Lloyd Severance Thumb Gospel Music Convention
The premier Gospel music event in the Thumb of Michigan. It was the lifelong dream of Lloyd “Chic” Severance to bring Gospel music to the Thumb area. Now in its 28th year, our Convention attracts upwards of 2,500 people over the four days of great music, food, and fellowship. Come join us for some of the best Gospel music in the Midwest!
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Our Mission Statement
The mission of the Lloyd Severance Thumb Gospel Music Convention is to glorify Jesus Christ by the sharing of his loving spirit through song and fellowship. We will present the highest quality of Southern Gospel music possible, while making this fellowship accessible to everyone. We will strive to provide financial support to assist Bay Shore Camp in presenting a story of Salvation and enriching that experience of all that they serve.
All of the music throughout the weekend is presented free of charge
There will be a series of free will offerings that will take place during the Convention.
Upcoming Conventions
28th Convention: August 20-23, 2026
29th Convention: August 26-29, 2027
30th Convention: August 24-27, 2028
Our weekend is hosted by Bay Shore Camp in Sebewaing, MI
We have over 160 RV sites, and most sites have full electric and water hookups. All across the grounds you will find facilities for laundry and showers, as well as many avenues for concessions. There are also playgrounds for the kids, and a host of activities that can help fill the time between the concerts throughout the Convention.
“We’ll never know how many lives we touch for God, Chick. We just go on doing our best to live for him and work at whatever task He has called us to do down here on Earth.”
-Lew Tibbits
In a Oct 1998 letter to Lloyd following the first Convention
The Best Four Days of the Year!
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