Anna Brooks said “A lifelong dream of being full time in music ministry has finally come true and I am forever grateful that the Lord has made this possible. I’m looking forward to seeing many souls saved, and hearts touched.”

In welcoming Anna to this full time position, the Joyaires are inviting pastors, promoters and others in the industry to reach out and discuss supporting the group as they move forward in ministry.

The Joyaires can be reached at 865-435-6147, or 865-250-6417. They can also be found on Facebook, as well as online at www.joyaires.com.

The location lends itself to a family friendly environment that allows attendees to enjoy the shopping of Gatlinburg as well as Pigeon Forge. They also have many fun family attractions and sights to keep the parents, children, and grand-parents entertained between concerts.

Karen stated, “As always we are looking forward to the Abraham Productions event in Gatlinburg. Gatlinburg Gathering is a very special week of fantastic music and preaching. I love being a part of Abraham Productions because I feel like we are making an impact in this world for the Lord. I hope that every one is making plans to be there this week. I promise you will be blessed!”

Some of your favorite artists will be performing including Ivan Parker, Canton Junction, Jason Crabb, The Hoppers, Tribute, Isaacs, Booth Brothers, Whisnants, HIGHROAD, Karen Peck and New River and more.

For more information about artists, speakers, times, and tickets go to http://www.abrahamproductions.net/gatlinburg_gathering.php.

“God’s Appointed Time”, their current radio single written by Matthew Browder, is a powerful song that creates a tremendous impact as the words come to life when you hear the song while words are exploding across the screen. There is something special about this form of video that is new to Southern Gospel Music. Flashes of lightning throughout the video inspired by the empowering lyrics speaks about going through the storms of life

Tina Pruitt said “The words in this song are so stirring and inspiring. Every listener can relate somehow. Everybody goes through life’s storms, and this is an awesome reminder that, in God’s appointed time, each of us will come out with a better understanding, and greater testimony of God’s love.” continuing Tina commented “He’ll give you a story, and He’ll get the glory in God’s Appointed Time.”

Brooke Pruitt stated, “We wanted to make sure that the video clearly portrayed the strong message in this song, and I believe it does just that. From ‘The waves bow down to His will,’ to ‘The radiant light will break through the gloom,’ every line is illustrated perfectly throughout the entire video. I’m so happy we were able to bring these powerful lyrics to life! I hope you all enjoy our new video.”

The new video produced by Sight of Canaan Productions can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8XxWmHC5ds&feature=youtu.be.

The Music City Show, a creation of Jim Sheldon and Scott Godsey, is a nationally distributed television program.

Jim Sheldon says, “I am extremely honored to accept this award for the MCS. We all have worked very hard and we all feel very blessed to a part of something that is making a difference. I give God all the Glory for giving me the opportunity to do what I do. I want to say Thank you to all of you that voted for our show we are blessed. Scott Godsey and Bev McCann along with Tim Lovelace and all the folks that work so hard to put this show together for our viewers, I know we all feel very blessed and honored to do what we do. Staying Positive for Jesus.

Bev McCann commented, “I am so excited and feel so blessed to be here today and accept this award with Jim Sheldon for the MCS, we both wish Scott and Tim could be here with us. As Jim said we all work very hard and there are a lot of things that goes on behind the scenes and we could not do what we do without everyone of them. So a great big thank you to all that voted for the MCS and to all that work with us on the MCS. God is so Good.”

Now in its 60th year of existence for the ICGMA, it is the oldest Country Gospel Music Organization in America. Throughout these many years, Artist, Fans, and Industry alike have found the ICGMA a wonderful place of fellowship, friendship, and ministry, as they have worked together to advance this great musical art form, and to build the kingdom of God.

Dr. W. Lindsey Thompson and Billy Holcomb founded the I C G M A (International Country Gospel Music Association). They had a strong vision to unite those who loved and ministered in the Country Gospel Music field. They felt by uniting and working together with artists from all over the world, they could form a bond and build a music industry that could truly spread God’s message of salvation through the Country music that so many love. They knew that good Christian music can sometimes reach a soul when nothing else can. They had a vision to have a music ministry association with great integrity, high moral standards, and that would be open to everyone, not just an elite few. The culmination of these ideas are ICGMA Awards.