This is the March 28th, 2005 edition of Glory2Glory Christian Music E-zine!, a contemporary Christian music & modern Worship newsletter distributed to Christian and Worship music enthusiasts via the World Wide Web.  If you would like a FREE subscription with the latest issue sent to your inbox each week, e-mail glory2gloryezine@....

In some good news this week, NBC-TV continues it’s “faith-themed” programming; Christian music hits the mainstream in Europe; PLUMB is a new mommy; DONNIE MCCLURKIN announces his retirement; RELIENT K strikes Gold; CHRIS TOMLIN makes radio history; upcoming concerts in the Southwest; new album releases; Top 10 Things That Has Taken Me Almost 50 Years to Learn; and much more!

IN THE NEWS:  It looks as if the latest “theme” at NBC-TV is “faith”, as the “Peacock Network” is developing several series with Spiritual concepts.  Glory2Glory reported last week that AMY GRANT was named as the host of “Three Wishes,” a weekly NBC program where the pioneering Christian singer will lead a team of experts to a small town to help make changes in the lives of three of its residents.  Now NBC-TV is developing a drama entitled "The Book of Daniel," where a “struggling” Episcopal minister named Daniel Webster (Aidan Quinn) wrestles with family issues and a dependence on prescription pills.  In the series Webster comes in contact with the Lord Himself (newcomer Garrett Dillahunt) in the form of a modern-day private counselor.  Also starring in the series which is projected for the 2005-2006 season is veteran actress Ellen Burstyn as Daniel's church superior. 

NBC is unveiling the first of it’s "faith-based" programming—a mini-series based on the apocalyptic prophecies given in the Book of Revelation—on April 13th.  “Revelations” runs for six episodes and “follows the efforts of Sister Josepha Montifiore, a globe-trotting nun played by Natascha McElhone, and Dr. Richard Massey, a Harvard astrophysicist played by Bill Pullman, to determine whether the end of the world is indeed near.”  The network promises that “Revelations” (written by David Seltzer, the producer of the 1970's horror film, “The Omen") will be a “far cry from the uplifting tone and reserved brand of spirituality found in prime-time offerings like ‘Touched by an Angel,’ ‘Highway to Heaven’ or ‘Joan of Arcadia.’" <><

A song about the crucifixion of Jesus Christ is one of the hottest tunes on the radio in Europe.  "Crucifying You," performed by the group RAINDOWN, is an International hit featureing lyrics that speak explicitly of Christ and of the singer's relationship with Him:  "Although I am crucifying you again and again, You forgive me the wrongs I do, You forgive me."  Also a music video is being widely played on several International television networks.  According to Manuel de Teffe of Shineout Productions, who produced the video, "There are musicians and groups all over the world that are dedicating their music essentially to a mission of new evangelization." <><

SOUNDBYTES:  Singer Tiffany Arbuckle Lee (a.k.a. PLUMB) is a new mother, giving birth to a healthy 6 lb. 6 ½ oz. boy on March 22nd.  You can see pictures of the new baby, Solomon Fury Lee, and send congratulations at the proud parents’ website, www.thecrazylees.com. <>< DONNIE MCCLURKIN has announced he will leave his record label after his contract with Verity Records ends in 2006.  The pastor/founder of Perfected Faith Church in Freeport, New York plans to concentrate on “nurturing” his growing thousand-member flock and eventually record with his church choir. <>< The Canton, Ohio CCM band RELIENT K has been awarded a Gold Record by the RIAA for their 2003 release, “Two Lefts Don’t Make A Right… But Three Do.”  The album has also previously received a Grammy nomination and GMA Dove Award for “Modern Rock Album Of The Year.” <>< Songwriter/Worship leader CHRIS TOMLIN has made radio history with the first two singles from his latest project, “Arriving,” hitting the Top 10 charts simultaneously.  “Indescribable” and “Holy Is The Lord” join other Worship anthems written by Tomlin including “Forever,” “We Fall Down,” “The Wonderful Cross,” and “Famous One.” <>< In an unique way to increase church attendance, Christ’s Church of the Valley in Peoria, Arizona is giving away tickets to see U2 in concert on April 15th in Glendale, Arizona! <>< Brian “Head” Welch, who recently quit the heavy metal band Korn to pursue a relationship with Jesus Christ, has a new website up and running (Headtochrist.com).  In an interview on the new official site, Welch says, "I'm at peace with myself, and instead of being afraid of my own shadow, I fear nothing but the Lord…He is the quarterback and I am the football." <>< After nearly a three-year hiatus from recording, CRYSTAL LEWIS will release “See” on May 3rd, co-produced by Lewis and “electro-rocker” Jyro Xhan (Mortal, Fold Zandura). <><

UPCOMING CONCERTS & EVENTS IN THE SOUTHWEST:

April 1st - “Women Of Faith” conference with Chonda Pierce, Sandi Patty, & Sheila Walsh--CenturyTel Center, Bossier City, LA

April 2nd - The Swift--Underground, Bossier City, LA

April 9th – Michael W. Smith, Selah & Watermark--Mississippi Coliseum, Jackson, MS

April 16th – Skillet--River City Centroplex, Baton Rouge, LA

April 22nd - Steven Curtis Chapman, Casting Crowns, & Chris Tomlin--Cajundome, Lafayette, LA

April 27th – “the un-done tour” with MercyMe, Jeremy Camp, The Afters, & Monk & Neagle--Monroe Civic Center Arena, Monroe, LA (for more info, call 318-680-2609)

April 28th - Wayne Watson--First Baptist, Minden, LA

May 6th - Nicole C. Mullen & George Huff--First Baptist, West Monroe, LA

May 13th – Gaither Homecoming Tour--Mississippi Coliseum, Jackson, MS

May 20th - Todd Agnew--Meadow Grove Baptist, Brandon, MS

June 6th - Denver and the Mile High Orchestra--Broadmore Baptist, Shreveport, LA

(For the latest concert information, visit www.glory2gloryproductions.com)

UPCOMING CCM, GOSPEL, & VIDEO RELEASES:

March 29th…

Thousand Foot Krutch--The Art of Breaking (Tooth & Nail Records)

Superchic[k]--Beauty From Pain (InPop Records)

Kimberly Perry--[untitled] (Forefront Records)

4th Avenue Jones--Stereo {The Evolution of HipRockSoul} (Gotee Records)

Extol--The Blueprint Dives (Solid State Records)

Steven Curtis Chapman--Abbey Road Sessions/The Walk [CD/DVD] (Sparrow Records)

Mae--The Everglow (Tooth & Nail Records)

Various--X2005 (BEC Recordings)

Living Sacrifice--In Memoriam (Tooth & Nail Records)

Micah Stampley--The Songbook of Micah (EMI Gospel)

Steve Green--The Adventures Of Prayer Bear (Vol. 1, 2 & 3) [DVD] (Sparrow Records)

Out of Eden—Hymns (Gotee Records)

April 5th…

Anointed--Now Is The Time (Sony Gospel/Integrity Gospel)

J Silas--Silas Breaks the Silence (Cross Movement Records)

Las Vegas Mass Choir--Mass Appeal (Street Gospel Music)

Terry MacAlmon--You're My Glory - Live Worship (INO Records)

Various--Vintage Worship: Ancient of Days (Hosanna! Music/Integrity Music)

Various--Vintage Worship: Give Thanks (Hosanna! Music/Integrity Music)

Various--Vintage Worship: More Precious Than Silver (Hosanna! Music/Integrity Music)

Various--WOW #1s [CD/DVD] (EMI CMG/Word Entertainment)

Paul Wilbur--The Watchman (Integrity Music/Hosanna! Music)

Women Of Faith--Extraordinary Faith-Celebrating 10 Extraordinary Years (Integrity Music)

Women Of Faith--Faith For A Lifetime, Hymns of Extraordinary Faith (Integrity Music)

CHUCK’S CHUCKLES:

Top 10 Things That Has Taken Me Almost 50 Years to Learn--

10. You will never find anybody who can give you a clear and compelling reason why we observe daylight-savings time (“Spring ahead” this weekend!)

 9. The most powerful force in the universe is “gossip”.

 8. People who want to share their religious views with you almost never want you to share yours with them.

 7. If you had to identify, in one word, the reason why the human race has not achieved its full potential, that word would be "meetings."

 6. The main accomplishment of almost all organized protests is to annoy people who are not in them.

 5. You should not confuse your career with your life.

 4. A person, who is nice to you, but rude to the waiter, is not a nice person.

 3. No matter what happens, somebody will find a way to take it too seriously.

 2. Your friends love you, anyway.

 1. Nobody cares if you can't dance well…just get up and dance!

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