I was asked to pass on this information to let you know about Annual Christian Music Festival:
Yebotv to stream “The Fest” Annual Christian Music Festival with Grammy award winning headliner Michael W Smith on August 5thWhen they say "Catholic Mass" do you think that means they will actually be distributing the host and wine? Maybe I'm showing my ignorance of the terminology, could a Catholic correct me if I am. I did ask the person who emailed me and if they respond, I'll update this post.
27,000+ fans expected to attend – stream can be viewed globally @ www.Yebotv.com
New York, NY – July 30, 2007 – Yebotv announced today that they will stream the 8th annual Christian music festival “The Fest, an all-day event happening on August 5th beginning @ 3:00pm.
This annual event brings thousands of Christian music fans together for an entire day of music, inspiration, family fun, games, and activities for people of all ages – culminating with a dynamic and inspiring Catholic Mass with a 500 voice choir. Last year’s event brought 23,000 fans with this year’s numbers expected to surpass 27,000. “Yebotv.com was inspired by Father Bob Stec’s passion for delivering his message through technology and music. It was obvious to us that our method of communicating is similar and that we had the ability to deliver his message not only to his large following, but to the world.”
"I am excited to forge a new path for Christianity utilizing the Internet. Our partnership with Yebotv will enable us to reach millions of people all over the world. It is a great way for us all to reach out and spread a message of good news and hope globally.” Father Bob
Michael W. Smith, frequently referred to as the father of Contemporary Christian Music, is one of the founders of the industry. He has released 18 albums and ten books—the winner of both the Dove Awards and Grammy Awards. He is the most renowned performer the FEST main stage has ever seen. His fame, his fans and his faith will inevitably make the FEST a day of unforgettable excitement. Also on the bill are: -Divine Soldiers, Leeland and Superchick, and local winner of Real Music, Silent Exchange.
Yebotv will also be launching a Christian music channel in partnership with Father Bob’s mission, taking their past local competitions to a global level with Real Music.
Real Music is Music with Meaning. “Over the past four years we have searched our region for the best upcoming Christian musicians.” Real Music has all styles of music, but brings a different message – a much needed message – a message of hope and peace, a message of faith and prayer, a message that we are one.”
We have partnered with Yebotv.com to give all Christian musicians, across the world, an opportunity to share their music and their message. We look forward to working with Yebotv.com to search out the best of the best across the world and bring those groups/artists to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the finals. “It is an opportunity to create a venue or portal for upcoming artists to share their God given gifts and talents of music and song to bring a different message, a hopeful message to our world.” Father Bob
This year’s theme for The FEST is ONE—celebrating the cultural diversity within the region showcasing the many different ethnic groups being represented at the event. All of these nationalities remind us that we are called to be ONE. The day is FREE and all are welcome. More information can be found at: www.theFEST.us.
Update: Turns out it is a full Mass.
