More Than Words with Chuck Butler, Part 2 Episode #306

Hi Everybody, Wow! We had more response to the interview with Chuck Butler Part one, then any episode for quite a while! Thank you so much! I believe you’ll enjoy the second part of our interview on Episode #306, as we recall the early days of the Jesus revolution. You’ll hear stories and songs again from Chuck Butler, founder of the band PARABLE.

Peter James and John, Song For The Church, Come Untangled, a special tribute to the late Bill Sprouse with Psalm 5 and much more. Little did I know that the timeliness of these two episodes would help celebrate PARABLE’s 50th anniversary LIVE concert!!

To all of my special friends who helped to underwrite this episode, thanks!! You’re very important to this ministry and I pray others will join your ranks.

More Than Words with Chuck Butler, Episode #305

Hi Everybody,

The days of the Jesus Revolution are close at hand again. I can feel it and after talking with my friend Chuck Butler from the Jesus music band PARABLE, I am most certain!! His conversation may just stir you up too!!

You’ll hear classics from LOVESONG, FRED FIELDS, KAREN LAFFERTY, COUNTRY FAITH AND PARABLE and the late TOM STIPE. This show will give you some real insight on what happened back in the Jesus music era.

Special thanks to key supporters Steven Weyhrich, Paul French, Bob Henninger, Scott Powell, Paul French, Craig Dinsmore, Joshua Innman and many more for their continued encouragement. Thanks!! Remember to do your part with them for this listener supported radio ministry…looking back to where it all began.

Names Of God, Episode #304

Hi everybody,

On this Full Circle I’m featuring songs about the names of God. There’s a lot more than you know and a lot of early Jesus Music songs, incorporated those names in the title or lyrics. There are just so many ways we can thank him for all he has been to us with the description of these names!

I’ll feature songs like The Prince Song, 2nd Chapter Of Acts, King Of The Jews, Phil Keaggy, The Lord Is My Shepherd from the late Keith Green, Cornerstone, Leon Patillo, and of course El Shaddai from Amy Grant and many other songs!! Be sure and listen and you’ll see what a mighty God we serve!

Special thanks again to all my new supporters for helping underwrite this episode. The inspiration for this show came from Baron Wiley, who also picked out the songs! Thanks Baron.

Thanks everyone!

Flow River Flow, with special guest Erick Nelson, Part 2, Episode #303

Hi everybody, I think I must’ve said once in the show that there was so many things we could’ve talked about with Eric Nelson, I could’ve probably done a 3d episode. On Episode #303, we’re talking some time to highlight the concept album called THE MISFIT, featuring Erick Nelson and Michele Pillar. There are great songs and great stories on this episode that I think you’ll enjoy.

You’ll hear songs like PICKING UP THE PIECES, HE GAVE ME LOVE, GOOD NEWS and STAND as well as song from THE MISFIT project!

Blessed to be supported by a few friends who underwrote this show. Thanks.

Flow River Flow, with special guest Erick Nelson, Part 1, Episode #302

Hi Everybody,

My special guest on FULL CIRCLE, Episode #302, is Erick Nelson, member of the bands SELAH and GOOD NEWS and the creator of the classic project, THE MISFIT. One of the early true pioneers of Jesus Music!!

On Part #1 of my interview with Erick, you’ll hear about his early influences in Christian music and songs like Set My Spirit Free, Jesus Is Calling, He Lives, Flow River Flow an many more of his unforgettable compositions. I believe you’ll enjoy listening to him share memories of where it all began.

Special thanks goes to my many contributors (we could use a few more) like Steven Weyhrich, Paul French, Bob Henninger, Scott Powell, Karen Wheelock, Craig Dinsmore, Joshua Innman and many more for their continued encouragement. Thanks!!

GO! Episode #301

Hi Everybody, Here we go…starting out the next 100 episodes!! Just go to www.fullcirclejesusmusic.com and click 250-present and give a listen.

So, there’s a spoiler alert for this show, as it could be one of the most challenging of the 300 plus shows, I’ve produced. But, I think you’ll understand. Bottom line, there are many things that Jesus said as he taught his disciples. Some things they did not understand and other things would clearly come with a cost to obey. It’s the same now as well, but what Jesus commanded hasn’t changed.

With special thanks to Joshua Inman and Tim Pyles, who suggested the songs for this show, you’ll hear from Twila Paris, Dallas Holm, Steve Camp, White Heart and Petra, the late Keith Green and others. I pray you will listen and consider the message in the songs. It could change the course of your life!!

As always, I’m grateful for the support of my listeners for this radio ministry. Thanks!!

“300” Episode #300

Hi Everybody,

300 has been produced! It’s hard for even me to believe, but this is the 300th Episode of FULL CIRCLE!! I’m so grateful for so many of you that have been part of the community. Steven Weyhrich, Paul French, Craig Dinsmore, Tom Tatlow, Denzel Polliock, Angelo Phillips, Joshua Inman, Gregory Lord, David Fleser, Bob Henninger, Glenn Christiansen and so many, many more who have been faithful to pray and support this ministry!! Thank you!!

Others have asked how much time and finance does each episode cost. Well, I can’t really say but usually 8 hours is required to write, pick out songs, record, edit, publish on the website, post and maintain the internet site, promote, licensing, etc, etc. I don’t charge per hour. I’m not salaried and the show is free to all. Whatever you send helps cover it all. That’s about it.

On Episode 300 you’ll hear from early pioneers of Jesus music, Paul Clark, Phil Keaggy, Randy Stonehill, Chuck Girard, Honeytree, the late Keith Green and more. Give a listen and feel free to share with others!

Enjoy and thanks for hanging out with me on radio stations and multiple internet sites for all these episodes!!

What’s Holding You Back? Episode #299

Hi Everybody,

Ever really feel stuck? You want to go forward and everything seems to be holding you back. That’s what we’ll look at through the songs on this episode of FULL CIRCLE.

I’ll feature songs from Bob Bennett, Daniel Amos, Allies, and even Margaret Becker and the late Mark Heard give insight into the dilemma we get ourselves into at times. The good news is that there is a way out of this holding pattern, I think you’ll find God will give you the will to make the shift.

Grateful for all of your support and prayers for this radio ministry. Thanks.

Lay Down Your Stones

Hi Everybody,

It’s the beginning of a new year and a great time to get back to the basics. On Episode #298, I’ll be recalling songs and stories that will help remind us of the importance of laying down all offense and un-forgiveness.

You’ll hear from Mark Farner, Phil Keaggy, Steve Taylor, Love Song and the late Keith Green and Mylon LeFevre and more. Each song will encourage you to let go, forgive and lay down your stones. It will make for a much better season for you, believe me!! Several folks suggested songs for this episode. Thank you Jeanne Bigelow, Tim Pyles and others!

Support for the show is down a bit over winter. Jump on board if you’d like to help sponsor the next episode. Thanks!

Christmas songs of hope, songs of joy

Hi Everybody,

It’s that time of the year when we reflect on the songs of hope, songs of joy. So many early Jesus music artists recorded songs and albums back in the day. You’ll hear from Terry Talbot, Kelly Willard, Barry McGuire, Crystal Lewis, Scott Wesley Brown and many more on this episode. Merry Christmas everyone!!

It’s been a joy to make new friends, take your requests, research and find and then play the songs you’ve been wanting to hear. Thanks for your prayers and support for this ministry. If you can send a Christmas gift towards the next episode, it’s tax exempt at www.fullcirclejesusmusic.com, using the donate button. Thanks so much and have a wonderful Christmas time!