Thank you for visiting our new Internet site. We want to give you the opportunity to stay in touch with our family and our mission.

You can reach us at 607-382-2452 and by mail at PO Box 148, Avoca, NY 14809. We are looking forward to hearing from you. You can also contact us at our e-mail address: payneband@yahoo.com.

If you are not familiar with our ministry, we would be pleased to hear from you! Please let us know what your needs and questions are; we will be more than happy to help.

In brief, you should know the following about us: our ministry began in 1980  and has been responsible for providing the gospel message in song and testimony ever since. We are missionaries with Independent Gospel Missions, located in Rochester, NY. You can visit their site at www.igmonline.org. You can make donations to our ministry by going to this website.

We have been used by the Lord to minister to many lives in several states, traveling extensively on the East coast. Our music emphasis is not for entertainment, as we want to allow the Lord to meet your spiritual needs. However, you will not be disappointed. Several of our original songs have become the favorites of many. Our songs have been played on National radio stations across many parts of the country.

Pastors have us in their church for special meetings. Because of our versatility, we have the capabilities to do many kinds of services. Sunday school picnics, children's rallies, Vacation Bible schools, gospel music festivals, camps, pulpit supply, and open-air crusades are just some of the many facets of our ministry. We even use puppets for the VBS's and special events. Marlene makes her own puppets and can make them for you.  Just call for more information @  607-377-0898.

We have always been concerned with the importance of a family. When Charlie preaches, his messages are often dealing with the family, and the importance of putting God first in your daily lives. Charlie is very down-to-earth, understandable, and practical in his preaching.

Charlie and Marlene have been married since 1972 and have six children. All of them have been involved with the ministry until they decided it was time to marry or be out on their own. They now have two married children and six grandchildren. They still have the three girls living at home, learning to play instruments, and helping with the vocals. They are a tremendous part of this ministry. All of their children are/or have been home-schooled. 

Serving With: 
Independent Gospel Missions                               
990 Calkins Rd.         
Rochester, NY 14623 585-334-9048

For contributions go to  www.igmonline.org.