Gallo del Cielo – A Warrior’s Gospel
The Semi-Seminarian · Pastor Jim Wilhelm
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Show Notes
In this episode of Theology in Music, Pastor Jim unpacks “Gallo del Cielo” by Tom Russell—a border ballad wrapped in myth, memory, and blood. This ain’t just a song about a rooster—it’s a gospel of exile, inheritance, and a man who tried to claw back the past with nothing but a picture, a prayer, and a broken-winged bird. From the land thefts of Casas Grandes to the dirt ring in Santa Clara, this story names what we all carry: grief, dignity, and the ache to return home.
If you’ve ever loved something you couldn’t save, this one’s for you.
Here's the link to Russell's song (listen to it first then after): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghHhLOqn0rw