Sierra Ferrell’s Faith-Filled Folk Moment | Music News

Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 15, 2026 · 1m

Sierra Ferrell delivers a soul-stirring cover of Mindy Smith’s “Come to Jesus” for Newport Folk’s Sea to Shining Sea Project, calling the song a spiritual anchor for her through life’s hardest moments—and a reflection of America’s complex, hopeful soul. Amid backlash for its religious themes, Ferrell responds with grace, urging kindness and action. Fellow artists—including Morgane Stapleton and Brit Taylor—rave about the performance, while Mindy Smith herself calls Ferrell’s voice “heaven sent.” With her Heavy Petal Tour rolling across the country, Ferrell’s artistry continues to resonate…