Guestbook

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

Laura Bousman November 04, 2011 • 10:09 AM

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

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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

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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!

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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 crus