About j209


J209’s ministry is for anyone who has ever felt like they do not quite fit. At church. In their friend group. Or even in their own skin.

We know what it feels like to wrestle with doubt, shame, anger, addiction, or the quiet voice that says you are not enough. We know what it’s like to wake up to realities you didn’t choose. Realities like financial strain, unanswered prayers, diagnoses that change everything, waiting seasons that stretch long and heavy. We also know what it is like to discover that Jesus meets us right there, not after we have fixed everything, but in the middle of it.

Our heart is simple: We want every young adult and person to know they are seen, deeply loved, and never forgotten. Through Jesus Christ, healing is real. Belonging is real. And you do not have to walk through life alone.

J209’s live concerts, honest music, meaningful conversations, and social content serve as a reminder that God is still working in your story, and He is cheering for you.

Our Mission


Awards and Nominations

  • Contemporary A Cappella Awards:

    • Best Holiday Song (Sweet Little Jesus Boy)- Nominee

    • Best POP EP (Ignition B-Sides) - Nominee

    • Best Religious Album Or EP (Ignition B-Sides) - nominee

    • Best REligious Song (Already WOn) - Nominee

    • Best Collaborative SOng (What An Awesome God) - nominee

    • Best Holiday Video (Breath of Heaven/Joseph’s Song)- Runner up

    • Best Religious Video (Breath of Heaven/Joseph’s SOng)- Runner up

  • Contemporary A Cappella Awards:

    • Best Religious Album (Ignition)- Winner

    • Best Religious Song (Fire) - runner up

    • Best Rock Song (Nobody) - nominee

    • Best Holiday Song (Go Tell It On The Mountain) - Nominee

    • Best Holiday Song (Noel) - nominee

    • Best Traditional Song (Go Tell It On The Mountain)- Nominee

  • 2024

    Champion Harmony Sweepstakes Pacific Northwest Division

    Audience Favorite Harmony Sweepstakes Pacific Northwest Division

    Third Place National Harmony Sweepstakes

Meet The Band

Each member of J209 has felt the love of Jesus Christ in their life and is passionate about sharing it with every open heart. While the world grows increasingly darker, they believe—with the help of God—music can make a difference. J209 came together with the hope of inspiring a community of Christ’s followers who will join them in igniting a faith like fire wherever they may be.

Click on a member to learn more about them!

ABI URTON

Anna Richey

Jimmy Mohlman

Jarom Hess

Robert Seely

amy Geiss

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Parker O’Very