Past Concerts

SUNDAY APRIL 6th, 2025

@ The HUGHES BROTHERS Theater

FIRST CONCERT OF THE 2025 SEASON

Branson Jammin’ for Jesus concerts are every first Sunday of the month, April through December, at The  Hughes Brothers Theatre located on the strip at 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd. These free concerts bring people together for a time of praise and giving. The music will begin Sunday April 6th at 2:00 pm with concert hosts Brian Pendergrass and Sheila Meeker.

We are excited to bring back Branson Jammin' for Jesus for its  28th season.  This month's concert will  benefit Chapelwoods Prayer Chapels.  Chapelwoods is the ministry of Bud and Lynda Lynn who are pillars in the Branson community. They build prayer chapels across America with the most recent chapel built in Eureka Springs, AR at The Great Passion Play.  They are currently working on plans to build a prayer chapel along one of the walking trails in Branson, MO.    Cash donations are appreciated to help provide building materials for these prayer chapels.

We have a great lineup of singers this month.  You won't want to miss this concert. We have the amazing talents of Wendell Johnson and Jo Fox blessing us with their music ministries, along with the testimony and story of the birth of Chapelwoods Ministry, so please help us spread the word that this Jammin' for Jesus concert is going to be a very special event that no one will want to miss.

NO CONCESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE during concerts, however, FEEL FREE TO BRING A SNACK AND BEVERAGE with you as you join us in a time of praise and giving at Branson Jammin’ for Jesus.

SUNDAY DECEMBER 1, 2024

@ The HUGHES BROTHERS Theater

LAST CONCERT OF THE 2024 SEASON

Branson Jammin’ for Jesus concerts are every first Sunday of the month, April through December, at The  Hughes Brothers Theatre located on the strip at 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd. These free concerts bring people together for a time of praise and giving. The music will begin Sunday November 3rd at 2:00 pm with concert hosts Brian Pendergrass and Sheila Meeker.

This month, Branson Jammin’ for Jesus will be benefitting Suitcases for New Beginnings.  They provide backpacks and duffle bags for children in foster care so they have something to keep their personal items in.  They also stock these bags with a few personal items for the children to keep for their own.  Each bag is packed with a blanket, a book, a toy, and personal care items.  We will be collecting Hot Wheels, Barbies, and Legos to pack inside these bags.  Cash is also appreciated to help provide everything needed to pack the bags properly.

We have a great lineup of singers this month.  You won't want to miss this concert. We have the amazing husband and wife Christian bluegrass duo, Sonshine Road made up of Kevin and Rachelle Nelson, The beautiful harmonies of trio, Light of Grace, Jammin’ veteran and blessed music minister Ava Kasich. PLUS!!!!  Marlene Pelt will be joining us!   We were excited to reschedule her for the December concert, however, the posters were already printed so please help us spread the word that, along with all the other fabulous singers you see on the poster, Marlene Pelt will also be joining the lineup.

NO CONCESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE during concerts, but FEEL FREE TO BRING A SNACK AND BEVERAGE with you as you join us in a time of praise and giving at Branson Jammin’ for Jesus.

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2024

@ The HUGHES BROTHERS Theater

Branson Jammin’ for Jesus concerts are every first Sunday of the month, April through December, at The  Hughes Brothers Theatre located on the strip at 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd. These free concerts bring people together for a time of praise and giving. The music will begin Sunday November 3rd at 2:00 pm with concert hosts Brian Pendergrass and Sheila Meeker.

Featured this month are the wonderful music ministries of the very talented saxophonist, Gary Dooms; Vocalists Donna Kilmurray, Angela Seng, Marlene Pelt, and the Trio Beautifully Broken.  These vocalist have wonderful music ministries of praise and worship you won’t want to miss. Each guest has a special calling to ministry and possesses a burning desire to share God’s unfathomable love and amazing salvation through song.

This month our concert will benefit The Jimmy Jack Foundation.  Jimmy Jack Whittaker will be blessing us with his music ministry as well as sharing a little bit about his foundation. They 'help kids reach their musical dreams' by giving them new or gently used instruments.  Jimmy Jack and his foundation present these collected instruments, free of charge, at various Jimmy Jack Foundation events across the country and throughout the year. At this concert, we will be collecting used instruments that you, your friends or family may have just lying around the house, in the basement, garage, or attic. Cash is also welcomed to help with repairs of and supplies for these instruments.

NO CONCESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE during concerts, but FEEL FREE TO BRING A SNACK AND BEVERAGE with you as you join us in a time of praise and giving at Branson Jammin’ for Jesus.

SUNDAY OCTOBER 6, 2024

@ The HUGHES BROTHERS Theater

Branson Jammin’ for Jesus concerts are every first Sunday of the month, April through December, at The  Hughes Brothers Theatre located on the strip at 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd. These free concerts bring people together for a time of praise and giving. The music will begin Sunday October 6th at 2:00 pm with concert hosts Brian Pendergrass and Sheila Meeker.

Featured this month are the wonderful music ministries of the very talented saxophonist, Gary Dooms; Kenny & Lisa Gamble from KCMO; Billie and Todd East from Oklahoma, and the Daughters of Ashley Dawn, Hali & Lakoda. These vocalist have wonderful music ministries of praise and worship you won’t want to miss. Each guest has a special calling to ministry and possesses a burning desire to share God’s unfathomable love and amazing salvation through song.

This month our concert will benefit The Missouri Veterans Home of Mt. Vernon.  Suggested donations of postage stamps, for veterans to send letters to loved ones, full size personal care items such as shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, body wash, etc. are appreciated.

NO CONCESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE during concerts, but FEEL FREE TO BRING A SNACK AND BEVERAGE with you as you join us in a time of praise and giving at Branson Jammin’ for Jesus.

SUNDAY August 4th, 2024

@ The HUGHES BROTHERS Theater

Branson Jammin’ for Jesus concerts are every first Sunday of the month, April through December, at The Hughes Brothers Theatre located on the strip at 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd.  These free concerts bring people together for a time of praise and giving. The music will begin Sunday August 4th at 2:00 pm with hosts Brian Pendergrass and Sheila Meeker; along with other amazing gospel music artists.

Featured this month are Brandon and Megan Mabe of The Branson Famous Baldknobbers. 
Also featured are the wonderful music ministries of the very talented saxophonist, Gary Dooms; Vocalists Dale Rohell, Sherri Perry and Wendell Johnson

Free admission to Branson Jammin’ for Jesus with a suggested donation of horse treats, gift cards to Atwood, Race Brothers, Tractor Supply, Lowe's, Home Depot or monetary gifts to benefit Trinity Circle Horses Healing Hearts. They use horse therapy to work with people who have experienced trauma in their lives.  Horse therapy helps heal the pain.

There are no concessions available during this concert, but feel free to bring a snack and beverage with you as you join Branson Jammin’ for Jesus at the Hughes Brothers Theater, located at 3425 W 7 Country Blvd in Branson, Missouri on Sunday, August 4th beginning at 2 pm.  

Make plans now to attend.  You will be blessed with God’s Word delivered through music.  A donation table will be set up for Horses Healing Hearts in the theater lobby.

SUNDAY JULY 7th, 2024

@ The HUGHES BROTHERS Theater

Branson Jammin’ for Jesus concerts are every first Sunday of the month, April through December, at The Hughes Brothers Theatre located on the strip at 3425 W. 76 Country Blvd.  These free concerts bring people together for a time of praise and giving. The music will begin Sunday July 7th at 2:00 pm with hosts Brian Pendergrass and Sheila Meeker and a slew of amazing gospel music artists.

Featured this month are the wonderful music ministries of the very talented saxophonist, Gary Dooms; the ever popular Abundance Quartet; Branson’s own, Steve ‘Bruno’ Samuels; anointed music from Ava Kasich; and bluegrass duo, Sonshine Road.  Also making a special appearance is The Boys Choir from the Lives Under Construction Ranch! Each of our guests have a special calling to ministry and possess a burning desire to share God’s unfathomable love and amazing salvation through song. 

Free admission to Branson Jammin’ for Jesus with a suggested donation of non-perishable food, household goods (paper plates, toilet paper, paper towels, etc), household cleaning supplies, small hand tools, gardening tools, or monetary gifts to benefit Lives Under Construction. LUC is a working ranch that believes in giving young men a second chance in a structured farm family environment. Their mission is “to not only change a young man's life but impact him while he is here by teaching him the values of hard work, respectfulness, responsibility, honesty, and Christian values…”.  Make plans now to attend Sunday, July 7th as you are blessed with God’s Word delivered through music. There will be a donation table set up for Lives Under Construction in the theater lobby.

SUNDAY MAY 5th, 2024

@ The HUGHES BROTHERS Theater

Branson Jammin' for Jesus free concerts bring people together for a time of praise and giving. The music begins Sunday, May 5th, at 2:00 pm with hosts Brian Pendergrass and Sheila Meeker; Branson Entertainer, Kari Garrison of Clay Cooper’s Country Express; and possibly a surprise appearance from The Baldknobbers, Brandon & Megan Mabe.

Also featured this month are the wonderful music ministries of the very talented saxophonist, Gary Dooms;  anointed singer/songwriter Marlene Pelt; Branson’s king of country, Mike McAdoo; and the amazing Mary Fay Jackson. Each of our guests have a special anointing on their ministry and possess a burning desire to share God’s unfathomable love and amazing salvation through song. 

Free admission to Branson Jammin’ for Jesus with a donation to benefit Ozark Mountain Music Association (OMMA).  Kari Garrison  is not only our special guest this month, she also happens to be the President of the Board of OMMA. Through her guidance, along with many other Branson musicians and entertainers, this camp guides young people into the world of music.  They are keeping the Ozark music alive and well for generations to come.  We are  honored to be able to help support Kari and the music camp through your generous donations.  Jammin’ for Jesus concerts are always free and no one is turned away.  Make plans now to attend Sunday, May 5th as you are blessed with God’s Word delivered through music. There will be a donation table set up for OMMA in the theater lobby.

SUNDAY APRIL 7th, 2024

@ The HUGHES BROTHERS Theater

We are very excited to be kicking off our 27th season of Jammin' for Jesus!  Join us Sunday, April 7th, beginning at 2 PM at The Hughes Brothers Theater to celebrate Jesus. We will share in praise and worship as we collect donations for a homeless community.  This concert will benefit Eden Village of Springfield, Missouri.  They are an amazing organization providing housing for chronically disabled homeless individuals.  They provide tiny homes and the property also has a community center where residents and members can come together to fellowship. You can learn more about EDEN VILLAGE by clicking on their link at the bottom of this page.

Helping us kick off this first concert of the season is The Michael Frost Family.  You can find him, his wife, and daughter singing and entertaining in various theaters around Branson.  This is an amazing family with tight harmony and you won't want to miss hearing their powerhouse sound.

Also appearing this month are the wonderfully talented music ministers; Light of Grace, Donna Kilmurray, and Bob Davidson. Each of these guests have the anointing of God on their ministry and love to share the Good News of the Gospel through song.  Please plan to join us.  Bring your family and friends.  You will be blessed as you help us bless Eden Village.

SUNDAY DECEMBER 3rd, 2023

@ The Branson Famous Baldknobbers Theater

On this first Sunday of December we are very honored to support local foster children and Suitcases for New Beginnings.  This amazing organization collects diaper bags and children's duffle bags so foster children will not have to carry their belongings in a trash bag as they are shuffled through the foster care system. They fill these bags with a few items that the children can keep for themselves.  Things such as a book, a stuffed animal, and personal care items. Suitcases for New Beginnings has the items to place into the bags, but is in need of diaper bags and duffle bags.  We hope our Jammin' audience will be able to supply them with more than enough of these bags.  You can click on the link below for more information about this charitable organization.

Our Branson Entertainer for December is the legendary Randy Plummer.  He and his family started the 3rd show in Branson, The Plummer Family Show,  and helped pioneer Highway 76 Country Music Boulevard into the wonderful musical strip that it is today

This month's lineup also features the outstanding music ministries of Light of Grace, Mary Fay Jackson, and The Singing Bones.    You will not want to miss this months amazing concert.  Come be blessed by the anointed music, as you bless local foster children with your donations.  

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 5TH, 2023

The Branson Famous Baldknobbers Theater

On this first day of Veterans Week in Branson, MO, we are excited to support our veterans and GUMI Camp USA!  GUMI stands for Glad U Made It and it is a special camp where veterans and military personnel who are dealing with PTSD can go for support and healing.  Suggested donations to benefit Gumi Camp include bottled water, paper towels, toilet paper, toothpaste and brushes, deodorant, non-perishable food or cash to help cover camp expenses.

The camp's director is Tim Hadler, who is a Country Music Singer/Songwriter out of Nashville, TN.  Maybe you’ve seen or heard him as he is the star of The Hank Williams Revisited Show.  We are extremely honored to have him as our Branson Entertainer this month.  

This month's lineup also features the wonderful music ministries of Harmony Trio, Donna Kilmurray, The Lakins and Dale Rochell.    You will not want to miss this months amazing concert.  Come be blessed by the anointed music, as you bless our veterans with your donations.  

Thank you for supporting Branson Jammin' for Jesus and our veterans!

OCTOBER 2023

Come join us for a fabulous afternoon of celebrating Jesus with our free gospel concert Sunday, October 1st  at the Branson Famous Baldknobbers Theater, 645 State Hwy 165, the music will begin at 2:00 pm with theater hosts Brandon and Megan Mabe; concert hosts Brian Pendergrass and Sheila Meeker; and special guest Doug Gabriel, of the Doug Gabriel Ultimate Variety Show, Branson’s most awarded entertainer.

Also featured are the wonderful music ministries of the very talented saxophonist, Gary Dooms; and, the powerfully anointed trio, 8th Street; Branson’s own powerhouse music minister Bruno Samuels; and the wonderfully anointed music of Wendell Johnson.  These anointed guests have a burning desire to share God’s love and amazing salvation through song with you, your family, and your friends. 

Free admission to Branson Jammin’ for Jesus with a suggested donation of full size personal care items such as deodorant, body wash, shampoo, toothpaste, etc. or postage stamps  to benefit Missouri Veterans Home of Mt. Vernon..  We are so honored to be able to help support our veterans through your generous donations.  Jammin’ for Jesus concerts are always free, and no one is turned away.  Make plans now to attend this amazing Gospel concert Sunday, October 1st.  You will be blessed by God’s Word delivered through music. There will be a donation table set up for Missouri Veterans Home  just before you enter the theater auditorium.

SEPTEMBER 2023

Due to our WHOLE Jammin' team being sick, the September Concert was cancelled.  If you would like to donate to Lives Under Construction, this months beneficiary, you can call the Lives Under Construction Ranch at 417-779-5374 to make a donation with a card.

PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING A DONATION

Due to many factors out of our control we have made the heartbreaking decision to cancel this concert. HOWEVER, Lives Under Construction is an amazing organization and they were to be our beneficiary. We do NOT want to leave them hanging. If you would, please consider making a donation of household paper goods, cleaning supplies, small hand tools, or a monetary gift. Donations will be collected at Baldknobbers Box Office, KLFC Radio in downtown Branson, or the office of Branson Tri-Lakes News Managing Editor Tim Church. I will update with more drop off locations as they become available.  There is also a link at the bottom of this page to LIVES UNDER CONSTRUCTION webpage.  You can find more information there.

We are so sad to miss this months amazing lineup of singers, but you will be able to catch them next season..... probably twice!

Thank you for all the prayers and continued support of Jammin' and it's beneficiaries.

AUGUST 2023

This concert will feature the music of Baldknobber's own  Ashley Dawn.  She is a powerhouse singer who grew up singing gospel music with her family.  Maybe they visited your church.  She, along with her brother and sister traveled and sang southern gospel music and were known as The Praters.  

You will also hear the amazing music ministries of The Gambles, of Kansas City, MO; Ann Cooley, who has worked with Jerry Presley and Tony Roi right here in Branson; Todd and Billie East who have a fantastic music ministry based out of Oklahoma; and Peggy McAllister who is known as the Velvet Voice of Branson.

Branson Jammin' For Jesus is a multi-layered ministry that offers free concerts to benefit the community.  Our vocalists volunteer their ministry and time to sing for the community in exchange for promotion on our poster, social media,  newspaper articles, and radio promotions.  The community brings in cash or suggested donations and 100% of that goes directly to the featured charity or organization.  An offering is taken at intermission that goes directly to the venue to help offset the cost of lighting, sound, and operating expenses of the theater.  

Our prayer is that you will be blessed attending our concerts, as you bless the featured charity with your donations, and the charities will bless the community with their specialized works.

JULY 2023

Celebrate Jesus with us as we celebrate America on the 4th of July weekend.  Sunday, July 2nd at the Branson Famous Baldknobbers Theater, 645 State Hwy 165, the music will begin at 2:00 pm with concert hosts Brian Pendergrass and Sheila Meeker, and the region’s favorite group, Abundance Quartet.

Also featured are the wonderful music ministries of the very talented saxophonist, Gary Dooms; and, from the southern gospel group 2nd Generation, Brenda Denny-Rhodes; The Garrett Sisters; and local favorite, Kenny Goodman.  These anointed guests have a burning desire to share God’s love and amazing salvation through song with you, your family, and your friends.

Free admission to Branson Jammin’ for Jesus with a suggested donation of coffee, creamer, sugar, coffee stirs, paper plates, bowls, cups, plastic knives, spoons or forks to benefit Eden Village of Springfield.  “Eden Village has lifted disabled homeless individuals off the streets, into a home within a gated community of like individuals and the support of a community center and garden".  We are so honored to be able to help support their mission through your generous donations.  Jammin’ for Jesus concerts are always free, and no one is turned away.  Make plans now to attend this amazing Gospel concert Sunday, July 2nd.  You will be blessed by God’s Word delivered through music. There will be a donation table set up for Eden Village just before you enter the theater auditorium.

https://edenvillageusa.org/springfield-mo/

JUNE 2023

Sunday, June 4, 2023 join Branson Jammin' For Jesus for a FREE GOSPEL CONCERT to benefit New Life Restoration Center.  The concert will be held at Branson's Famous Baldknobbers Theater from 2pm-4pm.  New Life Restoration Center is a home in Hollister, MO for men on the road to recovery and restoration.  Instead of a ticket purchase, items such as napkins, paper towels, toilet paper, Kleenex, and other household paper goods are suggested donations.  

The concert will feature the talents of Grammy nominated Bruce Haynes who was a long time member of The Presley's Country Jubilee.  Pastor Bruce is also the pastor of, and mentor to the men at New Life Restoration Center.  The line up continues with the amazingly talented Mary Fay Jackson, Lorraine Graham Hucks Howard, and Treena Wilt.  These ladies have a heart for God and are anxious to share The Gospel through song.  

APRIL 2023

April 2nd will be the FIRST Branson Jammin' for Jesus concert of the 2023 season.  We are so excited to kick off this year with Branson Living Legend, Bob Davidson and the anointed music ministries of Angela Seng, Donna Kilmurray and Mike Wellman.  

April's concert will benefit Dolls on Mission.  This special organization collects gently used Barbie & Ken Dolls and Hot Wheels, refurbishes them to look as good as, or better than new, then sends them out with missionaries as a tool to help share the love of Jesus with children in poverty stricken areas.  Not only will Angel Seng be ministering to us in music, Dolls on Mission is her missions ministry that we are supporting this month.  She will share with us how something as simple as a toy can break through walls of hurt and fear to change the lives of children.  We are excited to help Dolls on Mission bless children in some of the poorest areas on Earth.  

DECEMBER 2022

December 4th will be the last Jammin' concert of the 2022 season.  Rich & Anna Watson will be the featured Branson Entertainers.  Rich can be found singing at the Majestic Theater with The Sons Music Celebration 10 am Morning Show.  They are an award winning trio that you won't want to miss.

December's concert will benefit Suitcases for New Beginnings.  This special organization collects duffle bags, diaper bags, stuffed animals, diapers, diaper ointments, blankets, and books to give to children and babies in foster care.   The children who receive these gifts will now have possessions of their very own to keep and something nice to carry them in.  We are excited to help Suitcases for New Beginnings bless children in this most special Christmas month.  December can be such a wonderful time for everyone, especially children.  We are happy to help bring awareness to this organization and the special work they do.

This month we have a fantastic lineup of vocalists anxious to share their ministries.  With it being December, there will be a mix of Christmas and Gospel songs sung by some of the finest singers around.   Make plans now to attend this special Christmas concert benefitting foster children. 

NOVEMBER 2022

November's concert will benefit the Missouri Veterans Home of Mt. Vernon.  We will be collecting postage stamps for the residents, as well as full size, personal care items such as Shampoo, Body Wash, Toothpaste, Deodorant, etc.  Admission to the gospel concert is always free, but we ask that you consider bringing a donation to bless the featured charity or cash that can be used to purchase the requested items. 

This month we have a fabulous lineup for our gospel concert.  Many of our guests are Jammin' veterans but we have a husband and wife duo who will be making their first appearance on the Jammin' stage.  Kenny and Lisa Gamble will be joining us from KCMO.  They have been in music ministry their whole adult lives and can't wait to share the love of God with you through music.  All our vocalists have the heart and desire to minister God's love through their music.  You will be blessed.  Plan to attend and bring your friends and family with you.  The concert will bless you and you will be a blessing to Missouri Veterans.