Genre: Pop/Rock
Members: Toby Penner (vocals, guitar, keyboards, percussion), Marty Penner (bass, keyboards, vocals), Josh Penner (guitar, vocals)
For fans of: Backstreet Boys, Michael W. Smith, Hanson
Label: Reunion Records

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"I want to impress upon people that each day is a gift from God, and a day is huge when you think about all that can be accomplished in it," says Josh Penner, one of the three Penner brothers comprising the band Jake.

With that thought in mind, Jake sets out to mobilize a generation with its sophomore release, Army of Love, because to Toby and fraternal twins Marty and Josh, it's not enough to say you love someone-you need to show that love.

"We're watching our world becoming a fearful, closed-off place," says Marty. "It's not enough to say, 'let love rule,' and then sit back and do nothing. With Army of Love, we want to stress that love is something mobile and active."

"Army of Love represents our focus," says front man Toby. "It's a meaningful song in many different ways, not just in the music, but in the message we hope it relates to people."

More than just a title, Army of Love is a multi-level ministry for the band where its desire is to encourage individuals to become involved with organizations and outreach ministries in their local communities.

For Jake, this outreach is fundamental in reaching people for Christ. "As Christians, we are called to help one another and make a difference in the world," states Marty. "Our plan is to get people plugged into organizations that are spreading love in our country and throughout the world, beginning in their own towns."

"There are times, especially after the September 11 attacks, that we feel helpless," adds Toby. "But we are not helpless. We can join together to become an 'army of love,' and Jake is about letting people know there are practical ways they can show love in their communities. When each person begins to show love in his or her own practical way, who knows how far-reaching this will be?"

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