Soul Children of Chicago - 1987 We Are One

The classic that started it all. Mrs. Kimberly McFarland (pre-Tommies, she started with S.C.C.!!!)

[@dchapman3863]

Kim has one of the best voices in gospel music...thank you Jesus

[@AJLD1]

I just realized by the voice that she is the one that sang "I Tried Him and I Know Him". That is one of my favorite songs. This clip here is a beautiful and prophetic. There does need to be a restoration of unity and a tearing down of denomination in the body of Christ.

[@ruthgrawls8188]

Yes! Her name is Bridgett Hurt! Beautiful!👏🏽

[@ljs3355]

This singer's name is kim mcfarland

[@cinquecullar]

Sing Kimberly Ann... wow... listen to that control, that voice... I love u Big Sis.... wow.

[@ballardmarv]

I listen to this song everyday before I take my first call at work. Very uplifting!

[@dexzion]

Oh wow this is 87! I was like 10years old! I love this song and remember when I first heard it. dex & zion movement

[@muzicklover29]

it never fails by the time this video is over i am flowing with tears..kim voice is like no others i thank God for the gift he has placed in her..and even the choir members was on point no only with the sound but also the stage presence seemed so sincere!!!

[@maestromikehenderson9566]

Can someone load this again so we can view it? I’d really appreciate it so much!

[@JacquelineL.]

this is real singing that makes a person want to be closer to God.

[@GeneMartin1000]

This is probably the most powerful gospel version of They'll Know We Are Christians (aka, We Are One In The Spirit). Both solo singers are absolutely superb. Walt Whitman did a wonderful job of rearranging the words and music into the gospel style. The Soul Children of Chicago is probably the greatest youth choir since the Little Angels choir of the 1950s. Written by Peter R. Scholtes during the catholic folk mass era, "They'll Know We Are Christians" was first published in 1966 by F.E.L. Publications Ltd (no longer in business). The album, "They'll Know We Are Christians By Our Love" was published by F.E.L. in 1968.The songs now belong to Lorenz Publishing. When Peter Scholtes wrote “They'll Know We Are Christians” he was a catholic priest at Saint Brendan's parish in Chicago's West Englewood community. Saint Brendan is now a senior living facility run by catholic charities. The Saint Brendan's Young People's Choir (also African Americans) traveled extensively nationwide singing this song and the popular yet controversial Missa Bossa Nova catholic mass which was also written by Peter. The Saint Brendan's Young People's Choir, due to contractual issues never recorded the title song but did record most of the tracks on the album. The mass of 67th street which is also on the album, refers to the street where the Saint Brendan Church was located. The album to some degree sounds unpolished, but it was recorded at the now defunct Boulevard Recording Studios in Chicago. The title song “They'll know We Are Christians” is simple yet compelling and powerful in it's message. They'll Know We Are Christians (aka, We Are One In The Spirit) is still popular today world wide. There are versions in many languages, many styles of music (from urban to classical) and has been covered by numerous recording artists.

[@BoyceBomb]

Kim is the one of the best.

[@tmoore7049]

I agree!💓

[@musicgirl78]

I love this album!! Kim knows she can sing!!!

[@DJGholston]

Man, this song is such a blessing. It's been on my heart all day. This is JUST the version I was looking for. Such a blessing! I had no idea Kim McFarland started with SCC. Wow! Praise God!

[@houseman202]

Kimberly McFarland... A lot of people can really sing... But there are some special singers who have amazing:.. Distinguishable voices...She recorded this as a teenager... When I heard her many years later with Milton Brunson & The Thommies... I knew exactly who she was... She’s still singing heaven down to this day!!

[@vangoghmatisse1]

KIM IS AWSOME!!!!

[@viz1]

Glad to hear these kids stayed saved and still in the gospel.

[@itsdynomyte]

yall talk about Kimmie's glasses here in this video....she had some nice size ones also when she was with the Tommies...check out when she used to sing "For the Good of Them"

[@MaeSekou]

itsdynomyte oh God!

[@musicgirl78]

@SwingSiren ..That's Kim McFarland.. She later sang with Milton Brunson and the Thompson Community Choir

[@gemcityjeff]

Thank you for that lovely song. Such a beautiful Spirit filled group.

[@shaunastokes1906]

LORD, this is my prayer for the Body of Christ that we will realize our ONENESS. What we may believe may divide us, but in Whom we believe should unite us. "Father, make them one, as We are ONE." For only in oneness can we reflect the true essence of God. For Christ is not divided. Peace and blessings.

[@kbaby1221]

I can't see the video on this one. I love this song!

[@ThaliaSanders]

people will know by the way we talk that we are one in Love. Father thank you for bestowing the precious gift of your child.

[@cynthaparker9136]

My children choir sang this back in the 80s. I missed the children that have strayed from the church. Pray for them that God will bring them back. the message is still fervent today as it was back then. It will remain the same. By this shall all men know ye are my disciples if you have love one for another

[@ladym34]

I remember this song and it is still my favorite song....

[@999mimi]

THE YEAR I WAS BORN!!!!!l

[@UncleDuTheWatchman]

This is the song that introduced me to Kim! When she got in TCS and recorded "For The Good Of Them" I was like "THAT'S THE GIRL WHO SINGS 'We Are Christians'!!!" (I was a kid and did not know the real name of this song 😂)

[@vangoghmatisse1]

SO SPIRITUAL SANG WALT AND KIM!

[@ThaliaSanders]

I love this song.

[@reeneaci]

yes, i love this song and this choir was awesome!

[@EvangelistAllen]

I used to have some oversized glasses like the ones Kim is wearing in this video. Thank God for contacts and smaller frames!

[@MaeSekou]

EvangelistAllen Glory 👓

[@ThaliaSanders]

this song is so amazing.

[@dremixceo]

still hv tears frm this anointed song!! please everybody keep we r 1 in our minds and hearts. there is only 1 God. to get to God is through Jesus Christ. to follow Jesus Christ is to love. our love is d only representation we can live by. unity is strength! as christians everywhere if we r bonded by our love and pray, we can make a serious dent in satan's plans. love is perfect, get some. if u hv it, allow it to develop more.

[@dexzion]

He is the founder & Pastor of a local chicago ministry! He has a lovely wife and children. dex (zm)

[@treblecl8f]

Ah man! Look at Walt Whitman ... serious throwback song. Wow!

[@lesacanady1114]

Yes yes Lord

[@soundwave6218]

PRAISE GOD🔥it started yesterday its going to be a rough week.My Faith is about to be tested Goodmorning👋🏾 And enjoy everything in it 📰 💪🏾 💬

[@cascadeboi]

Sang Kim!!

[@86Mechelle]

My God this video restored my hope this day, For that I am thank FULL!

[@carterboy66]

I wish I could have been in th house. I can hear kim doing that song. I know she did nail that. LOVE Kim Mc

[@passionatedisciple77]

KIm truly has changed since then!

[@wonderwoman5732]

When I was in high school, in the youth choir my first ex-boyfriend, and two girl altos were the soloists for this song.

[@NardoFree2]

i love this choir, and i would love to meet brother walt whitman. keep up the great work scc.

[@StyleNMan]

OK I used to listen to the traditional version of We Are One at the church I used to be a musician at. I didn't know the song and so I didn't play it. So I just bought the LP and I like this version better. Walt and Kim arranged this song.

[@NardoFree2]

CLASSIC

[@gr8thingz12]

how much do we have to pay you to reupload this video so we can see?

[@dorotheanewtonparker4108]

Omg! Wonderful! !

[@breezybbae]

annointed!

[@mdw4life]

Wow, my school choir did this a few months ago and this clip is from 87?, Man I was just born I was just born that year so I had to be a few months old...lol

[@ljs3355]

I cant see the video anymore for years now, i dont know why. I just listen....any suggestions? I've attempted changing the settings all.

[@michaelhenderson6762]

Where’s the video of this? It used to show.

[@MindRegulatorMusic]

Would you load it again so that we can see it? This music is so special. I'd love to see Kim McFarland in this version. Thank you!

[@LadyKym4.0]

It use to play to where we could see...don’t know what happened

[@shanes254]

Had no clue she's SCC Alumni. That's tight. And I always respected lead on this song.

[@booginas]

Can't see anything

[@Pateg7]

Love listening, but sure wish I could see it... I didn't know Kim McFarland sang the lead to this first... Always saw the little boy who came a few years later.

[@Madison4Sundae]

Pateg7 I don't know what happened to footage but It did work at one point. I guess video file is old now. beautiful song though don't mind just listening.

[@hautboiz]

I sang with them and they are not one of the bes choirs they are the best choir!

[@DonRashad]

i been trying to find this forever!! but what original choir sings this song??

[@MaeSekou]

Donavan Rashad This is the original choir that sang it

[@RachelEMacD]

VERY nice!!! I've never heard of them, and I've never heard this version before. But I like it :) Where are these kids/adults now?

[@tvalent11]

This song is truly an inspirational song; However, i do believe it was originally sung by a group of women know as the YWCC (Young woman's Christian council) based out of Richmond, Virginia. I know the YWCC group formed in late 70's early 80s and this song was the theme song of their group. If i can find a copy of their performance i will post it.

[@speakoveryourself]

AND ALICIA JOSEPH DON'T FORGET HER.

[@blewis760]

I can't see it

[@KenTurnerSings]

Look AT D'Wayne Wayne Singing...

[@junk4yatube]

@freakedoutboye3 wish I could have been there for that. :)

[@viz1]

What is little Courtney doing that sang with soul children?

[@itscorra5300]

Yes there is a God

[@urdwekstlinkgbye]

no ...... I want the glasses @ 4:09 lol

[@EmorjaRoberson]

SING IT BIG WHIT

[@ennisel]

can some one tell me if this is the same kim mcfarland that sings with donald lawrence? i'm getting confused

[@Madison4Sundae]

ennisel there's only one kim McFarland I know so it might be her. she still sings gospel but not as mainstream as before.

[@jaydee9160]

ennisel yes this is the same Kim that sings with Donald Lawrence and company

[@ThaliaSanders]

It is going to take Jesus to reunite the church. Some people ask why I stay in the church, and I say it is a mystery like marriage.

[@SwingSiren]

who is the girl who starts singing at 2 min???

[@Madison4Sundae]

SwingSiren kimberlee McFarland

[@econley64]

There is no god.

[@ajvelichko6294]

econley64 Sure there is! And even though you don't acknowledge Him, He still loves you! And so do I. I pray that God would bless you mightily and that you would one day open your heart to Him. After that day, your life will never be the same! Many many great bessings to you!!!

[@econley64]

AJ Velichko The fool hath said in his brain that there is a god when he has zero knowledge that a god exists. Pray all you like, it doesn't work.

[@ajvelichko6294]

It does it my experience. I will keep praying for you. Good night to you.

[@econley64]

AJ Velichko​ There is still disease, famine, war poverty and greed, nope, it doesn't work. If it does, fix those things and that'll be great.

[@singing4hope]

"To those with faith, no explanation is necessary. To those without faith, no explanation is possible." - St Thomas Aquinas