Activism
His appreciation for those audiences and their needs led to his formation of the nonprofit Renaissance Enterprises. For a decade Rowe maintained a correspondence with Mother Teresa about his work and sought her advice.
In 1994, Mother Teresa wrote: "Your work of love in nursing homes, hospitals and for the aged, the neglected and the forgotten is truly the work of peace, for the fruit of love is service and the fruit of service is peace. Works of love like yours bring one face to face with God. Continue to use music to make the presence of God - His love and compassion better known to those in need - His little ones who have forgotten to smile. My prayer is with you in a special way and also with all connected with Renaissance Enterprises."
By bringing live music to residents of long term care facilities he seeks to deliver messages of love, healing and hope. (Abundant medical literature exists supporting the benefits of music to elderly and people with significant impairments, e.g., physical pain, mental illness. See: Music therapy.)
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