MINISTRY OF MUSICALS F or more than a decade and a half the melodious, friendly voice of Phil Kerr delighted hearts of thou sands of people who attended regular Monday Night Musicals in Pasadena. Then after suffering a severe heart attack, the popular hymn and chorus writer, often called “Mr. Gospel Music,” was called into the presence of Christ to “make the courts of heav en ring.” His widow, Iris Kerr, desired to present one Memorial Musical in her husband’s honor. So many people asked her to resume the ministry, however, that she has set the first Monday each month throughout next year for the musical testimonies of dedicated Christian artists. And where are these gatherings held? Visitors to Southern California are always amazed to find that the 3,000-seat
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Tony Fontane, whose w ife was recently cured of cancer, told a Monday night audience of the way in which God has led in his life. Seated on the platform with Iris Kerr, Tony and K erry rejoiced in God’s blessing through music.
Iris Kerr looks on backstage while Georgia L ee, accompanied by her husband, Ralph Hoopes, goes over a number. Hoopes also shares in the fam ily musical talents.
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Mrs. Kerr checks the program listing with Don Trapp, stage manager at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. W hile the programs are never rehearsed, because of the expert abilities of those backstage as well as on the program, visitors are always inspired by the various features presented.
THE KING'S BUSINESS
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