constantly. Again, I welc0me you to the heart of Africa, and I pray that God will continue to use you, your music, and your video to touch lives and get others involved. I Saw What I Saw truly grasps the heart of Africa. For those who may read this and have never been to Africa, I hope this video reaches into the deep places of your heart as it did for those of us who have spent some time there. One last thing in this incredibly long message... Thank you for being real.

Janna Barber January 05, 2008 • 10:53 AM

My Mom and I saw you at the X-mas concert in Nashville, it was great! Your work is inspiring. Thanks for the encouragement!

john philips January 04, 2008 • 09:54 PM

i saw you at my brother jeff's church here in orlando years ago - i just watched your video from africa & i had to hold back the tears; keep up the good work, peace & blessings, john :)

Aaron M January 04, 2008 • 08:47 PM

Sara, by the grace of God, I ran across you through Relevant Magazine's website and Itunes. Your voice is truly an instrument of God's grace speaking into the lives of your listeners. My wife and I were having some difficult obstacles as of late and

Chris R. January 04, 2008 • 04:00 AM

Just purchased your album

Brook Hall January 03, 2008 • 09:27 PM

Sara, I have been wanting to write you for years now, but never knew how or what exactly I would say. When I bought your latest album, Tell Me What you Know, the first song once again touched me like so many others. I came strait home, sat down and am writing finally. You have made a huge impact on my family. I can't even count how many times my husband and I would be going through something very difficult and we would turn you on in the car and a song that we had heard many times would suddenly speak to our situation and encourage us. I am not kidding when I say more times than I can count. Songs like, Painting Pictures of Egypt, Loving a Person, The Boxer helped my husband and I connect when we didn't have much. Also, songs like Tent in the Center of Town, your church was in a big blue and white circus tent for about a year while we were building and God did some amazing things with us there. Also, Esther, my aunt's name is Esther and she has been to Africa twice and will be going back for a full year starting in March. She loves the song and wants to name her foundation, Esther for Africa. It is just so fitting. And then this newest album, the Song for My Sons, I have a 6 month old son, and I just cried at the words and all that they mean. I love the messages God gives you and that you are not afraid to sing them out. Thank you so much. God Bless all your hard work and your family while they stand by you. So if Sara's Dad is reading this please let her know how much she has blessed my life. Thanks. Brook from Bend, OR

Ian S. January 03, 2008 • 12:20 PM

Mrs. Groves, I know I just signed here a little while ago (when I asked what I could pray about for you and your family) but I hope you don't mind if I write again to tell you about a late Christmas gift that just arrived, in the form of your songbook. Thanks so much for puuting 40 of your best songs on it! I play the piano and my sister sings, so we have made full use of this. I was very glad to see favorites such as 'Going Home', 'Add to the Beauty', 'Generations', and, especially, 'Remember, Surrender'. This, along with the new (and autographed!) album really made this Christmas especially special for our family (gift-wise, I mean. Christmas is always meaningful) and have really sparked a new interest in your music in the house. A Sara Groves song is playing in at least one part of the house (or three, or four...) at a time from 8 am to 8 pm, no joke. Thanks again! Sorry if my rather frequent and lengthy notes annoy you. I will try to keep it down to once a month maximum in the future :-) Keep singing and writing. We'll be listening!

dwight w. groves, jr. January 03, 2008 • 05:01 AM

hmm

Lindsey January 02, 2008 • 11:07 PM

Sarah, I became a fan at the begining of this past year (2007) when I discovered that I was pregnant and was going to be walking the path to motherhood alone. It was your CD of songs for parents that got me through. It brought to my heart a sneak-peak of the intense love a mother has for her son. I am now a mother of a beautiful 3 month old son, who is beautiful and healthy, and I couldnt be happier. I pray the prayers from your cd over my baby boy all the time. Thank you for being my friend via CD through the long 9 months I spent in waiting. I have since been able to see you in concert (in Jacksonville, FL) on the Andrew Peterson tour and have grown to love you even more. May God bless you and your family.

Jim January 02, 2008 • 09:43 PM

What's the story behind the song

*keitha January 01, 2008 • 11:29 PM

Hey Sara- It feels like I've known you forever. Just wanted to stop by and say Happy New Year to you and your family and a very special Thank You. I emailed you during Hurricane Katrina and asked could you support those in need you did and you also responded to me through email. Just wanted you to know that I am grateful for your heart that is

Sue R January 01, 2008 • 07:30 PM

Hi Sara, I first learned about you when I was in a small group for Christian Women who were abused during their childhood. Before each session the therapist would play one of your songs, which touched each of us in our own way. You have a way of singing the very things that I feel but have a hard time putting into the correct words. I have three of your cd's and look forward to more. May God continue to do his work through this special gift you have Sara. Thank you Sue R

William Pate January 01, 2008 • 06:12 PM

Sarah, you music encourages me to continue finding ways to serve the Lord in college. Its so simple, Jesus, all for Jesus, all that I am and hope to be... Robin Mark. Thank you.

Jo Anna S. Price December 30, 2007 • 10:47 PM

Sara, I listened to Conversations and it changed my life. My husband died October 1. My friend introduced me to your work. I have carried this CD in my car and have played it over and over. I then ordered several others and am not waiting for your newest CD. I love your style and how you speak the words that are inside me but you verbalize them. Especially the song about loving someone just the way they are. You are helping me look forward to a new life and putting the past in memory. Keep writing those thoughtful, honest lyrics. I love your work. Jo Anna S. Price

Kelly McEntee December 30, 2007 • 07:06 PM

I would really like to be able to attend the special event right here in my town, Gettysburg, at which Sara Groves will perform on February 23, 2008. I can not afford that retreat and it is not through my own church. I am a new convert to Catholicism and have found my own spiritual home there. Is it at all possible to attend and bring my singer songwriter friend who introduced me to Sara Groves music? I thought I would at least ask. God bless you, your family, and your work, musical and non musical.

Kelly McEntee December 30, 2007 • 07:06 PM

I have five siblings, each have three children. I often send them lyrics from songs to get them through a difficult time. Two years ago, one of my nephews was born deaf and some of your songs gave us peace during that difficult time. Through electrodes in his brain and ears, he now hears and is already showing signs of appreciating music! Miracles do happen! He started out dancing to a musical toy one year ago and now hums bits of music! Doctors before the surgery were not sure he would be able to appreciate music. He will be two years old in just a week now.

Kelly McEntee December 30, 2007 • 07:00 PM

A singer songwriter friend introduced me to Sara Groves music years ago. We've been sharing music that way for years. I liked it immediately and enjoy the depth of the messages in the writing. I am most often listening to Christian music in my car rather than other music because these are the messages I want through my day to day life.

Jeff December 29, 2007 • 08:49 PM

Ken December 29, 2007 • 03:00 PM

Hi Sara and family, I just had to thank you for pouring your heart and soul out into your music. That is one of the things that makes your songs so moving. Looking through the guestbook, I see that many have said that they feel like you sing what they feel in their heart, and I have to agree. You are so honest and open, and put into words the feelings of our hearts, and this distinguishes you from many other singers. Keep singing and sharing. We're listening, loving, agreeing, and growing.

Anonymous December 29, 2007 • 02:49 PM

Sara, I received your songbook today as a late Christmas gift, and I have to thank you for making 40 of your songs, and most of my favorites, available for your devoted fans to play and sing them themselves! Thanks so much. God bless you and your family.

Kelly December 29, 2007 • 10:11 AM

Hi Sara, I'm living and serving in China with 15 other teammates. Collectively, I think we have all of your albums, including the newest that was mailed to us in December. It's so great to be encouraged by your music in a place where there are fewer spiritual resources. Thank you for your inviting us to hear your journey- it is a sweet picture of fellowship and a reflection of the Father. My students here love to listen the songs as well. Blessings!

Anne-Laure December 28, 2007 • 08:32 PM

Hello Sara! I am from France. I really enjoy your music. It really inspires me. I just wanted to know if you were planning to make a tour in Europe. God bless you.

Theresa Gaffney December 27, 2007 • 06:51 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to tell you how your music has touched our lives. My husband, Tim, and I were married on October 27, 2007, and in preparation I was looking for a song to sing to him. I found

James A. ByBee December 26, 2007 • 10:28 PM

Sara, thank you for the beauty and grace you put in your music. I look forward to hearing you perform live in 2008! Sincerely, James :)

E. December 26, 2007 • 04:34 AM

I heard God in your songs. I heard hope, too. You don't know me, so you'll never the impact your music has had on me. But it has. You have my humble gratitude. Sing on.

Richard December 26, 2007 • 12:57 AM

Thanks for the message of hope. Surely God meant for me to hear it. It's helped soften my heart and given me the strength to go on living a life God would want me to. That really means a lot to me. Sincerely, Richard

Richard M December 26, 2007 • 12:53 AM

Sara, Thank you so much for singing your album,

Rebecca R. December 26, 2007 • 12:16 AM

Sometimes I think you have taken the words of my heart and put them to the music. Thank you...Your songs have been a major encouragement to me that I am not alone in this race. You have definitely added to the beauty of life.

Ian Smith December 25, 2007 • 12:49 PM

Hello again - so sorry my message broke off. Please read the message below first or this will not make as much sense :-) Anyway, I feel like I should give something back to you in return for what you give me whenever I want it, so here is my thanks, my encouragement, and hopefully my blessing. There is just one more thing (whenever I say that I think of your song). One of the ways I attempt to be a small blessing to you and your family throughout the week is by keeping you in my prayers. The only problem is that I really have no idea what sorts of things I can be praying about, besides your general sanity with your schedule :-). How can we, who are continually blessed by you, most effectively pray for and with you and your family? What sorts of things should we ask the Lord for in your life? Being able to pray for you would be my year-long Christmas gift to you, but even more yours to me. Still looking forward to seeing you at Moody Church! Let everything that has breath praise the Lord! Psalm 150:6

Ian Smith December 25, 2007 • 12:31 PM

Hello Mrs. Groves! This is the second time I have signed in (the first being on December 1st) but I had to thank you for one of the most wonderful gifts I could have received this Christmas - Tell Me What You Know. I knew that my mom was getting it for my brother and sister, but she surprised us all (very pleasantly so!) and had it autographed for us. You wrote Nathan, Ian, Noel, Hannah, Noah - Merry Christmas. You have no idea how much more merry you just made it! The autograph was wonderful, but the album was better. I have had it for less than two hours and have Song for My Sons, This Might Be Hope, and I Saw What I Saw (which all the kids besides Noel are currently listening to) entirely memorized. This is probably your most powerful album, and that says a lot! You have been such an amazing blessing to me and my family for years. God has used you to influence me and grow me spiritually and help me walk closer with Him day by day. I feel like I should give something back to you in return for what you give

Kelli Barkema December 24, 2007 • 08:44 PM

My 8 month old daughter was just diagnosed (11/30) with Retinoblastoma cancer of the eye. She is now taking chemotherapy in hopes that it will shrink and kill this dangerous cancer growing within her beautiful blue eyes. I am a devoted Sara Groves fan with a deeply spiritual connection to all of your music. But in every album there are one or two 'gems' that really get to me. On your newest album it is the 'I saw what I saw' song. I have recently posted a journal entry on my daughters cancer blog including the lyrics to this song along with what they mean to me. I'd love it if you could read it when you get a chance. Caringbrigde.org with the name Lolabug in the lower left box. Your music (and friendship through this) is really important to me as well as a huge blessing. I love how it affects my walk with the LORD. Thank you sooo much for your obedience in following God in your music. We love you!

McKenna December 24, 2007 • 01:22 PM

Hey Sara... It's your pen pal McKenna! I don't know if you'll get this message though. Did you get my letter that I sent to you? I sent it to your home address... the same one you gave me... a couple months ago but you haven't written back. If you get this message can you email me back at pinkbabygirl3@msn.com... thanks! ~Love, McKenna

Roger December 23, 2007 • 11:10 PM

I met an angel thirty years ago and we married. Recently I heard an angel sing and it was you. God bless you and your family.

John December 23, 2007 • 06:24 PM

Hi Sara, I recently got your Tell Me What You Know CD and it has impacted me powerfully, as your previous releases have done. I have a suggestion, for what it's worth... I know that the design of the CD cover and booklet are a creative work, as is the music. But since the lyrics are so important, do you think you could print them in a way that is easier to read? You have older listeners that don't see so well, and for some of them it might be impossible to read the lyrics on Tell Me What You Know. Just a thought. And thank you for letting God use you to bless us!

John December 23, 2007 • 06:22 PM

Hi Sara, I recently got your

Hannah December 23, 2007 • 11:05 AM

Sara, your song in the girl there's a room is amazing! my sister and I are making up a dance to it. I love your music! Hannah p.s.you are very talented

Noelle December 22, 2007 • 04:55 PM

I love Sara Groves' music! She has an amazing voice, and an amazing talent!

Damon Etter December 21, 2007 • 02:16 AM

I really want to attend one of your concerts, when are you going to be in the San Francisco or Reno area?

Mandie Smith December 20, 2007 • 09:21 AM

Sara and band, Keep up the good work! Your music is a daily inspiration to me. It helps me in my work as a mother and a wife. It also has helped me to have a closer relationship with God. Thankyou. My sister, Marria Hamlin is turning 35 in Febuary of 2008, a big group of her friends/family will be attending your Feb. 8th concert in celebration of her birthday. We are looking forward to the night! Thank you so much for your music and lyrics, Mandie Smith

Daniel Cutler December 19, 2007 • 05:31 PM

Sara, I had the pleasure of going to the Lamb of God concert in new milford CT. I even got my picture taken with you. I was quite nervous and wasent going to even ask. But I thank my friend peter for making that happen. It was a joy to see you in concert again. God bless you, and your family. God does give gifts, and He has used yours to help me. Thanks Dan

Jessica December 19, 2007 • 10:02 AM

Hey Sara! I saw you in Augusta and everyone was great! I was the one who asked for a picture and said I saw you at MOPS. After seeing you at MOPS, you have opened me up to only listening to christian music and it's changin my life. Thank you for your songs and for being real in your music and on stage!

Leah Mae Hicks December 19, 2007 • 01:35 AM

My favorite is

ANONYMOUS December 17, 2007 • 09:59 PM

Hi! Will it be possible for anyone to get back to me soon? I'm so sorry to have to ask again, but I have to figure out what's happening for Christmas. I just need to know if the songbook will be arriving anytime soon, and approx. when we can expect the CD to arrive. It will be nicer for my kids if I can give them an expected date of arrival. Thanks so much!

Allison December 16, 2007 • 10:12 PM

I enjoyed your concert at Bellevue Baptist in Memphis,Tn. You were wonderful. Every singer on stage did a tremendous job. It was a beautiful Christmas concert.

Burt Wizeman December 16, 2007 • 08:07 PM

PS, just downloaded the live EP from Memphis College! Excellent. Hope to see a full live album someday!!

anonymous December 16, 2007 • 07:12 PM

Hi! I don't know how else to contact the

Burt Wizeman December 16, 2007 • 07:07 PM

Hey Sara, Thanks for being a part of the Tampa show! I was the hyper gray hair guy that spoke to you after the show. Thanks for the pic! I have waited 4 years to see you perform and got a great taste for what a full concert will be like. I went to see you but ended up a fan of Andrew G and Andrew P as a bonus. Just a great show. So now we need to get you back to Florida. I will be contacting you guys to see what the specifics are. I shot a bunch of pictures and will be forwarding them to Andrew Petersons manager as Jill said that is the one contact with everyones email. Thanks for blessing us all with the music and Merry Christmas to you, Troy and the fam. Agape Grande'! Burt Wizeman Ellenton, Florida

virginia tilleros December 16, 2007 • 06:17 PM

Hello! I am trying to find the song that sara sang last christmas at the ryman christmas show. I loved it and wondered if it is available on itunes. it was something about

Troy Harmon December 16, 2007 • 02:15 PM

I just downloaded the new album from itunes. Needless to say I am quite impressed, and thought I'd stop by and check the concert schedule. Kinda bummed to not see any Pacific Northwest dates, but who can blame you it's winter. I'll keep checking back.

Anna December 13, 2007 • 10:38 AM

Sara, I was so blessed by the Lamb of God concert in Charlotte last night. I try and see you every time you're in NC because you're my favorite! I hear such truth and depth in your music, and I am thankful for you and your family! I, too, struggle with what to do in a world with so much pain, but your music gives me encouragement and hope :) I wish you all the very best!

amy snider December 13, 2007 • 09:33 AM

good morning sara! my husband gave me tickets to the show last night in charlotte for my birthday. he knows that you are my absolute favorite! it was wonderful, such a visit us in NC soon!

Amy Wilkinson December 13, 2007 • 01:53 AM

I missed your Lenexa, Kansas concert in November! I am so bummed! I don't think I am getting your all's e-mails. I will sign up again. Come back to KC asap!!!! We hadn't missed a concert in 3, maybe 4? years straight! :)

Renie December 12, 2007 • 10:44 PM

Hi Sarah, So enjoyed your concert last night here in Birmingham, AL. I am a judicial officer at a local college and had just had a horrific day dealing with discipline and students who had made short term terrible decisions with long term consequences. One student in particular was stuck on my heart that evening, and your song helped me discern how to best pray for him and provide him with encouragement, despite the consequences he is facing. Thank you for lifting my spirits and helping me lift the spirit of others.

Mike Dunn December 12, 2007 • 10:20 PM

Hi Sara, Just wanted to say how much I could identify with the message of the song Painting Pictures of Egypt. It's very much like the place I'm at in my own life and I found the words to be an encouragement to press on and trust. The time in sand is profitable as it prepares us for the future unfolding of God's plan. Thanks for submitting your gift to God's use, Sara. There's a depth to your music that I appreciate, as I know many others do. I suspect you are a greater blessing to people than you realize. May the Lord continue to bless the fruit of your labors and use the message to impact the lives of believers and convict the hearts of unbelievers. May He keep His hand of peace and protection upon your family. Sincerely, Mike Dunn

Jennifer December 12, 2007 • 12:25 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to tell you how wonderful you were last night at the

Adam Braund December 11, 2007 • 04:47 PM

Thanks for your music, God has used you to speak his grace and love into my life. You are definitely one of my most listened to musicians

Daniel Marsh December 11, 2007 • 04:37 PM

Daniel Marsh 6539 Linville Drive Brighton, MI 48116-9531 USA Dear Sara, I have been unemployed due to cancer and surgeries related to a bone disease. May I have some of your cds free of charge to cheer me up? Thanks Daniel

Amy December 11, 2007 • 12:43 PM

Hi Sara, It's Amy of the

Silvo December 11, 2007 • 12:14 PM

Hello Sara Can please to send me an autograph picture and poster?.Don't need to be big.My address is Silvo Macek,Matije Gupca 67 Strahoninec,40000 Cakovec- Croatia.

Kristi Griem December 11, 2007 • 10:08 AM

Sara, thank you for all you sacrifice to do what you do. The Spirit moves through each song in new ways and I hear the Word through new ears because of your music. I work for a ministry that helps free women from prostitution, trafficking, releasing families from poverty, etc. Your work with IJM makes you a real hero in my book! I am grateful for this Kingdom work that allows us to add beauty to others lives that might not otherwise have a chance to see it.

Jeff Lahl December 11, 2007 • 01:18 AM

Dear Sara, I've never bought Contemporary Christian before and never thought I would. While channel surfing on TV I saw you perform and stopped to listen - twice. I liked your voice and your music but felt I would never be able to relate to your message. Then on a recent trip to Borders I decided on a whim to see if they had any of your music. They had 1 CD: Tell Me What You Know and I bought it - all the while wondering why I was doing so. When I got home, listened and read your lyrics, I realized that it was no accident that I found you and your music. When I read your references to Rwanda and Paul Farmer, the mystery lifted. I have been working in Rwanda for a non-profit leading the solar-electrification of rural health centers including 5 for Paul Farmer and Partners in Health. (we are doing others for him in two additional countries). For me, Rwanda is where I go to feel the deepest reaches of my heart. It has been a gift to get to know the people, their history and the remarkable grace on display as they work to rise above it all. It is an astounding place of hope against all odds and I feel both humbled and honored to be working there. Of all the partners we work with globally, Paul Farmer and PIH remain the most powerful inspiration to us. For you to be singing beautifully about both Rwanda and Paul Farmers words floored me. Mysterious ways indeed- that I was attracted to your music for reasons then unkown- only to find that your music would speak to me on the deepest personal level. Thank you.

Jeff Lahl December 11, 2007 • 01:16 AM

Dear Sara, I've never bought Contemporary Christian before and never thought I would. While

Jeff Lahl December 11, 2007 • 01:09 AM

Dear Sara, I've never bought

hans December 10, 2007 • 10:51 AM

Does anyone else think the lead actress in the show

hans December 10, 2007 • 10:50 AM

Does anyone else think the lead actress in the show

sue nelson December 09, 2007 • 05:59 PM

your video of going abroad made me realize how limited my view of life is. I wanted to reach out and hug the the children, knowing much that I take for granted and that's extra in our home could be used by others. thank you for giving,sara...thank you for your words. God has already used them greatly. blessings to you, s.nelson

georgeanne December 09, 2007 • 05:13 PM

sara, i am so excited that you are going to be speaking and singing at the grace women's getaway in gettysburg. i was introduced to your music at that retreat last year when they showed Nomad and you called in to speak with us live. then i and the 2 friends that i went to the retreat with were able to see you at the family worship center in lansdale. add to the beauty has not stopped playing in my car since last february. it took me through some difficult times this year and i found it to be more meaningful during those times than it was in february when i first heard it. i've referred this album to several hurting friends this year as well. you also encouraged and inspired my desire to serve the impoverished and discouraged and to pay attention more deliberately to my blessings so that i can share it with others. thank you for serving our lord and for being who god created you to be. i am so excited to hear your message in february and i know god is planning something special in my life during that retreat. don't forget to stop by the Sanctuary while you are there. it is a refuge and place of solace that i look forward to every year. i know you will be blessed and nurtured by it too. blessings & peace!

Michele Hescott December 08, 2007 • 11:49 AM

Went to the Christmas concert last night. Loved it! You were so precious and transparent. I am sure that everyone felt your heart. Thank you for your songs. Thank you for seeking to be so obedient to the Lord. Thank you for sharing it all with us and encouraging us with what God has taught you. As iron sharpens iron...girl. I love it! God bless you and your family as you travel. I will pray for all of you now and your safety as you go. (and that the bill to fix the transmission wasnt too steep)! Love, Michele

Barb December 08, 2007 • 12:44 AM

Sara - I have just recently been introduced to your wonderful messages through your songs. God has blessed you with a beautiful voice and it is so wonderful to know you are using your talent to spread God's word. I attended your concert tonight at Bethel and was very moved by your songs and your stories. Thank you for sharing your life and amazing voice with us. Wishing you and your beautiful family a joyous and blessed Christmas. P.S. - You looked great - hope your bus will be repaired soon!

Shelley Ealy December 07, 2007 • 06:58 PM

I pre-ordered the new CD and have been billed but have not received the CD yet. Have the pre-orders been sent?

Lucy December 04, 2007 • 09:45 PM

Your lyrics have gotten me through a lot of rough nights- I've been listening to your music since I became a christian four years ago, and it just keeps getting better and better. I love your voice, and your lyrics express so much of what I think and feel. May God Bless you and your ministry.

roz December 04, 2007 • 08:51 PM

is there any way i can get the chords for going home. i would like to play it at my grandpas funeral. my family is full of unbelievers and i think it could be a great ministry.

Dina December 04, 2007 • 08:42 AM

I'm discovering your music and realizing that just when I need a voice and an expression of my heart- here they are in your honest lyrics and beautiful melodies.

Troy Fields December 03, 2007 • 09:37 AM

Sara, Thank you for your music. You seem to capture the cry of my heart. Songs like The Word and When the Saints are great. I am a part of Summit Church in St. Paul. I would love to talk to you about possibly doing a small...very small concert on New Years eve, for our youth group. We have been going through a hard time lately and having you there for even a few songs would be HUGE for the kids. I know you are very busy and that this would be a during a break from your touring...I understand if you cannot...but if you can...please contact me at teh email given.

David December 02, 2007 • 11:32 PM

I believe - I Saw What I Saw - is the most beautiful song I have ever heard. God bless you and your ministry!

Brenda December 02, 2007 • 10:58 PM

And like the girl a couple of entries back, I was cut off also... What I wanted to say is that you and the others on the

Brenda December 02, 2007 • 10:57 PM

Sara.. I just saw you tonight at my church Bellevue Baptist in Memphis, TN) and your voice stood out from the crowd that you were on stage with. You all did such a beautiful job with the

Danielle McTarnahan December 02, 2007 • 12:23 AM

Sara, Thank you for not keeping your light hidden. I love the new album. I play your albums at work, and I notice that unbelievers around me quiet down and listen. For You... Psalm 40: 3-9. I keep you and your family in my prayers, as I know that you are making a difference for the kingdom of our Lord. Your Sister in Christ, Danielle

Katie December 01, 2007 • 04:26 PM

Dear Sara Groves, Thank you. You put into words what my heart feels... thank you. -katie

Ian Smith December 01, 2007 • 04:13 PM

Hi! For everyone whose messages cut off, and to prevent this from happening in the future, looked at mine and the other cut messages and am fairly sure that adding quotation marks makes messages end right there. No finished messages contain quotation marks, and all those that cut off look like they were about to use them. I hope I am right! Anyway, I like Compelled because it tells of the great hope that is within each Christian. Personally, I find that I love the promise of salvation and heaven and eternity with my savior the very greatest joy in my life. Following the same trend, I also love Going Home. I like Add to the Beauty because it speaks of God's redeeming grace. The first time I heard this song the idea of (I almost just added quotation marks) adding to the beauty, of shining with the light that's burning up inside very moving.I love Remember, Surrender because it reminds me of how I felt after my recent conversion. This is also true for the song Something Changed, which I heard and saw the music video for in The Ultimate Gift. I like The Word, especially the funny (but very true) line - While I attempt to help myself/My Bible sits upon the shelf/With every promise I could ever need. These are my favorites, but I love all and know each by heart. Thank you for your encouraging, thought-provoking songs. I will be watching for future albums! I will probably be seeing you, as Noelle said yesterday, at Moody Church. My whole (large) family says hi to yours, especially to little Ruby, (who shares a birthday with my dad) and even the Colbaughs. I will be praying for you and praising God for you. Meet you at the table!

Ian December 01, 2007 • 03:39 PM

Hi, it's me again. I am determined to finish this message! I like

Ian December 01, 2007 • 02:59 PM

Sorry, for some reason my last message cut off. My favorite songs are

Ian December 01, 2007 • 02:42 PM

Hello Mrs. Groves! I am the 14-year-old brother of Noelle, who recently signed here. I just had to say thank you for the blessing you and your music have been to me and my family. You beautifully express the wonderful joy and hope of the Christian honestly and accurately. Your songs have been a big influence in my life, telling me again what it means to follow Christ and encouraging me in my walk with the Lord more than those of any other singer. God has used you as a tool in my life and in the lives of many others. I praise Him for your music. My favorite songs are

sUSAn December 01, 2007 • 08:42 AM

In 2008, please consider a release of a total

Jeremy C December 01, 2007 • 12:47 AM

Hello - Your music is just wonderful, and the new album is amazing. I especially appriciate,

Noёlle November 30, 2007 • 07:05 PM

I love your music and am inspired by it! I am 13 and have loved your music since I was 11, when I first heard it. I am looking forward to seeing you at Founder's Week!

Jennifer Kinne November 30, 2007 • 11:02 AM

I really love Sara Groves' music. I'd love to be able to sing more of her songs in church, but can't find much available. Is there somewhere better that I could be looking? I'm specifically looking for

Veronica Rudolph November 30, 2007 • 02:04 AM

Your beautiful voice and ability to unravel the heart through eloquent lyrics and creative melody is fitly spoken through your refreshing transparency. Great job in Wausau. Veronica

David November 29, 2007 • 09:46 PM

Sir, I know you look over all of the e-mail that are sent to Sara. I am trying to send Sara an e-mail and it is rejected for

Lane Mathson November 29, 2007 • 07:02 PM

You did a great job in Wausau Wisconsin!! I loved yours songs and hanging out with you after the concert!! You music is so wonderful!! I love it so much...I can relate to all the songs. Thank You so much and safe travels the rest of the tour!!

Lane Mathson November 29, 2007 • 07:00 PM

Sara!! You did a AWESOME job @ the

cj November 27, 2007 • 10:20 PM

i really love what your doing and i am inspired! in fact i am doing many things to help people! and im in middle school! hope your happy ! keep on fafilling

Carolyn November 27, 2007 • 10:07 AM

I'd love to shake hands with you before we leave this earth. Your music has made me fall in love with Christ over and over again. I hope you feel that all your work has been worth every drop of sweat and tears. Keep wrestling with your humanity, and your fans' little corners of Suburbia, USA will glow brighter with every note. Much love from your sister in Christ, Carolyn Thornburg

Anita November 26, 2007 • 10:29 PM

Thank you, Sara, for your moving music and lyrics. My oldest son will graduate next month from college in MO, and attended your alma mater for 3 wonderful years, where I was blessed to hear you in concert once. Wish I could do it again in Elkhorn,NE tomorrow. One song in particular has been very meaningful to me-

Laura Petty November 26, 2007 • 09:49 PM

Hello Sara. All of your albums have spoken to me. God has used you as such an instrument in my life! A friend introduced me to your music in college. Sara, I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your honesty, your courage in speaking honestly, and your willingness to never give up on seeking the truth. You are such a blessing. The friend that introduced me to you, her and I are like kindred spirits and we think of you as a kindred spirit as well! Thank you so much for bearing your soul...and thereby encouraging the rest of us. May God bless you and your family.

Meri Parent November 26, 2007 • 04:23 PM

The annointed lyrics of the Bible sung through you have lifted me, convicted me and fulfilled me these last few years. I can actually sing and play much of your music (piano) and though you will be near me at Elkhorn, Ne tomorrow you're sold out. I will keep looking to visit you in person in the near future. Our new church is slowly in the, now, ground-breaking plans of building here in Carroll, IA. We could use a visit for free will offering from you as we try to stay clear of fundraising projects...however, I'll keep praying with you through your songs. God Bless, Meri

Chris November 26, 2007 • 01:13 AM

Hi Sara! I had the tremendous blessing of photographing your CD release concert event for KTIS at Maranatha on the NWC campus on Nov 17. I was already feeling very blessed to be a part of the event, but your stories of being the hands and feet of Christ in the world really touched me. When you have a moment (I know... that almost sounds absurd), I would love to chat more about your heart for missions. Please drop me an email when you can. In Christ Alone, Chris <><

Michelle November 25, 2007 • 06:22 PM

Sara, I managed to stumble across your music a month or two ago, and ever since then I have been blessed. I love your music. It is so meaningful to me. Especially your song, Maybe There's a Loving God!...It speaks to my heart! Thank You, Michelle

Lisa November 25, 2007 • 08:40 AM

Hi Sara, I from Malaysia. By the grace of God I picked up your album - Conversations (somehow the album just stood out) in a trip to a Christina bookstore when I first moved out of home and relocated to another state within Malaysia for a new job posting. Being in my thirties, single (unattached), a new Christian, in a new place and living on my own; I sometimes feel lost and empty. When I first played it, the songs were marvelous and so relevant at the time and up till today. The lyrics and your voice just

Kristine & Sarah Reynolds November 24, 2007 • 03:18 PM

Hello! I am trying to find an address to mail a card to Sara Groves. My daughter, Sarah, is 4 y/o. She drew a picture of herself and Sara together. I would like to mail it to her and express our appreciation for her music and faithfulness to the calling of God on her life. Thanks~Kristine

Cheylan November 24, 2007 • 01:04 PM

Hi, I am a BIG fan. You signed me and my sister's cd's at Eastside Foresquare Church. Ever since then I've been listening to your CD. I know all the words to the song Generations and we sang Going Home at my grandma's funeral because my whole family loved it.

David Ledbetter November 20, 2007 • 01:48 PM

I have been listening to Christian Rock/Folk music for about 6 years now. I was introduced to your music by iTunes when they gave away a free sample of

Amy November 20, 2007 • 01:04 PM

I just came across your song and video about your trip to Rwanda. It is incredibly moving. I'm going to Mexico to volunteer at an orphanage for a week in January, and I think your CD will be the perfect

Wendy WONG November 19, 2007 • 08:17 AM

Hey Sara Congratulations on the birth of your new album (and baby of course)!! Would you be planning a visit to Asia for a worship session or two soon please? I live in Singapore so it's much easier (and more affordable) to go to another point in Asia than USA. Keep well and keep praising :) Shalom

Jennifer November 18, 2007 • 10:55 PM

...thank you for

Jennifer November 18, 2007 • 10:53 PM

Sara, band, and family: Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the most amazing concert in St. Paul last night. My husband and I were in the third row and loved every second of the show. You are so blessed with God's gift of talent, and we love every one of your songs. Kirby and Toby were so sweet introducing you, and thank you for

Jade November 18, 2007 • 05:45 PM

I love your music!!!! You inspire me to sing, and to continue to move in the giftings God has given me. I love the stories you tell with your music, and I hope you never stop.

Robert Hill November 18, 2007 • 10:56 AM

You ae an inspiration tio many.n God blessm you and keep up the faith. Namaste

Ken Cameron November 18, 2007 • 05:23 AM

Great CD. I just listened and purchased on iTunes. I pray that God continues to use to and that your ministry continues to prosper. Hope you make it to KC sometime soon. God Bless, Ken

Justin November 18, 2007 • 12:20 AM

Sara and Troy--Praise God for all that He is doing through you and your family and the people around you! I have a trivial request: My wife and I were at the CD release concert in MN tonight--first date since our little girl was born 3 weeks ago. Unfortunately we had to leave a little early because, as you know, a nursing mother can only be away from her baby (or at least a pump) for so long before bad things happen. All that to say...I'm really curious what the last few songs were that you sang (i.e. the ones we missed). I think

Jenna November 17, 2007 • 04:03 PM

Sara, I saw you at my home church (River Valley) last Sunday and I need for you to know that you touched my heart dearly. Your story about Jonah and God's answer to your question opened my eyes. I felt like the blindfold had finally been removed and I truly experienced the Living God. Your words reminded me that the Bible isn't just a bunch of stories, it's a book full of real people being used by God in the greatest of ways. It's a book of answers to prayers I may never know about. That reminder was such an encouraging start to my week. The Lord is so good! One more thing... as I sit in my dorm room at Northwestern College and write this, you are rehearsing for tonight's concert. Just a few minutes ago I was at the library and decided to go check my mail. What a beautiful surprise it was to walk through Maranatha and hear your music as you rehearsed. The Lord called me to sit and rest for a few minutes and once again, he spoke to me through your music. Thank you for letting him use you in the lives of many. I praise Him for the gifts He has given you and the way He has opened my eyes through your words and music. You are indeed God's masterpiece! It shows in so many ways. Blessings, Jenna

Hannah November 15, 2007 • 01:58 PM

Sara, I heard you for the first time on the Relevent podcast ,and let me tell you it really blessed me!!!! I really love the song long defeat. It speaks about something that has been on my heart for a while. God never called us to win every battle or to save every person. He only calls us to give our all even if we lose, the importent thing is we followed him and with our week efforts he can do somthing truly great. It something most people in our culure don't get. Losing is okay! The importent thing is that we fought! Thank you for all you do! love your new fan Hannah age 12

Mary Jo West November 15, 2007 • 01:09 PM

Just caught by chance your incredible song and video filmed in Africa. I was so touched and had to write you. I had the privilege of meeting Mother Teresa in 1988 and from that experience came the opportunity to adopt a baby from her orphanage in Santa Rosa de Copan, Honduras. Molly is now 19 years old and I can't wait to tell her about you and your music. THANK YOU for sharing your talent and your faith with the world.

Mary Jo West November 15, 2007 • 01:08 PM

Just caught by chance your incredible song and video filmed in Africa. I was so touched and had to write you. I had the privelege of meeting Mother Teresa in 1988 and from that experience came the opportunity to adopt a baby from her orphanage in Santa Rosa de Copan, Honduras. Molly is no 19 years old and I can't wait to tell her about you and your music. THANK YOU for sharing your talent and your faith with the world.

David J. Summers November 14, 2007 • 05:21 AM

Sara...I am an aspiring Christian Contemporary singer going to school in Iowa and searching everyday for a deeper understanding of how Christ fills my life. I just finished directing a retreat at my college for 50 people, and my last talk centered around the theme

lisette November 14, 2007 • 02:28 AM

my kids and i love cut #9 off your new cd... i cry, listen... then crave it again! my daughter is singing it, and my 7 year old son, too.. amazing~ great production~ thank you... love, lisette

Craig November 13, 2007 • 10:34 PM

Sara, Just wanted to let you know that God continues to use your music to lead me onward.

Joe November 13, 2007 • 08:42 PM

Wonderful Lyrics, incredible vocals, technically great job! This new CD is heart felt, and deeply moving with the heart of our Lords love. My prayers are with you and your family during this time of ministry. May He bless you and your family!

Rebeca November 13, 2007 • 04:26 PM

Amazing new CD! The dedication brought tears to my eyes. Thanks for yet another touching and anointed album.

Jenna November 13, 2007 • 01:00 PM

Sara ~ I was on the web looking for some info. and somehow ended up at your website! Wow it has been awhile. I think we keep landing in Mo. at different times. Still a huge fan of your music. In fact still have a tape you sent me one summer during the college years (you would get a good laugh at the title). I loved your writing then and I am so impressed at the growth in your ministry. Really enjoyed reading your background on Add to the Beauty. What a privilege to serve. Life has taken us on a journey for sure but always the beauty of Christ shines through. I could go on but this is a stolen moment as I have three little ones running around. God bless, Listening in North Pole

tanya November 13, 2007 • 02:19 AM

your music ministers to my heart. Thanks for your heart, thanks for your transparency. Its funny how I can hear a song over and over, put the CD away and a two years later can pull it out and its just what I needed to hear. God is so good!!! I am thankful for you. Praise God!!

Will November 12, 2007 • 11:35 PM

you make grace sound so gracious and the good news sound very very good. i generally cannot stand listening to chrisitian music; none of it seems very christian to me. but yours is full of sadness and beauty and grace. i remember how much i'm Loved when I listen. how do you do that? god is remarkable. love wash over a multitude of things. grace. keep it up.

Zanele November 12, 2007 • 07:20 PM

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zanele November 12, 2007 • 07:19 PM

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zanele November 12, 2007 • 07:18 PM

Add to the Beauty fell on my lap months prior to when I left for southern Africa. I spent those months being wooed and discipled by God, with Him using your songs as constant encouragement. Because of numerous difficulties, I often doubted that I wouldn't really end up in Africa-- here I had left school, family, job, everything to go work with those children. Yet,

Andrea November 12, 2007 • 12:30 PM

Sara, a friend exposed me to your music a few years ago, but I didn't really pay any attention until this month. I just bought Add to the Beauty. I cannot tell you how much I love it. Those songs speak straight to my heart. I think it's safe to say they are changing my life. I am going through an exciting, bewildering season; this is my first year of marriage and we are really considering what the future holds for us. Add to the Beauty could not be a more appropriate soundtrack to this season in my life. Besides the creative, excellent music and your brilliant voice, the songs remind me of the Kingdom and point me to the One who holds my future EVERYTIME I listen. I'm so sorry I haven't been a fan until now. I hope to see you live really soon. Thanks. Andrea

Andrea November 12, 2007 • 12:27 PM

Sara, A friend exposed me to your music a few years ago, but I didn't really pay any attention until this month. I just bought

Stephanie Shea November 12, 2007 • 02:46 AM

Dear Sara, The first time I heard you was on my way home from a psychiatrict hospital, my husband wanted to give me encouragement through music. He had heard one of your songs that he thought I needed to hear and bought the CD. Due to issues from my childhood, I was not able to cope with all of the things that I thought were my responsiblity. I became depressed to the point of possibly being suicidal. One of the things that discouraged me the most was the fact that I really could not see how God was using me or even see his presence in my life. The song that encouraged me the most was the song about not being able to hear God. I know the song was about decisions needing to be made, but for me it spoke about how absent I felt from God. That God may have been screaming at me to lean on him, I just could not hear him. Needless to say, for the next year I listen to the CD everytime I was in the car to the point of wearing it down. I did not listen to the radio or choose any other CD, it was everything I needed to get through that time in my life and focus on God. I can't say that I have everything in order emotionally but I do want to thank you for your words. I used your words to speak for me when I felt like I had no voice. Thank you, Stephanie Shea

Barb in Calif November 12, 2007 • 12:26 AM

I am a huge fan. Was blessed to see you in Menlo park last year. Congratulations on your new baby. My husband is retired from the airlines wherein I fly for next to nothing and will try to make it to the CD release(congrats to that too!). If I can't make it, hopefully we'll see you in riverside...unless you make it to norhthern ca again? Take care, God bless you and your family

A friend in Christ November 11, 2007 • 08:08 PM

I'm looking forward to seeing your CD release concert. Hey, it would be really great if you had back-up singers who could perform some moves, perhaps a

Janna Lamison November 11, 2007 • 07:45 PM

Hello! I am the coordinator of the Owatonna, MN MOPS groups and also a huge fan. In February, my MOPS group is doing a

Heather November 11, 2007 • 03:18 PM

Thank you for using the talents the Lord has given you to glorify the Lord and encourage others. I came across your somg,

Rebekah Hare November 11, 2007 • 03:05 PM

Ok, I'm trying again! I will start where I left off in the first. (....What my dad calls

Olivia November 10, 2007 • 05:18 PM

I love your music.. it inspires me, my family and friends. we love you Sara!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rebekah Hare November 10, 2007 • 01:35 PM

I'm sorry agian this is just really weired, if I can't get it this time I'm going to give up for now.

Rebekah Hare November 10, 2007 • 01:27 PM

Sorry I have all these enteries. I didn't understand how it worked, but I think I do now. Here is the contiuation. ( what my dad likes to call

Rebekah Hare November 10, 2007 • 01:21 PM

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Rebekah Hare November 10, 2007 • 12:52 PM

Hi Sara:) I am 21 and an artist. I so enjoy your music, besause of your descriptiveness that gives such imagery. I have to say that I have been walking with Lord for most of my life and I have always had trouble finding Christian music that I like, or that really speaks to me. Most of the music I hear is just too sugarcoated and sounds the same as the song before it. And another thing, most of the female vocalists out there are always doing all these, what my dad calls

George Williston November 10, 2007 • 08:15 AM

I have recently discovered your music listening to 91.3 out of Grand Rapids, MI. Your recent song When the Saints Come in, stands apart as a POWERFUL song of the spirit. For us human beings I believe it is about healing the suffering and adding to the beauty as you say. That is what we are here for in the misguided world. I love your music. Please keep on the path you are on. I search all forms of radio stations for inspirational songs of hope that reflect what my heart is speaking and your song stands alone recently. The last one that struck me almost to the same level was Mary Chapin Carpenters

Burt Wizeman November 08, 2007 • 10:03 PM

Thanks for taking the time out to cut the new CD. Looking forward to catching your show for the fist time in Tampa. Really Sara, don't you, the hubby and the kids deserve a nice long, warm Florida getaway during the doldrums of late winter? Sure ya do. A nice mini solo Florida tour! Dodge the flu and spend some time in the sunshine state! Thanks again, Burt

Tom Robuck November 08, 2007 • 08:04 PM

I am a sixty yr old preacher/missionary. I heard for the first time your song on the dvd The Ultimate Gift. Since then I have bought all your albums and use them in my personal worship. I feel the presence of the Lord while I listen to your songs. May God bless you in your ministry. Keep on.

Jennie November 08, 2007 • 03:32 PM

Sara, Just wanted you to know that I was praying for you today. Had a dream about you last night-I am a crazy dreamer, but have never dreamed about you before. Anyway, I always pray for the people that I dream about and I felt a strong urge to pray for you and your family this morning after I woke up. In Christ, Jennie

Sharon Akins November 08, 2007 • 10:40 AM

Thank you for 'Song for my sons' I have 7 sons, 3 daughters & 'Just showed up' speaks to me as a mom. Thank you very much for inspiration & I'm grateful for simplicity & honesty in your songs.

Wade November 08, 2007 • 04:07 AM

You new album brings me so much encouragement best be described not with words but by the chills I get when I listen to your beautiful lyrics of truth. Thank you, from an IJM worker in South Asia.

Kim S November 07, 2007 • 11:23 PM

Hi Sara, Last night my 3 mo old had me up every couple hours. Groggy and in mismatched pj's, I sauntered downstairs with her to eat some breakfast. I had just ordered your Station Wagon CD, and it was sitting on the table for me to open! I popped it in, poured some cereal and sat down with her. Half way through, my sweet baby's wabbly and uncoordinated hand grabbed my bowl. Cheerios and milk went flying. As I cleaned it up, I listened to the words in the music and thanked God for my daughter and the mess. Little messes like that will someday be sweet memories of her as she grows. Your music reminds me of the beauty and humor in life...even over spilled milk. May God meet you in the messes today. Love, a sister in Christ.

jeanette york November 07, 2007 • 03:15 PM

i am not sure where else to put this...i tried looking for a

a. from Bham, AL November 07, 2007 • 10:02 AM

Thank you God for Sara's gift of contemplative music. I first heard The Word which brought me to buy that CD. The more I listened to your music, I was seing new pictures painted and insights given of God and His grace and goodness in our lives. My 14yo daughter and i sit and listen to the music and think about what the words mean and how great our God is. She loves the song Generations. It has encouraged her to live her life making wise decisions because of how it will affect others. We just picked up your new CD and are enjoying listening to it together. I will let you know what we learn.

Wondering November 06, 2007 • 10:23 PM

Is rour friend Carter (the ER doctor) married? He's so cute!

jamie November 06, 2007 • 04:32 PM

to unthuthlist--huh?!?! how about just focusing all of your energy on writing Christian songs and not bashing others.

onthuhlist November 06, 2007 • 12:28 PM

I was wondering if you'd join me in my campaign to recapture Christian music from our culture's self-seeking norms. For example, have you wondered why the Sara Groves website (or any CCM website) should be used as a means to draw attention to Sara Groves? Is it just because all the other CCM artists do the same thing? Are the pictures of Sara Groves intended to make me see how beautiful Sara is? Am I expected to fall in love with her, or have a crush on her? But wait, she's married. As am I. So why the closeups? Isn't life all about Jesus? If so, why don't we post pictures and text that focus visitors on Jesus, instead of on Sara Groves (or whatever our particular name might be). Why don't we post pictures of any of the other 6 billion people on the planet? The only logical implication (though probably not the intent) of our website and CD cover designs is that we are more important than the other 6 billion people on the planet, and that we are more newsworthy than Jesus. If you are willing to question established culture in a search for truth, you can read more thoughts on the subject at this web address (please remove all the spaces. Your guestbook filter wouldn't accept it as is) onthuhlist . wordpress . co m / 2007 / 10 / 05 / se xyness-is-next-to-godliness Sincerely, An ugly Christian songwriter

Veronica Marr November 05, 2007 • 03:26 PM

It's quite intimidating to write to a

Irene Maguire November 05, 2007 • 02:41 PM

Hi, I ordered the new CD in early/mid October! Just wondering if I will receive it soon! I understood that pre-release date orders would ship straight away. Thanks.

JP November 05, 2007 • 11:52 AM

Sara, I just want to say thanks for seeking God. It is evident as I read more about you and your heart that you are pursuing him. It is beautiful to see someone with a platform who has something to say. I see God being glorified through you and your music. As a mother of 4 young children and a songwriter, I have been encouraged by you today. God bless you and your family.

Ruth Miller November 05, 2007 • 08:20 AM

I would love to have the lyrics to the song

Lee W November 03, 2007 • 12:58 PM

Sara, your music has truly touched us in the deepest places of our soul in some of the most difficult times as well as some of the happiest most joyful times. We've had a number of challenges but one of the hardest was losing our fifth of six children a little over 5 years ago. Though God clearly gave us the grace to do more than make it and even proclaim His goodness in and through it all, we had many challenges to face that we didn't realize long after our sadness had begun to turn to joy. Many songs and encouraging words later, your song,

Fred Jordan November 03, 2007 • 12:13 AM

Five years ago, my mother had just died of cancer and I was dealing with an urge to change my life in some way. I began thinking of retiring from my teaching job in New Orleans and moving to another country.

Maggie November 02, 2007 • 08:47 PM

Dear Dear Sara, I just cannot even begin to tell you what an encouragement you have been in my life. I am in awe sometimes as I listen to the words of your songs and wonder...how does she know? You put into song the deepest cries and thoughts of my heart...thank you so much Sara. Keep it up girl...you are loved and prayed for! From one sojourner to another... Maggie

Kat November 02, 2007 • 07:52 PM

I was a MOPS mother's day presentation not last May but the May before and I saw you perform (by simulcast, or whatever). You sang this great song about letting your kids go but

Rik November 02, 2007 • 02:08 PM

Just read a review of

Renata Browne November 01, 2007 • 10:08 PM

I was so encouraged by your song,

Janie D. Youhas November 01, 2007 • 08:35 PM

Hi Sara... if you ever run outta songs or would like to sing one from a beginning songwriter, you can go to myspace to listen to one called

Amos November 01, 2007 • 03:12 PM

Heard, for the first time in my life, your song

Holly Jones November 01, 2007 • 01:01 PM

Hi Sara, Thank you so much for your beautiful music! I saw you at the MOPS Convention in Florida and I had also saw you in Texas as well. I really love that you are a Mom just like me and when Ruby Kate threw up on stage it brought everything home. I just love your song You are the Sun. It is so true that we are no light without Jesus and you expressed that in such a beautiful way. Thank you for your thought-provoking lyrics. I can't wait to hear your next CD. Thanks, Holly

Rebecca November 01, 2007 • 12:21 PM

Thank you for the song

Meri Parent November 01, 2007 • 10:04 AM

Would you do a benefit to help us with our church building? You are very annointed with your music fo our Lord Jesus and our Father \god

Drew Tilson November 01, 2007 • 05:12 AM

Dear Sara, I am currently residing in central China, and it has been a rough 3 years, but God keeps me going. He is doing good work over here. I was praying the other day for some inspiration, and that evening He introduced me to your song- When the Saints. It deeply moved me, and I just had to give Him praise for answering so emphatically. Thank you for your ministry of song and the blessing that you have given to me and many of the other people over here with me. Spero in Deo, Drew

Jeff October 31, 2007 • 05:27 PM

I wanted to thank you, Sara, for your heartfelt music. My wife, Bethany, died Tuesday morning of leukemia at age 26. Her favorite song was

Becks October 31, 2007 • 03:07 PM

PLEASE COME TO ENGLAND! SERIOUSLY, what do we have to do to get sara over here?!! x

Heather Carman October 31, 2007 • 02:46 PM

I've loved all your albums. But I hung on to

Heather Carman October 31, 2007 • 02:40 PM

I've loved all your albums. But I hung on to

Tony October 31, 2007 • 12:22 PM

I'm not a poet but your song

Troy October 30, 2007 • 10:16 PM

Hi Sara, I LOVE your music .I listen to it when ever I feel sad , and I'm not sad anymore Love,Troy

Amy October 30, 2007 • 06:31 PM

Hi Sara, You're music has been such a blessing to my soul, especially the Add to the Beauty CD. I love how your lyrics are so down to earth and real!! I would love to see you in concert sometime. Will you ever be making your way to PA, DE or MD soon??? Thank you for being such an encouragement in the race that is set before us!

Kevin October 30, 2007 • 11:38 AM

Dear Sarah, My 9 year old daughter absolutely loves

Natalie October 29, 2007 • 08:13 PM

Hi! My name is Natalie. I'm 10 years old and love your music . I love to sing. You have inspired me to be a missionary through music and I hope I can be like you someday.

Wodu October 29, 2007 • 12:36 PM

If I could only listen to one singer's work in my whole life it would be yours. That's because of the amazing depth of the lyrics AND the beauty of the music. Your music ABSOLUTELY connects! You make timeless music. Like you've said God gives GOOD gifts!

Aimee October 29, 2007 • 12:01 PM

I was listening to the

Sharon Strube October 29, 2007 • 06:34 AM

Thanks Sara for the songs with the meanings like they were written especially for me. That is truly what it means when God gives you the lyrics for the songs....only He knows whose hearts need to be touched.

Lane Peters October 29, 2007 • 12:26 AM

I have loved your music from the beginning. You put into words what is already on my heart. When I listen/ponder your words, God speaks to me. I'm sure we are kindred spirits.

Alan Kearns October 28, 2007 • 09:23 PM

My daughter and I were out for breakfast after church.We happened to bump into a lady whom we know from our church. She mentioned that she was opening an art store in the main street of our small town. She was

danielle October 28, 2007 • 05:37 PM

hi sara, Your music is a tremendous blessing to me. I remember back during my days at Evangel, when you led worship in chapel, playing that piano with such amazing grace. Totally anointed, and so humble and kind. You're a bright spot in this cloudy world. Keep shining!

kate thram October 27, 2007 • 11:47 PM

wow....that's about all i can say...i am so moved...i came home from my photography studio sharing

Mark and Susan Powell October 27, 2007 • 10:47 PM

Sara, Your music ministers to our souls. Your willingness to paint a portrait of the beauty and difficulty of the christian walk is such a ministry to us. Thanks for being so transparent and putting into words what we feel deep within. We are so thankful for the way the Lord is using you in our lives. Blessings and peace. Mark and Susan Powell Franklin, TN

Matt Davis October 27, 2007 • 05:28 PM

Hey Sara, i live in Rapid City, SD. I saw you a few years ago at Hills Alive here. I am a really big fan of yours. Rapid City would love to see you again. please!!

Jennifer Twitty October 27, 2007 • 05:21 PM

I absolutely love your songs and the spirit that flows with them is amazing. I cannot wait to see you in concert. Your music has inspired me soooo much in the past and recent times. God bless you and your family time and time again.Thank you again for everything you have done for the glory of GOD.

Tonya Showalter October 26, 2007 • 03:11 PM

I am also a songwriter and lover of Jesus. I have found inspiration in your words and thank you for opening up your heart for the Lord to people who are real for purposes that last. It is not easy to keep pouring out yourself, but it is very rewarding if you keep renewing your mind in His Word. Keep up the faith!

dré (You Are the Son) October 26, 2007 • 03:07 AM

It's me again, (from December 11, 2006) i see you finally have your song book up! Sweeeeet, i have to have one! But thanks again for giving me the chords to that song after that concert. i've been learning to play guitar with it. Maybe i'll upload something to youtube to show you guys the progress (hehehe). i'm waiting on the pre-order of the new cd... praise God for another one... God bless you and your whole family... you guys rock!

Lona Webb October 25, 2007 • 03:44 PM

Thank you so much for your encouraging, honest songs. I just received your new songbook and have several flagged to sing at my church. Would there be a way to get music for two songs you didn't include: Kingdom Comes and What I Thought I Wanted? I love the messages in those too.

Diane Cox October 24, 2007 • 10:33 PM

Sara, You are such a blessing. I am continually surprised how you are able to

Jeri Hudsonq October 24, 2007 • 05:47 PM

Wow, I don't know where to start.....well, me simply say thank you. I just watched

Debora Castillo October 24, 2007 • 03:51 PM

Sara, I really appreciate your music. It reaches deep within the heart of me those places of innocence, beauty and heartfelt longing for God I thought were forgotten and lost. I imagine you must enjoy when you sing and record those songs. I wish I could capture the vision for purity and God that you so visibly share with the rest of us who are struggling as well, one song at a time. May God Bless You in Heaven with so much more than He already has down here on Earth! Keep going Always my sister

Becca October 24, 2007 • 10:28 AM

Sara- I'm a seminary student, artist, and writer. I discovered your music during the second semester of my first year, during a very difficult time for me, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Your 'Add to the Beauty' album met me where I was theologically and asked the 'big questions' along with me. So many of your lyrics have shaped my theology and way of thinking as an artist, and therefore indirectly, how I live. Thank you for sharing your journey, your art, and your questions. God is working through your work. Peace to you & yours, now and always.

Ayn October 24, 2007 • 08:27 AM

Hi- Thank you for your wonderful music. My husband recently purchased your new songbook for us. It's great; we hope you publish all of your work! Can you fill me in on the story behind 'He's Always Been Faithful'? Thanks and blessings to you and your family.

Randy and Joleen Willis October 23, 2007 • 06:17 PM

WE WROTE about your music today on our blog (Google

Sarah October 23, 2007 • 03:10 PM

Hi Sara...I just wanted to say that I'm counting the days until the release of your new CD! Keep of the good work!!

Randy and Joleen October 23, 2007 • 02:34 PM

WE WROTE about your music today on our blog about songs that inspire us as leaders to change the world (you can find our blog by Googling our names and the phrase

Randy and Joleen October 23, 2007 • 02:23 PM

WE WROTE about your music today on our blog about songs that inspire us as leaders to change the world! We recently discovered your music, Sara, through the wonderful movie,

Ashley October 22, 2007 • 04:53 PM

My fiance and I are going to have our first dance as man and wife to

Larra Ford October 21, 2007 • 04:51 PM

Sara I would just like to say how great it is to know a Christian singer. I really didn't know you and you didn't know me but we went to the same high school together. After finding a friend on the internet who told me who you are I was thrilled to know that someone whom I attended high school with is now reaching the world for Jesus through her music. May God continue to bless you and your ministry.

Josh October 20, 2007 • 09:08 PM

Dear Sara, I saw you perform at a church in Pennsylvania earlier this year. Jesus touched me in such a special way that night. It was such a special time for me in the presense of the Lord. By the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, I WILL use all of my buffalo, do donuts in the parking lot, and continue to be used in the long defeat! God has used your testimony and your music to greatly touch my life. One special thing about that night: you sang There's Just Something About That Name. I hadn't heard that song in a while. My mom used to sing that when I was little. (She loves the Station Wagon CD!) Looking forward to getting your new album! Congratulations on the new baby! -Josh Children's Ministry Major at Valley Forge Christian College P.S. I really like the bird in the lower left hand corner of your webiste. Would it be possible for me to see (and possibly purchase) a print of the entire piece of artwork?

Tom Rowe October 20, 2007 • 10:59 AM

Sara, God has truly gifted you with a wonderful talent and more importantly, the heart to reveal it. Your music has been an inspiration to me...it always makes me pause to reflect on our Lord and His Word. For this, I am grateful to you and your music. Keep reflecting His light so we may be reminded and also share the Good News! God is Good!!! God bless you and your family Sara!!! A fan In Christ, Tom Rowe

Keith Lewis October 19, 2007 • 05:13 PM

I first heard your music at a funeral; the family provided the CD with

tina October 18, 2007 • 08:32 PM

Sara, I just saw beautiful pictures of your daughter and your family!!! Those photos are precious!

rachel abercrombie October 18, 2007 • 05:24 PM

you are so blesse to be able to perform and to have so many albums!!! I love to write songs and wish so much to be in your position! God Bless You Forever and Always your Friend, Rachel Abercrombie

Scott Karow October 18, 2007 • 04:57 PM

Hey Sara... Wondered about the availability of your music video

Jose Padilla October 16, 2007 • 09:54 PM

Sara, who ever you are, God bless you. I dont know about you or heard of you until I came across with bornagainradio . I guess you sing because of the pictures on your site. I must say that I see Christ especially in your working hand to the needy children. I say this with all my heart, continue in the strength of the Lord. Christ reflects through these pictures posted on your site and I know this because my heart beats it and can see the Word in action. Some day I will enter in full ministry and know its all got to be by faith: the just shall live by faith Romans 1:17 . That loop that you mention on your site means strength, more flow in the electricity theory. Current flows through conductor and if loops are created the power of the flow is then greater flowing out of the loops. God bless the people with you and the family with your husband. Im a living testomony of what God has done healing my marriage of 11 years with 3 boys in waterbury, Connecticut. God is good. God bless you all. amen.

Steve October 16, 2007 • 08:49 PM

Dear Sara I am a physician in South Carolina and have an amazing story I would like to share with you. I had the privilege of taking care of an 18 year old senior high school student named Hannah Sobeski. She was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer last May and died 6 months later. Her story was followed by thousands of people on a web site called Caring Bridge. Her amazing faith and steadfast obedience to God during the most difficult of times was incredible. A ministry now named after her called Hannah's Hope Ministry has been established and I would like to send you a DVD that we are using to share her faith, hope and love for God. Your CD

Linda Hopp October 15, 2007 • 09:43 AM

This past summer 7 from my little Iowa church went to strengthen our relationship with our sister congregation in a remote village in southwest Tanzania. We spent 2 weeks walking with these beautiful people - sharing in their faith, joys, sorrows. When we heard your new song

Betsy Renard October 15, 2007 • 01:24 AM

Hi, Thank you for all your music, and for using your voice and songwriting for the Lord. I have loved your songs since forever! I am so excited about your newest CD. Your music has touched many lives, mine personally. Oh, and congratulations on the newest member to your family!

Sarah Matyskela October 14, 2007 • 07:23 PM

Sara, thank you for being the wonderful and talented person you are. You've taught me so much about God through your songs. I feel like I want to get so much more closer to him because of you. Your voice is pure, inspiring, and always positive! thank you. Blessings. -Sarah Ann (13 years old)

Paul S. October 14, 2007 • 04:44 PM

Thank you for singing your heart Sara, a breath of fresh Spirit in the CCM scene. Since the absence of Jennifer Knapp there have been few new 'real' songs that lead to deep worship of God, yet you, your band, producers and engineers have done an amazing job of recording worship. Praise God! May many be inspired by your songs, both to lift up their voices to God where ever they are, and for those who have the gifts of recording music to similarly bare their hearts and souls in their songs and bleed music. We need more musicians to be transparent, in holiness and humbleness. Please keep singing, keep writing, keep recording - the sacrifices you make of your time and talent bring forth true blessings. Thank you again.

Lori Harris October 14, 2007 • 03:26 PM

Congratulations on your new baby RUBY! She's gorgeous. Take it easy and enjoy today.

dorothy October 14, 2007 • 12:47 AM

Sara, I just have to praise God for the ministry He has given you!! EVERY single time (and there have been MANY times) I hear the opening words

Melissa Altiman October 13, 2007 • 11:47 PM

Sara Groves I thank God so much for your gift, for you, for your spirit, and for the wonderful music that has uplifted me so much, inspired me, that i could relate to. i love songs like Jeremiah, Jesus Ur beautiful...and many more. Your music has really been such a blessing in my 7 yrs with the Lord, your my favorite musician, keep the faith, stay strong in Him, and love you, girl!

Rik October 13, 2007 • 03:10 PM

Awakening came to mind, so I decided to listen to it. As I sat there, shaking, you spoke my heart so truthfully. Compared to the emptiness of this life, we're all looking for something real, and that's what I was lacking. Serving others is not a substitute for real faith, it can only be an expression of it. I'm starting into treatment with a good Christian therapist next week, but still could use some prayer. Thank you Sara, for being Christ to me today.

Rik October 13, 2007 • 02:46 PM

Sara, thank you. You may never have heard this before, but your music saved a life today, mine. Over the last 4 years I've been battling, largely alone, due to the nature of my job as a law enforcement officer, with a great deal of depression and loss in my life. Today, after a particularly rough week at work and personally, I sat down to do something I'd never previously been able to justify in light of my faith. I felt as though I'd reached the end of what I had to give others, and honestly, more than anything, I just wanted to go home, as I've not had that feeling in years. For whatever reason, the words of your song

Todd Gillette October 12, 2007 • 03:25 PM

I've had the pleasure of being introduced to and performing

Deedra Mager October 12, 2007 • 12:00 PM

Today a friend directed me to your video on utube about your trip to Rwanda. It was so touching and very timely for me to see. My husband and I are in the process of adopting a son from Ethiopia. We have just been sent the referral and are now believing God for the funds to finish this journey. I have been battling to keep faith that God is bigger than our need and still directing our steps. I cried watching your tribute and had to ask myself

stan October 12, 2007 • 11:16 AM

it is plain to see that you stand in good wiht the Lord...He is speaking through you to all of us...would you please pray for rain for us in the south east...many areas are already critical...may God continue to bless you thank you stan

Linda Osborne October 11, 2007 • 02:24 PM

Dear Sara, I wish I could just sit down and talk to you on the phone! My daughter loaned me

Tasha Irving October 10, 2007 • 11:02 PM

I have seen you, Sara in concert and listened to most of your songs. Your honesty and wisdom have spoken into my soul in hard times and good. Thank you for your listening to the Lord and sharing that with us through your amazing voice. I even named my blog after a line from one of your songs - I hope that is ok!! It is broken yet grateful. It speaks of my brokeness in losing my mom and my gratefullness that I am the mom, person, daughter I am now because of God's hand in that loss. Again, thanks and keep listening and singing!!

Cammy Lee October 10, 2007 • 09:02 PM

Sara...6 years ago the Lord spoke to me through your song

Jamie Hughs October 10, 2007 • 08:18 PM

The music, the words, the voice. Thank you for sharing your inner beauty. May God continue to bless you and yours as you help us get through our days until we go 'to the moon'. With God's grace, Faithfully, Jamie

Sara Brubaker October 10, 2007 • 01:31 PM

Sara, all I can say is thank you. I've worked with girls and women with eating disorders, struggled myself, been to poverty stricken places and seen how just a bit of beauty can add so much to places that are so dark. I am so thankful for your heart, your own beauty and the many gifts that God has blessed you with. I currently work at Houghton College in New York State and I know we have requested to have you grace us with your presence, and I hope that works out! Thank you once again for living beyond yourself and doing small things with great intent and purpose.

Jen Viel October 10, 2007 • 01:42 AM

Sara, Could you give me an address where I can send a little care package for you guys? I have met you several times at The Firehouse Underground in Sioux Falls, SD. Also, I know John Vander Veen (one of the guys who handles your sales in TN). To top that off, I am a fellow Minnesotan! So, I promise I am a nice, well-meaning fellow Christian) I couldn't find a

Erica Norton October 09, 2007 • 06:33 PM

Sara, I don't know if you remember me but we were in Rwanda together on the trip in January of 2006 with Rick Warren. We sat next to each other on that long day of driving all through Rwanda when we got lost. When you sang

Erica Norton October 09, 2007 • 06:32 PM

Bryan Boutz October 09, 2007 • 09:13 AM

My wife Melissa is a huge fan, and your music brings much needed encouragement into our home (and my office). She had the chance to visit with you at the MOPS convention, now she loves to show of the picture. I have clear instructions on the music book she wants for Christmas, so thanks for making that job easier :).

Anna October 08, 2007 • 01:30 PM

I was introduced to your music for the first time at the MOPS convention. Awesome!!!!!!!! congrats on the new baby!!

Sheng Francisco October 08, 2007 • 01:17 PM

hi,my name Sheng

Julie October 08, 2007 • 12:02 PM

Sarah I received one of your songs on a cd I got from MOPS

Julie October 08, 2007 • 11:55 AM

Sarah, I received your sone

Sandy October 08, 2007 • 02:15 AM

I just wanted you to know that I work for Child Protective Services and when I remove a child from their parents I always have you music playing in the car on the way to the foster home or shelter. For the older children who understand it they always ask about it and it starts a conversation about God. Your music is touching a number of abused and neglected children here is Texas and I just wanted you to know how your making a difference! Love the new album too can't wait for the release!!

Charlotte October 08, 2007 • 12:53 AM

I LOVE YOUR MUSIC! You really have a talent that's from God. Thanks for writing such meaningful songs. I love so many of them... and I'm excited about your new CD!

Matthew MacFarlane October 06, 2007 • 05:03 PM

Sara is one of the best female artists on the Christian music scene today. Her songs are uplifting and contain awesome messages of faith, hope, love, and forgiveness. This is truly a woman of God who seems to live the Christian faith. The best of luck with the newest member of your family --- a true blessing from God

Alyscia October 06, 2007 • 02:28 PM

I can't even describe what a blessing your music has been in my life lately. Please keep creating such thought provoking,encouraging and spirt-filled songs. Praise God!

Stacie October 06, 2007 • 02:26 PM

Sara, your music and lyrics have been such a blessing to our lives. A friend of mine lost her sister to cancer less than 6 months ago and we quoted the lyrics to one of your songs at her memorial. The Lord has used you to help rejoice in the goodness of God and to weep at the hard times. Blessings to you and your family! Can't wait until the new album and concert at NW. All of our daughters will be there with us! Thank you!

Adah October 06, 2007 • 03:00 AM

Dear Sara, We probably won't meet 'til heaven. Though I think we'd get along well. Especially since I can't seem to hear the melodies and lyrics of your music enough. We have three small children, my husband and I are about to end our thirties (he sooner than me:) and are part time youth pastors while my husband works as a plumber full time. I say all that to say, we see many areas of life. From a man on the job site, to the troubled youth, the stay at home mom to the

Phil - 29 Palms, CA October 05, 2007 • 11:16 PM

Hi Sara. I have about a thousand CD's, but your's are the only ones that seem to be getting regular play at my house. Thank you so much for your wonderful music. *I find it very inspirational and helpful in my walk. God bless you and your family!

Michelle October 05, 2007 • 08:29 PM

I was at MOPS Convention and was so touched by Sara. She was incredible as a performer, but even more so as a woman. She was someone you could just sit across the table with and have great conversation with about everything from spit-up to world affairs. Thank you for being so giving of yourself through your music and being so real as a person. I am spreading the word about your talent and graciousness! Thanks!

stan October 05, 2007 • 04:20 PM

i do not know how Sara was able to sum up my life in one song...Painting Pictures of Egypt...it describes it all especially caught between the promise and what i know...i could fill volumes about this...she is a blessed singer and writer...thank you for this song. randomhit10 (stan)

Justin Reed October 04, 2007 • 10:42 PM

Pastor Colbaugh, since you likely may be the one to see this before Sara, perhaps you could relay a message to her and Troy... :) I see that on November 27th they'll be in Omaha (well, Elkhorn) at Bethany Lutheran Church for the beginning of the Behold The Lamb Of God tour. Me and my wife, Alicia, live about 7 miles from the church and we would like to invite them and their family over for dinner with us that evening. I realize that it's not like they'll have been on the road a long time leading up to that, so they may not even need a good home-cooked meal at that point, but I thought I'd offer anyway. Alicia is a great cook and we do love kids, so the offer is open any time they all are in the neighborhood and would like a place to chill! Love that song for your sons! Take care and God bless... oh, and have a great evening, Pastor Colbaugh! If you all decide you would like to have dinner with us on Nov. 27th, just let me know!

Terri October 04, 2007 • 10:17 AM

May God bless you Sara! Jesus has used

A October 02, 2007 • 12:55 AM

Dear Sara, I've wanted to thank you for a long time. Your songs have got me through some of the most difficult times in my life. Four years ago my husband came to me with a shocking secret that changed my whole world. He was arrested days later. A friend had given me some of your music the week before. When everything in my world quit making sense, your music spoke so beautifully to me. Through the meetings with lawyers and running from the media and trying to figure out how to face people again, your songs blared through my speakers. The words in

Stephanie October 01, 2007 • 08:27 PM

God bless you as you glorify God! You are truely his instrument. May I make a prayer request? My mom was diagnosed with brain cancer on her motor cortex last month. Radiation is the only treatment to stunt the tumor's growth. She starts on Wednesday for six weeks-five days a week. Would you please pray for her that she may find strength in Christ during this time? Her name is Kris. She is very faithful and reminds me daily that hope in God is huge. I know that God has more plans for her life. Even in the hospital she praised his name and prayed with her doctors. She even made friends with the hospital cleaning lady. Sara, would you be able to send her an autographed picture to put by her bed as an encouragement. I already ordered your new CD for me and for her. Thanks for your prayers. In Christ's Love, Stephanie

Matt October 01, 2007 • 04:06 PM

Sara, I just want to let you know how much your music is an inspiration to me. I first heard of your music when you where with Jars of Clay in 2005 at Liberty,MO. I'm currently serving in Iraq and I have faced some hard times being away but your song

Heather October 01, 2007 • 01:21 PM

I hope at some point, after we've been in heaven long enough, I'll be able to sit down with you one-on-one and be able to tell you and show you just how much your music has affected and influenced my life and what my life story has been from beginning to the end (whenever that may be). Until then, I just want to encourage you to keep following Christ and obeying God. You have a beautiful talent and the fact that you choose to use it to glorify God is such an inspiration and encouragment. I will be praying for God to bless your new baby daughter and all of your family. I just became an aunt myself on July 4th! :) It seems that we have both been blessed. In the words of Akiane (who is a beatifully talented young artist with a heart for God that you should check out--i think you will see why),

Sarah October 01, 2007 • 12:30 PM

I'm very excited about your new song book. I already own the other two, but I can't wait for the new additions to this book. Thanks!!

H. Marie October 01, 2007 • 11:32 AM

Hey Sara, I don't know if you'll actually get a chance to read this (being that you're really busy) :), but just wanted you to know that you're awesome! I've only heard a few of your songs and I have your

caren September 30, 2007 • 09:03 PM

hello God bless, Wow love your new album so full of blessing may God keep on blessing you thanks love you :)

John Wilkens September 28, 2007 • 07:49 PM

Sara, we get a wonderful blessing from your singing on all your CD's--except the last one,

Kristen Burke September 27, 2007 • 07:20 PM

Sara, I just wanted to thank you for your obedience to Christ in writing your music. All the things I seem to go through in my walk with Him, is mirrored so often in your lyrics. I too, before I was a believer would wonder if there was

Han Cheng September 27, 2007 • 02:48 PM

hi,mrs. sara. i am three years old and live in a welfare institute in China. When i was born i was abandoned on a train because my special needs were more than my mommy and daddy could pay for. A family in the United States and are working hard to bring me home to them and my three new siblings :-) i know you are a mommy like both of my mommies and that you will care because my mommy in America says your songs are from a heart that God alone can give. There is a home not far from mine called Harmony Outreach and lots of little kids like me live there... they need to purchase a permanent home for little ones with special needs like me. they have found a home, but need to raise $70,000 to purchase it. I know you sing beautifully and was wondering if you might be willing to use your beautiful voice and songs from our God to raise money to help them buy this home where they can live until they can go home to the family that God has for each of them... just like i hope to soon. if you are not able and have any friends who play or sing that maybe could we would be eternally grateful... harmonyOutreach.org ,hugs from me and my parents here and there! Love, Han Cheng and his waiting family

linda September 27, 2007 • 02:42 PM

...seeing my scars

linda September 27, 2007 • 02:39 PM

...seeing my scars

linda September 27, 2007 • 02:34 PM

dear sara, I cannot tell how much your music mean to me and how much it helped me in my life full of huddle. I suffer from auto agression, depressive moods and although I always have hope I can't see the beauty in the world sometimes!I had bad experience but when I am listening to your songs GOD is so near me. I feel HIS love and my love hidden in my heart and soul!They remind me how much GOD loves us and that everything will be alright. Thank you so much, you helped me seeing my scars

Emma September 27, 2007 • 01:01 PM

Hi! You have an amazing voice, I have only heard one of your songs

Shannon Solano September 26, 2007 • 04:01 PM

Dear Sara, I was in the audience at the MOPS Convention in Orlando over the weekend. Until last Friday, I had never heard of you or heard your music. Now that I have, I can't get enough!! I think you've been reading my mind and writing my life into your songs. I'm sure you hear that a lot because although we think we're alone - we're connected to each other as mothers, daughters, sisters, friends, wives and people. So thank you for being able to say and sing what I can not. You encourage, inspire and delight. I appreciate you and your work. May God continue to bless you and your beautiful family. Sincerely, Shannon Solano Tampa, Florida (formerly of Grand Haven, Michigan)

Rachel September 26, 2007 • 02:45 PM

I just recently 'discovered' your music, and I can't tell you enough how much I appreciate you. Everybody walks through certain seasons, and your music is speaking so much to me now, in the season I'm in. God is really ministering to me through you - thank you. Thank you for doing what you do, for being a positive, godly role model, and an excellent and creative Christian artist. Keep it up!

Mary Wagoner-Angelin September 26, 2007 • 08:47 AM

I tried to leave a message but a message popped up saying I was unable to do so. Could someone from Sara's camp email me so I can forward my message? Thanx.

Ian Redman September 26, 2007 • 07:21 AM

Do you know if your new album is going to be release in the UK this year?

Mike Boyd September 25, 2007 • 10:36 PM

I have just recentley bought Sara's song book. This was a mistake on my part. I thought it was a CD of her greatest hits. I would like to return the book for a refund. How can I get ahold of someone to return the book?

Sarah September 25, 2007 • 06:34 PM

Sara, I wanted to share how your Conversations CD helped to bring me through a difficult period in my life when I worked as a secretary in a secular enviroment. I played your CD over and over throughout the day. The words inspired me to keep going and to keep God as my focus when working around those who didnt know Him. I am so thankful for other Christians and the support they provide each other!

blink September 25, 2007 • 11:27 AM

I am from the philippines and it seems that your albums are not so spread out over here, which is why i only discovered your beautiful music only two months ago. Ive stopped listening to the likes of Sarah McLaughlin and Tori Amos because of disturbing lyrics and their questionable beliefs. I just want you to know that your music is an overwhelming alternative and more... Please know that I'm praying for you. The fact that youre making music like you do and also a mother encourages me to do the best that i can do with the talents that God has given me. Thank you for being such an inspiration. Thank you for your sacrifice of praise to our amazing God. God bless you.

cynde September 25, 2007 • 12:58 AM

I am a mentor mom for MOPS and was overjoyed to hear your sweet music at Convention. Your sweetness overwhelmed me..and filled me with joy and hope! I want to encourage you as a young mom..please know that I am praying for you! Thank you for making the convention even more meaningfull for all of us moms! Your little one put on quite a show...my grandson was born on Aug 21 and so I really was right there with you! Hugs,Cynde Lee Sonora, Calif Lead Mentor Sonora MOPS

Michelle September 24, 2007 • 09:22 PM

Sara, You are my new favorite artist. I sang in the choir with you at the MOPS convention. What an special treat that was. Thank you for you wonderful stories and the time that you spent with us over the weekend. I do have to say though, Ruby Cate stole the show when she spit up. It could not have been a more perfect moment! Much love to you and your family.

Heather Weaver September 24, 2007 • 09:17 PM

Sara, Just wanted to thank youfor your words and music they have ministered to me over the years! In fact I walk down the isle to

Kelly - Corona CA September 24, 2007 • 06:40 PM

Hi Sara, Wow, what an experience to sing with you in the choir! Thank you for the opportunity! You have truly blessed so many moms this past weekend! Thank you for sharing your time and family with us moms.

Michelle September 24, 2007 • 04:06 PM

Hello Sara and family. You truly blessed my heart at the Orlando MOPS convention. I am thankful to God for the blessing of your music at the convention. Sara, your voice is beautiful, but what I really enjoyed was your willingness to be real and share about God's work in your life as a fellow MOP.

Amber Jordan September 24, 2007 • 01:10 PM

I just arrived back home. I was holding my one year old daughter and telling my husband about what happened while your baby was on stage. Ironically my seldom ill child suddenly rejected her dinner all over me. I looked up at my husband in disbelief. We both started laughing uncontrollably. This was certainly not what I hoped to share with you! Thank you so much for your realness. I was impacted greatly. Be blessed.

Jennifer Dozier September 24, 2007 • 11:15 AM

Sara, I was at the MOPS convention in Orlando and was truly BLESSED to be there and to meet you and be introduced to your vision for our world and to hear your testimony and music. I especially could relate to beaufitul little Ruby's spitting up incident! What wonderfully and Godly timing, huh? Thank you for being REAL! Being a fellow MOP and knowing that there are so many different women in MOPS that want to make a difference in this HIGE world, is sooo empowering. Thank you, Sara, for using your God-given talent of your beautiful voice and music to reach EVERY mom that was in that room in Orlando. You are truly an inspiration and for that, I am grateful! May you continue to see Christ'speace in all that you do and have His Blessings shine down on you and your beautiful family.

Yvonne Cusick September 24, 2007 • 10:57 AM

My Osage Beach, Missouri MOPS group was so inspired by your music. Your truly a gift from God. Thank you for taking the time to be with us and sharing your family as well.

Michelle D. Smith September 24, 2007 • 08:33 AM

Like the previous others, I too was at the MOPS Convention in Orlando (my first). It is truly refreshing to see a celebrity mom (even though I'm sure you don't consider yourself as such) be real, wholesome and true to God's unfailing love. As our group returned to Beaufort, SC we listened to your CDs and reflected on our own blessings. Thank you for sharing your voice, talent and love of the Lord!

Jennifer Caruso September 23, 2007 • 11:29 PM

Dear Sara, I was just at the MOPS convention in Orlando, FL and I have to tell you all that you touched my heart with your music and lyrics. Your grace and humor was a blessing to all of the mom's in attendance this year. Best Wishes from the Perry Florida MOPS group!!!

Christine Ross September 23, 2007 • 10:24 PM

I just returned from the MOPS conference and had so much fun singing in the choir with you guys. It was great to be included. I have seen you twice near Pittsburgh, and you have truly inspired me to follow my heart's desire to sing for Jesus. Your seminar on global thinking challenged me about opening up my kids' eyes to the plight of others and not to fear getting involved. My favorite convention moment was when Ruby lost her dinner big time for the cameras right on cue! You handled it well! Thanks for what you do.

Teresa Behr September 23, 2007 • 08:46 PM

I just returned home from the MOPS conference where you performed and I feel so full of life. Your songs absolutely touched my heart. The lyrics hit home with me, having kids similar in age to yours! Thank you Sara for making your music. You are truly talented and blessed!

Ramy September 23, 2007 • 04:58 PM

I'm from Egypt and the first album I listened to was Add to the beauty, I knew then that I was listening to something spectacular. The Lyrics are so deep and thought provoking that they never fail to direct me towards God and encourage me. Taking our church to the moon makes me laugh at the image it portrays and at the same time feel sad for churches and how they are built today. Thank you for this you are a unique artist. Ramy

theresa Martinson September 22, 2007 • 09:44 PM

Sara, with no expectations I write to you. Your songs have been a joy to me. I've listened in the heart of the wilderness, literarly. And sung them at the memorials of the dearest of friends and family. I know we will meet some day. Thanks Sara

Cathy Sanders September 22, 2007 • 05:04 PM

I'm sitting here crying for joy seeing the pictures of your little girl. You have inspired me more than you know. We had emailed each other back before we both had kids, then we lost touch with life shifting. Back then we were both pregnant when I met you in FL for our 1st kids. I have 2 now. I have 2 albums out, we Travel full time, and I have some radio stations now picking up the music. I look at your pictures and I see not a superstar, I see my friend that I miss, I know it sounds cheesy but I have prayed many time for God to re-connect us somehow. please forward this to Sara. Blessings,Cathy Sanders

Nancy Walker September 21, 2007 • 06:08 PM

I Saw What I Saw, along with videos clips from your Africa trip...very moving and powerful! God bless you! ~Nancy Walker

Nancy Walker September 21, 2007 • 05:38 PM

Nancy Walker September 21, 2007 • 05:37 PM

Ok...let me try again... I heard your song,

Nancy Walker September 21, 2007 • 05:30 PM

Sara, I heard your song

Enix Ramos September 20, 2007 • 10:11 AM

I found you through a random search engine....and might I say it was a wonderful find...your music is so touching, so full of God's grace....I am delighted to listen to your melodies in my office, car and home...May the Lord continue to bless you !!!

nichole September 19, 2007 • 12:17 PM

sara, i just want to thank you for the honesty in your songs. i'm realizing how hard life can be at times and your music always reminds me that God is still God and if I let Him, He'll get me through the hardships of the day. God Bless you.

Tricia Berney September 17, 2007 • 09:05 PM

Hi Sara, I've loved your music for many years, and have truley enjoyed the heart you sing with. Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl! Enjoy being the mother of three- it's fun. Tricia

Sarah September 16, 2007 • 04:00 PM

I just wanted to tell you that you have a beautiful voice, and that I heard a song that you had done on the movie

Matthew Della Foresta September 14, 2007 • 09:36 PM

I pastor a street mission in Ottawa, Canada and face sadness often - your music helps me see the beauty. Thanks for moving me. It is one of the best albums I have ever taken in. Matthew

Michelle Larrea September 13, 2007 • 05:59 AM

Hi Sara and family, I'm from Australia and wanted to say thanks for your music. I have given your CDs away as Christmas and b'day presents many times and everyone I give them to falls in lovewith you! I could not tell you the number of times God has used your music to speak to me. Not just once, either. He uses the same songs again and again and again! Less like Scars and Rain are two favourites and Always Been Faithful is my anthem - I shared it while giving my testimony the other day at work. I've sung Fly at weddings and my own songwriting has been very much influenced by your music and lyric style. You have an incredible gift to speak such profound truths that ringtrue with anyone who listens and to set it to such beautiful, clear and simple melodies. Just love you!

BrianR September 10, 2007 • 11:43 PM

I may be the minority here, but I've been a fan for several years now strictly for your musical talent. I think you have that special something that sets you apart from your genre - a definite cross-over artist, at least in my opinion. Health and happiness to you and your family.

BrianR September 10, 2007 • 11:34 PM

I may be the minority here, but I've been a fan for several years now strictly for your musical talent. I think you have that

Lakesha Bellanti September 10, 2007 • 01:29 PM

Hi Sara, Congrats on the birth of you new baby girl. You are right God is good! you are an inspiration to me, you are a beautiful woman.

John Wilhelm September 09, 2007 • 10:04 PM

Hi Sara: It's wonderful see how the Lord has blessed your ministry. Also, I heard that your Dad finally put together a CD! The next time you are in Vineland, Dot & I will check it out. John Wilhelm

Sara September 09, 2007 • 09:10 PM

Sara, Today at the Church of the Open Door, where you once were a staff member, in Minnesota, we heard your song during the 5 year anniversary of our new building, do you remember senior pastor Dave Johnson, he was really funny in the video they displayed. Sara Wixon

celina joy kneller September 09, 2007 • 06:06 PM

dear sara I love your music my name is celina , my favorite song right now is painting pictures of egypt oh and im 10 years old by sara.

kelly September 08, 2007 • 06:58 PM

Hi Sara congrats on your new baby....I just wanted to let you know I was listening to a worship cd this am and your song the word came on .. It was as if GOD was speaking to me... I have let my bible rest on the shelf and have not been living my life for CHRIST.. I have been suffering depression I recently lost my precious mother my best friend I am going thru a divorce after 20 yrs I am trying to raise 2 teenage boys who are getting in worldly trouble ...but I know that MY REEDEMER LIVES and I can be more than a conqueror through JESUS my SAVIOR ..THANKS.. GOD BLESS

Lisa M Maynard September 08, 2007 • 10:22 AM

Hi Sara! Your song

Suzanne Wood September 07, 2007 • 01:36 PM

Hi Sara, I absolutely love your music and consider myself your biggest fan! :) I have been poking around on your great website and have a suggestion tho...I was looking at the pictures in multimedia, and I would love to know where they were all taken. It is obvious that a few of them (at least) were taken in a different country (Africa, maybe?) and I'd love to know that. My suggestion is that you put a caption with ALL of the pictures. I love the ones of your sweet boys too, and congratulations on the birth of your first daughter! What a blessing. God bless you and can't wait for your new album!

Ian September 05, 2007 • 08:02 PM

Your music is just amazing. Thanks for being so humble and honest through your lyrics. I look forward to seeing you in CT in December. Thanks for all the great songs.

Kristen K. September 05, 2007 • 09:23 AM

Your lyrics is deep and familar. Your source is God, and your music shows the thoughts of your heart and the whispers of your soul. I love to listen. Thank you.

Abiathar Baugh September 04, 2007 • 03:43 PM

I have seen you once in concert in Columbus, Oh. I remember my childhood, and how when I was young things were so different, I listen to you and it brings me back, I know you probably won't read this, but I think your pretty cool, and you should contininue your music, I am having alot of struggles and listen to your music help me to remember to add to the beauty. That amazing grace album is the stuff. Peace, Blessings, and Joy!

bethany September 04, 2007 • 12:56 AM

is there a vocal track to the song cave of Adullam? i want to sing it at my church sometime

TJ McCloud September 03, 2007 • 09:26 PM

Just a note to say that you're about the best there is for honest, poetic, christian musical expression. And also- your bio page is messed up. I enjoyed the part I could read, though. God bless and congrats on the new band member.

Robin Mooney September 03, 2007 • 06:38 PM

Sara, I need and want to let you know that your music - words, feelings, worship - have helped me with my incredible faith journey. When my father died, husband betrayed me and my house burned all in a period of 6 weeks (over Easter - the meaning of re-birth was very applicable!), listening to your music helped me gain strength about my Walk, faith in God and faith in myself. Your vulnerabilities shown in your music resonated with me, and I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your courage. I hope to give you a big THANK YOU! hug sometime when you visit Minnesota! God bless! Robin :)

Mike September 01, 2007 • 08:53 PM

Sara, I first heard your voice on a Michael Card CD and wanted to hear more. Add to the Beauty was my first of your CD's but not the last. The music is breath taking and the message is the stuff sermons are made of! Thanks so much for adding to he beauty.

Ted September 01, 2007 • 07:31 PM

Discovered your beautiful music in the film,

Ted September 01, 2007 • 07:27 PM

I watched

Shawn August 31, 2007 • 06:49 PM

Sara, I know you don't remember me but I sat by you in a church in Minnesota when you were first starting out. When you played the piano and sang I knew God had big plans for you. I would love to know how to schedule you for a concert where I work. Can someone get in touch with me? God's blessings on your ministry. Slave of Christ, Shawn

Josh August 31, 2007 • 02:22 PM

I heard an amazing song on the radio that I believe to be from your new album. I didn't catch the title but desperately want it. The words were I know what I know, I can't go back????? Can you help me find it? Thank you so much for what you do. Josh

Natalie DeSimone August 31, 2007 • 12:30 PM

Dear Sara, you have inspired me in many ways through your music. I love to worship God through song and it is so easy to do while singing along to your music. Thank you for being an inspiration. My preteen loves your songs which makes selecting appropriate music for her to listen to easy in this age of confusion. God bless you and keep working through you.

Tawny August 30, 2007 • 09:51 AM

When I herd your songs they moved me to tears and I had a hard time driving. LOL God bless you Sara

Staci August 30, 2007 • 01:42 AM

Sara, Just writing to say thank you for your beautiful words. I'm not sure that I can consider myself a Christian anymore, but appreciate the song

Rene' August 26, 2007 • 01:26 AM

I have truly loved your music since the first time I heard

Fred and Sophia August 26, 2007 • 01:20 AM

We saw the movie Ultimate Gift and your song blew us away. My wife made me order all your CDs. right now. That song is so amazing that yes, we just bought 6 cds just because Something Changed is that great. God Bless.

brook August 23, 2007 • 03:43 PM

Thank you so much for the music. I have so many favorites. I can remember the first time I heard Conversations while driving, had to pull over cause I couldn't see through my tears. Remember Surrender, Jesus You're Beautiful, and He's Always Been Faithful helped me through a difficult time. We didn't know if we could have another child, and I would sing to myself and pray each morning. Our baby boy is now 6 months!

mark lentine August 22, 2007 • 05:37 AM

Dear Sara & Staff, Thank You so much for the autographed picture you sent. The picture was beautiful....my daughter appreciated it very much. Mark Lentine

Brooklyn August 21, 2007 • 07:59 PM

I LOVE Your Music

Dave and Anne Carter August 21, 2007 • 07:35 PM

Ruby is beautiful...There must be a song in there somewhere. God's blessing to the whole family. Hope to see you in NY's southern tier again sometime. Love the music and message

Jennifer August 21, 2007 • 04:49 PM

Hi. I have never been big on christian music for some reason, but I LOVE your conversations cd. My husband bought it and now I'm going to have to go get a copy to keep in my car as we both like it so much. The songs really speak to me. Thanks so much and congratulations on your newest member.

Dan Eller August 21, 2007 • 11:57 AM

Where can I get the lyrics to her songs?

Jerrilyn Woodard-Entrekin August 21, 2007 • 10:50 AM

Dear Sara- Your CD

mark lentine August 21, 2007 • 06:57 AM

Hello, I've ordered several products...and my daughter was very pleased. I just have one request I hope you can fulfill. Would it be possible to get Sara's autograph? My daughter would be thrilled. Our address info: Mark Lentine 2049 Barnsboro Road Apt. N-7 Blackwood, NJ. 08012 Daughter's name: Laura Thank You so much,

Melody Boersma-Brue August 20, 2007 • 06:37 PM

Hi Sara! Just this weekend we heard one of your songs on KTIS and I said to my husband,

Peter Sorensen August 20, 2007 • 02:15 AM

I so appreciate your music and lyrics, that connects to my everyday world. Could I have the honour of arranging a small tour for you in Denmark, going to churches and schools, also doing some songwriter inputs?

Ron James August 19, 2007 • 12:30 AM

Sara, I just heard your song

ayo August 18, 2007 • 06:56 PM

Hi sara :o) You are such an inspiration. I absolutely love your two albums add to the beauty and conversations. I have learned most of the songs on these two albums and I let them minister to me. I am so grateful to God for blessing you with such talent to proclaim God's love for humankind. I really love the metaphors you used in

Caleb again August 18, 2007 • 12:30 PM

Caleb August 18, 2007 • 12:23 PM

Congratulations on your new baby! Little Ruby is beautiful. :-) I'd like to thank you so much for the music you create. The Father has given you such an amazing talent, and it's incredible to see how you've used it for His glory. Your songs have meant a great deal to me over the past few years, I'm very grateful that you've shared your heart through music. Your song 'Why It Matters' is one of my favorites.

Becky Higg August 17, 2007 • 12:53 PM

PLEASE COME TO ENGLAND!!! x

Bill August 16, 2007 • 01:13 PM

Oh how wonderful to hear you worship the Lord in song. The lyrics are inspired and inspiring to this almost 60 year-old grandfather (and husband of 38 years!). Hope you find your way to South Carolina or nearby for a concert some day. Until then, I am waiting for Joshua to do a concert of your songs at church. God be praised!

Heather Eason August 15, 2007 • 03:41 AM

I'm SOOOOOO happy for the new songbook. Thank you. It's been years since I sat the piano and played. I can't wait to get this book. Your music has helped me through some rough patches in my life and that of my family's, the message you share of God's love is so refreshing. Blessings with your new CD and tour and we'd love to see you in the NW/Oregon.

M.H. August 14, 2007 • 12:45 AM

Hi Sara. Recently I lost a friend...my best friend, not to death, but she walked away from the Lord and all of us. It's been like a mourning period. After following all the steps about confronting her, taking another person, speaking to my pastor, I've had to release her and just continue to pray that one day she will repent and be reconciled to her Father in Heaven and friends who love her dearly. 'When It Was Over' makes me cry every time I hear it.

Shelly Olson August 13, 2007 • 12:21 PM

Hello Sara, I know you are a new busy mom. My best friend Kathleen is turning 40 years old and for the last year when we get together she has said Sara Grooves is going to be at my 40th birthday. She might be kidding but I thought I might as well try. I know this is a crazy question but is there anyway we could get a phone call from you on her birthday? Her party is August 25th and I know it would just make her day. I know it is a tall order. Right now we are working on a

mark August 12, 2007 • 03:57 AM

Dear Sara, Would it be possible to receive an autograph, or photo for my daughter? You're her favorite singer, songwriter, and her birthday is approaching. It would be the surprise of a lifetime. Thanks so much, Mark Alentine 2049 barnsboro Road Apt. N-7 Blackwood, NJ. 08012 daughter's name: Laura

Crista Lof August 11, 2007 • 07:17 PM

I forgot to include my hope that you guys will make it norht for some concerts - west would be best! :)

Crista Lof August 11, 2007 • 07:14 PM

I am so grateful for the new songbook and I can't wait to get my mitts on it! :) the new CD is also such a treat to anticipate. Thanks for the ridiculous amount of hard work that you all put into giving of your gifts - and congratulations on your beautiful baby...God is good.

Erin August 11, 2007 • 02:31 PM

Hi Sara, I was introduced to your music somewhere around 5 years ago, by a friend who said

Brett August 08, 2007 • 05:15 PM

HI SARA & FAMILY, I LOVE YOUR NEW ALBUM ADD TO THE BEAUTY. IF YOU ARE NEAR MORAVIAN COLLEGE IN BETHLEHEM, PA ON OCTOBER 2ND @ 4:30PM PLEASE VISIT US IN THE HUB. ;o) SOPHIA & I ARE GIVING A TALK ABOUT OUR NEW ART SHOW AND WE WOULD LOVE TO MEET YOU... WE DON'T GET AROUND TO EASY THOUGH... HOPEFULLY, IT WILL BE EASIER SOON. AT WHICH TIME, WE WILL COME TO ONE OF YOUR MUSIC SHOWS. NEVER STOP CREATING BEAUTIFUL MUSIC!!! GOD BLESS, BRETT & SOPHIA

Brett August 08, 2007 • 05:14 PM

HI SARA & FAMILY, I LOVE YOUR NEW ALBUM

Andrea Welter August 06, 2007 • 10:43 PM

Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful baby girl, Ruby! Congratulations to big brothers, Kirby and Toby and to your husband, too! We are all so happy for you and the new blessing and bundle of joy that God has brought to your lives! I think of you and your family often, as I listen to your CDs and so look forward to your new CD in Nov. I love your music! It is an inspiration to me and brings me true peace! Warmest Regards, Andrea Welter and family

Joy Needles August 06, 2007 • 05:38 PM

Hi Sara! Several years ago, I was in the car with my mother in law and we were listening to one of your songs. I was telling Debbie that she had to get your CD and showed her mine. That is when it hit her, that she grew up going to church in Missouri with your father! My husbands grandfather is Burt Pierce. Burt worked with your grandparents in the prison ministry and I believe that your Dad performed his funeral and even sang one of your songs at the funeral! I love your music and have performed some at our church. You have been an inspiration to me and find the words to describe how I am feeling when I can't. I feel somehow connected to you and your music and think that it is such a small world that our families have known eachother in the past. Congratulations to you and your family on the birth of your daughter. Keep writing music and singing for the Lord. You have been greatly gifted are living my dream! Joy Needles

Betchevy August 06, 2007 • 09:32 AM

Kaity W. August 06, 2007 • 09:03 AM

Hey! Congratulations on Ruby Cate, what a beautiful name! I heard it annouced on 20 the countdown magazine. I can't wait for your new album, I will definitely ask for it for Christmas!! Also, I hear Sara's father reads these, so I see you have made a cd also. I am looking forward to hearing that, too. I am looking into going to your concert in Charlotte, NC, even though it is a bit out of the way. (hint, hint- Raleigh, Winston Salem, Fayettville area :) I go to Bethel Church in Graham. Love ya!

Sven Chung August 06, 2007 • 08:11 AM

Hi Sara, Congratulations on the new edition to your ever growing family and on your music career. I know you wouldn't remember me from Evangel University I was one of the few Canadians attending there at the time anyways, but I was told about your success and because I didn't recognize the last name I thought this can't be the same Sara from Evangel. Anyways all to say that I have heard your music on our radio station here in Toronto, Ontario Canada and have been truly blessed. My God continue to use you for his service. God Bless

Amy August 06, 2007 • 01:32 AM

Sara- Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful baby girl. I love the name Ruby. We live out in the Pacific Northwest and have seen you in concert many times. We are hoping you make it back to this area soon! We are eagerly anticipating your new album. God Bless! And enjoy your expanding family.

Linda Y. August 05, 2007 • 03:58 PM

Sara, Your music always has the ability to lift me up beyond myself and see God's plan in my life. Whenever I'm down, I put on your music, and let it wash over me. It puts a smile on my face and a bounce in my step. I particularly like

Greg Sheryl August 05, 2007 • 02:31 AM

Sara, For some reason your website thinks that I am trying to send you an inappropriate message, or one with an e-mail address in it, even though neither one of these things is true. However, it has kept rejecting my messages because of this. I am now starting over, trying to send a totally different e-mail, hoping that it won't stop me. Congratulations on the birth of your new daughter Ruby, and I hope you and your family (including your dad) are all doing well. God bless you!

Diane Rabalais August 04, 2007 • 09:58 PM

Sara, I just wanted to say that I had listened to your songs and loved them espeically before I start the day ( that may not be the title but that is how I look at it) . I listen even more now. I am from Springfield, Mo, and my mother works at Field with your mother. I hear wonderful things about you, I also hear you on K love a lot, and how you support teen challenge. You truly are a sincere wonderful person. God Bless you and your family in every way.

Denver Steiner August 04, 2007 • 05:17 PM

Sara, your song Loving a Person has had special significance for my fiancee and I in our relationship. We would like to have a friend of our sing it at our wedding, but have been unable to track down any sheet music. Could you point us in a direction where we would be able to find that? Thank you. ~ Denver & Tara

Denver Steiner August 04, 2007 • 05:16 PM

Sara, your song

Charles Butts August 04, 2007 • 11:53 AM

Hi - our 7 member family is endlessly blessed by your ministry. We got to meet you in NewOrleans a few years ago at the WBSN (free!) concert. It really impacted my family to find you are exactly who you appear to be in your songs. I heard Calvin Seerveld on MBN this week say

Jennifer Baker August 03, 2007 • 10:51 PM

Hi Sara! Congratulations on the birth of your baby daughter Ruby! Wow!!! The funny thing is that she's born on the same day as my birthday! I feel honored! I actually have been singing your song

Josh August 03, 2007 • 10:07 PM

Little Ruby is beautiful!!! Congrats Sara!!!! Love and blessings, Joshua

Amy Meade August 03, 2007 • 10:02 PM

Sara, I first heard

Kelly August 03, 2007 • 12:24 PM

Congrats Groves Family! What A beautiful little Ruby! Love & Prayers , The Carter's

Rosario August 03, 2007 • 01:35 AM

Felicitaciones que Dios eterno y todopoderoso te bendiga y que con tu magnifica voz puedas exaltarlo siempre. amen. Rosario

Kristy McKinney August 02, 2007 • 10:34 PM

I am so appreciative of your use of God's word to be vulnerable about the human heart in your lyrics. Throughout most of my walk as a Believer your songs have been a

Kristy McKinney August 02, 2007 • 10:32 PM

I am so appreciative of your use of God's word to be vulnerable about the human heart in your lyrics. Throughout most of my walk as a Believer your songs have been a

Stacy Johannsen August 02, 2007 • 09:50 PM

Ruby Cate is beautiful. I am so happy for you guys! Make sure you take lots of video. Shane and I are in the process of dubbing our old camcorder tapes onto DVD. We have enjoyed watching the movies of when Katelyn and Kyle were babies. Time flies (they are in 3rd and 5th grade)!!! I'm looking forward to your new album in November. I'll be praying for you during your tour. Take care! Stacy Johannsen

sue nelson August 02, 2007 • 09:49 PM

sara, congratulations on your new arrival. enjoyed your interview on Family Life, with your husband. thanks for being real. hope you write a book someday, that tells the stories behind the songs. blessings, sue

Mary Gruse August 01, 2007 • 01:51 PM

We just want to say congratulatons to you both on your amazing new gift from God. She is absolutely beautiful, and I am so glad that you chose to share some photos of Ruby Cate with all of us. God bless you. We can't wait for your next visit to Green Bay. You know that you are loved here! Mary and Jeff

Marcy Groves August 01, 2007 • 02:31 AM

It was so weird... I was on facebook trying to find some family members and your name popped up for music and I started listening and now I can't stop! You have an amazing voice. Your songs have touched me in such a way I never imagined. God does such amazing things. From one Groves to Another God Bless

Christina July 31, 2007 • 10:53 PM

I can't tell you how much your music means to me! As I listen to it, I pray using the messages in your songs. Oh, how often I ponder my own lost Egypt or pray God will speak up for me. Your music makes me feel normal in my own daily struggles and helps me to express what I sometimes can not. Thank you for that. Congrats on the new addition to your family.

DeeDee July 31, 2007 • 10:28 PM

Thank You Sara for your beautiful music. I heard you on the radio yesterday and today on Family Life and thought about how much I enjoyed seeing you in Baltimore a few years ago. I hope you will be in this area again. Congratulations on your baby girl

Dave Hatch July 31, 2007 • 06:54 PM

Congratulations, Troy and Sara! Ruby is beautiful. Little girls own their daddies. Troy, you are all done. Blessings, guys. You have a lovely family.

Jamie Baker July 31, 2007 • 12:24 PM

Congratulations Groves family on your beautiful new addition. I know you are enjoying having a daughter and sister!

Hannah July 30, 2007 • 03:30 PM

Congrats on your beautiful new baby! Were you in Juneau, Alaska last summer by any chance? I could have swore I saw you at a little Mexican restaurant with your whole family...

ashley July 30, 2007 • 12:06 PM

hi sara u are a great singer and its great to know that you use your voice for the Lord!!! have a great summer... your friend, ashley

Cindy July 30, 2007 • 09:37 AM

God has truly blessed you, Sara! I looked at the pictures and can see the blessings! I see missions in your eyes and smiles. My husband and I are trying to get teams to The King's Ward in Texas. We do missions to Mexico from there. As we go to churches to spread the work being done, I have shared a part of your testimony about

Paul & Chris Krimsier July 30, 2007 • 06:43 AM

Congratulations on your new baby! Your pictures are fantastic--3! You two are so blessed. We remember you fondly from your stop in Virginia Beach at Kempsville Presbyterian Church. We have followed your career and we look forward to your new album release. What a year of creativity you have had! We do iPraise Radio in the mornings on WWIP-Fm 89.1, and of course, your music is often played. So beautiful...

Heather July 30, 2007 • 12:44 AM

I just wrote your agency...I'm trying to figure out what it will take to get you in my neck of the woods. Wouldn't you know it, a month after we moved you went to our old home town! That was one of a couple disappointments! But we're good here. Congrats on your new baby. I will say some prayers for you cause I know how it is. Thank you for using your gift to serve the Lord and bless others.

Angie Copolillo July 27, 2007 • 02:05 PM

Oh no! Only half of my message was displayed! I hope the rest isn't lost?

Angie Copolillo July 27, 2007 • 02:02 PM

Dear Sara, Thank you for bringing your beautiful music into my life. I have spent countless hours singing along in praise to my Saviour. I have cried to

Bethany July 26, 2007 • 08:22 PM

Hey Sara! Heard 2 new songs. What I have heard is great :) Hope to see you at the Provident office soon. It would be nice to see a fellow Minnesotan - my step dad used to work with Troy, so it would be great to see him too. Blessings! :) Bethany

kate dennis July 26, 2007 • 02:17 PM

hello Sara. I just returned home for Utah and the youth unlimited convention where my friend Valerie and I had the chance to meet your father in law. We had a nice lunch together talking about faith, family, and of course you. We learned about your new daughter and saw pictures of your kids. What a great grandpa! Later in the evening we were able to see your tour bus as well. He is so proud of all you do. We learned about your next tour and we are hoping to attend the concert in Crown Point, Indiana and maybe we will get the chance to see Madison again. We just wanted to share how thankful we are for all you do and for your music. Congrats on your new daughter. Kate and Val

Kristy July 24, 2007 • 09:51 PM

conversations

Kristy July 24, 2007 • 09:49 PM

Virginia, the song

Kristy July 24, 2007 • 09:47 PM

Viriginia,

Sarah July 24, 2007 • 04:50 PM

Congratulations on your new baby girl!! I'm very excited for you.

virginia July 22, 2007 • 11:11 PM

hi could you please tell me the name of the cd with going home on it? i was given that awhile ago and i dont know the name of the album. my grand daughters love that cd and it is all worn out. they are so wanting me to buy them a new one. they love the lord. they are 5 and 8. we sing it constantly in the car but the skipping is tooo bad. thanks for your wonderful inspiritational music.my girls love the song that says ''generations will reap what i sow''. thanks again virginia from wi

Paul Wehr July 22, 2007 • 02:54 PM

I am finding myself drawn back to your music these days. My favorite song of yours for a few years has been

Jim July 22, 2007 • 02:46 AM

Congratulations Sara best wishes to you and your family! You are in my prayers for God's continued blessing on your family. Can't wait to hear Kirby introduce Toby, who introduces Ruby Cates, who finally introduces Mommy Sara Groves! Please join us in the Sara Groves Yahoo Group. We would love to see some more pictures and hear about what's it's like to have a daughter after two boys. Thanks for your music and inspiration, Jim

karen July 20, 2007 • 12:45 PM

Congratulations Sara, Troy, Toby & Kirby on your new baby girl, Ruby Cate! Having a daughter is the best - I love the name (ours is called Eleanor Cate!). Lots of love and gratitude to you and your music, Karen

Ryan Smith July 20, 2007 • 10:29 AM

My wife and I just had our first baby a month ago, a son! My sister picked up your record 'Station Wagon' for us and we listened to it last night. It really moved us, we felt and experienced the words you were singing. Thank you for creating this, it is inspiring. It also just led us to feel even more grateful for this grand gift of God wrapped up in a little blanket before us. Many blessings. Ryan & Adriane

TERRY L GROVES July 20, 2007 • 03:24 AM

GOOD LUCK.

Jeremy Groves July 19, 2007 • 03:44 PM

I first noticed the last name and checked out your site. Curriosity led me to itunes and I am currently listening to your music. Wow! What an amazing voice! I'm going to purchase your CD for sure!!!! Jeremy Groves

Liz July 17, 2007 • 08:32 PM

I lost a very dear friend to breast cancer in February of 2007. She was just 40 and a wonderful mom, wife, friend, teacher, and Christian. I was asked to sing a song at her funeral and chose Going Home. Your message was heard by the hundereds attending the service to say good-bye to our friend, Shelly. Your music touched the hearts of many. The chance to share that message is a memory I will hold close to my heart always.

Amanda Gorsuch July 17, 2007 • 02:49 PM

I've been going through a really tough time, and I listened to your song, 'Generations.' It pulled me right out of my depression and reminded me that my decisions could effect others without my knowledge. I know that what I do today will change the future. I hope to change it for the better. I want to be the best servant that I can be. Thank you Sara.

Hannah Burke July 16, 2007 • 04:17 PM

Hiya just wanted to say ur music has got me thru some really hard times so thank you soo much god bless

Sarah Groves July 16, 2007 • 04:09 PM

I'm terribly sorry about the last message, I got carried away and it won't happen again. Your music is great :D

Sarah Groves July 16, 2007 • 04:06 PM

You stole my name, biatch. Change it by depole ... NOW I've read the 'about Sara' section and know where you live. Regards, Sarah Groves P.S What's with all the nappies?

Laura Wise July 16, 2007 • 02:28 PM

bennett July 16, 2007 • 01:22 PM

I just got back from Colorado. I have friends down in Littleton which is right by Denver. To my surprise I was asked to play the djembe with my brother our friend who's a pastor at the church, his wife my mom and another guy playing djembe. the message was about holy moments and the word. So we finished off with what esle

Josh July 15, 2007 • 10:53 PM

Hey Sara, I love your music.... It's amazing!!!

Joy July 15, 2007 • 09:15 PM

Every time I listen to your music... I hear something different. It can be the same song over and over.. It has always amazed me that Jesus knows what to speak and when I need to hear it. Thank you, for allowing God to use you to spread His love.....

JEn DiMaggio July 14, 2007 • 10:49 PM

Sara - so glad you had the opportunity to experience the beautiful people of Africa. My request: That you guys would put Past the Wishing on i tunes. Peace and all good, Jen DiMaggio

Kimberly July 14, 2007 • 05:56 PM

Dear Sara, God has really blessed my life through your music this past year! I am a missionary teacher in Japan, working at a small, Christian international school. This last year was really difficult as our school was termite-infested and a building had to be torn down. I also really struggled with feeling overwhelmed and lonely in serving God. The song 'He's always been faithful to me' has really touched my life. By the grace of God, and because of His faithfulness I was able to keep going. Thank you for being faithful in your ministry for Him! God bless, Kim Ayars

Jennifer Thomas July 14, 2007 • 03:20 PM

Dear Sara, I was introduced to your music by my dear friend, Tracy. We attended a wonderful Bible school in England called, Capernwray in 2000/2001. That place was an oasis in my journey. I made lifelong friends and also met the man who is now my husband (Matt). Tracy introduced me to

Kayra M. Medina July 14, 2007 • 12:46 PM

God has really used you to minister my life through your song!!! (I love

Keith Martinson July 13, 2007 • 12:05 AM

This is a test of the guestbook!

P@ Smith July 06, 2007 • 12:35 PM

He who sings once, prays twice. Thank you.

Greg McDonald July 03, 2007 • 10:46 AM

I am a musician and listen-play a great deal of music all the time. I keep returning back to your music again and again. The musicianship is top notch but the anointed message has helped me in my walk with Christ. I will leave in a few weeks for my third mission trip in southern India. We work at an orphanage and the song “Esther” means a great deal to me. Blessings on you, gmack

Mrs. Sara Gibson July 02, 2007 • 04:16 PM

My entire family loves your music. It is a gift from God to us. We are greatly encouraged by your transparency as we blast your tunes throughout our day. Bless you!

turyw July 01, 2007 • 11:19 AM

Yes. it is the best site. Thank's my friend for it.

Kim June 29, 2007 • 10:43 AM

Hi Sara and Co., Thank you so much for all that you do. Your song

Chris and Paul Krimsier June 28, 2007 • 07:34 AM

Sara, Paul and I met you when you performed at Kempsville Presbyterian Church. You were amazing and still are! Although I am still working at KPC, Paul and I now do a morning radio show called iPraise Radio on 89.1fm WWIP. Isn't it amazing what God does with a life yielded to HIM! We play your songs and remember you, your beautiful words and voice. Keep singing and taking good care of your family!

Taralah June 26, 2007 • 02:41 AM

Hey, I just wanted to let you know how much you bless me thru your music. I love all of your music, But I have to say

Bill June 24, 2007 • 04:30 PM

Sara, Is the Groves clan numbering 5 instead of 4 now? Sorry for being nosy. May God continue to bless you, your family, and your music (God's gift to us). Bill

Lauren June 21, 2007 • 02:24 PM

Sara! My dad let me borrow a cd of his, and the last song on there is

JC Hermier June 20, 2007 • 02:47 PM

Hello, I am not a Christian, but your song: conversations ended up on my desktop, I have no idea how. But I have to say I love it. And I get your point. Thanks for the repeated pleasure.

Kristin Szabo June 20, 2007 • 08:48 AM

Hi Sara, I first listened to your music while working for one of Canada's biggest Christian bookstores during my university years. Your lyrics are so real; they reach down into my soul and paint pictures of God that I've never thought of before. Thank you. The cried the whole way through your installment of Nomad. I then showed it to a friend of mine who was visiting me, and the church parking lot you were packing your bus in is the church she grew up in; we were both so challenged by the way your love for Christ and others turns into action. I will continue to share your music with others as a way of showing them what Jesus means....and what He would do if he had a bus after Hurricane Katrina! Thank you.

Jen June 19, 2007 • 09:34 AM

Hey Sara - just got hold of Conversations. Any chance of you touring in Sydney, Australia, this side of heaven?! We'd love to see you.

Grant June 19, 2007 • 01:44 AM

Sara, I have a special request. I work as a volunteer for the World Parrot Refuge (please Google this to find our site). We rescue parrots abused in one way and another - over 600 and more arriving daily... I am putting together a 10 minute video to use on our website, explaining the predicament and the mission... Can I use your song

Camy June 18, 2007 • 09:30 AM

Dear Sara, I just want to let you know how much your songs have ministered to me over the last several years. I went through a long valley with the ending of my 18 year marriage and spent a lot of time down on the beach near my home, walking, spending time with my forever friend Christ, and listening to your music. I felt like I had another friend a long as well as I was walking and listening to your music. Your words and thoughts so often are like my own only I don't have the gift of putting them into music like you do. I now have a new male friend, who does not know the Lord, but I have shared with him your CD's and through them, he is being drawn to you. Conversations remains a favorite for both of us. Thank you for sharing with us, your thoughts, your fears, your insights and love and music. You are truly a woman being used by God in so many ways...I will be praying that God will continue to bless you in your ministry and in your family.

travis vaad June 17, 2007 • 01:39 PM

Is there a way of connecting with your friend that is in the coffee busines?? Thankyou Your music is a blessing to my family.

Katie reider June 16, 2007 • 10:13 AM

Sara, I have been listening to 'Conversations

Kimiko June 15, 2007 • 04:28 PM

Hello, I also would like more details about the songbook that is for sale in your online store. What songs are included? Thanks.

Anna June 15, 2007 • 12:53 PM

Hi Sara, What's the name of the organization you mentioned during your concert that works towards rescuing modern day slaves worldwide? We are interested in supporting this ministry. Thank you for your music and all you do to bless, inspire, and encourage the family of Christ. In Him, Anna

Iyabo Congreaves June 15, 2007 • 04:11 AM

Hi Sara, Just wanted to stop by to say a big

Michele W June 14, 2007 • 07:06 AM

I'd been in counseling for most of 2 yrs when I heard your song Just Showed Up (you came to my church in KC in March 06 and I cried within 10 seconds of you opening your mouth) and read Waking the Dead. God gave me a breakthrough about the false self I was living from. Since then so often as I read the Word, I hear one of your songs and write your words in my journal. I'm 51 but I feel you are my kindred spirit. Thank you so much for your ministry.

Jamon and Malorie June 13, 2007 • 12:52 AM

Hey sara! just thought wed stop in to say hey! and to say we love u ur amazing and god bless!!!

Fred Goff June 12, 2007 • 03:57 PM

God bless you and your family in the name of Jesus Christ. Thank you for sharing your life through your music with us. Anything we can do to help each other look unto Jesus makes the whole world better and your songs do this, thanks again!

Jan June 11, 2007 • 09:18 PM

Dear Sara, You were an inspiration that lead my daughter to seek Jesus as Lord and Savior. Please dont ever take Jesus out of your music! It's all about Him anyway isnt it! In Christ alone Jan

kelly mc kree June 08, 2007 • 12:02 PM

hi sara. i hope that u personally read this, if not then i hope it is told to you. i just wanted to let you know how your music has sincerly touched my heart. you see, i just got baptized last month, so i am new to this, but in january i saw and heard u on the hour of power and i fell in love with how real your music is. i love

drew/lauren turner June 07, 2007 • 02:59 PM

Sara, your songs are beautiful, and the love of jesus, and the way you reflect your relationship with the Lord. I pray for your success, keeping your eyes on Jesus, amen, Do you sell soundtrack? I love conversations. Lauren, sister in christ

Cyrille June 07, 2007 • 01:42 AM

Hi sara,I just wanted to say that i hear one of your song for the first time on WMCU,florida..gosh i cry and cry and cry again.listenning to your song''you are the sun

charlotte June 07, 2007 • 12:30 AM

Sara, I just want you to know that Jesus has used your music to bring my boyfriend and me together in humble recognition of our need for our Lord Jesus and for each other. I actually was not a fan of your music until you visited Covenant College as part of the Neal Conference in 2006. I was one of the students organizing the event, and in thanks our sponsor gave each of us your

Susan Isaacs June 06, 2007 • 04:03 PM

Hi Sara. I traveled through a dark night of the soul not long ago. I was so jaded and disillusioned with Christianity, and I've been once since I was four. I'm 45 now. I didn't think I could recover. But I did. Your music has really touched me. Thank you!

Michelle June 06, 2007 • 03:22 PM

Thank you for blessing my life and my family with your amazing gift. I am a homemaker, wife of 9 years, and mommy of 4 beautiful children ages 8,7,5,and 2. My married life and mothering has been and continually is encouraged by your songs. I love to sing your lyrics while I bless my family with the work of my hands. May the Lord keep you until that Glorious day when we will be with Him forever and ever.

Lauren June 03, 2007 • 05:14 PM

Could you tell me what songs are in the songbook? I absolutely love your music and would love to share some of it in worship at our church. Thanks!

Beth Nelson June 03, 2007 • 02:25 PM

Hi Sara's Dad: (she says you are the one who reads these) My name is Beth and Sara's music has touched my life in amazing ways. Her music has had a definite impact on my walk with the Lord as she expresses my heart in ways I cannot (especially since I can't sing!) I am getting married on July 7th of this year. Its a second marriage for both of us after failed first marriages to spouses who did not walk with the Lord. (not to sound critical but its hard to be married to a crack addict) Anway. Is the only way to get the sheet music to

Jenny May 31, 2007 • 10:50 AM

Sara, just wanted you to know how much I love your Conversations c.d. My husband gave it to me as a gift before we were married, and now four years and two kids later I still love it. We used the song

Janet May 30, 2007 • 07:49 PM

Joy, thank you, thank you. I am ordering the song book right now. You are a answer to a prayer. Again, thanks!!

Joy May 30, 2007 • 01:15 PM

---to Janet and Annette who have asked--- All 13 songs from the COnversations CD are included in the new Songbook. It is available now and more information regarding the 40 songs that are in this Songbook will be online soon. Joy

Scott May 29, 2007 • 05:18 PM

Scott May 29, 2007 • 05:17 PM

Sara, My wife and I got married almost a year ago, she walked down the isle to your song

Mike May 27, 2007 • 09:38 PM

It's gonna be alright is keeping me alive. It's keeping me alive. keep going sara go go go go .

Mike Faulkner May 27, 2007 • 07:05 PM

thanks for the encouragement.

Mike Faulkner May 27, 2007 • 07:00 PM

Sara you're so d*** good.. ;) thankyou thankyou thankyou.

Amber Alex May 27, 2007 • 01:14 AM

Hi Sara, We live in Las Vegas, NV and would love to see you in concert sometime, there are many churches that would love to have you. Hopefully you can made a stop in Vegas. You do have many fans! Thank you for dedication and beautiful spirit!

Melissa Wingfield May 26, 2007 • 06:13 PM

This is the first time I have been to your website. I just wanted to say that your music has had an impact and been helpful to me in my Christian walk. God Bless you.

Annette Duffy May 24, 2007 • 09:30 PM

I have been looking for the piano book for the songs from Conversations but no luck. What are the songs included in the Sara Groves songbook in your store?

Peter Mischak May 23, 2007 • 05:21 PM

I heard a song on a Christian radio station with the words

Shayne May 23, 2007 • 04:32 PM

Sara, This spring Add To The Beauty has saved my life. It is what relit the fire of the Spirit within me which is my very life. When my mind wanted to pull me back to old, destructive thoughts I played this CD over and over and over. I still do. What a beautiful thing you and your team created. There is great power in this little CD! I am a stay at home mom with three kids, with a MA in theology, living in the center of evangelicalism in the midwest yet I was dying from depression inside. No words can express the mystery of the Holy Spirit and His moving through your songs so that today I am telling a Better Story!

Jamie Rosheim May 23, 2007 • 12:49 PM

Hi Sara, You've been on my heart for the past few days and so by a step of faith I write this. As you hear all the time, and true for me as well; I've been greatly impacted by the gifts the Lord has given you. As a jr at UW-Stout I learned (7 yrs for my BS!) what it was to walk with the Lord and did so musically through your words the most. I've been with Campus Crusade for Christ for the past 2 years; working with the international students and scholars. I've been in Denver for the past 10 months, but asked myself a poinent question last week.

Joy May 23, 2007 • 10:36 AM

Just a note to Janet who asked, the new

Joseph Cresswell May 22, 2007 • 01:54 PM

Thsnks for giving me great, uplifting songs to sing along to on the way to work! You are always in my CD changer! God bless you and your ministry Sarah. Joe. P.s. England loves you!

Kelli Brownlee May 20, 2007 • 09:03 PM

For months now, your music has been the soundtrack of my life as I dive deeper into the Word of God and allow Him to change, purify, and restore me. You have an amazing gift, and you're in my prayers. God Bless you and your family!

Liz May 20, 2007 • 08:56 PM

Hey Sara... not sure who, if anyone, reads these entries but I wanted to share a sweet story with you. My husband and I have been fans of your music for a quite a while now. When I attended my first Hearts at Home conference in Lansing, MI last Fall I was tickled to be able to hear you sing and meet you briefly. I bought Add to the Beauty and you autographed for my husband. Anyway, our daughter, Grace, who is turning five later this month loves your music also. In fact, you are the only musical artist she knows by name and she can recongnize your music. One day one of your songs came on the radio, but it's one I wasn't too familiar with (at least the opening bars of music) and I turned to my four-year old daughter and asked her if it was Sara Groves. Of course, she knew it was you for sure! A few minutes later she asked if I would call Sara Groves to see if she could babysit sometime. I explained that Sara is a grown-up lady with kids of her own and Grace thought it would be fine if you brought your kids with you to babysit her. I could not end the conversation until I promised her I would think about it. So... if you're ever in the Grand Rapids, MI area and would like to babysit, please keep us in mind. :-) Love your music -- it's lifted me though many tough days. We pray for you, Liz and family

danny James Cousins May 19, 2007 • 09:45 PM

hey' Sara Im a big fan of FM103.2 I was Lisoning to your song AND I love it so much danny

Janet May 18, 2007 • 10:31 PM

Hi Sara, Love your music. It touches my soul. Please, please tell me where can I get songbook for your cd, Conversations. I am singing for a Christian Youth benefit for my church, and would so love to share your wonderful music with all who attend. You truly are blessed by God. yours in Christ, Janet

Laurie May 18, 2007 • 10:07 PM

Sara, when I was going through serious marital problems, your music kept me sane, safe . . . saved even. Your music was my one tie to Jesus for quite a while, and through you, God whispered to me, warmed my tired old soul, and gave me little glimmers of hope. I'm grateful. Keep writing.

Amber May 18, 2007 • 10:06 PM

Sara, just thought you might enjoy knowing that my three-year-old daughter requests your music in the car!! she especially likes your song Love Wash Over and The Word! I must say my sweet little girl has great taste in music! My husband and I appreciate your music so much! Press on, sister!

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Mike Harper May 18, 2007 • 04:49 AM

Nice to meet you and Troy at GMA! Your songs have touched my life in a deep and profound way. Many thanks, and hope to see you on the road soon. (Maybe even at a Paul Simon concert!) Mike Harper 89.5 KVNE Tyler, Texas

renette May 18, 2007 • 03:51 AM

^ ^ thank you for your music, sara :D hope much of your music would be heard in the philippines, god bless :D

Kaity W. May 17, 2007 • 06:52 PM

WOW! I just finished watching your Nomad DVD. It is so incredible. My family loved it as well. We laughed and cried both. Toby and Kirby are so cute! I just wanted to let you know that I am your all time biggest fan! I hope you will do a concert in North Carolina, Raleigh or Greensboro. :) goodbye

Chris Smith May 16, 2007 • 11:55 PM

I was new to Texas in April of 2006, lonely, working very long hours, in need of worship time, and missing my family who had not joined me here yet. My boss asked me if I wanted to go see you perform on a Sunday evening at a church in Red Oak, just south of Dallas, so I went along. I had the opportunity to speak with you for half a minute after the service, and you were so gracious. Your music is very calming. Thank you for what you do.

Dorothy Wilhelm May 16, 2007 • 11:13 PM

Oh Sara - I knew you when you were a little girl in Vineland. Your grandfather was my first pastor and your parents were my first mentors in Christ. What a joy to see and hear how you have grown as a disciple, musician, mother, poet. God bless your family and ministry, and I hope your tour brings you soon back to NJ.

Chris Foster May 16, 2007 • 08:17 PM

I was first introduced into your music by my tennis Coach, Jan Irwin, years ago when I was maybe 11 years old. As I have grown these last few years (I am now 18) your music has really moved me. I encourage you to keep producing Christ-filled from the heart music that helps ordinary people follow God's example. Yours, in faith. Chris Foster

maddie groves May 14, 2007 • 06:53 PM

hey this is maddie, so, my mom wants me to write a song for my Oma, for her surprise party. and i was wondering if you could help me with it and if i could use ur recording studio that's in ur house. write back to lisa's email. thanx, xoxomaddiexoxo

Tiffany Gear May 14, 2007 • 04:52 PM

Sara- Right now I have your song, 'He's always been faithful' playing. I'm grieving as my husband and I were supposed to have been bringing our baby girl home today. We were adopting an infant and the birth mom changed her mind- all this after seven years of infertility. I'm struggling today, and this song is both breaking and mending my heart. I will cling to the message of God's faithfulness- He will be again. Encouraged by your gift, with gratitude, Tiffany

raina May 14, 2007 • 01:04 PM

we LOVEd your show and we love you!

Katrina Stutzman May 11, 2007 • 10:12 AM

Your songs and music have been such a blessing to me. I was introduced to your music a year ago shortly after my husband and I seperated. A dear friend gave me ADD to the Beauty. At the time I wondered if you had gone through a similiar experience becuase your music was so right on and it spoke to me in such powerful ways.Then soon after I read the article in Today' s Christitan Woman about you which was interesting and informative. Anyway, this past Sunday night I sat in Family Worship Center in PA and while I sat and listened often with tears--I was grateful I was sitting next to my husband in the concert, God is Good. I, too, could sing,

Dona May 09, 2007 • 09:22 AM

I just wanted you to know that after listening for years to the song 'Generations', my husband of 23 years left. The concept of that song had been so deeply ingrained in my spirit, that it was easy to hear the voice of God tell me that I was not hard to stand for the healing and restoration of my marriage. We are now into a divorce that was initiated by my prodigal husband, who we have seen and heard from very little in two years. Nonetheless, I know there is a day when we will be restored, because God's promises are true. A quick mention, my daughter graduated from Evangel last Friday. She was a student of your dad's. Thanks for your impact on others.

Tricia May 07, 2007 • 10:06 PM

Hi! I love your music and am definitely inspired by it! I saw that you have a songbook of 40 songs for sale, but there is no list of what songs are in the book. Is there any way to get a list of what's in the book? Thanks!

ralphina May 07, 2007 • 04:16 PM

i just want to say i do not have a cd of yours will mine sanding me one please.but my friend told me about u.i love u.keep up the good work

Terry Baylor May 07, 2007 • 08:53 AM

Hello Sara, your songs are fueled with the love of Christ. They promote a healing and I am glad that you are in the Kingdom of God. We need psalmists who declare all that Christ is capable of doing in our lives. I thank God for your ministry. God Bless.

Joy May 05, 2007 • 08:00 PM

The new Songbook, The Songs of Sara Groves, is now available on the Internet. It isn't pictured yet, but it is the first item on the list of CDs when you go to order something. The book contains 40 sings from 6 Albums, is 293 pages long and has the music for piano and guitar. Thank you, Sara! Joy

Duke White May 05, 2007 • 07:54 AM

Hello my name is Duke White with Child of God Ministries and Rejoice 100.9 fm. I would love to conduct an interview with Sara Groves on the Nations number 1 Gospel Radio Station. We believe that Sara is a blessing to Christians of all cultures and Back Grounds. We desire to unite the Christ Body on our broadcas 1866-7726370 t please contact us as soon as possible

Jennifer May 04, 2007 • 09:31 PM

Hi, a very dear friend of mine gave me your Conversations album a few years ago, and honestly I didn't like it at first. It's funny though, because a few months later I found the CD, put it in and fell in love with it. It fit my life so perfectly at the time. Now I have all of your CD's, I think. My husband and I have been blessed by your honesty, creativity, and your true understanding of the love of God. Just know that you have blessed our lives! May God Bless You and Keep You!

Dave Giles May 03, 2007 • 06:36 AM

I am reaching out again to see if there is any option for obtaining the music book for

Mike Frost May 02, 2007 • 04:44 PM

Sara, Just saw that you'll be here in PA this weekend and wish we could be there, but . . . alas . . . it just isn't to be. It's going on two years since the Tamaqua show on the tour with Fernando and Bebo that Zion's Stone Church, our congregation, hosted. Ginny and I will always treasure the memory of you and the boys visiting the church so you could bake your son's birthday cake. Wasn't that fun?! Hopefully there will be away for us to bring you back to this area in the near future.

Jeff May 01, 2007 • 02:18 PM

It's been a while since I've listened to your music... I found a download on the Relevant Mag. website. I thought your song was a great selection... the

Jennifer W. April 29, 2007 • 11:43 PM

I met you at Praise in the Rockies a few years ago. I'll never forget the advice you gave me when I asked you how I could get started as a songwriter and still be a wife and mom...You said,

Katie Weber April 28, 2007 • 10:41 PM

Sara, I have been so encouraged by your realness and your ability to articulate it through your lyrics. You truly display such insight into the human heart -- both the beauty of it and the dark caverns of it. Thanks so much for being faithful to His call on your life and for keeping it real. I continue to be blessed and uplifted through your music.

Sharon April 28, 2007 • 09:56 PM

Hi Sara, I am a new listener. I was just on a women's retreat where one of the speakers played

Kaity W. April 28, 2007 • 07:18 PM

I am 13 and I listen to your music so often that I have memorized most of the lyrics. My cousin Erica got me hooked on your music! I have many favorites. I live in North Carolina where my dad is a pastor at the church we go to. You are a great blessing during the hard times of my young life!! My message above was actually made to go after this one, but the first didn't send. farewell

Kaity W. April 28, 2007 • 07:11 PM

I have always wanted to meet you. I haven't seen any concerts in my area yet. Well, I just wanted to let you know that you have had a major impact on my life, even though you don't even know me! If there is any way you could keep in touch with me, that would be great! goodbye

Stacy Trimble April 28, 2007 • 09:13 AM

Hi Sara, Its been about 4 yrs or so I have been listening to your music.I have all your albums.Your music is beautiful and your voice.Very inspiring.I have had a desire to sing and write since I was a small child.I am 35 almost 36 & hope to do that someday.Your music takes me to a very special and serene place where God is.I thank you and bless God for allowing you to share your talent with us and its very encouraging.God bless and keep you always Sara!!

Dave Giles April 23, 2007 • 10:12 PM

I am trying to find the songbook for Conversations, but it appears to be out of print. I hope I can be directed to where I can purchase it, as I have exhausted my internet search to no avail. Can I get any advice? Thank you for the music!

Meg Roberts April 23, 2007 • 05:17 PM

Sara, you have a beautiful voice! I am only 13 years old, and when i first heard you at the age of 9 you inspired me to be a missionary in Africa! I still want to an hopefully will be able to pursue my dreams! Thanks!

Ed Stipp April 22, 2007 • 07:16 AM

Cannot get any email through to you, Sara (about your interest in human trafficing).......If you can pull them up, please read....thank you.

Linda Stanton April 21, 2007 • 02:21 PM

Sara, a friend just loaned me your cd Add to the Beauty, and I am deeply moved & lifted by your songwriting & music! It's been a long time since i've been this enraptured by an artist's music - THANK YOU for adding to the beauty - of my life, my faith, even my self-love&forgiveness. You are a bright beacon of inspiration - keep living all that you are, girl! Linda

Nicola April 21, 2007 • 10:37 AM

you rock

Rachael Alt April 20, 2007 • 07:46 PM

I love your music. It draws me closer to God and helps draw the ones that are close to me to God. Wish you, Troy and your family the blessings of God.

Barb Johnson April 19, 2007 • 08:05 PM

Sara, The only CD I have of yours is

Barb Johnson April 19, 2007 • 08:02 PM

Sara, The only CD I have of yours is

Skip Collins April 14, 2007 • 12:19 PM

When God give us words to write let us all Sing the words he has given to us right back to him through his son. I had to write this down to you. cause it recently dwelled in me to give to you Mrs Groves. I hope to get a CD of you and your music. I play guitar and piano and sing in a church choir. And if I'm somewhere else besides choir, such as home or on a bus or out in the open, I will sing. I started playing solo recently at our local library And hope to continue with it for the remaining of the year and on and on and on. to end this, I say to you never stop singing.

melissa April 13, 2007 • 02:18 PM

Thank you for awesome music. I live at a ministry in Titusville Florida that caters to women and children who are in abusive relationships or drug and alcohol addiction. we listen to your music and can really relate to your songs. God bless you Melissa 321-383-3168

terri nderitu April 12, 2007 • 08:08 AM

Hi Sarah, thank you for being responsive to God’s call to add life and beauty to all around us. You cd, add to the beauty has been a seminal piece in my life this year and has brought such conviction and strength at a much-needed time. Every song, bar ‘to the moon’ which is so cutely absurd and a great laugh, speaks so strongly and so directly. May God shine on you and your work. You are loved! Terri

becks April 12, 2007 • 06:32 AM

PLEASE COME AND PLAY IN ENGLAND!!!! X

Tenny Calhoun April 10, 2007 • 03:39 PM

oops! my last message was too long. Anyway, Sara, I would like to name the summer series

Tenny Calhoun April 10, 2007 • 03:36 PM

Sara, I heard you last summer in California, at Peninsula Convenant Church when it was sweltering hot and I was 8 months pregnant! Despite that, it was a wonderful, touching, moving concert. I was touched by how you ARE adding to the beauty by how you have reached out in Louisiana and Africa. There is a summer women's ministry that I am a part of. We have 4-6 evening gatherings at our church where we have dinner, 1-2 women share their life stories (and God's work in them). This summer, I would like to name the series after your song and album

Alberto Vuijk April 10, 2007 • 12:03 PM

Hello Sara, Your music really inspires me. God bless you! Alberto

Chelsey Larsen April 09, 2007 • 10:07 PM

Sara- All of your music is great! You inspire me more and more each day! blessings Chelsey

Sammy Wanyonyi April 09, 2007 • 01:52 AM

Your music is always fresh and inspiring. Jesus is indeed Risen!

Sarah Groves April 08, 2007 • 09:37 PM

HAPPY EASTER! Christ the Lord has risen! He has defeated all evil that we may live forever in paradise! Praise be to the Lord. have a wonderful spring, Sarah Groves

Ryan Webster April 07, 2007 • 11:48 PM

Sara, Thanks for inspiring old Evangel friends! You truly sing to the heart of God.

Olyvia Adams April 07, 2007 • 01:28 PM

Dear Sara, the first CD i ever listened to of yours was Add to the Beauty and it was amazing!! especially your title track. it really touched me-great job and i love your other music

Jeff C April 07, 2007 • 08:45 AM

Are you sure in Loving a Person that you meant to say

Angela April 04, 2007 • 03:13 PM

I've thought of writing you many times, but words would fail to express the debt of gratitude I have to you. God has used your music to help pull me through some of the deepest, darkest moments of my life. I've told many friends

Vanessa April 04, 2007 • 10:13 AM

Hi, love your music & I look forward to each new project you do. I sing & play the guitar & your songs help me share my heart in a way I can't write myself. I'm having trouble finding a songbook for your new CD

Matt April 03, 2007 • 05:04 PM

Any word on a new album/tour? We'd love to hear some news about what's happening!

david fertig April 02, 2007 • 08:28 AM

hello again i know you are terribly busy but, do you plan a dvd soon? hopefully widescreen and 5.1 audio. when i look at bands like u2 and such i have to ask where is sarah groves, jars of clay, david crowder, etc. i share my concerts with a lot of unsaved friends at my home on a 200 inch projection screen. we talk and they leave. i only have your rwanda project and would love to show them more. maybe a dvd with widescreen concert, some videos, and bios. this is the stuff we look at. keep up the good work! your music is such an inspiration. god bless you david

Jonathan April 01, 2007 • 06:18 PM

Haha. I give up. But just to say that you've got a growing fan base way out here in South Africa. :)

Jonathan April 01, 2007 • 06:16 PM

Oops. Seems my previous message got cut off. Sara's most definitely my favourite music artist at the moment. The lyrics often have a lot of meat, but whilst

Jonathan April 01, 2007 • 06:10 PM

Definitely my favourite music artist at the moment. The lyrics are sometimes very profound, and whilst

Shirl March 31, 2007 • 03:29 AM

Hi Sara, First of all. You keep on singing to the world and to Jesus. You are wonderf. Sara I listen to KFNW in Fargo ND and that is where I first heard you wonderful voice. I work at a thrift store and there was a CD of yours Conversations. It was brand new and not pleyed. I was so excited i couldn't wait to get off work and listen to it. I even have you album on my Ipod so i listen to all you the time. Well God Bless and keep up the good work you are doing. Sister in Christ, Shirl

Kristen March 30, 2007 • 03:56 PM

also, is ther any way I can buy sheet music for your songs? thanks :)

Kristen March 30, 2007 • 03:53 PM

Sara, Me and my friend Katie were asked to sing at her parents 25th wedding anniverasry a few weeks ago. Her mom ( as well as me and Katie ) love your music so we were going to do ' Loving a person', ' All I need', or 'Fly'. We ended up doing ' You have been so good' because we couldn't find the others anywhere. I said all that to say... that during one of our failed attempts as trying to figure out the chords on the piano by ear I just stopped playing and said ' Let's just call sara and ask her what the chords are!' Katie started laughing and was like, ' as crazy as that sounds I feel like I know her well enough to do that.' So thank you for being an artist that isn't 'untouchable'. Thank you for being real. But most importantly thank you for sharing your heart and the things God talks to you about. The world needs more people just like you. Kristen

steve bruenger March 27, 2007 • 11:58 PM

may god continue to richly bless you and your family sara. i have attended one of your concerts at evange university and was very blessed to talk to you afterwords. god has given you a great gift in your music and i pray that he will continue to use you as he has so far in your young life. i live in kansas city right now taking care of my mother and step father who has alheimers and would love to see you again in concert. god bless steve

Sarah Groves March 27, 2007 • 03:36 PM

Sara--- did you ever think you would hear of someone with the same name as you? crazy i know. when you first became popular my mom got me your cd, mainly for humor. But in the end i ended up loving your songs and your voice. Thanks for sharing your faith and giving encouragement to other believers in the world. I enjoy your music alot! In Christ----Sarah Groves p.s. what's your middle name??

Mike March 27, 2007 • 08:40 AM

Hi Troy and Sara, I tried to send a note but it wouldn't go thru for some reason.

Mike March 27, 2007 • 08:37 AM

Abbie March 26, 2007 • 10:38 PM

I just watched the NOMAD dvd...so, so beautiful! Thanks, soccer mom, for letting us take a peek at your experiences. I get the feeling that right now, in my life, something's changing.

stephanie March 26, 2007 • 10:24 AM

thank you

Christina T March 22, 2007 • 06:43 PM

Sara, I just heard a song from you

claribel March 21, 2007 • 08:45 PM

Just wanted to drop a line to say I still love your music. My all time favorite is All Right Here, it describes my life. Thanks may God continue to bless you. Please do not deprive us of your beautiful gifts of music and poetry!

Christopher T March 19, 2007 • 12:15 PM

Sara, My wife and I have been listenning to your music since we first heard it on our local Christian station four years ago. You have been the source of much inspiration for us as we join in your journey of a Christian marriage and raising faithful kids. Your music is always there for us when we need a little help refocusing on what is truly important. Thank you for bringing us closer to Christ, Chris and Jen

Reid Swetland March 19, 2007 • 09:58 AM

We were intruduced to her music while visiting friends in VT. Loved Station Wagon, came home and ordered it. Honest, authentic, quirky. Great art.

Abbie C. March 19, 2007 • 12:33 AM

Sara Groves!! You're gorgeous and I love your music!

Stephanie Watkins March 18, 2007 • 05:32 PM

My name is Stephanie Watkins and I'm part of a worship team in Crested Butte, Colorado. I listen to your CD's all the time, and they hold great uplifting meaning especially since my oldest son, Asher, died this past January in a skiing accident. I'd love to play your songs at church, but can't find sheet music anywhere!! Do you have any suggestions? Many thanks.....God Bless You, Stephanie

lydia March 17, 2007 • 11:49 PM

i love your music. It relates to me spiritually . your lyrics touch me deeply. One of your songs from Past the Wishing, about God's peace, grace and love is one that speaks to my heart. I appreciate your songs that simply sing of real things and a real God who can meet our needs. Thanks for how you are letting God use you. You are touching numerous hearts for the Lord.

John March 16, 2007 • 06:19 PM

Wow, you actually sing honest songs. Who said you could do that? :-) (kidding ) You touch souls with truth is never without mercy in the Lord!! Be blessed and keep the dance!

Carolyn March 16, 2007 • 12:22 PM

The songs are

Carolyn March 16, 2007 • 12:20 PM

Sara - Gordon Kennedy just sent me two of your songs that he thought would be uplifing for me at a most troubling time in my life.

Carolyn March 16, 2007 • 12:18 PM

Sara - Gordon Kennedy just sent me two of your songs that he thought would be uplifing for me at a most troubling time in my life.

Lynn March 15, 2007 • 02:40 PM

PLEASE CONSIDER performing at a future Woman of Faith conference in Chicago, Illinois. !!! We love all that you do Sara !!

Aimée Rank March 15, 2007 • 10:26 AM

I have just begun listening to your music and am thoroughly enjoying

Vini (speak Veenee) March 14, 2007 • 09:57 PM

Hello ... I'm From Brazil... my english is horrible... hahaha!!! but I could not leave for another day… I have that to write now... I knew you through a friend... in July of the last year ...I only have album “CONVERSATIONS”... since the day where I heard… I hear almost every day until today ...I am writing hearing the 30 seconds of “Stir My Heart”, here in the site…, never had heard… Oh my God... as this is pretty… heard these 30 seconds today the day all… !!!!!!!!! I showed for much people your work… all I had been frightened, as, with everything, the unction, the favour, the peace, your pretty voice, the good incredible musical taste… feeling... and I wanted much that you came here in Brazil, to show your wonderful work for all here!!! Thank You for All! Everything what you makes for Jesus… moves excessively with me… it makes I to pray hearing your musics… makes me to grow for Jesus… God Blessed You!!! Your Big fan... Vini

John March 14, 2007 • 04:27 PM

Wow. Sara, you are so butifal... i love you Sara. Good luck. With love from Russia

Kristi O March 14, 2007 • 01:32 PM

This morning when I turned on the car, your song

obie Harrup III March 13, 2007 • 03:16 PM

Hey! A voice from your DISTANT past! --- Obie-Wan I'm working at Global University now and one of the things we do is a employee spotlight every week to help everyone get to know each other. This week's recipient is a gal named Carmen Burgess. In her profile she lists you as her heroine/inspiration. It is certainly reflected in her music. Your ministry touches so many! My wife had opportunity to hear you and you husband minister at the James River Women's group and was very touched with your sincerity. I told you'd always been that way. Well -- Blessings to you and your husband as you continue to minister to so many! Obie Harrup III

Dr. Charlie Self March 13, 2007 • 03:00 PM

It has been a delight to pray for you since we heard you with Michael Card in San Jose and you came to Bethel a few years ago. We are grateful for your evocative words and faithfulness to Christ. Please know that we appreciate every effort you are making!

Melanie Reyes March 12, 2007 • 07:43 PM

Thank you Sara your work continues to inspire me. I just wanted to add that, what you said is true you did email back everyone at the beginning of your ministry. I saw you play at Georgetown University back in 98 or 99, a quiet room in a beautiful building with 20 to 30 people at most. You met me afterwards and I shared about helping with a high school ministry band. A few weeks later I was traveling to MN to see a friend and you even invited me to your home to share with me some music for the youth. It spoke to me deeply Now I mother of three I can't imagine all the pressures you have. Thank you for being so kind, opening your life and heart for all to hear.

Char. March 12, 2007 • 05:00 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted you to know..I saw you live at Menlo Presbyterian Church (one of my favorite places) yesterday..you were absolutely amazing!! I love your voice..your message and the beautiful piano! Thank you for sharing yourself with us here in the Bay Area. You are absolutely beautiful!!

John Baum March 12, 2007 • 03:44 PM

I searched your website for a 'webmaster' contact address and found none. Is this intentional? How do you learn about problems with the website if there is no address or form on which to submit them?

cheri March 12, 2007 • 01:24 PM

Hey Sara I heard you on our local christian radio one day but did not know much about you. Then I heard you sing on Crystal Cathedral.... what a blessing! My hubby and I are expecting our first miracle from heaven. May God's blesses flow over your family and your new miracle soon to be born. Children are indeed a gift from God. I truly believe that we are raising

John & Mary March 11, 2007 • 09:24 PM

We went and saw The Ultimate Gift Today, thoroughly enjoyed it... Came home and thanks to Lloyd viewed the Hour of Power. Congratulations and Gods Blessings, especially what you shared about your future blessings. Oh, and Congratulations and Blessings to you Dwight as well.

Rodger D Free March 11, 2007 • 08:48 PM

Sara Heard your song at Crystal cathedral On 3-11-2007 and Loved it!!! RDF

Shelah Ferreira March 10, 2007 • 11:58 PM

Sara, When you came to sing and speak at Moody at the end of last year I was incredibly touched by the simplicity and beauty of your love for the Lord. I am in grad school, and in those lonely times in my dorm room when I'm wondering what all this is for, I listen to your cd and I'm reminded that it really is all going to be ok. God is good. He is faithful and He loves me. I am reminded of this through your music. Thank you for singing the songs of my First Love. He ministers through you - I pray He will do so in even mightier ways. God Bless Shay

John March 10, 2007 • 11:15 PM

Sara, thank you for singing

Brenda March 08, 2007 • 08:49 PM

Thank you so much for songs that really touch the heart and convict the soul. I love the musical variety of your songs but the message of each one is what really touches my heart and reminds me what is really important and where my focus should be. May God continue to bless you with new vision and new focus. Thank you for letting Him use you!!

Kristen Aggers March 08, 2007 • 04:16 PM

Hello, Sara. Just wanted to join other listeners and voice a

Lacy Hix March 08, 2007 • 03:19 PM

...Awakening. it's pretty much exactly my salvation experience. anyways, i have tried finding the chords to your song online, but it has been to no avail. would you mind sending me the chords so that i can play and sing it myself at church? thanks so much! keep ministering to people through song and God's word, you do a wonderful job with the gift God's given you!

Lacy Hix March 08, 2007 • 03:18 PM

hi sara! just so you know (and for a little encouragement), you are my role model as an aspiring musician (if i ever take my music anywhere, that is). your music has touched my life in so many ways, sometimes i wonder if we're sisters we think the same way on so much. there is one song of yours on one of your first albums called

Phyllis Crews March 08, 2007 • 12:49 AM

Thank you Sara for songs that touch the soul and reveal God's love and mercy.

Tim w March 06, 2007 • 07:08 PM

I'm an ex-pastor, being divorced by my wife of 20 years. There are countless other struggles and pains, financial, career, etc. Suffice to say it's been a hard year, the hardest year I've ever had in Christ. As a former worship leader and jazz pianist, I want to thank you for your music, your insightful songwriting, and for pointing me back to Jesus when I felt everything was lost. I hope someday we'll meet, but if not, until glory, Thanks, Tim Wat

Tim W March 06, 2007 • 07:04 PM

I just wanted to thank you, and let you know that God has used your music to save my life.

Brittany Anderson March 05, 2007 • 10:15 PM

Sara my goodness!! My name is Brittany Anderson, I'm 17 years old, from Springdale AR. I just wanted to tell you how much your music has blessed my life. Changed my life even. I remember my brother came home with

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Kristin March 05, 2007 • 12:17 AM

Hi! I love your music and have seen you 3 times in San Diego. It's been wonderful each time. I would really like to see you in Riverside on March 8th but there is no info on their website and when I called they couldn't find any info for me. Will you be there and can you tell me the details if so? God bless and thank you.

Lydia Bretz March 04, 2007 • 04:44 PM

Hey Sara! I went to your concert at Westside Christian Church in Springfield, IL and you were amazing. I had heard some of your songs on the radio and really liked them but didn't realize that was you. You have a GORGEOUS voice and Curby and Toby are adorable...they make the concert. I LOVED your concert and stories!

Nathan Stecchi March 03, 2007 • 06:42 PM

Hi Sara, I live in New Hampshire. I often wish that I could listen to you live and hear your testimonies of how God has allowed you to use your music to inspire, teach, encourage, and convict. However, most Christian artists hardly ever or never venture out to New England. I wish that sometime you would visit here. If you are planning on visiting, I would love to receive an email letting me know. I thank God for your music. It enriches my soul and encourages me to draw closer in my ever-deepening relationship with my Saviour and Lord.

Cindy March 02, 2007 • 04:13 PM

September 18, 2007 I will be 40 years old. For over a year now, I have thought about what I want for my birthday. From the beginning, I invisioned (and continue to visualize) a wonderful time of praise and thanksgiving to my gracious Father with all my girl friends and family. Along with that, I invisioned you, Sara Groves, leading in songs of motherhood, sun and moon and my precious Lord. So how about it? Want to visit beautiful Montrose, Colorado in the fall? The colors are spectacular against the magestic mountains. God is so good, so very good.

Amy March 02, 2007 • 01:21 PM

I saw your concert last night in Springfield IL. Thank you so much for your new song about someone else's pain changing your life. I know from your testimony why you wrote it but watching my son with cancer it had a whole different meaning to me. It was very touching. Thank you.

Matthew Hart March 02, 2007 • 10:10 AM

Hello Sara, I am currently making an ad for Trinity Church's Easter Sunday at the United Spirit Arena. I was wondering if I could get a high res image of you to put in the ad. The only picture I can find that will work is an older one when you had short hair. I am looking forward to seeing you in Lubbock for Easter! Thanks and God bless, Matthew Hart Senior Graphic Artist Trinity Church

Christie Lawson March 02, 2007 • 08:33 AM

How do I get a chord chart for songs from the conversations cd since the songbook is out of print I've enjoyed hearing the heart of a singer - songwriter. Thank you for having the courage to share the deepest parts of your heart with the world.

Crista Lof February 28, 2007 • 12:37 AM

Over and over again I

Monique Jackson February 27, 2007 • 07:44 PM

how cool it'd be to hang out under the stars with your and talk about life, only to realize that someday I will! May our Father bless you dear sister and keep that feeling heart of yours always true. Sorry to post twice (now thrice) but your editor chopped the message off at the quotes.

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Monique Jackson February 27, 2007 • 07:39 PM

There are no proper words to express how intensely your music and lyrics have impacted and blessed me. You sing words that make me weep, ache, worship and discover. Many are the times I've listened to Every Minute and thought,

Kelli Brownlee February 27, 2007 • 04:23 PM

I have been hearing your music on the local Christian radio station but didnt know much about you. For some reason I looked up your website today and after reading your bio and the lyrics to your songs, I RUSHED to the local bookstore and bout your latest cd, and then got some music from ITUNES. As a mother, a wife, a songwriter, a voaclist, a worshipper, I am SO inspired by your pure intent to please God and bless His people in the process. I pray that God will continue to use you to bless many people, as I have been blessed and changed today. ~Kelli~

Kelly February 27, 2007 • 11:01 AM

For Jesus!!! Thank you; we will all enjoy sharing these songs to praise & glorify God in our homes, church gatherings or any where else God leads us to share. We've often shared your songs without the books but with the chords already there it will be soooo much easier! Thanks again for your heart & service for His will!!

Jamie February 26, 2007 • 10:40 AM

Is this for Jesus, or for money?

Troy February 26, 2007 • 09:47 AM

Hello all, Good news about Sara Groves songbooks. In a few short weeks we are releasing a compilation songbook for her 6 albums. It includes about 40 songs from all 6 of Sara's releases. We will send out an e-mail blast when this happens. Be sure to add your name and e-mail address to the list. Thanks, troy

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jan rowe February 25, 2007 • 07:11 PM

Your "Testimony" from Past the Wishing is so moving (as ALL your stuff is, amazing!) how can I get the guitar chords? Tough 'strum' to figure out, too - I bought the book for "Conversations" & love it - would just love to have "Past..." esp. Testimony !

Bruce Jackson February 25, 2007 • 01:54 PM

I just heard about you and listened to "Conversations". I'm 60 yrs. old . Some of it made we tear up and some made me smile . Both good things . Thanks, and God Bless You Bruce

Steve February 24, 2007 • 06:20 PM

Sis, thanks so much for the songs. Maybe in Glory you'll see what they've done. But the one that keeps playing and playing in my truck is "Why It Matters"; this sounds like such a love song for the Church and its purpose (Rev. 1:20)! It's what we need to be about in a very dark time- carrying the treasure of our awesome God in plain vessels. May your writing be an aroma from heaven, as you & your family look to Christ. His Grace on you!

keith Webb February 24, 2007 • 03:34 PM

listening today to "Add to the Beauty" and "It's gonna be alright". So many people dont have the understanding of God's ability to reconcile us to Himself and to each other. These are the songs that bind us to Him and each other. We saw you and Troy and the "boys" in Hudson,OH last year around Mother's day and i was one of 6 or 7 guys in the whole church...with a front row seat. We hope to see you in Indianapolis in May. Hope you will be in Ohio again this year. But we will always be blessed with you and Troy if we never see you again, this side of heaven GBU , Keith

Diane Wagner February 24, 2007 • 02:01 PM

Hi Sara, The internet is so amazing. I accepted the Lord back in '74, I was a young Christian, very much in the loop when it cam to music. Not so much in the loop now, so Praise God we can now sample music online. I have not known who to listen to as we all have preferences, but I was listening to some of your songs. Not only has God given you a "beautiful" voice, but also a beautiful gift. Keep up the good work!! always remember that it is the Lord who will give us the strength when we feel as though we cannot carry on. God Bless you and your family! In Christ, Diane

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Mandi February 23, 2007 • 03:36 PM

I know you are a woman of prayer who loves God with all her heart. I love God so much as well...I am a student at Central Bible College and I am having such a hard semester...could you please lift me up in prayer? So much is going on...my world is spinning...thank you and bless you and your family. Mandi Kruskie

Jamie February 23, 2007 • 12:10 PM

Dear Sara, Do you represent Jesus?

Kim McKinley February 23, 2007 • 10:52 AM

Sara, I love your music! I was wondering if you are familiar with a country artist named Suzy Bogguss - you bear a striking resemblance to her in looks and voice! It would be soooo cool to hear the two of you sing together...you would sound like sisters! :)

Jodi February 22, 2007 • 02:25 PM

Sara - blessings to you! I wept as I watched the Nomad video - thank you so much for your example of obedience and for being willing to be "known" in this way. I'm sure you felt a bit vulnerable. I was challenged and inspired. May God richly bless you in your ministry and strengthen you for the many roles you fill. Can't wait to see you in Indianapolis this spring!

John February 22, 2007 • 01:44 PM

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james madison thomas February 21, 2007 • 11:48 PM

hi sara, i kept hearing your name, and then i discovered you covered a song by pierce pettis who has been amazing me for more than a few years now... so which of your albums would you suggest i get since i've heard OF you but haven't heard you? (except for the iTunes download which inspired me to find you here...) james in st. pete FL

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Marek Janovsky February 21, 2007 • 03:28 AM

Hello Sara from Czech republic, i buy your DVD and i thank God, for your big heart and your voice. P.S. We are good and we start mision in new place in my country (Teplice). God is great Jesus bless you family and ministry Marek Janovsky

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roy donkin February 19, 2007 • 09:47 PM

Sara, I spent a number of hours in the car this past weekend and listened to Add to the Beauty a number of times. Thank you for your thoughtful, mature, and honest sharing. I blogged about the CD. blessings, roy

Gwen February 19, 2007 • 12:36 PM

So many people have asked you about the "Conversations" songbook. There must be a reason why you won't (can't?) make it available again. How about an explanation for those of us who have spent so much time searching for it.

Amy February 18, 2007 • 09:30 PM

Hello, this is my second attempt to sign the guest book. The site said that I had used inappropriate language or web site. I re-read it and didn't see anything. I wanted you to know that your music has been so touching to me. My four year old son was recently diagnosed with cancer. Luekemia. When my mind is racing and I can't seem to focus or settle down to be still and know that God is God your music has been there to help restore my calmness and peace or I can spend time in the word. Thank you for doing what God intended you to do.

tanya weaver February 18, 2007 • 06:57 PM

Sarah, My husband and I have been around the world as humanitarian aid workers. your "conversations" cd will always remind me of afghanistan and russia, when i was asking the Lord to please talk to me. Thank you for your realness and for sharing a real God with me. Now, I work with American Foundation for Children with AIDS and every day, i ask Him to talk to me...to show His pleasure in our work, as we care for the "least of these". Please pray with me. Talk to Him about our kids, please. We need all the prayer we can get. Thanks for your music...it continues to be a blessing. Tanya

susan nelson February 18, 2007 • 04:03 PM

Dear Sara, I have just gotten done with a heartfelt letter to you about our daughter,and the impact your music has had on her also,she is in remission from a type of cancer. There was no inappropriate language, or email, for I've sent you a letter before. I don't understand why it didn't allow it to go thru.Maybe your site,needs to be checked. In Christ,and blessings to you,sue b.nelson

Gayle Greven February 18, 2007 • 02:27 PM

Today I am writing a music column for my church enews about my years of listerning to the very real music of Sara Groves. Thank you...I'm enjoying the journey with you! Thank you, also, for adding your voice to the new release by Michael Olson. It's great to hear your voices together again.

Courtney A. February 18, 2007 • 02:10 PM

I was wondering if there was any possible way to order a copy of the "Conversations" Songbook. I am not able to purchase it on this website or anywhere else online, and I would love to have "He's Always Been Faithful" played in my wedding this summer. Please let me know if there is any way to get this Songbook!! Thank you.

Misty Arterburn February 18, 2007 • 10:10 AM

When our son was born 6 months ago, we played your beautiful music in our delivery room. His name is Solomon...and we so love "Sweet Song of Solomon." Your voice, your music, your lyrics are all penetrating - I can go for weeks at a time, with nothing else in my cd player! We love you, Troy and Sara. May God continue with His hand upon you and your ministry. You have blessed so many - and you have blessed us - so much.

Anne Hruby February 17, 2007 • 11:18 PM

I cannot express what a blessing your music has been in my life. The overflow of your heart has been beautifully manifested in your lyrics and music. I have had so many worshipful moments just driving in my car singing along with your albums. Thank you for being so honest and real. God is so honored by the Truth you sing.

Vicky Crooks February 17, 2007 • 04:48 PM

Love your music. Do you have a myspace? I would like to add you to my friends list.

Edie February 16, 2007 • 10:23 PM

Your message of faith, hope, & love, especially love, is an extraordinary model of Christ's teachings. Thank you, Sara, for allowing God to speak through you and in turn, inspire others to be true followers of Christ.

Ellie February 16, 2007 • 05:24 PM

Hi Sara, Thank you for using and sharing your beautiful talent with the world, you have touched my life. Peace, Ellie I have been around the block looking for the music book/sheet music for your album Conversations, do you know where it is sold? Can I purchase it from your website? I just can't seem to find it anywhere...

Linda Hackett February 16, 2007 • 02:36 PM

Hi Sara! My husband and I are originally from New Brighton/Mounds View, MN. We are now missionaries to Cracow, Poland! Your music really ministers to us and our friends here! We were back home this past Christmas and I was listening to you on KTIS. Your gift of music is such an encouragement from God!!! Thank you and God bless!!! -Linda Hackett

Jamie February 15, 2007 • 02:12 PM

Dear Sara, Do you really represent Jesus?

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Not much on my mind. Oh well. Basically not much notable going on today.

Ron DiCianni February 14, 2007 • 05:40 PM

Sara, At the last CBA we were in the "green room" together, but I neglected to say "hi". Since then I have been really impacted by your music. Something about it seems to hit a real chord with me and it resonates in a very sweet and powerful way. I have personalized a few of your songs, and sometimes they speak to God for me. In a way, it's how I try to paint so they can give insight to others to help them say what they can't at that moment. God keeep His hand on you. Hope our paths cross again. Ron

Phil February 12, 2007 • 01:24 PM

I love your music. May Good bless you, and your family.

Ingrid Barnstuble February 12, 2007 • 10:53 AM

I first started listening to Sara Groves when my cou sin introduced me to her album "Conversations" and since then her music has been woven into so many parts of my life. I was so impressed at how real and honest her music was. There were songs that finally voiced what I had felt in my heart for years. When I saw that the piano arrangements had also been published I ran out and bought it which started a whole new way of worshiping God for me. I would play along with the cd and just pour my heart out to God in the music. That first songbook is so worn now but still so special to me. Four years ago the same cousin that introduced me to Sara, sang "He's Always Been Faithful" on my husband's and mine wedding day and to this day that song brings tears to my eyes when I hear it. We have a fifteen month old girl who falls asleep listening to lullabies from "Station Wagon" and when she is getting tired in the car all we have to do is start up that cd and she immediately calms down. To hear such truth and somebody's heart just poured out in this music is so refreshing and it makes her music timeless. Praise God for you, Sara. You'll never know how much you've inspired me.

Christina Rodgers February 11, 2007 • 08:55 PM

Dear Sara- I just wanted you to know how much your album "Add To The Beauty" has touched me. It is such a beautful and heartfelt work of music that I had to share it with my best friend. You see, about a month ago, she suffered a second miscarriage. I didn't know what to do for her. Flowers, a card, didn't seem at the time all that appropriate. Then I got your cd in the mail and listened to it and thought this was it! This is what I need to give her to help her heal. The words, the music, everything was made just for this, for her. I thank you again from the bottom of my heart for being so sensitive to the Lord and letting Him lead you in making such beautiful music. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Mr. Richie February 11, 2007 • 04:58 PM

Hi Sara and family, In the past week I have purchased Add to the Beauty for a struggling friend of mine who teaches at my school. I also just bought Station Wagon today for my cousin-in-law who has just birthed two lovely twins. I truly believe your music is inspired and absolute love, in itself. Thank you - and God bless

sarah February 11, 2007 • 03:13 PM

Dear Sara, Thank you for your music. It has enriched my life beyond words. I have a nagging question that I would like to ask. Who is your "man of macedonia" that you speak of in the song Past the Wishing? Are you making reference to 2 Corinthians 2:12-14 when Paul tells of going to Troas to spread the gospel, and even though God had opened a door he was called on to Macedonia to look for Titus? Is it your way of saying that at every place God has lead you, you're lead even further on until knowledge of Christ is in every place? I've wondered what you meant by this line for a long time. This is my stab at translating it. If you by chance read this and have a second (ha! I'm a mom too~there is never enough time!), it would make my day to hear your response. Again, thank you for heeding God's call and responding by being the precious instrument that you are! Love from Louisiana!

Rose Byrne February 11, 2007 • 01:44 PM

I Think you're simply gr8 Sara! Rose XOX

Lara Clift February 11, 2007 • 05:23 AM

Dear Sara, You are such an inspiration to me~ i love all aspects of your music and the insightful, capturing lyrics. I found out about you through church where your journey (Nomad Reality) DVD was displayed. The dramatic actions you took in helping give relief to hurricane victims were moving.The way you keep your spiritual and family life together is soo important and sets a great example. My Aunt who lives over seas also listens to your music which i thought is pretty incredible. So through your music i can be connected to her and God. Thank you... Keep inspiring Lara

NIKA LASTER February 08, 2007 • 08:50 PM

Hi Sara...this is my first visit to your website, although I'm sure it won't be my last. A few years ago, I fell in love for the first time. It was the deepest feeling I'd ever felt for anyone. Still true to this day; even though we are only good friends now. During our time together, he introduced me to "ALL RIGHT HERE". I wish I could express how those songs touched us as we sat on the couch crying. We are musicians, too. And you have a gift that is no doubt...NOT OF THIS WORLD!!!.; but of heaven. When I play that cd, I am reminded of some of the happiest days of my life. I thank God for bringing him into my life; and I thank God for you and your "gift to the world". It's good to know that it's not up to me...and it never was...........

Minette February 08, 2007 • 04:34 PM

All I can say is "thank you". Your songs have helped me through some very rough times in my life during the last few years. "Less like a tomb, less like a prison" - my life has changed and bloomed into something beautiful with a new husband, new grandchildren ("remind me of this with every decision, generations will reap what I sow")- and the list keeps growing. The songs have helped me to be more hopeful, more thoughtful and more in love with the Lord. Thank you.

Kelly February 08, 2007 • 02:41 PM

This message is for Sara's Dad. Thank you for brining her in the world that she may be able to share her gift with others. Last spring I was searching and living away from God. A friend reached out and offered a Bible study. Soon after I heard Sara's song " Just showed up" I understood that God has been waiting. Thank you Sara for the song. Thank you for bringing her into the world and teaching her about God and using her gift to praise him to reach out to the lost.

Luxaire February 07, 2007 • 06:44 PM

I have already enjoy your website, and it is so nice and cool. I will visit your website again. Thank you.

Jessica February 07, 2007 • 12:21 PM

Hi Sara. A couple days ago I heard "Conversations" on the radio. It is the first song I have ever heard from you. I have been going through a difficult time and that song really touched me. It reminds me of what is most important. I've been too caught up in "me" lately. Do you have advice for a Christian singer/songwriter who is ready to start sharing her music?

susan nelson February 06, 2007 • 04:58 PM

dear sara, thank you for your heart felt music. It has been a salve to a wounded heart,and brings solace to my soul. I can see how your roots have brought you and your music to this point in Your walk with God. In Jesus,sue b.nelson

Kevin McGinnis February 06, 2007 • 04:22 PM

Greetings Sara, just a note to let you know that I think that you ar ea wonderful writter and singer. I have enjoyed your music for a long time. Thank you for your ministry of music. By the way "less like scars" is my favorite. Kevin PS- iTunes needs more of your resent work!

Sue McRoberts February 06, 2007 • 11:47 AM

I am new to Minneapolis and heard you sing for the first time in the fall of 06 at the Hearts at Home Conference in Rochester, MN. After battling with postpartum depression and it's after effects I was touched and encouraged as you sang, "It's Gonna Be Alright." I've sang that in my car almost every day. Sometimes it still makes me bawl and sometimes it makes me smile to know that your words are so true. Thanks for what you are doing for the Lord. God bless you in all you do!

Bethany February 05, 2007 • 11:21 PM

I just read an article in a magazine about you and your renewed faith. I picked it up because I have been a fan of your music for a long time. It encouraged me to remind myself, daily, of God's sovereignty as you told the author you had done. I am a public school teacher and find myself very discouraged by the feeling that I'm not making a difference in my student's lives. They have such spiritual deficits and I'm frustrated with not being able to share, at least in an overt way, the gospel with them. That's what they really need. But, I will trust God to give me strength to keep going until He gives me something else to do. Thank you for using your talent to spread God's truth. I, too, am a singer and I admire your vocal talent, but more importantly your thoughtful lyrics. Keep up the good work and may you feel God's blessings every day. Reading about your perseverance blessed me tonight. Thanks!

Justine January 31, 2007 • 08:35 PM

God is using you more than you will ever know. He's using you to change lives, including mine! I thank God for you. I love every area of your music--words, musicianship and style... you speak right from your heart to mine. You are truly "adding to the beauty" and have inspired me to do the same. I am still waiting for you to visit Toronto! Keep shining, love Justine

Jenna January 31, 2007 • 07:42 PM

Hi Sara...I have a little 3 year old daughter Julia, who absolutely loves your music. She knows all of the words to all of the songs in "Add to the Beauty." She won't let me drive around without playing 'Sarasongs, Sarasongs!' I will bring her to a concert here in CA because she would love to meet you. The CD hardly leaves our player. Thanks for your uplifting music and for the images your lyrics evoke. They give us hope, inspiration, and the desire to....add to the beauty. Cheers, and blesssings... Jenna (mom of 2 boys also who know your music well) :)

Pam Weber January 30, 2007 • 08:04 AM

Sara, Your music has been an amazing gift to me and my sisters. One of my sisters went through a divorce two years ago, and listening to your music literally brought us to our knees before God and helped us get through it with grace and dignity. Now, PRAISE GOD, He has brought her together with a man of God, and they are to be married March 10, this year! The wedding is in Inver Grove Hts, MN. We have been to see you a couple of times in MN. I don't know where this idea came from, but I believe God placed it in my heart, which is why I am writing to you. Is there any chance at all that you would make a surprise appearance at the Groom's dinner Thursday evening, March 8, in Inver Grove Hts? I realize this is OUT THERE, in terms of reality, but we never know if we don't step out in faith, yes? Regardless, your music is still a big part of our lives, and helps keep us grounded in Christ and maintain our focus on the prize! Thank you for your ministry, you are a true blessing to so many! In Christ, Pam Weber

Rebecca Carpenter January 29, 2007 • 07:23 PM

You got me years ago with "Word." I still think it's one of the best songs ever. God bless you Sara. I pray that He continues to bring you new ideas and the voice to carry them.

jopieh January 29, 2007 • 02:46 PM

o yeah, greetings from the netherlands!

jopieh January 29, 2007 • 02:46 PM

wow, this is awesome; we love your music!

chris bishop January 28, 2007 • 10:26 PM

I was just wondering if you plan on singing in North Carolina any time soon? God Bless you and you ministry (1/28/07)

Brooklyn January 28, 2007 • 03:45 PM

I love Add To The Beauty

Dick January 27, 2007 • 12:08 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to say that I love your music - lyrics, melodies, instrumentation, feel, presentation, in short, everything! Your songs are so very real and speak to the heart. Keep doing your art and ministry - God is honored in it, and people are ministered to through it!! From time to time in presentations I make at my church, I use pieces of your songs -either a phrase or lines, or entire songs - to give a picture to the point I want to get across. People always get it because of your ability to capture the essence of whatever the thought or subject is. Thanks so much!

Julie January 27, 2007 • 12:35 AM

Hey Sara! I was just curious about the hike on Pike's Peak this summer to raise money for the International Justice Mission. Is it still in the works? (because my mom and I are very interested in participating.) Thanks so much!!

Ken Thurman January 26, 2007 • 09:56 AM

Thank you for your music. I'm a 45 year old single man trying to give my life to the Lord. You are very blessed to have a beautiful family. YBIC, Ken Oalthe, KS

Katie January 23, 2007 • 10:17 PM

Hey Sara! I went to your show in Roseville, MN at Bethel University, and I loved it so much! You have such a gift and you use it amazingly! I wish you nothing but great blessings for you and your family! :) Keep going... and keep God with you always, for He is great! Thanks for gracing us with your beautiful voice, and great lyrics! Katie

Susan January 23, 2007 • 07:55 PM

My note didn't all fit before...I wanted to let you know after more scans and many other tests God is so good and "It's gonna be alright" is true. God has a plan and sometimes it is in the quiet and scary times we really hear Him. Thanks again for the songs you write and the work you do....God's blessings to you

Susan January 23, 2007 • 07:53 PM

Sara, I saw you sing at Hearts at Home. I was so moved by your music I bought 3 of your CD's and listened to them all the way home. Little did I know a week later I would be having an scan on my brain. As a Mom with 3 young children I was scared to death! My husband suggested bringing along a CD to ease my mind during the brain scan. I grabbed the first one I saw in my car and didn't even look at it. With tear stained eyes I asked the tech to play it and start it wherever. The song it played was "It's gonna be Alright"; my tears were already flowing with the fear of the brain scan but they turned to tears of gratefulness to God's goodness and blessings. My time in the big machine ended up being a most wonderful prayer time filled with your songs as a backdrop. Thanks for writing that song, I felt like it was written just for me on that day. Blessings to you and your family.

Tracy Stewart January 23, 2007 • 01:27 PM

Hi I read your story. I am in that place where you were at. It inspired me, and scared me at the same time. I am in the middle of a possible divorce, (abuse and unsaved husband). I struggle with ALOT of fear have all of my life (32 yrs old) and doubt and unbelief. For the last 2 months my life has been in CONSTANT turmoil and upheaval for me and my 3 children. Some days I want to turn my back on God and say WHY WHY WHY. I had a sister that got killed almost 10 yrs ago isn't that enough???? I hold on to so much guilt also. ANyway, you have encouraged me and I am very grateful and thankful. Love in Christ, Tracy

Abigail January 23, 2007 • 08:37 AM

I just want to say thanks for the great music. Your lyrics are thoughtful and inspiring. God is using you in great ways to challenge Christians to live life more intensionally for Him. Thanks a bunch. Abigail

Evan Harris Tucson, AZ January 22, 2007 • 03:21 PM

Sara, I wanted to say "Thank God for You!" your music/voice is so heavenly inspiring it makes my emotions take flight. I have two of your albums now and look forward to more and possibly a concert venue in SW USA--what do you say? God Bless You & your family!

Chris Vance January 22, 2007 • 02:42 PM

Hi Sara, Just wanted you to know how beautiful your music is. On Friday my mom went to heaven. I so much want to sing your song, "What Do I know?" at her service. God Bless your ministry, Chris Vance

From Memphis January 21, 2007 • 09:01 PM

Hoping you guys will return to Hope Church in Memphis this summer; we want to bring every one we know to see you this year!

Rebekah Van Diest January 21, 2007 • 07:15 PM

Dear Sara, My best friend/Sponsor turn me on to to you. Your words are very healing. I have "broken heart syndrome" and savere depression, and I want to die. I listen to you all the time now. It make me feel better. Maybe even a little hopeful. I hope to see you at your concert in March at Menlo Park. Thank you for your words.

kathy January 20, 2007 • 01:23 PM

Dear Sara, My daughter enjoys your music so much that she is planning on singing the song "Why it Matters" at her high school fine arts night later this month. Since we cannot locate the sheet music for the piece, she is trying to decipher the notes herself by listening to the CD. She is about half way done but I thought I'd email to see if there is any way that she could get the sheet music from you or your manager directly. Thanks for your time. We hope to someday see you in concert. Sincerely, Kathy

Tim January 19, 2007 • 11:57 PM

Sara and dad, I heard sara last year at cup o joy in Green Bay, and she is still my first choice to bring me to a place of worship before our Lord. I just returned from International House of Prayer "one thing" conference, in Kansas City. I sense Sara has this heart that they teach about, the bride that recognizes the rapturous love of the bridegroom spoken of in Psalms. Dad, thank YOU for raising this young lady up with the love and awe she has for Jesus and the imparting of His Spirit through her. I was fortunate enough to go to the KC conference with my daughter, and one of my sons and his wife, and I know how it brings unmistakeable joy to see your children so in love with our Lord. Sara you are noted in the heavenly realms!

R January 19, 2007 • 08:05 AM

You've been there Sara . . . into healing or all the way, somehow. Not many have. I'm on my way . . . with help. All the way . . your music is a gift on my way. Wounded healer here; helping souls find their worth, on my way. Wish we could meet. Blessings R

Julie January 18, 2007 • 10:39 PM

Sara, thank you very much for your beautiful music that reminds me It's Going To Be Alright on those days when everything seems to be going wrong. You truly honor God through your music. Keep on loving Him :)

Dan January 18, 2007 • 10:16 PM

Sara, my wife and I have been very blessed by your music. Add to the Beauty...what can I say...very impacting and convicting. I work in the film industry as a cinematographer, and I now ask myself "How can I add to the beauty?" with my work and in the relationships that have been entrusted to me. Blessings! Dan and Erica PS - If you ever decide to shoot any music videos let me know....

david fertig January 18, 2007 • 09:08 PM

oh yea please please please have another dvd concert. i have a lot of christian and secular music. like edie brickel. anyhow, you, your music, and the spirit moved me sooo much. another dvd concert, wide screen and 5.1 of course would be the tops in my collection. god bless you and i can't wait to see you in concert sometime david fertig

david fertig January 18, 2007 • 09:03 PM

Keep up the good work. just bought the dvd and loved it. our church is going to rwanda, though no one has seen the dvd yet. we are helping to build an orphanage and large kitchen. first time i have ever seen a cajon that was being played on the concert. i did the research to find out what it was. some of my musician friends had never heard of this but i found one and bid on it. now i will have to learn it. if you are ever in ohio please look my wife and i up. we have a small farm, 5 kids and adopting 3 children as well. we would love to have you as our guest. god bless you your music is so inspiring. i break down whenever i listen to your concert take care david fertig

Jeannine January 17, 2007 • 02:12 PM

i just tried to write a nice note. the prompter said i had inappropriate language or web address, and I couldn't figure it out.... so i just really tried to say that your voice is one of the most, just- wow! and it made my ears perk up from listening to you on the radio. and i wanted to be your friend and promoter, and i probably don't need to ask your permission for the promoter part, but man! ANd i was all over the beauty thing, and then realized your album is about beauty. ANd that tickled me.I'll try submitting again. With Hope!

Lonna S Davis January 17, 2007 • 09:52 AM

Dearest Sara, I just would like you to know that your songs bring me such clarity and joy and peace. It is like you reached down inside of my heart and took what you found there and made it a beautiful song. That is GOD using you to add to the beauty. I cannot wait to meet you one day and give you a big hug, if not on this earth , then in Glory. Thank you Sara for being such a faithful servant to the call GOD has. placed on your life. Lonna

Stephanie Clute January 16, 2007 • 07:14 PM

Hello, I am writing to actually ask a favor. I have been searching desperatly for the Conversations songbook and cannot find it anywhere. There's a couple of songs that I wanted to sing at my church. These songs have touched me so much and I wanted to share them with others. If you could give me any information I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you so much for the music you are inspired to write. It's the music that inspires me to get up in front of people and sing. My e-mail is smclute@hotmail.com Thank you, Stephanie Clute

heather January 16, 2007 • 01:31 PM

In reading the thank yous on a Bethany Dillon album cover I noticed that she thanked you for your prophetic songwriting Intrigued I started reading your lyrics online and knew I needed to listen to your music My husband got Add To The Beauty for me for Christmas and we both have been ministered to through it He is a youth minister and loves listening to it while he is studying and I have been listening to it at work for encouragement I have been battling several health problems for months and have been so scared and discouraged at times When I first heard Its Going To Be Alright I could not hold back the tears It brought me so much peace and I really believe the words of your beautiful song Thank you so much for your ministry and for adding to the beauty in my life and countless others God bless you

Gwen January 16, 2007 • 11:12 AM

Please, PLEASE tell me you plan to make the "Conversations" song book available again.

Melody Wilson January 15, 2007 • 06:14 PM

I wish all the people that have been touched by your music could be gathered in one place and you could see the tremendous impact you are having on the world by being obedient to the Lord. Your words reach a place deep inside of me that is usually well guarded. Thank you for challenging me in my spiritual walk and helping me understand what it means to add to the beauty.

Rachel Vander Wall January 15, 2007 • 04:00 PM

Hi Sara! I met you at the Hearts at Home conference in Lansing, Michigan- a thrilling time away with my girlfriends to learn how to be a better mother to my 3- soon to be 4- precious children and to hear you- my favorite artist. I have all of your cd's and yours is pretty much the only music that my husband and kids and I always agree on listnening to in the car! (the kids are 5, 3, and 1 and some of your biggest fans :) "Fly" is pretty much "our song."- I always think it's so cute that my husband listens to it even when I'm not in the car with him. This morning my sister called to tell me that you are doing a small concert in Michigan this Wednesday and it just happens to be good timing for me to go with her- I am so excited! Your ability to put to beautiful music the poetry of a mother's heart is amazing! I hardly have time to finish a thought these days, let alone write them down in any kind of coherant manner! You have a wonderful gift and I hope you'll continue to use it to further the kingdom of Christ! On that note- have you ever considered doing a Christmas album? We would LOVE to have a cd of you singing all our favorite Christmas music! This past Christmas I realized our collection of holiday tunes is really pathetic and the first thing I thought is we need some Sara Groves at Christmas time! I hope this is something you will seriously consider!!! love in Christ- Rachel

Crista Lof January 15, 2007 • 01:57 AM

Hi Sara! (and hi Sara's dad) :) I just can't say enough how blessed I am to have your music in my world. My daughter Julia always jokes about you being my friend because we refer to you as simply "Sara" around our house. My family just knows how connected I feel to the music and the themes througout your songs that resonate in our life, and the lives of our loved ones. I have used your music many a time to lift someone up or encourage them to keep on keeping on. Thank you for that. Finally, I just received Nomad for Christmas, and cried and laughed my way through it all. In the end I decided to try and get over myself and my own insecurities and step out a bit more - to try to be brave so that my babies can see the strong mommy that they have. I look forward to a lot more music - bless you and your family! Crista

Jenny S. January 12, 2007 • 10:14 PM

Sara, I just listened to your song, 'When it was over" and I love it. My husband and I are surviving an affair that lasted for over 2 years. It, at times, is extremely painful. However, through God's grace, HIS love, and our love for each other, my husband is back home with our three young children and we're doing very well. He has chosen a walk with God and we have been able to minister to couples that are hurting, woman that are heartbroken--and even got to tell our testimonies in church a few weeks ago. My husband said he would never go back to church--well, he's back and even attends a men's Bible study with a few accountability partners. 'It' is over--and we can talk about it. I love the song--and if you can---tell your friends that survived their affair that I'm so glad that you are friends with each other and that you knew their story--and tell your friend that if the pain she endured was to help other woman through this kind of devestation...tell her that I said, "Let it be enough---that all the pain you went through...let it be enough that because of your pain---your pain helped heal others". Like your father says--keep going. In His Grace, Jenny

awinda January 12, 2007 • 10:00 PM

and they'll know we are Christians by our love...Stay blessed

Greta From Hershey January 11, 2007 • 06:57 PM

Sara, Your music is true fruit! Your music speaks to me so often at the right times. God has truly given you a gift to sing directly from your pains and trails and so elegantly display them in your music for others to be encouraged and uplifted. You are my favorite female musican! Thank you for being willing to do HIS work!

tammy January 11, 2007 • 04:00 PM

love your lyrics and music and am grateful you have chosen to share your talent with us. Have all of your CD's, and just got Station Wagons to share with my 6 year old daughter--we sing together (quite off key!) Would love to bring her to see you in concert. Is there anything remotely close to Southeast Louisiana in the future? Houston area is only 4 hours away. May God keep blessing you and your family as you keep blessing us. Thank you!

Lynn Hicks January 10, 2007 • 06:32 PM

Help! We desperately want to sing How Is It Be tween Us at our Women's retreat on Sat., Feb. 17, 2007. We are starting practices soon and cannot get a split track. Can you help. It is perfect for our theme, "Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him." Psalm 34:8. They want upbeat praise music, and I have been chosen to be the Worship Leader. As much as I want to sing this song, a friend and fellow Praise Band member had her heart set on singing it first. I would love to be able to give this gift to her as she is recently experiencing some troublesome realities in her life. She recently found out that she cannot have children. She has only been married about 2 years. She is the Music Director at Dixie Hollins HS, St. Petersburg, FL. She has a strong voice and will do the song justice. We have about 300 women at our retreats, and they would just love it. Please let me know if you can help. God bless, Lynn

Kristin January 10, 2007 • 04:21 PM

Thank you for letting God use your voice to sing us songs that are obviously inspired by Him. The CD is amazing and the melodies melt even the slightest sadness, or frustration away. Thank you for choosing to follow God's calling on your life...we are all blessed because you took that first step! Blessings...

Cherise January 09, 2007 • 11:23 PM

Look forward to hearing you this summer or fall at Christ Community church in Leawood, KS (off stateline) my family looks forward to it every year...been spreading your name out here and there w/ new and ol' friends in KS Keep up the great work; love your music; power of your music and God working through you to reach so many. Blessings Cherise (Carleen's friend)

Elizabeth January 09, 2007 • 04:49 PM

Hi Sara, thank you for your song "You are the Sun." I was feeling very discouraged last week and I heard that song on the radio. The lyrics reminded me of the bigger picture and of the beauty of God. It's hard to remember in the middle of all the mess sometimes! God bless and thank you. Elizabeth, Sydney

Jennifer January 09, 2007 • 02:52 PM

Any 2007 concert dates yet? I enjoyed your performance at the Hearts at Home conference last fall, and am hoping you'll show up in the midwest sometime soon! Thanks for the inspiration. Many of your songs have helped put my adoption journey and infertility challenges in perspective.

Heather January 09, 2007 • 11:03 AM

Aspiring musician like your self in need of guidance into the music industry if you have a bit of time i have some questions on how to get started the right way. Please if you have time I would be much appriciated. Heather

PATRICK HAYWARD January 09, 2007 • 12:08 AM

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Groves, Greetings! Last summer I moved to Reno Nevada for a job at a local hospital. It was difficult transition for me and was so darn hot. I'm an RN and every move has a reason. I learned about your talent a couple years ago when you sang on the 700 club. Not long before you showed up here I told myself that God would give me a surprise since i make an effort for the sick. Sure enough, there was your name on a church off Robb drive. I showed up at 0830 and there you three were. Wow, what a treat, Sara. I also noticed you were tired and you called upon the Lord for inspiration and strength. I really admired you for your sacrifice for us. The job is over now and I thought, "what next?" So Mat my son called and said he gave my name to a mission group in Cambodia..Mat's church is planning a 2 week stay there and the director's calling me tomorrow. I've always dreamed about helping people in distant places. God's really neat isn't he? By the way, your descriptions of your feelings of God was right on the nail. Thanks for sharing that. Oh, yes, I discovered I couldn't lay back and day-dream; your words require a real effort to follow. So, young Sara and Husband, thank you for being a refreshment for me during a tough time. Patrick Hayward Cpt (usar) Ret.

jack January 09, 2007 • 12:07 AM

Nice site actually. Gone to my favourites. Thanks for creation.

Kelsey January 08, 2007 • 10:11 PM

I'm thankful for your ministry Sara!

Cheryl Child January 07, 2007 • 12:33 AM

Wrote a long but not 2000 word character message asking basically if Troy Groves is from Iowa. Your filtering will not let me explain why. I have tried and tried to take out any excess punctuation to get the message accepted but to no avail.

Jes January 07, 2007 • 09:52 AM

Hi Sara. I just wanted to let you know that I'm going to school to be a teacher, and I've sung since I was 3. Your determination to follow where God leads is an inspiration. I got my Dad hooked on your music because of your insightful lyrics. :-) Always listenin! Thanks!

Mary Agrusa January 06, 2007 • 04:23 PM

Did a google search on Randy Stonehill today and came across his website and the info about his new album. As I was tell my husband, Joe, about all the old familar singers on the album, I mentioned your name. Immediately he asked, "Is that Dwight and Nancy's daugher?". A few more google searches gave us that answer. Another old friend of your parents, Marge Peterson, had told us that you were recording now but I had not had the opportunity to hear your music. So awesome to see someone we babysat so long ago really blossom. Keep up the good work and tell your mom and dad "Hi" from two old Chestnut Assembly friends. God bless you Mary Agrusa

Karen January 06, 2007 • 01:29 PM

Hello Sara! I have been really inspired by your music. I first heard it on the radio, and I recently got 3 of your albums. I love all of your songs! Your writing is so poetic and has great theology, and your voice is enough to bring tears to my eyes! One of your albums I just bought is "All Right Here", I bought is at the Christian bookstore, it was all sealed up, and my little sister and I were trying to open it up, when we finally got it opened, there was no disk in it!?!! Has this ever happened before? The store didn't want to take it back, and I felt like a criminal, but is there any way you could send one to me? Thanks, Karen Wray 5565 Pine Road Thomasville, PA 17364

Laura Wise January 06, 2007 • 01:20 PM

I received "Station Wagon" and the "All Right Here" song book for Christmas this year. I'm very thrilled to have them both! Thanks for your music, Sara! It is truly a ministry and blessing to my heart! May the Lord bless and keep you!

Nancy January 05, 2007 • 06:25 PM

Hi Sara, I first heard of you a few months back from my friend who first got "Add to the Beauty" - then I bought it for myself in October and it has been in my car ever since! I really love no.3 and the idea of being like the moon with no light of our own - it reminds me as I drive to school (where I teach) that if I don't look first to Him, I have no way of shining for Him. My goal in life is to 'add to the beuty' and your songs really so many of the matters of my heart into such beautiful language and melody. I just saw the dvd tonight of your trip to Louisiana. What an amazing opportunity to walk by faith and not by sight (have just been thinking about Abraham and how he followed God not knowing where God was taking him - and Noah, too, building that boat when he'd never seen so much as a drop of rain!), this seems to be where I am at the moment! So, if you get a chance to read this some day, know that your music has spread to Ireland and is touching lives all over the world. Thank you for answering His call! :)

Jeffrey Boisclair January 05, 2007 • 06:08 PM

Dear Sara, We love your songs because they minister to our hearts and build us up. Praising God the very first thing in the morning is the key to a great day. We will be going to Chile this month to speak on our radio program "the Grace Hour" then to a church where we have been invited to share God's word. I want to mention to the listerners how important it is to praise Him first thing when we wake. Thanks for your portion in the Body of Christ. God bless you from The biblical foundation Outreach Internet Ministry

collin January 04, 2007 • 01:58 PM

To Sara or Sara's dad, you probably wont respond and sure don't have to but i hope you read this. i have listened to your music for five years and i thank God for you. and pray that you spread the word of God everywhere (which you probably are doing as i write this). I'm a christian and have a great online clan that is constantly growing in people and spiritually. Thanks for Reading this and please keep doing what your doing

anne mckelvey January 04, 2007 • 10:36 AM

I treated myself to Add To The Beauty in July last year and hav`nt tired of it yet.I have since treated myself to all Saras` other CDS.Wonderful talent each song tells my own story in words I would struggle to gather.Sara I would love to know if you would like to put music to words God gave me in October.

Tamika January 03, 2007 • 10:17 AM

Sarah every since I heard your songs it touched my heart. I could be riding in the car and can't speak but your song will speak for me. I woke up this morning and felt speechless and thought about you login the mps player and something said how is it between us this was my first time hearing it and the words truly made intercession for me. I have one request would you please put Hello Lord on myspace ...thank you

Megan January 02, 2007 • 11:03 PM

Sara, you have no idea what your music has meant to me in my life. It helps me to connect to God when I can't pray. The last few years have been rough for me and your songs move me to tears as I am reminded of how much God loves me. You seem to be able to say how I feel or how I want to feel. I saw you perform in Virginia beach recently. Thank you sooo much for sharing your gift. Keep writing more songs!

Lisa Stendel January 02, 2007 • 01:54 PM

Sara, Your "i just showed up" touches me, speaks to me, tells my story. thank you for putting it in words. And the Glory of God is man truly alive. Bingo!

Krista January 02, 2007 • 01:06 PM

Sara, for whatever reason, some music speaks to our souls more than others. Your music is that to me. It takes me to Christ, and makes me pray, and inspires me to live my best life. Thank you.

Kim January 01, 2007 • 11:21 PM

Hi Sara, I was fortunate enough to attend the AIDS Summit at Saddleback Church in early December and was so moved by a song you sang...despite my efforts to find it, I've been unable. Can you point me in the right direction? Thanks--for all that you do! God bless, Kim Bailey

Leigh-Ann January 01, 2007 • 10:15 PM

I love your new song You Are The Sun!! What wonderful lyrics! Thanks for helping me give praise to our Lord! God Bless

Carla January 01, 2007 • 03:07 PM

Hi, Sara, my name is Carla and first of all I wanted to say I really enjoy your music. I really enjoy listening to your music. Second of all I was wondering if you have ever heard of a Ministry called Mercy Ministries? See I suffer from borderline personality disorder and depression and sometime self harm. And I really want to get in this program but my parents want more information about it. And I am starting to get discouraged because I am having a hard time getting a hold of people who know about the program. thanks for listening Carla

bob skjegstad January 01, 2007 • 02:15 PM

Sara, I love your music. I just ordered your new one off the site. I hope I can meet you some day here in the twin cities. Have a great new year. You keep singing for our Lord Jesus. Be blessed.

Carole Foret January 01, 2007 • 12:05 AM

Happy New Year, Sara! I wish for you a very happy 2007! I used a youtube video of yours on my blog tonight. Visit it at Thank you for being such a wonderful singer/songwriter and Christian example! Sincerely, Carole Foret Athens, Alabama

Rick Merritt December 28, 2006 • 08:03 AM

Hi, Just a note to say that Mike Rakes is now my pastor and he played "He's Always Been Faithful" during our Wednesday night service. During that song, God gave me this one to send to you. I don't understand it, but in obedience here it is: The Other Side Got a bus full of Huggies, gear and sound boards to mix it But my life is feeling broken and I don’t have strength to fix it So I’ll just be quiet now and say thanks for all You’ve given Then dry my eyes and get on with the living Like the light under my door On any childhood Christmas I know there’s something waiting on the other side of life I know who You are And the certainty of victory I know there’s something waiting on the other side of life So I sing my songs and tell my stories hoping someone listens And sees a smile or feel a spark of hope they might be missing And in the middle of the miles between the moments of emotion I close my eyes and feel the depth of your devotion Like the light under my door On any childhood Christmas I know there’s something waiting on the other side of life I know who you are And the certainty of victory I know there’s something waiting on the other side of life Oh, there is no reason for Your favor Your forgiveness or Your grace Yet tender mercy washes me like warm rain on my face And in the worst of trials You are standing there with me I know You’re always waiting I am rapt anticipating I know You’re always waiting Like the light under my door On any childhood Christmas I know there’s something waiting on the other side of life I know who You are And the certainty of victory I know You’ll be there waiting on the other side of life Yours in Christ, Rick Merritt Winston-Salem, NC

Adrienne Graves December 28, 2006 • 03:01 AM

Dear Sara, My dear friend, Heather, sent me your CD, Add to the Beauty, tonight, as part of a nationwide care package for our family. You see, we've been at TCH Denver with our beautiful baby boy, Noah for 4.5 months, but the doctors don't know why. They have given him no hope but we have hope in our awesome God! We trust God with both of our children's lives, as well as our own. My husband and I take turns every night here with Noah...it's my night and your music has been on repeat as it is ministering to my spirit. My son hasn't gotten out of bed for 4+months, but I am quite confident he has added to the beauty of God's hand at work in the earth today, in this generation, on 6 out of 7 continents. He's had over 21,000 hits on his blog from countries all over God's earth. He's reached out to more people in his lifetime than I could ever hope to...so, thank you for putting into words what we all only hope to walk out... And for me, thank you for "It's going to be alright." Continue in your obedience as you have. He is faithful. Walking in the gifts He has given you, that is beautiful! You can google Noah Steven's story on line under that name and share it with anyone you know who will pray fervently for a miracle...

Teresa December 27, 2006 • 11:37 PM

Sara, Greetings from the desert southwest. Many of us desert wanderers get our spiritual thirst watered by your spirit led lyrics. Maybe sometime if you are out our way you could join in our Colorado River Blue G Festival. Would love to see you. Mother Teresa(at least to my four daughters)

Liz December 27, 2006 • 08:26 PM

i feel as if i just really need to tell you how much your music as helped me through a very difficult time in my life. 2 months ago i got home from being in a treatment center for my eating disorder. all of your music is AMAZING but the song that i feel has in a way saved my life is It's Going To Be Alright. i remember laying in bed at night crying and listening to my ipod. i felt utterly hopless, i wanted to die. i did not see any way out of this huge hole i was trapped in. i would always listen to my ipod trying to listen to music that would help me fall asleep. but when i heard your song in my ears telling me that it was all going to be alright, i knew that i could hold on. i really didn't know any reason to keep living. but just having your soft words telling me that it WAS going to be alright kept me going. i love your music and hope that you continue to make even more beautiful music. i just thought i should tell you how much you have helped me on this long journey. thank you so ver much. Springfield, MO

Laura December 27, 2006 • 08:03 PM

Hi Sarah...It's Laura...I'm hoping you remember me...We were "Spence Spinsters" back in 1990 at Evangel :o) You came to my "wedding" when I eloped that rainy day in Springfield....You were just so sweet and kind....Well I'm still married 16 years later and have 6 beautiful kids....I have followed your career and I can say that your music is certainly an outpouring of your sweet spirit and your love for Christ....I hope someday to see you again....Love, Laura

Scott Mangini December 27, 2006 • 04:27 PM

Hello Sara. I was so excited to see you in Ohio on Dec 2 (it was my third concert to date and you get better each time I see you!). I just wanted to say thanks. Your music has helped me through some pretty tough times in the past and I am thankful for you and your gift. Also, thank you for your post-concert meet and greet, it was really nice meeting you and getting a picture with you. Also, hello Sara's dad, you must be so proud that your daughter's talent touches so many people's lives in such a great way! :) SCOTT

Dani December 27, 2006 • 03:10 PM

My mom listened to your music all the time and after a while I listened to your music all the time like I'm listening to it right now. One night my moms friend Maryjo took me to one of your concerts at the James River in Ozark, after the concert I went up to you and got my poster signed. Maryjo tryed to get a picture of us but her phone battery was dead. You music is an inspiration and I hope many people get as touched by your music as I did.

Cheryl December 27, 2006 • 10:41 AM

Dear Sara, I fell in love with your musical style and honest, down to earth lyrics when I heard Conversations several years ago now. The music you write and share with all of us is so clearly anointed and blessed by God! Being a writer myself of poetry, song lyrics, and other miscellaneous forums, I am inspired by your music to always keep it real, to live transparently right where I'm at, to reveal how God's grace has touched my life and to extend that grace to others. Did you ever think your music would have such profound and far-reaching effects? God bless you Sara! I am particularly drawn to The Other Side of Something and Add to the Beauty now. I love how you take every day things like asking your husband to help you get undone and metaphorically talk about living honestly before yourself, others and God. I don't strive to be like you in your musical style, but rather to be myself and the woman God has made me to be. Your work inspires me further to be true to myself, who God has made me and how He has been involved in my life. I want to make my own unique mark. :) I could write much more, but simply want you to know what a blessing your music is. I know you are a mere human with strengths and weaknesses like the rest of us, and I do pray that God will bless you with courage, strength and His wisdom to keep forging ahead with your work. with love, Cheryl

Madeline and Family December 27, 2006 • 12:31 AM

Sara- you are such an inspiration to me. i think you are such a beautiful women of god. may the heavenly father richly bless you and your family in all that you do. i am still very young but i still want to encourage yuo to keep doing good for god. my family calls it G.F.G.

Marcie December 26, 2006 • 12:39 AM

Someone introduced me to Sara Groves in the summer of 1999. She gave me a tape of "Past the Wishing" that they had gotten when Sara came to do a concert at her college. This created a deep connection between myself and another friend that worked at camp with me; when we would write, we would often quote lyrics from Sara's songs. When one of us was going through a valley, Sara's lyrics were shared. I can sit with any of her CD's and pick a time in my life when I felt that way; as I grow and learn who God would have me to be, I count Sara's songs as a part of that growth. It's not so much being star-struck as it is being connected; it's her honesty and being real that makes me feel that, in some ways, she writes the songs for me.

Laura December 26, 2006 • 01:49 AM

Thanks for your music. It has spoken to my heart in so many ways. You speak truth and bring out the realness of life that helps all of us to know that struggles are a part of life and that all we can do is hang onto God. We live and serve overseas and see and hurt for the many injustices of a developing country. Thank you for being a voice for those that are hurting as well. God Bless you!

Dennis Sherrerd December 24, 2006 • 07:50 PM

Sara, My daughter sent me a couple of your songs about a year ago. Now I'm sure I have every song you have ever recorded. Last week my wife and flew from Nebraska to Seattle to hear your concert. I was very sad when it was canciled because of the power outage. But some day I will again get on a plane and go to hear you. Recently I played some of your sings and printed the words so my small group from church could hear how wonderfull you are. You probably noteced a surge in your CD sales!! Hearing you sing has brought much joy to my life. Dennis S

Ben & Terri Ransom December 23, 2006 • 06:58 PM

We are focusing on Rwanda as an outreach. We have developed a bicycle trailer that can easily be built using local materials, costs little and transports up to 500 lbs. Street orphans will use them as taxis, and to deliver goods of all types. There is an ambulance trailer which will be used in the parishes and hospitals. If you'd like to see the trailers please respond and we'll send you the information. Thank you for your witness and expression of His love. We look forward to hearing from you. Your friends, Ben & Terri Ransom

Jessica December 23, 2006 • 08:51 AM

Sara, My husband and I received your "Station Wagon" album yesterday as a Christmas gift from a good friend who went to your concert here in the Twin Cities. We listened to it this morning with our 5-month old smiling near by and I cried through the entire thing...thank you :)

Tara Livesay December 22, 2006 • 10:08 PM

Sara- In 2001 I was angry at God and not interested in making up. I was raised in a Christian home, but had a rough few years. I saw you in Okoboji Iowa at a Bible Conference I grew up attending, you were promoting your Conversations Album ---- that day is now recognized as a turning point for me and the beginning of healing. Fast forward to 2006 --- My husband and I and our five kids moved to Haiti to work as missionaries. We listen to one of your albums weekly and are ministered to by how real you are. We only hope we can be that transparent too ... thanks for letting God use you! Tara in Haiti

Tonya December 22, 2006 • 05:36 PM

Is there anyway to order only the Station Wagon CD, as opposed to the CD package? I've looked everywhere for it and can't find it! I'm trying to buy it for several of my friends who are new mothers! Thank you!

Jason December 22, 2006 • 02:27 PM

Hey Sara, I just wanted to tell you, that your song "Remember Surrender" touches my heart and soul. Keep up the good work and never get discouraged! God Bless

Jean-Marie Andrew December 22, 2006 • 12:43 AM

Sara, I just picked up your latest CD - Add to the Beauty - and reading your message on line, I am sure that this CD is meant for me at this moment in my life. I saw you in concert when you were in the Louisville KY area a few years ago. I was in a period of sturggle then and your CD Conversations spoke so clearly to me and gave me strength and hope. I also connected with the songs on The Other Side of Something. Today I was looking to replace my copy of Conversations - I had shared it with a friend, something I have done several times, but this time.. I think she needed to keep the CD and I realized that I was missing the encouragement of your words. The store I was in did not have Conversations, the only CD behind your tab was your latest CD and the titles alone speak volumes! I cannot wait to see how God uses your spirit in this collection of songs! Sometimes it is very hard to write - when you are busy with life.. husband, kids and career. I am a writer, I journal and it is in those moments when I allow myself to step away from the world and put pen to paper that I am able to breathe in God's spirit. You have a gift and I thank you for allowing God to work thru you to touch many, many lives. Blessings to you and your family this Christmas season! JM

Mary Catherine McAnnally December 22, 2006 • 01:08 AM

Sara- Your music has been an inspirational part of my life since the ninth grade. I hadn't heard of you prior to that, but every day since then has been made better with your amazing understanding of the human faith illustrated in your music. Now, I'm a senior in high school, and preparing to decide what to "be when I grow up." A friend of mine and I are determined to head to Africa after college and do mission work there. Ever since I heard your peform "Esther" at a small church in Birmingham a few years ago, I've known that Africa is where I need to be. My request for you, Sara's dad, is that somehow, Sara reads this. I would love for her to write my good friend Patrick a note of encouragement to help him along. He knows his calling, he just needs a push. I'm sure her schedule is packed and this is an unreasonable request, but it would mean so much to me and to him. We love Sara's music - it's such a big part of both our faiths. A letter from her would be the best Christmas present I can imagine. Thank you for reading! With hope, MC

A December 21, 2006 • 01:10 AM

We've loved your music at our house. Thank you so much for everything you've brought to the lives of your listeners. -A

Robin December 20, 2006 • 11:51 PM

After recently getting engaged, I purchased your CD. I started laughing out loud when I heard the song "All I Need". I haven't even registered for gifts yet and I am already feeling that I "must" have all the right things. Your song was a great reminder about what really is important and how easy it is for stuff to get in the way. Thanks for writing from your heart and being so real. God bless. Hope to see you play Dallas/FW someday.

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brian sweeney December 20, 2006 • 12:52 AM

Hi Sara, My wife Colette and I have only recently discovered your music,through Christian tv,prompting us to buy Conversations and Add to the Beauty,two very beautiful yet different albums .Both of them inspiring prayer and worship of Our Blessed Lord Jesus.We would love to know if you have any plans to visit the UK,especially Scotland,We have a Christian Festival just taking off over the last few years called Frenzy,get your management to check it out as I'm sure we'd all be blest if this was to happen,and we'd even take your Family and ours to share in the fabulous Scottish scenery. May You and Yours have a Holy & Peaceful Christmas. God Bless.Brian

Rebekah December 19, 2006 • 10:04 PM

Hi Sara, my husband and I attended your concert at Grace Fellowship with Allen Levi and Chris Williams. We had an awesome time. We loved you all! Allen's music was so entertaining and truthful. Chris' muisc rich in harmony and beautiful lyrics. Your music has a special place with me. I have felt and thought what you are singing but you put them into words and music. I love Fly, All I want, The One Thing I Know and many more. Thank you so much for being so talented to put my feelings into beautiful music. I can't wait to get your new CD and the Nomad DVD. It was at the top of my Christmas list. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!! God Bless you and your family.

Bill Meyer December 19, 2006 • 01:40 PM

I am trying to locate the sheet music book for "Conversations." Is that still available? It was out of print on Amazon.

jk December 18, 2006 • 02:05 PM

sara could you tell me please are your cds available here in the uk or do we contact via the internet only to purchase? God Bless you and your Family jk

PHILIPH December 18, 2006 • 01:28 AM

Hi sara,my sisster in christ your music has blessed me so much.evrytime i listen to your music a renewed spirit emerges within me.Thanks to God for you.Its a great talent you have to spread the gospel of jesus christ through music.may the lord bless u Amen.

Lindsay December 17, 2006 • 09:09 PM

It is our family's strong faith that has pulled us through the past year and a half since my father's death, but my faith has been wavering lately. Sometimes I just feel so...numb and alone. I was in the basement this evening, in my dad's office which is now filled with clutter. It had literally been months since I was last in that room, and as I opened the door I found myself surrounded by wonderful memories of him. In a box of his things, I found your cd "all right here." I took it to my room and began to play it, and immediately I was at peace with the fact that my faith has been fuzzy at best. I knew it was going to be okay, and that what I was feeling was "less like breakdown, more like surrender." Thank you for your beautiful music.

Annie December 17, 2006 • 01:28 PM

Hi Sara, I like your sing last Sunday. From, Annie Carey

bob December 16, 2006 • 09:02 PM

sara I have loved your music for many years. I live in south minneapolis now so I hope some day get to hear you in person. Your voice is so beautiful and your music has really brought me into worshiping our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Keep on singing and writting songs that point us to Him.

Nancy December 16, 2006 • 12:09 AM

Sara....I love your music....it gets better every year!

Brandy December 14, 2006 • 02:18 AM

I always thought that writing artists and teeling them that a song was inspirational was cheesey. But, here I am. In October of 2005, tragedy hit my life and I was in shock and developed a major depression. After trying (and failing) to take my life on Oct. 4, I had hit an all-time low. I went to a concert a couple weeks later (and right now I can't remember who it was, maybe Jars of Clay?) Anyway, you were opening and I had never heard of you before that night. I ended up buying an album of yours. I fell in love with a couple of songs, but after much therapy and working through the hard stuff in my life, I found a new favorite. "Less like scars". I literally played that song approximately 12 times a day. I went to sleep with it playing, drove to work with playing, I did everything to that song. It was on repeat for about 9 months straight. Every word of it has spoken to me. God totally brought me through that really rough time in my life, but the lyrics in that song have been so powerful as they truly describe my process over the past 15 months. Thanks

Grace December 12, 2006 • 10:15 PM

Thank you so much for the wonderful concert at Eagle Brook. My Mom and I were so touched by your songs. I believe you will make a big difference in the world as one of God's people. Come back soon.

Diane December 12, 2006 • 07:15 PM

Sara, What a blessing to be at your concert at Eagle Brook Church December 11. Thank you for allowing God to use the gifts He has given you to minister to others. Your personal stories had me laughing out loud one minute and dabbing tears the next. Thank you! Diane

Linda S. December 12, 2006 • 11:44 AM

Thank you for a wonderful evening Sara. Last night, 12/11, at Eagle Brook was delightful. I hesitate to call it a concert because it felt so much more like sitting in your living room. You are incredibly genuine and down-to-earth. I was always surprised, when I happened to turn my head, to see the other 2,000+ woman who were sharing this experience. I talked with a friend who had been sitting in a different area and she agreed that it was a unique experience. The audience seemed so quiet and respectful that the immensity of the crowd vanished. It was an incredibly calming time. Thank you, and thank God for the gifts he has blessed you with. You husband and boys are very blessed to have you. Your Sister in Christ, Linda

Melanie December 12, 2006 • 12:56 AM

Thank you for sharing you ministry this evening at Eagle Brook Church. The music was beautiful. I love the way your songs are written and the way that you vocally interpret them. You have such a unique and appealing sound! I loved what you said about the burning desire that God gives us to pursue his call on our lives. And that he equips us to be able to fulfill that call. This is what I needed to hear! My heart was literally burning as you were speaking and the Lord revealed to me his call on my life. You have dramatically impacted my life with your words and I will remember it forever! Thank you and God Bless You!

Donna December 12, 2006 • 12:50 AM

I had the priveledge of being at your concert at Eagle Brook Church tonight. What a gift! Thank you for singing, "'Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus"! It was beautiful! I recently sent the words to that hymn to a friend, and it was so sweet to hear them tonight. I, too, want to add to the beauty. Keep shining you light! Donna

Steve December 11, 2006 • 01:08 PM

Beautiful music at the Ryman. Your Christmas song (True?) was moving. I would love get a recording somehow. Your songwriting was unique and heartfelt. Thank you for sharing your gift.

Barbara BAttle December 11, 2006 • 11:52 AM

Is your Christmas song recorded? It is beautiful!

dré (You Are the Son) December 11, 2006 • 12:06 AM

Sara, whasup sis!!! It's dré... the guy in virginia beach who now has chords to the song "You Are The Son" (yesssss). Just wanted to encourage you and say: keep allowing the Lord to use you in writing the soundtrack to "a better story" (that is inspiring and provoking something beautiful in all those who have an "ear to hear"). i'm listening. So thank you again for all of the obedience, transparency, sacrificial giving, and "little things done with great love" from you and your awesome family (your husband troy, your sons, your dad, ect.). Your music is great and you guys are all a real big blessing! You all have my prayers, support, and friendship.

Susie December 10, 2006 • 11:08 PM

Thanks for doing the benefit you did tonight at London Bridge Baptist in Virginia Beach. Capernaum was thrilled and honored to have you. I am a parent of a Capernaum member and she was very excited that she met you and actually got to eat dinner with you.Thanks again for your support of our young people with disabilities. Your music is wonderful..what a blessing.

Kidron Turner December 10, 2006 • 05:08 PM

I love your music. You just came to my church and did a concert with Allen Levi and Christopher Williams, and I really enjoyed it. I especially love the song "add to the beauty", and i was wondering if there is a way for me to get the piano sheet music for it. Come Back to grace soon!

Marsha Resch December 09, 2006 • 10:36 PM

Sara, I just got home from your concert with Allen Levi and Christopher Williams at Grace Fellowship Church in Timonium, Maryland, and had to tell you what a great experience it was!! Your voice is what I would imagine an angel's voice to be like, and I am looking forward to playing your new CD, which my sister bought for me after the concert as my Christmas gift! Thank you for the gifts you so beautifully share!! Blessings, and Merry Christmas!! Marsha Resch

Sadie December 09, 2006 • 07:16 PM

Thanks so much! I own all your work and listen to it daily. You sing what I feel in my heart. Thank You for being so heart felt about the Lord. He is faithful to finish a good work. Thanks for sharing yours.

Heather December 09, 2006 • 10:53 AM

I attended your concert at Fairfax Community Church last night. What a blessing! Thank you for the songs you shared. God spoke through you.

Doug Parkins December 08, 2006 • 07:49 PM

Your voice is heavenly and your messages awesome. Each time I go on-line to see if you are in our area of PA (Lancaster) I just miss you and you're off to the mid-west again. I guess I need to check you web site more often. God bless you Sara and keep singing to Him.

Evelyn December 07, 2006 • 07:30 PM

I love your music! I play piano, so the songs with piano on them are my favorites. A lot of the songs you've written apply to my life in some way and have helped me when I was struggling. "This Journey is my Own" on Conversations is probably my all - time favorite. It reminds us that God holds us accountably for everything we do, and we need to pay attention to what we do.

Sarah December 07, 2006 • 06:56 PM

Your music is so awesome, i love listening to it.

Caylin December 07, 2006 • 03:59 PM

I just recently listened to Breath Of Heaven--its the first song of yours that I had ever listened to!!Your voice is soo beatiful---I just love it!!

Robbie December 06, 2006 • 10:55 PM

Sara . . . I was in the CD area with my young adult child. I didn't have a clue who you were, but there you were and Add to the Beauty was the title. It called and so there it was for three days on the kitchen table unplayed, while the Lord had his way with me and I kept trying to have the faith and trust to listen. I did, clumsily and tentatively, listening to other lyrics and music that helped me along some. Today Sara, there was your CD still unwrapped . . calling again. And on my way to the work he has for me to do in this wounded world, there were your lyrics and beautiful music, confirming all the things He's been trying to help me with . . . Thank you. Blessings.

Sarah December 06, 2006 • 03:59 PM

Sara, thank you for the beautiful Christmas concert last Friday night in Owatonna. I've seen you in concert at most of your Minnesota shows, and each time I leave feeling so encouraged and inspired. Thank you!! The Christmas music was wonderful, and it was so refreshing to be celebrating the true meaning of Christmas. To anyone in the Minnesota area: Go to Lino Lakes for Sara's Christmas concert!

Megan December 06, 2006 • 02:31 PM

Hey Sara! I love your music. I was so excited to see you live when you came to Ohio last weekend. Your music and words are beautiful along with your family. Keep singing and being amazing. Meg

Perry Basile December 06, 2006 • 02:24 AM

Thank you so much for your music and writings. They have touched me like no other artist. One of several favorite songs you written is “maybe there’s a loving God.” I really use to sit in the backyard looking up at the stars and question everything. Now, I backpack and lie out in fields and look to the sky. I think about your song and how true it was to me. I could go one and one about your songs. I have been writing poetry on and off over the years and I find it scary how similar we write about things. I think you do it so much more eloquently. Thanks again for you music and sharing it with us. Perry Basile

Ivan Gentry December 05, 2006 • 08:36 PM

My wife, Heidi, and I were really wanting to have a baby. When we got pregnant your song "You Cannot Lose My Love" really took on new meaning for both of us. We lost that baby, our first, in utero, and we were really torn. We knew that God had a plan for us, and that everything was part of his plan. Over a year later we have a beautiful son, Isaiah, whom we love more than anything. While we are thankful every day for our child we will never forget our first, and your song will always remind us of both of our children.

Harriet Calcaterra December 05, 2006 • 12:21 AM

Hello Sara (and hello Sara's Dad), Your music absolutely hugs us and pushes us right into the arms of Jesus. Thank you. My daughter, who was at one of your first concerts in the Chicago area, is searching for the piano music to your testimony song, "Awakening." I have been looking too but have been unable to find it. When you have time, could you tell me where you've tucked it. Thank you and God bless!

Harriet Calcaterra December 05, 2006 • 12:19 AM

Rebecca December 05, 2006 • 07:13 AM

I just wanted to say thank you. Of all the music I own I consistently return to your albums because of your Biblically sound and encouraging lyrics, not to mention that I like the sound! I pray that God continues to work through you and your voice, thank you for sharing your talent.

Tim Mrva December 05, 2006 • 12:52 AM

Hi Sara, My wife, Cindy, and I saw you at Wesley United Methodist church in Bloomington, IL last month and we really enjoyed the concert. I write the music review for the newsletter for Halas and Phos, and I reviewed "Add To The Beauty" in the December issue. I would like you to see the review, so that you will know how much your music has blessed us. You can receive a copy of the review by writing to us at the e-mail address included in this post or by going to our site and signing up for our newsletter. Your music speaks to us in ways that few other singer/songwriters have. Blessings In Christ, Tim Mrva

Heather December 03, 2006 • 09:14 PM

I don't know how much it takes to do what you do, but please know that your songs point people to the Lord...and that is the greatest thing anyone can do!! You are making an eternal difference:-) I am in a transition in my life right now, trying to figure out what I am suppose to be doing with it. Sometimes I can't really describe how I am feeling to God, but then I will hear a song and it expresses exactly how I feel. Then, when I realize how I am feeling, I am able to talk to the Lord about it. Thank you for making music that helps people talk to the Lord:-)

Ed Stielstra December 03, 2006 • 02:23 PM

I recently listened to your program with Anita Lustria and thoroughly enjoyed your enthusiam about life and your desire to share it with others. My wife, Tasha, and I have a similar excitement to live but instead of using music to reach out we have sled dogs. I know..... sled dogs? Anyway, we would like to offer you and your family free dog sled rides as a thank you for doing so much for others. Thank you again for sharing so much life! p.s. Your music is beautiful!!!!!

Roxanne May Wilda December 03, 2006 • 06:23 AM

Sara,you have just continued to grow more and more beautiful with time! He is working through you

Lacy December 02, 2006 • 08:11 PM

Hi Sara! When Conversations was first released it quickly became my favorite. Your music has continued to be my top choice through the years. I never get tired of listening to your music because it is so real and so human. When I am in hard situations there is always a song of yours that relates to my current needs. I have told others at various times and about various songs, "This song was made for me." Thank you so much for being so open and honest in your writing. Your music touches lives.

Jane December 02, 2006 • 08:06 PM

Hey Sara, thanks so much for your music. You are awesome!

Erin Leigh December 01, 2006 • 11:44 PM

Sara, About 2 years ago, you played at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. I was randomly visiting a friend there and we decided to go to the show, but learned later that the words you shared would be so providential in my life... no "random" involved with the Lord! I am 22 years old, and restless is an understatement for how I feel about where I am now with all that I want to do and be a part of. Last year, as I was declaring a major and getting things sorted with "what I am going to be when I grow up", I was in constant prayer amidst confusion and anxiety over making decisions. I have always wanted to go into journalism, particularly internationally and in 3rd world countries giving voice to the hopeless. One night at church, the Lord brought your words to my unsettled heart - to protest the chaos with beauty. In a world that gets me down by poverty, death, disease, and worst of all, apathy, God told me that I can change that for those around me. So, thanks. I am adding the beauty in a field filled with muck, lies, and deceit. Keep singing and adding beauty to the lives in the "random" places. I cannot begin to imagine the far reaches of people that the Lord is touching through your ministry. your sister, Erin Leigh

Rachel December 01, 2006 • 05:23 PM

Hey Sara. I really love your music. I only have your one C.D. of yours, but I listen to it all the time. It is really encouraging to hear you sing about the hard things in life, because it makes me feel like I'm not the only one going through that. You really inspire me. Thank you.

rolf December 01, 2006 • 04:23 PM

Unfortunately the filter on this site makes it impossible for me to tell you a touching story from Romania involving your song "this journey is my own. Me myself - I'm Norwegian, engaged in orphan kids in Romania

Sandy Carwile December 01, 2006 • 12:31 AM

Hey Sara, I am a long time listener of your music. Through the years your words have often spoken to where I am in life and walk with God. About 5 1/2 years ago you came to a New Year's Eve concert in Greensboro, NC for Campus Crusade for Christ and you joined all the CCC staff moms for a special luncheon where I had the opportunity to meet you and talk with you which was so much fun. (You played "You Cannot Lose My Love" for us before it was released). I just wanted to thank you for your music especially in my present season. 2 1/2 months ago, my husband and I gave birth to our 4th child, who had serious life-threatening health issues. In those first few days of her life, I mentally sang over and over the words of "Prayers for this child" which has always been a favorite, but it had a whole new level of meaning for me and really expressed the cry of my heart. So many of your songs have spoken to me in the midst of the most difficult journey my husband and I have walked through in our relationship with God. Songs like "He's Always Been Faithful" and "Going Home" have been a needed reminder alongside of God's Word that God will indeed be ever present in this situation. Most of all, I appreciate and sing with heartfelt faith and trust in the words of "It's Going to be Alright". It is so precious to be to be 2 1/2 months further done the road and to have already experienced so much of God's provision and faithfulness and to not only to choose to believe by faith it is going to be alright, but to believe it with all that I am. Thank you for your personal walk with the Lord that inspires you to write the words that have ministered to me and my family during this difficult and painful experience in our lives.

John Delow December 01, 2006 • 12:28 AM

Thanks for your music!

Charla Gunderson December 01, 2006 • 12:20 AM

I seen you in concert once. It was in Red Deer, Alberta, and you were wearing a brown blouse with white poke-a-dots. Not that you remember every concert, but I am struck by the depth of your lyrics for how young you are. I write, and am always looking to convict and stretch the hearts of the few who hear. I love harmonizing with you in our car. One of the many lines of yours I like "every heart has so much history, its my favorite place to start". May you continue to seek God's heart for inspired lyrics. Bye.

Aimeé Young November 30, 2006 • 11:16 PM

Sara, your music has been my life's voice. It seems that every song speaks so strongly to me. Your lyrics are so real and your voice is pure. There is only truth to your music. I can't listen to your music without singing along with all of my emotion. My entire family has been transformed by the gift God has given you to speak to hearts.

Aimeé Young November 30, 2006 • 11:12 PM

My 4 and 2-year olds love Station Wagon. I remember listening to Fast Asleep one evening while doing dishes and my 3-year old at the time walked up to me so sincerely and said, "Mommy, do you want to dance with me?" I almost started crying right then. My husband has loved Conversations ever since he first heard me sing "Great is thy Faithfulness" at church. And now "Stir my Heart", which has been my constant theme over the past few years has now found its way to his heart and is breaking down walls. Many thanks to your talent and willingness to share all of it. Especially the difficult times.

Aimeé Young November 30, 2006 • 11:10 PM

Are you planning to release more music without vocals? There are so many I wish to share with the congregation, but I can only find sheet music.

Aimee Young November 30, 2006 • 11:04 PM

Thank You for you beautiful and heartfelt music.

Keve November 30, 2006 • 09:19 PM

As an oboist who yearns to play music that touches the soul, I appreciate your voice and beautiful songwriting. You are a reminder to just live your life's mission. I hope you get out to Los Angeles. We need you out here.

John Thomson November 30, 2006 • 06:29 PM

Yesterday I drove a single mother and grandmother 600 miles round trip to pick up their son from prison after 15 consecutive years. I wanted to tell him God had a plan for his life as Mom Carter told me many years ago but something held me back. Maybe because I knew the odds that were against him. Knowing y'all will be at the Medical Center this Christmas time I pray you will continue to carry on the legacy of touching the hearts of prisoners lives.

Jason November 30, 2006 • 11:48 AM

Wow i just have to say your music is so amazing and inspiring. I am sure you heard the same thing from every single other person who signs this guestbook. not to say im better than them. Actually i dont know what other say. All I have to say is ive been listening to you ever since my friend got me into your adding to the beuty album. al I can say is WOW. on sad or down days its good to listen to the song "its going to be alright" It seems that i always have been lacking on sleep, and God knows this and understand. So thank you for being a good model and creating some wonderful amazing music A listener-

jason November 30, 2006 • 02:02 AM

Its amazing how God uses your music to melt my heart. Thank you. There are a handful of your songs that just really speak to me every time I hear them. Thanks

The Fike Family November 29, 2006 • 08:02 PM

Sara, Where have you been? Maybe I should have said, where have I been? I saw you on tv the other day and went right out and bought your newest cd. That's probably the first time since Keith Green that I've done that! Kind of tells you a little about my age eh? God bless you and yours and thank you for the wonderful words. I hope that someday in the near future you will be in the Lancaster, PA area. We will keep looking for you.

Mary Wolfe November 29, 2006 • 07:12 PM

Hi Sara's dad. How special it is that you are able to contribute to your talented daughter's career. I am trying to find a "karokee" version of "Fly" from the "All Right Here" CD. My husband's birthday is 12/10 and I wanted to serinade him as a surprise. I've met Sara a few times, once on a cruise to Alaska (the woman with the braces) and at a church in Riverside. She is aces with me. I know the music would be avail. in a songbook, but I would really like the whole version with the pretty violin and background vocals. If there is any way the CD is out there in circulation, could you please let me know?

lynn November 28, 2006 • 08:47 PM

Your sister Katie has been a wonderful counselor and minister to our family as she works at Shelterwood with our son. While home over the Thanksgiving break we were at church and a young lady sang one of your songs, The Journey is my Own, as the special. It was pretty cool for him to have a connnection to something in church. It is still a struggle with Christianity for him but every little nudge from above is helpful. This was a pretty neat link for all of us. Thanks!

Alana Messer November 28, 2006 • 05:49 PM

Thankyou for singing my hearts cry. I just heard a song I think called Awakening. Oh my. I have been struggling with hurt and the deisre to allow God to rekindle all that I desired as a child and young woman. We have been in ministry for a while and I have found myself tired and hurt the past few years. I have been seeking all week for hope and for God to speak to me. It was through opening a myspace, silly at my age, that I found this song. I have cried all day, but, for a different reason than yesterday. I am being renewed. I just needed this song to help open the door to my heart. Thankyou Alana

Larry Dearstone November 28, 2006 • 03:28 PM

Sara You may not recall who I am, but I was in college with you in Springfield. I left after some shameful behavior. I am currently living in Iowa with my wife and two children. I was also unaware that you were Sara Groves. How Cool! Ladies in our study group from church were talking about a recent conference where you provided music. I remember you as a very transparent person. Kind, gentle and humble with a heart for Christ. Good for you and better for God. Will you be performing anywhere near NE Iowa in the future? Larry Dearstone

Cheryl Voth November 28, 2006 • 02:06 PM

I love your music. Keep up the great work!!

Julia November 27, 2006 • 06:04 PM

Sara, you played at my college 12 years ago. You played songs from your album "Conversations". I remembered how wonderful and powerful your music was and called my college today to see if they happened to have a list of who had performed in chapel. My exact words were: it was a woman and a piano and she had a cd out. The woman on the phone said: was it Sara Groves? Then I found out you'll be in my area in about three weeks. I am very much looking forward to seeing you perform. Your music stayed with me all these years. Thank you.

Kaye Sparks November 27, 2006 • 04:22 PM

My mom and I have been treasuring your music ever since she heard you in a Michael Card concert. I love all of your music. Your song Esther has particularly ministered to me as I want to be a missionary in Africa one day. That song brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it. Thanks Sara!

TT November 27, 2006 • 01:45 PM

Sara, You and your music is so inspiring to me! I especially love the song "Great is Thy Faithfulness." I pressed repeat and listened to you singing that song for like a thousand times! :> Thank you for being a light for Jesus in this dark world! God has given you amazing talents! To Him be all the glory!

Dick Gruber November 27, 2006 • 08:55 AM

Sara, I tell your story to my students each semester. I can remember you sitting on the piano bench while your mom directed my kids' in public school music programs. Darlene and I pray for you all often. God bless you this Christmas season.

Travis November 26, 2006 • 10:33 PM

Rachel- You can purchase the songbook for the "Conversations" album from Gra'ssroots Music. (I had to put the apostrophe in there because it thought it was a cuss word) :) Enjoy!

Rachel November 26, 2006 • 12:07 AM

Hi, does anyone know where I might find piano sheet music for the song "Generations"? I love Sara's music. Every song speaks right to the heart

Madeline Roth November 26, 2006 • 03:14 AM

Dear Sara and family, thank you for "adding to the beauty!" God used your song "Why it Matters" to answer a prayer the other night. I'm a mother of three small ones and I often have spent my late nights grappling with God over my desire to be a part of the Arts again. I was kind of seeking a confirmation from Him, about wether I should pursue my heart's desires to sing, act, write songs, etc., and I went to the TV and there you were singing Why it Matters! I had never seen you perform before-and for you to be singing my hearts cry was a sweet, personal answer from God! love, Madeline

Stephanie November 25, 2006 • 03:52 AM

Dear Sarah.The first time I saw you, you were on the cover of Todays Christian Woman's magazine. I read your story and thought "How could a woman who is blessed with a great husband, kids, and career possibly have any anger with God". Especially since I was lonely, depressed, and angry with God at the time. Then I was watching one of the local Christian stations late at nite. I was switching through the stations and there you were with your band. The words you sang touched something deep in me. I don't know you, but I believe God had me awake that morning to hear you sing. I listened to every song, and because I listened I know you have a heart for God. Pray for me Sarah. GBU

Mark Orfila November 25, 2006 • 12:40 AM

My wife and I are missionaries in Kosovo. We just heard the song "Station Wagon", and it really touched us. We wanted to download the album on iTunes. I found a lot of Sara's other stuff there but not that album. Will the album be available on iTunes anytime soon?

Sheri November 23, 2006 • 02:19 AM

Sara, thank you so very much for your wonderful music. You and your songs are on my permanent favorite list. My daughter, Sarah, is also a big fan. I cannot count the times the lyrics from one of your songs has popped into my head and encouraged me. Thank you for letting your talents shine and for allowing God to use you to 'add to the beauty' of this world with your music. Keep it up! I pray you and your family are blessed bountifully from Heaven. And bless your musical career as well. Sheri Larsen Des Moines, Washington

Natvin Goolaman November 22, 2006 • 11:57 PM

(cont'd from above .... again problems with the site....) Hey, if you're ever in the Caribbean, swing by Saint Lucia and look us up, we will probably be overwhelmed, but we'll try to keep from fainting:-) Infact, consider yourself officially invited. Stay strong in the Lord, continue your good work and may He bless you immensely. From your #1 fan in the Caribbean (sounds cliche but it's true) NAT

Natvin Goolaman November 22, 2006 • 11:52 PM

(this is a continuation from above as the site encountered some problems...) Anyway... Please continue singing and writing because you are definitely touching hearts and impacting lives.

Natvin Goolaman November 22, 2006 • 11:31 PM

Hi Sara, I am from the tiny island of Saint Lucia (in the Caribbean). I have always been a HUGE fan of "alternative" Christian Music, and I am very much in love with your music. It really blesses my heart and lifts me spiritually. I know all the honour goes to God, but I must say that I am truly a fan. I manage a local Christian radio station where I also do a segment called "The Drive @ 5" where I play strictly "Alternative" CCM and I am happy to say that, although people here were not used to this genre of music, since we started airing you, you have made many fans down here. My sister is totally in love with your music, especially "You are the Sun." (She says Hi too, by the way).

denise derocher November 22, 2006 • 09:31 PM

You have been such a blessing to me, Sara. Your songs are always picking me up, making me feel un-alone, reminding me how much Jesus loves me and how great He is. Song after song seems like it's written just for me and also for everyone else.....that's the Holy Spirit, working through you. Keep listening to Him!! I heard you speak at the Hearts at Home women's conference in Lansing, MI a few weeks ago. You were talking about how you had gone through a phase of retreating from the world. I'm in one now. It feels a little like fearfulness....I don't want to watch ANY T.V., read any papers, talk about bad things.....I just want to focus on Him and 'add to the beauty' whenever I can. The news of the world wears me out. I was so blessed to hear you talk about how you went through a similar thing and I was inspired to see how you came through it and ended up reaching out to war torn, poverty stricken places. Praise God from whom all blessings flow. You definitely flow from Him. I'm very grateful for you. Denise DeRocher Your biggest fan!

Kelly November 22, 2006 • 03:19 PM

Wow~just saw that you'll be joining the "Behold the Lamb of God" show. Awesome!I went last year to a smaller church version & was deeply touched. Anyone that can; should definately go to this one! Have a great Thanksgiving & Wonderful Christmas Too!

Alena November 22, 2006 • 11:17 AM

Sara- I can't even describe how your songs have affected me. I discovered Painting Pictures of Egypt recently, and I love it. It's such an amazing song, and it really captivates the feeling I know well: of painting pictures of the old places and wanting to go back, but realizing that I've learned too much to fit back there. Sometimes the future is scary when you don't know what it holds, but you've just got to trust in God and His plan. Thank you for all your other songs that I could describe as well but would go over the limit of 2000 characters. I listen to your songs whenever I need strength or healing. Thank you again.

Hillari November 22, 2006 • 03:32 AM

Cool guestbook, interesting information... Keep it UP. excellent site i really like your stuff.

angela November 19, 2006 • 11:09 PM

saw Sara on real videos yesterday and they showd the website so i thought id see whats on it.i live un kenya(east africa incase ur wondering).just to let you know that ur music is reaching the world-at least as far as kenya.wat iv read on ur site(in the bout sara part where u talk about ur grandparents and friends) is like "wow,wat God can do with a life". hope i make a difference like that too. God bless u tons. i have a friend who wants u to sing at her wedding(sha has like a dream list of singers) so if by anychance you end up in Kenya that would be God answering her prayer.Ha!

Ashley B. November 19, 2006 • 08:14 PM

I love your song "Going Home"

luke November 19, 2006 • 07:22 PM

it is my life's ambition to add to the beauty. thanks for your part in that.

Jordan November 19, 2006 • 07:10 PM

Dear Sara, Your music makes my kids stop crying and whining in the car. Praise God! They love the sounds of both your voice and your child's voice on Station Wagon. No matter how unruly they are, the sound of your child singing "Angels Watching Over Me" makes them look at each other and laugh hysterically. I like that so much better than me screaming at the top of my lungs "Stop!" just so we don't get in a car accident because I'm distracted. Your music may not just change a life....but also save a life.

Stephen Hensel November 18, 2006 • 08:31 PM

These past few years my girlfriend and I have been trying to be school teachers. I would be lying if I said I didn't sometimes feel inadequate when we've been trying to do something great for God. However,and this is a big however, we have been greatly encouraged. I was handed a copy of your live recording of "Loving a Person". Thank you and may God bless you.

Karla Anderson November 18, 2006 • 01:32 PM

I love your music. What an answer to prayer. I saw you in concert in Billings, MT on May 12, 2006. I had heard a little of your music before that, but not a whole lot. I loved the concert. It was so inspirational to here all you had to say. You are so good at what you do. Thanks for the inspiration.

Sunshine Peterson November 17, 2006 • 03:05 PM

Hi Sara, I just wanted to let you know how much the lyrics of your songs have touched my life. This past week I have been singing and humming, almost nonstop, "I just showed up for my own life" and it's really helped me to realize that I need to pay attention to what God has given me in my life NOW. Not look at it from a distance, but be a part of it and do what He wants me to do. I know this may sound trivial, but it has made a great impact on my heart and mind. Anyway, I want you to know how much you have impacted my life, but I can't seem to put it all to words. God has greatly gifted you & I'm glad you are able to share that gift with so many! Drop a line if you can, but I know you are very busy! I'm a college student and can relate to a busy schedule! With love in Him, Sunshine

Sara Call November 17, 2006 • 11:13 AM

I am enjoying your website for the first time. It is a great way to get to know your work. Just a note, the scroll bars on "about Sara" and "the road" only scroll the far right side of the box and not the whole text! Blessings

Amanda November 17, 2006 • 02:15 AM

Excellent site, added to favorites!!+

Lacey Sapp November 16, 2006 • 05:32 PM

Hey Sara, It is me Lacey. I love you! I listen to your music everyday. Hope to see you soon. Lacey

Cindy November 16, 2006 • 02:58 PM

Hello, I heard you for the first time this past weekend at the Hearts at Home conference in Rochester, MN. I am a Mom of 4 children and so enjoyed and was inspired by your music and "mom stories" you shared. I purchased your cd and listen to your encouraging words daily now as I go about my hectic day! The song that touches me the most is "It's Going To Be aAlright." As you well know being a busy Mom and wife can be a challenge but keeping the faith and holding our heads high we know it will be alright! :) Thanks Sara!!---Cindy

Ariel N. November 16, 2006 • 02:53 AM

Greetings Sara! I work as a radiodj on Radio Dei which is the only christian radio chanel here in Finland. I have played your music, liked your voice and your songs very much! You are the sun is my favourite, it brings light. Because I live in Finland, we don't have much sun and light in winter times. Your song brings me the hope of getting through the winter easily:) Keep up the good work, meanwhile we continue playing your music here in Finland.

Mark Overfors November 15, 2006 • 09:45 PM

Greetings from St. Cloud! (MN) Thanks for the honesty in your music. We don't need to fake it....God sees it all anyway! Greetings to Faith! Her dad's a great friend and mentor to me.

Chelsa Veers November 15, 2006 • 04:04 PM

I saw Sara perform for the first time at the Hearts at home conference. It was amazing!!!!!! I am hoping to see her in concert very soon.

Phil Putnam November 15, 2006 • 02:54 PM

Sara, I want to thank you for "Maybe There's a Loving God." This song never fails to inspire gratitude in me for your work, as you do something in this song that is far too rare in Christian cultures these days: you give dignity to the misfit. While I am a fan of all of your work, this song has stood out from my first listen. Additionally, I have just released my 4th CD and included a cover of "Jeremiah" on it. I'd love to share it with you. If you'd like to receive a copy, reply back and I'll make sure it gets to you. Best, Phil Putnam

Acacia November 15, 2006 • 02:31 PM

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Abbie November 15, 2006 • 11:04 AM

Great site and excellent resource you have. I think it\'s very cool.

Jessica Roberts November 15, 2006 • 12:12 AM

Sara, Just wanted to say that I love your music. Keep up the good work. GOD BLESS YOU, Love, JESSICA

David W. November 14, 2006 • 01:40 PM

Dear Sara We first witnessed your ministry in Wheaton, IL years ago with Michael Card - he was right - we were in for a treat. My daughter left 'Conversations' in my CD player after she borrowd my car this past weekend - and I am grateful for it. It has been a particularly trying time for our family this past year and your words penetrated my heart as if I was hearing them again for the first time. May God continue to bless you and enable you to use your gifts so that we may be encouraged and He receive the glory.

Stephen Baldwin November 13, 2006 • 03:19 PM

Dear Sara, Through a sweet serendipity of God, my 20 year old daughter was called on to give Phil Keaggy a lift to a concert when his plane was diverted to an airport near our home. It was a two hour car ride and conversation. At the break in the concert he gave her a disk with some of his and some of your music on it as a thank you. We really love your music and how you sing about your child. So now I visit your web site, read your story and sit here weeping. Your calling is one that God has given to my wife and me as well: to use the media of words, food, and art for which God has given us a deep love, as a gift of love and worship and beauty to Him... God bless you, Stephen

Dennis Ellens November 13, 2006 • 02:52 PM

Hi Sara, I appreciate your music and your music style but more importantly your heart for God. In your "about Sara" page on your web site you tell the story of your friends marriage surviving an affair. It touched home with me. Right now my wife of 22 years has left me for another man. We have four children, two still at home. It has been increadibly painful for all of us. Unfortunately my marriage will not survive. But God is transforming me and teaching me a much deeper level of trust. This is not an easy lesson. I know there are many out there that are suffering the same pain. Please pray for us, and thanks again for the music.

Meredith November 13, 2006 • 02:37 PM

Sara- Thank you so much! I have just traveled home from Hearts At Home in MN and have been touched to the core by your music, your ministy and your heart. I believe that your music heals people. I have seen it with my own heart and eyes this past weekend. Thank you for taking time to share your gift with all of us. You have inspired me to 'add to the beauty' everyday. Thank you doesn't seem big enough. I am praying for you and your family. Your life is a blessing to many.

darci November 13, 2006 • 12:09 AM

Sara~just wanted to drop you a note to tell you how very much we enjoyed your music and testimony at the Hearts at Home conference in Rochester this past weekend...you are so talented and blessed and your music is soothing to the soul..God Bless you on your journey and will be sure to keep you and your precious family in prayer, really enjoy your CD! Blessings to you! Darci Volsen Wells,MN

Deanna Ebbert November 12, 2006 • 09:34 PM

Sara, I heard you for the first time this weekend at the Hearts at Home conference in Rochester. I absolutely loved your music and your gift and message. I bought 3 of your cds to bring home to share with my husband and we are enjoying listening to them. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful gift and for letting your light shine.

Susan November 12, 2006 • 08:55 PM

Sara, I very much enjoyed hearing you and your band at Hearts at Home in Rochester! Thank you for sharing your music and life with us all this past weekend!

Jennifer November 12, 2006 • 03:55 PM

Sara, Thank you so much for the amazing and inspiring music and words at Hearts at Home in Rochester this weekend! Our group of friends listened to your CD's all the way home to Wisconsin last night! I would love to see you back at Hearts sometime again soon!! Thanks again!

stacie straus November 12, 2006 • 03:39 PM

Hi Sara I just want to thank you for playing at the Hearts at Home conference in Rochester. My sister and I really enjoyed listening from you. It's not very often that famous people interact with others and I thought it was so neat that you were going to workshops just like everyone else. You acted just like another mom. Thank you, and God Bless you and your family.

Alvin Tan November 12, 2006 • 07:59 AM

Dear Sara, I thank the Lord for you. Your music has touched me deeply and helped me rediscover my relationship with Christ. Believe or not, i've only obtained a copy of Conversation. Just want you to know that your music is timeless and I pray that Jesus will continue to use it to encourage more souls. Words can't describe how much your music means to me. Thank you so much Sara. I hope to meet you in person one day. Keep it going! With Love, all the way from Singapore, God Bless!

susan November 12, 2006 • 05:25 AM

Sara, I remember years ago when you came to St. Augustine, Fl. My twin sister and I sat and rocked to your music. It was so wonderful that my sister Frannie and I went home and she began writing her songs. Frannie "went home to be with Jesus" not too long after that but I still have her songs and the wonderful memories. It was a difficult time in my life but I always remembered your words-"to be absent from your body means you are present with the Lord, and that's not too bad!" That Sweet Sara is what helped me throught the most difficult time in my life-loosing my twin sister. I will forever be greatful for your words. In Christ and with Love, Thanks, Susan

Daniel Klein November 10, 2006 • 03:01 PM

Hi Sara! Just wanted you to know the multimedia links are not working - on latest Mac system - tried both Safari and Firefox. Can't get to music! Thanks for using your gifts! Daniel

richard smolarz November 09, 2006 • 04:29 PM

hi sara i love to listen to your music every day & everynight i put your cd in my cd player to listen while i get ready for work love richard

Brittany Williams November 09, 2006 • 01:38 PM

Sometimes on wednesdays when we are watching LOST, tim says to me, I can't get over how much kate looks like sara... and I thought, since you guys got my parents into it who in turn got us into it.. that maybe you would appreciate that. love you guys.~

ama November 08, 2006 • 11:34 AM

I thank the Lord for your openness on your life and fiath.I have been singing your songs (sometimes crying,sometimes yelling out to god) for years.Your words and desires miror my heart.If someone was to ask me how i feel and whats important to me,I would explain it better if i just played about 30 of your songs."What i thought I wanted and what i got instead keeps me broken!"Thanks for a great show on lookout mtn.10/26 Seeing you live was a blessing to me. greatful,faithful,peaceful michael

Juha Santala November 08, 2006 • 04:23 AM

Hi Sara, Many,many thanks for your contribution on Michael Card´s Scribbling in the Sand video (I just got it from UK). I bougth it as a Christmas gift for my family but as I was just checking that it would work ok, I just was stucked to watch it all. Rarely christian music has moved me like this video has...many, many thanks to You. May Lord jesus Christ be with You allways. Remember: 1. John 4:10 This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. With blessings in Christ Juha

Cyndi Sandahl November 07, 2006 • 10:20 PM

"To The Moon" - how very apt, it made me laugh and cry at the same time. Your music touches me every single time. Thank you for your honesty and sense in each song. Keep hearing yourself, your fellow believers and especially God as he speaks to you - you are getting his word to us in a unique and blessed way. I love you as my sister and I'm grateful for your gift!

Martha Low November 07, 2006 • 09:47 AM

Hello. I need to know who to contact for copyright permissions. I can't find it on the web. Thanks - Martha Low

Beka November 07, 2006 • 02:20 AM

Hello my fellow sister. I don't know a lot about you or your past in music, but I've heard some of your songs on the radio. I can tell that God has your heart firmly in His grasp. :) And I'm positive that He's not going to let it go. He's so awesome, isn't He? I love how He's given you the ability to put into words what I am feeling, and probably what a lot of others are feeling. Yep, God is the coolest God in the world! :) I think He laughs at me when I tell Him that. :) Actually, He laughs at me a lot, which in turn frees me up to laugh at me with Him, which is so awesome. I laugh at Him a lot, too. :) I'm sure He's like that with all His children. :) It's so neat that we can be ourselves with Him. Wonderful Daddy, full of love and grace. Well, if I don't ever get to meet you down here, then I can't wait to see you in heaven, my sister. Then we can sing praises all day to our King and rest in His sweet embrace. (And maybe I'll actually have as good of a voice as you there :) )

Jamon November 06, 2006 • 08:18 PM

Sara How R U!! Wow how r are ur children!! um ur word has been so amazing and has helped me through alot in my life and exspecially yor all right here cd ur AMAZING GOD BLESS!!!!

Chere' Malloy November 06, 2006 • 12:22 AM

Sara- I was reading through your guest book and realized that I am just one...one of the many that have been touched by your music, your life. Thank you for the words you sing that are like big hugs to the soul. Here's a hug to you from a devoted fan!

Beth Cliff November 04, 2006 • 11:24 PM

Sara, All I can say is WOW! Your music touches me to the depths. I show dogs and often am traveling 3 to 4 hours each way to a show from my home and your CDs are about the only ones I take with me. On those weekends I miss church (and my family) so I listen to you instead. A question...my 12 year old daughter started playing piano a year and a half ago and she is very gifted...she took off like a rocket! I would love for her to be able to play some of your music (for church and family) but have not found any place that sells your music either in sheet or book form. Is it available that way? I praise God for the gift He has given you and your willingness to share it with the world. Thanks! God Bless you and your family!

Laura D. Swihart November 04, 2006 • 08:26 PM

Sara, I just have to share this with you -- I'm sure it will put a smile on your face!? My three year-old daughter, Leah, will always ask me to play her favorite song -- "Play my song, Mommy... play my song, please, Mommy." Then, I cue the CD player to #4, start the CD, and she's in 7th. Heaven. She quickly locates a wooden spoon for her microphone, and is soon singing along. "It's gonna be alright.... It's gonna be alright...." She just adores this song, and would probably listen to it over and over and over..... Thank you for being such a blessing in our lives. Not only has your music touched the depths of my soul, but it has opened my soon to be four year olds eyes to positive, Christian music that she begs to listen to every day. God's hand is certainly upon you and your ministry. God's peace and love to you and your family!

Sonja Maletta November 04, 2006 • 10:36 AM

Hi Sarah, I as well seen you at Hearts at Home in Lansing Michigan. I love when people use their gifts from God for God. You have been blessed sister! I purchased your CD Add To the Beauty! I am still listening to it over and over. I will be back to the store to purchase more of your music. A friend told me at the conference that your words helped her through depression. For that I will forever be indebted to you. Thank you! May God bless your minisrty and your family!! I know you said your Dad reads these and I thank him also for doing such a great job raising a daughter of God!!! YSIC Sonja Kensington Community Church Chidlren's Minisrty

Amy Scheidler November 03, 2006 • 06:57 PM

Hi Sara, Just heard you at the Hearts at Home conference in Lansing, Michigan last weekend. Your music and voice really added to the amazing weekend. Thank you for sharing your stories and talent with us moms. I enjoyed meeting you and wish you all of God's great blessings. Keep it up and good luck with the project in Africa. Joyfully His, Amy, married, mom of 3 kids.

Cheryl November 03, 2006 • 10:59 AM

Hello Sara, We met at the Cup o joy benifit last month. I am so glad that God has given you the gift of music to share with me. Not only is it the beautiful music you sing but your "Add to the Beauty" approch has been such an encouragment to me. I will be at The Hearts at Home conference in Roch. MN and so look forward to seeing you there. I have so much I would like to share with you. You are the shinning light of Jesus that I hope to be. Thank you for signing my Station Wagon CD I Love It and all your others as well. With Great Love Cheryl Luoma P.S. Will you also attend the Hearts at Home conference?

dawn November 03, 2006 • 10:18 AM

sara, i would like to sign one of your songs at my church; everyday miracles. this song has meant a lot to me through the last few years. is there a way to get the guitar chords? i can't seem to find a music book for sale. hope you can help. thanks.

Sean November 03, 2006 • 08:01 AM

Hey Sara and Troy - My wife and I have followed and prayed for your ministry for many years now and are thankful for it. I remember hearing you (Sara) interviewed a few years ago and you mentioned that you like to close your albums with a worship song. Do you think you will ever release a namely "worship" album? I understand many songwriters view all of their work as "worship" but, well, you know what I mean; right? Just curious. I always like that kind of feedback from people that support us and what we do. Thanks. Your songs are doors; they have opened many conversations in our home and in our lives where we have seen God speak to others and ourselves. Thanks and blessings.

J.A. November 02, 2006 • 01:22 PM

Sara, Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing your amazing talent at last week's Hearts and Home conference. I have never cared for any contemporary Christian music...until now. I purchased Add to the Beauty at the conference and have listened to nothing but that all week. God bless you.

Kent November 02, 2006 • 11:34 AM

Hey I like your song Jest Showed Up a lot. Kent Hock

Prohor November 02, 2006 • 04:55 AM

You have a wonderful website here. May God rich bless you always.

Doug November 01, 2006 • 09:41 PM

Sara, It is hard to express how much the Lord has blessed me through your music. I've been on my own difficult journey and the Lord has spoken to me through your songs. Now, you are the family favorite. Whenever we go somewhere as a family, your music ends up in the player with teens and parents singing together.

stacy lichtenwald November 01, 2006 • 06:28 PM

Wow! You have this innocent ora about you. This sweet presence with such a soothing voice. I just returned home for a much needed weekend at away at the Lansing hearts at home. I bought 2 of your cd's and haven't stopped listening to them. I made a copy of one and play it at night for my twins to go to sleep to. Last night was the first night in 2 years one of them has slept all night through. Thank You!! There has been this urge in myself to get your Nomad Cd as well. I was watching your husband play and was brought to tears how everytime you would speak he would watch you looking so in love. He smiled with every word you said. I only wish I had the same attention from my husband. I pray that God only blesses you and your 3 boys with nothing but pure happiness. Keeps you safe in all your journeys, and allows you to touch many more people the way you have touched me this last weekend. Thank you Sarah

Tisha November 01, 2006 • 04:45 PM

Your music is absolutly beautiful, in your own way you have added to the beauty in this world. I pray that you continue to surrender your life and the talents He has given you to do his work. I especially love the song 'You are the Sun', the lyrics depict the relationship between man and a loving Heavenly Father and our purpose and need for Christ in our lives (i also looooove the moon :). God bless you and your family richly

Mary T. Schmitz November 01, 2006 • 03:09 PM

Continued. Same friend got my sister & me tickets to hearts of home conference in Rochester. God's timing: your article, your headlining conference, my brokenness. Find me! Struggling to be intimate with Him. Also, I'm a school social worker & PT Conferences that week. Girl, speak to me!Did I mention, my son's name is Jonah? Mary T.

Mary T. Schmitz November 01, 2006 • 10:28 AM

Sara, In Jan. '06 my Dad died of cancer. Two days later, my 3rd daughter, Hope was born. Spring, husband's built a house that hasn't sold so our house had to be put on market too. Now, 2 morgages on low salary. Aug 13, my mom died in a car accident. Last weekend we finished packing up their home & we pulled out of the driveway leaving their scent behind, forever. Same weekend, friend brought me, Today's Christian Woman article about you.

Marie-Louise Mido November 01, 2006 • 08:59 AM

Hi Dear Sara, I am just a believer like you, I watched you yesterday onThe Harvest show and saw that you have been in my country (Rwanda) and was mooved by the suffering of the people.I pray that you consider partener with me in bulding an orphanage in Rwanda. The first personto read this email would you send it to Sara Groves please? I appreciate it. Sara you have my email I would be priveleged to see your reply as soon as possible. May God Bless you and Keep you. Kindest Regards Marie-Louise

Peter Phillips November 01, 2006 • 05:44 AM

G'Day Sara, What a blessing your music has been to me, my family and friends all the way on the other side of the world. So many people would love to see you tour "Down Under". May the Lord bless you and keep you as you spread His Good News through your music.

jessica sheely November 01, 2006 • 03:03 AM

Sara, i have really enjoyed your music, but i was wondering why is it that you seem to be using the name Jesus and God less and less in your most recent songs. This was just something that I noticed and was wondering the reason for it.

Charlotte October 31, 2006 • 11:39 PM

I just wanted to say I love "we're taking our church to the moon". My dad and I always listen to it at least once (alot of times twice) when we listen to that CD. It's such a sweet song. I love lots of your other songs too. I think you have great songs with such good lyrics. They are just the same words over and over again, they really say something. Thanks so much!

Kristin Simon October 31, 2006 • 09:09 PM

Sara...I heard you sing at the Hearts at Home conference in Lansing this year. I loved your music. Although I didn't take home a lot from the speakers, I have listened to the CD I bought of yours over and over again. YOU HAVE SUCH A GIFT! I LOVE YOUR MUSIC!!!! Thank you. KSimon.

Stacia Cumberland October 30, 2006 • 10:30 PM

Hey Sara, I'm a long-time fan of yours. I've played and sung a few of your songs at church and some weddings. Recently, my husband and I got to see the Nomad movie. It was amazing... thanks for sharing those stories and thoughts. I think we cried for the rest of our evening. Seriously. Anyway, I used to own the Conversations songbook, but loaned it out and never got it back. I can't seem to find it anywhere for sale. Is there any way I can get a hold of it? I think it is out of print. Thanks again for your music and the way you share your thoughts openly in it. In Him, Stacia

Michelle October 30, 2006 • 01:01 PM

Hi Sara, I've been a fan of your music since "Past the Wishing." Your songs have really spoken into my life during many different seasons. I just wanted to let you know that "He's Always Been Faithful" is such a theme of my life. That phrase - that song - sums up my testimony. I will be playing that song at my wedding in January 2007 because God was faithful to bring my husband and me together. Thank you and may God continue to bless you and your family.

Angie Baker October 29, 2006 • 07:16 PM

I just returned home from the Midwest Hearts at Home conference and had to look you up on the internet! I was so impressed with you and your music! I love your voice, and I love your lyrics. I think that K-Love should play your music (or if they do, play it more often), and then more of us can hear your testamony of God's love. Thank you, thank you, and may God bless you and your family again and again!!!

Dee Klotz October 27, 2006 • 04:55 PM

My husband Karl was hospitalized 6 months in 2003, and your music was what keep me going. I have every CD you have made. My favorite is your " Conversations" CD. I have bought 7 of them and still don't have one. I work in the natural health field and meet people every day that are going thru tough and agonizing situations in their lives. I have given all of those CD's away, and every single one of the people have been blessed. I help support our local christian station and am looking forward to hearing you live on Dec. 2, in Castalia, OH

Deanne October 27, 2006 • 10:04 AM

Let me just start by saying that my days go better because of your musical ministry! I have never read your guestbook and was astonished at the occasional criticisms. Just ignore them! You may not always be perfect, but you are always perfectly adequate. :) I just ordered Station Wagon as a gift for my brother and his wife who are expecting a miracle baby in March, 2007. My copy is almost worn out! Thank you, thank you for sharing your talent with the world!

Jared Johnson October 26, 2006 • 10:28 PM

Thank you Sara! You challenge my heart and encourage me to be honest with my faith. "Awakening" is simply the best song I've ever heard. Thank you for putting your heart out there for the world to hear.

Ben Emerson October 26, 2006 • 08:36 PM

Sara, I guess the main thing I want to say is thank you. Yeah. Thank you for writing music that matters. Thank you for reminding us that this journey with Jesus is just that: a journey. Its ok to fall and not have everything figured out. I was fortunate to stumble across "Maybe There's a Loving God" at church about two years ago. I liked it a lot and just recently tried to seek it out again. Then, while at a friend's house this summer, I heard "When it was over." I have three of your CD's now and I love each one. Now, I don't know how much of your stuff is autobiographical, but either way, you have captured the emotion of being human in such a beautiful way. I feel like I am listening to a real person. It reminds me to go live my life and not be afraid to let people into the ugly places in my life. Thanks. You are a blessing.

Angela October 26, 2006 • 02:56 PM

Sara, "Less Like Scars" helped me through a difficult move, my mother's illness, my grandmother's death and much more. I guess it's been a hard year for me. Thanks for sharing and helping in the healing.

Heidi (Houston, TX) October 26, 2006 • 11:07 AM

Dear Sara, I found "Conversations" while roaming around I-tunes this past June, and little did I know then that "Painting Pictures of Egypt" would be the soundtrack for my husband and I's relocation. And now, as I sit in this new town that's benign but still foreign, and continue to battle with the ache in my mother's heart that longs for children (my husband and I have been trying to have kids for 5 years), I play the entire "Adding to the Beauty" cd and I sing till my throat hurts, my eyes burn and I've danced a few circles into the carpet. Yours is a beautiful spirit Sara, and you have truly been annointed to bring healing. Indeed, you provide words and music for all of our most important and even difficult moments, thoughts and feelings. God Bless you--generations are already reaping what you've sown! Oh and by the way, we'd love to see you here in Texas!

Kaylee October 25, 2006 • 11:25 AM

I've been looking everywhere to locate a song book or online tablature for your music - I would love the chords/sheet music for "Awakening" as it is such a piercing song that I want to be able to play in church. If you are able to send this along, I would appreciate it so much. This song speaks to where I am right now in my faith. I am in awe that you were able to put into words this feeling of awakening. Thank you.

Mickey Lang October 25, 2006 • 10:57 AM

I just had to take the time to write. I attended your concert last week here in Bloomington, Illinois. I was familiar with some of your music but had only heard a few of your songs. I was so touched by your music and lyrics at the concert. I purchased a couple of your CDs and after listening to them, I have to tell you that your songs give voice to the feelings in my heart. Things I have previously struggled so much to express. Your songs have touched me deeply and I intend to share them with those I love. Please be encouraged that God is using you to touch many lives. Thank you for being faithful to your calling.

April Grosse October 24, 2006 • 06:59 PM

Hi Sara, I love your music. I have every CD that you have made. I would really like a christmas one. Do you think you will making one soon. Thanks April

TK House October 24, 2006 • 03:57 PM

I first heard of Sara's music on Yahoo! music player. The first song I ever heard was "Tent in the Center of Town." Needless to say I ordered the CD and I think I have almost worn it out! This music touches my soul like no other. I am scheduled to sing "He's Been Faithful" on November 5 at my church. I would love to sing "Tent in the Center of Town" but I can't find the sheet music anywhere. I know that there was once was a book with everything in it, but now its out of print. I was wondering if anyone could help me to find a copy of this fun song that has such a great message. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks Sara for the music! God Bless. T.K. House Little Rock, AR

Larry Yates October 24, 2006 • 03:44 PM

Hello Sara, Two weeks ago my wife was baptized at our small church in Rowlett, Texas. Just before our Pastor performed the baptism I asked our sound crew to play “He’s Always Been Faithful”. I listened to most all of your songs before deciding to play this one. Our Pastor, the congregation and most of all Johanna was greatly moved by this beautiful song. I saw several people tending to their tears of joy. Your music has been a great inspiration to me for many years. I will say hello to your father-in-law – just in case he is reading this. I hope you have an opportunity to read my “Thank You” message. May God continue to bless you, Troy and the younger Groves. Sincerely Larry

Melody October 24, 2006 • 02:24 PM

Hello Sara, Great song on the One.org podcast!! It's wonderful you're there, as sometimes we followers of Jesus are tempted to not get our toes wet in things that aren't done by the church. I appreciate your music and heart so much as I work in missions and hear about these babies dying and see the need when we go to the places where we partner. May Jesus continue to guide you and direct you as you make music for Him that blesses us. your sister in His Hope, Melody

Kathy October 24, 2006 • 09:09 AM

I dare you to note a more bizarre introduction to your music: Several years ago the Christian music club I belonged to sent me your "Conversations" CD by mistake. Well, it wasn't a mistake. God knew what I liked, whether or not I had filled out the "Do Not Send" card to the club. Thank you for your music. You are one of my ongoing favs.

John October 24, 2006 • 08:36 AM

Sara, I'm not the type who usually signs guestbooks like these, and I'm not sure if you actually look at it yourself, but I want to thank you from the depths of my soul for "Add to the Beauty" -- the entire album. This collection of songs is without a doubt the most magical and heartwarming music I have ever heard. Without going too much into unnecessary personal detail, let me just say that "It's Going to be Alright", "Add to the Beauty" and especially "When it was Over" have meant a great, great deal to me over the past year or so. Just at the moment that I thought my marriage was over, and I couldn't see God's provision, or that He cared about me anymore, I heard "When it was Over" for the first time, and I had new hope. Healing did prevail, and I finally heard God whisper to me that he'd stay with us, that he'd help us, that I'd be ok, and that my wife and I would get through it. It seems silly that a song, or a few songs, could have such power, but I know in my heart that God inspired your music and He (or his angels) made sure I listened to it. Thank you.

Richard Snider October 23, 2006 • 09:07 PM

First song of yours I heard, Remember Surrender, promted me to buy the CD, All Right Here. Haven't liked anything you've produced since, but I recently picked up your 2000 release of Conversations, and have loved nearly every track. Please feel free to slide a little closer to your original style. It is the doom of many a religious musician and singer to stray too far from what got them noticed. Case in point: John Michael Talbot. Made beautiful music for over two decades. Now something has possessed him to rock out and distort all of his work, and it has been a tragic loss. God bless your efforts to spread the Gospel, and please do not be offended by my critique. Yours, Richard Snider

Debbie Scholz October 23, 2006 • 11:54 AM

Sara -Loved your Station Wagon CD. Enjoyed your concert in Charleston, SC earlier this month. Have a question for you - have you considered revising your Small Piece of You lyrics to make it more of a graduation song? I love the words and it strikes me that with a few changes it would be an awesome song for a highschool graduation. Our church does a special service for high school and college graduates and this song is perfect. Thank you for your beautiful music - it really hits home. I also put the "mother" in smother - ask my 3 daughters. Debbie

Ann from Manitowoc October 22, 2006 • 11:05 PM

Dear Sara, Your concert was so awesome! This is the fourth time I've seen you and you get better and better! Thank you for helping The Cup and sharing your wonderful gifts of music and your transparent spiritual journey. I always have at least one of your cd's going in my car. I've been a fan since Conversations. You minister to our hearts on so many levels with your music, lyrics, amazing voice, humble spirit, and God's Truth in action that you share. God has uniquely gifted you for such a time as this! Can't wait to see you again at the CUP! Take good care of your 3 "BOYS!"

Janell Michael October 22, 2006 • 08:32 PM

Dear Sara, Your music has touched my heart. I play your "Conversations" cd over and over again. It's as if you are inside my head and know exactly what I'm thinking. That cd has been my favorite gift to give to many of my friends. There is one song in particular that has touched me more than any other: "He's Always Been Faithful". It sings in my head over and over. He has been so faithful to me! I am part of a prison ministry group called Ebenezer Outreach. We go into Northern CA prisons on a regular basis to minister to the men through chapel services and evenings of music. I have wanted to sing "He's always Been Faithful" to the men for some time. The problem is I can't seem to find music for it or a performance cd. I tried to get your "Conversations" music book but it has gone out of print. Do you have any suggestions? I know that song would be such a blessing to the men. Any help you could give me would be greatly appreciated. God bless you, Janell Michael

Mike Ipolito October 22, 2006 • 02:37 PM

Sara, I heard your music on a friend's xanga and just fell in love with your heart as you sang about the faithfulness of God. I plan on purchasing your CDs in the future....May God continue to bless you and your family as you minister to God's family Mike Caddo Mills, TX

Stacy from Green Bay, WI October 21, 2006 • 10:39 PM

Excellent concert in this evening. Very touching...the whole place was moved. Thank you. May God continue to protect and bless you, your artists and your family.

Fortners October 21, 2006 • 09:49 PM

Very moving concert last night in Bloomington, IL. Thank you very much and we'll be looking for your next visit back to the Peoria-Bloomington area.

Fidio Rodríguez October 21, 2006 • 05:47 PM

We met in an airplane, about 6 years ago. We were talking about music and god with You and your husband (He did not talk so much). I invited You to check some Dominican Republic's artist like Juan Luis Guerra, Manuel Jiménez, Michel Camilo, You gave me your web page and I downloaded your "conversation" and I keep it until today. I was looking your labor and I would like to incourage you to continue it with your family, and also to your grand's. God bless You and your family!!!!!

Teresa Thomas October 21, 2006 • 12:17 AM

Sara, A friend of mine introduced me to your music a few years ago after she atttended a convention in Minneapolis. She lives in Southern California. She saw you there in concert a few weeks ago, and I was excited to learn you will be playing at the church I attend, Eaglebrook Church, on December 11, in Lino Lakes, Minnesota. I saw your concert lasat night in Bloomington, Illinois, by chance. I drove down to visit my parents in Bloominton, and my mother had saved the article about your concert. I was so moved by your voice and your testimony. I have being going through a spiritual transformation over the past year, and your music has touched my soul. You really got my attention when you started to speak about Africa. I have wanted to go there since childhood, when my mother would tell me about the children and show me photographs. I feel I have been called for years, but recently just started to understand what it really means to be called. I donated to the blood:water fund last night at the concert, but want to do more. I need to do more, as it tugs at my spirit and my heart each day. I would love to volunteer to help with the project in any way that I can. I am hoping I can find a way to volunteer when you play at Eaglebrook in December. I don't know if these messages are read or not, but if so, if anyone has the information on how I can help, please contact me. You music has lifted my spirits, given me hope, and made me smile during the current small storm in my life. You are a beautiful person inside and out. You are so blessed to have the opportunity to make the trip to Africa, I loved seeing the video of your trip to Rwanda. It makes me grow even stronger in conviction to do something. Sincerely, Teresa 651-342-0386

Lee - Appleton WI October 21, 2006 • 07:43 AM

I've been listening to your songs on WEMI and have been looking for your music on the Apple music store for my iPod. Not being successful there, I looked on the web and found your page. I'll check the local Christian book store and if unsuccessful, I'll be using the internet to get your music. I wanted to be at your concert tonight, but I am traveling today and can't be there. May God continue to bless your talent and ministry. A new fan in WI

Celina October 20, 2006 • 11:21 PM

Dear Sara...even if you never personally read this...I want to encourage you to continue creating. Your music just seems to express many of the same things that are in my own heart and mind. Thank you for using the talents that God has given you to enhance the body of Christ instead of using them to advance your "popularity" within the world. Never tire of doing what is right. May God bless you and your family as you continue to serve Him.

Madison October 19, 2006 • 09:48 PM

Dear Sara, My name is Madison and I'm 7 years old, but I'll be 8 years old on October 21. My mom discovered one of your CD's about a month ago. One of my birthday gifts is attending your concert in Green Bay, WI with my family. We listen to your CD everyday, even my 4 year old sister. I can't wait to see you on my birthday! Will there be any cellists there? I just started taking lessons! Your friend, Madison

Lynard Fontenot October 19, 2006 • 10:15 AM

A note of encouragement: I have really been struck by the song "Just showed up for my own life". The music is great. Please do more with Joel Hanson. Also, the quote "the glory of God is man fully alive" is so profound that I can't get it out of my mind. I may even try to do a small writing to expand some on it.

blythe October 18, 2006 • 02:13 PM

Sara...i just watched the Nomad film last night...i borrowed it from the youth pastor i work for who received it yesterday in his Relevant Magazine resource kit. Watching your experiences in both Slidell and Rwanda brought me to tears. i just wanted to thank you for sharing this part of your life with your fans. it is so refreshing to see your heart for God's people, for life in general, and most importantly...for Christ! Thank you for increasing our awareness of what is going on (and what has happened) in our own country, and especially in Africa. Watching your film gave me an even deeper sense of the reality (and history) that God's people in Africa face everyday. thanks, of course, for your music (i first discovered your music at a 'Conversations' concert in Colorado. i bought that cd then & there, & have been a fan ever since)...it is a tool that God continually uses to speak into my life...be encouraged that you are doing "many small things greatly" and may God continue to bless your life, family, work, and ministry!!

Jessie Litterell October 18, 2006 • 01:31 PM

I haven't listened to midday connection for several years because the connection had gotten very poor...mostly static. I was called to try again today, and found if I propped my radio on it's side so the antanae leaned on the window sill, I got clear reception. And I needed to hear your words. I have slowly fallen asleep over the years. I have been caring for my 5 childrenand husband...inlove with my children it is much easier to push the world's pain away in the back of your heart, because to think on it is overwhelming...you can not help but think of your own children going through the same pain that other children endure. We adopted a little girl from Haiti 4 years ago...My heart was so ready to be vulnerable then. I do not know what has happened...but God woke me up today, and I am ready to do my part. You gave a quote today about not asking...where is God, but where are God's people? Could you please send me that quote exactly? My husband is a highschool teacher at our church school, and I want to use it for a bulletin board. I teach women's Sunday school and we will be praying about human traficking. Lord bless you. Jessie

Sara Groves October 18, 2006 • 12:03 AM

Hey guys! Thank you so much for all the support you give me! Mckenna, I am writing that letter so you should get it pretty soon! God bless all of you! I love your support that you give to me! In his grip, Sara Groves

Angie Althaus October 18, 2006 • 11:55 AM

Hey Sara-I still am so thankful that you were part of sharing "My Story" at the March Hearts at Home conference in Bloomington. You & your music continues to be a part of my journey and I was so thankful to meet you & your beautiful family that weekend. I thought of you as your little guy started kindergarten this fall..knowing how that seems to change everything & the emotions that go with it. I will be traveling to Lansing & Rochester to share My Story at those Hearts conferences in a couple weeks - and I am thankful I will be able to see you & hear you again. God continues to just amaze me since first sharing My Story - how He has planned each detail & shown me through these countless people I encounter that My Story needs to be heard. Bless you for all that you are doing. See you in Lansing, Love & Blessings, Angie Althaus (& David, Sam, Annie, Grace & Lucas)

Jessica October 17, 2006 • 03:20 PM

Hi Sara! I want to be brief and able to share with you how much your music has influenced my life. When I heard "How Is It Between Us" on the radio six years ago I could not wait to find out who sang that song... and that is how your music started to be part of christian walk. Thanks for being the soundtrack! I would like to ask you for a favor too... is there a chance I can get the guitar chords for "Awakening" I would like to share that song at my church, and I looked on every website and none of them has the chords for this song. Thanks Sara for sharing your heart with others... It has been very encouraging, touching and fulfilling. Jessi :)

Devin October 17, 2006 • 09:28 AM

You are amazing Sara, thanks for bringing originality back to Christian music. Also...STEVE BREWSTER IS THE MAN...never use another dummer...please!

Mike in Michigan October 16, 2006 • 10:35 PM

Sara, your music has had such a positive impact on our family's lives in the past 6 months. Our college aged daughter introduced us to your music and what a blessing and source of encouragement your music has been to us during some recent happy and tough times. In April, we adopted an 8 year old from Russia. She is a joy, but she had to have open heart surgery in August. Right before her surgery, my wife was diagnosed with cancer. She has since had surgery and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. Through all these hardships, God has been faithful and your music has kept us uplifted. The wisdom, love and warmth in your songs has deeply touched us. Your music has also given us peace and tranquility during some bad storms. As I say goodbye, I picture our family driving down the expressway on our way to our adopted daughters open heart surgery with all of us singing, "It's Going to be Allright." (It sounds so cute hearing an 8 year old with a russian accent sing that song.) Thanks for the gift your music has given our entire family. In Jesus name, Mike.

Becky October 16, 2006 • 03:25 PM

A great friend just introduced me to you and I am so thankful! As a stay-at-home mother it is sometimes difficult for me to take time out to be inspired. Every time I listen to your music I feel full of life, full of God and full of joy. I am a much happier mommy and share your music with my girls. We dance around the room and giggle until we fall down. Thank you Sara! You are truly a gift!

arlee Beougher October 16, 2006 • 01:10 PM

I am in a new season of life, dealing with empty nest, and an abundance of free time for the first time in my adult life. My youngest daughter has brought me much laughter, tears, drama, turmoil, and joy. She is 18 now and I have, for two years, been giving her your lyrics. I noticed she quoted you on her myspace. This is a breakthrough considering she is surrounded by punks, heavy metal, and anarchists (whom I love and pray for in spite of the evil). YOU ARE ANNOITED and used by our Lord. God bless you, your experiences, and your family. I love you!

craig October 16, 2006 • 01:06 PM

Thank you Sara for your beautiful new CD. You are on such a wonderful path in helping others. Doing it like Jesus would do it. I am looking forward to hearing your music in Green Bay, WI on the 21st of October. I am sure that God is so proud of your work :-)

Arlee Beougher October 16, 2006 • 01:06 PM

SARA: Your words are astonishingly wise for someone so young. I believe that is only because you are anointed, for a purpose, and your purpose glorifies God and brings hope to the hurting. I want your songs on "Myspace" desperately! Especially "I just showed up for my own life," "Tornado," "Less Like Scars," "it's going to be alright," "When it was over," and "Generations (which I quoted)". I know you don't have time, but I hope someone can help get it going. Your words minister far more than you could imagine. I adore you.

Darla Earnest October 15, 2006 • 08:24 PM

Your music just lifted me out of a pit and put my eyes back on Jesus. My husband and I have made two major moves in the past two years...then I found out I was pregnant (which is great news!) but I have been so sick and lonely lately. I listened to "Painting Pictures of Egypt" and I am reminded--I wouldn't trade these experiences and go back for ANYTHING. My capacity to live and love is bigger than it was in the past..and Jesus is here with me in the now. THANK YOU for your music! I needed those words tonight!

Alyssa October 15, 2006 • 05:25 PM

hi i am McKenna's friend, Alyssa!!! okay then well bye

McKenna (your penpal) October 15, 2006 • 05:23 PM

Hey Sara! It's McKenna! I hope to see and write to you soon! I wrote another penpal note to you after your concert at Bethel so reply soon to that!!! Love your penpal, McKenna!

Dana October 15, 2006 • 03:37 PM

I have yet to see you in concert, but your music has touched me life and turned me into a better person. Add to the Beauty is such a beautiful album. Every day I listen to it on my ipod on my way to and from work and its messages calm me and make me ready to face and end the day. Thank you for making music. I await your next cd.

Bill October 15, 2006 • 01:12 AM

I have been looking for sites like this for a long time. Thank you!+

Wes Macaulay October 14, 2006 • 06:24 PM

Hey Sara. I, along with everyone at my architectural office, thoroughly enjoy your music. I particularly enjoy your collaborations with Charlie P (an artist whose presence is missed). Thanks for making thoughtful music that takes a realistic view of life and faith, and shows there is hope. Christian music is often rather dull, and yours is a fabulous exception. God bless!

Carrie Banducci October 14, 2006 • 02:33 AM

Will you be in Oregon sometime soon? For a concert?

Allycia October 13, 2006 • 07:38 PM

Hey I have always loved you music and I will always love. Thanks Allycia

Diana October 13, 2006 • 01:01 PM

is there an address that I can send a letter?

Serj Olivakl October 13, 2006 • 09:27 AM

You have a great site!

tina malvig October 12, 2006 • 10:37 PM

I saw Sara at Bethel last weekend for the first time. Her music moves me deeply. The first song I heard from her was What do I know and I had to smile because it made me experience that explosive joy that everything will be alright. God loves us. Thank you. Also just wondered how much money was raised at Bethel to dig a well in Africa? Let Jesus Love You.

sherry kittle October 12, 2006 • 06:26 PM

Hi Sara, yesterday I rec'd a text message from my best friend in MN telling me of your performance in San Diego. Excitedly, I cancelled my appointments for the night, informed my family of our new plans, and with great joy, headed down to hear you perform. I was so happy to be able to share your beautiful music and presence with my family. I have listened to your music consistently since first hearing you at the MOPS convention in MN a couple years previous. Your music has touched my heart and consistently challenged me to live a life outside of myself. Thank you so very much!

Heather -St Paul October 12, 2006 • 04:38 PM

I have listened since you started and as life changes and years go by, I continue to be touched by all your songs, old and new. I love the way you look at God and your family. Thank you for your honest writing.

christiane October 12, 2006 • 02:59 PM

:( still won't let me send my message. well, heard you for the 1st time at Maranatha last night. very inspiring! thanks for sharing your stories. christiane

Brian Lanari October 12, 2006 • 02:52 PM

We enjoyed your concert and message at Maranatha Chapel. We are friends of Jon & Wendy Silvester. Oue 18 year old son was there and we would love to purchase your sheet music for "Add To The Beauty" if it exists for sale...

Wendy Buckland October 12, 2006 • 12:19 AM

God, Bless Sara and her family right now, this very minute with whatever she may need. I thank you everytime I listen to Sara's music for the talent and spirit filled life that you have given her. Be with her during her singing schedule, giving her strength, peace, health, and a strong voice. May her music touch the soul of everyone that listens. May you shine through her voice. In Jesus Name, Amen

John & Mary October 12, 2006 • 10:28 AM

Really enjoy the new website and especially the story and tribute to Lloyd and Nita. Appreciated the opportunity to see them and your parents at Burt's funeral recently. Oh, and we love the music too, played on WMBI in Chicago. john and mary

Christofer October 12, 2006 • 12:16 AM

Hello Sara, I just saw your performance in Rancho Bernardo, CA. That was my first time to a church in many years and I must say that I enjoyed it very much. Your songs, your voice are truly a gift, thank you for such a great time, I look forward to purchsing your album in the near future.

mark gardner October 11, 2006 • 10:01 PM

Hi there, Sara's Dad... : -) My name is Mark and I'm an Assemblies of God missionary and have worked in Angola, Africa with my wife and daughter, doing children's ministries since 1998. I'm back in the States now and am gearing up to head to Namibia in summer of 2007. I was impressed by your spirit, watching your video clip of Rwanda. If you're ever interested in returning to Africa, let me know.

Stacie October 11, 2006 • 07:27 PM

Sara, I just wanted to write you a quick note to let you know how much you mean to me. I am a mother of three beautiful little girls and a wife of 12 years. I love the Lord with all my heart as His sanctifying grace washes over me daily. You sing the songs of my heart. It seems like we've been going through certain lessons from God at about the same time over the past 9 years. I know God's used you to pull me through some difficult times. I appreciate how you are using the gifts God's given you to minister to me (and others). My little ladies (ages 3,7, & 9) love the song 'All I need' as they are realizing the important things in life can't be bought. My favorite is, and always will be, 'He's always been faithful to me'. Every year it's more true. Anyway, I love you to death. Look forward to your next concert in S.D. Love Stac

Julius Fischer October 11, 2006 • 10:44 AM

Sara, Thank you for your music. I sang "You Cannot Lose My Love" for a baptism on Sunday. I see the song, not only as a parent singing to a child, but also as God speaking to us. That's why I think it's so appropriate for a baptism. Unfortunately, I had just spent the previous day in the hospital with my young daughter who had broken her, so when I went to sing it, I basically cried through the whole thing. Thank you for your ministry.

Gretta October 10, 2006 • 05:41 PM

Sara, thank you for sharing your gifts and talents with all of us. Your music is so powerful. My favorite song is You Are the Sun. It is a profound image that will stay with me forever. You are beautiful inside and out! May God richly bless you and your family.

Jenna October 10, 2006 • 02:27 PM

Sara, This will sound odd but I think we share the same heart. Your songs have spoken to me in a way nothing else has. I think that I could timeline my life using certain songs from some of your albums. "Rain" took me through a dark time of dealing with heartbreak and loss. Later, I gave the lyrics to others who experienced greater loss than I. "This Journey is my Own" was a Godsend during a time when I was questioning my involvement in certain ministries. I sang "Loving a Person" to my husband at our wedding reception, and now find a renewed appreciation for "Roll to the Middle" as we're working through the first year of marriage. Sara, thank you thank you thank you for your words, the way you can "spin a phrase", and unknowingly encouraging my heart through your songs. God has used you in my life and in others and I just wanted to say thanks. Keep writing!

Mabi October 10, 2006 • 01:54 PM

Dear Sara....I've you and your music found by my space...and I must say that I like your voice your songs and especially your words...so sorry for my bad english... Lovely Greets to you and go your way with God from Germany/Frankfurt Mabi

Janis October 10, 2006 • 09:35 AM

Sister, your music is so wonderful. My husband introduced me to you when he listened to lyrics you had written that reminded him of me. We can't even remember which song it was because every week, WE HAVE A NEW FAVORITE!! Since then I've just dowsed myself in your songs. It's so refreshing. The songs have gotten me through some challenging times. I personally love "I just showed up". God has challenged me and my new hubby to "check back in to life" again. We've had some "stuff" that has left us disillusioned and we are finding out more than ever that GOD is faithful. Man may let you down but "the Word of the Lord" stands forever!! Thanks sister, keep up the good work. Your friends in Oklahoma :)

Steve October 09, 2006 • 05:29 PM

Oops - I meant to say "Every Minute" just above. In either case, it was amazing.

Steve October 09, 2006 • 01:40 PM

Sara - I saw your show at Bethel last weekend and it was a blessing. Your music has been at least half of everything I've listened to in the last year, and the Lord has used it many times for correction and teaching. Thank you. You played one of my favorite songs - "Maybe there's a loving God" - with so much feeling. And now I'm finally beginning to understand what "adding to the beauty" really means. All of your music is truly beautiful - may God continue to bless you and many others through it!

Sarah October 09, 2006 • 11:42 AM

Sara ~ Your concert at Bethel on Saturday night was incredible. I listen to your music all the time, and I've seen you in concert on serveral occasion. However listening to you on Saturday night, I had goosebumps and the songs hit me like I was listening to them for the first time again. Thank you for playing Jeremiah...I've been waiting to hear that performed live!! Words cannot describe how wonderful Remember Surrender was. I love the concept of spiritual buffalo...makes me smile and you are really on to something there. Thank you so much for sharing your music and your life.

Barbara Stephens October 09, 2006 • 10:20 AM

In 2002 I left my life in California as well as all my friends and family. I moved to Texas to "see" to be with a man I had fallen in love with. I listened to your Cd Conversations and came across Painting Pictures of Egypt. It was my life at that time. I am now getting ready to celebrate my 4th wedding anniversary with that wonderful man, whom I married in 2003. Your songs have filled me with so much courage and you have a way of writing that makes it so personal. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with us all. You are very much loved!

Tiny van Twillert October 09, 2006 • 05:08 AM

Hello Sara, My name is Tiny, im from Holland. (The Netherlands) I lissen your music evry day, it's so good :D Thank you very much, God bless you!

Douglas Stangler October 08, 2006 • 03:06 PM

Thank you for your wonderful music.

Sarah October 08, 2006 • 01:49 PM

Hi Sara. I'm Sarah (with an h).I like your music and I have two of your CD's.

Sveta October 08, 2006 • 10:55 AM

You have a wonderful website here. May God rich bless you always.a

Dawn Timmons October 08, 2006 • 07:20 AM

Dear Sara, I have always enjoyed your music, but until the concert at Bethel on October 7, i had never been able to see you live. Also getting the chance to meet you was a treat!(my friend ben gowell played with you,and his wife and I came backstage) The song that you sang that had me in tears at the concert was the song "Remember Surrender". one of the things that God has been dealing with me heavily lately has been just that...and not just remembering surrender but remembering the greatness of Him and the things that He has done in my life. this last wed Oct 4 was the 5th year since my mom was called Home. I thank Jesus that she came to know Him about 2 years prior to that. your concert was an avenue of some healing for me, being able to just experience the Peace of God through your music. Thank you for sharing your heart, and for sharing your gift.please don't stop! sara, your humility just blew me away,don't ever lose that, that speaks more volumes than you will ever know. again it was great to meet you, and again thank you!

Karl Jeffery October 07, 2006 • 04:51 PM

Saw you on TV tonite here in the Uk - impressed enough to get my card out and get the 6cd set - says it all! Really great songs, hope it all works out for you, take care, karl

Traci October 06, 2006 • 10:33 PM

I really miss my october CD. i guess the DVD signings and such has to take precedence right now? I keep looking to see if there is any mention of it on the site. I love the DVD by the way. I wish there were more of those in the future. It really captures who Sara Groves really is.

apriL October 06, 2006 • 09:28 PM

i was greatly touched by ur songs..

apriL October 06, 2006 • 09:27 PM

i loved your songs.. they keep me sane.. thanks.. God bless

michaelC October 06, 2006 • 08:19 PM

Wonderful music! Keep up the great work. In Christ, Michael

Albert, Albert October 06, 2006 • 04:37 AM

Hi, great site!

Sarah October 05, 2006 • 04:20 PM

you are a light for others. and want to encourage you to keep up the good work. you have a wonderful voice and awsem on the piano. we met at the teen challeng national convention. you sighned my cd and we talked after you sang. you are an insperation. God Bless

Natalie Ballinger RHS/EVHS/SES 99 October 05, 2006 • 12:35 AM

Dear dear Sarah, God brings great fruit out of District 196, huh? It was about 8 years ago that you met me at Bloomington Assemblies of God and gave me a copy of "Letters from a Skeptic." Thank you so much for encouraging me at that strategic point on my journey when God was changing me from a Lutheran to a 'Luthra-costal' :). Your work and music has the exact touch from God to reach this generation. I have thought of you and thanked God for you often. Keep going; He is pulling kids into the Kingdom through you! God has taken me on lots of adventures since high school - "pastoring" at liberal arts college, Painting backdrops in theatres, harvesting organic vegetables, discipleship school in Madison, teaching english for a few weeks in Algeria, and living on a Christian hippie farm! Now I'm back in Apple Valley working and saving money to do a prayer internship in Kansas City. Thank you for being a signpost toward Him on this journey! Much Love and Many Blessings, Natalie PS - I heard Rebecca Harrington was with you for awhile! Is she still? If you hear from her, please send my greetings and love!

John October 05, 2006 • 12:05 AM

It's very interesting site!

Walter, Walter October 05, 2006 • 06:53 AM

Hello, you have great site!

Les Nixon October 05, 2006 • 12:12 AM

When I meet that Sara Groves I’ll greet her with a shout, She’s droned that ‘Tent’ song in my head And I cannot get it out! My ‘tent’ years are but, a pleasant dream Memories of heady days, Her song has Praised-The-Lord again, In a thousand different ways! And so I must say to her, From the depth of my very being, Her song has turned me round and round From my ending - to the beginning! (Rev) Les Nixon, - 74 - Sydney, October 2006

julie October 04, 2006 • 09:03 AM

Sara and Troy, I am sorry to say I am going to miss your concert Saturday at Bethel ~ We live 4 hours away and i am recovering from a recent accident so driving there and back so we can lead worship sunday isn't an option right now. Wish you had more local concerts :) Our family has grown up with your music, we are so grateful. I treated myself to your new DVD since I'm saving ticket money ~ do you still have those green "songs from the Station wagon" t shirts? We will be praying for you Saturday night, thanks for your ministry. blessings, Julie Swedburg

Margarete October 04, 2006 • 07:52 AM

Hello, I'm from Germany and I love you music. I have all your CDs. Love, Maggie

Kimberly October 03, 2006 • 11:58 PM

Sara, I just wanted to let you know how your music has been carried to some very far away places. I have been living and working in East Asia for several years now. When I left the US your music was on the top of my list of things to bring. Your songs have encouraged me and blessed me through some of the hardest times. Recently, a friend and I were able to take a trip to Vietnam. As we traveled we spent a long time talking about and praying for the people and places we saw. Your song, "Why It Matters", was replayed constantly. We sat beneath many statues in many war torn and scarred towns. We shed tears together over the tragedy and beauty of those places. I could continue on and on how that song and that album in particular had deep meaning for us in those places. Please know that in several Asian countries your heart for the Kingdom has been expressed. Where you may not be able to go, others have taken you along with them, and you've been a part of their ministry. Blessings, Kimberly, East Asia

anne-laure October 03, 2006 • 10:28 PM

Your songs are an inspiration to me. They help me to keep hoping in the promises God has for me, to get closer to Him in time of doubt or suffering and surrender to his love. Thank you. May God bless you and may He bless more and more people through your life.

jessee dybvik chaska, MN October 03, 2006 • 04:26 AM

ciao sara, "when it was over" that seems to be the song that won't change while traveling to work. in all the confusion, damge, discouragement, and understanding, praise be to God.

Heather October 02, 2006 • 11:02 PM

Hi there! I just wanted to see if there was still any way to get a songbook for Conversations. I have been looking for music for "Know My Heart" for a long time, and just noticed you had a songbook on your website, but it is out of stock. I searched online, and it says everywhere I look that it is out of print, and out of stock! Just thought that I would check and see if there is anyway I could still get a copy of it! Thanks for your honesty and genuine love for the Lord - it shines brilliantly through your music!

Steve Burks October 02, 2006 • 09:31 PM

Had C.S. Lewis been a musician, I think his songs would have had your kind of impact. I'm a fan of meaningful, truthful, thoughtful, honest lyrics, and the need for that is especially high in Christian music ministry. A lot of "gospel" songs are nothing more than dressed-up blah blah, all sound design and arrangement but no center - no song. No real message, no point, no theme, no central, epiphany-spurring, God-sanctioned truth. None of which, of course, can be fabricated or manufactured, but must be revealed to conduits who are humble enough/interested enough to be receptive. Sara, yours is not music for people who think God is an ATM, or attack dog, stamp of superiority, or widget. Or a masochist. (And maybe those are the people who generate the kinds of "criticisms" to which you refer.) Can't imagine the real God doesn't approve of the ripples you've made in the pond. Years ago, I bought the Conversations album for one song, and never got around to listening to the rest. Recently, I heard a version of "Great Is Thy Faithfulness," and I thought, "Man! That's nice!" DJ named you, and the album, and I thought, "You mean to tell me I already have something this potent and didn't even know it?" That last line? Reminds me of the power of the Faith. Or rather, He in whom the faith can be securely invested. As I'd have been happy to say to C.S. Lewis, and I would say to Chris Rice, thanks for following your own drummer. A few of us hear the same thing. Continued strength to you.

janice again October 02, 2006 • 05:56 PM

p.s. I have purchased and given away more copies of Conversations and Station Wagon than I dare to count! Such beautiful, powerful ways to witness!

janice October 02, 2006 • 05:42 PM

Dear Sara's Dad: Could I trouble you to get this to Sara before Saturday night's concert at Bethel College? Thanks! Dear Sara: Bringing 11 friends and family to hear/see you 10/7. Some are Christians, some seekers some...not sure...It would bless me beyond words if you could sing for them "my anthem", "my song" -- "You've Always Been Faithful". Thank you for blessing us with your gifts -- and may you be blessed in return!

Cathy Shaw October 02, 2006 • 02:14 PM

Your song "He's Always Been Faithful to Me" touches me so much because "Great is Thy Faithfulness" has always been my favorite hymn. It was even sung at my wedding! God's faithfulness to me in spite of everything and the fact that "His mercies are new every morning" has sometimes been the only thing that enabled me to get out of bed... I have searched the internet for a performance track or sheet music to this song because I would love to sing it at my chapel. Is there a performance track out there anywhere? Thank you for your witness.

Sue October 02, 2006 • 06:21 AM

Sara, I don't know how to get to the place where I feel like it's going to be alright. I am definitely getting no sleep. My experience is not lining up with my view of an Almighty Caring God. It helps to hear the encouraging words of your songs and I am praying for a break in the clouds. I need some light to make sense of the words.

Meteor October 02, 2006 • 03:40 AM

Fascinating site and well worth the visit. I will be backf

J.R. October 01, 2006 • 11:03 PM

Hey Sara, Thanks for helping take the edge off at the end of a long day.... J.R. XXXchurch Starving Jesus

Cas sie September 30, 2006 • 04:21 PM

Sara, I just came across your website. I only have one of your CDs that I got a long time ago, Conversations. It helped me through some rough times. It is good to see that you are still recording and performing. Your music is so inspiring and.. healing. God bless you and yours.

Marissa September 30, 2006 • 02:55 PM

Hi Sara! I love my CD Add to the Beauty. I got it last December. Little did I know it would be what helped get me through several very hard months. I was angry at you (silly, I know!) for one of your songs on it, "It's Going to be Alright." I was going through something and it ended up not being "alright" or like I thought it should. So I quit listening to your CD. Only recently with the Lord's help have I realized that it is "alright." Everything happens for a reason, and I am being strengthened now. "I believe you'll outlive this pain in your heart and you'll gain such a strenght from what is tearing you apart." Thank you for showing me that with Jesus, I will always be alright. I am praying for you.

linda September 30, 2006 • 02:20 PM

you have a beautiful page and beautiful music!

clyde tuttle September 29, 2006 • 11:03 AM

Hi, I heard one of your new songs on the radio today and was really touched. I thought the lyrics were superb. Keep up the good work, and especially the solid lyrics. clyde

kelli black September 29, 2006 • 07:59 AM

I was listening to my local christian radio station here in the detroit area, 103.5 fm and heard a little part of your interview and loved your Why It Matters and your spirit and was glad they said your web-site. I am going to forward it to my mom and my brother for them to hopefully view. We all love our Lord and love it when others share it so personally and as beautifully as you. You are definitely using your gifts and talents God gave you for others. Thank you and keep it up.

linda September 28, 2006 • 06:00 PM

I tried putting in some of the request but it kept saying that i was putting something inapporiate on the site. Weirdness. Anyway, Brian--going to the marines-i will miss him-prayers for protection for him and healing for me since i may not see him again Richard dad's heart surgery and rRichard -healing in relationship and help get money for seminary alex -salvation from paganism Healing for Greg's heart and life and Pastor deb's back.

linda September 28, 2006 • 05:55 PM

There is alot of good going on as my sister got her dream job in the hospital as a mother baby nurse in UCH and my brother may get a great job as a paramedic too so there are good things going on in my life one of being my aborable niece and nephew and my family and friends. I would like prayer for my family too for closer walk with God and continued healing for them--my aunt's mom may have cancer, P*** invades my siblings and even cousin's life. healing and help for my cousins daniel and lauren, continued healing for kyle who was jumped awhile back, and help for both my aunts who one is teaching wed school and the other who is a mental health counselor at her church.

linda September 28, 2006 • 05:53 PM

Greetings. You have a lovely sight. I really enjoy the song "first song i sing" :) It makes me happy. The reason I am writing you is I am asking that you and others would pray for me and friends of mine making a chain of prayer for us. see below Hello. My name is linda. I struggle with hallucations and memory loss and feeling far away from God and missing his presence and strengthen my faith.

tammy September 28, 2006 • 05:35 PM

I absolutely love your lyrics, your music--it is so real! I have had the pleasure of introducing lots of people to your music in Louisiana. I check your site pretty often to see when is your next road trip to anywhere close by. (I've seen you once and my 5 year old can't wait to see you in person one day!) So I am sad to say I just missed you in the Slidell area. I must have just missed the posting! But I will keep a closer eye from now on and continue to spread the word. What a wonderful gift you have--thank you for sharing and being such a blessing in so many ways!

Jooni September 28, 2006 • 04:33 PM

i love this site.

Gina from NJ September 25, 2006 • 06:23 PM

My friend heard you sing at a church in Vermont a while back and he bought your CD. I borrowed the CD because I always like listening to new Christian music. To be honest, I had never even heard of you before. The CD was very inspirational in my life. Each song related to my life in some way and I listened to it daily. What powerful words! I loved it! I currently work at a Christian school in Egg Harbor Township, NJ and I can't wait to play your CD for my students. I hope your music is as inspirational to them as it was to me. I can't wait to hear more!

burnedout missionary September 24, 2006 • 07:59 PM

hallo from germany.. i hate guest books, they are so impersonal. probably everyone reads what i write here except you. but whatever, i just need to admit "aloud" that i have burnout and am struggling in all areas of my life. and since i am listening to your cd (well, to be fair, only the first and third songs on conversations) i thought i would see if you have a webpage. alot of your texts feel like they are flowing out of my soul.. and reading through the texts from the albums i dont know, i see a glimmer of hope.. it seems like you've been through some sunken times and made it up again.... so maybe i will too.

Kara Bartz September 23, 2006 • 07:44 PM

WOW!! My mom and I LOVE your music! Keep it up!

margaret haughey September 21, 2006 • 07:51 PM

I am a 44 yr old mom working to keep her 13 yr old piano/trumpet playing boy interested in God and music. We listen to your music and they (my boys) love it. I have a vision to get a group of kids from the junior school together to work on "When It Was Over", and then play at church. Is there a way to get the music for it? Take care - keep up the beauty.

Holly B. September 21, 2006 • 02:39 PM

I'm not a Christian, but listen to some of your music. I love it. Apparently, you were at my cousin's church about a year and a half ago in NC and she said hearing you live was just amazing. I imagine that is probably the truth. Thank you for such lovely music.

Emily September 19, 2006 • 08:41 AM

I love your music!Your words are great,and I always sing along to your songs.Keep up the good work!!

ryanford September 18, 2006 • 12:57 AM

Sara ,the first time I herd the song awakening I was walking out in my nieborhood like I usually do and when the song progressed to the part about the blood is real I just threw up my hands and cried out to god. Sara you have been a huge insperation in my life spritually and musically and I thank you.keep up the good work and I am praying for you and your crew. in christ Ryan Ford

Michelle September 15, 2006 • 07:01 PM

I have admired the beautiful depth of Sara's music since I first heard her in a Michael Card concert in Yorba Linda, California. Her latest album "Add to the Beauty" I bought in a Kenyan Christian music store while in Africa in May. You had to carry the cover to the cashier to retrieve the CD because of rampant theft, but what fun for me to buy her album there. I pray often that God blesses Sara and her work as He blesses me with her music.

Joseph September 15, 2006 • 03:24 PM

I have said quite a few prayers of thanks for the providence that lead me to first pickup "All Right Here". Soon after a retreat, my first in over 20 years, I heard "Remember Surrender". It summarized my experience better than I ever could. I still will cry upon hearing that song. (It seems that at least a dozen of yo