Hey Guys and Gals,
Juan here with a little dose of Crowns just in case you were needing it because of withdrawals that led to blackouts and not being able to account for your whereabouts. First of all, these last few days were pretty intense. We got to Asheville, NC alright. Although I don't think I ever saw the sun. We parked in a garage connected to thecivic center, and I just walked off of our bus into the dressing room (not really, but you get the point). Melodee went with Megan to get her toes did whilst I washed the children. The concert went off without a hitch, and we had fun and then headed out.
Little did we know that underneath the calm exterior as we lay slumbering in our peaceful yet rumbling (because of the bus) beds, a evil was lurking that would decimate half of the Crowns camp. It started with our LD (Lighting Director), I think, and just went like a wave from there. Mind you, this was no case of the sniffles. 
Without being too graphic, it was bad enough to keep folk from doing their jobs. The concert in Atlanta went well, [Side Note: Caleb's Dad came ot visit him, and we let him sing on "Voice of Truth". I thought it was nice of us seeing as how he helped to write it, regardless, REALLY cool moment of the night and the tou
r] I don't think anything was noticed by anyone, which gives you a clue as to the undaunted nature of our crew. But by the end of the night, there was actually a section in the church lobby of people sprawled out on couches, and they included 2 of our bus drivers.
This led to a decisive moment when "Tour Mom" Mel had to either call it quits for the weekend, or gather what remnant we had left of a crew and bands and try to make a concert out of lemons in Baton Rouge,LA. So we consolidated buses, and because of the great bus skills of one John Micha and Ed Bunton, we were able to make it there. That being only part of the problem since the crew was short, we decided to pitch in. Granted, I had to actually touch my own amps and plug them in for the first time in I don't know how many years, but I did it, and I'm proud. Now our Stage guy, Michael France will tell you he had to come in behind us and rewire everything, but he is a compulsive liar.
So I apologize to the people of Baton Rouge and surrounding areas, because my wife was absent, and I'm sure that's the only reason you guys came (and to see me, of course). So next time we come through, we will be sure to have disinfected everything as those of you who are going to see us in the next few days can be assured we are doing right now. God bless, and wash your hands.
PS: Sign is of a Place in Baton ROuge named Frostop's. Cool place to eat and get a local feel
Peace
Juan
Comments
Juan,
Thanks for the update Cheryl and I have been worried about all of you, and you are all in our prayers, as always.
Jim & Cheryl France
P.S. - We had already heard Michael's take on the the "new" stage help he received.
my family an i where at the concert in baton rouge . we traveled to get there an are so happy we did . you all are such a blessing in our lives. we are lifting you all up in prayer for this tour. thank you for your dedication , all praise to God , the rebert's
We saw you in Pittsburgh and you were wonderful. So sorry to hear that the bug traveled with you for awhile. Praying you get better.
Maria, Luke and Anita
I love every song you guys have ever sung! Now, WASH YOUR HANDS! With Soap!
Blessings,
Tracie
I am a new listener to your music and love it. The messages in your songs touches hearts and changes lives. I listen to Casting Crowns & Kutlass on my way to work and it gives me a great start to my day. God is working thru you! Thanks so much for sharing with the world your gift.
Thank you so much for making the decision to come to Baton Rouge despite the hardships you guys faced. What a blessing you were to me and all who attended! I didn't want the night to end. Please come back to Baton Rouge soon. Blessings, Lora
I am a recent listener to your group. A friend of mine introduced me to someof your older songs, ( Who Am I, Voice Of Truth, Praise You In The Storm, just to name a few) . I have found that listening to your music and songs have become a way for me to get closer to God . I am sure you have recieved many suck emails and letters, but I just want to personally thank you for letting God speak through you to people like me. May God bless you and your ministries.
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Dear Lord Jesus, you said that where two or more are gathered in your name, you are there. We lift up your faithful servants who recently was stricken with illness. Please lay your healing hand upon them and restore them so that they can continue your work. We ask this in Jesus' beautiful name. Amen.
Sincerely, Ramona Taylor
I attended the Baton Rouge concert and had a wonderful time of renewal and singing some amazing songs! If you hadn't told us about everyone being sick, I never would have noticed. We were impressed with how smoothly everything ran and how fast the crew managed the transitions. When I got home and thought about it, THEN I remembered that I really like the violin --- but I noticed nothing in the concert, everything was beautiful and so well put together. Thank you so much!
My husband, son ,and I were at the Atlanta show. We had a wonderful time. So blessed. We are members of ELFBC and heard in Sunday School you guys were down with the dreaded stomach bug. I wished I knew then at the concert. My family and others I know use activated charcoal when we get stomach problems. Works great. I always keep a bottle in my purse. You never know when the "bug" will hit. Take care.
check out my jib/jab starring "casting crowns" hope it makes you laugh as hard as Ashli and I did. Love you all and hope everyone is better soon. We all had something similiar, but we are well now.
I was at the show last night in San Antonio and would've never known anyone was under the weather! I just wanted to say thank you. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE your music, but last night I was able to show my son living examples of people who submit their lives to God. We had conversations about things that were said from the stage and song lyrics that were amazing. Thank you for being a living example of Christ working in us and through us, for your humility and transparency. That's where real ministry happens!
Thanks again for keepin it real!
Sincerely,
Amy
hello Juan,
Wanted to see you guys in Asheville so bad.Will catch you all in Greensboro.Am so sorry you guys have been sick.Please know I'm praying for you and praying for all sickness to go away.It has been a while since I've been on here.Sorry about that.Praying for you guys.
Thank you all the awesome music.You guys and the music Christ is given you has and is definitely helping me along this healing journey.It's amazing how far Christ has brought me.Wow!!
Thank you so much and praying for you my friend.
Stephanie
NC
i just went to your concert in newark, nj. it was amazing!! i drove
from hartford ,ct just to see you guys there! may God bless this band
each day more and more!! i was touched by God today in the concert! you
guys are just an example to follow!!! well hope you guys come near by
soon1, by the way, my folks back in Brazil want Casting Crowns to visit
there at all cost. a brazilian christian singer translated "Who I am"
and its playin every where and many souls are bein reached by it!
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Thanks for the update.
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We saw you in Pittsburgh and you were wonderful. So sorry to hear that the bug traveled with you for awhile.
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thank you so much for updating me nice tour
thank you all the awesome music.You guys and the music Christ is given you has and is definitely helping me along this healing journey.
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