Saturday, January 24, 2009

Gaither Vocal Band Changes

Have you heard! The Gaither Vocal Band is making a big change in 2009. In case you missed it, I've posted the official press release below. - Nathan


1/13/09 (Alexandria, Indiana) - With mixed emotions and tremendous optimism about the future, Gaither Music Group announces major personnel changes for the Gaither Vocal Band, including the return of some of the group's best-loved alumni.

After more than 14 years as the Gaither Vocal Band's lead singer, Guy Penrod will now begin a new journey. Bill Gaither is delighted to announce today that Guy is pursuing a new direction as a solo artist. It is a bittersweet transition as Penrod will miss sharing the stage with his comrades and he will be greatly missed.

Bill Gaither states, "I am losing a lead singer, but I am not losing a friend. I am extremely grateful for the incredible contribution he has made to the Gaither Vocal Band's legacy." Guy Penrod has said in response, "My years with the Gaither Vocal Band have been among the most glorious of my life. Now, though, with the Band continuing in strength and me tackling the new challenge of a solo career, we can all serve our God even more powerfully in the days to come."

As Gaither has stated at various times of transition, "You never replace a group member... you simply find a fresh, new direction." And with that philosophy at heart, Bill Gaither has gone far beyond simply replacing his long-time lead singer. He has completely recreated the Gaither Vocal Band, now expanding the size of the group from four members to five and bringing back an all-star cast of voices from the Vocal Band's rich legacy of talent. 

Effective immediately, the new roster for the five-member Gaither Vocal Band will be: Bill Gaither, David Phelps, Wes Hampton, Michael English and Mark Lowry. Mark Lowry will complete all his previously scheduled solo engagements through April 2009 and will appear with the Gaither Vocal Band at every available opportunity during this transition, beginning with the Gaither Caribbean Cruise on February 22.

Marshall Hall, who has sung with the group since 2004, will no longer serve as the group's baritone and will be missed dearly by his friends both on and off the stage. He is a talented singer and producer, as well as an experienced worship leader, who will undoubtedly enjoy a solid future building on the experience gained during his five remarkable years with the Gaither Vocal Band.

The public's overwhelming early response to the January 20th release of The Gaither Vocal Band Reunion DVD, as well as the group's 2009 Grammy nomination, has already begun what could be the group's most unforgettable season yet. 

Sunday, January 18, 2009

AZ Cardinals - Headed to the Super Bowl


I've never really been a big football fan. Probably because our home team has never really played pro-football. Oh, they put on the pads and the helmets but they never really played the game. I have a signed football by all the Cardinals back when they were the Phoenix Cardinals.

Now, they're the Arizona Cardinals and they are headed to the Super Bowl! If you didn't know, the Cardinals have the record for the 2nd longest period of time (next to the Chicago Cubs) without being in a championship game or series. Let me rephrase that - the Cardinals HAD the record for the longest time -- didI mention, the Arizona Cardinals are going to the Super Bowl!

If your team isn't in the Big Game this year (Cardinals/Steelers), root for the Cardinals. It's their time!

Go Cardinals!!

10 Rules For Happiness

Bill Bright (founder of Campus Crusade for Christ) once gave a list for the rules happy living. Here's the list to read and think about as you are living life each day!
  1. Give something away to someone (with no strings attached).
  2. Do a kindness to someone (and forget it).
  3. Spend a few minutes with the aged (their experience is a priceless guidance).
  4. Look intently into the face of a baby (and marvel).
  5. Laugh often (it is life''s lubricant).
  6. Give thanks to the Lord (a thousand times a day is not enough).
  7. Pray (or you will lose the way).
  8. Work (with vim and vigor). ["Vim" means "robust energy and enthusiasm."]
  9. Plan as though you''ll live forever (because you will).
  10. Live as though you''ll die tomorrow (because your body will, on some tomorrow).

American Flag Mosaic

Hey Everyone!

This drawing was included in an e-mail I recently received. I thought you might enjoy it.

Let's remember to pray for the new President and Vice President that they would turn to God in all decisions and in the way they lead.

Nathan


Thursday, January 15, 2009

Trying Stuff Out

Hey Everyone!

I'm working on some new things for the ministries right now that will help me better communicate with you. I'm not revealing the details here just yet but I can tell you I'm experimenting with a feature right now on this very blog! Keep checking for new posts.

Also, there is big news about part of the ministries that you'll want to read about. It should be posted later this week so keep watching maackonline.com!

Have a great day!


Nathan