Keith Lancaster » Lancaster Family

The family that sings together . . .

Keith — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 22:22:32 +0000

I have so many fond memories of family singing as I was growing up. It seems that music was always in my home; whether my Dad was playing his guitar, or my friends were at our house, putting together our latest band. I can’t remember any family reunions where we didn’t sing hymns together. I guess it’s only natural to see that love of singing and harmony passed along to our children.

Here’s a photo taken of Allison, Melissa, Kimberly and Anthony, singing during our concert in Mito, Japan. James says, “If anyone is happy, let him sing . . .”

Celebrating the universal languages of music and worship

Keith — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 02:16:49 +0000

Here’s a shot of our family celebrating the wonderful days we enjoyed ministering to and fellowshipping with the Mito church. Judging from the tears, smiles, joy, laughter and all the comments, we are thrilled to witness how God used this trip for His glory. The precious brothers and sisters in Japan will not be forgotten as we pray for opportunities to worship with them again.

Colorful Ninja Children striking a pose

Keith — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 01:57:59 +0000

Anthony, Melissa, Kimberly Lancaster Brantley and Allison Lancaster are joined by Stephanie Harding in this fun moment after visiting an “Everything For A Dollar” Store.

Christmas in Japan

Keith — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 05:15:25 +0000

Lancaster Family Concert: Merry Christmas from Japan

Keith — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 23:34:27 +0000

Photo by Stephanie Harding – - It’s difficult to believe that this is the very first Lancaster Family concert. Of course, all of us sing with various groups and combinations, but Mito, Japan was the location for the very first offical Lancaster Family concert. Melissa did an amazing job of rehearsing the family and putting the entire concert together. The song lineup featured some Durant favorites, Christmas songs, an Acappella classic and some songs in Japanese, through the coaching of our new friend, Michael McClain. Michael joined us for a couple of songs. Christians were joined by seekers for this wonderful evening celebrating Christmas. In addition to a message, congregational singing and candle light ceremony, the evening concluded with “The Hallelujah Chorus.”

This is the first time that our family has chosen to spend Christmas on the mission field. We have yet to present the Praise & Harmony workshop (our first one that’s bi-lingual) and we look forward to worshipping with the Mito church as well. We are enjoying their loving hospitality.

Wherever you choose to celebrate Christmas, we wish a warm and merry Christmas and pray for a happy New Year serving our Lord!

Kim Lancaster Brantley sings with passion

Keith — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 23:15:28 +0000

Photo by Stepanie Harding – - I’ve told my daughter, Kimberly, that she needs to record a solo album. Her incredible voice and interpretation skills are a blessing to everyone who hears her in concert. As I previously shared about singing “How Deep The Father’s Love For Us,” in Brazil, I was again deeply moved by her version of this powerful song as it was presented during the Lancaster Family concert in Mito, Japan. Can you tell I’m a proud Papa?