So word has it, Brother Larry Jones is no longer with the Yolanda Adams Morning Show.  Sources say that his contract wasn’t renewed.  The original announcement came from parent company syndication 1, and all though the details surrounding his departure are vague; I wish Brother Larry Jones success in his transition and future endeavors.  The nationally syndicated Yolanda Adams Morning Show can be listened to in over 15 markets nation-wide.  Anthony Valary, and Marcus D. Wiley are still with the show.  No word on if there will be a replacement for Brother Larry Jones.

The 12th annual IMAC Conference heads to the Nashville, TN area October 7-9, 2010.  Produced by Jeff Robinson, the event will convene at Celebration of Life Church in Hendersonville, TN.  The conference is designed to empower and inform those involved in faith-based arts and ministries. This year’s conference features workshops including topics such as voice development, marketing & distribution, and artist management & development. Guest clinicians and performers include Lowell Pye, Claude Deuce, Benita Bellamy, Telisa Stinson, Stan Jones, Earnest Pugh, Kyla Jade, and BET Sunday Best finalist Maurice Griffin. The event will also feature a special salute to Angela Spivey.

You can register on the IMAC website.

A Minister of Music and Musician from the Washington, DC area. Active in the Church Music Ministry 40 years Active in the Gospel Industry 25+ years Prolific in the areas of Marketing, Public Relations, and Promotions Journalist for Community, National, and Internet Gospel Publications.  Kenny Taylor advises PATH’s promotion division.

Affiliations:
Gospel Music Workshop of America
N.A.R.A.S
GMWA G.A.G
National Convention of Choruses & Choirs
S.A.G.M.A.
American Gospel Quartet Convention
Gospel Music Association

Grammy & Stellar Award winner Beverly Crawford is gearing up for the release of her highly anticipated new CD, Live from Los Angeles – Vol. 2, on September 14th. Featuring the hot new single “It’s About Time For A Miracle!”, Live from Los Angeles – Vol. 2 is the follow-up to Beverly’s #1 chart-topper “He’s Done Enough”, which dominated the Billboard Charts for over 70+ weeks & garnered 7 Stellar Award nods including Album of the Year, Artist of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, etc.

Universally regarded as one of the top vocalists in the world with a legion of ardent fans including Natalie Cole, President Obama, Patti LaBelle, Fantasia, etc, Live from Los Angeles – Vol. 2 features Beverly in her element – churching like a crazy woman!

“The incomparable Beverly Crawford is one of the truly great voices of our time!”-Ebony Magazine

“Beverly Crawford is my girl! Without a doubt, one of the baddest vocalists in the world!”-Natalie Cole

From traditional gospel, praise & worship, to contemporary, Live from Los Angeles – Vol. 2, (JDI/Universal) is a 10 song collection featuring gospel at its best. Produced by Michael Bereal and Professor James Roberson, Live from Los Angeles – Vol. 2 also features special guest appearances by the legendary Shirley Murdock & Shawn McLemore.

“With everything that is going on in the world right now, the Lord told me to tell his people that ‘It’s About Time For A Miracle!” says Crawford. “So no matter what you’re going through – financial trouble, sickness in your body, marital problems, whatever – God is about to turn that thang around because – It’s About Time For A Miracle!”

‘Don’t Stop, Git It, Git It!”

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NFL running back Glen Coffee has decided to end his professional football career after having played only one season.

And the decision wasn’t the result of an injury, an arrest, or any sort of scandal.

It was because of his faith.

“I found Christ in college. It changed my views on everything,” Coffee, 23, told a reporter with the Sacramento Bee the morning after announcing his decision. “But I still was a football player because it was expected of me, it was something I did all my life.”

Though Coffee was advised not to speak with the media, he decided to do so Saturday, feeling that the reasoning behind his decision needed to be known – especially amid speculation.

“His (Christ’s) will, I felt, wasn’t football,” he explained simply. And though Coffee believes that everything – including football – should be done to glorify Christ, the running back said Christ had told him “a long time ago to walk away from the game.”

“It’s giving in to his will, man,” he told the Press Register.

Selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the third round of the 2009 NFL Draft, Coffee had been competing for the No. 2 spot behind Pro Bowl running back Frank Gore before announcing suddenly on Friday his decision to retire.

Before joining the 49ers, Coffee was a starter for the University of Alabama and was named to the Associated Press All-SEC first team.

After the 2008 season, Coffee decided to forgo his senior year and declared himself eligible for the 2009 NFL Draft.

Now, with his latest announcement, Coffee says he’s going to return to the University of Alabama to get an undergraduate degree in consumer affairs. He also plans to get a master’s as well.

“It’s simple. I’m going back to school,” told the reporter from the Bee.

Mike Singletary, head coach of the 49ers, said Friday that he respected Coffee’s decision and did not try to convince him to stay.

“I appreciate his honesty and I appreciate him not coming out here and going through the motions,” said Singletary, who is himself a man of faith.

Coffee’s announcement was made just days before the 49ers’ first preseason game of the year and less than a month before the regular season was set to begin.

Singletary suggested Friday that running back Anthony Dixon was most likely to fill in Coffee’s spot. Veteran Michael Robinson is also in the running.

Also Read: Al Harris, an N.F.L. Cornerback and Kevin Soto, an Ex-Convict Will Release a Christian Rap Album in August

 
What: ManPower Conference equips men of all ages, races and spiritual backgrounds to tackle challenging issues including finances, romance, health, family life and leadership at work and home. Through a seminar-style setting, Bishop T.D. Jakes will encourage men to conquer the areas of their lives that have been disrupted by economic hardships, health issues, domestic challenges and other obstacles. The conference prepares men to build strong marriages, increase their confidence and take on community responsibilities. Jakes established ManPower more than 15 years ago to address the needs and struggles of men from all walks of life.

Highlights: Speakers joining Bishop Jakes include Rev. Samuel Rodriguez, Bishop Lester Love and:

Dr. Myles Munroe, Bahamas Faith Ministries
Topic: The Male and the Priority of the FamilyPastor Bill Winston, Bill Winston Ministries
Topic: Kingdom EconomicsBishop I.V. Hilliard, New Light Church, Houston
Topic: Faith Strategies for a Finan cial Makeover

 Artists include: Salvador, Dr. Marvin Sapp and Bishop Gary Oliver

 Free Health Station: ManPower will offer a free health station through MegaCare, the humanitarian organization affiliated with The Potter’s House. The health station will be available Friday, Aug. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and will provide free screenings and health awareness. Prostate cancer survivors will be available to discuss their personal stories and provide prostate health information. In addition, medical and dental professionals will be on hand to offer general consultation and more.

Texas Offenders Reentry Initiative (TORI): In an effort to lower prison re-incarceration, and to inspire formerly incarcerated men as they transition from prison to society, TORI will sponsor 100 former inmates to attend the conference. The men will be encouraged to build their faith as they go through this transitional period of their lives.

When: ManPower will be held Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 26-28, 2010.
For session times and schedules, visit www.manpowerconference.org.

Where: Fort Worth Convention Center, Arena (1201 Houston St., Fort Worth, TX 76102)

Also Read: T.D. Jakes Teams up with Universal Music

Prominent pastor and author Bishop T.D. Jakes has signed a distribution and marketing agreement between his imprint Dexterity Sounds and Universal Music Christian Group. The first project to be released under the new agreement will be Sacred Love Songs II, the much-anticipated follow-up to its nearly gold-selling 1999 predecessor that featured R&B diva Shirley Murdock and Marvin Sapp.

In addition, the team at Dexterity Sounds has begun work on the soundtrack for Jakes’ latest film titled Jumping the Broom. Produced by Jakes and Tracy E. Edmonds, the film tells the story of two families from totally different socioeconomic backgrounds who meet for the first time at a weekend wedding on Martha’s Vineyard.

Obama says that its OK for Muslims to go ahead with plans to build a Muslim Mosque on ground zero.  Many Christians are appalled by the idea of a Mosque being built just a block from where planes crashed into New Yorks twin towers.  The video below shows the President’s press conference expressing his belief in freedom of religion.  What do you think?  Do you agree with the president? 

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Prize:One winner will receive CoCo Brother’s new CD titled “Stand 2010” with songs by Israel Houghton, Joann Rosario Condrey, Tye Tribbett, James Fortune, Darwin Hobbs, BeBe Winans, Pastor Paula White, Canton Jones, Smokie Norful & More.

Exceptions: See guidelines for eligibility.
Number of winners allowed: 1
Ends: The third email with the correct answer wins!

Question (Multiple Choice) : Where was CoCo Brother Born?
A). Atlanta, GA
B). Washington D.C.
C). Germany
D). Europe

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