Jackson Free Press

Looking for ways to uplift your spirit and stir your soul this summer? Check out these upcoming Christian music concerts at local and nearby venues.

June 22
RED, 8 p.m., at Fire (209 Commerce St., 800-745-3000 or 601-592-1000)
The alternative crossover band is known for songs about personal struggles, including the hit song "Faceless." Taddy Porter and Red Jumpsuit Apparatus also perform. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show opens with music by Oh No Fiasco at 7:30 p.m. $12.

June 24
A Night of Worship with Joseph M. Banks, 7 p.m., at Jackson Academy (4908 Ridgewood Road).
Banks is a Christian recording artist, minister of music and music producer. $15; call 601-672-7948; visit trinitytickets.com or facebook.com/josephmbanks.

June 25
ApologetiX, 7 p.m. at Cornerstone Church
(1950 Highway 80 E., Pearl, 601-420-4840)
The group specializes in biblical parodies of rock hits from the '60s through the '90s and today. $10 in advance, $15 at the door

July 9
Statewide Gospel Talent Search, 6 p.m. at the McDowell-Nance Convention Center (123 Old Airport Road, Hattiesburg, 601-584-6200)
Soloists and groups showcase their talent at the event; registration required. Also enjoy music by Patrice Moncel, the Scott County Youth Mass Choir and more. $25 soloist registration, $35 group registration, $10 late fee; $12 admission; call 601-620-8089.

July 29
CeCe Winans, 8 p.m., at Golden Moon Hotel and Casino (Highway 16 W., Choctaw).
The contemporary gospel artist performs and promotes her album "Thy Kingdom Come." $10, $50; call Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000.

July 29 and July 30
Todd Agnew, 7 p.m. at Bunker Hill Baptist Church (63 Bunker Hill Road, Columbia, 601-750-0618)

July 31
Todd Agnew, 6 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church (4514 Hillsboro Ludlow Road, Forest, 601-479-0069 or 601-775-8296)
He is famous for the hit song "Grace Like Rain." Free.