Dale and Lisa

Dale Jost served as a pastor in the Evangelical Free Church for 15 years. In 1997, Dale decided he wanted freedom to devote more time to raising his family, so he stepped down from being a pastor. The following year, he moved his family to a stubble field in southern Alberta. He and his sons moved a house and several outbuildings onto the property. Country life has provided Dale with many opportunities to work with his family and teach his sons valuable life skills. Dale still drives school bus, raises golden retrievers, and has a small woodworking business, all of which give him flexibility to help with the home schooling and spiritual mentoring of the children who remain at home. In 2007, God specifically directed Dale to begin taking his family across Canada and into the United States to share through music the faithfulness of God. In concert, Dale plays guitar, dobro, and vocals.

Lisa is a homemaker and very talented song writer. She loves ministering from home and on the road, supporting Dale wherever God leads, and diligently seeking to raise their children for God’s glory. Dale and Lisa publish Hearts At Home, a by-donation magazine devoted to the strengthening and encouragement of families. In concert, she plays guitar, mandolin and sings.

Jesse and Heidi

Jesse and Heidi were married in the spring of 2006. They reside in the country – only half a mile from the Jost family - which gives their little son, John-Michael, (born January 2007) plenty of chances to socialize with his adoring aunts and uncles. Jesse’s passions include writing and speaking, as well as being a husband and father. After graduating from high school, Jesse studied church history and Christian apologetics extensively. Jesse puts out a monthly apologetic e-newsletter and has just published four booklets. He supports his family by doing electrical work and other handyman jobs.

You can visit their website purityandtruth.com to find articles and resources.

Heidi grew up near Cut Bank, Montana. Heidi loves being a wife and mother. She is a very gifted writer, and recently completed writing a book about her sister, Katrina, who passed away in 2001.

Jonathan and Sharla

Jonathan and Sharla were married in the fall of 2006. They live in the country and are a few miles down the road from Jesse and Heidi. On Feb. 17th, 2008, their little baby Lucy was born. Jonathan loves to work with his hands and his hard work ethic has made him a hired-hand-in-demand. Since getting married, he has launched a handyman business and has not lacked for work. Sharla grew up near Missoula, Montana. For several years, she traveled around the USA touring with her musical family, the Robys. Jonathan and Sharla began their courtship while the Robys were recording the Josts’ music CD, My Heart’s At Home. Since getting married, Sharla has enjoyed setting up house and accompanying Jonathan to work every chance she gets. They love to travel with the Josties when they can and they both add excellent vocals.

They had their 2nd child Nathan July 13th, 2009.

Josiah

Josiah is 22 years old is the bass player for the band. During the tour to eastern Canada in Spring 2007, some new friends blessed him with a stand-up bass. He is enjoying playing that bass now, too. He enjoys floor hockey, ice hockey, volleyball, baseball, and other sports. He also enjoys listening to and playing music. He also runs his own graphic and web design business (www.siahdesign.com) that specializes in logo design. His work also includes designing and maintaining all the Jost family websites.

Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your paths.

Link to blog: www.josiahj.blogspot.com

Joel

Joel is 20 years old and has a great ability to get people laughing. He is the band’s excellent soundman. He really has an interest in movie making and art. He has a vision to produce and direct films that honor and glorify God. He is the process of starting up his own film company, Jostie Flicks. He also loves sports. Some of his favorites are: Ultimate Frisbee, soccer, baseball and floor/ice hockey.

Matt. 5:14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.”

Emily

Emily is 18 years old and has a beautiful voice that adds so much to all the Jost Family’s songs. Emily has a very lively personality and is always ready to make a friend. She recently started playing the guitar. In her spare time, she loves to cook, bake, read, play sports, listen to music, act and spend time with her family.

Matt. 5:16 “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”

Jeremiah, Joseph and Joshua

Jeremiah recently started playing Guitar with the Josties and is doing very well. He enjoys working with his hands on projects such as woodworking and art and he is always ready to play sports.

Joseph likes to play chess and is a really bright kid. He can usually be found with his nose in a book and especially loves playing with his nephew, John-Michael. He is a big help to everyone.

Joshua loves to help dad outside with chores and he is currently learning the mandolin. He also has a great voice.

Psalm 23:1-2 “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still waters.”

Amy-Joy, Hannah-Grace and Judah

The three youngest add so much joy to the Jost family and with their sweet voices in concert. Amy-Joy loves to help around the house and is now starting to play her very own 3/4 size guitar. She leads this young trio through many fun games, including their favorite, playing ‘house’.

Hannah-Grace is so sensitive to others needs and is always ready to give a hug. She has incredible artistic ability.

Judah is such a bright spot. He is such a smart little guy and he loves to play his little homemade “plywood” guitar in concert. His big brother, Josiah, loves to share “Judah” stories on the road.

Matt. 18:4-5 “Therefore whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Whoever receives one little child like this in My name receives Me.”