July 07, 2006  –  A New Beginning From Rockford, IL – A New Beginning is a fantastic band!!! They have been here before; we are looking forward to hearing them praise the Lord agaim Come on out and welcome them back!!!!!

July 14, 2006  –  Jason Paul Peterson From Wisconsin via Maryland – This is something new and different for "the Cup"! American concert pianist Jason Paul Peterson has been described as "a national phenomenon" (The Milwaukee Journal). His latest CD was released in July 2005 on the Sospiro label.

Recent performances have included solo recitals in Vienna, London, Coventry, Milwaukee, Rochester, Chicago, Cleveland, Phoenix, Guadalajaa, Denver, Baltimore, Raleigh and Austin, among others. In addition to traditional concert venues, Mr. Peterson is committed to bringing the power of great music to chhurch audiences and schools.

He is currently enrolled in the Doctor of Music program at the Peabody Conservatory, where he holds an assistantship in piano teaching.

This will be an amazing evening of God honoring classical music. Jason believes great music can touch people in a profound way, and he wants to share that with our group. DO NOT MISS THIS!! Come on out and bring your friends!
Check out his website: www.jasonpeterson.net

July 21, 2006  –  "goodbye" From Spring Grove, IL – "goodbye" is new to "the Cup". This band is thrilled to have this opportunity to serve God through music. They are really looking forward to playing and ministering to those who need Him and those who need spiritual encouragement. We are always excited to meet new people who want to give the glory to God. Make a date to be with us to meet these new friends in Christ.

July 28, 2006  –  The Chris Shepherd Band From St. Louis, MO – The Chris Shepherd band is a Blues Band made up of the finest musicians around, including Chris, Dave, Jon and Matt. They are back by popular Demand, here to officially open our ROCK ON THE ROCK weekend. They play mostly original music with some of the lyrics written by Chris' wife Terri.

The Chris Shepherd band is on a mission to "use the blues to spread the news." Traveling throughout the Midwest the band uses music to touch lives with a positive message of faith, hope and love. The guys are from the St. Louis, MO area and include Chris Shepherd on guitar and vocals, Jon Hedgecorth on bass and vocals and Dave Kelewae on drums and percussion. Their newest member is Matthew Baute. While the band is well known for their blues music there is a wide variety of beautiful acoustic songs and straight ahead rock-n-roll. At the heart of it all is the undeniable messago of Christ. The band's main goal is to invite all people both churched and unchurched into a closer relationship with out Lord Jesus. All the guys have committed their time, talents and resources to minister in the inner city of North St. Louis. It's all about great music with a great message that crosses racial, generational and denominational boundaries.
Check out their website: www.chrisshepherdband.com

Saturday July 29, 2006 and Sunday July 30, 2006  –  ROCK ON THE ROCK  –  2 days, 12 bands, 24 hours of God honoring, spirit charging fun. Spread the Word...bring your friends. Join us for food, fun, fellowship... and, of course, some AMAZING music!!!!

Once again, we will be at the new area at Riverside Park. There will be refreshments available for purchase, great bands throughout the day, kiaraoke for the audience between bands... This will be a fun time for all. Please make plans now to join us for at least part of the day on Saturday or Sunday. Better ye, block off both days...

just think: amazing Free entertainment, reasonably priced food, wonderful friends...

you will never find a better way to spend a summer weekend!!