Mark Gleaton  (Guitar, Vocals)

Mark lives in Gaston, SC and is married to Doris with two grown step-children and grandson.  He is a member of Christian Fellowship Baptist Church where he has served as a deacon.  Mark spent many years chasing worldly things, but recommitted his life to the Lord in 2001.  He has always enjoyed music and playing acoustic guitar, so becoming a member of Hi-Cotton fulfilled a dream to play with a band and also presented a way to use his talents to minister to others.  Mark feels the Lord has blessed him with this unique opportunity to be a part of a gospel music ministry utilizing his passion and love of music for the glory of God.

 

James Hallman  (Vocals)

James Hallman is a believer and fully knows how to trust the Lord to provide for all his needs.  He is legally blind but he will not be defeated and he will not give into the lies of the Deceiver.  He has been married 41 years.  He and his wife, Ann, have two grown sons.  His oldest son, Carlton, has been married to Melisa for 22 years and they have two grown children, JC, who is engaged to Ashley, and a daughter, Bethany.  His younger son, Jamie, is married to Brandy, and he has two sons, Cooper, and Ashton.  James priorities are service to the Lord, his family, his two miniature dogs (a cross between a miniature poodle and a Pekingese), and his "ESSO" station/work shop.  He likes to work with his hands and after 20 years he has finally begun to re-model the last two rooms of the house.

 

Mike Hallman  (Vocals, Keyboards)

Mike is a member of Samaria Baptist Church in Batesburg, SC.  He has been a fan of southern gospel music for many years (thanks, Mama).  He has been employed by Ansaldo STS in Batesburg, SC for over 15 years.  He enjoys being a part of Hi-Cotton because it lets people know there truly is joy in doing the Lord's work and it allows him to see other ways people worship.

  

Drew Morrison  (Bass Guitar, Vocals)

Drew lives in Ridge Spring, SC with his wife Stefanie and their 2 children (the 4-legged kind).  He is a member of Dry Creek Baptist Church. He is employed by Cold Creek Nurseries. Drew has always enjoyed music and has been involved in music all of his life.  Drew says "I am so happy to be able to combine my love of music with my love of God and share His love with all who hear us sing of his praises."

Mike Holbert  (Drums, Vocals)

Mike was saved at the age of 14 at his home church , Providence Baptist in Orangeburg, SC. "God has done so much for me and I want to Thank Him for opening this door of opportunity to serve Him as the "heart-beat" of Hi-Cotton. Mike and his wife, Pam, owns and operates Signs Plus and KB Bagz in Orangeburg where he sells signs of all types and she does monogramming. Mike is now committed to serving Jesus Christ to the best of his ability with Hi-Cotton, at the voice of God's calling. Mike's favorite Bible verses to share with others are Proverbs 3: 5-6 and John 3:16! Mike asks, " remember to Admit that you are a sinner, Believe that Jesus died for "you" on the cross and Confess Him as Lord of your life and you too shall be saved!"

Jimmy Johnson  (Harmonica)

Jimmy lives in St. Matthews and has 4 grown children and 6 grandchildren.  By being a part of Hi-Cotton, he hopes that God’s Kingdom will be advanced.  Jimmy says “ It is my greatest desire that people will see evidence of Christ in my live and that I will always be ready to be a witness for Him.”

 

Ansley Morrison  (Lead Guitar, Vocals)

Ansley has been involved with Christian music most of his life either playing and singing in gospel groups or serving as music director in church.  He joined Hi-Cotton in August of 2007 playing the bass guitar and singing bass. He has since changed over to lead guitar and singing the baritone part and also does most of the emceeing for the group.   He also handles the booking and promotional duties for the group and wife Tina manages the product table.  They are members of Dry Creek Baptist Church in Ward, SC and make their home  in Ridge Spring, SC.  Ansley and Tina, his wife of 34 years, have 2 grown children and a daughter-in-law. They are very proud of their children and their involvement in the group and their Christian witness.  Their daughter Alicia helps Tina with the product table, their son Drew plays bass and sings lead for the group and daughter-in-law Stefanie runs the sound.  Ansley and Tina also have 2 very spoiled cats, Ollie and Casper.  Ansley believes that the songs that Hi-Cotton Ministries perform contain a strong message for Christians and non-Christians alike about Jesus- without that message it would just be music! " The main goal in our lives is to uplift the name of Jesus and to share all the wonderful things that he has done in our lives." 

Stefanie Morrison (Sound)

Stefanie was saved three years ago on February 19, 2007, at a Hi-Cotton concert. Serving the Lord has brought great joy to her. She lives in Ridge Spring, SC with her husband and 3 dogs. She works for Wachovia in Edgefield, SC. She has been blessed with many friends and the ability to travel with Hi-Cotton.