I would be honored to share these songs of faith in person at your church service - Sunday service, weekday service, evening of reflection, or in conjunction with a retreat, or other event (prolife, interfaith, etc.). Please send an e-mail to me at: karen@karenzsong.com, and include the date, time, and type of event, and I will respond as quickly as I can regarding availability. Here is a list of upcoming events:
But the Lord was not in the wind...
not in the earthquake...
not in the fire...
but in a gentle whispering sound.
I Kings 19:11-12
not in the earthquake...
not in the fire...
but in a gentle whispering sound.
I Kings 19:11-12
Schedule.............
2012
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Sunday, April 15, 2012 - I am humbly grateful to announce that a concert in honor of our Lord's Divine Mercy will take place at 2:00 p.m., at St. Ephrem Church, 38990 Dodge Park, Sterling Heights, MI 48312. The afternoon will begin with a concert of several local area Catholic recording artists (my self included :-)). At 3:00 p.m., in the presence of Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament we will have the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Refreshments following. Come one, come all - - - all are invited!
2011
Saturday, January 22, 2011 - Life is a Gift Conference at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, will mark the anniversary of Roe v. Wade. I am honored to be singing "The Lost Ones" at the landmark pro-life event. Key note speakers will include Archbishop Allen Vigeneron, and other powerful pro-life advocates.
I'm so blessed and humbled to have been part of this moving event. Thank you Socorro Truchan!
Friday, February 25 @ 8:35 to 8:55 am - On 990 AM in the Detroit I will be talking to Teresa on her show, Catholic Connection. Time permitting, she will also play a couple of songs from my CD's. This is such an honor, pray that the Lord grant me grace to do a good job. Thank you Teresa Tomeo! What a wonderful experience to be on Teresa's show - she's so kind and made me feel very much at ease. If you're not familiar with it, her show airs Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 am. I highly recommend it!
CD Release Concert Sunday, March 6 - 2:00 pm at St. Ephrem Parish, 38900 Dodge Park, Sterling Heights, MI
(there will be a free will offering to benefit St. Vincent dePaul)
What a blessing to present these songs at my home parish. Thank you Fr. Ron Milligan, Arthur, Nancy, Patty, Joey, and Pat Ascenzo, for all your support. We raised $218.00 for the work of St. Vincent dePaul.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011 - Interfaith Luncheon, hosted by Our Lady Of LaSalette Church Ladies Guild. Thank you to Pat Omans for inviting me back to sing at this wonderful event. Thank you ! Thank you! What a blessing to share this time with my brothers and sisters who share in the common love of our Lord Jesus Christ!
Saturday, May 21, 2011 - Immaculate Heart of Mary, Lansing, MI, Volunteer Appreciation Dinner - Private Event Thank you Fr. John Byers and Dave Wiseman for inviting me to share this special time with your Parish. I was blessed to be a part of your vibrant Community, even if just for an evening.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011 - Cancer fund raiser dinner for Sr. Cynthia.
Thank you Gino Vitale for inviting me to join in this outpouring of love and support for Sr. Cynthia and her sister Rosemary (both from Nigeria), and are both suffering with cancer. Sr. Cynthia has touched many lives with her kind and simple ways - truly a testament to how small acts of love can have a great effect. God Bless Gino for putting this all together.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011 - South Oakland Vicariate Council of Catholic Woman, @ 12:00 pm, Farina Banquet Center 2485 Coolidge Hwy Berkley, MI 48072 Tickets for the luncheon are $16. You can contact Marilyn Lile @ 248-542-4724 for tickets and/or more information. Thanks so much to the Council for this wonderful opportunity to share the Word of God in song this day. God Bless you for the all charitable work that you do for others. You are truly God's 'hands'.
October 29, 2011 - Catholic Women's Conference, Sterling Heights, MI - I'm not performing at this event, but I will be in the vendor area with CD's available, and I would love to meet and talk with any of you dear ladies who will be attending.
Once again, I was blessed to meet and mingle with so many wonderful ladies at this annual eveny. The Lord is working powerfully in the lives of many women in our Diocese.
December 3, 2011 - Advent Tea, St. Ephrem Church,
Thank you to the St. Ephrem Advent Tea Committee for the opportunity to give a presentation in word and song on the spirituality of St. Therese of Lisieux. St. Therese has become very special to me in the past few years, and I am blessed and honored to share what I've learned with others.
2010
January 13, 2010 - Our Lady of LaSalette, 2600 Harvard Rd., Berkley, Mi - sponsered by the Ladies Guild - following the 7:00 p.m. Mass. (Coolidge Hwy. about 1/4 mile North of 11 Mile Rd.) Thank you Our Lady of LaSalette Parish and Fr. Connell. It was my priviledge to worship with, and sing for you!
Sunday, FEBRUARY 7, 2010, @ 3:00 p.m. - CD concert at St. Ephrem Church, 38900 Dodge Park (at 17 Mile Rd.), Sterling Heights, MI (1/2 mile West of Van Dyke Ave.)
Thank you St. Ephrem Church for your warm welcome and gracious hospitality. Thank you Pat Ascenzo and friends for the wonderful refreshments.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - I have the honor of singing "The Lost Ones" at the 40 Days for Life kick-off event, 7:00 p.m., at the National Shrine of the Little Flower, 2100 W. 12 Mile Rd. at Woodward, Royal Oak, MI. Scheduled speakers are Archbishop Allen Vigneron, of the Catholic Archdiocese of Detroit, and Suffragan Bishop D. L. Bradley, of Bethelehem Temple Church of the Apostolic Faith. If you are considering getting involved in the Right to Life movement, this would be an excellent chance to learn and be inspired by many dedicated individuals. What a beautiful evening of prayer, song, and wonderful speakers to start this seasons 40 Days for Life. This event can be heard in it's entirerty March 6, at 6 pm on 990 WDEO in the Detroit area. If you can't pick it up on the radio you can listen online at www.avemariaradio.net.
Monday, March 29, 2010 @ 7:00 p.m. - 40 Days for Life End Celebration, Knights of Columbus Hall, Ryan Rd., just S. of 15 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights, Mi. An evening to be uplifted by songs and the sharing of our stories from our '40 Days' experiences. It was an honor to celebrate with all the 40 Days for Life prayer warriors. I encourage all to continue praying at the abortion clinic whenever you have a chance, and keep the cause of the unborn in your daily prayers.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010 - Interfaith Luncheon - Our Lady of LaSalette, Berkley, Mi - What a wonderful gathering. Thank you Pat Omans for the invitation. It was a blessing to be able to spend time sharing faith through these songs, with you and those from neighboring churches . Peace to all.
Sunday, September 19, 2010 - The 40 Days for Life fall campaign kick-off will take place from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at St. Thecla Catholic Church, 20740 South Nunneley, Clinton Township, MI 48035. I'm so very honored to be invited to sing at this event, and that afternoon I will be previewing the pro-life song, "Welcome Baby". All are welcome - please join us. What a blessing to have been part of this great afternoon of prayer, song, and wonderful speakers to start the Fall 2010, 40 Days for Life. Thank you to RTL Northwest Macomb, and RTL Central Oakland for the invitation.
Friday, October 9, 2010 - Pro-Life United Rally at 3193 Rochester Road South, Troy, MI. This event brings together several pro-life groups, and people of many faiths in support of Life. amd I'm truly blessed to be able to participate. Please join us this day from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. All are welcome. Thank you to Barb Yagley for the invitation to sing at this event, and to Life Christian Church for hosting it. What a blessing to here the testimonies of these wonderful pro-life speakers.
40 Days for Life - End Celebration - November 1, 7:00 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Ryan Rd., just S. of 15 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights, Mi. An evening to be uplifted by songs and the sharing of our stories from our '40 Days' experiences.
We gathered together, people of many different faiths, with one burning hope - that abortion would come to an end. What a privledge to offer up a humble song to this dedicated group. Let us continue to pray all the more fervently.
Catholic Women's Conference, November 13, Sterling Inn, Sterling Heights, MI - I'm not performing at this event, but I will be in the vendor area with CD's available, and I would love to meet and talk with any of you dear ladies who will be attending. Visit www.aod.org for more information on this event.
Had a wonderful time meeting with, and introducing these songs to so many wonderful faith filled people at this event.
2009
December 6, 2009 - 1:00 p.m., CD Release Concert at The Salvation Army, 1627 W. Fort St., Detoit, MI - Thank you to all who attended. It was a joy to sing for you.
December 5, 2009 - St. Ephrem Church, Sterling Heights, MI - Advent Tea. Thank you ladies for making me feel so welcome. Have a Blessed Christmas.
