Rob Beckley, Sandi Patty to present Doves

Rob Beckley, lead singer of Tulsa-based Christian rock band Pillar, and venerable songbird Sandi Patty, who was born in Oklahoma, will be among the presenters at the 39th Annual GMA (Gospel Music Association) Dove Awards, according to a news release.

The Dove Awards will broadcast live from the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tenn., at 7 p.m. Wednesday on the Gospel Music Channel.

Artists set to perform include past “American Idol” finalists Phil Stacey, Mandisa and Chris Sligh; Dove female vocalist of the year Natalie Grant with country songstress Wynonna; “American Idol” winner Jordin Sparks; Ricky Skaggs and The Whites; Point Of Grace with Cindy Morgan; Charlie Daniels with Third Day’s Mac Powell; Casting Crowns; Marvin Sapp; Switchfoot; The Clark Sisters; David Crowder*Band; Trin-i-tee 5:7; The Isaacs; Angella Christie; The Hoppers; Jeff and Sheri Easter and Karen Peck and New River; new artist of the year nominees 33 Miles, Brandon Heath, Group 1 Crew, Mandisa, Rush Of Fools and DeWayne Woods.