The Ball Brothers return to Northern Ireland

The Ball brothers will be returning to Northern Ireland as part of their 2012 European Tour.  The group will be performing across the country from April 10 – 17 2012. 

The Ball Brothers first came to notoriety in 2006 when they appeared on the Gaither Gospel Series video, “Get Away Jordon”, and their ministry has grown rapidly since then.  The group performs over 150 concerts per year across North America and Europe.  In 2010, their album, “Breakthrough” was nominated for Album of the Year by the Southern Gospel News. And in 2011 they were honoured to win the Favourite Horizon Group award from the Singing News magazine.  Their recently released music video of the song “It’s About The Cross”, has spread rapidly across the internet.

Three real-life brothers, Andrew, Daniel and Josh, along with their lifelong friend, Andy Tharp make up the vocalists in the group.  Cody McVey also travels with the Ball Brothers as pianist.  With their vast array of musical style, coupled with their distinctive, tight harmony, The Ball Brothers will capture the hearts of audiences of all ages.

For more information on The Ball brothers visit: www.theballbrothers.com

Concert dates for The Ball Brothers tour of Northern Ireland are – Thursday 12^th April at Glenmachan Church of God, Belfast and Saturday 14^th April at Wellington Presbyterian Church, Ballymena. Both concerts will commence at 7.30pm with doors opening at 6.45pm.

Tickets will cost £12.50 in advance and £15 at the door and can be purchased from Faith Mission Bookshops, Newtownards Evangelical Bookshop and on line from Glenmachan Church of God (www.glenmachan.org) & Cormont Music (www.cormontmusic.com) or any member of Solid Ground.

February Engagements

Sunday 5th - Iron Hall, Belfast
It was exactly one year since the last time Solid Ground made the visit to the Iron Hall in Belfast.  This time the guest speaker was Pastor David Scott from Coagh Baptist.  Solid Ground sang a number of pieces during a 20 minute slot in the service.  Next engagement Sunday 19th February at 7pm in Coagh Baptist Church.

January Engagements

Sunday 29th - Cliftonpark Avenue Baptist, Belfast

This was the first time that Solid Ground had the opportunity to be part of the ministry at Cliftonpark.  Having had to cancel the previous weeks engagement it was good to return to normal.  Pastor Jonny Pollock who is the resident Pastor at Cliftonpark Avenue Baptist was the speaker and was finishing a 5 month study on the New Testament book of James.  His subject was the 'Power of Prayer'.  Solid Ground sang 4 pieces and enjoyed some congregational singing as well.  Next engagement Sunday 5th February at the Iron Hall, Belfast at 7pm

Sunday 22nd - For the first time in 9 years Solid Ground had to cancel a booking due to sickness.  Apologies to the folks at Saintfield Baptist and thank you so much for your understanding. Please continue to pray for Solid Ground at this time of colds and flu etc.  Next engagement Sunday 29th January at Cliftonpark Avenue Baptist, Belfast at 7pm.  

Engagements January - June 2012

January
Sunday 22nd - Saintfield Baptist Church 7.00pm
Sunday 29th - Cliftonpark Avenue Baptist, Belfast 7.00pm
February
Sunday 5th - Iron Hall, Belfast 7.00pm
Sunday 19th - Coagh Baptist Church 7.00pm
Friday 24th - Ballee Baptist Missionary Weekend 8.00pm
March
Sunday 11th - Ballymena Congregational Church 6.30pm
Sunday 25th - Ballymoney Elim Church 7.00pm
April
Sunday 1st - Ballyclare Baptist Church 6.00pm
Tuesday 10th - 17th Ball Brothers USA (Full details later)
Sunday 22nd - Larne Mission Hall 7.00pm
Sunday 29th - Carryduff Free Presbyterian Church 7.00pm
May
Sat/Sun 12/13th - Preston, England
Sunday 27th - Lisburn Independent Methodist 6.30pm
June
Sunday 10th - Banbridge Baptist Church 6.30pm
Fri/Sat/Sun 22-24th - Bournemouth, England

Happy New Year from Solid Ground

Happy New Year from all at Solid Ground. Thank you for all your prayers and support in 2011 may you trust in the one who loves you and we praise God that our hope is in Christ alone. Please continue to uphold Solid Ground in prayer as we celebrate 9 years of sharing the gospel and start out on another year for Him. We look forward to another exciting year of serving the Master.

Ashley, David, Stephen & Wully

December Engagements

Sunday 4th - Cookstown Baptist Church

This time last year was the big snow fall but thankfully although it was quite cold out there was no snow as Solid Ground travelled to Cookstown.  Pastor Scott was the visiting speaker and spoke from Psalm 116.  Thanks for supper! Next engagement is Sunday 22nd January 2012 at 7pm in Saintfield Baptist Church.

November Engagements

Saturday 26th - Musical Evening - Hillsborough
The purpose of the musical evening at Hillsborough Free Presbyterian church (kindly granted) was to raise funds for the Norman Fox Missionary cause.  Those taking part were Mrs Alison Brown, Hillsborough Free Presbyterian Ladies Choir, Milltown Accordion Band & Solid Ground.  An offering for cause support raised almost £5,000 which will help support the work out in Romania.  Rev Fred Greenfield was the MC for the evening and he also sang a couple of solo pieces while playing the accordion.  Norman gave a report of the work in Romania and played a DVD which he had recorded during a recent visit.  Solid Ground sang 'Just A Little Talk', Without The Lord', Damascas Road', He'd Still Been God', 'Reason Enough' & 'Had It Not Been'.  Next engagement - Sunday 4th December 2011 at 7pm in Cookstown Baptist church
Sunday 20th - Ballee Baptist Church, Ballymena
It has been 6 months since Solid Ground sang at Ballee, the last time being at the annual Missionary Weekend in February.  On this occasion Pastor Jones was the speaker and Solid Ground sang "Love Was In The Room", "The Longer I Serve Him", "Thank God For Grace" & "When He Was On The Cross". Next engagement, Evening of Gospel Praise - Saturday 26th November 2011 at 7.30pm in Hillsborough Free Presbyterian Church (kindly granted).  A number of artists will be taking part and money raised on the night will support 'Taking the Gospel to eastern Europe'.
Sunday 6th - Dungannon Independent Methodist
Solid Ground always look forward to the trip to Dungannon.  Pastor Robert Maxwell spoke from John ch 1 v 35-37.  Solid Ground sang 5 pieces and as  always enjoyed supper provided by Mrs Maxwell - Thank you.  Next engagement - Sunday 20th November 2011 at 6.30pm in Ballee Baptist Church, Ballymena.
Wednesday 2nd - Banbridge Baptist Church

This was a Gospel Mission organised by the fellowship at Banbridge Baptist and taken by Mr Bertie Johnston.  The meeting was well attended and Solid Ground sang 4 pieces about the precious cross.  Mr Johnston spoke form Jeremiah Ch 38.  Next engagement - Sunday 6th November 2011 at 7pm in Dungannon Independent Methodist church.