Called Out Quartet Announces Change

From Called Out Quartet's email newsletter of February 8, 2013:

A Season of Change for CO4
As the vocal group, THE BYRDS, used to sing "To everything, turn,turn,turn,...There is a season, Turn Turn.." oh well, you get the drift. It seems as though the season of change is upon CO4. The time has come to announce the departure of our bass singer, Von Gaines and baritone, Darrell Collier. Von and Darrell were both a part of CO4 from the beginning in 2003 and will be greatly missed by "the guys" of CO4 and fans both. Darrell was one of the most natural Baritone singers (and Emcee) that has ever set foot on the stage, and Von was one of the finest Bass singers ever to sing the Bass part. We will miss them and our love and prayers go with Darrell, Von and their families as they move on to the next step God has for their lives. Below are statements from both Darrel and Von about their Departures...

Darrell Collier
For those of you who know me, you know how much I love southern gospel music. However, it is time that I resign from my position as baritone vocalist for the Called Out Quartet. I will be working with them as they find a replacement and helping them during this transition in any capacity I can. I have been blessed to do what I love and enjoy for many years but as I've gotten older, the traveling and long nights have taken its toll on me. I have been privileged to meet some of the most wonderful people in the world and would have never had that opportunity without CO4!
To "the guys", thank you for all your support and work you do for the Lord and for being awesome friends! I love you all more than you'll ever know! To Eddie and Ms. Janice, thanks for the encouragement and guidance you have shown me over the years and for your lifelong commitment to southern gospel music and to serving the Lord.
Remember, it's not goodbye, it's see you later!
Blessed,
Darrell


Von Gaines
To all the friends I've come to know so well over the last 9 plus years as I've been blessed to be a small part of Called Out Quartet, I've got a bittersweet announcement that I truly thought would never come. Back in early December the good Lord (and this could have only come from God) blessed me with an incredible job opportunity here in Nashville flying for Vanderbilt Hospital's LifeFlight air ambulance service. At first I thought I could find some way to hang on to my cherished spot in the quartet all while taking care of my responsibilities at LifeFlight, but after a few weeks it was apparent that it could not work out. I talked to the guys, and consulted with our dear friend Eddie Crook and came to the conclusion that for the better of the group I needed to step aside. The decisions made have been very difficult as my heart is truly in the ministry that Called Out Quartet has done and will continue to do. I know that as the Lord opened this opportunity for me, He will be with and bless the group even more than I have witnessed Him to do through the years. Please pray for Darrell, Scott, and Marty as they seek the Lord's will and know that though I may not be with them week in and week out, I'll always consider myself a "Called Out Quartet guy" and will support them every possible way I can. I'll miss you all more than you will ever know...Von Gaines


Continuing On...
Though departures are not easy, we are very excited to announce a new edition to the group with Dillon Clemons taking over the roll of Bass singer for CO4. Many of the folks up North already had the opportunity to meet & hear Dillon last month when he went for a long run through Michigan & Ohio with us. The response to Dillon was incredible and the overwelming consensus of the crowds was that he would be a good fit. Dillon is 19 years old and is from Nashville, Tennessee. He is a student at Middle Tennessee State University, where he is majoring in Elementary Education to become a teacher. More info on Dillon will be coming soon, so stay tuned.

Due to the departure of Darrell (who has offered to fill in until a replacement is found) we are now scheduling auditions for the Baritone position. For more information or to schedule an audition contact us at CalledOut@CalledOutQuartet.com or call 615-332-5500.

Please pray for us as we go through this season of change. Change is never easy, but we have the promise that all things work together for good.

Until we see you on the road...

Blessings,
Marty, Scott and all the guys of CO4
http://www.calledoutquartet.com/

Now Scheduling Auditions for Baritone
For more information: Send us an E-Mail or call us at 615-332-5500.

Now Booking Dates for 2013
We are now booking dates for 2013. To book Called Out Quartet at your Church or Event
Send us an E-Mail or call us at 615-332-5500.

Mercy's Well Releases New Radio Single "Beautiful, Terrible Cross"

From Mercy's Well email newsletter of February 7, 2013:

After the craziness of the last few weeks, it was nice to have a "normal" week for a change. We almost didn't know what to do! We had a great "Super Sunday" at Rushwood Pak Wesleyan Church in Asheboro, NC. Before we began our program in the service, we were blessed with the opportunity to watch two other ministries present their gifts. First, a black-light ministry from Raleigh, NC shared God's message by using choreographed movements and props to bring to life some amazing Christian music. The team was made up of seventeen teenagers and young adults. What a blessing it was to see young people using their creative gifts to honor God! Zach and Rodney, a Christian-Country music group, took the stage next. Their tight harmonies and original lyrics were well received, and their testimony to God's faithfulness was powerful. We ended the service with our set, wrapping up a great day!

We are excited to announce the release of our new radio single, "Beautiful, Terrible Cross". This song is from our WORSHIP: MODERN HYMNS FOR EVERY GENERATION project, and we are looking forward to seeing how God will use it to touch lives all across the country. Call into your local Christian radio station and request to hear it today!

You can have your own copy of this CD, and all our others, by going to our online store. Be sure to check out the accompaniment devotional book that goes along with the WORSHIP CD - a great tool for your personal walk with Christ!

Have a great week, and God bless!

Brad, Greg & Kyle
Mercy's Well
http://www.mercyswell.com/
Mercy's Well | 5603-B West Friendly Avenue | PMB 272 | Greensboro | NC | 27410

Greater Vision In Studio

From Greater Vision's email newsletter of February 7, 2013:

We finished up last weekend in Florida, and we're still in Florida... headed to Palmetto for two great events today!

On Monday, we'll be back in the recording studio, finishing the vocals for our brand-new CD, which is scheduled for release in late April. Rodney, Chris, Jim Brady, Lanny Wolfe, and several other great writers have contributed some great new songs, and we're ready for you to hear them! One of my favorite parts of the recording process will be on Tuesday, when Lari Goss returns to the studio to conduct the Orchestra Session for our recording! Hearing all that great music come together to help carry the message of the songs is a great experience. After that, Bob Williams will begin the "mix" process (putting it all together), and Ben Wolfe will begin working on the art for the CD cover. It will all come together to produce a great CD! Keep watching our Updates for more information, and a chance to get your CD before it's released to the general public!

To see our complete Concert Schedule, click HERE.

We have a sound-check at 11am, so I need to close.

All of us hope you have a great remainder of the week, and we hope to see you SOON!

As always, thank you for your prayers and your friendship. You are a blessing to us!


Blessings,
Greater Vision
greatervision.com
Greater Vision | P.O. Box 1172 | Morristown | TN | 37816-1172

News from Legacy Five

From Legacy Five's email newsletter of February 6, 2013:

What a great month January was! The New Year's Celebration at Gaylord Opryland Hotel was magnificent! Then we had two Jubilee concerts with the Booth Brothers and Greater Vision. We also enjoyed our Eastern Caribbean Gospel Music Celebration cruise with The Collingsworth Family, Greater Vision, Triumphant Quartet, The Booth Brothers, Tim Lovelace and others. It was a phenomenal cruise for sure.
Wow...what a month!

Now we look to February for some more great times. This month will take us to Florida, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Arizona. See our schedule below for more details. Come see us and bring a friend!

Blessings,
~ Scott
Legacy Five
legacyfive.com

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Historic Hotel & Coastal Resort
Without ever leaving the United States!
October 20 & 21, 2014

Want to visit an island and a resort without having to ever leave the United States? Mackinac Island, voted as one of the top 10 islands IN THE WORLD will host Legacy Five and Ken Davis for a weekend retreat this October 20 and 21. Come and enjoy a Sunday night and Monday morning concert and treat yourself to the delightful Grand Hotel and their world class cuisine.....all included! More details will be coming soon, so go ahead and mark your calendars and make plans to attend this once-in-a-lifetime unforgettable experience known as Mackinac Island, Michigan.
Don't Miss the Boat!
January 18 - 25, 2014

In the first paragraph, I mentioned just having gotten off our annual Eastern Caribbean cruise. That cruise destination is THE BEST Caribbean itinerary I have EVER been on. Plus, the Holland America cruise line is superb. Then you add the detail and class of Inspiration Christian Cruises along with the best artists Southern Gospel Music has to offer, and it is no wonder that this cruise sold out 5 months in advance. The passengers are demanding this cruise be offered again, so we are scheduled to do it all over again January 18-25 of next year. I know it sounds like a long time away and some of you don't like to plan that far ahead. BUT....this cruise does sell out quickly. There are a limited number of cabins in each "category" and so you need to reserve the cabin of your choice as soon as possible. Take your time paying the cruse off, but at least secure your spot now. You have until October 29th to cancel your reservation and still receive a refund. So....don't wait....reserve your spot NOW.

Last, but not Least!
Your Stories
Legacy Five has a tab on our website called, "Your Stories." These are letters we have received from folks who have a specific story to tell that somehow relates to the ministry of Legacy Five. If you have a special story you would like to share, please email it to us and we will consider it for publication on our site. We only post your story once we have received permission from you. But even if we don't publish your story, we still want to hear it. Your stories encourage us and we love reading what God has done in your life through our music. So....I'd like to leave you with a letter I just got this week. It is shared with permission, however this person did request that we not include her name or town. She gave me permission to share it with you because she hopes her story might help encourage one of you.

Dear Legacy Five,

Let me start out by saying thank you again for an awesome and encouraging concert tonight. And thank you for granting my request to sing I Stand Redeemed. I so did not want the evening to end. Another reason I look forward to Heaven....the singing and praise and worship won't ever have to end!

About eleven years ago I found myself divorced after nine years of marriage. I was told that he just didn't love me anymore. In the aftermath and heartbreak of this life event, I soon found myself involved in a relationship with a married man. Now I had gone forward as a child to accept Christ, and was raised in a Christian home, so I knew all of this was terribly wrong. When this relationship fell apart and he decided to go back to his wife of 25 years, I was left despondent, heart broken and feeling very much alone and lost. So I went out to his barn and looked for something sharp. I found a razor blade and attempted to use it on my wrists, but the blade was too dull to get very much damage done before I was found and stopped. I do however still carry a couple of minor scars to this day.

It was about two weeks after this that I was invited to your concert. When you guys sang I Stand Redeemed, I crumbled. It was like you were singing my hearts cry. "When I think of all my faults and my failures...." But oh how God used that chorus to encourage and heal this broken heart!

So tonight found me desiring to hear it again in the aftermath of yet another failed 9 1/2 year marriage. This time, my husband had turned verbally and mentally abusive and I believe it was soon to escalate into physical abuse. For the safety of my 3 year old son and I, we left.

The good news? The God on the mountain is still God in the valley. He has continued to do exceeding abundantly above all I could ask or think. Now don't get me wrong. I've had some pretty rough faith days, and not always had the most Godly of thoughts and attitudes, but His provision for us has been so wonderful! And at the end of the day I can still say, I Stand Redeemed, no matter what.

I hope this can encourage you just a little to know what an impact your service to the Lord can have and is having. Thanks to all of you for caring and being such a blessing. Thank you for your continued service and sacrifice, and for sharing the good news of the gospel.

On the Road
Here's our upcoming schedule. Please call ahead before driving long distances. We look forward to seeing you in our travels! Check out Legacy Five's Tour Schedule HERE


2/07 Palmetto FL Manatee Convention Center 1:30 & 7:30 PM
2/08 Palatka FL Christ Independent Methodist 7:00 PM
2/09 Hudson FL Word of Life 7:00 PM
2/15 Des Moines IA First Federated Church 7:00 PM
2/16 Normal IL Calvary Baptist Church 6:00 PM
2/22 Morrison IL Emmanuel Reformed Church 7:00 PM
2/23 Syracuse IN Wawasee High School / with the Freedom Singers 6:30PM
2/24 Chippewa Falls WI Chippewa Falls High School 3:00 PM
2/28 Phoenix AZ Grand Canyon University Arena 6:00 PM

The Mark Dubbeld Family Releases New Children’s Book

Nashville, TN (January, 5th, 2013) – Mansion Entertainment recording artist, The Mark Dubbeld Family, have released their first Children’s Book called, “The Farmer Said, ‘Yes!’”

Written by Janene A. Dubbeld, the book relays the true story of Don and Twana Hawk who were missionaries to Honduras.

As a farmer and his wife from Ohio, Don and Twana heard God’s call to go and help underprivileged children learn about Jesus. They would also teach the boys how to provide for their families.

Author Janene Dubbeld commented. “Since the first class of just 12 students, more than 7,000 students have been educated and ministered to through the school named, “El Sembrador,” founded by the Hawks.”

El Sembrador’s educational programs include vocational training and a Bible institute. Many graduates have gone on to become mechanics, lawyers, engineers, and pastors. It encourages children of all ages to say, “yes,” to whatever God desires for them to do.

Mark Dubbeld said, “Teaching children the importance of missions is an important area of Christianity and Janene reaches kids of all ages with her book.”

Missions will benefit from the sale of this Children’s book. To purchase or find more details of this book go online to mjdubbeld.com, mjdubbeld@msn.com, or http://www.facebook.com/marknjanene.dubbeld.

The Mark Dubbeld Family continues to tour full-time on the “Inside The Gate” Tour in Florida for the months of February and March. Their appearances ranging from churches, concert venues, RV parks with recent appearances at Dollywood and National Quartet Convention Main stage. For Booking or more Information regarding resources about The Mark Dubbeld Family visit their website at www.mjdubbeld.com or 540-293-8467

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About The Mark Dubbeld Family
The Mark Dubbeld Family consists of Vincent 21 yrs, Leighton 19 yrs, Elena 15 yrs, Channing 11 yrs and Britton 8 yrs old. Each of them play an active role in the ministry -- Singing, playing the drums, bass and acoustic guitar.

Janene, loves to write for Jesus. Songs, devotionals, stories . . . you name it she loves to write it. She is also a gifted speaker. Her message focuses on healing hearts through compassionate speaking, restoring joy with her songs of faith, and exhorting Christians to live passionately for God. Of course, that's only a part time "job" -- she's a full time wife and mother.

Mark SINGS and loves it! He has been a gospel singer since the age of 15. Mark has been singing full time for more than 25yrs in Churches, Crusades Conferences and even a recent ESPN National Classic Pro Fishing Tournament. Singing as a soloist, with his family, in gospel quartets, choirs, and working in worship and music. He loves his Lord, and loves his family.