Groups are listed alphabetically
Calvary Heirs
The Calvary Heirs Quartet began singing in 1980 founded by “Pa Bill” Eckler. They are based in beautiful east-central Kentucky. Though their passion is southern gospel music, they sing all types of genres. Their purpose for singing is to spread the good news of the gospel of Jesus Christ all over Kentucky and indeed around the country.
The Foresters are a family group in full time Gospel Music Ministry. They travel all across the United States, Canada and Europe holding more than 200 meetings each year. The Foresters sing southern and traditional Gospel Music. They are a family group with a live band. They play a large variety of instruments including, Piano, Bass Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin, Harmonica and Drums. The Foresters consist of: Mark (vocals, piano and guitars) , Andrea (vocals and bass guitar) , Tyler ( age 13 – drums) and Trevor (age 9 vocals and bass guitar)
Gloria Lynne
Gloria Lynne is an amazing contemporary, country, and bluegrass musician. Known to be called the “Singing Preacher”, she’s sure to bring encouragement and laughter to the stage.
The Maendel Family is a family group from Petoskey, Michigan who share a blend of gospel bluegrass/praise and worship to lift your hearts and minds to the Lord.
Sojourner’s Quartet
It all began in 1992 with founding member Mark May, who carries the legacy of Sojourner Quartet forward today. Originally a contemporary Christian band that played with live instruments, the group transitioned to a southern gospel music style with four part harmonies in 1995. Sojourner Quartet recorded their first full southern gospel project, On The Rock at Gaither Studios in 1997 and the rest is history.
Today’s members include Mark May baritone, Larry Counterman bass, Chris Horne tenor and Jim Visser lead. In 2017 Sojourner Quartet celebrated 25 years traveling together across the United States and Canada. “More important than any worldly success, we have been able to experience lives touched and hearts changed through the message in our music,” said group founder Mark May.
The Thurstons, consisting of Dave Thurston, Marni Thurston, & Monty Bishop are Spreading the message of Hope and Encouragement through song. Classy appearance, sincere hearts & the ability to deliver the Word of God in song & testimony makes this group very effective while on the platform. Their music & presentation of the word of God is inspiring & their energy is contagious.
The Walkers
The Walkers are a singing family group who together have a mission to bring a message of hope and encouragement to people and communities across the United States and Canada through that of Christian Country and Southern Gospel Music as well as Worship music. They provide a fun, uplifting message through music and spoken word that touches peoples hearts and brings forth joy.
Northern Michigan Gospel Music Festival 