Lonestar Jubilee is coming back to the Rio Grande Valley this month, performing shows filled with inspiration, fun and laughter. They perform for a huge purpose – their ministry projects. They have a ministry to support that keeps them doing what they love – entertaining, inspiring and giving.
Sam Ray, who first started performing at Dallas Christian College with the Master’s Four in 1971 moved to Branson in 1983. The group then changed their name to The Texans. They are now a full-time trio comprised of Sam, wife Brenda, and son Curtis. They began their travel ministry in 1999, performing more than 300 concerts a year. They have shared the stage with the likes of TD Jakes, Charles Stanley, Jerry Falwell, Tim Lahaye, and many more.
They might be doing a few less concerts per year, but the purpose remains the same – to help mission at home and around the world. They do this by singing gospel and putting on comedy skits at their shows. Every show is bound to be full of soul-stirring music, great comedy, and hand-clapping enjoyment for all.
The group has traveled over 39,000 miles in the US, helping with senior adult low-cost housing, summer camps for adults and children, and fundraising for projects around the world. They have helped in other countries by providing churches, feeding centers, schools, clothes, and other necessities.
The Texans will be returning for seven concerts starting January 26. Along with Sam Ray and The Texans, also performing are bass vocalist David Little and Duke Mason.
Duke Mason is a special performer because of his unique height of only 46 inches. However, his talent and charismatic personality bring a respect and dignity to his singing that only a few are chosen to have. Mason sings, plays guitar, keyboard, bass, and drums.
Oklahoma’s David Little is known for his deep voice. He formerly sang with the Schaefer Brothers quartet.
The Texans have won several awards in Branson and have also won a Valley Star Award for Gospel Group of the Year.
A freewill offering of $10 is suggested at the show. No one will be turned away if they cannot pay. For information call (903) 436-5410 or email samraythetexans@aol.com.
The Valley schedule is as follows:
Sunday, January 26, 10 a.m. – Llano Grande Resort (Rec Hall), Mercedes
Sunday, January 26, 6 p.m. – Christ Church of the Valley, 2900 Dr. Hugh Emerson, Brownsville
Monday, January 27, 2 p.m. – First Baptist, 402 Templeton, Combes
Tuesday, January 28, 2 p.m. – First Baptist Church, 600 S. Kansas, Weslaco
Wednesday, January 29, 2 p.m. – Valley Baptist Retreat Center, 1600 US-83 Bus., Mission
Thursday, January 30, 2 p.m. – First Baptist Church, 103 W. Magnolia, La Feria
Friday, January 31, 7 p.m. – Enchanted Valley Ranch, 7300 Monroe St., Mission
