Born and raised in “Cajun Country”, Eli is a self-taught musician, does not read music at all and yet he will touch your heart when he plays either the saxophone or the clarinet. In his earlier years, Eli performed on the famous Bossier Strip in various nightclubs, but now he devotes his talents towards “playing for the Lord”. Eli is a member of the “Louisiana Hall of Fame for Entertainers” and has backed up numerous well-known entertainers such as Pete Fountain, Percy Sledge and others. He is the owner and CEO of “Haydel’s Game Calls, Inc.” and very well-known throughout the hunting industry.
In 2005 Eli suffered two strokes, one of which almost took his life. His wife was told by the doctors that his quality of life would probably not be good even if he survived. But God performed a miracle and today, it is hard to tell that Eli even had a stroke. And, he will be the first to tell you that although his playing is not as good as it once was, whatever sound he can now get out of those instruments will be used to praise and honor his Savior.
“The Lord is my Strength and my Song, and He is Become My Salvation…” Exodus 15:2
God used these words to work in the hearts of three cousins and their spouses in the old, country, Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church of Plumerville, Arkansas back in 1983. Dwayne and Debbie Ward, Gus and Judy Biggers, and Mike and Thresa Davidson make up the Southern Gospel group.
God has allowed Heaven’s Echoes to minister at various venues from churches to auditoriums, festivals to fairs, revivals to benefits and conventions to cruises. They have traveled to Branson, Chicago, New York, and Niagara Falls to name a few. They hosted the 1st annual Mid-Ark Quartet convention that is now planning its 4th year. They have sung on cruise ships that have taken them to the Eastern and Western Caribbean and up to Alaska.
Through their ministry, Heaven’s Echoes prayer is that “through the experiences God has purposed in our lives, He will use us to uplift the name of Christ and minister to those who are rejoicing, those hurting and in sorrow, and those who need Salvation.”
The Voyagers Quartet was formed in 2008 and includes Mark Lackey, tenor, Randy Barnes, lead, Robin Morgan, baritone, and Steve Williams, bass. Although the group is new, the members have several years of singing Southern Gospel Music with groups such as Cross Point, Men of Faith, The Apostles, The Melody Boys, and others. The Voyagers Quartet is based out of Alexander, Arkansas.
They believe in Psalms 115:1, “Not to us Oh, Lord, not to us; but to Thy name be the glory! It is not about us individually or as a group, it’s about Jesus Christ and what He has done for us. We thank God for His saving Grace, and want everyone to know that “His Grace is Sufficient” for all your needs.”
Contact Randy: 501-352-7155, Booking: 501-258-7479, or email: voyagersqt@hotmail.com
Second Corinthians 5:17 tells us that if anyone is in Christ, that person is a new creature, old things are gone, and all things are new. Taking their name from this verse, N Him strives, through song, to proclaim this gospel of Jesus Christ. The message to everyone is always the same: there is hope and forgiveness in Christ alone.
Located in Olive Branch, Mississippi, the mid-south trio boasts three decades of rich, southern gospel heritage. Described as a blend of Gold City and The Gaither Vocal Band, N Him members Chris Bennett, Chip Distin, and Allen Hoover balance their different experiences and influences to produce a sound definitively their own.
Originally as a foursome with David Snider, Ernie Williams, Harold Ashcraft and Larry Snider, they traveled as “The Cathedral of Praise Quartet” and ministered out of the First Assembly of God Church in Shreveport, Louisiana in the early 1990’s. When Larry passed away in 1997 the group became a trio and continued singing for the Lord. Equally adept as a trio, the group is currently a part of the ministry team at the Open Range Fellowship Church in Greenwood, Louisiana with Pastor Dennis Aaron. They have now taken on the name “Open Range” bringing glory down with their rich southern gospel musical heritage in song, along with a unity in praise and worship.
Contact: 318-465-0674 or email: hgal224@aol.com
In October of 1972, the Cox brothers, Dwight and Clois, heard the anointed calling of God and began ministering through song and music in Velvet Ridge, Arkansas. Belinda Harper joined the ministry 15 years ago. Their desire and prayers are to “win souls for the Kingdom of God and be a source of encouragement to all who visit us at a concert near them.” They all love sharing the joy of the Lord and sharing about God’s saving Grace.
Since their debut in 2005, personnel changes and a progression in style have sent CrossPoint hurtling to the forefront of gospel music in Arkansas. Brian, Damon, Kevin, and Adam blend their amazing voices to create a sound that is distinctively their own.
CrossPoint Quartet consists of four men who share a passion for God and gospel music. Their primary desire is to glorify Christ and see souls brought into the Kingdom through their music. A second component of their ministry is to bring laughter and joy to the church body.
Their musical style is a nice blend of the old classics, southern gospel, and today’s more progressive tunes. Their versatility and depth enable CrossPoint to take a congregation on a spiritual journey through gospel music. In a worship service with the quartet, you will laugh, you will cry, and you will most definitely have a great time in the Lord. Their unique, inspirational blend of music is sure to provide a worshipful atmosphere for all who hear them.
Consisting of four couples, His Call is very active in and dedicated to its ministry. Dennis (baritone) and Norma Caudill, Ron (sound and equipment) and Cyndi (secretary and treasurer) Livingston, Jimmy (lead) and Renate (tenor) Duty, and Gary (bass) and Janet Bower are His Call. They feel the Lord has commanded them to “go tell”. Therefore this ministry has only one purpose: to go tell the people about Jesus and His saving love for the world. His Call has chosen to follow God’s command with their God-given spiritual gifts, in service and music.
His Call began in 1971 and has been growing for 30 years. They are living around Dallas, Texas in Plano, Sachse, Rowlett and Mesquite, where most are active members of Trinity Life Baptist Church in Garland, Texas.
Scott and Lisa were married in 2009. They have both been in music ministry the majority of their lives. When God brought them together, they quickly realized that music was something that would forever be a part of their lives.
Growing up, Scott’s family was active in gospel groups, such as The Journeymen, The Gospel Echos, and The Ambassadors, where Scott would play the piano, keyboard, guitar and/or sing. He became youth pastor of Thomasville Church of God in Thomasville, Alabama and joined the group The MaHarreys.
Lisa grew up singing and has won several awards for her talents. She studied music in school at Southern Arkansas University and Stamps Baxter School of Music. She joined Pardoned in 2008, whose travels led her to Alabama where she met Scott.
God’s healing power is a big ministry of Broken Vessels. Scott was born with a bone disease, osteo genesis imperfecta, that was healed when he realized his need to ask Jesus to be Lord of his life at 12 years old. Scott and Lisa have stayed in Alabama except when traveling weekly to testify of God’s healing power.
