We Just Love To Sing ...
Solid Rock is a Southern Gospel Quartet singing traditional Southern Gospel music. Our purpose is to promote the Gospel of Jesus Christ through music and testimony. Founded by Brother Norman Dunlap more than 20 years ago, the Solid Rock Quartet is comprised mostly of preachers, both active and retired. Singing in churches and for special groups and gatherings, their music is made up of both old and new songs. "Much of our ministering is in Columbus area nursing homes," says Pastor Dan Gates. "These people can't sing in church any longer, so we try to bring some church singing to them. And, believe me, they are a great audience ..!"
Pastor Norman Dunlap - A retired United Methodist Pastor, Brother Norman is the President and Founder of L.E.A.D. Ministries, a Columbus, Georgia-based ministry of teaching, preaching and song. Brother Norman has served churches in Ohio and South Georgia and has ministered in many states and several countries. He loves Jesus and someone has said of him "he'll minister to more people in the Name of Jesus by accident than most preachers will on purpose."
Charles Dennis - A United Methodist Evangelist, Brother Charles has traveled the world preaching the Cross. Having preached in different countries and on several continents, this award winning Evangelist has won hundreds to the Lord in more than 30 years of ministry. The writer of literally more songs than even he remembers, Charles is one of the Solid Rock Quartet originals. He has recorded dozens of albums. Several years ago, he recorded an album called, "Sing, Preacher, Sing." When it comes to the Quartet, he lives up to that title. And he preaches just as good as he sings ...!
Pastor Dan Gates - A United Methodist Minister for more than two decades, Dan has been Pastor of East Highland United Methodist Church in Columbus for the past 16 years. Married to his wife, Pat, for more than forty years, this father of two and grandfather of four always jokes, "The Solid Rock Quartet is Norman and any three guys he can get to sing with him. Fortunately for me, I'm blessed to be one of those guys."
Pastor Daryl Brown - The youngster of the crowd, Daryl is the Associate Pastor of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Columbus, Georgia. If any compliment can be given Daryl, its that he loves Jesus as much as anyone can love Him. And when he sings "Redeeming Grace," that loves spills from his heart onto all who listen. A gentle, sweet spirit, Daryl is a tremendous asset to the Quartet.
Pastor Jimmy Little - The only non-Methodist Preacher in the group, Brother Jimmy is the Pastor of Lighthouse Fellowship in Columbus, Georgia. (We say we're trying to get him to become a Methodist. He says he's trying to get us sanctified ..!) Jimmy's distinctive vocal style on songs like, "I Can't Even Walk Without You Holding My Hand," are a blessing to all.
Ken Bailey - The newest member of the group, Brother Ken is the Minister of Music at St. Mark United Methodist Church in Columbus. Ken loves Jesus, sings, leads a huge choir and plays piano ...!! Now that's an asset to the group ...!!! Most of the rest of the Quartet admits, though, its a little intimidating to finally have someone in the group who actually knows what they're doing ...!!!
Pastor Mark Sasser - Also a United Methodist preacher, Brother Mark serves the Howard, Georgia, Charge, which consists of six churches ...! (He obviously stays busy ...!!) With a great voice and quick wit, Brother Mark adds a new level of entertainment to every presentation. When asked why there are eight men in the Quartet, the standard response is ... "it takes that many to keep an eye on Mark ...!!"
Gary Holloway - One of the best Bass voices to be found anywhere, Brother Gary is the only non-preacher in the group. Also one of the original members of the Quartet, Gary is a rock-solid Christian, whose bass singing adds a depth and richness to every song.
