Gala dinner, gigantic concert marks Gatling's 15th anniversary

Gala dinner, gigantic concert marks Gatling's 15th anniversary

There is no doubt that Lafayette Gatling Sr., president and CEO and his wife Marguerite Gatling, vice president of Gatling's Chapel Inc., are possessed with a love of singing, which is why there will be plenty of music for the 15th anniversary of their organization.

Beyond their enjoyment of music, particularly singing, there was a vision to serve people, which inspired Lafayette to become involved in caring for those who lost their beloved relatives.

While the Gatlings considered their hopes, they based their actions and future on Christian principles and therefore all those whom they have served have been satisfied and those who assist them in the company are supportive of their ideals.

Their aim and motto are "Gatling's Crossroads To Greater Success" that has led the couple to unveil the Gatling's Community Development Project in Country Club Hills. The project began Oct. 15, 1994 with the purchase of 445 acres of land located in Country Club Hills. It is the largest tract of land left in Cook County under development.

Said the Gatlings, "As we enter the first year of the millennium, we praise God for the progress that's been made in their efforts to develop the largest, vacant tract of land left in Cook County. Construction is underway for a multi-screen Cineplex Theater and the grand opening is near. Other phases will consist of a shopping center and other projects that will provide great service for the people.

Bandleader, producer and composer Gene Barge will lead the orchestra in music fit for a king during the gala dinner. He is producer of the CPR Recording Studio that has as its label Thisit Records.

All through the year, the Gatlings are committed to preserve traditional gospel that inspires rather than excites and entertains. In addition, there is the Gatling Print Shop, a Gospel Music Foundation and True Gospel Productions Inc., managed by Dr. Princella Hudson-Gilliam.

The 15th anniversary concert will be held on Sunday, June 4 at 3 p.m., consisting of music and the spoken word at Gatling's Chapel Annex, 10133 S. Halsted St.

Special guests will be Dr. Robert L. Holloman, pastor of Nebo Missionary Baptist Church, Murfreesboro, N.C. and Dr. Ernest Jones, pastor, and the Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Michigan City, Ind.

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