Soul Purpose's Judy Clapsaddle is Critically Ill

Southern Gospel music Soul Purpose's Judy Clapsaddle had emergency surgery last night. She was septic and unable to breathe. They said her organs were in failure. They could not give anesthesia due to her already severely low blood pressure.

Here is an update from her daughter, Misty Clapsaddle: "Doctors have given Mom a less than 10% chance of getting through this. She is not improving at this time. Mom is now on 3 different blood pressure medicines to try to keep her stabilized. Dad has provided a DNR. I am heading to the hospital soon and will update further as I know more. Saints pray for strength for us all! God is STILL bigger than this mountain and a more powerful than this problem. We are continuing to trust in His plan even through the valley."

Judy Clapsaddle has been the visionary behind Soul Purpose.  Her desire to be a part of gospel music began with her music ministry in a girl's trio called the Joy Belles in 1964, singing at the original "Teens For Christ Convention".  This year, she celebrates 52 YEARS of service in gospel music and the group couldn't be more proud of her accomplishment.  She has an amazing passion for southern gospel music that has been echoed throughout her family.  She and her husband, Don vowed to raise their family in the church and have been fortunate to see each one in their family come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.  One of Judy's proudest moments was realized when Soul Purpose formed.  She feels very blessed to be singing along side of her family and wouldn't trade it for the world!  Judy and Don are the proud grandparents of three wonderful grandchildren - Justin (21), Ashley (16) and Christopher (13).

In addition to doing a fabulous job singing the baritone part for the group, Judy wears many other hats as well.  She coordinates the group's wardrobe, handles all bookings and finances for the group, makes the fabulous "sammiches" and "sweet tea," acts as the backup travel atlas (if the GPS breaks down, no worries - Judy's got it covered and doesn't even require batteries!), and ties up all of the loose ends for the group's travel needs.  I guess once you're a "mama," you're always a "mama."

Judy is retired from the banking and monument business and looks forward to many more years in service to the King! 

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