The Thurstons

Family – Music – Ministry

Testimonials

Recently, I had the opportunity to worship with The Thurston Family. What a wonderfully anointed and talented ministry team. Their close family harmony combined with excellent arrangements and the desire to bless the listener, keep the Thurstons in high demand as a great Gospel Singing Group. I look forward to the time we can be together again in a gospel concert or church worship service. I give them my highest recommendation. You will be blessed when you hear them.

Tim Hill
General Director
Church of God World Missions


The group “The Thurstons” brings a fresh northern approach to southern gospel music with a real desire for the anointing of the Lord that is clearly evident.

John Darin Rowsey, songwriter
Ashland, KY


In 1976, as a senior in high school, I was called on to teach bass guitar to Dave Thurston.  I quickly discovered his ability was only outweighed by his enthusiasm for music.  Even though I left for Nashville shortly after that to pursue a career in Christian music, our friendship has remained one that I value.  I have had the opportunity to work with Dave and his wife Marni in the studio and watched as they have pursued ministry while keeping family a priority.  I would strongly recommend them to your church.

Dave Clark, songwriter
Brentwood/Benson Music
Nashville, TN


It’s a privilege to introduce “The Thurstons”.  I’ve worked with this group for over 15 years.  They display a genuine commitment to Christ and demonstrate the highest ethics in music ministry.  You will be blessed to have this family as part of your service or event.

Evangelist Rev. Bob Brunell
Generation of Destiny Ministry – Davison, MI


It is an honor to recommend “The Thurstons”.  As a pastor I know how important it is to have the right people on your platform who have the right spirit and will glorify God and not themselves.  I have had the privilege to watch this family grow leaps and bounds in the Lord.  They have worked for our church in concerts, praise and worship, women’s, men’s and marriage ministries.  They have been a real asset to our church body.  I am pleased to recommend them to your church without reservation.  They will be sensitive to the church leadership and the needs of the people.

In Christ,
Pastor Dave Cokonougher
The House of Prayer – Haslett, MI


It is an honor to recommend “The Thurstons”.  As a pastor, I know how important it is to have the right people on your platform who have the right spirit and will glorify God and not themselves.  I have had the privilege to watch this family grow leaps and bounds in the Lord.  They have worked for our church in concerts, praise and worship, women’s, men’s and marriage ministries.  They have been a real asset to our church body.  They will be sensitive to the church leadership and the needs of the people.

We have enjoyed the gospel music of The Thurston Family a number of times during the past five years.  On all occasions our church has looked forward to their coming.  They bring a Spirit-filled message in song, ministering to the audience as they sing.  The participation of their well-disciplined young sons also adds to the appeal of their concerts which have been well attended and we welcome them again and again.

Frank J. Klassen, Pastor
Eaton Rapids Wesleyan Church
Eaton Rapids, MI


The Thurstons are musically gifted; they connect wonderfully with every generation; they know how to put on a concert that touches the hearts of their audience.  The reason we have them back year after year is because they are anointed.  We truly have a worship experience each time they are with us.  I give my highest recommendation to The Thurstons.  You will truly be blessed by their ministry.

Rev. Mark D. Rigg – Senior Pastor
Mason 1st Church of the Nazarene
Mason, MI


To have The Thurston Family with us at Riverside Tabernacle Church of God is an annual event that our people truly enjoy.  Their love for the Lord and desire to spread the Gospel shines clearly through their performances.  Their music and ministry will be a blessing to any church.

Richard L. Shelton
Riverside Tabernacle Church of God
Ft. Gratiot, MI


The Thurstons have been friends to the Calvarymen, and myself personally, for many years.  When it comes to “good people”, they are the best.  These people live what they sing.  When it comes to quality in music and performance, they are one of the best family groups you will ever hear.  I guarantee that you will not leave a Thurston Family concert without being blessed.

Darrell Young
The Calvarymen