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The sound of an acoustic guitar often strikes the chords of our hearts and sings to the love that we share with the world. Talented and inspirational artist Tom Conlon will grace Rancho Santa Margarita’s community with a benefit concert at The Gate this Friday, March 26, at 7 p.m. It is more than a concert. It is a gathering of praise and generosity.
For some of us who live in the comfort and blessings of O.C. we sometimes may overlook the gifts we are given. We must not forget those who continue to struggle attaining the most basic of human needs, especially the youth of the world. As we all know, the country of Haiti was devastated by a massive 7.0 magnitude quake. Join Tom Conlon in supporting and rebuilding Good Rest Mission, an orphanage ravaged by the natural disaster.
Good Rest Mission is home to over fifty Haitian orphans. The community is approximately ten miles from the quake epicenter and was severely affected by the aftermath. The mission buildings and the housing dormitories collapsed during the earthquake. The concert this Friday is free for all to attend and those who do will have the opportunity to donate monetary support to aid the children and families of the Haiti orphanage.
Tom Conlon is a traditional folk Christian singer. He debuted in 1996 with his album Soil Out of Sand and since then has continued to create music that touches the soul. He continued on to make 6 more albums and touring the US exclusively. The size of the venue does not matter to him in performances; he still finds great comfort in the intimacy of playing house concerts for those who request it.
He once spoke about the inspiration that fueled him to sing saying, “Growing up, my biggest musical influences came from my home and the church. I remember my Grandmother’s playing – she was a fantastic jazz pianist. Each time she played, it was a journey. The same was true in church – the music began, and you just sort of dove in. It was something you could get lost in, but together. So I guess my music tries to keep that tradition of taking a journey in the context of relationship – creating a shared space to experience eternal, timeless things.”
Don’t miss your chance to hear the graceful tunes of Tom Conlon this Friday, March 26, at 7 p.m. For more information call 949.916.4283. The Gate is located at 22521 Avenida Empresa in RSM. The venue is a Christian Gathering Place where people can connect with God and with others, regardless of their background, nationality or denomination.
