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Iconic Booth Brothers Release New Album Celebrating Gospel Heritage

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JEFF TURNER

StowTown Records has announced a new album from one of Southern Gospel’s most loved groups, The Booth Brothers. This special recording, called Generations, brings together current members Ronnie and Michael Booth with their father, Ron Booth, Sr., and their late uncle, Charles Booth, thanks to the power of modern recording technology. The result is a unique collection of songs that showcases a rich family legacy in Gospel music.

Ronnie and Michael Booth have long been inspired by their father and uncle. “Ronnie and I are so blessed by the musical heritage our dad and uncle passed along to us,” said Michael Booth. He mentioned that this project has been a dream for a long time, and they are thrilled to make it a reality. When they were young, Ronnie and Michael looked up to their father and uncle, who were influential figures in Gospel music. The two younger Booths grew up watching them perform with some of the best quartets in the field.

For fans who remember the original Booth Brothers, Ron and Charles were known for their clear voices and incredible stage presence. Although Ronnie and Michael had the chance to sing with their father over the years, the chance to record with both the senior Booth Brothers was not possible until now.

With the help of 21st-century technology, the voices of Ron and Charles Booth have been carefully restored from old analog recordings. These were then blended with Ronnie and Michael’s current voices, making it possible for all four Booths to sing together for the first time. “This was a painstaking project,” shared Ronnie Booth, “but well worth the effort. It’s a dream come true for us and something that we will cherish forever.”

The new album includes well-loved Gospel classics, such as “In The Sweet Forever” and “Now I Have Everything.” It also features an emotional ballad called “He Showed His Love To Me,” written by Robert Blackstock. The song reflects on Christ’s sacrifice at Calvary, delivered in the signature Booth Brothers style.

Generations showcases the classic Booth Brothers harmony while highlighting the legacy of Gospel music within their family. It promises to be a recording that will be enjoyed by fans for years to come. StowTown Records President and CEO, Landon Beene, expressed his excitement, saying, “To say that our record label is excited to be bringing this one-of-a-kind recording to the public is a massive understatement. We can’t wait for listeners to experience the nostalgia and the joy of this new, yet classic, sound.”

The album is available on all digital platforms worldwide and is distributed exclusively by Provident/Sony. For Gospel music fans, Generations is a chance to hear the familiar Booth Brothers harmony in a fresh and meaningful way, celebrating a history of faith and song that spans decades.

Track List

  • In The Sweet Forever
  • Now I Have Everything
  • He Showed His Love To Me
  • Through It All
  • All Of Me
  • His Hands
  • King Jesus
  • Release Me (From My Sin)
  • What A Lovely Name
  • To Remember Calvary
  • Lead Me To That Rock

This album is a reminder of how Gospel music can connect generations, honoring the past while bringing joy to the present.

The Importance of Sharing the Gospel: A Biblical Perspective

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DAVID INGRAM

Jesus gave a clear command to His followers: “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19 NASB). This Great Commission calls all believers to spread the Good News, not just through distant missions or donations, but through personal action and involvement.

In Mark 16:15, Jesus instructed His disciples to go into all the world and preach to all creation. This mission isn’t about hiding behind screens or only supporting missionaries; it’s a direct call for each believer to actively share the gospel.

Worship services are important for gathering, singing hymns, taking communion, and honoring God. However, we are called to do more. We must take an active role in fulfilling the Great Commission. Have you shared the gospel in your community? Have you personally gone out to spread the message of Jesus Christ?

Let’s not limit our faith to church walls. Instead, let’s embrace the command to make disciples everywhere we go.

Hal Lindsey, Influential Christian Author, Passes Away at 95 according to website

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Hal Lindsey, a prominent writer and television host known for his apocalyptic Christian literature, died on Tuesday according to his website. His death was announced just two days after he celebrated his 95th birthday.

Lindsey gained widespread recognition for his book “The Late Great Planet Earth,” published in 1970 by Zondervan. The publication quickly became a bestseller, arriving shortly after the Six-Day War and significantly contributing to discussions about dispensationalist theology and support for ethnic Jews.

A graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary with a Master of Theology degree, Lindsey specialized in New Testament and early Greek literature. He pursued ministry work with Campus Crusade for Christ until 1969 and later supported a Southern California mission until 1976. During this period, he also served as a speaker and Sunday School teacher at Melodyland Christian Center in Anaheim, California.

Lindsey’s media career included hosting the “International Intelligence Briefing” on the Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN). In 2005, the network temporarily removed his program, with Lindsey suggesting the decision related to his pro-Israel messaging. TBN’s owner, Paul Crouch, countered that the show was simply pre-empted for Christmas programming.

After resigning from TBN in January 2006, Lindsey launched “The Hal Lindsey Report,” a program focusing on biblical prophecy and current events. By January 2007, he had returned to the TBN network, financing the program independently.

In 1994, Lindsey earned a Doctorate of Theology from the California Graduate School of Theology. He continued writing throughout his career, with many of his subsequent works building upon themes introduced in his first book.

The specific cause of Lindsey’s death was not disclosed in the initial announcement.

INTERNATIONAL: Criminal attack on Bangladeshi Catholic school

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AMY TURNER

On November 24, vandals attacked and looted the well-known Catholic institution, St. Gregory’s School and College in Old Dhaka.

A mob of 30 to 35 students executed the attack amidst ongoing street violence involving students from multiple colleges. The assault persisted for several hours, causing significant damage estimated at $100,000.

In response to the violence, school authorities have indefinitely suspended classes.

During the attack, the vandals severely damaged the school premises and office rooms. They assaulted two security guards and looted property. The attackers also set off crude bombs, causing panic among those present.

The violence is believed to have been triggered by clashes following the death of Abhijit Halder, a college student, on November 18. His death has been attributed to alleged negligence at Dhaka National Medical College and Hospital.

The interim government, led by the Yunus administration, has condemned the attacks, labelling them as politically motivated. Authorities have pledged to identify and arrest those responsible for the incident.

Artist Feature: The Erwins

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AMY TURNER

In the small town of Edgewood, Texas, a unique musical legacy continues through the harmonies of The Erwins, a Southern Gospel group composed of four siblings who have spent their entire lives on the road sharing their music.

Keith, Kody, Kris, and Katie Erwin grew up in a family where ministry and music were inseparable parts of daily life. Their father, a full-time evangelist for nearly five decades, brought his children along as he traveled across the United States, allowing them to develop their musical gifts from the moment they could speak.

For years, the three brothers performed as a trio until 2013, when their sister Katie joined them on stage, transforming The Erwins into a mixed group. Today, they maintain a demanding schedule of more than 270 performances annually at concerts, revivals, and conferences throughout the country.

Each member brings their own strengths to the group. Keith, who serves as the lead singer, balances his musical career with family life, having welcomed his son Landry Thomas in December 2020 with his wife Lindsey. When not performing, he finds time for fishing, golfing, and basketball.
Kody, married to Cayla and father to daughters Laney Brooke and Ivey Reign, handles the technical aspects of their performances, managing the sound system during shows. His off-stage interests mirror his brother’s, including fishing, golfing, and softball.

Kris, the group’s songwriter, wrote his first composition “Watch and See” in 2018. He creates the setlists for their performances and produces their lyric music videos. In his spare time, he enjoys movies, biking, and reading.

Katie, who married Logan Headrick in October 2022, manages the group’s social media presence. She maintains an interest in shopping and fashion trends when not traveling with her brothers.
“Singing is all we know and all we want to do,” Keith explains. “It’s our life and our joy to serve the Lord with the voices He has given us. We will gladly go through any door He chooses to open, no matter how big or small. We know the Lord doesn’t need us, but He chooses to use us, and for that we are thankful.”

This new generation of Southern Gospel performers from Edgewood continues to share their music, carrying forward a family tradition of ministry through song.