Fran began his professional career fronting the group "McKendree Spring," touring with some of the most exciting artists of the 70's- the Everly Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, Frank Zappa & the Mothers of Invention, Elton John, Ike & Tina Turner, Joni Mitchell, Randy Newman, the Byrds, Jethro Tull, and Van Morrison, as well as playing at Carnegie Hall, the Fillmore East, Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, and with Billy Preston, the first ever rock concert at Radio City Music Hall.

 

             Later on, Fran turned his attention to working within the church to share his passion and gifts with others. Our current diocesan songbook has no less than 20 songs from his tapes and CD’s, and his concerts are always joyous occasions. He has entertained and inspired at countless retreats all across the United States, with frequent stops here in Mississippi. When seeking musicians for the Tent Event, Fran was an obvious choice and a powerful addition to that transforming event in our diocesan life. Please make plans to join us for this event. The concert is being presented free-of-charge, but we will be accepting donations of money and canned food at the door to benefit the ministries of Stewpot and Billy Brumfield.

 

             A few words from Fran:"My hope is to remain thankful for and receptive to the movement of God in my life, and to do this in a humble, energetic manner, celebrating our differences and similarities as creatures of God, and remembering always that we are called to actualize our faith in the world around us."