In the summer of 1996, the Lord brought the four of us together in a very special way. Even though we had known each other for years, through school, church, and socially, this was the first time we would join in a common purpose. None of us had any idea of what the future of this relationship might look like.

Through the years, the Holy Spirit has empowered us in spreading the GOOD NEWS of Jesus Christ through a ministry of Southern Gospel Music.

As we seek the Lord's guidance, each of us prays for continued growth in our personal relationship with our Heavenly Father. From the very beginning, we received support from our families, friends, and our home churches. Our first public appearance was in a worship service at St. John Lutheran Church, Lithopolis, on August 11, 1996.

In 2007 we begin our 12th year on ministry, presenting God's saving grace, through song, in a variety of settings - including worship services, revivals, and community events - on over 650 occasions to date.

The fact that we "find the time" for rehearsals and special events - while holding down "full time" jobs - affirms to us the almighty power of God in this so that His will is done.

In 1997, the group became officially incorporated with the State of Ohio as a nonprofit organization. Subsequently, the IRS designated the group as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization. None of the members benefit, financially, from any donations to the group or from the proceeds of any material sales - these funds go toward operating costs and to charitable causes.

Through His ministry, God has enabled us to reach out in Christian love to others in need. Since 1997, by God's grace, CORNERSTONE has sponsored an annual community benefit concert. These gatherings have collected offerings totaling over $68,000.00, which have been donated to help various organizations.