NEW VISION is a southern gospel group devoted to God, family, and friends. Siblings Trae Turner and Whitney (Turner) Smith and their Uncle Jeff Burton are from Butler, Ohio and are enthusiastic about the calling that God has placed upon their lives to present the gospel through song.

In answer to the call to share the message of Jesus Christ, New Vision's ministry began at their home church, Bunkerhill Baptist, where they sang regularly on Sunday mornings.

Influenced by other southern gospel groups such as Gold City, the Talley Trio, and the Crabb Family, New Vision fell in love with this genre of music. This family group believes in the southern gospel lyrics that glorify the name of Jesus, and bring listeners to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.

In 2004, the Lord began opening doors for New Vision's ministry through invitations from other area churches. Feeling they had a message to share, the group walked through these doors in faith that God would use them. Another dimension was added to the group through the blessing of Trae's gift to write original songs for them to sing.

Although the Lord has allowed the ministry of New Vision to grow, their goal remains the same whether in a church house or on a Saturday night platform. That goal is to connect with each listener the message of God's love, grace, and forgiveness.

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Jeff Burton, 50, began singing at a very young age. Jeff stated, "I can remember listening to the radio as a kid and trying to imitate every singer that came on." When the Lord got a hold of Jeff's heart, there was no doubt in his mind that he was called to sing. Jeff is featured on songs such as "You're Cries Have Awoken The Master," "Back In The Boat," "Solid Rock And Shifting Sand," and "I Wouldn't Take Nothing For My Journey Now."

Jeff was not reared in church. He first experienced church as a result of the Mansfield Baptist Temple bus ministry. He stated, "I was a bus kid and I remember going to church and accepting Christ into my heart." With age and lack of discipleship, Jeff drifted from God's will for his life. In 1977, shortly after graduating high school, Jeff joined the USMC and was stationed in Hawaii and then Japan. In 1981, Jeff returned home and continued his struggle with life and his relationship with Jesus Christ. It was in 1995 that Jeff completley surrendered to God's will. Jeff stated, "Since that time, I have grown in the Lord so much. He has blessed my life and has opened so many doors." Jeff contributes his success to living in the Lord's will and surrendering all he has to Christ.

Jeff resides in Butler with his wife Cathy. A few of Jeff's hobbies include fishing, hunting, spending time with his family, and being a high school sports referee.

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Trae Turner, 27, is passionate about singing the message of the gospel, which shines as he sings on stage with his family. Trae adds lead vocals on songs such as, "It Keeps Coming Back To Me," "Jesus Came After Me," and "Closer To Where I'm Going."

Trae is a Registered Nurse and Care Coordinator for Visiting Nurse Association Home Care. He is also currently enrolled in bible college classes at Heritage Baptist Institute in Cleveland, Ohio. Trae stated, "I want to be better equipped to serve the Lord and give him my best. On stage we like to have a good time, but if we have not effectively presented the gospel to folks then we have failed."

Trae's hobbies include jogging, hanging out with friends and family, songwriting, fishing, hunting, and going to concerts.

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Whitney (Turner) Smith, 22, started singing with her family at a very young age. She is known off stage for her kind, outgoing personality that makes people enjoy being around her. She sings with a sweet spirit and powerful voice. She is recognized by her lead vocals on "His Life For Mine," "Sky Full of Angels," "He Will Deliver Me," and "Everything's Gonna Turn Out Right."

Whitney stated, "What we thought was just for fun and entertainment turned into a calling and ministry." One of Whitney's most memorable concerts was at MANCI, a high maximum security prison. She stated, "We sang in front of about 400-500 inmates. It was an amazing experience and such a blessing."

When Whitney is not on stage, she enjoys eating out with friends and family, playing with her dog Tuck, and shopping. Currently, Whitney is spending a lot of her extra time working on her new home. In May 2010, She was married to Kelsey Smith. Whitney is a Licensed Practical Nurse and works for Visiting Nurse Association Home Care in the intake department.