Franciscan Sisters highlight community building efforts of Steel Bridge Songfest

: Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity highlight the efforts of the Steel Bridge Songfest which builds community while saving a historic landmark in Door County Wisconsin.

A campaign to save an old bridge becomes a large-scale musical event, inspiring artists and revitalizing a community in the process. Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity share songs and offer free music downloads of selections that bring home the message, convey the fun and immortalize the spirit of Steel Bridge Songfest, Door County, WI. St. Francis would feel at home in this event that builds even deeper bridges of the heart and spirit.

You’ll want to listen to a sample of writers and artists who volunteer their time, energy and creativity with proceeds and royalties donated to the Steel Bridge Fund held by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Keep scrolling and clicking until you have heard each song.

And if you like what you hear, desire to hear more and count yourself apart of this community-in-the-making cause, click here. Or better consider showing up in person at this fun event on June 10-13, 2010. Check here for a schedule that includes over 150 musicians.

Leavin It All Behind by Todd Carey and Freedy Johnson

Build Us A Bridge by Kim Manning and Landon Capelle

The Real Deal by Tom Schriner-Schmitt

There is An Answer by James Hall

He Walked on The Water by Mo Rose

Additional News Flash: The Great Sturgeon Bay Ship Horn Sound Off

You are invited to be part of a truly unique sonic event involving the Wisconsin DOT bridge horns, the tug fleet, the Maritime Musuem’s John Purves tug, the Coast Guard and any other ships in port at 12 noon, Saturday, June 12. Read more.

Messages from the Artists

Todd Carey

Song: Leavin It All Behind

Comments from Todd:

On May 25th, Todd will release “After the Morning After”. Produced by Mikal Blue (Colbie Callait, Angel Taylor), the set showcases his triplethreat singing/songwriting/guitar playing.

Links:

www.toddcareymusic.com

www.myspace.com/toddcarey

www.facebook.com/tcfans

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Kim Manning

Song: Build Us a Bridge

Comment about the song:

This song is about how we are all connected, everyone, and that by recognizing and honoring that connection we can rest assured that we are never alone, and that we can all grow strong, healthy, happy and holy. As Yogi Bhajan said ‘See God in all or see God not at all’.

Lyrics

I found a bridge

Would you meet me there?

Won’t walk alone

Your spirits in the air

Love is the common Ground

Two heartbeats make one sound

Let’s build us a bridge

and stop tearing old one’s down

Website: www.kimmanning.com

Megan

I like "Build Us a Bridge" because it talks about being connected and not being alone.
Wynna

"Build me a Bridge" made me think of going from grade school to junior high!
Kerry

This song made me feel happy!!!!
Allissa

"Build me a Bridge" means to set goals!
JCW

The song 'Build Us a Bridge" has a very true message, we should be building our relationships with Jesus Christ and our friends, famil, and neighbors, not tearing them down.
Sheree

The song "Build Us a Bridge" made me think about the transitioning from high school to a new life in college. Also, it made me thing about becoming an adult. I enjoyed the song.
Briana

In the song "Build us a Bridge" it made me think about my transition from high school going into college, it can be a scary concept to think about, but I know that God will be with me the whole way.
Emily

Build us a Bridge is different from most songs, but you could understand the topic of the song!
Guest

This song isn't my style but it has interesting lyrics. There are many ways you could interpret it. I interpretted it like it was saying you are not alone in this world. And if you are going through a rough time, someone will be there to help you get through, or build a bridge.
Sister Julie Ann

Reading between the lines, it is evident that there is a lot of positive feelings being expressed. May the Lord bless you for taking the time to comment.
Daija

Building a brigde speaks to me as you having to make a change and not worrying about the outcome just putting your trust in God!!!
Beaneebabii

he walked on water. has an interesting vibe to it.. i like it. two thumbs up
Ashley

What about 4?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?
P.T

I thought that the song he walked on the water was a great song! :)
AmariW

build us a bridge is a nice song I really like it
BOB

okaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
AmariW

I want to get on facebook
Ashley

Thats nice
abby gorzlancyk

This song speaks to me in a speacil, unique way because a line that was in the song is "I am finally on my way."
This relates to me because I am finally on my way to middle school.
It also reminds of crossing a bridge in life. Leaving something behind thats important, to move to something bigger.
Abby S.

totally, I agree with you.
AmariW

The song to me was really not what I expected and I didnt really like it either
Sister Julie Ann

Amari, try another selection. With the variety of musicians this month, I would guess you will find one that speaks to your heart.
Mjb

It makes me fell like people are leaving everything behind.
Abby

I really liked the song.
Ashley

I like the song too!!
AmariW

okaaaaaaay
P.T

I liked the lyrics of the song.
beth

it was a song that was modern but really led me to believe that it was talking about how to live. it really brings out the image of being able to move on by using a bridge!
Ana K.

I really liked the song "Leave It All Behind", because it shows ultimately that you can always start over no matter how many times you mess up. The song was really catchy too.
Ashley

I liked it too Ana!!!!
Maggie Mcconnaha

This song had a really good rythym. I think young people would like this song because the catchiness. It says "on my way" and I think that really shows how our path keeps going on. and on. Till we meet God later on.
Beaneebabii

it was good. i liked the lyrics they can have different meanings to a lot of people so its one of those songs that speaks to nyou and has a heart touching meaning...n the beat was fun to listen to, but it didnt sound too too original, u need to have your own spunk.
Ashley

Move on in life and set new goals.
Jayne

it was a good song because it tells u that the past is gone and the future is close!
katie

this is the first year i am going to camp. it is soooo fun. every one is really nice, and the food is great. i've made lots of friends. i am totally coming here next year.
Ashley

I love camp too Katie!!! I will come her next year too!!!
Abby S.

hey katie, i made a lot of friend too. I love camp.
Jayne

i made a lot of friends too(: and i like camp too!
Carmellasandigo

it is about a confused man who wat to seek god so he can live his life un confused
Brittany Blenke

Leavin it all behind. i like it. It has a nice beat, and the words aren't gibberish like most songs are these days.
lamaia

it is about a very confused song by a very confused man trying to get unconfused
eileen

this song is saying that he is leaving the past behide. He staring a new life and is not thinking about the past. He is not going to live in the past , he is going to live in the present.
katie

I think that the song is like when you move or go to a different school, you leave friends behind.
Jamaicawhite91

This song is a meaningful song that express moving in a new direction in life.
Banhalt

personaly i dont like that kind of music but i like the words, they seem so say that we need to leave all our problems behind, move on and start new. I agree completly because i think we need need a fresh start.
Tamara

I think it was so good and my family loves songs like that .And if i get that CD i'd would listen to it every time.I love that song so much.
AmariW

okaaaaaaaaay
Jayne

i like it too(:
AmariW

okaaaaaaay
Jamie

Leaving it all Behind~ I think this means that people can go far and go over their bridge, it just takes courage.
Rachel Piontek

it fells like I'am going over a brige and living my old life behind and going into a new life!
abby gorzlancyk

I think you are right rachel,
if you really just listen to the song you'll get the vibe of
what everything in life is!!!
Anna

In my opinion, this song talks about living for better things in life rather than just material items. It teaches us that we are not made for this world but for the next: Heaven. it symbolizes the journey we must take through this world to live forever with Jesus Christ in the next.
Ana K.

Yes, I agree. We really want to reach God in the end.
Lashanette Antoine$

I really liked this song, it related to the things i've been through in the past,and it was really incouraging me to leave the bad behind me.
Kayla

the song is kind of inspiring because it kind of deals with what happens in life and how things can be taken care of with a simple action. you can leave things behind if you try and really want to.
abby

Hi Katies twin!!! :)
Sister Julie Ann

Thanks for all your meaningful comments. Feel free to listen to more than one selection and let us know how the song touches your life right now.
beth

I definitely will listen and comment on everyone's posts! It's really interesting to hear what people have to say about different songs. This will now be one of the websites I go on a lot!
Sister Julie Ann

Yeah! It'll be great to keep in touch with you, Beth! Peace and all good.
Ashley

I will come on here too!!
Sister Julie Ann

Ashley, it'll be a treat to hear your thoughts on the artists. The Lord bless you.
Maira

The song was great. I really did understand your wonderful song. Sometimes my sister say she feels like that. But it was a wonderful song.
sarah

I really did like this song to me it was talkin about moving on to bigger and better things and about growing closer to God.!
Arianna

The song, Leave it All Behind shows even you can make a change and yet still keep some things. I think now was a perfect time with people not spending money and cuting back, because it shows to keep some things.
Julie

The song speaks to me by telling me to move on. I am going to highschool next year, I guess that means to build a new bridge and to leave all the silliness behind and for myself to be matured to know how to act like a grownup. Highschool is a big step in life and will lead me on to knew and better things in life. :)
beth :)

i like your comment julie! im going into highschool (with you) and i agree that we need to really figure out how to live our lives right and leave all that silliness and immaturity behind! we can still be kids, but in a way to help and serve:)!
Maggie Mcconnaha

Awesome Julie! You are an awesome person, can't wait to go to high school with you!
Janiezuniga

hi my name is janie zuniga and the name of the song is (leaving it all behind) to me the song tells me that the past is gone and the future is near!!!
Brittany Blenke

you are apsolutly right!
Heather

I am commenting on the song Build Us a Bridge
I think that the song tells people that you are not all by your self, and that God is with you.
Emma

Leavin It All Behind
In this song it says "Help me on my way". I think that this simbolizes a prayer to God. It probably means to help that person on to a better way of life. They feel that they are leaving everything behind. And that they are finally on their way. Maybe that means that they are on their way to a stronger relationship with God.
Allison

The song was very good! The song touched me. When you cross that bridge you are starting a new chapter in your life.
beth

you're completely right! life is like a book, and if you read it in like a week and move on there's no point and you really don't get the whole meaning of the book you know? but if you read it slowly and really process, the book will become so much more interesting and more enjoyable!
Ashley

I agree with you!!
Ana K.

Hey Alli, Dolly. I loved your comment!!!
Kendyll

Leaving it all behind
It tells us to leave the past where it is. Leave your past behind you. Think and live your life now. Make it the best you can. Leave your past behind you and keep your future coming.
Ashley

Hey Kendyll,
I totally agree with you. You need to look at the future. :)
Mary

Leavin' It All Behind
This song is beautiful, not just because of the melody, but because of the words that are sung. The message of this song is simple, yet profound - no matter what happened in the past, we can leave it behind us, with the help of God's grace, and move forward as a renewed child of God.
alyjha

hi this is aly and i like this song because it is a good lesson on that you can leave what ever bad thing in the past and leave it all behind and that god and everyone will forgive you and it will be like nothing ever happend
!!
allison

It tell about making changes'and going on to something new. When you can take different paths. When things can sometimes feel like they are far away.
Sister Julie Ann

We understand why there are not as many postings this week since everyone is attending the Steel Bridge SongFest! Next week return for some comments from our Camp Franciscan participants and anyone else out there who is still pondering what to say about these great songs.

Building a Bridge Through Song and Community