As I spend the day with friends and family I’m reminded of all I have to be thankful for. May we all take some time today to be thankful for the blessings we have. https://on.soundcloud.com/e5eRJzEWJJ8YnJg47
Play ‘Lowly Jesus’
Today at church we celebrated All Saints Day. Our church has a huge banner that people have added their deceased family and loved ones names to over time and it is on the alter each Sunday in November. In 2017 we lost my grandmother (my mother’s mom), she was so much fun, loving, caring and... Continue Reading →
Holy Spirit, Thou Art Welcome
There were many influential people in my life while I was learning to play the piano. One of those people passed away yesterday, Rosie Trabeaux. She was the wife of the church pastor at that time and played the piano often. I would sit in awe at her ability to play the old gospel songs... Continue Reading →
Let Your Glory Fill This Place
Let Your Glory Fill This Place Written by Denise Graves Recorded by Ryan Lee LeJeune Praise the Lord for the glory of his name. Worship the Lord because he is holy. - Psalms 29:2 We will worship and adore You, We will bow before Your throne Let the fruit of our lips be... Continue Reading →
Holy Week In Scripture & Song
Palm Sunday Matthew 21:1-9 New International Version (NIV) As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied there, with her colt by her. Untie them and bring them... Continue Reading →
Lamb Of God
Lamb Of God Written by Twila Paris Your only Son no sin to hide But You have sent Him from Your side To walk upon this guilty sod And to become the Lamb of God Your gift of love they crucified They laughed and scorned Him as he died The humble King they named a... Continue Reading →
Merry Christmas Everyone!
Merry Christmas! On this Christmas Day may we remember the true reason to celebrate Christmas - Christ the Lord, the newborn King. Glory to God in the highest! (Gloria, in excelsis Deo!) Gloria, in excelsis Deo! Angels We Have Heard On High Come to Bethlehem and see Him whose birth the angels sing, Come, adore... Continue Reading →
Thanksgiving Day – Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Happy Thanksgiving!! Many people use today as a day to reflect on the positive things in life and spend time with their families (biological or chosen). Remember to give thanks with a grateful heart to God who is our source of life, our redeemer and sustainer. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.... Continue Reading →
Lord, I Lift Your Name On High
Written by Rick Founds in 1989, Lord, I Lift Your Name on High is a widely popular song in church worship. It has a melodic beginning with a upbeat ending letting praises sing out! The song brings to life Psalm 148:13 – “Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is... Continue Reading →
Praise the Source of All Creation
The 'Ode to Joy' is a familiar tune best known from the fourth movement of Ludwig van Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, completed in 1824. Many people also recognize its tune as Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee - a poem written by Henry van Dyke in 1907. In 2012 the Religious Institute sponsored its first hymn contest... Continue Reading →
Bring Many Names
One of my favorite hymns is Bring Many Names by Brian Wren. The words of this hymn remind us of how God is all things and how close God remains to us. The words describe God as strong, warm, aching, growing and living. The words also relate God to us as mother, father, young, old... Continue Reading →
A Place at the Table (For Everyone Born)
I recently came across this song one afternoon while browsing YouTube and immediately had to go to the piano and find the sheet music. The melody and lyrics of this song are amazing! Each verse written to calls for justice, safety and a place for ALL people. In her hymn, “A Place at the Table”... Continue Reading →
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
”There comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe nor politic nor popular, but he must take it because his conscience tells him it is right.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King was born into a home where music played an important role. His mother, Alberta King, was... Continue Reading →
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas Everyone! For your Christmas time, I wish you many blessings, much happiness and even more love. Merry Christmas! -Ryan
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! May your day be filled with blessings and plenty as we remember our God who has blessed us and those who are less fortunate or who have lost loved ones this year. May the spirit of our Creator embrace us and give us peace. Psalms 136 Give thanks to God, who is... Continue Reading →
God Who Began a Good Work in You
Today I attended worship at Saint Charles Avenue Baptist Church here in New Orleans where they were celebrating 120 years as The Saint Charles Avenue Baptist Church. This church is a loving, welcoming community for all people and it shows. Pastor Lott preached a sermon of love, the welcoming spirit of the church, the challenges... Continue Reading →
Let’s Play Nola!
On Sunday, October 7, 2018 a piano popped up in Audubon Park. Why? Lafargue's Piano Let's Play Nola! Campaign. The goal is to show everyone they can not only have fun spectating, but also participate in making music - and it is easier than they think. I took a turn playing “Just a Closer Walk... Continue Reading →
Only This I Want
A few Sundays ago I attended mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Gretna, LA. During communion they played this song, titled "Only This I Want." I sat inside the beautiful sanctuary listening to this melody that was so calming and peaceful - I knew I had to play it. It was written by Dan... Continue Reading →
Upcoming Schedule
Going to be in these areas? Join me for worship: 🎹Sept 30th 11am @MCCBatonRouge 7747 Tom Dr. Baton Rouge, LA 🎹October 7th 10am @MCCNewOrleans 5401 S Claiborne Ave. New Orleans, LA #music #ryanleelejeune #mccbatonrouge #mccneworleans #mcc
Trip to Chicago, IL – August 2018
I was recently in Chicago, IL on vacation and had an amazing time! Have you ever been to Chicago? During my trip I visited the Fourth Presbyterian Church; it's a magnificent, peaceful sanctuary in the middle of the busy windy city. I took some time just to sit and admire the space. Here are a... Continue Reading →
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