Roger Bennett

Passin' the faith along are the Florida Boys, who mark 50 years together, Larry Gatlin, one country music's top talents, The Steeles, one of the newest additions to country gospel and the energetic Roy Lewis with the Lewis Family. Finding that faith is a hard secret to keep, the Homecoming Friends are "helping to build the faith of another" on a brand new video from the Indiana Roof Ballroom in Indianapolis.

"The Cathedrals: A Farewell Celebration" captures this legendary group during one of their finest - and most emotional - hours. This video was taped at a live concert in the Ryman Auditorium on the Nashville stop of the group's 1999 farewell tour. The farewell celebration, hosted by Bill Gaither, attracted some of the biggest names in gospel music. Shown paying musical tribute to the Cathedrals are the Statler Brothers, the Oak Ridge Boys, Sandi Patty, Guy Penrod and others.

You'd recognize the sound anywhere - the rich, deep bass voice, the clear resonating lead singer, the close 4-part harmonies, the excitement that only a Southern Gospel Quartet can create. Put it all together and you have the Cathedrals, probably the best-known gospel quartet. The sound of the group has always been woven around the two creators of the group, Glen Payne - lead, and George Younce - the bass. [Bill Gaither]