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In the fall of 2008, God gave Pastor Chris Wesley a vision to form a group of young college aged believers who were adamant about expressing praises to God through song. This group of young people came to be called UNDIGNIFIED PRAISE, based on an episode in the life of King David found in 2 Samuel 6:22. Undignified Praise, better known as UDP, is comprised of men and women whose purpose and priority is to bring glory to God in song, and most of all, in lifestyle. UDP is honored and humbled to be a group of young people who have survived great turmoil and succeeded against all odds. Some have graduated college, others have gotten married and started their own families, and others are involved in full-time ministry. It is the primary goal of UDP to be an example to all people, more specifically young people, of the great things God can do in and with the lives of willing vessels. Armed with the word of God, powerful testimonies and unique giftedness, UDP not only leads people into God's presence through worship, but continues to chase after the heart of God daily.

Meet UDP

Meet UDP

Chris Wesley, leader of UDP is a pastor ,worship leader,songwriter and singer from Dallas, Texas. His heart for God and His word and his passion for worship is evident to all those who come in contact with him. Chris currently serves as an associate Pastor at The Antioch Fellowship Church of Dallas

Chris Wesley, leader of UDP is a pastor ,worship leader,songwriter and singer from Dallas, Texas. His heart for God and His word and his passion for worship is evident to all those who come in contact with him. Chris currently serves as an associate Pastor at The Antioch Fellowship Church of Dallas

Racquel Lee, a soprano with UDP, is a powerhouse to say the least. A gifted singer, actress and speaker, Racquel has a smile that can light up any room. Her desire to be more like Jesus is evident by the way she lives her life. A young woman of great virtue, Racquel is sure to make a huge impact for the Kingdom of God. Racquel, a graduate of Texas Christian University, is currently working and living in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex

Racquel Lee, a soprano with UDP, is a powerhouse to say the least. A gifted singer, actress and speaker, Racquel has a smile that can light up any room. Her desire to be more like Jesus is evident by the way she lives her life. A young woman of great virtue, Racquel is sure to make a huge impact for the Kingdom of God. Racquel, a graduate of Texas Christian University, is currently working and living in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex

Jessi'a "Sia" Howard , a UDP alto, is a living testimony of God's healing and sustaining power. Sia has a personality, spirit and voice much bigger than her small stature. She has a praying spirit and is passionate about becoming all God is calling her to be. Sia is graduate of Texas Womens University in Denton, Texas

Jessi'a "Sia" Howard , a UDP alto, is a living testimony of God's healing and sustaining power. Sia has a personality, spirit and voice much bigger than her small stature. She has a praying spirit and is passionate about becoming all God is calling her to be. Sia is graduate of Texas Womens University in Denton, Texas

Branden Walker, a native of Houston, Texas, is a tenor with UDP. Accepting is call to preach at the tender age of 9, Branden has committed his whole life to serving the Lord. Known for his amazing voice, love for the Scripture and hilarious personality, Branden lights up any room He is in. Branden currently resides in Dallas, Texas

Branden Walker, a native of Houston, Texas, is a tenor with UDP. Accepting is call to preach at the tender age of 9, Branden has committed his whole life to serving the Lord. Known for his amazing voice, love for the Scripture and hilarious personality, Branden lights up any room He is in. Branden currently resides in Dallas, Texas

Courtney "Co-Co" Spland, an alto with UDP, is an amazing young woman with a powerful testimony. Burned severely in 2007, she beat the odds and survived by the grace of God. Now a graduate of Texas Women's University in Denton, Texas, she has a heart to serve people and give back to others who have been hurt by life. Her amazing spirit and infectious laughter make her fun to be around. Co-Co currently resides in Dallas, Texas

Courtney "Co-Co" Spland, an alto with UDP, is an amazing young woman with a powerful testimony. Burned severely in 2007, she beat the odds and survived by the grace of God. Now a graduate of Texas Women's University in Denton, Texas, she has a heart to serve people and give back to others who have been hurt by life. Her amazing spirit and infectious laughter make her fun to be around. Co-Co currently resides in Dallas, Texas

Sacha Dunlevy, a soprano with UDP, has a sweet personality to match her sweet voice. This graduate of the prestigous Booker T. Washington Performing Arts High School in Dallas has one of the most beautiful voices you will ever hear. In addition to having a gorgeous voice, she has a sweeter spirit. Her heart for worship and love of fellowship with other belivers is infectious. Sacha currently lives in Dallas, Texas

Sacha Dunlevy, a soprano with UDP, has a sweet personality to match her sweet voice. This graduate of the prestigous Booker T. Washington Performing Arts High School in Dallas has one of the most beautiful voices you will ever hear. In addition to having a gorgeous voice, she has a sweeter spirit. Her heart for worship and love of fellowship with other belivers is infectious. Sacha currently lives in Dallas, Texas

Shadane Easington, a alto/tenor with UDP, is an exteremly versatile vocalist. Born in Jamaica and raised in Canada, then in Garland, Texas, Shadane can sing multiple voice parts. A graduate of Texas A&M University-Commerce, Shadane has a heart for God's people and it is evident in the way she loves others.

Shadane Easington, a alto/tenor with UDP, is an exteremly versatile vocalist. Born in Jamaica and raised in Canada, then in Garland, Texas, Shadane can sing multiple voice parts. A graduate of Texas A&M University-Commerce, Shadane has a heart for God's people and it is evident in the way she loves others.

Brianna Terrell, a UDP alto, is a picture of strength. This wife and mother with a jazzy voice has a heart and zeal for God's word. As she has continued to grow in her gifting, she has learned to walk in her calling. Bri currently resides in Longview, Texas with her husband Ryan and her daughter Bailey

Brianna Terrell, a UDP alto, is a picture of strength. This wife and mother with a jazzy voice has a heart and zeal for God's word. As she has continued to grow in her gifting, she has learned to walk in her calling. Bri currently resides in Longview, Texas with her husband Ryan and her daughter Bailey

Laqualon Choice, a UDP tenor, is an incredible singer. A graduate of the prestigious Booker T. Washington Performing Arts High School in Dallas, Texas, Laqualon is a student of music. More importantly, Laqualon has a love for God and desire to live to serve and please Him. Anytime he opens his mouth to sing, you can feel the power of God. Laqualon resides in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex

Laqualon Choice, a UDP tenor, is an incredible singer. A graduate of the prestigious Booker T. Washington Performing Arts High School in Dallas, Texas, Laqualon is a student of music. More importantly, Laqualon has a love for God and desire to live to serve and please Him. Anytime he opens his mouth to sing, you can feel the power of God. Laqualon resides in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex

Adria Green, a UDP alto, is an incredible woman with an incredible testimony. Known for her sweet spirit, amazing voice and uncanny fashion sense, Adria is a picture of God's grace with a heart to encourage others. Not only is she gifted, but she is educated. Adria, who earned her bachelors and masters degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce, currently lives and works in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area.

Adria Green, a UDP alto, is an incredible woman with an incredible testimony. Known for her sweet spirit, amazing voice and uncanny fashion sense, Adria is a picture of God's grace with a heart to encourage others. Not only is she gifted, but she is educated. Adria, who earned her bachelors and masters degree from Texas A&M University-Commerce, currently lives and works in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area.

Breanna Wright, a Soprano/Alto with UDP is a brilliant young woman with a beautiful voice, heart and spirit. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University-Commerce and former director of New Beginnings Gospel Choir on campus there. Loved in her UDP family for her silent strength, humor and AWESOME hugs, Bre is a gift to the body of Christ!

Breanna Wright, a Soprano/Alto with UDP is a brilliant young woman with a beautiful voice, heart and spirit. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University-Commerce and former director of New Beginnings Gospel Choir on campus there. Loved in her UDP family for her silent strength, humor and AWESOME hugs, Bre is a gift to the body of Christ!

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