The Light - Atlanta Southern Gospel Online

02/02/2023

NEW MUSIC ADDED FOR FEBRUARY:
Gabriel's Already Standing-Lonesome River Band
God's Been Good-The LeFevre Quartet [Georgia-based artist]
Gravity-Melissa L. Evans Music
He Didn't Leave Me-Barber Family Music [Georgia-based artist]
He Is Greater Than My Need-Les Butler and Friends
I'll Thank You For The Grace-Joyaires
I'm Not Alone-Austin and Ethan Whisnant
Let Me Introduce You To Jesus-3 Heath Brothers
Little Eyes-Authentic Unlimited Band
Once And For All-Gold City Quartet
One Name-Jeff & Sheri Easter [Georgia-based artist]
Testify-Legacy Five
Turn Your Back-Justified Quartet
You Were Never Meant To Stay Broken-The Wilbanks

TOP FIVE PLAYLIST CURRENTS:
(January 2022)
1. The Keepers-Karen Peck & New River [Georgia-based artist]
2. Welcome-Jim & Melissa Brady
3. One Wide River To Cross-Mark Bishop
4. Stay Home-The Wisecarvers
5. I Know He Can-Greg Sullivan

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01/31/2023

Upcoming local singings (references in parenthesis, be sure to double check as artist schedules often change without notice):

Tues., Jan. 31 in WHITE-Gerald Crabb at Sutalee Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://geraldcrabbministries.com)

Sat., Feb. 4 in FAYETTEVILLE-The Guardians at Fayetteville First Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://guardiansquartet.com/concerts)

Sun., Feb. 5 in CANTON-The Tribute Quartet at New Hope Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.tributequartet.com/tour)

Sun., Feb. 5 in CARTERSVILLE-Debra Perry & Jaidyn's Call at Cartersville Church of the Covenant at 11 a.m. (https://debraperry.org/tour)

Sun., Feb. 5 in CENTRALHATCHEE-Darrell & Dawn Ritchie at Centralhatchee First Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://www.rightplacemusic.com/schedule)

Sun., Feb. 5 in GAINESVILLE-The Guardians at New Haven Congregational Holiness Church at 6 p.m. (https://guardiansquartet.com/concerts)

Sat., Feb. 11 in CARROLLTON-The Shadrix Trio at Rebekah's Gospel Barn at 5 p.m. (http://shadrix.net/tour)

Sat., Feb. 11 in MILTON-The Kingdom Heirs at Hopewell Baptist (https://kingdomheirs.com/appearances)

Sat., Feb. 11 in NEWNAN-The Inspirations at West Side Baptist at 6:30 p.m. (https://www.theinspirationsquartet.com/tour)

Sat., Feb. 11 in STOCKBRIDGE-Darrell & Dawn Ritchie at the Church at Jodeco at 5 p.m. (https://www.rightplacemusic.com/schedule)

Sun., Feb. 12 in AUBURN-Darrell & Dawn Ritchie at First Baptist of Carl at 10:30 a.m. (https://www.rightplacemusic.com/schedule)

Sat., Feb. 12 in BREMEN-The Shadrix Trio at Journey Fellowship Baptist at 9 a.m. (http://shadrix.net/tour)

Sun., Feb. 12 in CANTON-The Joymasters at Oakdale Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.thejoymasters.com/services.html)

Tues., Feb. 14 in ROOPVILLE-The Nelons at Venue 1074 Clark & Nelon Farms at 6:30 [Valentines Dinner + Show] (https://www.facebook.com/events/710911420294504)

Fri., Feb. 17 in HIRAM-The Dixie Echoes at Cochran Ridge Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://dixieechoes.com/tour)

Sat., Feb. 18 in ROME-Rome Gospel Jamboree 2023 at Parkview Baptist at 10 a.m. (https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=174611578598843&set=a.147371851322816)

Sun. - Wed., Feb. 19 - 22 in CALHOUN-Lauren Talley at Heritage Baptist on Sunday evening at 6 and Monday through Wednesday evening at 6:30 (https://laurentalley.com/tour.html)

Sun., Feb. 19 in CUMMING-The Dixie Echoes, The Bridgemans at Antioch Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.gospelgigs.com/searchgigs.asp?gigname=Sunday%20Night%20Singing&gigxid=319684)

Sun., Feb. 19 in ELLIJAY-The Morrison Sisters at Sunlight Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://morrisonsisters.com/calendar)

Sun., Feb. 19 in HIRAM-Children Of The Promise at First Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://www.childrenofthepromiseministries.com/schedule)

Sun., Feb. 19 in MARIETTA-The Mylon Hayes Family at Eastwood Baptist at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. (https://www.themylonhayesfamily.com/on-tour)

Sun., Feb. 19 in SUGAR VALLEY-The Morrison Sisters at Welcome Gap Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://morrisonsisters.com/calendar)

Mon., Feb. 20 in DALLAS-The Morrison Sisters at Northside Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://morrisonsisters.com/calendar)

Sat., Feb. 25 in SHANNON-The Primitive Quartet at Mt. Calvary Free Will Baptist at 7 p.m. (http://primitivequartet.com/calendar/calendar.php)

Sun., Feb. 26 in COVINGTON-The Triumphant Quartet at High Point Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://triumphantquartet.com/schedule)

Additional itineraries, especially for locally-based artists, can be found at the Website http://www.gospelgigs.com.

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01/30/2023

Photos from Eternal Vision's post

01/30/2023

A clip of The Booth Brothers singing their latest single, 'Room Full Of Stories," at Elizabeth Baptist in Marietta on Jan. 28, 2023

A clip of The Booth Brothers singing their latest single, 'Room Full Of Stories," at Elizabeth Baptist in Marietta on Jan. 28, 2023

01/29/2023

The Booth Brothers and Muzeel Fairley at Elizabeth Baptist Church in Marietta today

01/26/2023

Jerry Kirksey, Editor of Singing News Magazine from 1969 to 2010, has passed away

Remembering Jerry Kirksey


Jerry Kirksey, Editor Emeritus of Singing News Magazine, passed away today at the age of 82. Mr. Kirksey had been in declining health for several years.
Born in Panama City, Florida, on June 13, 1940, Jerry and his family returned to his parents’ hometown of Pensacola following World War II. It was during his junior year of high school that Jerry first began working in one of his greatest passions, radio. After his graduation as a part of the Class of 1958, Jerry moved back to Panama City to begin work with WTHR Radio.
A return to Pensacola in March of 1960 set Jerry on the path that would ultimately defining his professional career. Jerry began working with The Florida Boys, as the quartet’s promotional director and office manager. This led to a working relationship with J.G. Whitfield. Jerry would work closely with Mr. Whitfield as the Southern Gospel music icon promoted concerts across the nation, and eventually launch what went on to become the largest and oldest Southern Gospel music publication, Singing News Magazine. Jerry served with Singing News Magazine from May 1969 until his retirement in 2010, encompassing a total of 492 issues. During his time at the magazine, Jerry created Southern Gospel music’s first National Radio Airplay Chart (1970) and the Singing News Fan Awards (1971).
In addition to his work with Singing News, Jerry served on the board of directors of the original Gospel Music Association, and the board of the original Southern Gospel Music Association of Georgia. He was involved in organizing the Southern Gospel Music Guild and the modern-day Southern Gospel Music Association. He was actively involved in the building and development of the original SGMA Hall of Fame and Museum at Dollywood. Jerry was inducted into the SGMA Hall of Fame in 2011.
Jerry married Carolyn Sue Rhodes on October 1, 1967. Sons Kenneth and Brett would eventually work with Jerry at Singing News, especially after the family moved to Boone, North Carolina, in 1987 following the sale of the publication to North Carolina businessman Maurice Templeton. Likewise, Carolyn was a fixture at many Southern Gospel concerts as she and Jerry represented Singing News across the nation. Carolyn passed away in July of 2015.
Funeral arrangements are pending at this time. A complete tribute to Jerry will be found in the March 2023 issue of Singing News.

01/24/2023

Upcoming local singings (references in parenthesis, be sure to double check as artist schedules often change without notice):

Thurs., Jan. 26 in LAWRENCEVILLE-The Kingsmen at Gloster Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://kingsmenquartet.com/)

Thurs., Jan. 26 in MONROE-The Dixie Echoes at 1025 Church at 6:30 a.m. (https://dixieechoes.com/tour)

Thurs., Jan. 26 in WATKINSVILLE-The Inspirations at Revival Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://www.theinspirationsquartet.com/tour)

Fri., Jan. 27 in FRANKLIN-The Primitive Quartet at Ridgeway Baptist Recreation Center at 7 p.m. (http://primitivequartet.com/calendar/calendar.php)

Fri., Jan. 27 in TALMO-The Tribute Quartet at Talmo Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://www.tributequartet.com/tour)

Sat., Jan. 28 in MARIETTA-The Booth Brothers, Jim & Melissa Brady at Elizabeth Baptist at 2 p.m. (https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10227033080825461&set=pcb.10227033084865562)

Sun., Jan. 29 in ADAIRSVILLE-The Servers at Clear Creek Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://www.theserversband.com/schedule)

Sun., Jan. 29 in CHATSWORTH-Avenue at Smyrna Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://www.avenuemusic.net/tour)

Sun., Jan. 29 in DALLAS-The Bristows at Glory Rising Church at noon (https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=518486826932955&set=a.116978330417142)

Sun., Jan. 29 in DOUGLASVILLE-Higher Hope at New Covenant United Methodst at 11 a.m. (https://www.higherhopemusic.com/tour)

Sun., Jan. 29 in GRIFFIN-Second Coming at Vineyard Church at 10:30 a.m. (https://www.secondcomingsgm.com/schedule)

Sun., Jan. 29 in MABLETON-Charlie Sexton & Homecoming at Concord Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://charliesextonandhomecoming.com/schedule)

Sun., Jan. 29 in ROME-The Sharps at Pisgah Baptist at 10:30 a.m. (https://www.thesharpsquartet.com/schedule)

Sun., Jan. 29 in SHARPSBURG-Debra Perry & Jaidyn's Call at Line Creek Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://debraperry.org/tour)

Sun., Jan. 29 in SUCHES-Children Of The Promise at Corinth Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://www.childrenofthepromiseministries.com/schedule)

Sun. - Tues., Jan. 29 - 31 in WHITE-Gerald Crabb at Sutalee Baptist at 10:45 a.m. Sunday and at 7 p.m. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday (https://geraldcrabbministries.com)

Sat., Feb. 4 in FAYETTEVILLE-The Guardians at Fayetteville First Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://guardiansquartet.com/concerts)

Sun., Feb. 5 in CANTON-The Tribute Quartet at New Hope Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.tributequartet.com/tour)

Sun., Feb. 5 in CARTERSVILLE-Debra Perry & Jaidyn's Call at Cartersville Church of the Covenant at 11 a.m. (https://debraperry.org/tour)

Sun., Feb. 5 in CENTRALHATCHEE-Darrell & Dawn Ritchie at Centralhatchee First Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://www.rightplacemusic.com/schedule)

Sun., Feb. 5 in GAINESVILLE-The Guardians at New Haven Congregational Holiness Church at 6 p.m. (https://guardiansquartet.com/concerts)

Sat., Feb. 11 in CARROLLTON-The Shadrix Trio at Rebekah's Gospel Barn at 5 p.m. (http://shadrix.net/tour)

Sat., Feb. 11 in MILTON-The Kingdom Heirs at Hopewell Baptist (https://kingdomheirs.com/appearances)

Sat., Feb. 11 in NEWNAN-The Inspirations at West Side Baptist at 6:30 p.m. (https://www.theinspirationsquartet.com/tour)

Sat., Feb. 11 in STOCKBRIDGE-Darrell & Dawn Ritchie at the Church at Jodeco at 5 p.m. (https://www.rightplacemusic.com/schedule)

Sat., Feb. 12 in BREMEN-The Shadrix Trio at Journey Fellowship Baptist at 9 a.m. (http://shadrix.net/tour)

Sun., Feb. 12 in CANTON-The Joymasters at Oakdale Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.thejoymasters.com/services.html)

Sun., Feb. 12 in AUBURN-Darrell & Dawn Ritchie at First Baptist of Carl at 10:30 a.m. (https://www.rightplacemusic.com/schedule)

Sun., Feb. 12 in MCDONOUGH-The Sharps at The Ole Country Church at 6 p.m. (https://www.thesharpsquartet.com/schedule)

Tues., Feb. 14 in ROOPVILLE-The Nelons at Venue 1074 Clark & Nelon Farms at 6:30 [Valentines Dinner + Show] (https://www.facebook.com/events/710911420294504)

Fri., Feb. 17 in HIRAM-The Dixie Echoes at Cochran Ridge Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://dixieechoes.com/tour)

Sun. - Wed., Feb. 19 - 22 in CALHOUN-Lauren Talley at Heritage Baptist on Sunday evening at 6 and Monday through Wednesday evening at 6:30 (https://laurentalley.com/tour.html)

Sun., Feb. 19 in CUMMING-The Dixie Echoes, The Bridgemans at Antioch Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.gospelgigs.com/searchgigs.asp?gigname=Sunday%20Night%20Singing&gigxid=319684)

Sun., Feb. 19 in ELLIJAY-The Morrison Sisters at Sunlight Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://morrisonsisters.com/calendar)

Sun., Feb. 19 in HIRAM-Children Of The Promise at First Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://www.childrenofthepromiseministries.com/schedule)

Sun., Feb. 19 in MARIETTA-The Mylon Hayes Family at Eastwood Baptist at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. (https://www.themylonhayesfamily.com/on-tour)

Sun., Feb. 19 in SUGAR VALLEY-The Morrison Sisters at Welcome Gap Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://morrisonsisters.com/calendar)

Mon., Feb. 20 in DALLAS-The Morrison Sisters at Northside Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://morrisonsisters.com/calendar)

Additional itineraries, especially for locally-based artists, can be found at the Website http://www.gospelgigs.com.

STREAM ON DEMAND:
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01/22/2023

Sunday evening in Carrollton

01/21/2023

The Blackwood Brothers to sing at Lisa Marie Presley's funeral

01/19/2023

Tonight in Powder Springs

01/19/2023

The Light's live Facebook broadcast of the Red Back Church Hymnal Singing from this past Saturday evening at Coal Mountain Baptist Church can be streamed anytime on our page.

01/17/2023

Upcoming local singings (references in parenthesis, be sure to double check as artist schedules often change without notice):

Thurs., Jan. 19 in POWDER SPRINGS-Gerald Wolfe's Gospel Music Hymn Sing at Macland Baptist at 6:30 p.m. (https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=581450323993498&set=pb.100063856050653.-2207520000.)

Thurs., Jan. 19 in WACO-The Inspirations at Antioch Baptist at 7 p.m (https://www.theinspirationsquartet.com/tour)

Fri., Jan. 20 in DALTON-The Primitive Quartet at Carolyn Baptist at 7 p.m. (http://primitivequartet.com/calendar/calendar.php)

Sat., Jan. 21 in CARROLLTON-The Servers at Eastside Baptist at 2 p.m. (https://www.theserversband.com/schedule)

Sat., Jan. 21 in JACKSON-The Servers at Liberty Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.theserversband.com/schedule)

Sat., Jan. 21 in MONROE-The Joymasters at Center Hill Baptist at 4 p.m. (https://www.thejoymasters.com/services.html)

Sun., Jan. 22 in MARIETTA-The Joymasters at Fellowship Baptist at 10 a.m. (https://www.thejoymasters.com/services.html)

Sat., Feb. 25 in SHANNON-The Primitive Quartet at Mt. Calvary Free Will Baptist at 7 p.m. (http://primitivequartet.com/calendar/calendar.php)

Thurs., Jan. 26 in WATKINSVILLE-The Inspirations at Revival Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://www.theinspirationsquartet.com/tour)

Fri., Jan. 27 in FRANKLIN-The Primitive Quartet at Ridgeway Baptist Recreation Center at 7 p.m. (http://primitivequartet.com/calendar/calendar.php)

Sat., Jan. 28 in MARIETTA-The Booth Brothers, Jim & Melissa Brady at Elizabeth Baptist at 2 p.m. (https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10227033080825461&set=pcb.10227033084865562)

Sun., Jan. 29 in ADAIRSVILLE-The Servers at Clear Creek Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://www.theserversband.com/schedule)

Sun., Jan. 29 in CHATSWORTH-Avenue at Smyrna Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://www.avenuemusic.net/tour)

Sun., Jan. 29 in DOUGLASVILLE-Higher Hope at New Covenant United Methodst at 11 a.m. (https://www.higherhopemusic.com/tour)

Sun., Jan. 29 in MABLETON-Charlie Sexton & Homecoming at Concord Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://charliesextonandhomecoming.com/schedule)

Sun., Jan. 29 in SHARPSBURG-Debra Perry & Jaidyn's Call at Line Creek Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://debraperry.org/tour)

Sun. - Tues., Jan. 29 - 31 in WHITE-Gerald Crabb at Sutalee Baptist at 10:45 a.m. Sunday and at 7 p.m. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday (https://geraldcrabbministries.com)

Sat., Feb. 4 in FAYETTEVILLE-The Guardians at Fayetteville First Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://guardiansquartet.com/concerts)

Sun., Feb. 5 in CANTON-The Tribute Quartet at New Hope Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.tributequartet.com/tour)

Sun., Feb. 5 in GAINESVILLE-The Guardians at New Haven Congregational Holiness Church at 6 p.m. (https://guardiansquartet.com/concerts)

Sat., Feb. 11 in CARROLLTON-The Shadrix Trio at Rebekah's Gospel Barn at 5 p.m. (http://shadrix.net/tour)

Sat., Feb. 11 in MILTON-The Kingdom Heirs at Hopewell Baptist (https://kingdomheirs.com/appearances)

Sun., Feb. 12 in CANTON-The Joymasters at Oakdale Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.thejoymasters.com/services.html)

Tues., Feb. 14 in ROOPVILLE-The Nelons at Venue 1074 Clark & Nelon Farms at 6:30 [Valentines Dinner + Show] (https://www.facebook.com/events/710911420294504)

Additional itineraries, especially for locally-based artists, can be found at the Website http://www.gospelgigs.com.

STREAM ON DEMAND:
Listen anytime to The Light at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3muKel8POmkt5wT5HAFQ2r. Find mobile apps at https://www.spotify.com/us/download/windows (After installation, advance to Search, and look for The Light, which will be identifiable through our station logo).

01/15/2023

Wonderful update on Dan Clark, father of The Nelons' Jason Clark

01/15/2023

The Old Paths introduce new bass vocalist Andrew Utech

The Old Paths Welcome Andrew Utech

Nashville, TN (January 13th, 2023) – After several weeks of auditioning applicants, The Old Paths are pleased to announce the addition of Andrew Utech as the quartet’s new bass vocalist.

Hailing from Scottsboro, Alabama, the 29-year-old has been a fan of Southern Gospel since his grandfather first introduced it to him and his twin brother Alex. Both brothers have gone on to make their mark within the genre: Alex as part of the Down East Boys, and Andrew has previously been a member of the Dixie Echoes. The Old Paths are proud to be part of Andrew’s future, sharing, ‘We are so excited to introduce Andrew to our fans and friends! He’s an incredibly talented young man, and he’s going to be a fan favorite for sure!’

The Old Paths would also like to extend a gracious thank you to Keith Inman for stepping up to the position during the audition process. ‘I had the privilege to witness Andrew Utech’s audition with The Old Paths and wow!’ shares Keith Inman. ‘God has blessed this young man with so much talent. Audiences were thrilled by Andrew’s powerful bass vocal and were endeared to him through his humble spirit. He sang his way right into their hearts. Andrew is a great new addition to The Old Paths!’

Andrew Utech currently resides in Alabama with his wife, Brittany, and 3 young children.

To view The Old Paths upcoming tour schedule, and stay up to date on current events, be sure to visit theoldpathsonline.com and following The Old Paths on social media.

01/14/2023

Red Back Church Hymnal Singing at Coal Mountain Baptist in Cu***ng

01/13/2023

Lisa Marie Presley, Daughter of Elvis and Priscilla, Dead at 54: 'The Most Strong and Loving Woman'

Lisa Marie Presley, daughter of Elvis, passes away at 54

The singer, daughter of Elvis and Priscilla Presley, was rushed to the hospital on Jan. 12 for a possible cardiac arrest

01/12/2023

Brief tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, heavy rain possible with Level 3 out of 5 storm risk today

Bad weather for Metro Atlanta predicted today

Parts of Georgia will be under a Level 3 of 5 risk for severe weather.

01/10/2023

The Georgia Bulldogs have repeated as CFP National Champions

DAWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWGS on 🔝

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01/10/2023

Upcoming local singings (references in parenthesis, be sure to double check as artist schedules often change without notice):

Fri., Jan. 13 in MARIETTA-The Primitive Quartet, The Servers at Bethlehem Baptist at 7 p.m. (http://primitivequartet.com/calendar/calendar.php, https://www.theserversband.com/schedule)

Sat., Jan. 14 in CUMMING-Red Back Church Hymnal Singing at Coal Mountain Baptist at 5 p.m. (https://www.facebook.com/events/1109831779708182/?ref=newsfeed)

Sun., Jan. 15 in CLEVELAND-Karen Peck & New River at Shoal Creek Baptist at 10 a.m. (https://www.karenpeckandnewriver.com)

Sun., Jan. 15 in DALTON-Karen Peck & New River at Carolyn Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.karenpeckandnewriver.com)

Thurs., Jan. 19 in WACO-The Inspirations at Antioch Baptist at 7 p.m (https://www.theinspirationsquartet.com/tour)

Sat., Jan. 21 in MONROE-The Joymasters at Center Hill Baptist at 4 p.m. (https://www.thejoymasters.com/services.html)

Sun., Jan. 22 in MARIETTA-The Joymasters at Fellowship Baptist at 10 a.m. (https://www.thejoymasters.com/services.html)

Thurs., Jan. 26 in WATKINSVILLE-The Inspirations at Revival Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://www.theinspirationsquartet.com/tour)

Sat., Jan. 28 in WOODSTOCK-The Booth Brothers, Jim & Melissa Brady at Grace Community Church at 2 p.m. (https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226588039699711&set=a.10200396748453799)

Sun., Jan. 29 in CHATSWORTH-Avenue at Smyrna Baptist at 11 a.m. (https://www.avenuemusic.net/tour)

Sun., Jan. 29 in DOUGLASVILLE-Higher Hope at New Covenant United Methodst at 11 a.m. (https://www.higherhopemusic.com/tour)

Sun., Jan. 29 in MABLETON-Charlie Sexton & Homecoming at Concord Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://charliesextonandhomecoming.com/schedule)

Sun., Jan. 29 in SHARPSBURG-Debra Perry & Jaidyn's Call at Line Creek Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://debraperry.org/tour)

Sun. - Tues., Jan. 29 - 31 in WHITE-Gerald Crabb at Sutalee Baptist at 10:45 a.m. Sunday and at 7 p.m. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday (https://geraldcrabbministries.com)

Sat., Feb. 4 in FAYETTEVILLE-The Guardians at Fayetteville First Baptist at 7 p.m. (https://guardiansquartet.com/concerts)

Sun., Feb. 5 in CANTON-The Tribute Quartet at New Hope Baptist at 6 p.m. (https://www.tributequartet.com/tour)

Sun., Feb. 5 in GAINESVILLE-The Guardians at New Haven Congregational Holiness Church at 6 p.m. (https://guardiansquartet.com/concerts)

Additional itineraries, especially for locally-based artists, can be found at the Website http://www.gospelgigs.com.

STREAM ON DEMAND:
Listen anytime to The Light at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3muKel8POmkt5wT5HAFQ2r. Find mobile apps at https://www.spotify.com/us/download/windows (After installation, advance to Search, and look for The Light, which will be identifiable through our station logo).

01/09/2023

Wonderful news from Jason Clark (The Nelons) about his dad Dan Clark

Undoubtedly prayer is what has changed my dad’s story in the last few days.

He was minutes away from being taken off the ventilator so to pass peacefully to miraculously passing the blood and clots through his drain tube.

Today his progress continues.

As all of our family have gathered around his bedside he’s been giving us responses from our requests and opening his eyes. Amber sang his favorite “Shenandoah” and Autumn, Kelly, Amber sang another favorite “Grandpa”.

He always tells me “there’s no better singers than those girls”.

They all have inside jokes because of his ridiculously dry humor and he responded to all of that.

They were finally able to do the MRI and although the brain is still swollen and has infection, most of the blood has drained off and the doctors are amazed and pleased!!

They too have all taken notice that we are a praying bunch. I see 2023 as the year of answered prayer Jer 33:3.

Thank you for so much faithful prayer and all the love you guys have poured out on all of us.

01/07/2023

Divine 3 Ministries Requests Prayer For Group Member, Scottie Holmes – Divine 3 Ministries

Clarkesville-based Divine 3 requests prayer for tenor singer Scottie Holmes

Chapel Valley artist, Divine 3 Ministries, is requesting prayer for their tenor singer, Scottie Holmes. For the past several months, Scottie has been dealing with health problems, and at the beginning of January, Scottie was diagnosed with Stage 2 adenocarcinoma of the gastroesophageal junction. Gro...

01/06/2023

Update on Jason Clark's (The Nelons) father, Dan Clark, a member of The Nelons from 1999 to 2002

First of all we are overwhelmed by the thousands of people that have showered all of us with love and prayers. We can’t respond to these individually at the moment but I’ve read each one❤️

Here’s a brief update:
Dad is still very sick and the situation continues to be critical. When they placed him in ICU last night they immediately put him on the ventilator. The blood infection has surrounded his brain, along with that and his high fevers are the two most urgent areas right now. In the midst of all this trauma his kidney is functioning very well. 🙏🙏

Their machines measure pressure on his brain and can only indicate levels up to 50, and his are way beyond that capacity. He’s already gone through 4 spinal taps trying to drain the fluid but the infection isn’t successfully passsing through as of now.

They are currently wanting to move him back to Emory Neurosurgeon tower but he’s had extreme difficulties breathing on the vent and the pulmonologists are working on that right now.

Once this is under control he will have a tube inserted into his brain to drain fluids and relieve the swelling.
His fever has stayed at 102-104• and he has been packed with ice to combat this.

This team of professionals at Emory are simply unbelievable!! They’ve already saved his life multiple times. My mom and all the fam are simply exhausted and I pray for their renewed strength.

I’m sad tonight as my family is pulling out of town to head to TX but this is what we do. We sing! We sing in the valley, we sing on the mountains. My dad of all people understands this inescapable calling. Nathan will be filling in for me this weekend.

How to pray!
Pray that his fever is reduced.
Pray for the fluids to drain.
Pray for the blood infection to be cured.
Pray for the glory of God to be revealed.

Just two days ago at lunch dad said this to us out of the blue,

“I’m really grateful for all I’ve had to go through with my kidney failure and transplant journey. He said outside of singing gospel music on stage I was always shy to share my testimony one on one. Now I find myself every day talking to complete strangers. Today while fueling I saw a dialysis bumper sticker on the car next to me and asked the man his story. I was able to share how God was my help in the hardest days and how Jesus comforted me and even chose to give me a healthy kidney from some dear lady who had never even met me at the time.”

This is why I believe God has yet to reveal His greater glory through these trials.

What do we need? Only prayers of faithful, believing people.

John 11:40

01/06/2023

Eternal Vision announces the departure of bass singer Andrew Utech, taking applications for replacement

Eternal Vision Announces Departure of Andrew Utech

Knoxville, TN (January 5th, 2023) – Eternal Vision has announced the departure of bass singer, Andrew Utech.

Andrew Utech joined Eternal Vision in November of 2020. Shannon Shelby of Eternal Vision says, “It has been a privilege and joy to serve alongside Andrew for a little over two years. We pray nothing but the best for him and his family in the days ahead. Although his departure has taken us by surprise, it hasn’t taken God by surprise. We can’t wait to see what God has in store for EV, as we continue to serve Him in these last days.”

Eternal Vision will begin accepting applications from bass singers interested in joining the ministry. Submissions including a resume/bio, picture and vocal demo can be sent to [email protected].

To stay up-to-date on current happenings, follow Eternal Vision Ministries on social media or visit
eternalvision.net

01/05/2023

Prayers for Jason Clark's (The Nelons) father, Dan Clark, a member of The Nelons from 1999 to 2002

01/04/2023

LIVE UPDATES: Tornado watch, flash flood warning in effect for several metro counties

LIVE UPDATES: Tornado watch, flash flood warning in effect for several metro counties

Severe Weather Team 2 is LIVE TRACKING the storms NOW on Channel 2 Action News This Morning.

01/03/2023

Georgia severe storm threat: Tornado Watch until 9 p.m.

Metro Atlanta under Tornado Watch

The FOX 5 Storm Team is tracking a powerful front that is moving into north Georgia that is capable of producing severe storms and even brief tornadoes.