About Us
Who We Are
Four the Cross Gospel Group began in 2011 when Larry, Mark,
and Richard came together to form a new gospel quartet based
on their passion for singing southern gospel music. We were blessed to gain Vernon and Pete shortly after and became the Quartet. Recently we have added Edwin Joyner Jr. and now have changed to a ”Gospel Group” vs a “Quartet”
We sing a variety of music styles such as the Gaither Vocal Band, Gold City, Signature Sound, The Cathedrals and more, in addition to original music. Our goal is to use the talent God gave us to spread the gospel and good news of Jesus Christ through music.
Mission Statement
We believe, standing firm upon the foundation placed by Jesus Christ, Son of God Almighty, who loves us so much that He was born into human flesh, lived among us, became a humble servant, and suffered a cruel and agonizing death to pay for all sin. He rose from that death and ascended into Heaven to be our advocate at the right hand of the Father, as our Lord and Savior. Our mission is to share the life and love of Jesus through music and spoken word. In our daily lives, we demonstrate our faith by attending our local churches, giving to the needs of others, and loving our families as Christ has loved us.
Individual Bios
Larry DeTienne
Larry has been married to his amazing wife, Linda, for 49 years. They have two kids, Britt (wife, Tiffany) and Lindsey, and two beautiful grandchildren, Soleil and Archer. They attend Evangel Assembly of God, where they have faithfully served and led for 49 years. Larry sings on the praise and worship team and also serves on the church board.
Larry has been involved in gospel music for over 46 years. Prior to Four the Cross, he sang with the New Wine Quartet, The DeTienne’s Family Trio, The Huffman Family Band, and The Calvary Echoes.
Mark Hall
Mark and his lovely wife, Paula, have been married 37 years. They have two children, Destiny and Nick (wife, Sara), and are also the proud grandparents of Luke, Lexi, and Bentley.
Mark is a graduate of the Worship College in Wichita. Mark, a former music pastor, sang with “His Three”, a contemporary gospel trio, with the “Calvary Echoes” quartet and a brief stent with the "Forgiven" quartet. Mark and his family currently attend Glenn Park Christian Church in Wichita.
Richard Meier
Richard and his loving wife, Barbara, have been married 51 years and currently attend Glenn Park Christian Church.
Richard studied music at Wichita State University and God graciously allowed him to pursue singing on a limited basis with different church choirs and groups. In 2011, God allowed Richard the great privilege to minister through music with Four the Cross. Humbly seeking God’s will, this group will be able to share God’s glory for as long as He desires.
Vernon (LV) Smith
Vern and his wife, Kristy, attend 1st Nazarene Church in Wichita, KS.
Vern has a long history of music and was a Madrigal singer and member of the choir in high school. In church, he has been involved with music through choir, groups, the praise and worship team, and as a soloist throughout his life. In addition to singing with Four the Cross, Vern has another ministry singing for nursing homes and assisted living facilities throughout Wichita and surrounding areas.
Pete Peters
Pete brings extreme knowledge and experience in music to Four the Cross as our Sound Engineer in addition to vocalist.
Pete’s experience includes vocals and sound with the groups Beyond a Doubt (BAD), Soul Purpose, and Hearts For Him, as well as singing with the Central Community Church Choir for 20 years.
Edwin Joyner Jr.
Junior and wife Nichole have been married for 30 years, Have 3 beautiful daughters and 3 amazing grandkids with another on the way.
Junior has had a passion for music most of his life... Co-founding and singing with the Acapella group " Beyond A Doubt" (w/ Pete Peters) in 1999 at Central community Church in Wichita ks...as well as singing with Larry Detienne in the Church Quartet at Evangel Assembly of God in Wichita KS (2003).
Blessed with an incredible vocal range (4 1/2 octaves) Junior brings with him the ability to sing any part from low bass, to high tenor.
Junior and his wife have attended Central community Church since 1999 and is very active with the choir and worship teams.
“I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing the praises of your name, O Most High.” Psalm 9:2 (NIV)
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