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Oklahoma City author Tohnyonah Jackson’s bend-but-don’t-break faith gives way to a life-changing book

I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. (Psalm 139:14 NIV)

All jokes aside.

Tohnyonah Jackson is a little more than two years removed from having witnessed the much-anticipated release of her very first book.

BEND BUT DON’T BREAK FAITH STEPPER — And so it came to pass on May 31, 2016 that Tohnyonah Jackson, a native of Oklahoma City, had officially made her authorship debut with release of her spiritually gut-checking written document entitled, “Bending But Not Breaking.”

And boy, it’s surely one that is steadily advancing the kingdom for such a time as now.

“I used to tell my friends I was going to write a book, but it was in a joking way,” Jackson told Making Headline News during a weekend interview. “It didn’t manifest until after my grandfather on my dad’s side of the family passed away in August of 2013, a few days after my first grandchild was born.”

For Jackson, it also was a seemingly dark, turbulent season of her life, during which God had deemed it essential to place her faith on trial unlike never before.

“I battled with God, because that’s not what I wanted to do. I was trying to get into nursing school…test after test, fail after fail. I didn’t understand why I was not passing the tests, missing by 1 to 5 points. Later I realized I wasn’t being obedient and had to write.” — Author Tohnyonah Jackson 

And the rest, as they say, was history.

And so it came to pass on May 31, 2016 that Jackson, a native of Oklahoma City, had officially made her authorship debut with release of her spiritually gut-checking written document entitled, “Bending But Not Breaking,” a 62-page, self-published project that depicts the life of a young girl who wanted to be loved by her family, but according to the writer who’s widely known as “Author Tohnyonah,” she wound up discovering that love in her family came disguised in abuse, alcohol, drugs, staying in the homes of several family members.

PURCHASE AUTHOR THONYONAH’S BOOK HERE: https://www.amazon.com/Bending-But-Breaking-Tohnyonah-Jackson/dp/1498457878#customerReviews

A MUST READ — A 62-page, self-published project that depicts the life of a young girl who wanted to be loved by her family, but according to the writer who’s widely known as “Author Tohnyonah,” she wound up discovering that love in her family came disguised in abuse, alcohol, drugs, staying in the homes of several family members.

As if those personal encounters weren’t enough to rattle and disrupt the life of this young girl, Tohnyonah recalled having been molested as a child, a development that had ultimately led to her being adopted by another family, which unfortunately had given way to her further being molested and abused.

But God…

However, despite her assortment of struggles and turbulence, Author Tohnyonah steadfastly clung to unwavering faith, believing that God had a strategic plan for her life from the outset, a plan to prosper and not harm her, a plan that would ultimately blossom into a life-changing testimony for the ages, a plan that would catapult her to the purpose for which God created her.

“In this book, (Author Tohnyonah) sees that God’s loving provision doesn’t give more than one can handle,” said a spokesperson for Jackson’s book in a detail breakdown at Amazon.com.

THE ROMANS 8:18 FACTOR — Even upon the sudden deaths of her beloved mother and close aunt, Jackson sensed that she had to carry out of her God-mandated assignment to compose her book.

For Jackson, her quest to assemble her first book came courtesy of her abstaining from leaning unto her own understanding and seeking and consulting God for a sense of direction.

“I didn’t know what to write until I asked and the Holy Spirit, Who said, ‘The beginning,’” Jackson explained. “And so I did.”

Even upon the sudden deaths of her beloved mother and close aunt, Jackson sensed that she had to carry out of her God-mandated assignment to compose her book.

“I didn’t understand why (they passed away), because I was being obedient (to God),” Jackson said. So from August 2013 through May 2016, through all the losses, my book was released the day before my birthday, May 31, 2016.”

SHE’S STILL STANDING — Despite her assortment of struggles and turbulence, Author Tohnyonah steadfastly clung to unwavering faith, believing that God had a strategic plan for her life from the outset, a plan to prosper and not harm her, a plan that would ultimately blossom into a life-changing testimony for the ages, a plan that would catapult her to the purpose for which God created her.

Much to Jackson’s delight, it is a book that has garnered a slew of rave reviews.

“The message is you do not have to live in your past. Whatever God has taken you through, there is a purpose, so trust the process,” Jackson said. “While writing there were a lot of obstacles that fell in the way to discourage me, but as I wrote, chains were being broken. I was being released from the bondage of hurt, guilt, depression that I didn’t realize I was depressed.”

That’s not all to which Jackson had come to grips amid her season in the wilderness.

“(I learned to embrace) self-love and, most of all, I was gaining more love for God,” Jackson said. “I realize God created me for a special purpose starting with my name (she’s now chuckling). I live by I am fearfully marvelously made.”

All of which sums up why 2019, like 2016, figures to be a season of even more manifested blessings for this brilliantly gifted writer.

PURCHASE AUTHOR THONYONAH’S BOOK HERE: https://www.amazon.com/Bending-But-Breaking-Tohnyonah-Jackson/dp/1498457878#customerReviews

DOING IT GOD’S WAY — For Jackson, her quest to assemble her first book came courtesy of her abstaining from leaning unto her own understanding and seeking and consulting God for a sense of direction.

“I haven’t had any speaking engagements, but my vision for 2019 is to start going to speak in different cities to young teenage mothers, young girls in foster care, and young women and girls that have been sexually (abused) and feel like they can’t love,” Jackson said.

What a difference obeying the Voice of God has made.

All jokes aside.

For more information about Oklahoma City-based Author Tohnyonah Jackson, or to schedule her for a public appearance, a book signing or speaking engagement, connect with her via social media at: https://www.facebook.com/author.tohnyonah.5. Also, send email to: tohnyonahjackson@yahoo.com.

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New York author Shawn Headley’s new book enjoying instant success with unprecedented sales

I have seen something else under the sun: The race is not to the swift or the battle to the strong, nor does food come to the wise or wealth to the brilliant or favor to the learned; but time and chance happen to them all. (Ecclesiastes 9:11 NIV)

At the end of the real day, you’ve got to grasp a thorough concept of what it means to go far beyond start.

That, after all, practically sums up why Shawn Headley has become fully committed to often posing the million dollar question.

That is, “Are you confused about how to get started?”

“God gave me the vision to write the book in 2016, but as the book title goes, I didn’t know how to start,” Headley, a Long Island, New York-area author, told Making Headline News this week.

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The book to which Headley is alluding is her informative and compelling project that is entitled, “The Start Is What Stops Most People: 7 Simple Steps To Starting Your Nonprofit Organization.”

A book that officially made its presence on the market a less than two months ago, Headley’s “The Start Is What Stops Most People: 7 Simple Steps To Starting Your Nonprofit Organization” is an extension of her Each One Teach One Mentoring Service, or nonprofit organization.

A native of the Bronx, New York, Headley has enjoyed what apparently has been instant success since the release her new book.

GPS SYSTEM TO SUCCESS — A book that officially made its presence on the market a less than two months ago, Headley’s “The Start Is What Stops Most People: 7 Simple Steps To Starting Your Nonprofit Organization” is an extension of her Each One Teach One Mentoring Service, or nonprofit organization.

That’s because she immediately sold out of her initial batch just days after fielding it (not including her online orders through Amazon).

More than anything, though, credit her immeasurable body of work through her professional as the biggest reason her book is enjoying sustained success.

“My reason for writing the book is because as I coach individuals, the one thing has been said throughout. I’ve always wanted to start my nonprofit and I didn’t know how and I didn’t know where to begin.” — Author Shawn Headley 

To her credit, all of that has changed considerably in recent years, in large part because Headley’s nonprofit organization experience spans more than eight years.

PUTTING IN WORK — More than anything, credit Headley’s immeasurable body of work through her professional as the biggest reason her book is enjoying sustained success.

For instance, Each One Teach One began with a vision to help givers in the nonprofit industry achieve what they deserve, according to a detailed breakdown of Headley’s organization at https://eachoneteachonementoring.com.

Such perseverance had ultimately led to Headley having established A Stairway To Hope — her very first nonprofit organization — in 2010.

So much for stopping at the very start, considering this progressive and resourceful businesswoman-turned-author needed roughly two weeks to start and finish “The Start Is What Stops Most People: 7 Simple Steps To Starting Your Nonprofit Organization.”

MORE ON EACH ONE TEACH ONE: https://eachoneteachonementoring.com

“The divine message I’m sending with the book is that if you’re arm with knowledge of how to execute your vision, then you can get your dream off the ground,” Headley explained. “The message I’m also trying to give is the start is what stops most people, but through this book, your new beginnings can be less stressful.”

Interestingly, it seems that Headley’s unique analogies and suggestions have inspired countless of people, particularly those who aspire to establish a nonprofit organization.

How else to explain the rapid sellout of her first batch of books?

PURCHASE AUTHOR SHAWN’S BOOK HERE: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1727575997/

“The feedback that I’ve gotten from the book is that it’s comprehensive and the light bulb goes off after reading the book,” Headley said. “I believe God put me on this earth as a giver.”

To her credit, Headley’s professional resume is such that she customarily gives mightily, courtesy of agape love, coupled with a wealth of experience as a nonprofit organization insider, of sorts.

“It started with my own nonprofit organization, A Stairway To Hope, which is a community outreach organization for individuals  and families in need,” said Headley, who has announced a second book is presently in the works and will be released by year’s end. “And now I create more givers by helping nonprofits get off the ground.”

Because, after all, at the end of the real day, you’ve got to grasp a thorough concept of what it means to go far beyond start.

For more information about Long Island, New York-area Author Shawn Headley, or to schedule her for a public appearance, a book signing or speaking engagement, call 1-347-499-8440, or fax 1-516-285-0350. Also, send email to: eachoneteach1mentoring@gmail.com.

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Maryland author Dallas Gordon defies a slew of hurdles, composes a kingdom-advancing book

For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. (Romans 8:18 KJV) 

Dallas Gordon’s book is a little more than a month removed from its much-anticipated release date and, much to her delight, it’s already having a massive kingdom impact.

According to those who are closely connected to Gordon, a Harford County, Maryland-based author, her newly-produced book entitled, “From Pain To Power: Embrace The Lesson And Reclaim Your Power,” will be the center of discussion during a local Bible study in the coming weeks.

GOD’S LEADING LADY — According to those who are closely connected to Dallas Gordon, a Hartford County, Maryland-based author, her newly-produced book entitled, “From Pain To Power: Embrace The Lesson And Reclaim Your Power,” will be the center of discussion during a local Bible study in the coming weeks.

For Gordon, such an intriguing development undoubtedly is in alignment with the divine purpose she’s convinced that God had for her book since He strategically assigned her to compose it.

“I had been writing this book since childhood, but never published anything until recently,” Gordon, an Owings Mills, Maryland native, told Making Headline News this week. “I was in a really hard season, and was writing my way through it.”

Because of who she is and because of where God is taking her, Gordon not only used her immeasurable gifts as a young writer to help spiritually bail her out of her tumultuous season in the wilderness.

Rather, she used her dazzling writing mechanics to help steer her into a much-needed and intimate fellowship with God.

PURCHASE DALLAS GORDON’S BOOK HERE: https://www.amazon.com/Pain-Power-Embrace-Lesson-Reclaim-ebook/dp/B07GFNSM5H

ROUND OF APPLAUSE — As expected, Gordon’s reading audience has collectively applauded and commended her for obeying God’s Voice by moving forward with a book she had finished writing some time last year.

That, to her credit, practically sums up why her newly-assembled project is having an immediate kingdom impact.

“It was during hard times that it was impressed in my spirit to just write,” said Gordon, explaining how God had gone about giving her the vision to write her book. “During that season, I was so conflicted as to why everything seemed to be going wrong. I could barely utter a word in prayer, so I just wrote.”

For what it worth is, the more she wrote, the more revelation knowledge she began to acquire.

The more revelation knowledge she began to acquire, the more she began to steadfastly build up her spirit man.

The more she began to build up her spirit man, the more she began to witness just why God had strategically handpicked her to produce a life-enhancing, spiritually-driven book for such a time as now.

Never mind that her heart was suddenly broken into pieces along what undoubtedly was a rough and rugged, sometimes seemingly unbearable journey as a young writer.

“My dad passed away a couple years ago during the season of me writing this book,” Gordon explained.” His death was very unexpected and made me realize just how much life isn’t promised. This heartbreak pushed me over the edge and into actually publishing my very first book.”

The rest, as they say, was history.

BUT GOD — Because of who she is and because of where God is taking her, Gordon not only used her immeasurable gifts as a young writer to help spiritually bail her out of her tumultuous season in the wilderness.

Despite the untimely death of her father, despite the assortment of unfavorable situations and circumstances, even when it seemed her faith was bleak and on the brink of evaporating, God has ultimately stepped in and rescued her child as only He could.

“That pain is inevitable, but we can change our perspective and take our power back while doing so,” said Gordon, explaining the slew of developments surrounding a From Pain To Power book that is comprised of 84 pages and was officially released on September 17. “I believe one of my great purposes in life is to lead people into freedom, mentally, spiritually and financially. This book is helping people to live a life of freedom and have joy even in trying times.”

As expected, Gordon’s reading audience has collectively applauded and commended her for obeying God’s Voice by moving forward with a book she had finished writing some time last year.

FAMILY FOCUS — Gordon’s book is a little more than a month removed from its much-anticipated release date and, much to her delight, it’s already having a massive kingdom impact.

“I’m amazed by the positive reactions,” said Gordon, who’s widely also as a motivational speaker and expert business coach. “I’ve received from the book. It’s changing lives one person at a time.”

Interestingly, Gordon’s new book has garnered a favorable media presence, considering she was recently was interviewed on the Mavericks On The Move Show and also appeared on the show, “Accelerate With Valencia Daniel.”

PURCHASE DALLAS GORDON’S BOOK HERE: https://www.amazon.com/Pain-Power-Embrace-Lesson-Reclaim-ebook/dp/B07GFNSM5H

“I want for people to know that no matter what they’re grieving, whether it is a loss of a business, spouse or loved one, that there is life after losing someone or something,” Gordon said. “Problems happen, but we can walk in victory when we choose the higher road, which is positive thinking. With a strong mindset and faith in God, we can conquer anything.”

Something that, in all likelihood, will be reinforced in the coming week’s when her book becomes the center of discussion during a local Bible study.

Talk about God using His child for His glory.

For more information about Harford County, Maryland-based Author Dallas Gordon, or to schedule her for a public appearance, a book signing or speaking engagement, connect with her via Facebook under: Dallas Gordon. Also, send email to: info@ecommbizcoach.com.

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Tampa’s Michelle Greene Rhodes savoring the best of both worlds as a medical professional, entrepreneur

MAKING HEADLINE NEWS WELCOMES MICHELLE GREENE RHODES

One thing about Michelle Greene Rhodes, she’s fully aware of the purpose for which God has created her.

She’s not just aware of it, mind you.

Given the progressive and flourishing strides she’s made over the years, Rhodes’ reputation is such that she’s destined to go above and beyond to live her best life as an accomplished medical professional.

And not just live and savor her best life but, most importantly, she’s committed to helping others follow suit.

WHAT ABOUT MICHELLE? 
 www.MichelleRhodesOnline.com

COACH ENTREPRENEUR — A native of St Petersburg, Florida who boasts a solid career as a registered nurse, Michelle Greene Rhodes is the mastermind by an immeasurable coaching business, which allows her to inspire and empower nurses into entrepreneurship.

“(I want) to see more nurses fulfilled by their purpose,” Rhodes, during an interview this week with Making Headline News, said, explaining her mission that has benefited her mightily as a thriving, progressive businesswoman.

A native of St Petersburg, Florida who boasts a solid career as a registered nurse, Rhodes is the mastermind by an immeasurable coaching business, which allows her to inspire and empower nurses into entrepreneurship.

“(I have) the desire to see nurses fulfill their dreams and passion outside of the hospital,” said Rhodes, explaining how her competitive drive in life has helped propel her for her business venture. “We have so much to offer. I love the freedom it brings and the purpose it fulfills.”

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MAJOR CAREER MILESTONE — In May 2018, Rhodes witnessed the much-anticipated release of her first book entitled, “The Nurse Echelon: A Victorious Nurse Anthology.”

For Rhodes, who currently resides in Tampa, her well-publicized track record as an RN has been nothing short of remarkable.

That’s because aside from customarily caring for and tending to those who are in dire need of medical help, Rhodes can be appropriately deemed a woman of many hats, considering she is a gifted author and public speaker.

In May 2018, Rhodes witnessed the much-anticipated release of her first book entitled, “The Nurse Echelon: A Victorious Nurse Anthology.”

Comprised of 220 pages, Rhodes’ “The Nurse Echelon: A Victorious Nurse Anthology” is centered mostly on the spiritually-enhancing subject that is victory, most notably how victory has been commonly defined as what she describes as the overcoming of an enemy or antagonist.

“In life, many of us have had to triumph over trials and tribulations to meet a particular goal in life,” said a spokesperson for Rhodes recently-released book at Amazon.com. “Those who do not allow hardships to defeat them have been known as overcomers. When it comes to becoming a nurse or enduring a nursing career, it is known that the schooling is rigorous, the work is tough, the shifts are long and there are some nights that we cannot sleep due to thinking about the shift before. This anthology was created to inspire women, nurses and future nurses to not give up when hard times come. You see, after the rain comes the sunshine.”

A pretty empowering synopsis of a scintillating written document that will be on display when Rhodes hosts her fourth book signing, this time on Saturday, October 20 at a Tampa-area Barnes And Noble.

“We’ll also be launching my 2nd Annual Nurses Book Drop, (during which) I (introduce) 10 nurses as authors,” Rhodes said. “Last year’s event was a huge success.”

A coaching business that went into full operations in November 2016, Rhodes emphasized, among other things, that her sustained success has come to fruition, courtesy of her fervent desire to esteem and inspire others daily.

TEAM RHODES — For Rhodes, who currently resides in Tampa, her well-publicized track record as an RN has been nothing short of remarkable. That’s because aside from customarily caring for and tending to those who are in dire need of medical help, Rhodes can be appropriately deemed a woman of many hats, considering she is a gifted author and public speaker.

“Having stayed the course and achieved my own dreams, I find joy in helping others attain theirs as well.” — Michelle Greene Rhodes

A business venture that mostly accommodates women ranging in ages 28 to 48, Rhodes has been afforded the golden opportunity to put her work-related gifts on display in a variety of places, even as far as in the Bahamas.

Interestingly, in May 2019, she will be empowering women in Paris, France along with internationally-acclaimed speaker, Cheryl Wood.

“Having stayed the course and achieved my own dreams, I find joy in helping others attain theirs as well,” Rhodes said. 

Now we know why she’s fully aware of the purpose for which God has created her.

For more information about Tampa, Florida-based Author/Businesswoman Michelle Greene Rhodes, or to schedule her for a public appearance, a book signing or speaking engagement, connect with her via Facebook under: Michelle Greene Rhodes. Also, send email to: michelle@michellerhodesonline.com.

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Accomplished Nashville author Raeshal Solomon completes her latest book in less than a week

MAKING HEADLINE NEWS WELCOMES RAESHAL SOLOMON

Raeshal Solomon is convinced that it is never too early to teach youngsters about the pros and cons of money.

“Parents need to understand that teaching their children about money can be easy and fun,” Solomon told Making Headline News during a recent interview. “They also need to know the importance of starting now.”

It is in large part because of these notable economic concepts that have greatly fueled Solomon’s desire to compose a book she senses will aid children mightily, particularly as it pertains to making wise monetary decisions as they mature in age.

MOM KNOWS BEST — A Nashville-area author, Raeshal Solomon is the mastermind behind the book entitled, “The 25 – 25 Strategies To Teach Your Child About Money,” her fourth published written document that was officially released on July 28.

A Nashville-area author, Solomon is the mastermind behind the book entitled, “The 25 – 25 Strategies To Teach Your Child About Money,” her fourth published written document that was officially released on July 28.

A book that is also known as “The 25,” Solomon’s latest project is a parent guide, of sorts, to teaching your children about money, courtesy of a book that has every day strategies, many of which any parent can use to make a complex subject like money fun and easy to talk about.

A book she began assembling approximately two months ago, Solomon — who technically has written somewhere in the neighborhood of two dozen  books — needed just six days to put the finishing touches on “The 25 – 25 Strategies To Teach Your Child About Money.”

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A book that is also known as “The 25,” Solomon’s latest project is a parent guide to teaching your children about money, courtesy of a book that has every day strategies, many of which any parent can use to make a complex subject like money fun and easy to talk about.

“I wrote the first 4,800 words in only two days,” Solomon said. “After working with my editor, I was able to finalize the book in four more days.”

Surely, it’s safe to assume that it was 10 days well spent for this thriving, progressive writer, who also authored these published books: “Shop, Shop, Shop,” “Tim’s Red Rudy,” and “Gale’s Day of Giving.”

When asked what is the divine message she’s sending to her reading audience through her latest book, Solomon said, “My other books are tools to help parents, but they are children’s books focused on financial literacy as well.”

YOU GO GIRL!!! A book she began assembling approximately two months ago, Solomon — who technically has written somewhere in the neighborhood of two books — needed just six days to put the finishing touches on “The 25 – 25 Strategies To Teach Your Child About Money.”

As expected, the feedback since the release of “The 25” has been mostly favorable for this native of Johns Island, South Carolina. 

“People love what I have created,” Solomon said. “They find my books to be helpful.”

RAESHAL SOLOMON RELATED STORY: https://makingheadlinenews.com/2017/06/14/nashville-area-author-raeshal-solomon-battles-through-sickle-cell-writes-an-unprecedented-23-childrens-books-in-a-three-year-span/ 

Having recently wrapped up a book tour, during which former NFL player Darius A. Robinson had the pleasure of reading several of Solomon’s books to a gallery of elementary students, Solomon emphasized that the purpose for which God has created her as an author is to teach children about money while they are young.

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED — When asked what is the divine message she’s sending to her reading audience through her latest book, Solomon said, “My other books are tools to help parents, but they are children’s books focused on financial literacy as well.”

“We can raise more children who are givers and who are grateful,” Solomon said. “I honestly write what God places in my heart. I never know what He will give me next.”

Besides other forthcoming books, Solomon recently established a kids’ podcast called, “PodKash Kids,” which is geared largely toward what she describes as kid entrepreneurs.

For more information about Nashville-area Author Raeshal Solomon, or to schedule her for a public appearance, a book signing or speaking engagement, connect with her via Facebook under: Raeshal Solomon. Also, send email to: raeshal@gmail.com.

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Buffalo, New York’s Charles McCarley raising the bar, creating an exquisite legacy as the Senior Pastor of Tabernacle Of Praise Church

And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. (Matthew 16:18)

There’s no other way to put it.

Charles W. McCarley was only being forthright.

Or as the young people would say, he was only “keeping it 100.”

HANDPICKED BY GOD — It is, by all accounts, because of Elder Charles McCarley’s fervent desire to demonstrate love the way God specifically commands us that the historic Tabernacle Of Praise Church has become the beacon of light for which it is widely known in Buffalo, New York as well as throughout the Body of Christ.

“I became unsatisfied with ministry as usual,” McCarley, during an interview this week with Making Headline News, said, when asked when did sense that God was strategically preparing him for ministry. “I believed there had to be more to this then just church Sunday after Sunday.”

That, as a result, practically sums up why McCarley, 44, felt it was time to ask God for a broader sense of direction, to order his steps the more if you will…you know, to position and develop him so that he could, in turn, exemplify a proverbial monumental impact, particularly as it pertains to advancing the kingdom.

“I began to search for God and, within that search, it taught me how to love people and that sparked my heart toward the community,” McCarley explained. “Our church has to be community centered so that they can see the love of Christ through the people of God.”

It is, by all accounts, because of McCarley’s fervent desire to demonstrate love the way God specifically commands us that the historic Tabernacle Of Praise Church has become the beacon of light for which it is widely known.

GOD’S LEADING LADY — What’s even more intriguing, let alone an even greater blessing is that McCarley’s beloved companion, fellow Buffalo native Rachel M. McCarley, is right there alongside him, collectively helping him shepherd God’s people for such a time as now.

Located at 319 Northland Avenue in Buffalo, New York, Tabernacle of Praise appropriately accompanies what its beloved man servant labels a rather exclusive tag that reads: “Where wounded lives and broken hearts find new life in Christ Jesus.”

Amongst the grandest reasons for such a radiant spiritual catchphrase is that people — believers especially — are hurting and broken which, according to McCarley, means the church is the institution that has The Answer.

“Jesus!” this young, vibrant pastor says with such authority, knowing full well that only what he does for Christ will last.

That, of course, means also that because of who is and because of the divine calling on his life, McCarley doesn’t shy away from the notion that he’s been set aside for God’s use, to have a massive kingdom impact — even if it means doing so outside of the traditional walls of the church.

LEAST THEY FORGET — A church that was founded by the late Deborah Scott, whom McCarley describes as his godmother and “a dynamic woman of God who was called by the Lord and heard His voice,” it wasn’t until Scott had become stricken by cancer that McCarley began to witness God strategically thrust him to the forefront, during which he commenced to have more of a significant role in ministry.

How else to explain why even to this very day, Tabernacle of Praise is known mostly as a church whose mission is to serve its community and, most importantly, to ensure that it presents what McCarley describes as “continuous opportunities” for every man, woman, boy, and girl, or that message of hope, which is Jesus Christ.

A church that was founded by the late Deborah Scott, whom McCarley describes as his godmother and “a dynamic woman of God who was called by the Lord and heard His voice,” it wasn’t until after Scott had become stricken by cancer that McCarley began to witness God strategically thrust him to the forefront, during which the former Youth Pastor commenced to have more of a significant leadership role in ministry.

Tabernacle of Praise is known mostly as a church whose mission is to serve its community and, most importantly, to ensure that it presents what McCarley describes as “continuous opportunities” for every man, woman, boy, and girl, the message of hope, which is Jesus Christ.

“She founded Tabernacle Of Praise Church along with her husband Morris Scott,” McCarley said. “She worked this ministry until she became terminally ill with cancer. I didn’t know that she was ill. She didn’t tell me anything, but yet was setting me up for something special.”

The rest, as they say, was history.

That’s because the final months of Scott’s life had essentially proven to be a God-orchestrated defining moment, of sorts, for McCarley, considering he began to preach during the church’s early morning service.

Little did he know, however, God was yet working behind the scenes on his behalf while simultaneously preparing Tabernacle Of Praise for its founder’s ceremonious departure.

YES LORD!!!! “I am still working this vineyard and, oh the joys that I have experienced,” McCarley said. “But there is always that though that, ‘I wish that she was here to see what God has done in such a short time.’ I continue to honor my godmother and the legacy she left. To God be the glory.”

Scott, in fact, eventually lost her battle with cancer approximately seven months after McCarley began preaching during the church’s initial Sunday service.

“She and God had a plan I knew nothing about,” McCarley said. “The church was now familiar with me and told the Bishop that it was their desire to keep me as the new pastor when the time had come.”

Fortunately for McCarley, he’s been Tabernacle Of Praise’s most featured member for a little more than five years.

And counting.

“I am still working this vineyard and, oh the joys that I have experienced,” McCarley said. “But there is always that though that, ‘I wish that she was here to see what God has done in such a short time.’ I continue to honor my godmother and the legacy she left. To God be the glory.”

What’s even more intriguing, let alone an even greater blessing is that McCarley’s beloved companion, fellow Buffalo native Rachel M. McCarley, is right there alongside him, collectively helping him shepherd God’s people for such a pivotal time as now.

MEN OF VALOR — “I became unsatisfied with ministry as usual,” McCarley, during an interview this week with Making Headline News, said, when asked when did sense that God was strategically preparing him for ministry. “I believed there had to be more to this then just church Sunday after Sunday.”

“My family support system has been great,” McCarley said. “I couldn’t do this without them…first being my wife, who is a phenomenal vocalist, who sings and helps train others in our ministry in the art of music and has a great anointing over her life for women’s ministry. My mother has been one of the founding members of our church since the beginning. Even my 14-year-old daughter, Elissa McCarley, helps with some of our media and sings on the praise team.”

Given the solid, notable foundation that was established long before he was assigned to ministry, it’s no wonder McCarley is walking in his purpose with such boldness and authority.

With God, his Helper, steering the way.

LEADING GOD’S PEOPLE — Given the solid, notable foundation that was established long before he was assigned to ministry, it’s no wonder McCarley is walking in his purpose with boldness and authority — with God, his Helper, steering the way.

McCarley, in fact, is the product of a tradition-rich family of preachers, most notably Bishop Clint Roberts of First Born Apostolic Church in nearby Erie, Pennsylvania, Reverend Bernie McCarley, the Founder of St. John Baptist Church in Buffalo (one of city’s most prominent churches) and Devon McCarley, his sister who has a Master of Divinity.

“I have been in the church all of my life,” McCarley said. “I always had dreams of being a musician in the church and as I grew I pursued those dreams. My mother (Carolyn McCarley) was a hard worker, taking care of her family. My father (C. Dennis McCarley) was a strong, God-fearing man, who had great creativity and talents.  He was a father figure to many.”

MAKING MASSIVE KINGDOM STRIDES — Because of who is and because of the divine calling on his life, McCarley doesn’t shy away from the notion that he’s been set aside for God’s use to have a massive kingdom impact — even if it meant doing so outside of the traditional walls of the church.

Interestingly, what proved to be arguably the biggest difference while being raised in a Christian-oriented environment is that McCarley’s parents kept God the Focal Point of their family.

All of which practically explains why he’s having such a remarkable kingdom impact in this, the infancy stages of his pastoral tenure.

CHANGING A GENERATION — Located at 319 Northland Avenue in Buffalo, New York, Tabernacle of Praise appropriately accompanies what its beloved servant labels a tag that reads: “Where wounded lives and broken hearts find new life in Christ Jesus.”

“My parents put the fear of God and the love of God in me at a young age, believing that I had a purpose on my life at a very young age,” McCarley said. “With their investments in me, I became a talented drummer, traveling with a few jazz and gospel artists. Everything I know musically was birthed within the church.”

Most importantly, virtually every kingdom-based contribution he executes is a constant reminder, of sorts, as to why God thought it necessary five-plus years ago to assign McCarley to what undoubtedly is the grandest assignment of his young life.

And boy oh boy, he’s surely raising the bar, thus creating a remarkably exquisite legacy in the process.

With God, his Helper, steering the way.

There’s no other way to put it.

 

 

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Houston entrepreneur Derrell Noris bolts Corporate America, becomes Co-Founder of a booming business prior to age 30

During a weekend interview with Making Headline News, Derrell Noris recalled the time, during which he studied computer engineering at the historic Prairie View A&M University.

That he took seriously his academic studies at PVAMU, today, he can boldly profess, among other things, that he is walking in his purpose as an accomplished entrepreneur, most notably through his immeasurable craft as a software engineer.

A professional tenure that spans approximately six years, Noris is the proud Co-Founder of Fresh Tech Solutionz, a Houston-based company he established in December 2016 along with fellow businessman Bardiya Shadmehr. 

Located at 1301 Fannin Street, Suite 2440 in the greater Houston Metroplex, Fresh Tech Solutionz is widely known for developing affordable mobile apps and websites for businesses as a unique way to enable companies mobilize business processes and, most importantly, increase customer engagement.

DREAM TEAM — A professional tenure that spans approximately six years, Houston’s Derrell Noris is the proud Co-Founder of Fresh Tech Solutionz, a Houston-based company he established in December 2016 along with fellow businessman Bardiya Shadmehr.

“I created Fresh Tech Solutionz because I was doing mobile development in Corporate America and figured that I could do this for myself,” Noris said.

The wealth of experience he garnered as a Corporate America professional had ultimately given way to Noris taking what he describes as a “leap into entrepreneurship on faith,” a development that fueled his desire to bolt the comfortable confines of his corporate gig only to venture off and do his own thing.

Given the favorable strides he’s made since the inception of his business, it’s safe to assume that leaving Corporate America was surely a risk worth taking.

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“I’ve started my first business,” Noris, 29, said. “I wanted to make mobile apps available for small businesses who think that they can’t afford them.”

Not only that, Fresh Tech Solutionz is widely known for offering an a variety of amazing features and its apps that are comprised of a slew of dazzling features to further enhance your brand and connection with your audience.

According to a spokesperson, Fresh Tech Solutionz also offers:

  • Easy Customization: We make it easy for you to make adjustments to your app on the fly from our intuitive dashboard.
  • Automatic Updates: We update your app with the latest technologies consistently and at no extra cost to you.
  • Selective Push Notifications: Send targeted messages to the right people through the use of selective Push Notifications.
  • Top Notch Support: We will help you through every step of the process.
  • Loyalty Programs: Give your customers every incentive to become a repeat customer and,
  • Mobile Shopping: Our multiple ecommerce integrations will make it easy for you to sell more products.

When asked what’s so appealing about his business, Noris said, “Most small business owners think mobile app development costs too much. Our entire business model makes mobile apps affordable for the little guy. I love being able to provide a service to small businesses that allows them to compete on the same level as the big companies.”

Wait, there’s more, this young businessman acknowledged.

“Another perk about working at Fresh Tech is that I get to hear all kinds of wonderful ideas,” Noris, a Houston Channelview High School graduate, said. “We sign a lot of non-disc.”

Interestingly, Noris’ company has been afforded the golden opportunity to network in various establishments around the country, most notably in Brooklyn, New York, Miami, San Antonio, and Austin, Texas, during which he served as a vendor at SXSW.

All things considered, he’d be remiss if he did not give credit to arguably the No. 1 person who has greatly aided him in fulfilling his entrepreneurship dreams.

“My beautiful wife, Crystal Noris, is my biggest inspiration for me,” Noris said. “I am also lucky to have a circle of friends and family that include a lot of successful entrepreneurs. Being surrounded by greatness really inspires and motivates me to be great.”

NATIONAL IMPACT — Interesting, Noris’ company has been afforded the golden opportunity to network in various establishments around the country, most notably in Brooklyn, New York, Miami, San Antonio, and Austin, Texas, during which he served as a vendor at SXSW.

By and large, that Noris has managed to start a business prior to turning 30, thus savor some early success in the process, it’s safe to say that his best and brightest days are well ahead of him.

That’s what’s up for this young, thriving businessman from the East side of Houston.

“There are a lot of people who have ideas of starting their own business, but haven’t done so for whatever reason,” Noris said. “I want to be an example, showing that it is possible to make the leap and be successful. I encourage anyone that is on the edge to take the leap and stop waiting for the right time. The right time is now, so go ahead and take the leap. And please contact me if you need any help, encouragement, or advice on how to get started.”

 

For more information about Fresh Tech Solutionz, call Call 713.893.8125. Also, Derrell Noris can be reached via email at: apps@freshtechsolutionz.com.

 

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New York-based author Dr. Delphine Powell’s long-awaited vision comes full circle courtesy of her new book

And the Lord answered me, and said, Write the vision, and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it. (Habakkuk 2:2)

 

There’s no other way to put it.

Dr. Delphine Powell is a woman with a vision.

A massive vision. 

A heaven-mandated vision. 

A vision that, quite frankly, she’s been harboring for a majority of her life.

DESTINY STEPS — An accomplished New York-based writer and minister, Dr. Delphine Powell is the mastermind behind the book entitled, My House Your House: A Prayerful Memoir: The Voice Of An Unofficial Orphan.

Today, unlike never before, she can boldly profess that as it pertains to the vision that God has appropriately arranged for her, thus strategically assigned to her, she undoubtedly has grabbed a firm hold of it.

Consider, for instance, how during an exclusive interview this week with Making Headline News, Dr. Powell found her herself explaining in great detail the life-enhancing vision her Creator had instilled in her at such an early age.

Years ago, it all started with her having reached for a small pad and pen.

“When I was younger, I would journal and write of current events taking place in my life and insights that God would show me,” Dr. Powell recalled. “During those times of journaling as a child, God showed me that one day I would be sharing my story with the world.”

And so it came to pass that some four months ago, Dr. Powell’s long-awaited vision had ultimately come full circle with God, her Helper, steering the way.

An accomplished New York-based writer and minister, Dr. Powell is the mastermind behind the book entitled, My House Your House: A Prayerful Memoir: The Voice Of An Unofficial Orphan.

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An awe-inspiring written document that officially made its much-anticipated presence on the market in November 2017, Dr. Powell’s House Your House: A Prayerful Memoir: The Voice Of An Unofficial Orphan depicts the emotional story of an unofficial orphan who’s trapped in the foster care system for nearly 10 years, a sequence that had transpired after having been separated from her family.

In a nutshell, this 107-page book details, among other things, Dr. Powell’s experiences of having been placed into a series of foster homes until she had reached the adult stage of her life.

So who better to be strategically handpicked by God to share before the world an assortment of life-changing testimonies as a way to lift of Christ and, most importantly, help lure others to Him, especially those who can greatly attest to this encounter?

An awe-inspiring written document that officially made its much-anticipated presence on the market in November 2017, Dr. Powell’s House Your House: A Prayerful Memoir: The Voice Of An Unofficial Orphan depicts the emotional story of an unofficial orphan who’s trapped in the foster care system for nearly 10 years, a sequence that had transpired after having been separated from her family.

“I produced this book to become an inspirational voice to anyone facing difficulties in life,” Dr. Powell said of a book she began composing in June 2016 and needed a little more than a year to compete. “My House Your House was written with an eye toward solutions, personal empowerment, and encouragement.”

Not only that, Dr. Powell’s doesn’t shy away from the notion that her very first book was designed impact people from all walks of life.

“It was written to help all children and former foster children, and anyone needing to combat feelings of despair, trauma and abandonment,” Dr. Powell said without hesitation.

Not to be outdone, other projects are presently in the works for Dr. Powell, a notable conference speaker and seminar hostess who serves as President of Live Impact Prayer International Ministry and holds an honary doctorate degree in Ministry.

As for how her book is synonymous to the purpose for which God created her, Dr. Powell was quick to reference one pivotal spiritual exercise, for starters.

“First, Prayer,” she said without hesitation yet again. “Prayer has been my foundation in life, a foundation established early by my parents’ example. By training me as a child to pray, they purposely set my life in motion to fulfill my destiny.”

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PRAYER STILL WORKS — As for how her book is synonymous to the purpose for which God created her, Dr. Powell was quick to reference one pivotal spiritual exercise, for starters. “First, Prayer,” she said without hesitation yet again. “Prayer has been my foundation in life, a foundation established early by my parents’ example. By training me as a child to pray, they purposely set my life in motion to fulfill my destiny.”

Hold the applause, if you will. There’s more to this notable concept.

“Secondly,” Dr. Powell explains, “my story showcases how anyone can triumph through uncertainty with God on their side, knowing that He can take any situation and turn it around for our good according to His purpose and Will for our lives.”

As for the feedback she’s garnered since the release of her new book, well, peep this, these encouraging reviews Dr. Powell released to Making Headline News.

According to Dr. Powell, some of her readers chimed in and said:

  • It left me wanting more… Thanks for sharing your story. Girl no one could ever have [known] but God is good! You are really a testament to that.
  • I admire your resilience. It is truly a testimony of God’s fidelity and protection, Wow!
  • How brave and informative for you to share your life experience with the world and us.
  • I absolutely Loved this book! It’s amazing how life takes us on so may different journey’s but this young lady let her walk with Christ, even from childhood, turn every trail into a success story!!! Love it!!!
  • Your story touches my inner soul that compels me to thrust forward increasing my prayer life and,
  • I enjoyed reading My House Your House. Dr. Powell captures the voice of her younger self, giving us an authentic story about a child who although abandon finds her way. She then adds a devotional layer to the book that requires her pain and her joy to become universal. Amazingly, by the end of the book, Dr. Powell offers a solution to fixing a broken system.

As for Dr. Powell’s forthcoming public appearances, during which she will promote her new book, she is scheduled to appear at Barnes and Noble in Poughkeepsie, New York on April 29 at 10 a.m EST.

Not to be outdone, other projects are presently in the works for Dr. Powell, a notable conference speaker and seminar hostess who serves as President of Live Impact Prayer International Ministry and holds an honary doctorate degree in Ministry.

“I am so grateful for this opportunity to share my story and to share the word and the love of God while doing so,” Dr. Powell said.

Quite frankly, there’s no other way to put it.

 

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Dr. Delphine Powell has been a leader in both the corporate and religious arena.  At her core, she has a deep passion for intercessory prayer and the power of God’s Love and Wisdom to transform lives for the better. While working at a fortune 500 company in the field of technical engineering, she has experiences in coordinating major projects, working with diverse teams, and leading diversity of groups of people. Throughout her professional and religious life, Dr. Powell has endeavored to bring people together, advocate for all, the young and Body of Christ. She works tirelessly to the serve the Lord in the building of His Kingdom. (Source: Dr. Delphine Powell Spokesperson)

 

For more information on Dr. Delphine Powell or to purchase her book or schedule her for a speaking engagement, she can be reached via:

Website name: www.myhouse-yourhouse.com

Email: author@myhouse-yourhouse.com

Phone: 1-800-774-9409

Social Media: https://facebook.com/iamdelphinepowell/

 

 

 

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Longtime Maryland real estate professional Michelle Larkin has been nothing short of amazing during her illustrious career

Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil in the Lord is not in vain. (1 Corinthians 15:58)

 

To grasp a thorough concept of why longtime businesswoman Michelle Larkin’s reputation is such that she routinely demonstrates having a heart for people, look no further than her illustrious career, one that spans 15 years.

ABOUT HER BUSINESS — A native of Annapolis, the capital of Maryland that is located in Anne Arundel County — a historic establishment with a population of roughly 537,656 residents, according to latest U. S. census — Accomplished Maryland Businesswoman Michelle Larkin has become a fixture in the mortgage business and, given the immeasurable strides she’s made over the past decade-and-a-half, it’s safe to assume that her best and brightest days are well ahead of her.

“I tell my clients, ‘Believe in your dreams, and they may come true. Believe in yourself, and they will,’” Larkin told Making Headline News during an interview this week.

In Larkin’s case, “Believe in your dreams,” by all accounts, are the operative words for one of Waldorf, Maryland’s finest managers/loan officers in the ever-so-competitive real estate industry.

A native of Annapolis, the capital of Maryland that is located in Anne Arundel County — a historic establishment with a population of roughly 537,656 residents, according to latest U. S. census — Larkin has become a fixture in the mortgage business and, given the immeasurable strides she’s made over the past decade-and-a-half, it’s safe to assume that her best and brightest days are well ahead of her.

“I started my career as a realtor, then realized that I loved the money side of real estate, then pursued my mortgage originators license,” Larkin said.

The rest, as they say, was history.

SPREADING THE LOVE — Because Larkin, this beloved and passionate East Coast-based real estate professional remained steadfast, immovable, and always abound in the work of the Lord, knowing that her labor — and, of course, her labor of love — in the Lord was never in vain, she’s yet living out her dream, all the while helping others fulfill theirs in the process.

Since earning her mortgage originators license, this young, vibrant, resilient real estate professional has been nothing short of impressive.

Never mind that Larkin for a number of years prior to finding her niche in her professional had to persevere as a single mother.

“I have seen that struggle,” Larkin said. “I wanted more for my children, but also wanted to help and inspire others as well.”

To her credit, it was due in large part to Larkin’s unyielding love and support for others — mostly notably during her days as working in sales — that someone, in turned, deemed it essential to provide her with the necessary advice and drive she needed to take a leap of faith.

What a monumental leap it was.

“I was inspired by a co-worker to pursue real estate,” Larkin said. “This was in 2003. I love the end result of real estate, to see folks that thought they could not ever have a piece of the American Dream actually have that dream. Your home is where you will spend most of your time, raise your children, make memories, etc. It is a special life purchase.”

And, because Larkin, this beloved and passionate East Coast-based real estate professional remained steadfast, immovable, and always abound in the work of the Lord, knowing that her labor — and, of course, her labor of love — in the Lord was never in vain, she’s yet living out her dream, all the while helping others fulfill theirs in the process.

Credit Larkin’s former co-worker, Fran Shirey of nearby Grasonville, Maryland, as whom she labels “the No. 1 person” who reminded her time and again that she believed her.

FAMILY FOCUS — Larkin’s father, Ernest Wallace, an Annapolis-based entrepreneur, as well as her three sons and her uncle, the late Anthony Wallace, each have played in integral role in her sustained success in the real estate industry throughout the years.

“That has been 15 years ago,” Larkin said.

Larkin’s father, Ernest Wallace, an Annapolis-based entrepreneur, as well as her three sons and her uncle, the late Anthony Wallace, each have played an integral role in her sustained success in the real estate industry throughout the years.

“Last but not least, my clients, who put their trust in me guiding them through one of the biggest purchases, if not the biggest purchase of their lives,” said Larkin, paying homage to her biggest supporters.

A proud graduate of Annapolis’ Broadneck High School, Larkin advanced her education by enrolling at American InterContinental University in Atlanta. Currently, she is enrolled at Strayer University, where she is pursing a law degree to complement her real estate and business-related ventures.

EXERCISING HER FAITH — To her credit, it was due in large part to Larkin’s unyielding love and support for others — mostly notably during her days as working in sales — that someone, in turned, deemed it essential to provide her with the necessary advice and drive she needed to take a leap of faith. And what a monumental leap it was.

Interestingly, Larkin offers a grant program, which covers 3.5% down payment to her clients.

This program, she said, is an in-house grant entity and prospective home buyers must possess 640 credit score to qualify. Also, she said there are no outside classes to attend and prospective home buyers must be qualified while qualifying for a home loan.

“There is no age limit; any adult over 18 can purchase a home,” Larkin said.

She also announced that she will be hosting a forthcoming home buyer and personal credit workshop in her native home county of Anne Arundel, an event that is available for anyone who would like to improve their personal credit, purchase a home, and take advantage of her down payment grant program.

The workshop will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mason Realty located at 7452 Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard, Suite 201B, in Glen Burnie, Maryland.

Also, Larkin has a host of workshops scheduled starting in March and will run through September, during which prospective home buyers can acquire home owner’s information for free.

“I love helping and educating people about the home buying and financial process,” Larkin said. “Many come to me with challenged credit and other issues, and helping them navigate and change their world is gratifying.”

Much like her illustrious career, one that spans 15 years.

And counting, of course.

 

For more information about Waldorf, Maryland-based Real Estate Professional Michelle Larkin  (NMLS#460681), connect with her via Facebook under “Michelle Larkin.” Also, she can be reached via email at: larkinmichelle2015@gmail.com>

 

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Atlanta-area businesswoman Alandria L. Lloyd defies seemingly insurmountable odds, organizes a kingdom-advancing ministry

WALKING IN VICTORY — In spite of arguably the darkest and most disheartening chapters of her life, Atlanta-area businesswoman Alandria L. Lloyd, a devout woman of immeasurable faith, found peace and solace and spirital comfort in Almighty God, a life-enhancing trend that eventually fueled her desire to establish Change Agent Outreach Ministries, LLC.

There’s no other way to put it.

Alandria L. Lloyd, as she forthrightly tells it, was about to lose her mind at one point in time.

But God…

“After losing two children so close together, I was on the verge of losing my mind,” Lloyd, a 33-year-old Atlanta-area businesswoman, told Making Headline News during an exclusive interview this week. “But God kept me.”

Indeed He did.

For instance, He kept her in the wake of Lloyd having become a teenage mother for the first time at the tender age of age of 15, a development that sadly for her, resulted in the death of her premature born child after just two weeks of having given birth.

He kept her mightily approximately a year later after Lloyd had become pregnant once again, this time at 16 years of age, an occurrence that ultimately had given way to a teary-eyed and dejected young mother being left to bury an infant child yet again — all in a such short time frame.

PAYING IT FORWARD — A newly-erected ministry Lloyd founded in November 2017 and is powered by her A’Maya’s Army nonprofit organization, Change Agent Outreach Ministries’ chief objective is centered on serving single mothers, particularly those who have suffered the lost a child (or of children).

“She was stillborn,” Lloyd recalled.

Still, in spite of arguably the darkest and most disheartening chapters of her life, Lloyd, a devout woman of immeasurable faith, found peace and solace and spiritual comfort in Almighty God, a life-enhancing trend that eventually fueled her desire to establish Change Agent Outreach Ministries, LLC.

A newly-erected ministry Lloyd founded in November 2017 and is powered by her A’Maya’s Army nonprofit organization, Change Agent Outreach Ministries’ chief objective is centered on serving single mothers, particularly those who have suffered the lost a child (or of children).

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PAIN WITH A PURPOSE — By and large, Lloyd, whom admittedly “always had dreams the size of Texas,” doesn’t shy away from the notion that she customarily uses her pain as the spiritual fuel to catapult her to her purpose.

“My ministry is encouraging and mentoring mothers who have experienced a similar loss,” Lloyd, a native of Natalbany, Louisiana said.

Widely known as an accomplished author, mentor, and motivational speaker, Lloyd credits the perseverance, coupled with the bend-but-don’t-break faith she had to capture amid her babies’ deaths as the driving force that greatly enabled her to start what is shaping up to become a thriving, kingdom-advancing ministry.

“My competitive drive in life propelled me in my business, because I know that if I don’t go out and get it, no one else will do it for me,” Lloyd said. “My experience influenced me to start a ministry that serves that particular population.”

WOMAN OF MANY HATS — Widely known as an accomplished author, mentor, and motivational speaker, Lloyd credits the perseverance, coupled with the bend-but-don’t-break faith she had to capture amid her babies’ deaths as the driving force that greatly enabled her to start what is shaping up to become a thriving, kingdom-advancing ministry.

By and large, Lloyd, whom admittedly “always had dreams the size of Texas,” doesn’t shy away from the notion that she customarily uses her pain as the spiritual fuel to catapult her to her purpose.

The divine purpose for which God created her, that is.

“It is imperative that I encourage others daily, because I try to be to others what I wished I had for myself during my darkest seasons,” Lloyd said. “I inspire others, because I know what it is like to feel alone, abandoned, and misunderstood.”

Widely known as a woman of beauty who’s armed with an array of talents, Lloyd is a proud graduate of Delgado Community College, New Orleans, where she majored in General Studies.

Besides mentoring youths, she routinely assists aspiring authors to self-publish their books.

“My business caters to women of all ages,” Lloyd said. “Mostly millenials, but the ages vary.”

DEFYING ALL ODDS — Widely known as a woman of beauty who’s armed with an array of talents, Lloyd is a proud graduate of Delgado Community College, New Orleans, where she majored in General Studies.

As for her itinerary, Lloyd has a speaking engagement scheduled for January 27 in nearby Hammond, Louisiana during at a women’s empowerment brunch.

And, just recently she released a prayer journal entitled, “Fasting For Change,” an awe-inspiring written document that encourages people to incorporate fasting into their lives and to document their experiences during the fast.

“I try my best to uplift those who have been beaten down by the circumstances of life,” Lloyd said.

Because in case you haven’t gotten the memo, there’s no other way to put it.

Alandria L. Lloyd, as she forthrightly tells it, was about to lose her mind at one point in time.

But God…

 

If you or anyone you know has experienced the lost a child and would like information on Alandria’s L. Lloyd’s forthcoming retreat, click on this link: bit.ly/amayasarmyretreat

 

 

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