The Atlanta Gospelfest Music & Health Care Festival is a two day musical extravaganza designed to elevate your spirits while educating your mind, body and soul with an array gospel music concerts, a series gospel music industry workshops and panels, wealth & finance empowerment segments presented by Hakeem Webb Founder of Kingdom Business International Ministries and a multitude of health care services for the entire family. The Atlanta Gospelfest is proud to embrace the participation of Caribbean artist in Atlanta and throughout the world. This festival features Gospel Artist like: Dr. Dorinda Clarke Cole, The Canton Spirituals, Papa San Tim Rogers, The Gospel Legends The Swannee Quintet just to mention a few while showcasing up and coming artist from across the country. The Atlanta Gospelfest embraces many genre’s of Gospel Arts you will see exclusive Fashion Show presentations from Atlanta’s own Asato Agency and coming from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Oh Happy Day Fashions

Other activities include Drama & Comedy presentations, Holy Hip Hop a free kid zone, puppets and more for your enjoyment. There will be lots of games, door prizes, exhibits and vendors you are sure to have a good time.

This event is produced and facilitated by the Leading Women’s Repertory Theatre/Lac1Productions under the direction of Dr. RIKI BROOKS who is the CEO/Festival Producer for Gospelfest 2009, 2008 & 2007 not to mention an established Gospel Artist and a seasoned veterans of the arts with notable shows like: “Dreamgirls”, “Aint Misbehavin”, “Lil Shop of Horrors” just to name a few and a former contestant of Miss Baltimore & Miss Black America. She has received numerous awards and commendations from the City of Atlanta and prides herself on bringing quality entertainment into the city of Atlanta Metropolitan area. For more information log onto to website www.atlantagospelfest.com or contact us sponsorship and vending opportunities are available.

Tickets for this event are $ 10.00 for general admission
Concerts are $ 35.00 & 25.00 in advance per show
Doors for conference open 4pm Friday August 13th until 1pm
Saturday 9am until 1am

SOURCE: AtlantaGospelFest.com

Spring Forth Into Destiny is a conference designed with everyone in mind! Evangelist Cherisse Stephens says, “I wanted to host a conference that ministered to the entire family; and God birthed Spring Forth into my spirit”. Spring Forth kicks off with a bang on Wednesday, June 3, 2009, as our special guest; Roar Of Atlanta, Gospel Recording Artist Roger Samuels of the UK minister in song. Our Special guest speaker will be Pastor Marvin Sapp of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Services begin promptly @ 7:30 p.m. Then on Thursday, June 4th, we will have our “Hour Of Power” with Prophet Joseph Brinson, Jr. of Niagara Falls, NY (prophetic worship and impartation) @ 6:00 p.m. We flow right into the main service with guest speaker; Pastor Cory Easterling, of Jamaica Queens, NY.

Friday, June 5th is our Founder’s Night! We begin with Hour of Power @ 6:00 p.m. with Bishop Christopher Brinson of Winston-Salem, NC. This night is set aside to be a blessing to Evangelist Cherisse Stephens! Many musical guests will minister in song and the conference host, Evangelist Cherisse Stephens will deliver the word of God!

Saturday, June 6th is our Praise In The Park event! This day will be filled with food, fun, fellowship & praise. “We are so blessed to have talent from so many different regions”, says Evangelist Cherisse Stephens. Gospel recording artist: 360 from Atlanta, Ga., Unity Mime of North Carolina, Donald Godbolt & Spiritual Gifts from Gulfport, MS, recording artist; Chevron Corlew & Jeremiah 29:11 from Crestview, Florida, PT Steppers of Pensacola, Florida and so many others! This event is FREE and open to the public!

For more information about our Leader’s Luncheon, VIP Seating, Praise In The Park T-Shirts and so much more; email us @ springforth@hotmail.com or call us @ 770 994-0125. All nightly services are Free and open to the public!

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Cherisse Stephens Ministries
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Monday, March, 09, 2009
The For Men Only Conference And Retreat
Location: Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas
Description: Bishop T.D. Jakes invites men from diverse racial and ethnic, geographic and socioeconomic backgrounds to join him for three days of inspired teaching, fellowship and camaraderie at the luxurious Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas, March 9-11. The conference will feature Bishop T.D.Jakes, Bishop Eddie Long, Myles Munroe and gospel entertainer Fred Hammond. “The For Men Only Conference and Retreat,” said Jakes, “is an unparalleled opportunity for men to participate in intimate, informal and intriguing seminars focused on faith, family, finance and business — three days guaranteed to assist them as they crystallize their individual goals and ascertain God’s unique plans for their lives.”

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Date: Tuesday, March, 10, 2009
National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Contact: http://www.visitharriettubman.com
Location: Theatre on the Square -Tacoma, Washington
Description: March 10 is Harriet Tubman Day and Women and Girls HIV Awareness Day. In Tacoma WA at the Theatre on the Square at 2PM and 7PM, A Woman of Action- Harriet Tubman is a dramatic historical portrayal of Harriet Tubman. This program features stories about Harriet Tubman’s determination for self-emancipation, her compassion to help others, her advocacy for women rights. By sharing her life as a woman who took action when needed to make a difference, women and girls are empowered to take actions for their own health against HIV/AIDS and to have compassion for others living with this disease. Karol Brown, MPH, RD Storyteller and James Brown, Storyteller, Singer, use stories and songs to bring audiences as close to meeting Harriet Tubman as you will ever be. This event will open with a presentation on Women and Girls and HIV/AIDS and the program brochure includes resources and information on HIV/AIDS in the community. The cost is $15.00 per ticket with $3.00 each ticket going to support the Pierce County AIDS Foundation’s Unity Now program. This program is a HIV/AIDS prevention program for African American women in Tacoma Pierce County WA. For more information about this event: Contact name: Karol Brown E-mail: BrownToneStorytellers@gmail.com Phone: 253-581-1954

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MARCH 13
Byron Cage Live Recording
Second Ebenezer Church
Detroit, MI
Special Guests: Marvin Winans, Marvin Sapp, Tye Tribbett

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Date: Saturday, March, 14, 2009
Contact: http://www.theyolandaadamsmorningshow.com
Location: Greater Richmond Convention Center
Description: Join Praise 104.7 FM for the AARP ‘Transformation Expo’ Featuring the Yolanda Adam’s Health & Wellness Tour March 14, 2009 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center,12pm-6pm Featuring Yolanda Adam’s, Donnie McClurkin, National and Local Gospel Acts and Groups, Motivational Speakers and more! FREE ADMISSION but….YOU MUST HAVE A TICKET Pick up your tickets this WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25th at Quality Care Center (3535 South Crater Road in Petersburg, VA) from 5pm-6pm. The first 100 people will receive 2 pair of tickets.

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· The Cost is $30 for Pre-Registration and it will be $50 at the door for the entire conference.
· The Agenda for the conference is as follows:

Friday August 29th: Networking Meet and Greet Party from 6pm on that evening. Independent artist showcase begins after the Meet and Greet Party; artists to be announced shortly and admission is free and open to the public.

Saturday August 30th: Classes begin at 10am and cover such topics as: Grind 101, Hip-Hop and Ministry, Mainstream Takeover, plus a Panel Discussion on various topics covering the trends and business in the music industry today. Saturday night starting at 6pm The Rapture Concert starring: Mr. Del, TK, Canton Jones, IRocc Williams, Shei Atkins, and much more!! The concert admission Is Free and open to the public.

Sunday August 31st: Starting at 1pm NU Soul Worship and the Word by Pastor Del of City of Refuge Ministries.

· Where:
Grace Celebration Lutheran Church
8601 Trinity Road
Cordova, TN 38018 (Just outside of Memphis, TN)

For Information/Direction call: 901.309.3090 or email Pre-Registration: raptureconference@gmail.com

www.myspace.com/raptureconference

Also, to prepare for “The Gathering” with a copy of Pastor Morton’s MY BETTER HALF album. With songs such as “Where There’s A Will There’s A Way”, “Victory In Praise”, and “Breakthrough” you are sure to relax and get your praise on.

The three-day conference is specifically designed to equip and encourage worship leaders and team members, pastors, vocalists and musicians, as well as anyone interested in cultivating a deeper worship life. Music and ministry-specific sessions will cover a variety of topics from music theory and songwriting to production/recording and vocal techniques.

The diverse line-up of guest speakers, worship leaders and artists includes: Israel Houghton, Aaron Lindsay, Bishop Joseph Garlington, Joel Augé, Ashmont Hill, Miriam Webster of Hillsong Music and Brett Manning, famed vocal coach and guest judge for CMT Network’s “Can You Duet?”.

“The Deeper Level Conference is a time of intense, life-changing worship,” says Israel and New Breed co-founder, producer and songwriter Israel Houghton. “It’s an opportunity to dive deeper into God’s presence and immerse ourselves in His deep grace, which renews and propels us to our divine purpose for the Kingdom.”

An “early bird” discounted conference rate of $99 is available now through Thursday, July 31 with registration and additional information available online at http://www.adeeperlevel.com.

Last year’s conference included a live recording which resulted in Israel and New Breed’s GRAMMY® Award winning Integrity Music CD, A Deeper Level. This year’s event will feature a new, live recording that will take place during the Thursday and Friday evening concerts. Those who cannot attend the conference may attend the nightly concert recordings by purchasing tickets online.

An additional feature of this year’s conference is a songwriting contest available only to registrants. Information on this exciting opportunity for emerging writers is forthcoming and will be posted to ADeeperLevel.com.

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It will feature performances and appearances by Kirk Franklin , Marvin Sapp , LeAnne Palmore , Dorinda Clark-Cole , Vicki Winans , Byron Cage and more!

On Friday June 27 the concert is held featuring the performances of Kirk Franklin , Marvin Sapp , Dorinda Clark-Cole , and Vicki Winans at The Aronoff Center (www.cincinnatiarts.org ). On Saturday June 28th it’s the I Hear Music in the Air Conference , New Artist Showcase and Teen Summit to be held at the Word Family Life Center and on Sunday, June 29th it’s the I Hear Music Gala at The Sheraton main Ballroom.

For more information call the Cincinnati Arts at 513-621-2787 or log onto www.ihearmusicintheair.com.

Source: EURweb