Welcome to The Hyssongs web site! This section is where we keep you informed about the latest news concerning our family. We hope you come back often to see what is new and continue to keep us in your thoughts and prayers.

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January 25, 2010

        Check out the gallery for new photos of Makayla at Christmas In The Smokies, our family Christmas and more.  It's hard to believe that she is 18 months already!

January 13, 2010

        The new year is here and we are keeping busy.  God has blessed us with a full schedule.  Makayla is nearing 18 months and had her appointments with her cardiologist and neurologist.  The tumors in her heart are continuing to shrink and he said that they have shrunk 75% from the size they were originally!!!  The neurologist said that she is developing normally and that she is advanced for her age.  Just last week, Makayla came down with a viral infection as well as a bacterial infection.  So she is on medication and is getting back to her normal self.  She is a very active and talkative little girl.  

Decemer 26, 2009

        Our family had a wonderful Christmas.  It was exciting to see Makayla opening her presents.  She had a grand time tearing off all the paper.  What a great time to celebrate our Savior's birth.  We pray that you all had a blessed Christmas. We are looking forward to another year of serving our Lord.

December 7, 2009

        Well, all the lights are being strung and trees are being trimmed getting ready for Christmas.  What a joyous time of year when we can celebrate the birth of Jesus.

        This year, Makayla will have a little bit more of an idea about Christmas and why we celebrate.  She gets all excited when she sees lights and Christmas trees all decorated.  She surprises us all the time with new words that she has learned and different things she has picked up just by watching us.  She is fun just to watch.  We do go back to the cardiologist and the neurologist this month, so please keep Makayla in your prayers.  More pictures will be added to the gallery soon.

        We now have our two new CDs, EXPECTING MIRACLES and CHILDREN'S SONGS VOL. 1.  You can learn more about these two CDs by clicking on the music button.  Expecting Miracles is our new trio CD and we also did the Children's Songs Vol. 1 and brought in a choir of children to help us sing them.  These are songs that your kids and grandkids can sing along with.  If you would like to order either of these CDs, you can call us, e-mail, or send by mail and order form with a check.

        Our family looks forward to seeing you at a concert in the near future.

November 16, 2009

        This is a busy and exciting time of year as we approach Thanksgiving and Christmas.  We hope to see you at Christmas In The Smokies in two weeks or an upcoming concert.

        We have two new CDs coming out at the beginning of December.  One is a Children's CD with several familiar songs that children enjoy singing along to.  The other is called "Expecting Miracles", our new trio CD.  It has great new songs and also includes a moving narration.  If you would like to pre-order either of these CDs to have them for Christmas, you can print out our order form, call us, or e-mail and we will send them right out to you.  Check out our music page for more details on the CDs.  

October 25, 2009

        HAPPY BIRTHDAY DELL!!!

October 19, 2009

        Today Makayla is 15 months old!  I can't believe how time flies.  Check out the gallery for some updated photos.

October 7, 2009

         Fall is here and the leaves are beautiful.  This month there is much cause for celebration in our family as Richard and Kelly had their 4th year anniversary on October 1st.  Tomorrow, October 8th, is Susan's birthday and on the 25th is Dell's birthday.

         Makayla is walking now and getting everywhere she wants to go and getting into everything as well.  She will be 15 months on October 19th.  She is growing up so fast.  Check out the gallery in a couple of days.  I will post some pictures of her walking.

         Also, check out our schedule as we do have until the end of October up right now.  Our family looks forward to seeing you when we are in your area.

September 30, 2009

         We had a great time at the National Quartet Convention a couple of weeks ago.  It was a wonderful time and we enjoyed meeting and talking with everyone who stopped by to visit.  Our family looks forward to seeing you at a concert near you.  Check out our schedule page for the next two weeks of concerts.

September 10, 2009

         It has been a great summer and very busy.  We are currently working on a new project due out in a few months.  In a few days we will be at the National Quartet Convention.  If you will be there, we would love to see you.

         Makayla is doing very well.  She is coming so close to walking.  It won't be long now.  She has taken a couple of steps, so we are excited.  We go back to the cardiologist and neurologist in November and December.  When we get an update, we will post it.  Thank you all for your continued prayers for Makayla.

July 25, 2009

         Check out the gallery and see pictures from Makayla's first birthday party.

July 19, 2009

         Today Makayla celebrated her first birthday!!!  It is amazing how fast time flies.

July 2, 2009

         Our song, "Just Stand," is being played from coast to coast, including XM Satellite and has made both Singing News and Christian Voice charts.  Thank you for requesting our song to local radio stations.  This weekend we celebrate Independence Day and we will be doing three patriotic concerts.  We look forward to seeing you there.

June 25, 2009

         Our family has been busy in the last few weeks.  The concerts have been wonderful with people's lives being changed.  Richard continues to do his radio program, "Joy For The Journey", on 88.9 FM every Saturday from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM.  Makayla keeps us busy as she gets around and into everything she can.  She is doing well right now and on schedule developmentally.  Thank you for all your prayers as she continues to develop.

         Check out the Upcoming Trips above and come with us on vacation.  The Alaska Cruise is a great price right now, but it will go up soon.  We are also going to Pigeon Forge, TN at the beginning of December and to the Western Caribbean next February.  Come join us!

June 5, 2009

         We had a GREAT time with THE HOPPERS last weekend.  All three concerts were well attended and the Maine and Massachusetts concerts were sold out.  Soon you will be able to see pictures posted in the gallery.

         Makayla is crawling all over the place and pulling herself up to stand.  It won't be long and she'll be walking.  We still can't believe that she will be a year old in July.  Where did the time go?  Check the gallery soon and you will find more pictures of Makayla too.

May 12, 2009

         Please keep Susan and her family in prayer as her father, from Tennessee, passed away last night.

May 10, 2009

        Check out the Upcoming Trips link above for information on the Alaska Cruise in July of 2010.  Book your room early because the prices will go up.  Come join us for a great time of singing, eating and sightseeing.

        The Hoppers' concerts are right around the corner.  If you haven't gotten your tickets yet, purchase them soon so you don't miss the great concert.

April 30, 2009

        Yesterday, Makayla had two appointments with the neurologist and pediatric cardiologist.  The neurologist was very pleased with the way she is developing and sees no lapse in her development at this time.  He even said she is a little ahead of schedule.  The pediatric cardiologist was amazed at how good she looked and how much she has grown.  Her heart rate is normal and from looking at the ultrasound, the tumor that was blocking blood flow continues to shrink, as well as all the others.  We praise the Lord for the miracle he is continuing in Makayla's life.  Thank you all for your prayers and concern for Makayla.  We appreciate them so much.

April 23, 2009

         The Hyssongs' new DVD is now available for purchase.  Go to the Music page to check out this new DVD Live From Pigeon Forge, TN.  Makayla makes her DVD debut. Call and order yours today.

April 17, 2009

March 24, 2009

          If you missed our interview on WVSG radio this morning, you can hear it again tonight at 9:00 PM on www.wvsgradio.com. 

          People have been asking about Makayla's health.  We appreciate your prayers.  She will not have another appointment until April 27th.  We will not know anything more until then, but she seems to be developing and growing normally right now.  Check out the gallery for some updated pictures of Makayla.

March 9, 2009

          Our song, "Just Stand", has been released to national radio stations.  It is being well received already.  Call your local radio station and request The Hyssongs' "Just Stand".  To find a station near you, e-mail or contact us.

          If you have XM or Sirius radio you can hear many of our songs on Enlighten 34.

March 4, 2009

          We have been very busy this last month.  The Lord has blessed us with a full schedule.  Richard continues to host his radio program on Saturdays from 2:00-6:00 PM on God's Country 88.9 called "Joy For The Journey". 

          Keep checking back for more information on three concerts that the Hyssongs will be doing with The Hoppers in New England and how you can purchase tickets.

          Makayla is growing and she always keeps us laughing.  It's hard to believe that she is now 7 and a half months old. 

February 2, 2009

          Check out the photo gallery.  I have added more pictures of Makayla.  I can't believe how much she is growing.  Continue to pray for her as we travel.  The Upcoming Trips page is completed for Christmas In The Smokies as well as next year's Gospel singing cruise to the western Caribbean.  Come join us for these events you will not want to miss.  If you want more information on either trip or are planning to come, please contact us at (207)751-1966 or e-mail at dell@thehyssongs.com. 

January 19, 2009

           It is with great excitement that we share the release of our new CD, "Faithful".  It has a lot of great songs on it, including one that Richard sings for his new daughter, Makayla.  Take a look at our music page for a list of the songs.  If you would like to order "Faithful" please contact us by phone or e-mail at (207)751-1966 or dell@thehyssongs.com.

January 11, 2009

           We have started our Florida tour and have enjoyed seeing old friends, including friends we had met at Rumney.  We have an incredibly busy schedule that we praise the Lord for.  Some friends have graciously allowed us to use their home to base out of while we are in Florida. 

           Our song, "Here I Go Again", hit #9 on the Gospel Music News radio charts.  Some may wonder why that's important.  Yesterday Richard received a call from someone who heard one of our songs on her local radio station and she explained how the song has made a difference in her life during a difficult time.  She had called the station to hear the song again and then proceeded to call her family members and have them listen too.  We thank the Lord for using our songs to touch many people.

          Makayla is a good little traveler, although she is still too small to carry the heavier equipment.

December 19, 2008

           On Wednesday Makayla had two appointments in Portland with her neurologist and cardiologist.  The first saw that she is still developing normally.  The second looked at her heart and saw that the tumor that was blocking 55% of blood flow through her heart is now only blocking 20%!  Her heart is still beating normally and she is getting plenty of blood flow.  Both doctors okayed her for travel and for that we praise the Lord.  Thank you for your prayers and concern.  Please continue to pray as Makayla continues to grow and develop.  She brings such joy into our lives.

December 14, 2008

           Makayla had her appointment at the hospital.  The next day, our pediatrician called to tell us that her kidneys are normal with no tumors in them.  Praise the Lord!

December 10, 2008

           Last week at Pigeon Forge everything went great.  You do not want to miss next year.  More information will be under Upcoming Trips in the next week or two.  Our family will be on southern gospel's #1 radio show, Paul Heil's "Gospel Greats" this weekend.  To see where you can hear the program in your area visit www.thegospelgreats.com. 

           Makayla has an appointment tomorrow.  We will let you know how that turns out.

November 25, 2008

           Yesterday Makayla had an appointment with the geneticist.  She saw that Makayla was developing normally at this point, doing everything a four month old should.  They had done some tests and they came back normal.  Before the next appointment there will be more tests done.  We know this good report is a result of all the prayers being said on her behalf.  Thank you all for your continued prayers and concern.  We are excited for Makayla's first Thanksgiving and all the joy she is bringing to our lives.  From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!

November 17, 2008

            We have driven all over the Southeast the last few days.  After last night's concert two ladies came to the altar to get saved and two more received Christ during the morning service.  We recorded a TV program on TV 33 out of LaGrange, GA last night.  Driving today we saw snow in Virginia.

November 14, 2008

            We've had two very busy weeks.  Our family has seen many come to Christ, including five in Canton, NC.

            Last week we finished our vocals and mixing on our next CD.  It should be released around the first of the year.

            Last night we were on the John Lanier Show and had a great time.  The show will be broadcasted in December.  Makayla was there with us and she made her first television appearance at just seventeen weeks old.  She seemed to enjoy it because after the cameras stopped rolling, she smiled and cooed half the night.

            Speaking of Makayla, the cardiologist called to let us know the latest heart monitor results.  As he suspected, the heartbeat is normal right now.  Keep praying as God is doing great things in her life.  Thank you for your concerns and friendship.  Check out our gallery. In the next week we will have more pictures posted.

November 2, 2008

            Our new radio song, "Here I Go Again", has just charted at #16 in the Gospel Music News.  To view the Southern Gospel Chart, go to www.gospelmusicnews.org and click on "Top 100 Chart".

            Three people came to Christ last Sunday.  Praise the Lord.

October 27, 2008

            Thank you for your prayers and concern for Makayla.  Makayla had two appointments today.  The first one with her neurologist and the second one with the pediatric cardiologist.  Even with all the brain tumors, Makayla is developing well right now.  Her progress will be closely monitored and we are going day by day.  The cardiologist said for the first time that the tumor in the aorta is shrinking.  It is not affecting the blood flow and he does not foresee a complete blockage, praise the Lord!  He also mentioned that the heart is now not only beating normally, but also at the correct speed.  The other 19 tumors in the heart are not affecting the heart at this point.  Makayla is now cleared to travel with us anywhere in the country.  Please continue to keep her in prayer.  We have many more tests coming up and we'll keep you updated.  Check out new photos in the gallery.

October 22, 2008

            We had a great weekend and saw many of our friends and made many new ones as well.

            Our event with the radio station WDYN down in Chattanooga, TN is now scheduled at 6:30 PM.  You should come early to get a seat.  Check out our schedule to see when we will be in your area.

            Makayla has two appointments on Monday, the 27th.  She will see the neurologist and the heart specialist.  These are only checkups to see what is going on now.  We will keep you posted next week.  Also we will have more pictures of her as well as pictures of our trip this weekend posted in the gallery.  Thank you for your continued prayers.

October 16, 2008

            This Saturday, October 18th, you can listen to an interview with the Hyssongs on WVSG radio.  Just tune in at www.wvsgradio.com at 3:00 PM to hear the interview.

            Richard's program can be heard a week from Saturday due to the radio station's Share-a-thon.  He can be heard at the Share-a-thon on Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.  Tune in at www.worshipradionetwork.org and support your local Christian radio station.

October 15, 2008

            Check out Makayla's gallery.  We added more pictures, including one of Richard and Kelly with their daughter.  Makayla is doing the same.  We are having more appointments at the end of the month.  We want to thank you for your continued prayer for Makayla.

October 8, 2008

              The Hyssongs have partnered with Compassion International, an organization that provides for physical needs as well as spiritual needs of starving children in 24 countries.  For only $32 per month you can sponsor a child.  You will receive a picture of the child as well as information about him/her.  If you would like to partner with us in providing for these helpless children, please call us at (207)751-1966.

October 1, 2008 

              Thank you for your prayers.  Yesterday Makayla came through the MRI okay.    The test did show that she has benign tumors in her brain.  She also saw a neurologist with the results.  He cannot give a future diagnosis, but did say that Makayla is developing normally right now.  Please keep Makayla in your prayers as she continues to develop.  We will have another appointment for her heart at the end of the month.  Look for more pictures of Makayla in the gallery soon!  

September 19, 2008

September 14, 2008

September 6, 2008     

             Makayla had an appointment today and her aorta is 55% blocked by a tumor.  Praise God nothing has changed!  She goes back for more tests at the end of September.   Makayla and Kelly will not be travelling with us for now, per the specialist's orders as Makayla needs to be close to the specialist.   We look forward to when Kelly and Makayla can go back on the road.   Pray for Richard as he will be away from home so much with the busy schedule.

August 21, 2008

          It has been a whirlwind week singing in Maine, Ohio, and Vermont.  In each concert we saw God move.  The doctor allowed Makayla to travel with us and she attended her first Hyssong concert in Ohio.  However, she only lasted thirty minutes before becoming hungry.  In a couple days we will update you on Makayla's health.  We will be adding more pictures to the gallery soon, including one of the three of us.  

          Many have been asking about Richard's new radio program on 88.9 God's Country out of the state of Maine.  You can listen to it on Saturday from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM on worshipradionetwork.org and click on Listen Live.  You will be inspired by the music as well as listen to Richard talk about The Hyssong's travels, personal experiences with other artists, and stories.  We know that you will be encouraged as you listen each week.

August 12, 2008

          Thank you for your prayers and concern about Makayla.  She has a scheduled test with the cardiologist next week.  At this point we have to wait until late September for more tests and an MRI.  They want to wait until she grows a little bigger.  After this we will see what further steps need to be taken.  The doctors are keeping a close eye on her until then.

          Our song, "God Is There", has hit the charts again for September and is climbing.  As you can imagine, that song has more meaning to Richard and Kelly than it ever has before.

          There are still spots available for both the cruise and Pigeon Forge.  For details, click on the above link, Upcoming Trips.

          Check out the updated schedule.  We look forward to seeing you in your area.

August 5, 2008

         Please keep Makayla in your prayers.  The doctors have found tumors in her heart and on Friday also found tumors in her brain.  Remember Makayla, as well as Richard and Kelly at this time.  More tests will be performed in the upcoming weeks.  Check out the gallery for more pictures of Makayla.

July 27, 2008

         1.  "God Is There" is #61 on the charts for the month of August.  It has been on the charts and climbing for three months now.  Call your local southern gospel radio station and request it today.  

         2.  Tune in to 88.9 FM on Saturdays from 2:00 PM-6:00 PM as Richard now hosts a show called "Joy For The Journey".  You will be blessed as you listen to country Christian as well as southern gospel music.

         3.  Richard and Kelly are excited to announce the birth of Makayla Lynn, born on Saturday, July 19th at 4:44 AM.  She weighed in at 8 pounds 2 ounces and measured 20 and a half inches long.  Look for more pictures soon in the gallery.