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Philip Toth - La Jolla, CA "I'm 21 and have all the Love Song tapes. I fell in love with the music when I first heard the the Love Song tape in 1993." October 27, 1997

Bill Welsh - Huntington Beach, CA "November 9, 1970 - At a meeting called "Body & Soul" held in the gutted sanctuary of a baptist church in Lakewood (I was never a baptist - the person who shared Jesus with me took me there) I heard the gospel and responded that evening, surrendering my life to Jesus. A hippie and musician and a wrecked human being I was ripe for the picking. The song the band sang for the invitation was "Two Hands". The band had come from Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa and I think it was about 2 days later I was sitting half way back in the sanctuary at Calvary to hear Pastor Chuck teach and Love Song sang that night as well. I went up to Tommy after and told him I was played guitar and asked him if they were looking for another guitar player in the band.
The early days have never been repeated. God continues to do greater things but the move toward the complex caused a bit of concern for a while. It was such a privledge to be a part of that movement. I didn't get to join Love Song but I did start to lead kids in worship and share my Jesus music anywhere I could eventually going into Australia, New Zealand, and all over the US. Thanks for what you gave us in those days. It was a pattern for ministry that I still believe to be a standard. The emphasis was ministry not money. Pray that we see the new guys and the old ones return to that. People who are just thrilled to give away what God gave them."

Jesus is Enough
Bill Welsh October 23, 1997

Robert Zannini - Gonzales, LA October 21, 1997

Brenda Lee Mayo - Houston, TX "I love "Love Song". Happy Anniversary
With Lots of HIS Blessings
Love Brenda Mayo (Bren)" October 16, 1997

Alvis Hill - Waco, TX "As a teen in the 70's, "Jesus Music" was a big part of my life. I appreciate Love Song and the other groups of that time that gave us an alternative to the world's music." October 12, 1997

Dave Anderson - Kokomo, IN "I've been listening, humming, singing, playing and wishing for more music from you guys since Explo' '72 in Dallas Texas!!  Your music met my needs through Jesus in 1972 and it still does today!  What else can I say?  I'm still praying for you all!" October 10, 1997

Larry R. Sizemore,  Pastor - Richmond, KY ": I was converted in the early 70's as a result of the Asbury Awakening in Wilmore,  KY.   Coming out of the long hair era, I had a hard time adjusting to church music in a Baptist Church.  Then, I was turned on to LOVE SONG and the various Christian artists of that decade.  It was truly anointed music and I still rather listen to those sounds today than any other.  I guess you might say I'm stuck in the 70's (musically that is), and still going on with Jesus! My all time favorite Love Song number is "Little Pilgrim" - it still brings tears to my eyes.  God bless you guys - and know that God has used you to impact my life.  You will aways be part of my journey with Jesus.  I now pastor a Baptist Church in Richmond, KY and if you are ever in the Lexington area drop us a line.   

Going On and Going Up,
Larry R. Sizemore" October 9, 1997

David Bright - Sullivan, IN September 30, 1997

Jan P. Kirtz - Staunton, VA "I was saved in May 1972. One of the first and lasting memories I have is hearing Love Song at the house church that I started attending." September 22, 1997

Dennis Pikop - Sylmar, CA "This is a great site! I first saw Love Song in 1970 at the Long Beach, CA Municipal Auditorium where Calvary Chapel held monthly Maranatha concerts. I spent most of my early Christian years going to Love Song concerts and attended many of those you have photos of. What a treat! Keep it up and God bless!" September 21, 1997

Paul Bigelow - Austin, TX "Just purchased a two-CD set of the Hondells from ATM in Germany. Glad to see Chuck is doing OK." September 20, 1997

Scott - PA "Love Song has ministered to me just about every time I listen to their albums. Thanks, Guys!!!" September 11, 1997

Beverly Claussen - Modesto, CA August 25, 1997

David D. Burgin - Kelowna, B.C. Canada "Love Song will always hold a special place in my heart. I remember when you guys got saved and gave your hearts and lives to the Lord Jesus. The Joy Band wondered who are those guys? Today I know they are Dear Brothers in the Lord that I shared many wonderful memories of ministry and the thrill of many souls receiving Jesus as Lord and Savior through their music and their lives. Life is but a vapor and those wonderful days of ministry we shared seem but only yesterday!
God poured out His Spirit in such a mighty way. We thought this was just normal Christianity but now I know it was something very special.

To all the members of Love Song, I want to thank you for your ministry that has touched so many lives.

In Him,
David D. Burgin"
Former member of the JOY Group and founder of the Blessed Hope Band. August 22, 1997

Guy Post - Boardman, OR "I remember in 1974, my best friend said he had an album that he wanted me to listen to. It was Love Song's first album. I really enjoyed and appreciated the messages that were given in the songs.
From that time on, I looked for other contemporary Christian artists. From there I happened to discover Petra (in their early years), Barry McGuire, Second Chapter of Acts, etc...
The afore mentioned artists, et. al., took me from listening to garbage like Led Zepplin, Black Sabbath, The Stones, Iron Butterfly, to more uplifting material. For that I will ever be greatful." August 20, 1997

Terence Bergmann - Cartier, Manitoba, Canada "Twenty years ago when I was a new Christian I bought "Feel the Love", and my folks almost died. It took a long time to show them that Christian and rock were not opposites and that God could be praised in many genuine ways that were truly honoring to Him. Thanks for that album that meant so much to me as a new believer, it truly is a milestone in my own Christian walk. The songs on the album will remain forever, and I am sure that at least some of them will be sung by us before the Lord, on the day of His return. It's been a pleasure to find this site. Ter." August 18, 1997

Bob Hartley - Macksville, KS "I grew up listening to the Love Song albums over and over again. I was part of the '70's Christian movement. I was in a group with a bunch of guys and we loved to sing and play the songs. They helped us identify with the New feelings of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ! I wore out my old LP's and would love to find some of the "good old" Christian music again. Are the albums out on CD?

Praise God for your witness to a searching generation!" August 12, 1997

Peter Jansen - Richmond, B.C. Canada "Having been involved with Calvary Chapel here in Vancouver for the past 5 years, its interesting to read about the early years and the impact CCM has had since the '70's. I really enjoyed the site. Very well done. Chuck Girard is playing at our church on Thursday the 31st of July and I am looking forward to it even more now that I know some history. God Bless." July 28, 1997

Jena L. Reeves - Birmingham, AL July 21, 1997

Sam Allen - Anaconda, MT "Ahh yes, those were the good old days. I remember your music very fondly. My only tape of Love Song was lost to theft years ago. Glad to find you again." July 10, 1997

James Pepin - Bealeton, VA "IMHO Love Song sounds as good today as they did 25 years ago. Just finished reading Chuck Girard's testimony at his web site. What a testimony, I had no idea he was that much into the "hippie' scene with the drugs and all, although I really wasn't surprised. What a witness for Christ he has become." June 22, 1997

Rick Prevost - Bakersfield, CA "I was in Oklahoma City when I heard of Love Song. We were caught up in the Jesus Movement big time in our Home Church. We used to have Jesus Festivals on the grounds and a lot of teenagers flocked to them. We had Randy Matthews come on one occasion. We also started two different coffee houses called the King's Way Inn. It was very successful. More later!!!" June 18, 1997

Tim Marshall - Monroe, NY "I just bought a copy of the Love Song "Feel The Love" CD. It brought back the memories of God's work in my heart over the years. As my kids listen now to DC Talk, Steven Curtis Chapman, Audio Adrenaline, etc. and are encouraged in their Christian walk, I am introducing them to the great songs of those who were among the first "Jesus Freaks". Thanks for the years of encouragement." June 16, 1997

Wendie King - Turlock, CA "My favorite Christian song as a child was "Little Country Church." I used to listen to it on my dad's 8-track player in the car over and over. I was only about 10, I'm 31 now, and still remember the song. Last night I went to a concert at church, and I had no idea who Chuck Girard was. During his first song, "Little Country Church" popped into my head, after not hearing it for 20 years. Was I surprised when two songs later, the singer announced he was going to sing one of their first hits, "Little Country Church"! It was a great concert, very spirit filled. I called my dad when I got home to tell him the story, and he remembered me always wanting to hear that song." June 14, 1997

Leonard Wisniewski - Tucson, AZ "I accepted Jesus in my life in 1977 at Calvary Chapel..at this time I was about to go to prison for the rest of my life. A friend took me to hear Chuck Smith speak..the message was just what I needed. Jesus loves me...within a short time [less then a year] all charges were dropped and I returned to life and following Jesus. I never did return to the old-life...praise the Lord! Today, I am happily married and have been involved in a number of ministry works. THANK YOU CHUCK...You will only know how much you impacted my life when we see each other in the presence of Jesus. "20" YEARS LATER AND STILL PRAISING AND REJOICING...AMEN" June 9, 1997

John Hayward - UK "Reading a lot about the Jesus people movement. This site has been a great help and blessing in adding to that." June 9, 1997

Jeffrey L. Dunning - Painted Post, NY "Love Song was and is one of my favorite groups. I have never had the opportunity to hear them live but would love the chance." June 5, 1997

Carlos Gomez - Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic "I praise god for Love Song's music, back in the early 70's when I became a Christian this music played a miraculous part in my life as I developed my faith, unfortunately a hurricane destroyed all my records, if I could get them back it would be like a re-encounter to my new-born self, I praise God I bumped into this site." May 31, 1997

Brian Shepard - Denver, CO May 30, 1997

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