Celeste Zepponi: COMMENTS
Celeste,
I continue to be blessed by the weekend that we had with St. Richard's, and I want to thank you especially for your openess to the Lord's leading as you prepared and as you led the retreat. I was truly blessed and am reminded again and again by what you said through your words and the songs that you shared. As I said when I myself shared on Sunday morning of the retreat, I really didn't want to attend, but am so thankful that I did--the Lord Jesus had some powerful things to say to me--partially through you. Thank you for your ministry. May He bless you more and more. -Christina
Christina Pond (Mar 11, 2008)
Celeste,
WHAT A BLESSING YOU WERE TO OUR ST RICHARDS RETREAT !!! We all need to be reminded how very much GOD loves us and HOW Special we all are in our unique way. THANKS for sharing your GIFTS with us.....you are such an inspiration !
Being with my daughters made the weekend even more valuable. i could feel the presence of the HOLY SPIRIT and plan on letting HIM lead me instead of trying to do it my way. Hopefully our paths will cross again soon......MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOUR MINISTRY.
Love and gratitude,
Jackie Stedman
Jackie Stedman (Mar 6, 2008)
Celeste,
I just sat down at my computer to email you and thank you so much for your beautiful music AND there was a message from you! I am constantly thinking of the retreat and how much it meant to me. I listen to your music all the time and sing along with you. I love it so much! You are an angel on earth; your voice is heavenly.
God bless you and your growing ministry. I am praying for you.
Love,
Missy
Missy Massey (Mar 6, 2008)
Celeste,
WOW!!! I cannot find the words to describe the experience!!! Everyday I wake up and allow the Holy Spirit to lead me wherever I am meant to be. I am not afraid-----I am an eagle--not a chicken :) I thank God for allowing me to be at the retreat so that through you ----I could be re-ignited with the Holy Spirit. Three things stood out the most: 1) Everything is about "HIM"; not me 2) During our group discussions, a lady from Meridian said, "Changes in our life will bring out dormant gifts we never knew we had!" 3) Your music was absolutely heavenly....
God Bless You and Your family.....May you continue to answer God's calling using your Art, Music, and beautiful heart!
***St.Richard's Ladies: Thank you for allowing me to be part of this retreat although I am not a member of your parish. You all hold a special place in my heart.....See you next year!
Nancy Jones (Mar 1, 2008)
Dear Celeste,
The St. Richard Lady's retreat was a turning point in my spiritual journey. I learned so much about who I am and how the Lord wants to use me. I do not have to to be a standout in the crowd, I just have to be me, and through the little things Almighty God will work wonders. Thank you so much for being open to the Holy Spirit so that he guides you to help people like me.
The Love of Christ,
Selina
Selina Ratliff (Feb 29, 2008)
Celeste-
I am floating on cloud 9!! I have been since I returned from our St. Richard Ladies retreat. We listened to your CD the whole drive home. I want to spread the joy! Thank you for sharing your incredible gifts with us this weekend and encouraging us to do the same. God bless you and your ministry, Jill Strickland
Jill Strickland (Feb 24, 2008)
"It was really hard to go back to the routine of regular life after your wonderful retreat! Thank you for giving your time and wonderful talents. Thank you for helping me grow closer to the Lord. I have never had a song ( much less 2 cd's full of songs) that praise and love the Lord as yours do. May God continue to bless you."
Gray - Retreat attendee (May 13, 2007)
" Celeste was an exceptional witness who honestly and truly allowed God to use her as an instrument...I felt and believe she was here for our benefit. For me, she represented the idea,"It is all about Jesus. It is not about me."
retreat attendee - Little Portion Retreat Center, Eureka Springs, Arkansas (May 13, 2007)
"Celeste truly graced us with her presence and Jesus-given gifts. The spiritual and inspirational activities and quiet times are designed to put into practice the personal inspirations as directed by the Holy Spirit...they succeeded...the afterglow remains with the retreatants."
Peggy Lodewyks, BSCD - Little Portion Retreat Center, Eureka Springs, Arkansas (May 13, 2007)
"There is no way to express the joy you have brought to us as a group or individually this weekend. I personally was so moved by the Holy Spirit through your love that I truly came home renewed and recommitted to the Lord's work. Praise God!!!"
L. Everette, Mississippi - Episcopal Women's Conference conducted by Celeste (Jul, 2005)
" Her vocals are flawless and provide a unique combination of purity and emotional energy."
ED kebello, Nashville TN - Creative Cafe Music (2006)
"Through your music, the Holy Spirit has touched me so deeply and has
changed my life. It first started with your first c/d, Inside the
Rainbow and the beautiful, God is Enough c/d. Jesus is so alive to me
now. God has worked through your music and paintings. I hope to buy a print soon."
McLean - Email from CD Baby site (Apr 24, 2007)
" Celeste was excellent! Spirit filled!"
Retreat attendee - Little Portion Retreat Center, Eureka Springs, Arkansas (May 13, 2007)
"Excellent! Spiritually motivated singer. She sings what's in her heart. Spiritually motivated musician God honoring Praising heartfelt joy to serve the lord."
Boyer - Review CD Baby
"Excellent!
The YOU ARE ENOUGH cd is beautiful, uplifting, and a total joy to listen to. I keep playing this cd over and over because I love it!"
Smith, Maryland - Review CD Baby
"Awesome, I liked the simplicity of it!
You know what I think about your music...it gives me Holy Ghost Bumps and lots of tears!!"
Youngblood, Mississippi - Review CD Baby