Mark Roach

October 18, 2012

Beautiful Truth Independent Independent artist/songwriter and worship leader Mark Roach has released his first independent EP, “Beautiful Truth.” Roach’s debut CD “Every Reason Why” came

Hootie & the Blowfish drummer, songwriter uses talent for God

September 27, 2012

It wasn’t the massive success of Hootie & the Blowfish that led drummer and songwriter Jim Sonefeld away from God. He never made an outright

‘Default standard’ contemporary worship style may not be only option for success

September 20, 2012

It’s a recurring scenario in America’s Christian congregations. As members grapple with their church’s future — eager to increase attendance or renew spiritual energy —

Organ provides ‘thrilling sound’ with ‘soul’

September 20, 2012

There are times, Shaun King said, when worship music should be energetic, light or joyful. That’s when instruments like pianos, drums and guitars do the

No single worship style trumps another, state leaders say

September 20, 2012

It is an unchallenged assumption. Churches with a casually dressed preacher and guitar- and drum-driven worship songs are essential to a vibrant church, and if

FBC Cedar Bluff sees 4-generation family in choir

September 13, 2012

At First Baptist Church, Cedar Bluff, the Bedwells — Venice, Billy Ray, Matthew and Matison — hold the distinction of representing four generations. And all