The field behind Natchitoches’ First Baptist Church was the scene of a benefit concert held to raise funds for an eminently worthy cause, helping one of our own who is facing a grave illness. People from every corner of our community gathered to enjoy grilled hamburgers and delicious desserts courtesy of volunteers from First Baptist Church while they enjoyed a superb Gospel concert by The Amazing Rhythm Disciples Sunday May 4. In addition to the concert, the family friendly event featured train rides, an inflatable slide and jumpy house for the younger set to enjoy. The Galactic Empire was also on the prowl as a stormtrooper from the 501st Legion made a May 4th appearance. The Amazing Rhythm

Disciples played their signature blend of old favorites and Gospel songs with a new twist.

People from all over Natchitoches and Sabine parishes have rallied to the side of Lydia, a local two year old girl diagnosed with San Filippo Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that attacks the central nervous system and is terminal. There is presently no cure.

Lydia’s family is praying for a miracle to save their child and is asking for our help. They are raising money for the Cure San Filippo Foundation in order to fund clinical trials that could save their daughter. It may be an uphill battle, but they remain undeterred.

One great aspect of life in a small town is that when trouble comes, so do neighbors willing to help.

The community’s response continues to be nothing short of magnificent. Today’s concert was one of a series of fundraisers held over the past year that have raised well over $400,000. This past year has seen hundreds of people from every race and station in life come together in order to help a two year old child have a chance to live a normal life. It is an inspiring example of our nation at its best!