Just two weeks ago, we sat down with Jon Micah Sumrall of Kutless to talk about their return to heavy rock on The Seventh Seal. In that conversation, Jon Micah shared how he took a step back creatively to let longtime bandmate James Mead steer the direction of the new EP. “James has always been the rock guy in our group,” he told us at CCM. “He grew up listening to Metallica, and I grew up listening to DC Talk.”
That creative leadership helped bring Kutless roaring back into the genre that first made them a Christian rock staple. Now, that same bandmate needs our prayers and financial support.
Earlier this week, the band released a statement:
“Hey everyone. This post is a tough one to send out, but so many of you have supported us for so many years and today we are asking for your help. Our guitarist James has suffered a stroke and is currently in the hospital. He has a long road ahead of him and we are praying for a miraculous recovery.
Here is our ask:
- Will you join with us in prayer for James, his wife Lindsay, and his son Jacob.
- If you are able, please support their family financially to help with medical bills. Scan the QR code or click the link in our stories to donate to the official GoFundMe for James and his family.
We thank you all for your continued support and prayers. #prayforjames”
Kutless helped shape the sound of 2000s Christian rock. Now, one of its core members is in need. Join us in lifting James and his family in prayer—and if you’re able, donate here to support his road to recovery.
