Squire Parsons, well-known native West Virginian gospel singer and writer of many gospel music songs, will be in concert at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30 at Greenbrier Valley Church of the Nazarene in Fairlea.
Parsons was born in Newton and was introduced to music by his father, who was minister of music at Newton Baptist Church. He has serv-ed as an interim music director, church soloist, elementary school music teacher, and high school band director. In 1975 he became the baritone singer for the Kingsmen Quartet, after which he went into solo ministry in 1979.
In addition to his ministry as a gospel singer, Parsons is also a songwriter. In 1981 his song “Sweet Beulah Land” was voted “Favorite Song of the Year” by Singing News.
In 1999 he was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Association’s Hall Of Fame in Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
Greenbrier Valley Church of the Nazarene is located at Davis Stuart Road and Dawkins Drive, approximately one-half mile south of Greenbrier Valley Medical Center in Fairlea. The Rev. Glen Thaxton is pastor.
Life!
Squire Parsons to perform in Fairlea
- Life!
-
-
A Hero’s Welcome
Technically, it wasn’t a flight, it was a ride. But by the time a busload of World War II, Korea and Vietnam veterans clambered down to see their respective memorials in Washington D.C., emotions soared.
- New River Community and Technical College to offer 6-week metal art class
- Children’s Fishing Derby planned
- Tamarack to begin review process for next jury session
- Carnegie Hall seeking teaching proposals
-
Sold: Steve Davis can sell just about anything
Steve Davis of New River Auction and Sales located near Ansted in Fayette County is a natural when it comes to selling furniture, appliances, antiques, glassware, pottery, coins, memorabilia and other quality merchandise.
- Bearing a cross, easier than a grudge
- 'Fanning the Flame' marriage seminar will kick off Sunday
-
They’ve got that swing
Music and movement — it takes the two … to tango, tap, twirl or tutu. School of Harmony Inc. in Beaver had the music part down pat. Over the last five years, the school has grown to in excess of 250 music students, learning everything from piano to clarinet. The instructors are set to go mobile, converting the old Raleigh County Public Library Bookmobile into a Music Mobile, a traveling classroom for teaching underserved students in rural areas. But amid the progress, there was something missing…
-
Daughters helping daughters
Women are daughters, each of us. That’s how Tammy Jordan, inspirational author, agriculturist and business owner, views it. So much so, she’s sharing her bounty with women unaccustomed to walking through doorways to opportunity.
- More Life! Headlines
-
Officials: Tsarnaev Friend Linked to Slaying
Obama:Sexual Assault Threatens Trust in Military
Bridge Collapse Survivor: 'Rough Day'
Jersey Shore Open for Business
Raw: Memorial Day Flags Placed at Arlington
New Wheelchair Lift Promises More Access
First Person: Mom Discusses Famous Tornado Photo
Raw Video: Washington State Bridge Collapse
Boy Scouts Approve Plan to Accept Gay Boys
Officials: Truck Hit Bridge Before Collapse
Sheriff: No Sign Killing of 2 Kids Was Planned
Obama Defends Drone Strikes, With Limits
Raw: Jurors Deadlock on Jodi Arias Penalty
Boy Scouts Decision "First Step" Say Activists
Raw: Utah Teen Arrested in Death of His Brothers
Closer Look at Okla. School Where Children Died
Two Suspects in Murder Known to London Police
"Be Ready": NOAA Warns of Busy Hurricane Season
SeaWorld: Penguins Are Coolest Thing in Florida
