Stories and Songs by Afterglow

This classic Christian hymn originates from a heart-breaking story of tragedy and overcoming trials. Horatio Spafford, a late nineteenth-century businessman whose children were lost on a trans-Atlantic voyage, penned the heartfelt lyrics to this song, an anthem to faith and resilience in the face of adversity. His words resonate today, and his family’s commitment to service and purpose are an ongoing legacy.

For almost 50 years, Jo...

There are some non-traditional, quirky (at least for Afterglow!) elements to this song, a light-hearted reminder to all of us to be open to the twists and turns that life sometimes delivers to us, and maybe more importantly, to trust that the Lord’s plan for us is always better, more inspired, and more elevating than what we might have had in mind. The goal is to see and welcome the changes that come our way as opportunities to gro...

This song, written by Joel many years ago, is a plaintive cry , a hope that all of us can better understand the great gift of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, and the transformative blessings it can bring to each of our lives. If only we fully understood His sacrifice for us, there would be nothing we wouldn’t be willing to do to bring Him more completely into our lives.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglo...

We have done only a few acapella recordings, but for this song, a musical prayer at the end of the day, it just seemed right. Simple and plain, this is both an expression of gratitude for our many blessings, and a plea to help us stay on the covenant path and serve and love those around us.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspirational music for people of ...

In these days of trial and challenge, our prophet has emphasized the need for each of us to gain our own witness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Through sincere prayer and a consistent study of His words, the Holy Ghost will testify to our hearts the knowledge of the truth, which in turn brings joy and a desire to serve and share with others. 

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, record...

At times we may feel we’re falling short of our potential, and our weaknesses may weigh us down. Our Savior's redemptive and enabling Atonement allows us to bring a broken heart and contrite spirit to the altar of the Lord. He provides comfort, forgiveness and healing. HIs ability to lift us, helps to turn our weaknesses into strengths.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording an...

We were blessed to be able to record two albums of country music in Nashville, which represented a huge opportunity for us. We wrote a few original songs, and gathered some of the best music we could find from other writers, both at home in Utah and in the Nashville community, to create Close to Home and No Love Lost. The experience of working with such talented people and learning to work in another genre of music was an unforgett...

As experiments go, this one turned out to be a fun success! In the 1980s, we turned our attention to writing and recording two collections of original songs dealing with love and family. These two albums, It Takes Love and Love Notes, recorded in Salt Lake City and Los Angeles, gave us the opportunity to work with talented musicians and arrangers, and open up our musical horizons in new and different ways.

For almost 50 years, Joel...

Sometimes the search for faith and meaning in life comes ‘one step at a time’, or even a step forward and a step back. It can sometimes feel as though we aren’t making the consistent progress toward heaven that we would hope, but the message of this song is that our Heavenly Father is at least as interested in our direction as He is in our current position.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been ...

A favorite phrase from the New Testament inspired this song, a reminder that not even a sparrow can fall from heaven without our Heavenly Father’s notice. He sees us in every moment and every trial, and loves us no matter our choices—His only goal is to bring us home.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspirational music for people of faith around the globe....

This early original song explores the journey of the plan of happiness established by our Heavenly Father, filled with both joys and sorrows, and leading us through our life’s experiences back to Him.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspirational music for people of faith around the globe. Behind their songs, however, are the stories that have enriched and...

Both of us were blessed with mothers who taught and led us by example throughout their lives. In their later years, they’ve also shown us how to endure with grace all the trials and challenges life can bring—the ‘first face we saw’ has been with us all along.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspirational music for people of faith around the globe. Behind t...

A search for an appropriate ‘title cut’ for one of our albums led to discovering this beautiful song and message, written by our friends Don Stirling and Brett Raymond. One of our greatest blessings and responsibilities in this life is to serve and lift others, especially when they’re passing through trials and sorrow.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspi...

One of our challenges in this mortal life is to learn to wait on the Lord’s timing for the things we desire the most. Even when we hope for righteous things, it can be difficult to humbly accept that His plan for us is better than anything we might have had in mind.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspirational music for people of faith around the globe. B...

The people of King Benjamin in the Book of Mormon, on hearing the inspired truths of his farewell address, experienced a ‘mighty change’ in their hearts. While their experience was sudden and dramatic, we can all set aside our tendencies to wander from the Lord and become His sons and daughters through His Atonement.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspira...

We were privileged to be part of an event in Brazil where church members served their community and shared the gospel. Featuring songs recorded in Portuguese, and many great memories of the hospitality of the Saints there!

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspirational music for people of faith around the globe. Behind their songs, however, are the stories ...

A desperate father’s plea to Jesus to heal his son was the inspiration for this song, a reminder that The Savior’s atonement is both universal and personal, and that His promised blessings are available to all who will exercise the faith of a mustard seed.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspirational music for people of faith around the globe. Behind thei...

We had a marvelous opportunity to record an album in Japanese and return to Joel’s mission country of Japan on two occasions, to share music and testimony with the Saints there. Great memories!

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspirational music for people of faith around the globe. Behind their songs, however, are the stories that have enriched and inform...

We’ve always been drawn to the scriptural references to the armor of God and the spiritual power available to us all through faithful living. Anthems like ‘Warriors of Light’ remind us to tap into this well of strength in standing fast in trying times.

For almost 50 years, Joel McCausland and Kevin Peay of Afterglow have been writing, recording and performing inspirational music for people of faith around the globe. Behind their so...