Daryl Coley Spokesperson for Diabetes

Daryl Coley Spokesperson for Diabetes — Veteran singer Daryl Coley announced in a press conference at the Gospel Music Workshop of America national Convention in Milwaukee that he has accepted the position of National Spokesperson for the American Diabetes Association. Coley, who suffers from the disease himself, is advocating Gospel Announcers to play Public Service Announcements (which he has narrated) promoting awareness and healthy lifestyle choices for disease prevention.

Katrina Relief Benefit in Georgia

Event date: Saturday, October 1, 2005

Sponsored in partnership with many others along with Nova4Jehovah Ministries.

For additional information check out the website:
www.nova4jehovah.com

Here the testimony of Katrina survivors...

Nova4Jehovah
The Saints will thrive in 2005

"Richmond Responds" - Katrinia Relief - Photo Review

Hurricane Katrina Relief Concert "Richmond Responds"

In Collaboration with Richmond City Council and Saint Paul's Baptist Church

The Belle Report
Invites You

Hurricane Katrina Relief Concert
"Richmond Responds"

The Saint Paul's Baptist Church
4247 Creighton Road, Richmond, VA 23223

Saturday, September 24, 2005 @ 6pm

Join Us...Along with United Way, American Red Cross, NAACP

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Albertina Walker sings before thousands at George Town University

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The concert was held at the Lisner Auditorium on the campus of George Washington University

ALBERTINA WALKER AMONG TWELVE ARTISTS TO RECEIVE NATION’S HIGHEST HONOR IN THE FOLK AND TRADITIONAL ARTS

2005 NEA National Heritage Fellows Participate in Capitol Hill Award Ceremony and Concert

Albertina Walker, Gospel singer Chicago, IL


Albertina Walker was nominated for an NEA National Heritage Fellowship by Chicago’s West Point Missionary Baptist Church, where she has been a member for more than 70 years. Known as the “Queen of Gospel Music,” Walker began singing in the church choir when she was four and went on to be mentored by gospel great Mahalia Jackson. Her group, The Caravans, had numerous hits including “Mary Don’t You Weep” and “Walk Around Heaven.” Walker has recorded more than 60 albums, including five gold records. She has received 10 Grammy award nominations; in 1995 she received the Grammy for Best Traditional Gospel Album. In 1988, Walker founded the Albertina Walker Scholarship Foundation for the Creative and Performing Arts, which offers financial assistance to college students aspiring to serve the gospel community.

The NEA National Heritage events are supported by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. and WAMU 88.5 FM.

Happy Birthday to the Presiding Bishop of Churches Of God In Christ (COGIC) Bishop Gilbert E. Patterson

Memphis, TN -- Today, Thursday, September 22, 2005, is Bishop Gilbert Patterson's birthday! We pray that God keeps his protective and loving hand on our brother as he continues to do God’s will. Bishop Patterson has led the Church Of God In Christ (COGIC) for the past five years as Presiding Bishop. He has impacted the world greatly, COGIC and abroad!

Queen Albertina Walker Set to Be Honored by the United States

Baltimore, MD – In just a few days The National Endowment of The Arts Fellowship Award will be awarded to the Albertina Walker also known as the “Queen of Gospel.” This honor is the highest honor given by the United States government to any artist. This award will be presented to Walker during three days of events with a banquet, awards ceremony and a concert in Maryland. Additionally, Patrick Lundy and The Ministers of Music (PL&MOM) will be backing Walker during her presentation at the NEA Honorees Concert on Friday, September 23, 2005 to be held at George Washington University.


National officials will present her with a medal of honor along $20,000 for her contributions to gospel music and the music art form. Ms. Walker is the only African American female selected this year, and the only gospel artist as well.

To date she has recorded more than 60 albums, with five gold records and 10 Grammy nominations among them. In 1995, she received a Grammy for the Best Traditional Gospel Album. Always active in her church and community, she founded the Albertina Walker Scholarship Foundation for the Creative and Performing Arts in 1998, which offers financial assistance to college students who aspire to serve the gospel community.


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Hurricane Katrina Relief Concert "Richmond Responds"

The Saint Paul's Baptist Church
4247 Creighton Road, Richmond, VA 23223
Saturday, September 24, 2005 @ 6pm

Join Us, Along with United Way, American Red Cross, NAACP, And our Special Guests, including; R & B Crooner Carlton Blount, Lori El', Neo Soul Singer Joy B. Moore, R & B artist "RUDY", Out the Box Mime, First Lady Rose Watson, Minister Robbie Cunningham, The VA GMWA Mass Choir, Maggie Ingram & The Ingramettes, Greg Roberts & Soulful Celebration, Saint Paul's Baptist Church Mass Choir, and many more!

Proceeds from the evening will go directly to the American Red Cross and Tom Joyner's BlackAmericaWeb.com Relief Fund.

PRESS: TV crews and photographers are welcome to shoot b-roll footage. Artists will be available for interviews.

For more information, e-mail us at thebelle@hotmail.com, or call (804) 775-6990 or (804) 643-4000.

SIP Review - The Virginia Gospel Announcer's Guild (GAG) 2nd Anniversary Sept 15 - 17th, 2005

GAG Officers, P. T. Brown, Bryant Johnson, Humilitee, Sheilah Belle a.k.a. “The Belle” Shaun Lindsey, Earl Bynum, Ed Stephens, Jr. and National Vice Chair of the GAG Bishop Sam Williams


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Virginia Gospel Announcer's Guild (GAG) 2nd Anniversary

September 15th - September 17th
Richmond, Virginia




Ed Stevens - Chairman - VAGAG

Location: Antioch Christian Center (ACC)

325 E. Belt Blvd. - Richmond, VA 23224

Our Guest:

Lisa Page
Marette Brown-Clark
Russell Delegation
Dr. Timothy Wright ... and many more

NOTE: ALL PHOTOGRAPHY ON THIS WEBSITE IS COPYRIGHT PROTECTED

All Photos by: Paulette Singleton aka "Photolady"

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED



For additional information:

Contact: Ed Stevens 804.347.0747

or Peggy Perkins-Smith 804.475-3414

Praise 104.7 - The American Red Cross - Katrina Relief --- $50,000

Reported by: Paulette Singleton

Richmond, VA ... Today Praise 104.7 united with the American Red Cross for 12 solid hours to raise funds in support of the Katrina Relief Fund.

This morning on my way to work just before 8:00am the total amount raised: $3,000.

On the way home the total was over 35,120.00 which was around 6:00pm.

Final Total Raised: over ... $50,000

Govenor Warner stopped by the studio to show his support and gave a cash donation of $500.00. Next Govenor Warner went to the call center and took calls from those making pledges.

Thank You VIRGINIA!!!

God Bless

Da Minista: Project Drops September 13th

John Miller's Son - Still Preachin

Members of the Gospel Announcer's Guild had the opportunity to hear a sample portion of this project during the 35th Annual GAG Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin - August 2005. You must add this project to your collection.

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One Church Tour - Richmond VA

The One Church Tour took place on Brown's Island.
The attendance was over 12,000. Richmond worshipers and concert goers arrived early. This concert was a free event, in fact, so many people came out that some had to be tured away. The gates opened at 8:30am and service started at 10:00am. The One Church Tour concert started shortly after the service. During the service three large tour buses were excorted to the area behind the stage.

This concert was sponsored by St. Paul's Baptist Church where Rev. Lance Watson is the pastor. St. Paul also celebrated their Annual Homecoming Service on Brown's Island.

Be sure to check out additional photos posted by: National Photographer: Paulette Singleton. Look for the "One Church Tour" link [Click Here]

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NASCAR RACING at RIR

Richmond International Raceway (RIR)
September 8, 9, 10, 2005



Report by: Paulette Singleton

NOTE: Visit our site again for additional photos from the race.

Once again NASCAR racing took place in Richmond, Virginia and I was apart of the Media staff covering the event. It’s my understanding that people camp out days before the racing takes place.

I have lived in Richmond most of my life and this year was the first year that I attended any race at RIR. Yes I have visited the location many times, to attend different events like the computer show, the doll show, arts and crafts, of course, the Virginia State Fair.

How I got involved was when a friend ask me to come along to be his photographer and to capture some of the behind the scene activities.

I was highly impressed with the how techno savvy the racing industry has become. A great number of media, press, reporters and photographers attend the NASCAR races. There are rooms set up for the press and photographers wired with Ethernet cables for direct Internet access. This type of setup will allow anyone to report immediately what is happen at the racetrack via their laptop.

On September 9th, I had the pleasure and opportunity to see and talk to Mr. Bill Lester. I first met him in Washington, DC at the National Press Club. Mr. Lester is an African racecar driver. Mr. Lester participated in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. As you may know the Truck series will not race again in Richmond, VA. Mr. Bill Lester of Oakland, CA drives a Toyota Truck # 22, team name: SunTrust Toyota, Crew Chief: Doug Wilcott.

Stellar Awards 2006 - Nashville

Stellar Awards Heading to Nashville for 2006 — The 2006 Stellar Awards will be held in Nashville, Tennessee in January, 2006. This is the first time the awards have moved to the music-dominated city, and Central City Productions has chosen the Grand Ole Opry House as the venue.

Redeem Church Of God In Christ - Gives Monetary Donation - Katrina Relief Fund

Pastor George Williams and First Lady Grace Williams and the Redeem Church Family have made a monetary contribution to the Katrina Relief fund.

Our motto: "We Push Love" ... and yes! Love includes giving

Redeem Church Of God In Christ
5601 Bryce Lane
Richmond, Virginia 23223

Dallas Fort Worth - Chapter (GAG) Hurricane Katrina Relief Concert

Dallas- Fort Worth Chapter
of the Gospel Announcers Guild

Presents

Hurricane Katrina Relief Concert
Friday, September 9, 2005 7:30 P.M.

Golden Gate Church of God In Christ

4801 Wilbarger Street – Fort Worth, Texas

Featuring: Tommye Young-West, Apostle Darrell Yancey, Predestined, Angela Blair (Kraft Gospel Search Winner), Aaron Angton & Integrity, Carolyn Roberts, a host of other musical guests along with Hurricane Katrina victims and volunteers!

All Proceeds Will Be Donated To Salvation Army of Fort Worth, Texas

For More Information Contact:

Fitzgerald Davis @ (214) 334-9379 or Cedric Bailey @ (817) 703-3511

Benefit Concert for William Demps

Mr. William Demps

Photo by: Paulette Singleton

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2005 GMWA Gospel Treasure Search Winner

Saturday, November 5, 2005 - 7 PM

Goodwill Baptist Church
126 15th Avenue - Seattle, WA 98122

Funds raised at this event will help William in his travels to minister at events that he has been invited to as part of his prize packet.
Special Guests:
Gospel Comediann Broderick E. RiceDaNell Daymon & A Royal Priesthood

Witherspoon

Youth for Christ Shabach Choir

AnnMarie Pasley

Ps. If you are out of state or won't be able to make it to the event and would like to make a donation or possibly take part in sponsership oppertunities contact.
Contact info:
William Demps & B The Truth Music Ministry
153 South 160th Street - Suite 53
Burien, WA 98148
PHONE: (206) 354-2028
Webstie: www.WilliamDemps.com
E-mail us: illwillnavyseal@hotmail.com

American Idol - George Huff and family... now homeless - Katrina

Huff lived in New Orleans with his mother and siblings. He and 14 of his relatives left New Orleans over the weekend and are now in living in Dallas, TX with his brother. George comes from a large extended family and he does not know where everyone is nor how they are doing. When news of the storm hit... everyone just scattered.

George Huff recently attending the GMWA convention where he sang songs from his new album scheduled to be released October 2005. The single from this project is entitled "Brighter Days."

Let us keep everyone in prayer and continue your support efforts.

Photo Tribute: Dr. Kenneth Levar Riddle Photography by: Paulette Singleton

View full slide show of 19 photos that feature Dr. Kenneth Levar Riddle and his performance with Tye Tribette and GA.

We will all miss him...

To view photo tribute: http://www.saintsinpraise.com

Click on the first link entitled: IN LOVING MEMORY OF: Dr. Kenneth Levar Riddle

Our prayers are with the family and friends of Dr. Riddle

UGA & HolyHipHop.com Provides Supplies to Katrina Victims

CONTACT
Urban Gospel Alliance National
510-472-0177
www.urbangospelalliance.com

UGA Partners With HolyHipHop.com
To Provide Direct Supplies
To Katrina Victims

Families and Individuals must help!!!

Katrina Relief Organization Numbers

We Must Pray .... Yes!!! We Must Give - Our Family gave... You Must Give also!!!

NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS:

RED CROSS - 1-800-HELP-NOW1-800-435-7669/ENGLISH1-800-257-7575 Spanish/Espagnol
SALVATION ARMY -1-800-SAL-ARMY 1-800-725-2769
SHELTER INFORMATION FOR VICTIMS IN OUR LISTENING AREA:
RED CROSS 1-866-GET-INFO1-866-438-4636
TRIAGE PHONE NUMBERS:
ALEXANDRIA - 800-841-5778SHREVEPORT - 800-841-5776LAFAYETTE - 800-901-3210SLIDELL/ HAMMOND - 866-280-2711MONROE - 866-280-7287BATON ROUGE - 800-349-1372

FEMAWWW.FEMA.GOVLOUISIANA HOMELAND SECURITY WWW.OHSEP.LOUISIANA.GOVLOUISIANA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE:WWW.GOV.STATE.LA.USHere is a list of phone numbers set up solely for cash donations and/or volunteers.
Donate cash to: Operation Blessing 1-800-436-6348
America's Second Harvest 1-800-344-8070
Donate Cash to and Volunteer with: Adventist Community Services 1-800-381-7171
Catholic Charities, USA 703 549-1390
Christian Disaster Response 941-956-5183 or 941-551-9554
Christian Reformed World Relief Committee 1-800-848-5818
Church World Service 1-800-297-1516
Convoy of Hope 417-823-8998
Lutheran Disaster Response 800-638-3522
Mennonite Disaster Service 717-859-2210
Nazarene Disaster Response 888-256-5886
Presbyterian Disaster Assistance 800-872-3283
Southern Baptist Convention -- Disaster Relief 1-800-462-8657, ext. 6440
United Methodist Committee on Relief 1-800-554-8583
For further information: visit the website for the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD) at :http://www.nvoad.org/

An Update: Bishop Paul S. Morton Lost His Home And One Of His Sanctuaries To Hurricane Katrina

Bishop Paul S. Morton lost his brand new home that was built last year to hurricane Katrina.

He also said that the main sanctuary, one of three; was totally lost, the uptown sanctuary sustained some water and other minor damages and the West Bay sanctuary was in pretty good shape.

Bishop Morton is stranded in the state of New Jersey although he wants to be with his flock. Our prayers go out to Bishop Morton, his congregation and the people of Louisiana.

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Dr. Kenneth Levar Riddle - background singer: Tye Tribette and GA

Washington, D.C. -- Dr. Kenneth Levar Riddle, whose soulful tenor voice glorified the Lord through the gift of gospel music, has passed from his earthly life, through the Grace of God, into the eternal life promised in Holy Scripture. A native of Alexandria, Virginia, Dr. Riddle, affectionately known as "Kenneth" to his family, friends, fans, and his fellow members of Tye Tribbett and Greater Anointing, will be missed by all.

Many of the high spirited moves and choreography of Greater Anointing were the results of the talented and spirit-filled heart of Kenneth. Kenneth was born in Youngstown, Ohio, on June 27, 1980, to Gail Riddle-LaRoda and Kenneth L. Riddle. He received his early education in the City of Cincinnati, Ohio, and completed High School in the State of New Jersey. Having been at the top of his classes throughout Elementary, Junior High and High School, it was no wonder that he would excel in college where he matriculated at Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia in 2004 with a Doctor of Pharmaceuticals Degree. This brilliant young man maintained his status on the Dean's List during his entire college career.

Kenneth had a profound love for the Lord and was saved at a very early age at the Greater Bethlehem Temple Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. Upon his relocation, with his loving mother, to the City of Camden, New Jersey at the age of 10, Kenneth became a member of the El Bethel Church of Christ in Camden. He went on to become a member of Restoring Life Church in Baltimore, Maryland, under the leadership of Pastor Ken and was a faithful member until his passing.

Kenneth epitomized the meaning of "Remember thy creator in the days of thy youth." Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 5, 2005 at the Empowerment Temple Church, 4217 - 4221 Primrose Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215 with Dr. Kenneth O. Robinson II officiating. The viewing will convene at 8:00am, followed by the Home Going Celebration at 10:00am.

For more information contact Restoring Life International Church at 410-415-6400.