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Church Without Walls Welcomes Pugh as Artist-in-Residence

  The Church Without Walls, the Houston, Texas-based ministry with three campuses and a congregation of nearly 25,000, has announced gospel singer, songwriter, and author, Earnest Pugh, as its new artist-in-residence. For over two decades, Pugh has been known across the globe for his deep catalogue of inspiring songs that have earned him 50 million digital streams and over a dozen Billboard Gospel Airplay chart hits, including his three no. 1 smashes, “I Need Your Glory,” “God Wants to Heal You,” and his signature tune, “Rain on Us.” “When I received the call from the Director of Worship and Arts,

Madeline Thompson, Original Clara Ward Singer, Passes Away

Madeline Thompson, the extremely talented, elegant and creative vocalist, passed away on May 22, in Los Angeles. She was 78-years-old. Known internationally as the last original member of the Clara Ward Singers, Thompson joined the legendary group in 1960 and extended their fame for decades beyond the death of its famous namesake, endearing their unique sound to multiple generations. A native of Philadelphia, Thompson was beloved for her rendition of “Traveling Shoes,” a rousing gospel song she performed while dancing across the stage or up-and-down the aisles of a sanctuary. Her unique style is reflected on countless videos found on