The 175 blue-robed choir members take the stage at the Apostolic Church of God on the South Side.
They crowd together, preparing for a service that will start momentarily.
A soloist stands at the center, the twinkle of the keyboard softly playing underneath his voice. Another soloist replaces him for the next stanza and before long the rest of the choir — some are mouthing words in the background — join in, warming the space with its melodies….