“ALL TOGETHER FOR GOOD” IS THE LATEST SINGLE FROM HUSBAND & WIFE DUO, ALABASTER GRACE

May 4, 2023 Bryan Seltzer Christian, Current Events, Entertainment, Faith, Family, Human Interest 0

Award-Winning Former NASA Rocket Scientist & Educator’s Latest is an Upbeat Guitar-Driven Worship Song Based on God’s Romans 8:28 Promise to Us as Believers

NASHVILLE, TN. (May 4, 2023) – Brad Perry, a highly decorated former NASA rocket scientist, and his wife, Joanie Perry, a dedicated educator—together known professionally as Alabaster Grace—have released their latest single, “All Together for Good,” from Westar Media Group.
 
For the follow-up to their most recent single, “Let Your Fire Fall,” the couple called on the talents of multiple Dove Award-winning producer Chris Bevins (producer and keyboards for Selah, Christine D’Clario, Salvador, Jaci Velasquez), to bring a unique perspective to the recording of “All Together for Good,” and to make it shine.
 
In addition to serving as keyboardist, Bevins brought in some of Nashville’s other top studio musicians for the recording, including drummer Dan Needham (Amy Grant, Jeremy Camp, Michael McDonald, Sting), guitarist Mike Payne (Casting Crowns, Francesca Battistelli, Mandisa, Lauren Daigle, Natalie Grant), and bassist Jacob Lowery (Gaither Vocal Band, Seth & Nirva).
 
“Alabaster Grace has brought the timeless message of God’s faithfulness into clear focus with their new song ‘All Together for Good,’” says Bevins. “From Brad’s soulful lead guitars to Joanie’s strong vocal melodies and harmonies, the joy and confidence we have as believers is on full display. Weaving Scripture together with modern rhythms, singing, and clapping, this song will remind you that God can be fully trusted, and that He brings light and purpose to our lives.”
 
Husband and wife duo Alabaster Grace is composed of award-winning former NASA rocket scientist, Brad Perry (L) and his wife, librarian and educator Joanie Perry (R). The two have released their new single, “All Together for Good,” from Westar Media Group. (Image courtesy of Alabaster Grace, Keoni Keur photo)
 
Joanie Perry, Alabaster Grace’s primary songwriter, penned the song, while Brad Perry wrote the guitar parts and the powerful bridge. Together, Joanie and Brad further developed the song and crafted the arrangement along with Bevins.
 
“This song is based on the promise of Romans 8:28, ‘We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to His purpose (NRSV),’” says Brad, an ordained minister who often shares a sermon along with Alabaster Grace’s musical performances. “This one verse encapsulates all of God’s promises from Genesis to Revelation, and it sits at the pinnacle of the Bible’s greatest explanation of what it means to be a child of God, as described in the first eight chapters of Romans. Romans 8:28 can change your life and make you resilient and cheerful regardless of your circumstances. Our latest single release, ‘All Together for Good,’ is focused on God’s promise in Romans 8:28 to us as believers. When we focus on glorifying God in everything we do, He will work everything out for His good, and that is, by definition, for our good, too!”
 
“‘All Together for Good’ is based on the promise of Romans 8:28,” says Joanie. “Our ministry is focused on offering God’s hope and encouragement to a world that is in desperate need. This is a very happy song with a very catchy chorus: We know that all things together work / all things together for good to those who are the children of God.”
 
“‘All Together for Good’ is a perfect upbeat song for ‘all those who love God.’” says Kathryn Livingston, Westar Media Group’s Director of Client Services. “This song will brighten up your day and leave you inspired. I highly recommend listening to this new great single.”
 
Alabaster Grace’s new single, “All Together for Good,” can be streamed on Spotify or YouTube.
 
For more information about Alabaster Grace, visit alabastergraceministries.org, or follow on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
About Alabaster Grace:
He was a rocket scientist. She was a teacher. Today, they are Alabaster Grace, creating eclectic, thoughtful worship music that is as diverse and intriguing as their life story.
 
Brad Perry grew up in a Christian home and was drawn to aeronautics and space from a young age. As a boy, Brad and his father even constructed a full-scale model of the Apollo Command Module in their basement, in which Brad simulated an actual Apollo mission in real time. Local and national media outlets covered his feat, which led to his NASA career.
 
At age 18, while studying aerospace engineering at Georgia Tech, Brad became one of the youngest cooperative education students to ever start at NASA.
 
Former NASA rocket scientist, Brad Perry (L) along with his wife, librarian and educator Joanie Perry (R), create emotive, thoughtful worship experiences as Alabaster Grace (Keoni Keur photo)
 
After graduation, he was hired by NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Except for a six-year stint flying as a U.S. Air Force pilot, he worked continuously for NASA until retiring in 2013.
 
During Brad’s NASA career, he was on the design team of the International Space Station, served as an astronaut instructor for the Space Shuttle, and eventually became the Director of NASA’s Science Support Office.
 
His hard work earned two of NASA’s highest honors—the Exceptional Service Medal and the Outstanding Leadership Medal.
 
While Brad had his eyes to the sky, Joanie was, and still is, a tour de force as a singer, songwriter, educator, and librarian. Throughout a challenging childhood and difficult marriage, which led to divorce, Joanie learned to trust God. When she and Brad met on Christian Mingle, she never once doubted God’s divine plan for her life.
 
“Sometimes God will do miracles beyond what you can even think or imagine, just as the Bible says,” Joanie muses. “When Brad came along, God gave me a second chance to share my life with someone who truly loves me, cherishes me, and accepts me for who I am. And, as an added bonus, the Lord has allowed us to be partners in our music ministry.”
 
Long before this pair of licensed ministers met in 2012 and started their musical ministry as Alabaster Grace, Brad and Joanie each learned to cling to God’s promises. Especially dear to them is Romans 8:28 — “We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to His purpose (NRSV).”
 
“We feel like we have lived Romans 8:28,” says Joanie, referring to trying times both had before they met. “Both of us have been through some very hard times in our lives, but every time we have been in a difficult situation, the Lord has worked everything out for our good.”
 
Their unique backgrounds have contributed to a diverse and eclectic approach to their music. Regardless of the style or topic of each individual song, Alabaster Grace hopes to be a beacon of light to music lovers, pointing them to Jesus.
 
The couple continues to have a steady stream of concerts, leading worship, and sharing sermons and inspirational presentations, including their performance at the state of Virginia’s 56th annual Commonwealth Prayer Breakfast before an audience that included Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin. Be it a church, retreat, conference, or coffeehouse, an audience of one or a thousand, Brad and Joanie love meeting people exactly where they are on their faith journey.
 
“We want to be obedient servants,” adds Brad. “It’s not about us. It’s about drawing others closer to the heart of God through song and worship, and offering everyone hope and encouragement. With our song lyrics being Scripture-based, we pray that people will search out and read their Bible after hearing the music. We just want to be good and faithful servants with the talents and the gifts God has given us.”