Revive!!! is coming to Trenton!!!! April 21st, 10AM - 5PM Shiloh Baptist Church, Reverend Darrell Armstrong - Host Pastor

The Central New Jersey Chapter of the Gospel Music Workshop of America, is proud to support and participate in "Revivejustice 2012".  Several members of CNJC were a part of Revivejustice 2010. The worship experience, joyful singing and conversations about how to deal with our brothers and sisters who are confronted with immigration and incarceration issuses are at the forefront of conversations.  These are moral issues that should and must be dealt with through the body of Christ.  An injustice anywhere is an injustice everywhere.  As we've said before, Christ came that we might have life, and have it more abundantly.  We should be mindful of the injustices that we face in our communities and throughout the United States.  What about us as Christians concerning critical justice issues and What about Jesus and Justice?  How do we stand up as Christians in a world that sometimes seems to be so injust.  Revive Justice will deal with these questions, and more.  Do you have family members or friends who are dealing with issues of incarceration or immigration?  Then meet us on Saturday, April 21st, at 10 AM, at the Shiloh Baptist Chruch.  Let's pray about it, hear God's word about it, sing about it, talk about it and then take action.  You will be blessed as I was in the 2010 Revive Justice worship experience. 

The original Revive! brought together over 350 Christians in 2010 to talk about Jesus and Justice.  Join us again on April 21st for a day of proclamation, worship and conversation.

Proclamation:  Five of our most gifted local preachers - Pastor, Darrell Armstrong, Melinda Contreras-Byrd, Paul Jeannes, David Rojas and Pastor Simeon Spencer will inspire us and call us to action.

Joyful Praise:  Revive! will feature an instant gospel choir, led by CNJC member Reverend William N. Heard and Deborah Ford;  The Trenton Children's Chorus; praise dancers; and spirted worship that will enable us to praise God with heart, mind, body and soul.

A Moral Conversation:  How do we respond as Christians to the critical justice issues involving imigration and incarceration in our own congregations, in our own neighborhoods? 

Come and join us as we are lead by the power of the Holy Spirit and as we come together as the Body of Christ to educate and uplift each other as we continue our faith journey for Justice.  For more information, visit www.Revivejustice.org .

The Central New Jersey Chapter congratulates our friend and brother Tracey D. Syphax on the release of his new book "FROM THE BLOCK to the BOARDROOM"

The Central New Jersey Chapter congratulates our brother Tracey Syphax on the release of his new book "FROM THE BLOCK to the BOARDROOM" - The Tracey D. Syphax Story!  Tracey is a member of the Union Baptist Church, where he serves as Chairman of the Trustee Ministry.  Truely a man after Gods' own heart and one who loves the Lord, the CNJC appreciates his dedication and comittment to kingdom building in our community and service in Gods' house.  Tracey is also a businessman who recently made history by being the first Afrian American in the 51 year history of the Princeton Regional Chamber of Commerce to be awarded the Entrepreneur of the Year Award for 2011. 

Tracey knew his life's story was a life changer.  It's an incredible depiction of obstacles and triumphs, so naturally he wanted to share how he stood in the face of adversity and returned victorious.  He sat down with Author Detric "Qadiriyyah" Goss of Atlanta (Trenton native) early in 2011 to tell his story.  Together they generated the words which tell the story of  FROM THE BLOCK TO THE BOARDROOM - THE TRACEY D. SYPHAX STORY.  The book not only tells Tracey's life's story, but it also provides a step-by-step course of action he calls the "BLUEPRINT".

 The book is relevant today because it's a vehicle for change.  It showcases that regardless of your past decisions, redemption is always possible.  With the release of  "FROM THE BLOCK TO THE BOARDROOM - THE TRACEY D. SYPHAX STORY, the reader has a clear window into the life of a man who came from humble beginnings, experienced life altering circumstances, made and learned from his mistakes to go on and build two multi-million dollar businesses.  "Everyone has a hood story, what we all desire is a good story," says Author Detric "Qadiriyyah" Goss.  She goes on to say how proud she is to have penned such an amazing tale on such an incredible individual.

The book is available on the From the Block to the Boardroom website and will be in local bookstores across the U.S. in both hardback and paperback formats.  It's also available for the Kindle on Amazon.com.

Tracey will hold his first book signing at the Trenton Marriott located at 1 West Lafayette Street, Trenton, NJ 08608 on February 24th and 25th.  The hours are 5pm-10pm on the 24th and 1pm-6pm on the 25th.

  

A child of God, entrepreneur, community activist, motivational speaker and now author.  May God continue to bless you and your family Tracey as you continue to serve Him. 

For more information about FROM THE BLOCK TO THE BOARDROOM - THE TRACEY D. SYPHAX STORY, please visit www.FROMTHEBLOCK2THEBOARDROOM.COM  or email: info@fromtheblock2theboardroom.com also for directions to the Trenton Marriott Hotel click on the location link below:

CNJC "Kick-Off" Worship Service - Saturday, February 4, 2012 @ 6PM, Grace Cathedral Fellowship Ministries, 1217 Calhoun Street, Trenton New Jersey.

The Gospel Music Workshop of America cordially invites you to attend the Central New Jersey Chapter "Kick-Off" Worship Service on Saturday, February 4, 2012 @ 6PM.  Grace Cathedral Fellowship Ministries, 1217 Calhoun Street, Trenton New Jersey.  Bishop Jerome S. Wilcox is senior pastor.  "Come journey with us and you will receive a rich, rewarding experience through gospel music".

Community News!!! "St. Paul A.M.E. Zion Celebrates Move" The Central NJ Chapter congratulates our members Mr. Morris Kimble & Brandon Allison-Gilbert who are also members of St. Paul A.M.E. Zion Church.

The Central New Jersey Chapter congratulates our members Mr. Morris Kimble and Brandon Allison-Gilbert as they celebrate the relocation of their church from Trenton to their new place of worship on Lower Ferry Road in Ewing, with their pastor Reverend Keith D. Tillett and the St. Paul A.M.E. Zion church family.  St. Paul was located on N. Willow Street for 85 years and the building was 170 years old.  May God continue to bless St. Paul as they continue kingdom building in our community.

For more information call the church:  (609) 882-8500, email:  stpaul.lowerferry@gmail.com or visit the St. Paul Worship Center at 1130 Lower Ferry Road, Ewing, New Jersey 08618.  For driving directions click on the location icon below.

Community News!! - Union Baptist Church - One Love Project "Soles 4 Souls"

The Central New Jersey Chapter of the Gospel Music Workshop of America, salutes the Union Baptist Church for their initiative in collecting over 300 pairs of new shoes to distribute to the homeless and less fortunate in our community.  On Sunday, November 13, 2011 the congregation was presented with shoes that will be delivered to the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK), the Rescue Mission and the YMCA of the City of Trenton. The "One Love Project - Soles 4 Souls" was spearheaded by Deacon Ron Breese.  A special thank you to Dea. Breese and the Outreach Ministry of the Union Baptist Church for their effort in making the lives of our needy brothers and sisters in the community better by providing them with new shoes.  Under the leadership of Pastor Simeon Spencer, Union Baptist Church has been and continue to be a leader in reaching out to human kind in our community and region.  As Pastor Spencer prayed for the homeless and those who will receive these shoes, I was reminded of our pastors own words regarding generosity.  "To be a people of generosity:  Devotion, discipleship, worship and     maturity, at the end of the day, are all matters of the heart.  And "...where your treasure is, there your heart will be also (Luke 12:34).  Our vision is to be a congregation whose generosity in the exercise of biblical stewardship of time, talent and tithe will refect our devotion, discipleship, worship and maturity.  As we are worshipping and maturing, we are looking out to tell others about Jesus and to show His love in action.  Jesus came in "word" and "deed," so we are to seek the lost in word and deed.  We proclaim the gospel of God's mercy, and we show His mercy.  Generous giving is an indispensable means to such ends, as we work to extend the Kingdom beyond these walls." 

The Central New Jersey Chapters' prayer is that those who receive these shoes will receive them in the spirit in which they were given.  That somehow, someway, God will move in the lives of these individuals and direct their path to Him. That they will walk in these shoes, not by sight, but my faith.  Knowing that God will provide food, clothes and shelter and that He promised never to leave us nor forsake us.  Yes, "Soles 4 Souls".  Thank you Pastor Spencer, Deacon Breese and the UBC church family. 

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2012 Convention - Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville, Tennessee

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The Central New Jersey Chapter of the Gospel Music Workshop of America cordially invites you to join us at our GMWA National Convention July 7th - 13th, 2012.  Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville, Tennessee.  Please take a moment to view the beautiful pictures of the Gaylord Resort taken during our 2008 National Convention.  You don't want to miss our National Convention!  "Come journey with us and you will receive a rich, rewarding experience through Gospel Music."

CNJC Members "The Bishops Choir" - New CD Release "Trust Him"

"The Bishops Choir" - Trenton, New Jersey

Reviewer:  Khare' Hawkins

"What do I do, where shall I go, what do I say, when I need rest for my soul" ... "TRUST HIM" is the blazing opening song and title cut off the Bishops Choir third album and if you're a sincere fan of good ole' Sunday morning church music, this album is a must have in your collection.  Under the direction and spiritual leadership from their pastor, Bishop Jerome Wilcox, "The Bishops Choir" is no doubt one of the East Coast's best kept secrets.  This album is truly the total package, it will encourage you to keep the faith, as you will hear on track two "He Made A Way Out of No Way" penned by new comer Brandon Watts.  You will also want to snap your fingers on the jazzy tune "Worthy Of The Praise" and lift your hands on the song "Power of the Cross".  And for all you Praise and Worship fans "Use Me" is a vulnerable song of praise and adoration.  The album really shinges with songs like "LOVE" lead by their Minister of Music, Jeanne Rawls and the Sunday morning bump "Prepare" written by Estee Bullock and lead  by director and executive producer D. Corey Shipley.  The consistent mix of powerful vocals, incredible musicianship and excellent production makes this project a pleasurable listening experience from start to finish.  "Trust Him" proves to be the best thus far of the choirs' three independently released albums ("Live At The Cathedral" and "God Has Been Good To Me").  This Church Choir hailing from Grace Cathedral church (Trenton, NJ), is making some serious noise and proving to be a choir  that is here to stay.

For Booking and Management Contact: 

Darin A. Oliver, Business Manager
11 Sheridan Avenue
Trenton, New Jersey 08609
Telephone: (609) 695-9354     Fax:  (609) 695-6149
Website:  http://www.gracecathedralfm.org/
Email:      bishopschoir@aol.com

The renaming of Euclid Ave to Rev. Dr. John & Dorothy Gaines Way

On Saturday, October 8th, Euclid Avenue was renamed Rev. Dr. John & Dorothy Gaines Way. From left to right are Kyle Sanders (CNJC member), Mayor Tony F. Mack, Debbie Gaines-Sanders (Daughter of the late Rev. & Mrs. Gaines and Kyles' mother), Bishop John Vaughan, Jr. and Pastor Keith Marshall.

Trenton - To some he was a pastor, to others he was a mentor, and to many others he was a friend and colleague. 

But all in all, today the late pastor Rev. John Gaines and his beloved wife, Dorothy were honored at the El-Bethel Church in East Trenton Saturday morning by having a portion of Euclid Avenue renamed to Rev. Dr. John & Dorothy Gaines Way.

After living a long life of love and service, Rev. Gaines passed on in 2009.  His wife left this earth just seven weeks after his death.  In the community, Rev. Gaines was well known as being "Trenton's Pastor."  From speaking to individuals that knew him and Dorothy Gaines well, it became clear that the Gaines family was loved in the community.

After the unveiling, members of the community took part in a barbecue while listening to music provided by the church.  (source:  Trentonian October 7, 2011)