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DaGrip with Bishop Shawn L. Bell - The Responsibility of the Church to Heal a Broken Nation

 

Bishop Shawn L. Bell is a native son of Gastonia, NC.  Raised with a COGIC and AME Zion Church background, Bishop Bell's faith in God has anchored him to build one of the strongest Christian centers in the  Baltimore Faith community.

At the tender age of 15, Pastor Bell ministered his initial sermon at Vestibule A.M.E. Zion Church (King’s Mountain, NC) under the tutelage of his Pastor and (natural) Father, The Reverend Cornelius Bell and the strong motherly encouragement of the late Carrie Cotton Bell. 

Ordained  to Pastor in the A.M.E. Zion Reformation at 18, by The Rt. Rev. George Edward Battle, Jr., (Senior Bishop) the pursuit of excellence was always a familiar mark set by Pastor Bell. God has afforded Pastor Bell, throughout the years, the opportunity to serve in various international areas, most notably he serves on the Board of Directors of Dr. Thomas A. Dorsey’s National Convention of Gospel Choirs and Choruses…which he was appointed by his spiritual mentor, The Late Bishop Kenneth H. Moales.

For 8 years Pastor Bell served the Office of International Director of Marketing and Public Relations for the Mount Calvary Holy Church of America under the leadership of Archbishop Alfred A. Owens and Co-Pastor Susie C. Owens. In September 2016, Pastor Bell connected to the Global United Fellowship under the leadership of His Grace, Bishop Neil C. Ellis, Presiding Prelate (Global United Fellowship).

February 2017, Bishop Ellis appointed Pastor Bell the District Leader over the State of Maryland and District of Columbia in which he oversees 40 plus 9 churches.

Bishop Bell is married to A. Faye Bell and father to Olivia L. Bell.

 

DaGrip with Ben Henderson- Law Enforcement officer - Building Blocks for Betteer Community Relationships

 "Modeling of good character from Police officers" said Ben Henderson helped him decided to pursue a career in Law Enforcement.  From a detention officer with the Gaston County Sheriff's department to a Police Officer with the City of Belmont, Henderson has witnessed policing evolve and he is optimistic about the future. Henderson offered some real insights about the responsibility of police officers and the community. The down to earth conversation is one to help build some better relationships.

DaGrip with Rev. Dr. Amy S. Ciceron -Systemic racism, voter suppression, and the rising cancel culture

DaGrip with Rev. Dr. Amy S. Ciceron - join a powerful conversation concerning systemic racism, voter suppression, and the rising cancel culture. Dr. Ciceron even gives her thoughts on the newest chart topping video by Lil Nas X.

Dr. Amy S. Ciceron is a native of Lamar, SC. She graduated from Winthrop University in 1993 with a Bachelor of Social Work Degree and worked as a Social Work for 15 year, spending 11 years with the Mecklenburg County Department of Social Services in Charlotte, NC. In 2008, she resigned her social work position to become a full-time Pastor.

Dr. Ciceron served as Pastor of the Reeve’s Temple(2006-2008) and Shiloh(2008-2014) AME Zion Churches in Davidson and Statesville, NC respectively. Her leadership and determination empowered the members to walk in their God-given gifts. As result, many new leaders were trained & developed through her leadership and two ministers confirmed their call to preach. Additionally, Dr. Ciceron successfully led these congregations through transition that culminated in remodeled churches, increased membership, increased bible study participation, increased giving, summer feeding program, summer camp program and initiating the process for historical designation of church property, which was realized subsequent to her tenure.

Currently, Dr. Ciceron serves as Pastor of the St. Julia AME Zion Church, Jacksonville, NC, where their method for ministry is “Re-Tracing Our Path, Re-Thinking Our Process and Re-Tooling Our People for 21st Century ministry.” She has faithfully led this congregation since March 2, 2014 where more than 90 new members have joined the fellowship. St. Julia has received numerous honors for their work in the community, but the ministry that has made the greatest impact is the Food Distributions Ministry in partnership with the Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC, Starbucks, Sam’s Club & Food Lion where over 1,000,000 pounds of food has been distributed in the Onslow County community since Hurricane Florence (2018). 

Kingdom Mandates:Sustaining and Moving the Church forward despite Covid-19

 

DaGrip with Pastor @RodneyGilchrist, Liberty Christian Center, Killeen, Texas - Kingdom Mandates: Sustaining and Moving the Church forward despite Covid-19. Gilchrist is an Army veteran who birthed a church after his active duty service. God manifested His favor and the church moved from one room to a campus of three buildings plus land to expand. Here the powerful testimony of being vaccinated; but still catching Covid-19 and now after his second shot working to complete God's mission.

Check out there website and Facebook page

https://www.libertychristiancenterkilleen.org/

https://www.facebook.com/lbtychristianctr/

 

Educational Advocacy:Repairing Academic Achievement with Dr. Yolanda P. Holmes, Ph.D

 

As the concern for academic achievement rises amid the global pandemic, David Anthoni shares a conversation with Dr. Yolonda P. Holmes about survival skills and parent engagement to help students succeed.

Dr. Holmes drops bomb shells in this interview to candidly offer key strategies drawing from her childhood journey and professional experience.

Dr. Holmes received her formal education in the Charleston County Public School System. She’s a graduate of Voorhees College ranking number 7 in her graduation class. She was awarded an academic scholarship to the prestigious Indiana State University where she received a Master of Science Degree in Criminology. In 2002, Dr. Holmes added a Master of Arts degree in Management to her educational portfolio. A few years ago, she successfully completed her dissertation research graduating with a Doctor of Philosophy(Ph.D.) degree from the School of Public Service Leadership at Capella University. She’s employed with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System (Family and Community Engagement Office), where she passionately works to meet the academic, social, emotional, and athletic needs of students, teachers, families and the community.

Latasha A. Gray - the Growing Need for Therapy and Counseling in America

Latasha A. Gray is a licensed therapist and counselor in the state of North Carolina who recently presented at the North Carolina Counseling Association Annual Conference about Suicide. Through her work, she believes that anxiety, depression, and stress are on the rise and the country could witness these issues as a second wave of trouble after the Pandemic fully ends. The dialogue celebrates the increase in people of color who have become licensed in the field of counseling. Gary also adds with more African American therapist maybe we can ease the burden and the fear African Americans have of seeking help.

Rosalind Agurs the author of "Fear Not" A 52 Week Action Devotional

Rosalind Agurs, known by her friends as “Radiant Roz” compels readers to plunge into life, passion, and purpose for God without fear. In her new book, Fear Not Radiant Roz makes the argument that fear is manageable if we use the instructional manual given to us by God. This episode shares the importance of practical teaching for the seasoned saints and millennials.  You can learn more about the book Fear Not through her website, https://www.radiantroz.com/shop.  Order your copy of the book today.  

Overcoming Challenges for Educational Success

A candid conversation with Portia Jacobs revealed the need for more student engagement during the pandemic. "Students are stressed" stated Jacobs and we receive calls daily about helping our kids remain focused.

Portia Jacobs is a guidance counselor in the Durham County School System, a Christian Educator in the AME Zion Church, and a strong advocate for student success.

 

 

African American Women: Changing the Landscape of America Politics & Public Serivce

Senator Natalie Murdock is a gifted young entrepreneur in public service in the North Carolina General Assembly. Serving District 20 which comprises mostly of Durham, North Carolina, Murdock has been a public servant since her early teens. A graduate of UNC Chapel Hill and the owner of her own business, 

Murdock is currently one of eight African-American women in the North Carolina Senate. Senator Murdock is passionate about equal rights for women, transportation issues, education, and fighting discrimination. Our conversation presented an informative dialogue about the future of young women of color participating in politics to the devastating need to turn the curve with COVID-19.

 

DaGrip:MLK Celebrarion with Bishop Herbert Crump

Bishop Herbert C. Crump,Jr. a generational impact leader, is senior servant of Freedom Temple Ministries and presiding Bishop of the Mt.Calvary Holy Church of America. Crump has transformed a city with innovation, vision, and sound bible insight. During our conversation about MLK, Crump reflects on the impact of King in his life and shed's light about his personal journey to fulfill his God assignment.