What a unique weekend! We started in Henryville, IN, a little north of Louisville, KY. This town had really been torn up by a tornado this spring, and the church brought us in as an encouragement to their people. We had a really great night. Wonderful pastor and great people.
The next day we were in Wabash IN at the Eagles Theater. Cool theater, wonderful hotel across the street. Good night, slightly overshadowed by this strange moment near the end of the night. Jason and I had gotten off on this weird tangent (which, of course, is very rare), and we were talking about recording vocals when you’re sick. At which point, someone in the audience yells out, “Kiss him!” I’m not exactly sure who she was talking to, but regardless, that did not happen. It did win the award for most awkward moment of the tour.
Saturday, we were supposed to play an outdoor show after dark, and it was going to get down into the 30’s. Fortunately they chose to move it indoors, which also helped with the Inferno 2012 theme. Not that it was hot inside, just hotter than freezing. Still, we had a good night with some great people. We got to have dinner with our friend Brenda who was celebrating her birthday.
And Sunday was easily the best night of the tour. We had a sold out show in Liberty Township, Ohio. And the people were wonderful. It was a safe place full of people who had come to encounter Jesus and worship Him. I played a few songs everyone knew and then switched gears and taught them “You Are Good” off H2BL. They jumped in and we had a powerful evening. I also included Sometimes By Step, an old favorite from Rich Mullins. Jason and I both played some really vulnerable songs in the second half of the night. It was a really amazing evening and I am very grateful for all who came, not only that night but all weekend.
We only have one more weekend, but it’s a big one. Five shows, across North Carolina, Virginia, Missouri, Pennsylvania, and ending in Texas. I will be sad to see this tour end, but I’m sure we will have a great weekend. Thanks to everyone who has been a part, and I’m looking forward to seeing more of you this weekend.
Todd
I have been to many Todd Agnew shows and this tour is the best I’ve ever seen! Todd and Jason are a perfect combination. I have always said, “I like Todd’s music but I LOVE his preaching.” Jason was just as great. I liked his music, too…and LOVED his preaching.” Todd and Jason both had an awesome message followed by some really good music. The “awkward moment” was really more funny than awkward. I certainly didn’t make the kiss suggestion but I laughed about it. Thanks Todd and Jason for a wonderful evening!
For anyone who can get to the final weekend of this tour, it will be worth your time and effort. Todd, I hope there will be much more collaboration in the future with Jason because you two bring out the best in each other. Thanks again for making my birthday celebration one I won’t ever forget. You’re such an incredible blessing to me!
Was blessed to be present Sunday night…Thank you for the best evening of worship I’ve experienced in a long time! Happy belated birthday to my friend Brenda! What an awesome blessing to be able to share it with you and Jason and her friends.
My Wife and I have seen Todd twice before in OH and at Huntington IN both times He seemed out of place. Tonight You seemed right at home. Best concert I’ve been at since Keith Green well maybe Michael Card. By the way put the first song on a record ( the one you mention Lewis, Green, Card ) I’ll buy it. By the way what a wonderfull night from you both. I’ll chase you down again next year and bring a few more people. First time to blog.