Shepherds (1986-Present)

History

The Shepherds have been a mainstay in gospel music since the 1980’s. They were formed out of Sandersville, GA and have traveled for years ministering the gospel through song. Their family harmony and progressive sound is re-defining gospel music for future generations. The Shepherds are extremely excited about their latest recording, “Believe,” which was over 2 years in the making. Although their roots are primarily Southern Gospel, this new album features a variety of styles of Christian music that will connect with a diverse group of audiences. The Shepherds perform mostly original material written by group member Debra Shepherd. Debra has not only become a respected writer for The Shepherds, but she has also had many songs to be released nationwide and into other countries such as: Ireland, Honduras, Africa, and Russia. Many mainstream southern gospel artists have also recorded her songs including The Freemans, The McKameys, The Hoppers, The Hoskins Family, The Inspirations, and The Kingsmen just to name a few.

Some of the songs made popular by The Shepherds that have reached national chart status include “A Friend of God,” “It’ll Be Hard Not Cry,” “A Black Heart,” “On My Knees,” “I Am Here,” “Move Oh Mountain,” and their signature song “There’s A Miracle in the Making.”

The Shepherds have appeared on many prestigious stages such as SGM FanFair, The National Quartet Convention, Church of God General Assembly, and Wild Adventures Theme Park. The Shepherds perform in churches, auditoriums, theaters, and have had many television appearances including T.B.N - Praise The Lord, Daystar Television Network‘s Celebration, TCT, and many other media networks. They have firmly established their place in Gospel Music.

The Shepherds Award accomplishments include nominations for the SGM FanFair/Us Gospel “Mixed Group of the Year,” and SGM FanFair “Young Excelling Individual,” awarded to Jonathan Shepherd. They also received the nomination for SGM “Band of the Year.” Group member Debra Shepherd was also much honored to receive the Georgia Songwriters Award.

The Shepherds are a family affair with group members, Quint & Debra Shepherd, son Jonathan and his wife April Shepherd, twin daughters Haley Underwood and Hope Head, Debra’s sister Sheri Haynes, and their cousin Wendell Smith. It is the entire group’s desire to reach the lost and give the audience something they can take with them to face life’s challenges.

Discography

1986 A Friend Of God (Dove Music): I Plead The Blood; A Friend Of God; If God Fails Me This Time; Come See A Man; Keep On Keeping On; It Won't Be Long; I'm A Soldier Today; A Great Big God; Holy Ghost Explosion; Why Don't My People Praise Me Anymore.

1990 Love Offerings (Dove Music): He's My Guiding Light; There's A Miracle In The Making; We're Fixing To Leave; Only The Holy Shall Enter In; He's Still In Business; On Some Ordinary Day Like Today; I Am Ready; I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me; I Believe In Prayer; When It All Winds Up.

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1991 Alive In The Spirit (Dove Music/DOV-191): I'm Saved; I'll Make It A Matter Of Prayer; Promise You'll Meet Me There; I Can't Lose For Winning; Weary With The Waiting; I'd Rather Know; Till The Morning Comes; He Will Return; I Was Glad When They Said.

1994 Pure Ministry (Dove Music): Say the Word; It'll Be Hard Not To Cry; The Sooner The Better; Always There For Me; Let God Be God; Give Me The Trumpet; The Good News Is; This Heavenly Highway; There's Still Time For A Miracle; Fill Me With Your Spirit.

1996 Blessings (Dove Music): I'll See What John Saw; God Will Never Run Out Of Blessings; A Black Heart; I Will; In His Hands; Movin' On Up To The Eastern Sky; I Have No Intentions; Mama's Prayers; The Last Days; I Want To Be A Witness.

1998 Rush Hour (Dove Music): God Is; God Has Not Forgotten You; Thank God I Am; I'm Looking For A Miracle; I Need You More Than Ever; Tell The World Jesus Saves; Lord, Give Me A Song; Christians Never Say Goodbye For The Last Time; Genuine Experience; When I Pray.

2001 Hymns From The Old Country Church (Dove Music/DOV-196CD): In The Sweet Forever; Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus; I'll Fly Away; What A Friend We Have In Jesus; Hallelujah; Amazing Grace; I Never Shall Forget The Day; Pass Me Not, O Gentle Savior; The Unclouded Day; Jesus On The Main Line.

2001 He Makes A Way (Dove Music): He Makes A Way; I'm Glad You Love Me Like You Do; A Friend Of God; I Need A Miracle; I Can See Heaven From Here; A Great Big God; Ain't That What It's All About; There's Got To Be A God Somewhere; There's Somebody Out There; Oh, Yes, He Is; Lord, I Want To Be a Witness.

2009 Reality (Dove Music): On My Way To A Miracle; On My Knees; Move Oh Mountain, Move; He's A Way Out; A Black Heart; Let Your Praise Fight Your Battle; God Never Fails; Psalms 27:1; God Is Working All Things For My Good; I Am Here; I Have Decided To Follow Jesus.

2013 Life (Dove Music): Oh, David; Life; He's Still In Business; Live A Little, Love A Lot; Cast All Your Cares; Hallelujah; You're Looking At One; A Better Day; Only The Holy Shall Enter In; The Last Days.

2023 Believe (Dove Music): I Pray About It; Be Sure; I Am An Overcomer; I Believe In Miracles; I Still Believe; In His Hands; It's Alright, It's OK; I Love To Say Your Name; I Can't Lose For Winning; I'm Saved.