Anand Darla :: Creekside Church :: Sunday, May 12, 2024

"Remember that you [the branch] do not support the root, but the root supports you.” (Romans‬ ‭11‬:‭18‬). Anand Darla preaches from Romans 11:11-24 on God’s redemptive plan for the remnant of Israel. God crafted a plan to save the Jews, drafted Paul to preach to the Jews and Gentiles, and grafted the Gentiles into the root of salvation. Anand’s message follows a video about Agape Resource Center and Creekside’s supply drive for this ministry, as well as other announcements.

Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

Romans 11:11-24 - Crafted, Drafted, Grafted

The olive tree is a symbol of nationality and connection to the land by Palestinians because of the tree’s slow growth and longevity. Although there is much to be celebrated in life, there is also much to feel sorrow for. I feel so sad each day seeing the horrific images and videos online of what is going on in Gaza - innocent civilians are being killed each day by airstrikes. Over 30,000 people including c. 13,000 children and many animals have so far been killed and that toll is mounting every single day. The levels of destruction are indescribable, not seen in my lifetime. I am heartbroken and I wish for an immediate end to the injustice, violence and suffering for all innocent civilians, and ever lasting peace. This piece is dedicated to all innocent lives lost and all innocent lives who are suffering. The viola leads the melody of this piece as I find that it sounds very elegiac. 

Composer: Shirley Ly
String Quartet: Musicians from Alerion Strings (see below) 
Violist: John Michael Hird 
Violinists: Vanessa White and Susanna Griffin
Cellist: Chris Terepin

© SHIRLEY LY

Olive Tree by Shirley Ly for innocent lives lost | String Quartet

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This EPIC The Musical Wedding Orchestra Version brings each iconic character theme to life in an unforgettable cinematic soundtrack — designed specifically to accompany every member of your bridal party during the wedding procession.

Each orchestral moment is based on the powerful themes from Jorge Rivera-Herrans' EPIC The Musical, perfect for couples who love theatrical storytelling, Greek mythology, and emotional build-ups.

*Cast of the Ceremony:*
👑 0:00 The Groom – Odysseus – Just A Man
🌊 0:51 First Groomsman – Poseidon – Ruthlessness
⚡ 1:21 Second Groomsman – Zeus – Thunder Bringer
🕊️ 1:52 Third Groomsman – Hermes – Dangerous
🔥 2:22 Fourth Groomsman – Telemachus – Legendary
⚔️ 2:48 First Bridesmaid – Athena – Warrior of the Mind
🌺 3:21 Second Bridesmaid – Calypso – Not Sorry for Loving You
🌷 3:57 Third Bridesmaid – Circe – There Are Other Ways
🧜 4:17 Fourth Bridesmaid – Siren – Suffering
🏹 4:36 Flower Girl / Ringbearer – The Challenge
🌿 4:56 Flower Girl / Ringbearer – Olive Tree (cut song)
👰 5:20 The Bride – Penelope – Would You Fall in Love With Me Again

EPIC The Musical EPIC Mashup [6:44] | Wedding Orchestra

The Olive Roots Podcast

This piece is dedicated to the people of Palestine, to the suffering children. It is a cry against this heinous massacre perpetuated by those who were once victims. Violence is an endless curse that feeds on the anger of the people and their death instincts. This must stop!

نواح أشجار الزيتون (The Wailing of the Olive Trees)

We are NOIR GRIS GRIS, a music band of Fred STZ (composer) and Kipanga Cha Radi (lead vocal), passionate about pop music, world music and rock. Our music reflects the world before our eyes—its shades of beauty, pain, tenderness, and cruelty. We believe in music without borders, open to all influences from around the world. Join us for a unique and authentic musical journey!

NEW EP, BENEVOLENCE (2025) AND ALBUM, WINDS OF THE EAST (2025) IS OUT NOW!

Instagram: @shirleylymusic

Shirley Ly is a self-taught British female contemporary classical music composer from Greenwich in London, United Kingdom, with Chinese and Vietnamese heritage. She has composed over 50 pieces for solo piano / violin / cello, duets, trios, quartets and quintets. She has produced an EP: Benevolence (2025), and 5 albums: Winds of the East (2025), 9 Lives (2023), Paradise (2023), Blossom (2021), and Impetus (2018) and released multiple singles i.e. Olive Tree (2024), Emerald (2023), and London Strive (2023). Her music has been played around a million times across more than 100 countries around the world spanning six continents, including by BBC radio. Shirley plays the piano in all of her pieces.
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The pieces in her albums aim to capture her reflections on life experiences relating to nature (i.e., swallows' journeys to their nests, the seasons, swans), living in London, dance, relationships with family and other loved ones, travel (i.e. to Berlin, Amsterdam), and dreams. 

Winds of the East (2025) is inspired by Shirley’s Chinese and Vietnamese heritage, her grandfather who was a distinguished painter and poet in China and her recent travels in South East Asia particularly in areas of natural beauty. 

Paradise (2023) is inspired by her experiences of swimming, diving, sailing, and surfing in the ocean, and she hopes that her music can further emphasise its importance. 
 
9 Lives (2023) is inspired by the beauty, charm and mysteriousness of cats. She lives in London with her five cats, and gain a lot of inspiration from them. This album aims to raise money for animal charities in areas which need support the most.

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© Shirley Ly

Creekside Church (formerly Cornerstone Community Church) is a place for you and your family to grow with us as we worship God and serve Him and others. We’re a non-denominational church meeting Sundays at 2743 82nd Place in Urbandale, IA. There’s something for you at Creekside, where you’ll find friendly faces of all ages and walks of life gathered to worship Jesus Christ and follow God’s word, the Bible. Visit our web site for directions and details.

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