Illinois State Quartet Convention

It's called a "Quartet" Convention, and there were some great quartets there.  But there were also a number of trios and even a soloist participating.  


The Echoes sang Friday night as part of the 43rd Annual Illinois State Quartet Convention.  This 3-day event, held each year in Marion, Illinois, is arguably one of the most significant Southern Gospel singing events in the entire state of Illinois..


But irregardless of how many members a group had, the message of Jesus Christ was strongly proclaimed by  each of the participants.  


Ralph Brandon once again served as emcee for the evening, lending his humor and insight to the event.  Ralph can have you laughing 'til you cry one second and then immediately hit you between the eyes with the truth of the Gospel.


Our hosts, the Glorylanders and the Nehkorns, made us feel right at home.  And The Lester Family, the St. Louis-based and longest-tenured professional  family group in the Southern Gospel field, blessed the rest of us with their selection of songs, such as one of their recent hits, "Rocks Droppin'."


If you were there, you know the blessings that poured forth.  If you weren't there, then be sure to make plans to attend next year.