Also A Law Enforcement Officer of Nearly 30 Years, Steward to Discuss His Chart Topping Debut Album ENTER YOUR GATES and Will Weigh In 
On Ferguson Riots and More. Tune in Friday, December 12th at 8pm EST for 'Rejoice in the Word' 

California State Law enforcement officer and emerging recording artist Stephen B. Steward is set to perform live on The Word Network ‘s ‘Rejoice in The Word’ this Friday, December 12th at 8pm ET/ 7pm CT/ 5pm PT live hosted by Bishop George Bloomer.

In addition to Steward’s performance of his third official single “I Feel Your Presence” he will discuss his Billboard chart topping debut solo album ENTER YOUR GATES, which continues to garner critical acclaim months after its #10 debut on the Top Gospel Albums Chart earlier this 
May.

With hints of gospel, jazz, rock, and soul, the album makes the perfect holiday gift as it has a little something for everyone – a concept not too foreign to Steward. Like his eclectic album, the multifaceted singer/songwriter also wears many hats including community activist and an impressive 29-year tenure in law enforcement. Putting him in a unique position to weigh in on social issues such as that affecting Ferguson, MO, police brutality, and more, Stephen is set to discuss these matters during his appearance on The Word Network.

In regards to community activism, Steward stands as a pillar in his Californian community thanks to his charitable organization LOV Olive Branches. Serving at-risk youth in Greater Pasadena, the non-profit venture annually awards over $5,000 in scholarships to youth involved in music and arts. For more information on Stephen B. Steward, please visit www.stephenbsteward.com and his blog post www.inspirationgospel.com/whats-goin/

With so many clamoring for clergy involvement in the new movement against social injustice, new voices are needed. The problems aren't new, but the victims are. Many people feel the need for voices with connections to this generation to speak on their behalf and stand with them. 

World renown recording artist and Presiding Prelate of the Pentecostal Churches of Jesus Christ, Bishop Hezekiah Walker has answered the call. Along with him a council of clergy comprised of other church leaders willing to lead the charge and make an impact, starting in Brooklyn. Below is a post from Bishop Walker's Instagram account where he posted details for Monday's meeting in the courtroom of the Brooklyn Borough Hall. Civic leaders as well as church leaders will be in attendance. Church leaders from the Tri-State area are encouraged to attend.

"Come prepared to do more than talk and vent, come prepared to do what the church was designed to do, take action and lead the people", says Walker. 

Walker is Brooklyn born and raised and has made a huge imprint on gospel music right from his home burough.  

Congrats to Motown Gospel Recording Artist Anita Wilson on her 2015 Grammy Award® Nomination for BEST GOSPEL ALBUM for her critically acclaimed sophomore CD VINTAGE WORSHIP which debuted at #2 on Billboard's Top Gospel Albums Chart upon its release. The 57th Annual Grammy Awards airs February 8, 2015 on CBS!

"What an amazing feeling to be Grammy nominated for a 2nd time!," said Anita. "Wow! After working so hard on "Vintage Worship" it is gratifying to be recognized among such amazing artists. So grateful!"

The city of Fresno, CA is declaring today ANITA WILSON DAY! Her second single "Keep Doing What You're Doing" written and produced by Wilson and Rick Robinson continues to climb Billboard's Gospel Airplay Chart sitting at #23 this week.

This nomination serves as Anita's second consecutive Grammy Award® nomination. Her debut solo CD Worship Soul (2012) received a Grammy Award® nomination for Best Gospel Album of the Year.

Those accustomed to Bishop Larry D. Trotter serving up unforgettable gospel gems like “Trouble Don’t Last” and “My Worship is For Real” should prepare room on their tables and hearts for what he is serving up next.

The best-selling author and loved Senior Pastor of the Sweet Holy Spirit Church of Chicago has finally lifted the lid on a sweet collection of his culinary secrets via the highly anticipated cookbook, “Cooking With the Bishop,” available now.

Whipping up an assortment of must-see recipes just in time for the holidays, the endeavor comes as Trotter’s first published cookbook. This may surprise many who were unaware that the legendary gospel artist is also a certified chef trained at Wasburne Trade School and Chicago Cooking and Catering School.

Bishop Larry D. Trotter is a best-selling author and the Senior Pastor of the world renowned Sweet Holy Spirit Church. An acclaimed gospel visionary, Trotter has seen his tenure as a spiritual leader of in Chicago, Illinois, extend over 30 years. With seven-award projects, one of which was a Stellar Award Nominee, hit songs such as “Trouble Don’t Last”, “My Worship is For Real” and “The Lord is Blessing Me.” Bishop Trotter continues to re-brand himself and remain prophetically relevant as evidenced by his newest endeavor – a cookbook “Cooking With the Bishop.”

A Brain Aneurysm survivor, Jones will engage celebrity friends and peers like Holly Robinson-Peete ("Mike & Molly"), Kim Whitley ("We Bought A Zoo"), Keith Robinson  ("Get On Up"), The Tankard Family from Bravo's "Thicker Than Water" and more to read classic holiday stories to children in  Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, and Washington, D.C.

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