Welcome To The Website Of Jericho Road!

 

JERICHO ROAD "Gospel Music...From The Heart!"

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Jesse Davila - Bass  (bd. 2/24/1968)

I’ve only been singing for the Lord since November of 2000, but I’ve always had a special place in my heart for him.  Growing up Catholic, in a Hispanic home, I was introduced to God early in life.  Both my grandmothers were religious ladies and they influenced me a lot.  Unfortunately, as I grew into my teens, and later as a young adult at BGSU, I strayed away from God.  Being on my own for the first time and in a college environment I did the usual stuff college kids do.  I was definitely lost!

It wasn’t until my graduate years at Miami University where I rediscovered Jesus again.  Two evangelists, that were walking the campus spreading the word about Jesus, brought me back to the Lord at the bus stop in front our Physics building!  At the time I was recently married and my in-laws, who were religious folks, were yet another influence in my spiritual life.  After I was saved I became involved in the church. I sang in the choir and I was also a church trustee.  Life was really looking good!  The wife and I had our second child, and shortly after that, unexpectedly, our marriage fell apart.  Needless to say I was devastated, but you know, God had bigger plans for me!

It wasn’t long after that when Betty Brauneller, who worked at Cooper Tire like I did, approached me to get involved with a little group she had called Jericho Road.  I accepted her offer and my job was to run sound for them at concerts.  One day at practice, just for fun, I picked up a mic and sang along with them on a song called Daddy Sang Bass.  They liked what they heard and the rest is history!   :-)

November 2009 starts my 10th year singing bass with the group.  I love Southern Gospel music, but singing with Jericho Road has deepened my appreciation for the meaning of this music.  In my opinion, there’s no greater music than this!  There have been many musical influences in my life, but there are three groups that have really had an impact on me.  These would be the Oak Ridge Boys, The Cathedrals, and J.D. Sumner and the Stamps.

I praise and give thanks to God for everything he has blessed me with and for allowing me to sing with these wonderful men of faith!  Thank you for taking time to stop by our web site.  I pray our ministry has blessed you in some way and has brought you closer to the Lord.

Email: jxdavila@ameritech.net

 

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Ernie Pagal - Baritone  (bd. 8/10/1952)

I grew up in one of the smallest countries in the world.  The Philippine islands are composed of over 1700 islands.  The names of the main islands are Lozon, Visayas, and Mindanao.  I was born in Lozon, which is in the providence of Pagasinan.  It is located in the northern part of the island, which is approximately 390 miles north of Manila.

In 1971, I made a decision in my life when I heard the gospel about Jesus.  I knew that my life was going in the wrong direction and was without hope.  I was involved in many things that were not pleasing God, but God's love is so amazing, that in spite of all my wrongdoing, and my sins, He forgave me.  1 Jon 1:9 "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all our unrighteousness."  Singing has always been a part of my life, even while growing up.  I used to sing on the way to our farm riding my water buffalo.  I sang secular songs, but when I let Jesus Christ be the Lord of my life, I began to sing gospel songs.

I went to Bible College to study to be a pastor.  That is where I met my wife, who had been a missionary to the Philippines for four years.  In 1976 we came to the United States and made our home in Findlay, Ohio.  We've been married for almost 34 years, and God has blessed us with six wonderful children and four grandchildren.

I have been involved in music ministry ever since I came to America.  However, in 2004, God led me to compete in the talent search at the Hancock Co. Fair where I was awarded 1st place.  Then on New Years Eve 2004, I was asked by Betty Brauneller to sing the national anthem, as well as three songs of my choice.  Betty was the president of the Lighthouse ministry in Findlay, and also a co-founder of the Jericho Road gospel music ministry, along with her husband Russ.  After I sang that night, Betty asked me to practice with them for their upcoming concert on TV 39 in Marion, Ohio.  I have been a part of Jericho Road ever since.  The Lord has blessed Jericho Road, even though Betty went home to be with the Lord.  God has been so good to us, that He has provided another singer to cover Betty's part. Please pray for us, that God will use us more for His kingdom and for His pleasure to bring the gospel through music.  God Bless all of you and thank you for your prayers and support.


Email: erniepagal@yahoo.com

 

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Dan Clark - Lead  (bd. 7/15/1970)

I grew up in the country just outside of Carey, Ohio.  I am the third oldest of seven children and I graduated from Upper Sandusky High School in 1988.  I had every intention of going to college after graduation, but I ended up getting married and starting a family instead.  I have four great kids. Krista, the oldest, lives in Findlay, Ohio.  The other three, Casey, Daniel Jr., and Shelby live with me and my wife, Connie, in Upper Sandusky, Ohio.  I was born and raised Catholic and have always had Jesus in my heart.  I currently attend church at Victory Chapel Fellowship in Cygnet, OH. 

I have always enjoyed singing.  My mom taught me to sing when I was just three years old.  I sang in several different choirs in high school and I also sang in the choir at Our Lady of Consolation in Carey, Ohio.  I didn’t really start using my gift to serve the Lord until about six years ago.  I started singing with Jacob Reel and a group called “The Living Branches”.  In 2005 I released a CD entitled “Be Ready For His Return”.  Then, in September 2006, God put me in the path of Jericho Road, and I am so very thankful that God did that. God has given me so many blessings and I am thankful for every one of them.

If I could give anyone some words of wisdom they would be: “Keep your eyes on Jesus Christ and He will see you through anything”.  May God bless all of you as much as He has me.

Email:
dclark70@columbus.rr.com

 

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Chris Horne - Tenor  (bd. 9/18/1966)

I grew up in Hardin County, outside of Kenton, OH.  I began my singing career by singing in church when I was 6 years old.  My vocal training began with me sitting down with my mother and listening to old gospel records she would play.  I would memorize all the words. 

When I was 10 years old I dedicated my life to Christ and continued singing His gospel in song.  After graduating from Hardin Northern High School in 1986 I did a lot of traveling and met many people.  In 1989, while singing in Mt. Victory, OH, I met my wife to be Heather and we were married in 1990.  We have two sons, Dustin (19) and Brayden (13).

I remember the time when I attended a Kingsmen's concert and that's when I was bitten by the "Quartet Bug".  I was hooked on this style of music!  In 1999 I felt God calling me to become even more dedicated to singing so the family and I moved to Florence, KY and I joined the Compassion Quartet.  Later, in 2003, God opened the door and blessed me with the opportunity to sing with the national group, The Sky Line Boys.  A couple years later I joined the Promised Heirs, but then had to come off the road to take care of my family.

I am so thankful that God has given me the opportunity to sing with many quartets.  Now, His path has led me to Jericho Road.  It is our prayer that something we say or sing will help you through your day. Oh, what s Savior He is!  May God Bless you all.

Email: chorne@columbus.rr.com