Returning for their second performance on Gospel Music USA, Karen Peck and New River has impacted the Gospel Music industry for almost 30 years. In 2018, Karen Peck Gooch was inducted into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame. New River continues to deliver a progressive sound that is distinctive yet remains true to the traditional styling that has made them a fan favorite. and later a Testimony from Simon – As a music teacher Simon Smith enjoyed his job, but he knew there was more. He was frustrated that he couldn’t share his faith with his students, so he started Voice. This ministry combines his passion for music and for God, while allowing him to help young people develop their musical talents and share their faith. It gives them a voice for God in this world through music. There have been challenges and ups and downs along the way, but Simon allows God to lead this ministry that He planted in Simon’s heart. “I don’t think it was so much me taking a step of faith,” Smith says, “but me taking a step into God’s faithfulness.”
