Ordinary People-James Cleveland

The contemporary gospel style came into prominence in the 1970's. It was started by the baby boomers that had grown up during the "golden era of gospel." It's a new style of gospel, with a different beat, some of it may include sounds of r&b, jazz, and other forms of music, and not always dealing with strict biblical teaching, rather offering a message of inspiration and thought. It has been said that Edwin Hawkins is the father of modern contemporary gospel, stemming from his breakthrough version of "Oh Happy Day" in 1969. However there were a few more before him, but his recording started the revolution.

Salem Baptist Church is a mega church located in Omaha, NE. The church is affiliated with the National Baptist Convention, USA (NBCUSA). In 1944, Reverend J.C. Wade Sr., pastor of the Riverside Baptist Church of Memphis, Tennessee, accepted the position as senior pastor and was installed in July of that same year. Under Pastor Wade's leadership, the membership grew from 250 to over 1,000. In March of 1971, the structure at 3336 Lake Street was built. The church was completed in April 1972, with a seating capacity of over 650 in the Sanctuary, 150 in the Chapel, 300 in the balcony & a nursery. An education wing was built with several classrooms to accomodate up to 375 people. Pastor Wade led the church faithfully for over 40 years, but due to failing health, retired as senior pastor in 1987. On August 30, 1999, he went home to be with the Lord. In 1998, Salem's vision was realized with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new edifice, at 3131 Lake Street. On January 23, 2000, the Salem family marched from 3336 Lake Street into their new church home located at 3131 Lake Street. Rev. Dr. Selwyn Q. Bachus was called by God to be the Senior Pastor of Salem Baptist Church in July of 2005.

James Cleveland know as the "Crown Prince of Gospel" in the late 60's and early 70's. He was later crowned the "King of Gospel." During his career James performed with various groups and choirs, he even form his own group the James Cleveland Singers that accompanied for several years. James was instrumental in forming one of the largest choir organizations the Gospel Workshop Music Workshop of America, which is still in existence today. James won acculades from his peers in the gospel field, as well a numerous awards including Grammys. He also founded and pastored the Cornerstone Institutional Baptist Church in Los Angels.

The song Ordinary People was penned by songwriter/gospel singer/Danniebelle Hall. She was best-known as a featured vocalist on several '70s hits by Andrae Crouch & the Disciples', including "Soon and Very Soon," "Take Me Back," "Tell Them," and "Quiet Times." Hall also penned songs that would be recorded by such notable artists as Eartha Kitt, Pat Boone, and James Cleveland. In addition, Hall formed a San Francisco-area gospel quartet, called the Danniebelles, as well as ministering at several different churches and recording a pair of solo albums in the '90s. On December 28, 2000, Hall passed away near San Jose, CA.

This rendering of Ordinary People is from a 1978 album, "James Cleveland Presents The Salem Inspirational Choir," their debut on Savoy records.

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