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Southern Gospel Weekend in Oxford Alabama Returns!

It’s back! Southern Gospel Weekend, Oxford, Alabama presented by Donnie Williamson, Vonda Armstrong, and Rob Patz, cancelled this spring due to the Corona virus, is returning this fall.

Originally scheduled for March 19 – 21, 2020, Southern Gospel Weekend in Oxford Alabama has been rescheduled to September 3 –  5, 2020. Thursday night, September 3rd, is Veterans’ Night, saluting all first responders and veterans, and will begin at 6:30 p.m. Friday night and Saturday night concerts will begin at 6:00 p.m.

Southern Gospel Weekend will present Southern Country Grass, a combination of Southern gospel, Christian Country, and Bluegrass gospel music. A great mix of quartets, live bands, soloists and wonderful music, fellowship, and fun will be enjoyed at daytime showcases beginning at 9:00 a.m., and evening concerts.

On Saturday, the daytime showcase will take place in the number eight pavilion, the largest pavilion in the park area. It will be a Picnic/ Showcase beginning at 9:00 a.m. The park will be open all day on Saturday, offering a chance for good family fun in the outdoors, complete with fishing.

Rob Patz and Vonda Armstrong

Josh and Ashley Franks, Hope’s Journey, The Williamsons, Jessica Horton, New Ground, The Bibletones, ClearVision Quartet, MARK209, Eagle’s Wings,  and The Connells are just a few of the artists that will be appearing at Southern Gospel Weekend. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. for each evening concert and parking is free. You don’t want to miss this weekend packed with some of the best in gospel music with over 30 artists on the schedule. 

SGW will be held at the Oxford Civic Center. Accommodations are available at the host hotel, the Sleep Inn Oxford. Please call 256-770-4804 and mention that you are a guest of SGW for a special event rate.

 For more information, or VIP tickets, call 256-310-7892 or email vonda@sgnscoops.com. Visit the SGW Facebook page HERE. 

For more Gospel Music News, read the latest issue of the SGNScoops Magazine HERE.

Cancellation of Southern Gospel Weekend

Oxford, Alabama (March 16, 2020) — As the COVID-19 virus continues to spread in communities across Alabama and the United States, we have made the difficult but important decision to cancel the upcoming Southern Gospel Weekend, to be held in Oxford, Alabama, March 19-21, 2020.

Donnie Williamson, Vonda Armstrong, and Rob Patz, the SGW board, know the importance of having a faith-filled and encouraging family event at this time. However, the health and well-being of attendees and artists are paramount during this pandemic.

The Southern Gospel Weekend board will reschedule this event at the first opportunity when it is safe to do so. We hope and pray that each and every one of you remain safe and healthy during this unprecedented time of sickness and trial.

“Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.”Psalms 91:1 NIVUK

We pray you find peace and strength I  knowing that Jesus Christ is your rock and your salvation.

Thank you for your continued support.

For more information call Vonda Armstrong at (256) 310-7892 or visit HERE or email events@sgnscoops.com

Date Set For Southern Gospel Weekend 2020

Southern Gospel Weekend 2020

The date for Southern Gospel Weekend 2020 in Oxford AL has been set. Save the date for March 20th and 21st.

“We are very excited about this event every year. There will be some changes that will be announced later as well as the artist lineup for 2020,” states board member Vonda Easley Armstrong.

“Rob Patz, Donnie Williamson and myself are working hard to bring you an awesome lineup for two nights of great Southern Gospel,” adds Armstrong.

For now, write the date down in your calendar and stay tuned for more exciting updates about Southern Gospel Weekend in Oxford AL. You are not gonna want to miss SGW 2020.

Find Southern Gospel Weekend On Facebook HERE

First Day of Southern Gospel Weekend a blast!

Oxford, Ala. (March 22, 2019) – The first day of Southern Gospel Weekend was filled with numerous gospel artists and styles, from the Bluegrass sound of Eagle’s Wings to the Country gospel stylings of Tonja Rose and Jessica Horton. Fans began filling the auditorium at 5:00 p.m. and the excitement grew as the First Responders and Veterans began entering the hall, after a special private reception with the artists.

The Veterans Appreciation event began the evening with the presentation of the flags, followed by keynote speaker Ken Rollins, who honored the Veterans and First Responders for their service. Special music by Mark209 and Matthew Wilson of Eagles Wings.

The musical portion of the evening was very well received, with artists like Mercy Rain, the Williamsons, New Ground and ClearVision Quartet.

After the concert, many went to eat at Hubbard’s Off Main, where the Midnight Prayer portion was led by Tonja Rose.

We hope you enjoy the images we have captured for you.

Please note, for any that are in the Oxford, Ala., area:  All day Saturday there are events in the Civic Center. Most are free admission. Be sure to catch the Diamond Awards Top 10 big reveal.

For more information please call

SGW 2019 Thursday Mid Prayer. Tonja Rose

256-310-7892.

Top 10 Diamond Award Nominees announced tomorrow

The Top 10 nominees in the 2019 Diamond Awards will be announced live at a Finalist Reveal Party during the Southern Gospel Weekend event in Oxford, Alabama. Jean Grady of Gospel Music Today will be announcing the top ten finalists in each gospel music category on a Facebook Live Event, Saturday, March 23 at 2:00 p.m. (CST).

Southern Gospel Weekend will once again host the Reveal Party during the full schedule of events planned for the last day and evening of the festival.

Rob Patz and Jean Grady discuss the 2019 Diamond Awards.

Rob Patz, CEO of Coastal Media and owner of SGNScoops and the Diamond Awards, is thrilled to present the unveiling of nominees. “I’m excited to be able to unveil the names of these artists along with Jean. This is always one of my favorite parts of the voting process, to find out who our readers think are the very best in gospel music,” says Patz. “I hope everyone will be glued to SGNScoops’ Facebook page for the great reveal!”

All those in the Oxford, Ala., area are invited to come to the Oxford Civic Center for more great music tomorrow. General admission is free. Artists include Eagle’s Wings, the Connells, the Williamsons, the McKay Project, Jessica Horton, Day Three, Mercy Fell, Hope’s Journey, the Bibletones, Mark209, and the Diplomats. This great lineup starts at 5:00 pm following the 2:00 p.m. Finalist Reveal Party.

For more information, call 256-310-7892.

Southern Gospel Weekend will take place March 21 – 23, 2019

Southern Gospel Weekend will take place March 21 – 23, 2019

SGW and MAC Showcase
By Leslie McKay

Southern Gospel Weekend will take place March 21 – 23, 2019, at the Civic Center in Oxford,
Alabama. This free event will feature 25 gospel artists like Mark209, New Ground, Josh and
Ashley Franks, the Diplomats, the Williamsons, the Connells, ClearVision, Hope’s Journey and
many more. Call today to reserve a VIP Ticket or to inquire about the event: 256-310-7892.
Heroes Night will kickoff the event on Thursday night, March 21, 2019. The opening ceremonies
will honor Oxfords heroes, including all veterans, military and first responders. Evening
festivities will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, 2019. Everyone is invited to this free,
three day Southern gospel event, especially every veteran, military, or first responder. This will a
special time for them as Faith, Family, and Freedom are celebrated.
The three days will feature daytime showcases Friday and Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m. and
nightly concerts at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, March 23, will feature a breakfast with ClearVision
Quartet at 8:00 a.m. Tickets for this pancake and sausage meal, music and message by Pastor
Donald DeLee are only $10 and may be reserved by contacting Steve Dover or Suzanne Peoples
on Facebook.

M.A.C. Records to host showcase at Southern Gospel Weekend
Southern Gospel Weekend is just a few weeks away. Mark your calendar for March 21 – 23 and
make plans to be in Oxford, Ala. at the Oxford Civic Center. The weekend will be full of great
music. One of the highlights of the weekend will be the M.A.C. Records Showcase on Saturday,
March 23 rd beginning at 12:30 p.m.
“Leslie and I are very excited about M.A.C. Records being a part of Southern Gospel Weekend
this year. We are looking forward to the showcase and the opportunity to share the M.A.C. artists
with the folks at Southern Gospel Weekend. We have a great group of artists that we believe in
and are very proud of. We hope everyone will make plans to check out the M.A.C. showcase on
Saturday,” comments Dennis McKay, Owner of M.A.C. Records.
Artists of M.A.C. Records

Jesse Reece from Ethelsville, Ala. – Christian country singer/songwriter signed with M.A.C.
Records. His newest self-titled project, “Jesse Reece,” has been released and features all original
songs written by Jesse with one song being co-written with Gerald Crabb. Jesse is a musician,
singer and speaker that reaches across all generations and touches the hearts of all people from
the youngest to the oldest. Check him out on Facebook at Jesse Reece @jesse.reece.7.
Jessica Horton from Columbus, Miss. – Americana/Roots singer/songwriter signed with M.A.C.
Records. Jessica made her debut at the 2018 Vernon event and has been going strong since last

year with radio releases and appearances at various events. She is in the studio finalizing her first
project, “Both Feet In,” that is scheduled for release in spring of this year. Her current radio
single, “Pictures,” is currently in both the Christian country and Southern gospel charts. Check
her out online at www.jessicahortonmusic.com or connect with her on Facebook at
@jessicahortonmusic.
McKay Project from Columbus, Miss. – Award winning Americana and Christian country duet
signed with M.A.C. Records (they own M.A.C. Records and Studio 115A in Columbus, Miss.).
Dennis and Leslie McKay are a husband and wife duo that love Jesus, love each other, and love
performing live music. McKay Project’s newest radio single, “Love You Like Mary,” is
climbing the Christian country charts. You can find them on You Tube and all the major music
outlets. Check them out on Facebook @mckayproject.

Carol Barham from Vernon, Ala. – Christian country singer/songwriter signed with M.A.C.
Records. Carol has written a number of songs that have appeared in both the Christian country
and Southern gospel charts. Her newest single, “God, Oral Roberts and Billy Graham,” is
climbing the charts and quickly becoming a fan favorite. Carol is in the studio working on new
music and is scheduled to have a new project available later this year. You can find her music
online at all the major music outlets. Find her on Facebook at Carol Barham Ministries
@carolbarhamministries.

Rhonda Richardson from Columbus, Miss. – Rhonda is the newest addition to the M.A.C.
Records family. She just launched her solo ministry this year. Previously, Rhonda was co-
founder of the group, Trinity 3, and enjoyed five great years traveling, singing, and doing
ministry with the group. She is currently working on her first solo project at Studio 115A in
Columbus with Dennis McKay of M.A.C. Records. Check her out on Facebook at Rhonda
Richardson Ministries @rhondarichardsonministries.

Kenny Gardner from Columbus, Miss. – Southern gospel and Christian country singer signed
with M.A.C. Records. Known to many as “Kenny G” and that happens to be the name of his
latest project: “They Call Me Kenny G.” Kenny is a powerhouse singer that has been around
Southern gospel music all of his life. His style reminds many of the late Kenny Hinson who was
a dear friend to Kenny Gardner. Check him out on Facebook at Kenny Gardner
@kenny.gardner.334.

Amy Richardson from Starkville, Miss. – Powerful southern gospel singer/songwriter with
M.A.C. Records. Her original song, “Sweet Whispers”, has remained in the charts for several
months. She and her husband, Bobby, own New Journey Radio and stay busy traveling and
sharing the gospel through music and the word. She is on Facebook at Richardson Ministries
@richardsonministry.

For more information about M.A.C. Records, visit them on Facebook at M.A.C. Records/Studio
115A (@musicstudio115a) or email info@macrecords.net. For more information about Southern
Gospel Weekend events and lodging contact Vonda Easley at 256-310-7892.

Rob Patz says Thank You in latest SGNScoops

January 2019 SGNScoops Magazine

2019 January SGNScoops Publisher’s Point

By Rob Patz

Happy New Year! Starting a new season is a great time to reflect on the terrific friends I have who have walked with me for years, those I have met along the way in the last 12 months, and the new ones I look forward to getting to know in 2019.

Many of you I have met through SGNScoops Magazine, Creekside Gospel Music Convention, Christian Country Expo, Southern Gospel Weekend, or Coastal Media. Though we may have begun as work associates, you have become my friends and many of you have become my prayer partners.

Thank you all for your support and prayers over the last year. Through the good times and the bad, you have been there for me, upholding me with your prayers, words of comfort and texts of support.

I know that 2019 is going to be even better as we follow in the Lord’s steps together. Thank you for your friendship.

God bless you in this brand new year.

I want to invite you to come join us at Southern

Rob Patz

Gospel Weekend in Oxford, Alabama, on March 21 – 23, 2019. We will enjoy three great days of gospel music in Alabama. We want you to be there and enjoy worship and fellowship with us!

Also, make plans to be a part of Creekside Gospel Music Convention 2019, Oct. 27 – 31, for five incredible nights and four great days of gospel music in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. We are going to have a terrific time and we want you to be there. Email me for details about either of these events, or how the Lord is changing your life, at rob@sgnscoops.com.

This is the Publisher’s Point for January 2019.
By Rob Patz

For more Gospel Music news Read the latest issue of the SGNScoops Magazine HERE.

Southern Gospel Weekend 2019

Creekside Gospel Music Convention 2019

Listen To Today’s Gospel Music Here

Southern Gospel Weekend To Be Featured On Andrew Brunet and Friends

Southern Gospel Weekend 2019 to be featured on Andrew Brunet and Friends

(January 27, 2019) — Andrew Brunet and Friends is honored to have the opportunity to spotlight Southern Gospel Weekend, on Jan. 29, 2019. Southern Gospel Weekend is an event that takes place in Oxford, Alabama on March 21 – 23. The show will feature special call-in interviews with Rob Patz, publisher of SGNScoops; the Connells, Clearvision Quartet, the Williamsons, McKay Project and many more.

Andrew Brunet, TV show host shares this: “You will definitely want to tune in as it will give great insight on what Southern Gospel Weekend is all about and give you a sneak peek on the artists that will be performing there. Special thanks to Rob Patz of SGN Scoops for giving us a chance to help promote such an awesome event.”

Andrew Brunet

The episode will air on Tuesday evening, January 29th, 2019, from 7-9 PM on BikerTV.org, as well as Roku, on the BikerTV Channel.

To find out more information about Andrew Brunet and Friends, you can visit their Facebook page.

Find out more about Southern Gospel Weekend HERE.

Eagle’s Wings Return To Southern Gospel Weekend 2018

Eagle’s Wings Returns To Southern Gospel Weekend 2018

Eagle’s Wings is a Bluegrass/Southern Gospel band that hails from Jasper, Ala. The group consists of members Darryle Wilson, Debbi Wilson, Matt Wilson, Kevin Chambers and Jacob Patterson.

Darryle and Debbi performed secular music before they became Christians and then formed the group, Family Circle. In 2008, this band began performing under the name of Eagle’s Wings. If you like Bluegrass family harmony, you will love Eagle’s Wings.

Darryle is the patriarch of the group and has always been involved in music. He grew up in the church where his dad was a deacon and his mother was the head of the women’s group. He was involved in music in high school and college and was faithful to the church until he went to college and got out of the habit of going to church.

Darryl married Debbi Busby, and they got involved in Country Music until 1979. After many visits from a member of the local church where they lived, he rededicated his life to the Lord, and about a month later, Debbi did the same. That is when they began attending church and started singing Gospel Music.
Come hear this awesome group at SGW 2018!

Join Us For Southern Gospel Weekend March 1 – 3 2018 In Oxford AL Call For More Information 360 933 0741 or 256 310 7892

Southern Gospel Weekend Program Paper

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