VANCOUVER’S Coastal Church hosted Junofest, a showcase for Juno Award nominees in the ‘Gospel’ category. Sarah Shandl, who attends Coastal, had the idea – and was instrumental in gathering artists and sponsors alike to the pre-Juno event.

Starfield performed an ‘unplugged‘ set; Laurell (pictured  right) and Greg Sczebel also were on hand to perform.

 Christian Info Society sponsored the event, along with World Vision, Praise 106.5 and Coastal Church.

According to Shandl, all other categories have historically had a pre-Juno party – except  those nominated to the Gospel category.

She is hoping future Juno events will include a similar ‘Gospel Showcase.’      – PB

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