CONCERT UPDATE ~ Out of all the concerts the LGS band has played in the last three months, the one that stands out the most in my mind is the Holy Grounds event 12/17 that we played a few weeks ago. Yes, this concert is the most recent that we played, but the reason it has stayed close to my heart is because I saw the Holy Spirit move a chaotic and seemingly failing situation (as far as having any kind of sound system to use for the evening performers) to an amazing and beautifully orchestrated event … in a “wink of an eye”. I am saying, one minute I knew that the sound system we were going to be using that night was not going to work for us and that we would have to go to plan “D” for doomed . And then, in the next minute the sound system was humming. Try to visualize that this was happening while the coffee house folks were still trimming the tree and setting up the tables AND the guest were starting to filter in. John Lafolette, our lead guitar player, told me later that while we were all (except for Bill Gaudet … and John) stressed out and bouncing around the coffee house trying to get the system to utter a sound, that he was out in the parking lot praying and praying and … praying. I know of at least one person who got hit by the Spirit through the songs and testimony that night because he came to me after the concert and shared. And for me, wow, I just love it when God shows me how powerless I am and how all powerful He is, thanks God. And, thank-you Holy Grounds and all who blessed us that night! The Long Creek Youth Development ministry concert on the 25th was really Spirit-filled too, thank-you for your prayers. My bass player, Bill Gaudet and his wife Sharon joined me on Christmas Eve day to help minister to the kids there. The time was very rich. Such great opportunity there to share the Good News with the young ones, and rock them in song. Over the 2nd half of the summer my recently developed band took advantage of quite a few last minute opportunities and played some festivals, biker ministry outreaches and various other events. I look at the end of 2011 as God putting some pretty interesting tests before me and the guys. I don’t think I passed all of them but am going to continue the race, no doubt. Looking back on this year, the recurring message the Lord is speaking to me is, in order to learn and change I must trust Him. I noticed myself through-out this year holding on to some very “old behavior”, trying to manage my own life and not counseling with God. Why do I keep doing the same thing expecting different results? I am sure Jesus is going to help me through these particular strongholds very soon, like now because as I am writing this, I have a visual of running back to my coffin, (did you know we die when we are born again?) trying to shake some life out of the dried, dusty bones of my old dead self. It’s fear and desperation at it’s best. Does anybody out there relate to that? Peace... love, me.
Out of all the concerts the LGS band has played in the last three months, the one that stands out the most in my mind is the Holy Grounds event 12/17 that we played a few weeks ago. Yes, this concert is the most recent that we played, but the reason it has stayed close to my heart is because I saw the Holy Spirit move a chaotic and seemingly failing situation (as far as having any kind of sound system to use for the evening performers) to an amazing and beautifully orchestrated event … in a “wink of an eye”. I am saying, one minute I knew that the sound system we were going to be using that night was not going to work for us and that we would have to go to plan “D” for doomed . And then, in the next minute the sound system was humming. Try to visualize that this was happening while the coffee house folks were still trimming the tree and setting up the tables AND the guest were starting to filter in. John Lafolette, our lead guitar player, told me later that while we were all (except for Bill Gaudet … and John) stressed out and bouncing around the coffee house trying to get the system to utter a sound, that he was out in the parking lot praying and praying and … praying.
I know of at least one person who got hit by the Spirit through the songs and testimony that night because he came to me after the concert and shared. And for me, wow, I just love it when God shows me how powerless I am and how all powerful He is, thanks God. And, thank-you Holy Grounds and all who blessed us that night! The Long Creek Youth Development ministry concert on the 25th was really Spirit-filled too, thank-you for your prayers. My bass player, Bill Gaudet and his wife Sharon joined me on Christmas Eve day to help minister to the kids there. The time was very rich. Such great opportunity there to share the Good News with the young ones, and rock them in song. Over the 2nd half of the summer my recently developed band took advantage of quite a few last minute opportunities and played some festivals, biker ministry outreaches and various other events. I look at the end of 2011 as God putting some pretty interesting tests before me and the guys. I don’t think I passed all of them but am going to continue the race, no doubt. Looking back on this year, the recurring message the Lord is speaking to me is, in order to learn and change I must trust Him. I noticed myself through-out this year holding on to some very “old behavior”, trying to manage my own life and not counseling with God. Why do I keep doing the same thing expecting different results? I am sure Jesus is going to help me through these particular strongholds very soon, like now because as I am writing this, I have a visual of running back to my coffin, (did you know we die when we are born again?) trying to shake some life out of the dried, dusty bones of my old dead self. It’s fear and desperation at it’s best. Does anybody out there relate to that? Peace... love, me.
REVERBNATION
Thank-you all for heading over to my reverbnation site to “fan” me! If you have not done this, please go to www.reverbnation.com/lisagallantseal and click on the “become a fan” button. This will greatly help in the way of increasing the awareness of my music and ministry. Thanks!
CD RELEASE PARTY COMING EARLY SPRING
Look forward to an awesome little EP coming out this spring, I think you will all be pleasently surprised with the savvy production!
PRAYER REQUEST
Please pray for favor for my music ministry in the way of “connections” this year. I believe that my music partner, Bill Gaudet has been commissioned, by God, to bring the LGS Music Ministry to the next level. I believe this year we will have great opportunities in the way of exposure and connecting with the music industry. Please pray for hearts to be saved, seeds to be sown and for our own hearts and minds to stay close and cling to God’s Word and ways as we move into unchartered waters. OH, and pray also for safe travel.
HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!

Hello friends! I am blessed by your connection with me and your involvement in this ministry! I could not do what I do without your ongoing contributions and care when you read my updates and pray for me as well as when you give to this ministry through your talents, gifts and finances. You are a vital part! Below are update blocks for you to read so to keep up on what is going on with me and my music. My hope is that it will give you direction in how to pray, “spread the music” and also where you could help financially. So … enjoy this update and know that I welcome your suggestions on how to improve this monthly send or you may just want to send me an update yourself either way, I would love to hear from you!

CONCERTS IN AUGUST/SEPT 2011
The Songo River Queen concert (August 10th) went well. The sky hung over Long Lake in a surreal sort of way. At one point there was a cloud setting perfectly over the moon, looking to me like a shimmering see-through cloth, it was breath taking. Neal Conant, our soundman for the event did a fantastic job and Barry Lowe was a gracious host. As she pulled out onto the lake for the two hour ride, the River Queen was packed full of folks ready to “rock on the water “(sorry, I couldn’t resist). As a band, me and the guys, (Thom Hazel on drums, Bob Lamson on lead guitar and Bill Gaudet on bass guitar) played well together having only performed live as a band for the second time. I am finding that partnering with Bill Gaudet (my producer and manager) was not by happenstance, and I look forward to a great music partnership developing. Oh, and I love that God had me put the song Would You back in my repertoire. Would You makes the poignant point of how ONLY Jesus can love us unconditionally and from every angle. I notice many people connect with this song. The chorus says “would you take me if I was dying? Would you love me if I could not stop crying? Would you need me if you had everything? Would you want me if I could not sing?”
Following, a week after the Songo gig, me and “the guys” played The Summer Wind Festival in Windham, Maine. There weren’t a lot of people there (first annual), but the music and artist line-up was premium and the folks who were there got blessed. It is good to be doing what I am made to do, and to have the opportunity to touch people heart to heart. Thank-you all for watching, praying and contributing to this music ministry as it grows and continues to build momentum in drawing people out to hope and life in Christ. Peace. ~lgs

RECORDING UPDATE

My producers are continuing to work hard on the five song EP. I received a preliminary track of Changing Direction and was very excited to hear the songs potential and “radio ready” feel. The production on Cotton Candy Wind is going to melt hearts for Christ, I just know it. Fish Out of Water is fun, full of percussion and smart little add-ins, keeping it simple and interesting at the same time. There two other songs that have not yet been given up for my approval, but as always I will keep you posted.
I am needing help in the funding department for this project. I was thinking of planning a concert to raise the money (about 1500.00) to complete the project. If anyone is interested in stepping up to help organize a fund raiser for this, I would love the help and or some ideas and suggestions on the subject. Please prayerfully consider contributing to this recording project. If you feel directed to do so don’t forget to send along your return address so I can send you a copy of the new EP as soon as it is out.) Keep in mind that this 5 song disc will be ministering to the unsaved as well as Christians and all sales of these discs will go toward keeping this ministry up and running! I do appreciate your support. To send a gift towards this project please us the address below.

Dear Friends,
the Songo River Queen concert is an outreach that Barry Lowe, a local musician and promoter, is putting together. He is using me and my concert message, “God Seeking Us” on this August 11th cruise specifically to reach the hearts of the unsaved, hovering and or struggling Christian in the Lakes Region area. The concert will start off with a short introduction from Barry and end with an interesting and poignant testimony using a mainstream atheist celebrity's take on having been approached and evangelized by a Christian after one of his shows.
The event will be high energy, exciting and emotional as I will be rockin’ it for Jesus, with my three piece band, on the SONGO RIVER QUEEN! For those of you who know the story around the song Raye, (posted on my web site under music/media “behind the songs”), Long Lake is where Raye lost his life, how crazy is that! God has an awesome way of bringing things full circle doesn't He? I know it is August, and everybody is busy, yet I don’t know if Jesus really took any kind of summer vacation hee, hee hee! Please, if you can donate, or pre-buy some tickets for yourselves and for friends, it would help Barry in
A HUGE way. BUY A TICKET AN BRING A FRIEND FOR FREE!
Just Call—207- 743-6982 .
Also, spread the news of this concert cruise, take the poster, print it and post it, help us gather the people for the Message.
I hope to see you all there!!!!
Enjoy your peace in Him today! Lisa

Hello! It is an awesome blessing to be writing to you. This spring has certainly been a challenge for many of us, at least up here in our great Northern state. Expectations of warmer weather are always high in March and April and we haven’t been getting much of it. And then there is the unsettling news of the world economy weakening day by day, government upheaval, wars and rumors of wars, natural disasters …well, all kinds of craziness … yes? These days, thank God, I find myself settling into knowing that Jesus has got all of it under control. And when I waver from this truth and hook on to worry, I can clamber {climbing with both hands and feet awkwardly} back into His loving arms at any time just by grabbing my Bible and feasting on His Word. It does seem likely these days that Jesus’ return is not far from right around the corner, and this time he won’t be riding no baby donkey! The possibility that I may be witnessing the second coming of Christ is a bit mind blowing to say the least. I hope and pray for more understanding and confidence in Him, for myself and for you as we walk out our calling here on earth. I pray that we learn to love each other deeply (more than words) and build each other up by encouraging one another in these difficult times. I pray increase in our capacity to receive all of Jesus’ love. The first part of 1Thessalonians is great scripture having to do with what I am talking about. Thank God that we HAVE the BOOK OF LIFE at our finger tips! I love you all and feel comforted by your support and prayers.

Update on the ministry front: I am changing direction as far as the recording project goes. Initially I was planning on adding tracks to a preliminary recording that I had made at Studio 19 this past December. I was thinking that I would add instruments to the tracks and that I could do this quickly with low cost. But with the advice of a few good friends and a prompting from Holy Spirit, I have decided that I will be going into the studio with a band. I will be using Studio19 (Dan Merrill’s studio and a trio consisting of bass, drums and lead guitar.) I plan on adding in other instrumentation on the tracks later on. This will push out the date on the New CD, looking more like mid-summer, but I really think that it is the right direction to take.

The Royal Ridge concert (April 2nd) was “crazy good”! Holy Sprit was there having His way with all of us, me, the band, the sound man and the audience. It was fantastic, it was one of the best lgs concerts yet and evening took many of us into some very intimate places with the Lord.

Love you guys and am blessed to have your support!!!

PRAYER REQUEST!!
Our new tenants are moving out! Praise God that we got to rent the apartment for 2 months, because this helped us out. I am asking for more prayer for the right person to come and rent this awesome space. I really would like to have an older, single person with pets. Please join me in praying to Jesus for the specifics! Also, God has me on hot pursuit of writing a concert program message having to do with my relationship with my late mother. I have a meeting Monday with her sister. Please pray for this meeting. I don’t know what to expect. I do know that I will be gaining some huge insight on my mother’s childhood. This is why the Lord is taking me there. I will need prayer for protection against the enemy trying to block me writing this concert. This message is going to be a powerful one and will help in the deep healing of wounds for daughters and mothers in the name of Jesus.




In the next few months you will not see a lot of ministry concert activity. This is only because I MUST give all attention to the recording project! Please be praying for this project to go smoothly and be the greatest thing to come out of LGS yet!!! Contributions to this project are needed and welcomed. To express your interest in contributing financially please email me at: lisagallantseal@roadrunner.com

(*A little bit from a lot of people goes a long way!)

Subject: Lord, why am I here?

Why has God put you here on this earth? Do you wonder? Do you know? Do you clearly understand God’s purpose for your life? I remember when Rick Warren’s “Purpose Driven Life” book came out. It was a huge hit, a #1 best seller. Everybody and their brother had to buy one “for a friend” … hee hee hee.
Thousands of churches started up home group studies with the Purpose Driven Life book as its study guide. It’s interesting how so many people were drawn to that particular study guide concept.

Today, as the Holy Spirit continues to champion me for the Kingdom of God, I look back and wonder why I ever wondered what my purpose was. Isn’t it clearly stated in the Great Commission, Matthew 28:16-20? Yet, I never thought myself worthy or knowledgeable enough to “go out and train everyone you meet, far and near.” Wow, I knew that Jesus must have been directing that command to His apostles, His teachers, prophets, evangelists, and pastors … you know, but not little old me!
Just recently somebody suggested that my mission field is in my community, where I live, work, in my church and on the streets. My ministry is how I live my life, the words that come out of my mouth or that don’t; it’s how I guard my mind against worldly behavior, my default reactions like swearing and gossiping and judging, “oh my”. I am starting to learn that my ministry and your ministry, if you choose to accept the mission, is to be as much like Jesus as possible. In the past year I have been asking God “why am I still working in a bar Lord, why don’t you have me out in full time ministry with my music?” Hindsight is a wonderful thing. As soon as I started asking God that question, He took me back in hindsight and began to reveal all the “ministry” that has been happening there, in that bar, right under my nose—for months! His favor on me in that bar has been overwhelming at times. Just the other day a woman came into the bar. She was torn up. I won’t get into the details of her life, but before she left, she came over and asked me for a hug. I was surprised at first and wondered why me and not the other person there? Is it because she knows that I am Christian (some of the regular customers know I am)? But she doesn’t really know me or Jesus that well. I think, down deep, in her hardened little spirit, she wanted a hug from The One that I represent. Being in and amongst the lost is not always easy or comfortable, but I was totally blessed when this woman came over to me for a hug, and I hugged her good (here could be a song brewing in that story). Now, I can CLEARLY see myself singing my heart out at ministry concerts in churches. It feels good when all of my “brothers and sisters” in Christ listen and agree with what I am talking about. There is nothing that confirms my mission as God’s musicianary more than when I have the honor and opportunity to give a ministry concert. People get touched, I can feel the Holy Spirit with me throughout the whole night, it feels super natural at times. Now THAT’S my kind of ministry—baby! Recently God has been directing me to read through the New Testament in “The Message” translation. And this week, as I read through Matthew and Mark, I see where Jesus did the opposite of what my (in the box) idea of ministry has been. And … I want to be more like Jesus! What am I saying?? Where does “ministry” begin and end? Interesting topic, no? As a young Christian and up until just recently I wanted all the answers—in a very immediate kind of “black and white” way , if you know what I mean. But I am finally listening when God tells me that I cannot possibly know everything He has in store for me. I pretty much knew from the very beginning of my walk with Jesus that I would be His minstrel. That’s a no brainer. Yet He is taking me beyond that. Will I yield and go? Where is He taking you? Don’t forget—as Christians, we are His children, His delight, the apple of His eye. He is our Dad and, well, doesn’t every child raised by an amazing parent want to be like them when they grow up? Please do feel free to comment on this subject, I would love to hear from you ...

When I say “hindsight is 20/20” what is your gut reaction? Is it negative or positive? Do you have a visual of some distant relative’s voice shrilling through your conscience “Hindsight is 20/20, better luck next time”! Yeah, I know looking back can sometimes be difficult emotionally and for some of us hard on the ego. Yet it could prove to be a huge blessing when we look back with our Holy God.
I would like to suggest that before we walk away from a full year of our lives in 2010, that we take a look at it, and ask God to come along. He is there anyway! Why? Because He is out to GROW us. How can we grow unless we are willing to go into our past as well as the future? I love the scripture in Psalms 139:23-24. In The Message it reads “ Investigate my life O God, find out everything about me; Cross-examine and test me, get a clear picture of what I’m about; See for yourself whether I’ve done anything wrong-then guide me on the road to eternal life.” I know that many people, in and out of the church, don’t think the past is necessary to look at, and look only to the future. I say it is biblical and necessary to look at our past . In recognizing its relevance we can be released to ask for forgiveness, grieve and forgive as well. In doing this we allow Jesus to restore us once again, continue to heal us and free us from our strongholds. God made it so we can look back for a reason. Hindsight is 20/20 and not always such a bummer. There are delightful memories too, even in the worst situations-in God’s world that is. I know that many people struggled in 2010 and continue to struggle. Some lost family members, homes, jobs, suffered divorce, were disowned or down sized. 2010 was a hard year and who of the world knows what the future holds? Thank God I am only just in the world, not of the world. Amen?. Now if you are reading this and you are not a Christian, this is sort of like that “footprints in the sand” poem, which is not in the Bible but was probably written by someone who read it often. Why don’t you give it a try? Start in the back of the book in a section called JOHN, not John1 or John2 or John3, just John, say a little prayer and address Jesus, asking Him to open your eyes to the truth.
Love, Lisa, a daughter of the King.

Sunday January 23rd

Hello my lovely friends! My hope tonight is that you are all snuggled up to some form of heating system, woodstove and/or wrapped in an electric blanket for it is one COLD night! It looks like we are in for another big storm here in Maine tomorrow! Brace yourselves for ... more "media hype" he he he ... Blessings to you all and may you walk in the confidence and discernment of Christ as you take on the week.
2011 is already bringing some refreshing changes on the ministry front as I position myself to continue to move forward in the commitment to my ministry in this new year. The first part of this month has been a trying one; I believe that the Lord is continuing to press in on my marriage and there, with both Butch and I left vulnerable, the enemy tries to have his way with us when our defenses are down. But we know what to do and things are better.
I have also had the opportunity to minister to my Jehovah’s Witness sister because she wants to spend eternity with me on the “new earth”. I am using Ron Rhodes “Reasoning From the Scriptures” with the JW and it is helping me a lot. The cool thing is that when I agreed to do this email discussion with her (Holy Spirit’s prompting) I thought I would be clinging to this book for every word but I am finding where I am a daughter of the Most High (and mighty) King my discernment is clear, praise God and please pray for my sister’s eyes to be opened to the truth of Christ..
As far as my music ministry goes I have started off the year by hiring a two hour consult with a management consultant named Sue Ross from the "Inner Vizion"  . The two hour phone consultation was affordable and full of information and resources. She encouraged me greatly with confirmation on the direction I am moving in, and gave me new ideas and an innovative year’s plan for ministry booking and marketing . Another new step I took was to invite a very gifted musician to accompany me at an upcoming concert in Dover NH as I open for an awesome band called UNSPOKEN. Guitarist Bob Lamson, the lead guitarist on my worship team and I have been working hard to prepare for this concert.
Bob also has his own music ministry and original songs. Check him out at www.boblamsonmusic.com.
On a business note, I will be working to build up some financial support in 2011 because many of my team supporters have had to cut back on giving due to the economy. Please pray for financial support to cover this ministry, for me to stay diligent in seeking it and for protection from the enemy in this process! I love you guys and feel well protected and assisted under your prayers and support.  Love, your musicianary, Lisa.

Good Day!
Some of you you know already that this is your musicianary reporting in on what’s happening on the ministry front in the end of this great month of December.
I am pleased to note that I was led to enter the new song “Jesus, The Christmas Song” in a songwriting contest ( I will keep you posted on the results). This is something I do not ordinarily do, yet felt a bit of pressure from our Holy Spirit to do it. Another thing that I do not often do is ask to do special music at my home church, yet this past Sunday I performed this new song “Jesus, the Christmas Song” in front of my church family. I was a bit nervous, and as I shared the song with my church it felt like I was a little girl at show and tell. Weird!! I lead worship with an awesome worship team every other Sunday and do not feel the least bit inhibited yet in the place of a “special performance” I felt different, more vulnerable I suppose. Dan Merrill, a lovely brother in Christ lead a team of backing vocals for the “JESUS” part and it was beautiful. They did such a great job, and that they all committed to come in early the day after Christmas just to back little old me up for my special song blessed me beyond all expectations … it is what a real family does, no?.
This month’s ministry concert at the Holy Grounds was also an amazing time for me as I had opportunity to play my songs with a full band having invited lead guitarist, Bob Lamson and his friend, drummer, Rick Moran to sit in with Bernie Tajonera and I. Meeting new people like Rick Moran and his wife Wanda is always such a treat, they are really nice. Ministry moved in as we took up our instruments and I believe that the Lord was able to use all of us that night in the glorious multitude of His ways, as he so beautifully orchestrates “ongoing growing” stuff in each our of hearts, individually and as a body. A few people left some great input on the “Share Your Thoughts” page available on my website, do visit and check it out. The song Raye and it’s story is a very powerful testimony for the Holy Spirit’s constant and fervent wooing of the hearts of His people. It leaves folks thinking twice about an unsaved friend, or coworker, possible a family member that has not accepted the Lord, yet it is obvious to us that the Lord is right up front and in their personal space, aiming to get their attention. The Cinderella song also lends huge opportunity to drive home the fact of how God is calling us to Him, all of us. I was able to give a “mini concert” to some of the women at the Windham jail this past Sunday. The Holy Spirit had His way as I could see the women soaking in the words that were coming from my stories and songs and it was very exciting for me to experience the expressions on their faces as they gasped at the outcome of the story of “RAYE”. As this musicianary report comes to a close I want to say with gratefulness and much affection that this ministry only happens with your prayer and financial support behind it! Thank-you so much for partnering with me as the ministry continues to grow and take on its own authentic mission and purpose.

The Heart of the Matter: Subject: "Church family"
What does “church family” mean? When you hear the phrase “church family” what do you think of? Except for the last few years the meaning of “church family” to me was a bit of a surfacy phrase that referred to the people in my church, people who belonged and participated, the ones who were steady attendees. I was a part of it, but only in my head, not in my heart. As a kid I lived in a fairly normal family, as normal goes in the “world “which consisted of mom, dad and my two siblings. This “normal” family system ended when I was about six, and my parents’ alcoholism started to slowly destroy us. So my “family” was ripped apart by the time I was eleven. And then, I went on to destroy the “family system” I started to create with my first husband, within my own disease of alcoholism; so by the time I got sober in 1988 I had no family, leaving everyone who ever cared for me pretty much in the dust. Today my generational family exists. I still have my dad and my two siblings but we hardly ever connect. There are no feuds or ill feelings, we just don't connect. I see us as separate islands. Here is where the “church family” comes into play for me. The first time I walked into the Vineyard Church of Greater Portland, my church, I was hard. I wore a black leather coat with a pit bull, air brushed on the back, I smelled of patchouli oil (still do), and I’m sure I had a very serious look on my face and stuck out like a sore thumb; yet I didn’t feel judged. In fact people seemed to want to talk to me and they smiled at me even though I didn ’t smile back. As I write this, tears are welling in my eyes. I remember it like it was yesterday. “Church family”, loving me before I could love them, sound familiar? I hope it does.
Last Sunday I sang a “special song” at church. Please note that I am a worship leader there and I sing songs all day long so to speak. But as I stood up before my church family to give them a gift, a new song, I felt a vulnerability that can only be felt in the safe place of a loving family. I asked a few people to help me with my song on that day, the day right after Christmas, and they showed up! Someone in the body shared with me that when we, the backing choir and I, sang the chorus which consisted of one word … JESUS, that my backing singers were all looking at me and smiling. It blesses my heart that God put me in a church that He knew would be right for me and that I stayed and grew. I even left once and then came back home. Everything is not perfect in my church, and that is why it is perfect. What does church family mean to you? How do you see it and then I will ask, getting to the heart of the matter, how do you feel when you hear the phrase, warm and fuzzy or disconnected? The Lord is pursuing us, I believe He is on hot pursuit as the time of His return is drawing near. I know deep in my heart that God wants us in church, all of us, no matter what and that He wants us to learn from each other, with each other. Through disagreements and hard times as well as those “warm and fuzzy” moments! Please share your thoughts on this “church family” subject. Love you, thanks for being my family!