The End of the Spectator Church by Tony Cooke
- Description Moving from Passivity to Purpose For many Christians, church involves attending an occasional Sunday service and sitting in the audience. Virtually ineffective and having minimal impact, we have embraced a consumer Christianity that creates little but passive believers. Yet the Church is meant for so much more! Tony Cooke challenges this all-too-common scenario with biblical and historical evidence that paints a radically different picture. With contagious zeal and encouragement, Tony mobilizes the body of Christ to action by reminding each of us that we are to be servants, not spectators, who radiate life to those lost and without hope. The End of Spectator Church launches you from passivity to purpose—across the aisle, across town, or across the ocean—as Tony reveals: Your divine purpose is for “such a time as this” Hurting people are waiting on the gifts inside you The Church functions best when every part is in its proper place What the “priesthood of all believers” looks like today
CD - THE BELFAST SESSIONS
This, our latest collection of songs, was recorded at RedBox Studios in Belfast. We’ve wanted to record there for awhile now and finally the timing was right for all. Dónal O’Connor one of the owners, produced it with expertise, poise, patience and not a few threats, the main one being “no more Guinness till youse get this track right.” Inspirational words indeed! He was somehow able to corral us and steer us in the right direction on each song. I’m sure he’d love to work with us again – maybe! We had a great time all together recording there, and hopefully dear fans you’ll enjoy listening. In these uncertain times remember, music hath charms to soothe a savage breast. I think that was a quote from Paul McCartney, or possibly Bob Dylan. Enjoy!
The Belfast Sessions (2025)
Track Listing:
- BOYS OF BELFAST
- BELFAST BOOZELEERS
- DOWN BY THE LAGAN SIDE
- IRISH NAVIES
- MY BELFAST LOVE
- A NIGHT IN BUSHMILLS
- NO DOUBT ABOUT IT
- I’LL TELL YOU BOYS IT’S WHISKEY
- PRODIGAL SON
- NEW LINE TO DUBLIN
- PADDY’S DREAM
- SONG FOR BELFAST
- DAYTRIP TO BELFAST
