The Belief Magazine (Special Women Edition) by Ebony Archer

EBONY ARCHER THE INSPIRATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT MOGU GU L L

SINCE THE EARLY AGE OF FOUR, SHE STARTED SINGING IN HER CHURCH WHERE HER GIFT WAS DISCOVERED. IN THE YEAR OF 2000, EBONY JOINED WALT WHITMAN AND THE SOUL CHILDREN OF CHICAGO AT THE AGE OF EIGHT. WITH THIS GROUP, EBONY HAS SUNG IN FRONT OF AUDIENCES OF RANGING NUMBERS AND HAS SHARED THE STAGE WITH MANY FAMOUS NAMES IN THE INDUSTRY SUCH AS YOLANDA ADAMS, R. KELLY, CELINE DION, NICK CARTER, AND THE LIST CONTINUES. IN THE YEAR OF 2001, EBONY ARCHER WAS FEATURED IN R. KELLY’S VIDEO, “THE WORLD’S GREATEST”. IN THE YEAR OF 2012, EBONY WAS THE RUNNER UP IN THE NATIONAL ANTHEM COMPETITION FOR “BLACK GIRLS RUN” WITH OVER 40,000 VOTES. THROUGH THE MUSICAL EXPERIENCES, VOCAL TRAINING, AND LEARNING HOW TO HAVE GREAT STAGE PRESENCE; IT HAS MOLDED EBONY INTO A GIFTED SINGER AND BECAUSE OF HER INSPIRING VOICE, SHE IS NOW KNOWN AS THE “INSPIRER". THIS YEAR IN 2016, EBONY HAS BEEN NOMINATED FOR THREE AWARDS: RADIO ALLIANCE AWARD 2016 ALTERNATIVE CHRISTIAN SONG OF THE YEAR IACMA AWARD 2016 OUTSTANDING FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR FEMALE ARTIST OF THE YEAR PRAZYE FACTOR AWARD 2016 POP ARTIST OF THE YEAR

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ON FEBRUARY 19TH, 2016, EBONY RELEASED HER NEW EP CALLED, "THE SOUNDS OF EBONY". THE EP CONSISTS OF FOUR TRACKS THAT WERE ALL WRITTEN BY EBONY ARCHER AND PRODUCED BY CHRIS G. PRODUCTIONS. THE EP IS NOW AVAILABLE DIGITALLY WORLDWIDE INCLUDING CD BABY, ITUNES, GOOGLE PLAY, AMAZON, ETC. OFTEN COMPARED TO THE LIKES OF WHITNEY HOUSTON, EBONY ARCHER IS A NEW UPOMING TALENT THAT HAS THE UNIQUENESS AND THE INSPRATIONAL MESSAGE THAT IS ABOUT TO TAKE THE WORLD BY STORM.

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MINISTER PRISCILLA D.MOULTRIE A PREACHER WITH A PURPOSE

MINSTER PRISCILLA D. MOULTRIE IS A PREACHER WITH PURPOSE! BECAUSE OF HER FATHER’S NAVY CAREER, MIN. MOULTRIE TRAVELED FROM THE WEST COAST TO THE EAST COAST TO THE SOUTHERN RIMS DUE TO HER FATHER’S NAVY CAREER, SHE IS A NATIVE CALIFORNIAN WHOSE SECOND HOME IS ON THE EAST COAST IN MARYLAND. HER PARENTS THE LATE RET. USN CWO4 FREDDIE MOULTRIE, JR. AND MRS. ELIZABETH G. MOULTRIE ALWAYS INSPIRED HER TO BE HER BEST AND INSTILLED IN HER THAT PUTTING GOD FIRST IS WHAT WILL CARRY HER THROUGH, UP, OUT AND OVER. GROWING UP IN THE CHURCH, PREACHING AND SINGING HAVE ALWAYS BEEN IN HER BLOOD, THE PASSION OF HER LIFE AND THE FIRE THAT KEEPS BURNING WITHIN. MINISTER MOULTRIE RECEIVED HER CALLING TO PREACH GOD’S WORD IN 2015. THE REV. DR. BRUCE E. MITCHELL, SR., PASTOR OF MT. JOY BAPTIST CHURCH IN OXON HILL, MD HAS BEEN A GUIDING FORCE IN HER LIFE. UNDER HIS LEADERSHIP AND MINISTRY, SHE HAS FOUND HER VOICE TO SPREAD THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST IN HER OWN UNIQUE WAY.

Minister Moultrie’s gifts of preaching God’s Word and in singing His praises are a testament to where God is taking her. There is God power in her works. She is often called the “Fiery Preacher” by those who have been a part of her ministry activities. Currently, she is setting the stage to introduce her Praise Is My Weapon – The PIMW (pronounced PIMWAH) Condition series. In this series based off of 2 Samuel 6, she chronicles the principles of what it takes to walk in Praise no matter what your situation looks like. Praise themed shirts are in process to be printed. Minister Moultrie is excited about the road God has paved for her and the unstoppable way forward He has made happen in her life. She is pursuing an MBA Candidacy and a Master’s in Urban Ministry.

Snippett of Series Keys to Growing in Praise Don’t be fake. Don’t be a cubic zirconia. Be real in your spiritual walk. Be sincere when you go to God in prayer and in giving Him your praise. Show Him that you are true to Him and others will see it in you and hunger for what you have. Issue 27 | 234

She holds dear to her heart wisdom thoughts that Dr. Maya Angelou once shared: Nothing will work unless you do. The time is now to work for the greater that is in you. Use this as your launching pad to become more for Christ.

SUSAN KEE AN EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR

Philippians 4:11 – “For I have learned, whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content."

usan is a Professional in Mortgage Finance for more than 27 years. Her favorite pastime is designing floral arrangements through her business Amore’ Flowerscaping and teaching financial literacy and budget building classes while volunteering for Habitat for Humanity educating first time homebuyers. Susan has traveled extensively training mortgage professionals and says she will anyone who is willing to learn. You can catch Elder Kee on her Blog Talk Radio show “Me, God and A Cup of Coffee, every Saturday morning at 8 a.m., Eastern Standard Time.

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SHEILA DANCHO

The holiday season has come and gone, and now we are in what is aptly called the “dead” of winter. Some of you are feeling great (no doubt sticking to those New Year’s Resolutions!); but for the rest of us, the grind of life feels so much more difficult now in February. The cold weather and long nights can make you feel overwhelmed and maybe a little depressed. It’s common during this season to suffer from an “I-can't-wait-for-winter-to-end" feeling that produces mild but manageable sluggishness. However, about 11 million Americans suffer from a more severe form of winter depression know as Seasonal Affective Disorder (or “SAD”). This type of depression relates to seasonal changes starting in the fall, running throughout winter, and even into spring.

Eat High Quality Protein Protein is essential for our existence. Our muscles, skin, hair, eyes, and nails are primarily made of protein. Your individual protein needs will vary based on your size, body fat percentage, and physical activity levels; however, many nutritionists and health care experts agree on a general daily guideline of 56 grams for men and 45 grams for women. Here is a ranking of protein sources: • Best—nuts, avocadoes, olives, beans, soy, legumes, broccoli, chia seeds, and hemp seeds • Pretty Good—cold-water fish like salmon, mackerel, trout, sardines, and tuna • Okay—fowl (but don’t eat the skin, which contains a lot of saturated fat) • Poor—red meats and dairy products

Its symptoms include: • Feeling down and unsociable • Irritability • Low energy/fatigue • Oversleeping • Appetite changes/overeating • Weight gain SAD is a serious matter. You should talk to a doctor about it if you’re concerned; but if you’re just trying to beat the winter blues, take your happiness into your own hands with these simple suggestions. . Reduce and Eliminate Sugar We all know we eat too much sugar, but it’s mostly harmless, right? You’d be surprised. Eating excessive sugar can cause inflammation and insulin resistance, which are the culprits behind brain fog, fatigue, issues with regulating hormones, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, etc. Sources of sugar include bread, rice, pasta, potatoes, and processed foods. Eliminate these high-glycemic carbohydrates and get the sugar you need from fruit and vegetables instead. If you must use sweeteners, avoid synthetic sweeteners like Aspartame or Sucralose. Try natural sweeteners like Stevia or Xylitol that won’t spike your blood sugar.

Take a Vitamin D Supplement Reports continue to show that populations around the world suffer from vitamin D deficiency, especially those at a higher latitude. Vitamin D is an important factor in the maintenance of good health; it can have potentially severe repercussions for overall health, not just the winter blues. In November 2010, the US Food and Nutrition Board and Health Canada responded to the growing evidence of vitamin D’s importance by revising their recommended daily intake. The new reference standard calls for 600 IU/day, with a Safe Upper Limit of 4,000 IU/days

LIFESTYLE TIPS Modest Exercise The US Surgeon General issued a statement in the early 1980’s that even a modest exercise program provides the following health benefits:

• Weight loss • Lower blood pressure • Stronger bones and decreased risk of osteoporosis • Lower total cholesterol levels • Enhanced immune system • Improved sensitivity to insulin Eat Healthy Fats • Improved energy and mental clarity Too often, people say, “I’m going to cut all fat out • Overall increase in sense of well-being of my diet.” The truth is that not all fats are bad— and some fat is necessary! Your body uses fat to build cell membranes, brain cells, nerves, and many hormones. The problem is eating the wrong kinds of fats. Here are some healthy fats that I recommend: coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil, butter, unpasteurized cheese, grass-fed meats, wild-caught Pacific fish, nuts, and seeds!

You need to exercise consistently over a long period of time for maximum health benefits, even if it’s something simple. Do a 30-45 minute aerobic exercise (like a brisk walk) five times weekly. I also recommend yoga; it improves flexibility, increases strength and coordination, releases stress, and offers a sense of serenity.

Socialize Keeping in touch with family and friends can be a great way to beat the winter blues! Try accepting every invitation you get to socialize. Something as simple as meeting a friend for coffee can have a huge effect on your well-being. Look online for groups doing activities you find interesting—playing cards, painting, scrapbooking, bowling, etc. Take an exercise or business class or learn a second language; it’s important to have something to look forward to! Take a nice, deep breath, and be grateful; these winter blues won’t last forever! Eat healthier, take vitamin D, take walks in the sunshine, and be social, and spring will be here before you know it!

Light Therapy Some people find light therapy effective for combating seasonal depression. If your exercise includes a walk, do it in the middle of the day to gain the benefits of sunlight. Another way to get light therapy at home is by sitting in front of a light box for a couple of hours. Light boxes provide bright light at least 10 times stronger than ordinary home and office lightingSheila Dancho is a certified Sanoviv Medical Institute Nutrition Advisor. She has over 20 years’ experience in the health and wellness industry and has helped thousands of people improve their lives. She’s also the Founder and President of Wealthy Network Marketing Women. To learn more about how she can help you to become healthy and wealthy, visit www.sheiladancho.com. References Strand, R.D. (2005) Healthy for Life. Rapid City, SD: Real Life Press USANA. (2014) Product Information 2014. Salt Lake City, UT.

MICHELLE DOWLEYNE COVER STORY

Nominee for the Maryland Charles County Commissions for Women's 2016 Women Trailblazer Award for Entrepreneur. Michelle Dowleyne is an Entrepreneur, Best Selling Author and Speaker. Mrs. Dowleyne retired from the United States Armed Services with 22 years of active duty service having vigorous leadership and organizational skills. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Psychology from Cameron University and earned her Master of Business Administration Degree with honors from Strayer University. She is the Founder and CEO of Boots 2 Heels, Inc., a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization that provides services and resources to help woman veterans’ succeed with day to day concerns and struggles of transitioning from military life to civilian life.

Boots 2 Heels provides high-quality, educational, self –enrichment workshops, to enhance, support, and encourage, but not to replace, what resources are readily available and open to our female veterans. She is the Co-Author of the International Best-Seller Book “Empowered Women of Social Media”; 44 Women found their “Voices” using the Power of Social Networking. Mrs. Dowleyne connects personally with every female veteran that she comes in contact with and meets them at their place of need. Michelle is a veteran and she too had a hard time transitioning back to the civilian sector, so she knows personally the challenges women veterans bear. She is a member of several professional organizations and spends a lot of her spare time volunteering in the community when she is not enjoying time with her family.

Helping others bring an abundance of joy to Mrs. Dowleyne, she will roll up her sleeves and help wherever she is needed. She is a motivational speaker leaving her audiences captivated and engaged by her speeches on Women Veteran Topics, Work-Life Balance, Women Empowerment, Military Veterans Topics and Scopes and Services of Boots 2 Heels. Michelle is 100% committed to supporting women veterans and her community.

Michelle lives in Maryland and is originally from Detroit, Michigan. She currently resides in Maryland with her husband Daryl S. Dowleyne and has three adult children and two grandchildren.

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BY: EBONY ARCHER 1. I am Michelle Dowleyne an Author, Motivational Speaker, and Advocate for empowering lives of women and our women veterans. I am the Founder and CEO of an 501c3 nonprofit organization called Boots 2 Heels, which assist women veterans with programs, resources, workshops and tools to assist with the transforming their lives from the military. 2. I wanted to become and entrepreneur because after I retired from the military I found myself struggling with depression and other illness and the everyday 9-5 wasn't working for me. I didn't know how to function daily after the military and it became hard for me and those who I lived with personally. I sought out professional help and then knew that I wanted to start a nonprofit to help other women veterans who may be facing some of the same challenges I was and didn't know who to turn to for help. 3.. Some of the pro's of being an entrepreneur is that you set your own rules. I love the idea of being able to help others and knowing that I am the decision maker and can make it happen for them. The hours of flexibility is also a benefit. You can set hours based off of your time while still meeting your clients needs. The networking with other entrepreneurs is also great, for once to see so many women entrepreneur around is awesome. As with everything good there is bad. The downfall to being to this is that it does take a lot of cash flow. To market, advertise and sell your brand is costly. You have to find the right PR person and team that is willing to see your vision or your business can stagger. 4. My advice to entrepreneurs who are reading this is to make a vision board. Have a clear and concise business plan to really see not only where you want to go, but what it takes to get there. Take the time to research and talk to others in the field that you want to open your business. Try to get as many TIPS (Teaching +Information +Planning= Success) from others in the business. The road to entrepreneurship is great when it is well planned and thought out.

CONTACT Michelle is a powerful

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woman on the move. If you want an empowerment or motivational speaker, be sure to contact Michelle today at the contact information below .

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Michelle Dowleyne, MBA mdowleyne@boots2heels.com www.boots2heels.com https://www.facebook.com/Boots2-Heels-Inc-566686173454924/? fref=ts https://twitter.com/mdowleyne authormichelledowleyne@gmail.co m

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WHITTNEY JACKSON

AN ANNOINTED PSALMIST WHITTNEY HAS SOWN SEEDS AND BEEN FAITHFUL TO THE MINISTRIES OF SOME OF GOSPEL MUSIC'S GREATS, AS A PRECISELY SKILLED BACKGROUND SINGER. AS A TESTIMONY TO THE FAITHFULNESS OF GOD, WHITTNEY HAD BEEN GRACED TO TRAVEL NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY, SINGING OF THE GOOD NEWS THAT HAS TRANSFORMED HER LIFE. GOD BEGAN TO GROW WHITTNEY SPIRITUALLY AND VOCALLY, AND IN THE SUMMER OF 2014, SHE BEGAN TO REAP THE FRUIT OF HER LABOR. WHITTNEY SIGNED WITH WRITERZ BLOK MUSIC GROUP, AS A RECORDING ARTIST. WITH THE SUPPORT OF HER LABEL AND FAMILY, WHITTNEY RECORDED HER DEBUT ALBUM "RELEASE THE SOUND" AT THE NEW MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH OF WASHINGTON, DC. IN NOVEMBER 2014. WHITTNEY DESCRIBES HER UPCOMING PROJECT AS THE BIGGEST LEAP OF FAITH IN HER LIFE THUS FAR.

THE HEART OF THIS WOMAN BEATS FOR GOD AND SHE IS FULFILLING THE CLARION CALL FOR HER LIFE. WHITTNEY'S MISSION AS A PSALMIST IS TO ENCOURAGE THE PEOPLE OF GOD TO WORSHIP HIM WITH EVERY PART OF THEIR LIVES AND NOT MERELY THROUGH SINGING SONGS WHITTNEY BOLDLY PROCLAIMS, "WORSHIP IS INDEED A LIFESTYLE".

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Candace Clough, also known as "CC" is a New Jersey native, born and raised. Candace launched her blog & product brand, CC's Treats on April 26th 2014. CC's Treats is a line of handmade skin & hair care products and is widely known for its whipped Shea body & hair butters. While struggling with her own insecurities from acne blemishes to eczema & dry skin/hair, she decided to create her own products at home to heal her own personal skin issues. Over time CC's Treats blossomed into a business and has become a household name for those who also struggle with the same insecurities. Candace has reached all over the country from the east coast to the west coast, healing others with her Shea butter products. CC's Treats is also a proud sponsor for various natural hair events and women's empowerment events. CC's Treats skin & hair care is for anyone, regardless of age or gender who faces issues such as dry skin, eczema, stretch marks, dry brittle hair, or for those who want to make the switch to using handmade products within their budget. Her goal is to help people feel good about the skin their in! "Overall I want to bring awareness to other the importance of what we put in our bodies and ON our bodies" ~Candace~ If you would like to order CC's Treats products, they can be found on the following websites: www.ccstreats.com www.etsy.com/shop/cctreats Twitter: @CcsTreats Facebook: CC's Treats Instagram: @ccs_treats Candace Clough CC's Treats Handmade Skin & Haircare www.ccstreats.com

FIERCE DELIVERY. IMPECCABLE TIMING. LYRICS RICH WITH SLICK WORD PLAY ROOTED IN PASSION FOR HIP-HOP AND STORIES THAT WILL TAKE YOU ON A JOURNEY TO HER HOUSTON ROOTS. THE RASPY VOICE AND STUNNING BEAUTY OF ALLEGRO “LEG” NEVELLA CAPTIVATES. THERE IS NONE LIKE THIS RAP STAR IN ALL OF GOSPEL MUSIC. BORN AGAIN, HOLY GHOST FILLED, BIBLE BELIEVER; LEG IS ON A MISSION TO HAVE IMPACT ON LOST SOULS WHO ARE LIVING WHAT SHE HAS OVERCOME. HER MUSIC IS ILLUSTRATED BY RAW, UNCUT LIFE EXPERIENCE AS SHE BARES HER SOUL. TRANSPARENT AND REAL; SHE WANTS HER AUDIENCE TO KNOW SHE HAS BEEN THERE. LEG GETS HER GREAT MUSICAL TALENT HONEST. HER MOTHER WAS A CLASSICALLY TRAINED MUSIC DIRECTOR AND HER SISTER A GOSPEL MUSIC LEGEND. OVER 10 YEARS OF BATTLE RAPPING AND PERFORMING ON THE ROAD. SHE HAS TOURED ALONGSIDE KIRK FRANKLIN, DONNIE MCCLURKIN, SMOKIE NORFUL, MYRON BUTLER, ANTHONY EVANS AND HER SISTER YOLANDA ADAMS. LEG IS READY FOR THE MAJOR LEAGUES. SHE CAN SERIOUSLY COMPETE WITH ANY OF THE CURRENT MAINSTREAM RAPPERS; BOTH MALE AND FEMALE.

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ON JUNE 22, 2015 ALLEGRÓ NEVELLA FEATURED, ALONGSIDE 5 TIME GRAMMY AWARD WINNING, DOUBLE PLATINUM CERTIFIED, RECORDING ICON MISSY ELLIOT ON STELLAR AWARD WINNING, GRAMMY NOMINATED GOSPEL HIP HOP GROUP 21:03’S REMIX NOBODY BIGGER. THE SONG, LIFTED FROM 21:03’S CHART TOPPING GOSPEL ALBUM OUTSIDERS, ALSO FEATURES JMOSS, CANTON JONES, CJ KING, AND B-3. THE SINGLE WAS PREMIERED ON RAPUP.COM TO RAVE REVIEWS. ALLEGRÓ NEVELLA IS DUE TO DROP HER FIRST EP IN EARLY SPRING 2016

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