Here is track one from John's new CD, The Greater Cause. This was recorded at PC3 Indy.

PC3 Indy Review!

Petra fans from as far away as California and New Jersey came to the 3^rd Petra Convention known as PC3 on May 5^th in Indianapolis. “Petheads” celebrated the 40^th anniversary of Petra.  The convention was held at the Wingate Hotel in a conference room small enough to make a cozy atmosphere where fans were able to mingle with the artists that they love.

Highlights of the all day event included a listening party for John Schlitt’s new CD, The Greater Cause.  John described the inspiration behind every song on the album. He invited Dorla, his wife of 40 years, to come up front and join him during the song he wrote for her, “ The Gift”. 

Three of the four original Petra members were there: John DeGroff, Bill Glover, and Greg Hough. They form a group now called GHF (God Has Forgiven). They joined John Schlitt for a question and answer session where they shared stories about the early years (and not so early years) of Petra.

There were tables full of old Petra memorabilia—album covers, magazines, promotional items and even concert posters that dated back to 1972. Tee shirts from different stages of Petra history hung from the walls.    

The Jeremy Towne Band, a local band from the Mooresville Church of God excited the crowd with a set of several modern worship songs.

After a short dinner break, Sam Scales took the stage and preformed a full set of her heartfelt songs and shared her testimony. Several of her songs were from her latest CD, Eyes On The Road.

 Next, GHF ripped up the stage with some of their own material and old Petra songs.  They were joined by Warren Arnold (Sam Scales’ husband) on saxophone and Garry Jones on blues harp for a rousing Christian rendition of “Stormy Monday Blues”. You’ve heard of the Godfather of Soul? GHF are the Godfathers of classic Christian rock.

 The day of fun and memories ended with John Schlitt. He sang his classics, Petra classics and songs from his new release, “The Greater Cause”. John had the audience on its feet.  He ended the night with an amazing performance of his new radio hit, “ Hope That Saves The World”. After tonight’s performance it’s obvious why he was named Best Christian Rock Singer by GospelMusicChannel.com.

Everyone had a great time and we all felt blessed to share our love for Petra, but most of all, our love for God.

--June Pugh

Itickets Update

Monday is the last day that you can buy your PC3 tickets on itickets.com. After Monday you can call me direct to put your tickets on a credit card. My number 317-445-6115. I'm able to take Visa, Master Card, Discover & American Express. Tickets are only $20 in advance or $30 cash at the door the day of the show. The doors will open at 12:30. The Convention starts at 1:00 sharp.http://www.itickets.com/events/284877/Indianapolis_IN/PC3_INDY!_Gathering_of_Petheads!_Celebrating_40_Years_of_Petra.html

Hotel Update!

The Wingate Hotel has agreed to keep the discounted rooms going till Monday April 23^rd! This is your last chance to reserve a room for the Petra fan convention! Rooms are just about sold out!

The rooms are $69 for a regular room or $99 for a suite.
The Wingate Hotel phone number is 317-243-8310.
When a reservation is made, all you have to do is mention "PC3 Indy". If "PC3 Indy" is not mentioned you will not get the discount.
Reservation cut off date is April 23st.

PC3 Tentative Schedule!

PC3 Indy A Gathering Of Petheads!

Tentative Schedule May 5^th, 2012
May 5th Wingate Hotel Indianapolis Indiana

The Mooresville Church of God youth group will provide concessions

Raffles and silent auction will be going on all day

Doors open at 12:30

1:00 Convention starts -Welcome to PC3 Indy! Thank -yous and acknowledgements

1:15 - The Greater Cause CD listening party with John Schlitt

2:15 Q & A with Petra members

3:30 till 5:00 The Jeremy Towne Band

5:00 – 6:30 break for dinner

6:30 – 7:15 Sam Scales

7:15-7:30 short break

7:30 – 9:00 GHF - DeGroff, Hough & Glover

9:00 – 10:30 John Schlitt

Times and acts are subject to change

All PETRA Weekend!

The weekend of May 5th is now officially an All PETRA Weekend!
Everything kicks off at PC3 Indy on Saturday May 5th with GHF - John DeGroff, Bill Glover & Greg Hough - three of the four original members of Petra.  Headlining PC3 is the man who was the Petra front man for 20 years, John Schlitt! 
Now you have the opportunity to see Classic Petra in Nashville the very next night at the Hard Rock Cafe! As if that’s not enough… the Classic Christian Rock Preservation Society is including Meet & Greet passes! This is your chance to meet Bob Hartman, Greg X Volz, John Lawry, Louie Weaver and Mark Kelly!
These tickets will be part of the silent auction at PC3 Indy!
The only way to win the 2 tickets with meet & greet is to be at PC3 Indy on May 5th!

PC3 Indy Update 4/13/1012