From: Deep South Entertainment
(Stryper Management)
To: Friends and Fans of Stryper
After much prayer, deep consideration, conversations,
and deliberation, it has been decided, by all four of
the original members of Stryper, that bassist Timothy
Gaines will not be performing with the band during any
upcoming concerts.
This was not an easy decision for anyone involved.
The four recently convened to discuss this very heartfelt
and difficult topic. The departure was an amicable one
on behalf of everyone.
Timothy Gaines was not asked to leave the band, nor
was there a ceremonious resignation. It was simply a
decision made by all parties, in an effort to individually
preserve their respective calling, personally and professionally.
Management has requested that the fans respect each
member throughout what has been a difficult process.
While a decision such as this one can often lend itself
to speculation, idle rumors, and public discussions,
we instead ask that you respect everyone involved, keep
them in your prayers, and refrain from negative exchange,
both privately and publicly.
A replacement bass player will be named on a show by
show basis until further notice.
Words of encouragement (for all of the members, individually
and collectively) may be directed through Deep South
Entertainment at Stryper@DeepSouthEntertainment.com
and will be passed along as best possible to the respective
members.
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