Precious Stone Sept Edition

PRECIOUS STONES The connection between your inspirations and aspirations coming to fruition

Love’s Controversy

YES WE CAN AND YES WE WILL

STOP THE WAR IN THE HOOD

ONE IS NOT THE LONLIEST NUMBER Remembering September 11

LABOR OF LOVE PERFORMANCES

SEPTEMBER 2012

Labor Day is an American federal holiday observed on the first Monday in September (September 3 in 2012) that celebrates the economic and social contributions of workers.

The form for the celebration of Labor Day was outlined in the first proposal of the holiday: A street parade to exhibit to the public "the strength and esprit de corps of the trade and labor organizations",[1] followed by a festival for the workers and their families. This became the pattern for Labor Day celebrations. Speeches by prominent men and women were introduced later, as more emphasis was placed upon the civil significance of the holiday. Still later, by a resolution of the American Federation of Labor convention of 1909, the Sunday preceding Labor Day was adopted as Labor Sunday and dedicated to the spiritual and educational aspects of the labor movement

Forms of celebration include picnics, barbecues, fireworks displays, water sports, and public art events. Families with school-age children take it as the last chance to travel before the end of summer recess. Similarly, some teenagers and young adults view it as the last weekend for parties before returning to school, although school starting times now vary.

This Year We Will Celebrate The Love And Appreciation Of All Walks In The Labor Of Love Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.

You get the picture everyones Job is a labor of love’

EDITORS NOTE

Thanks to all my social media friends who took time to read my magazine. You’re the best.

The month of September has so many reasons to celebrate. There's the beginning of school, Labor Day, Grandparents Day, Patriot Day and the Autumnal Equinox. September is a month for celebrating the end of summer and the beginning of autumn, National Children's Week ,International Day of Peace and Library Card Sign-Up Month.

This Issue We decided to celebrate you for all your works and labor of love to your friends, love ones and country men. You are the reason we celebrate Love.

The number nine represents manifestations. Prepare to see the manifestations from your labor be rewarded. I can’t wait, for the continual outpour of His promises to me.

Have a great month and will see you again in November.

PS To all the Football Fans See You on Sunday, Monday, and Thursday

DO YOU KNOW WHY THE WEDDING RING IS WORN ON THE LEFT HAND & FOURTH FINGER?

Vena Amoris An old myth says that there is a vein, called the vena amoris or vein of love, that goes from the left hand's fourth finger to the heart, making it symbolic of love

Kelvin and Patience Jordan fortified their love for a lifetime when their paths first crossed from heart to heart the rhythmic beat of endurance became their step in the labor of love. “To catch the reader's attention, place an

Kelvin being self confident and somewhat self interesting sentence or quote from the story here.�

reliant sensed the most valuable virtue for his life was this woman Patience, as he sought to expand and broaden his innovated destiny.

Now Patience deep inner desire for love, peace, and harmony enjoyed Kelvin's increasingly ambition and determinations as he strived to achieve his ingenuity. The day they became one began their legacy of I’m gonna love your Forever.

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September 15 they celebrated Patience within a narrow river (Kelvin) together for always they stepped in the Labor Of Love.

Thank you Patience Jordan for leaving a legacy of Sunshine in Kelvin's life.

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LOVE IS THE MOST CONTROVERSY SUBJECT IN LIFE There are many formulas to love.

Everyone has advice to give about its true essence.

We hear keys to love, colors of love, languages of love, heartstrings of love, how to love, and the definition of love.

Where does love begin, what is the essence of love, when to love, how to love, why does love hurt, and why do we love? In search for love you have to become

intimate in your relationship with yourself.

Love don’t hurt it’s a person, with a character and character is a way of life. Take a few moments and introduce yourself to Love. Hello my love, ~ Hi I’m very happy to greet you. Mr. & Miss Love you must have a nutritional intake consisting of several spices.

The first spice is Myrrh- a bitter spice used as a

preservative to stop decay.

Myrrh comes from a small bushy tree, cultivated in ancient times in the Arabian peninsula. The grower made a small cut in the bark, where the resin would leak out. It was then collected and stored for about three months until it hardened into fragrant globules.

Myrrh was used raw or crushed and mixed with oil to make a perfume

It was also used medicinally to reduce swelling and stop pain.

The bitterness of the myrrh suggests the reality of the sufferings spontaneously from the heart strings as well as through incisions of its language it is necessary to work out of you life.

Second is Sweet Cinnamon spice is Grace imputed and mixed with

myrrh to help endure those bitter things or the full measure to complete you.. This spice is a spiritual tonic and cordial for the fainheart. Grace is defined as unmerited favor and it smells so good! "Sweet calamus"~ Consecration~ The Hebrew word means a "reed" or "cane," being derived from a rootterm meaning "to stand upright.. It usually grows

in miry soil, growing a long side a river bank and it grown in mud. We know about the muck and miry. Love whenever your pass cross those sticky things or ugly situation this spice will cause your love to stand upright, fortify and strengthens you until you find something to grasp and pull up, all the time recognizing your gonna be straight no matter what.

Cassia –Submission and Worship Gesenius tells us that the Hebrew name of this spice is derived from a root signifying "to stoop" to "bow down," as in worship. Thus, what was foreshadowed here was the perfect Man’s submission to and worship of God. When you add all these spice to Love it’s purely anointed in every ca-

pacity. It’s your character learn to flow with the mix. Summarizing the emblematic significations of these four principal spices, we learn that, the "myrrh" pointed to the outpouring of Christ’s love in a bitter but fragrant death; the "cinnamon" to His holy jealousy for the honor and glory of God; the "calamus" to His upright-

and sorrow it goes through, flowing

ness and righteousness in a world of sin and wickedness; the "cassia" to His submission to and worship of God.

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Boy’z To Men ~Color Of Love I was lonely, I needed someone, to see me threw, I was at the, end of my rope, I needed someone, to cut me lose Then an angel, out of the blue, Gave me the since that I, might make it through And somehow I survived, with no rhyme or reason, And now I know I'll make It, Through the miracle of you I know the Color Of Love, (And It lives in side of you) I know the color of truth, (Its in the image of you) It will color your soul, like a rainbow (Like a rainbow) And the color of love, is in you Like a bridge, Over troubled, troubled water You stood beside me, stood beside me And your love, did not falter And then the angel, angel in you, Gave me the strength to know, That I will get through, And that’s how I survived, ain't no other reason

So I want to thank you, I can't thank you enough, For showing me the meaning, The meaning of true love, (When I was lost and so in need you opened up your heart) (When I needed you to comfort me you opened up you arms) (I couldn't face another day you said don't be afraid) You showed my heart the, showed me the way Ohh, the color of you

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A Tribute by Mary Lee Jordan

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The One I Called Daddy I remember always looking up to you Yep that’s what I loved to do Everyone called you a gentle giant I just called you daddy.

You were the best thing that had ever happened to me I loved how I could always look up and know you were there You would always do whatever you could do to make me and others happy

I love you daddy.

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Precious Stones are over-comers who shall inherit all things.

They understand there’s a beginning and ending.

These Precious Stones are bequeath the fountain for the water of life freely.

A song for Tinie By Gail Ann Gibson My best friend before she departed this earth recorded a album with the title tract Tender Loving Mercies which she dedicated to me.

Gail was a beautiful song bird and inspiration to me and others. This melody has always penetrated my mind during my down times. I Love You Gail and thanks for being there

Tender Mercies When I think of your tender loving mercies oh how it brings tears to my eyes Lord I realize how wonderful you are and your sweetness I can’t summarize I can hardly express the love you’ve shown me I can’t explain. It’s far beyond rubies but if I could put into words the love you’ve shown to me I ‘d say tender loving mercies.

Tender loving mercies Lord that’s what you’ve shown to me.!

America Under Attack !

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I remember turning on the television early on the morning of September 11, 2001 thinking I was watching some special effects commercial until I heard the media say hijackers have taken control of four airplanes as I watch a plane crash into New York's World Trade Center, I’ll never forget the fear and disbelief in the pit of my stomach. I was watching this happen on the news ok not really I must be dreaming , wiping my eyes I reached for the phone to call my sister in New York but the lines were down Once I heard reports about the attacks on the pentagon reality set in attacks in New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia became the day we will always remember. The world trade center had been shattered by terrorist, this was said to be the day our world changed forever.

My greatest memory was not the attacks but how Americans rallied together to show their spirit and support to many who lost their families as well as rebuilding the World Trade Center. You can certainly say we were the United States of America.

It’s 2012 and we need that same type of support to help rebuild our nation, we don’t have to have 99% against the 1% but we should all share the same support and spirit in making sure our walls will never be shattered again.

We must live up to our heritage and that is God Bless the United States of America.

Will You Make A Pledge For Change?

Pledge Your Labor Of Love

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This the day, this is the day. That we stand hand in hand and shoulder to shoulder by volunteering, we stand against hatred, greed, violence in the streets, gangs lay down your weapons, politicians serve rather than lead with political rhetoric, gas prices should lower for a day every one should have a meal on their table, everything about the economy should be affordable for all, no taxes today, This Is the one day their should be no division among us we shall stand as The United. States. If you agree lets but it into action. Healing begins with change in our minds emotions and will.

Hope and change walk together without any footsteps in the sand.

Put Back The Joy In Honor Of 9/11 Put Back Joy Natalie & Joe Wilson Chorus: Put back Joy in your life, really doesn't matter who you are. Together let's say no more pain. There is trouble all over the land, but I know there is a man, Put back Joy in your life.

1) Sometimes you don't have the words to say, All you can do is moan a little to get you through the day um hum, And there are times when life gets kinda hard, But it's just for a little while so. Chorus 2) We should think about the children, They are we, and we should never let them fall, Where there is joy there is strength, and I know that we can be strong, Hold on....

Bridge: Sorry if your loved one is gone. Don't be the first to say, Where is my God? In time you'll see, if you believe, you'll overcome anyway, so.. Chorus Drive: Joy in your life, peace in your life, a little bit of Love in your life...

Chorus: Haven't ya heard bout a state of alert this is issued to you? Betta get up and move! It's about to get real live....it's a praise party tonight! So get on your feet, cause a S.O.P. party's comin your way and if you ain't ashamed. Keep ya hands raised real high...Represent Jesus tonight

1) Come on everyone time to get up, need to throw away the drama, We had about enough. We came to tell you that the mission has begun, we're sending up the praise, put the devil on the run.

We came to party, came to sing and dance, gonna lose our minds tonight. Like there ain't no second chance. So what you're waiting for the party has begun, get it up and get it poppin' Every body, Everyone. Chorus Bridge: It's okay, keep the faith, He will be, all that you need.... So raise those hands and strike the band.... Cause He's comin' after all the one's ready to make a stand....

Counter Chorus: If you're down with us than throw your hands, in the air, like you care! Get on up and come party with me, you're family with S.O.P.

Did You See What I Saw At The 2012 Olympics?

First-ever Olympic Medals awarded to women boxers

Venus and Serena Williams have become the first players to win four Olympic tennis titles after being crowned women's doubles champions at

Third Time's the Charm for Allyson Felix

Brittney Reese became the first American woman to win the Olympic long jump title since Jackie Joyner-Kersee in 1988.

2012 OLYMPICS GABRIELLE DOUGLAS FLYS LIKE AN EGALE AS SHE WINS WOMEN’S ALL-AROUND FINAL

Ashton Eaton Becomes World's Greatest Athlete

2012 We Rock November 6 We Win Gold For

Usain Bolt Cements Himself as a Legend

Another First

Jordan Burroughs won the first wrestling gold for the United States at the London Olympics , "All I See Is Gold".

Seriously Did You Have Any Doubts Team USA Men Basketball Wins Gold

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Ordinary Just Isn't Our Style You choose how you want to feel Ordinary or Extraordinary Kathy Burpo a passionate woman of fashion is the founder of Burpo’s Boutique. Burpo a name affectionately given to her by classmates and friend would always receive compliments on her total look, wherever she went. Her passion for women's fashion has taken her abroad and provided an incredible career in the fashion industry for over 15 years.

Kathy Burpo is a graduate of Illinois State University and constantly strives to advance her knowledge and creative style in the fashion world. She ’s been proclaimed as an "Fashion Doctor, considering she knows how to put it all in perspective by prescribing extraordinary to every woman for any occasion your wardrobe is desirable.

Burpo’s is more than a Boutique. It's a cultural institution of fashion, a way of thinking, a way of life. Burpo's is always at the foreground of fashion, combining great ideas, events and unprecedented shopping experiences. Burpo's not only offers phenomenally modern clothing but everything from classic basic looks to youthful refined looks that can go from work and beyond.

Stop into Burpo's today and get the shopping experience of your life!

You can also find us at www.burposbotique.com Monday –Friday 12pm5pm.

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YES WE CAN AND YES WE WILL STOP THE SHEDDING OF INNONCENT BLOOD ON THE STEETS..

YES WE CAN AND YES WE WILL STOP VIOLENCE IN OUR NEIGHBORHOODS

To all my friends who want to see violence stopped in the streets I make this appeal!

Walk down your block and on every corner and plead the blood of Jesus over the mind of every person that comes by If we really believe in the power of His

NOW HEAR THIS, HEAR ME ROAR YES WE CAN AND YES WE WILL LOVE THY NEIGHBOR AS THYSELF. YES THEY CAN AND YES THE WILL KEEP THE FLAME LIT IN THEIR LIFE .

FLAME IS THE GLORY OF GOD

FROM THE MOUNTAIN TOP TO THE VALLEY LOW WE WILL DISPATCH MINISTERING ANGELS ON EVERYBLOCK , IN THE ALLEYS, THE HIGHWAYS AND BYWAYS, TO COMPEL THE MINDS OF OUR YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN TO REST.

YES WE CAN AND YES WE WILL REGISTER EVERY ELIGIBLE VOTER TO VOTE ON ELECTION DAY WITH RE-ELECT OUR PRESIDENT AS OUR UNIFIED GOAL!

Stop The War In The Hood This battle you are fighting is not a game it is a war against yourself and it’s beyond evil. The weapons of your warfare is not a gun with bullets, it’s not your sister or brothers, it’s not your environment the one you named Hood. A hood is a covering it is a protection from the storms of life ,it is used to help you stand against the wiles of hatred

and bitterness and set aside for you to form a community that stands its ground on what's right and lawful, to bring forth unity. How dare you dismantle yourself. THE Hood is the place to celebrate your victories, the place where you demonstrate your liberation from being enslaved with fears and frustrations, to show mercy and kindness,

toward each other with expressions of love to your neighbors .Contrary to popular believe the term hood is authentic for restoration. Let me reiterate here when you put on a hoodie your head is covered that means your spirit soul and body is able to balance. Your mind and body are at peace with each other.

name we can win this war in our community

If you don’ t believe in the Father, The Son and the Holy Ghost Call him up anyway and see if it makes a difference

REST The headline is the blood of redemption has already been shed on the streets you walk on, so you don’t have to shed any more by offering to sell yourself to your enemy cash flow. Your cash flow is turning into ashes, to dust you can’t purchase anything from the pits of hell. There is no hood for you there. Wow no neighbor or community. You think you ‘re going to see your hommies there? Some may be there right along side you but the torture you receive for

choosing to go there is beyond unbearable. Won’t get any high fives in that place. I’m not here to preach to you I only want to share how important it is for you to rest your weary mind from faulty thinking.

How do you that? Good question and the answer is go to sleep. When your sleep all activity cease everything is dismantled, you’re not burned out from fear nor faithlessness.

Now Deity can renew your mind, refresh your spirit , transform you from the inside

out reveal unto a Cash Flow that doesn’t come with distress but from your Heavenly Fathers DNA, It’s your inheritance . Actually your day starts when you go to sleep. In the morning when you arise new mercies have already been applied to your life. Your neighbor becomes your friend, your brother becomes your mentor . Tell the truth don’t you really want to live abundantly free.

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Parental Labors Of Love

Parents Allow your heart to rejoice, For this is the day the voice of your weeping shall cease and your bones shall flourish like an herb, Peace is extended to you like a river and comfort like a flowing stream, Relax the wellspring of your wisdom is sweet to the soul, Your every Purpose has been established, Go ahead celebrate your humility.

It’s honorable God has presented to you His labor of Love, Train them in the way they should go and they will not depart from the faith

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LABORING WITH OUR FUTURE: Encouraging Us All To Be a Part of Our Education System

By A. C. Johnson “You

made it!” With tear filled eyes, the teacher asked her student to repeat what he said. “You made it!

Every teacher I’ve had for the last five years has left me!” Infamous for his bad behavior, sharp tongue, and fighting ability, the student walked up to his teacher and gave her a hug. No teacher was willing to endure an entire school year with him since first grade. No adult had encouraged him to give and be better than what he already was.

With kindness, firmness, and a lot of patience, this educator treated every student in her classroom including this young boy like he was her own. She became determined not to let everyone’s opinion of this young boy to become fact. Pouring her life into her students, she encouraged them to be great thinkers and good citizens. The young boy was able to complete the school year not only with the same teacher, but satisfactory enough to pass to the next grade. What can we say for this student and others like him who have been abandoned by teachers, administrators and parents. Who have been left to their own devices and labeled all sorts of titles before they can even complete the fifth grade. There is hope. Over the last few weeks, students are beginning the school year with one of two thought processes - hope or dread. Teachers like the one mentioned above are charged with the daunting task of managing overcrowded classrooms with less resources. How can we as family and community members support our teachers who are on the front lines five days a week? What can we do to make their days less of a burden?

Here are a few suggestions to how you can share the labor of love of educating our future: 1. VOLUNTEER: Make yourself available at least once a quarter to volunteer with your local schools. Many schools will welcome the help. Just check with the school office to determine what the school’s policy and procedure is for volunteers. 2. ADOPT A TEACHER: Often time, educators in the K- 8 levels use their own personal resources to purchase supplies and to provide for the needs of their students. If you know a teacher, ask them how you can help. 3. TUTOR: There are not enough hours in the school day to master every concept presented. Share your expertise in a subject matter with a child that needs the help at an after-school program. 3. DONATIONS: Many of us are employed with companies who have matching donation or grant programs. Double your impact by using the resources available to make a donation to the school in your neighborhood. 4. PRAY: With mounting school violence, and plummeting resources, administrators, teachers and students alike can use the support

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Stamp'Lays Executive Salon o

The Boutique This small shop in Hyde Park is both

a hair salon and a boutique that is definitely worth a visit. The staff is friendly and fun and this store is a great addition to the 53rd St. shops.

Stamp'Lays' eyegrabbing window display is just a small taste of what this Stamplay's Executive Salon 1371 E 53rd St Chicago, IL 60615

small salon/boutique has to offer. The owner picks truly hot, fresh items from L.A. and New York for her small but formidable boutique in Hyde Park. While prices can be a little high (tops are usually $80 -150, and dresses and blazers can be as much as $400), you get what you pay for. Materials are complex and high-quality, designs are unique and cutting edge-what can truly be described as "wearable art"-- that is going to stay in your wardrobe for decades. As the

owner explained to me, "You need something that when your friends say 'Let's go out,' you can pick up that outfit and tell your friends, 'Okay, I'll be twenty minutes.' " Virtually every piece in Stamp'Lays is one of those pieces.

You know it's going to work. The shop also boasts some gorgeous bags, brilliant (and affordable jewelry, and really friendly and fashion-forward staff. It has a growing and faithful clientele, and for good reason.

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TRAYVON MARTIN NOT FORGOTTEN According to the Global Grind The Judge presiding over the George Zimmerman-Trayvon Martin case said that he won't allow the defendant's medical records to become public.

today: He won't allow the defendant's medical records to become public.

He said he would review them in private then later listen to lawyers argue about them in a closed court session.

O'Mara had asked the judge to quash a state subpoena for Zimmerman's As reported by the Or- medical records from an Altamonte lando Sentinel:” Springs doctor's office.

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Does it seem like Zimmerman is going to walk on this case. What is your opinion

I can give you a big kiss. You got that right!

“George Zimmerman’s Lester ruled in favor of Zimmerman, at least partially, on another matter

O'Mara described the subpoena as overly broad, seeking irrelevant infor-

mation and a breach of his client's privacy even if they disclose only a "hangnail, a bunion .

Assistant State Attorney Bernie de la Rionda argued in court paperwork that he needs to know more about injuries Zimmerman says he suffered the night he shot and killed Trayvon, who was walking through Zimmerman's Sanford neighborhood and whom Zimmerman described to police as suspicious.”

The Peoples Voice ~Your comments EC~”It seems to be to be a bit strange that his injuries were diagnosed by a physician's assistant. This makes me believe that the doctor did not want to put his license on the line for GZ's so called injuries. I have seen a many a doctor who employed physicians assistants, but the assistant never diagnosed the case. They just simply followed the doctors order in follow, etc That tells me that something stinks

about this so-called diagnosis of these injuries. Did GZ ever see the physician? That is why the prosecutor is asking for more information?

paper cuts on the back of his head, which some said are photo shopped didn't even need a band aide. * No fractures. *No concussion. *Not even a headache.

Maybe some x rays for the "head bashing" (lie) would help his claim. The doctor noted that there was no head injury or trauma.

GZ said. That he wasn't sure if he hit his head on the sign in near where he tried to detain TM. His head never hit that sidewalk one time..

SO~”The PA diagnosed him without having x-rays ordered to find out to what extent his injuries were and then say his nose was fractured without any proof. All this is a bunch of BS and if this is what she documented then her license need to be taken away.There are no x-rays to validate his claim of a broken nose or trauma to his head. O'Mara don't want this to be brought up that's why he don't want the medical records shown.

Anonymous: ~“You do understand if the Judge finds out George is suffering from PTSD from this assault he could throw this whole case out. Just do not be surprised when he walks. “ SM`”Where is his injuries con-

JH~”I agree his medical records are very important to

sistent with getting his head bashed in? He said him self he fell hence the back injury and 2 cuts on his head. He's lied so much I don't know if he went home and punched himself.

Either way a 17 year old shouldnt be shot and killed for punching a stranger chasing after him at night. “ CJ~”A family doctor said he had a broken nose.... Riiiight.

His *nose may have been swollen, but not broken. *Those the case, However I don't think the public should be made aware of anything beyond that night unless it directly involves this case. All the evidence that needs to be made aware of is that night only.

Trayvon Angel of Justice I bet he's a paranoid schizo. I would put money on it.

Send us your thoughts to us krepreciousmag@yahoo.com

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B.O.H. every day living. A proponent of mentoring, she has dedicated her life to serving others with compassion and reconciliation.

Lisa L. Bryant, is founder and Pastor of Because of Him Ministries, a ministry relevelant to all walks of Life. Pastor Lisa a dynamic motivational speaker is committed to empower kingdom citizenship to individual struggles we all face in life. Her life’s mission is to preach, teach and counsel others that they might achieve their greatest potential. Affectionately known as “Pastor Lisa”, she has faced trials and experiences that help her provide an uncanny depth and practicality to ministry.

Many have been blessed by her wisdom and transparency as she shares Biblical principles for

As a child, she knew she was set apart for God’s use even before she totally surrendered to the call. As a youth, she taught Sunday school, was a member of the choir and usher ministries and served wherever needed.

As an adult, she instituted the Singles Ministry at Keller Springs Baptist Church and served as the charter ministry leader in 2003 she received her license for the Gospel Ministry thru Friendship-West Baptist Church, She served as Associate Minister at Johnson Chapel Community Church Youth ministry, Counseling, Outreach and Pastoral Care. Her passion for learning and desire to share God’s truth with others enabled her to obtain her Bachelor’s degree in Christian Ministry from Dallas Baptist University

in Dallas, TX. and she continues to pursue her Masters of Divinity degree.

In December 2010, God led her to Chicago, IL to help start and serve as the Assistant Pastor with a local congregation, where her gifts of Administration and Leadership have been used extensively.

Pastor Lisa Bryant is a firm believer that she has been blessed she has been blessed to train and educate others in the spirit of Titus 2:1-5. To date her ministry has reached the hearts and souls of many.

Because of Him Life Has New Purpose

Whenever your ministry or organization is desirous of a sober minded motivator Pastor Lisa is a chosen vessel willing to share her gifts and Labor Of Love .

Pastor Lisa L. Bryant, Founder Because of Him Ministries PO Box 20482 Chicago, IL 60620 972.998.6282 lisabryant@hotmail.com

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This November all roads lead to blue, Smile you made the right decision!

If you see red stop you went the wrong way

Manifestation of Labors of Love

Tuskegee Airman George Hickman journey with us ended Aug 2012.

WE CELEBRATE YOUR LABOR OF LOVE. Thank you for your strength and courage to overcome Adversity!

It made a difference.

Rest In Paradise!

Neil Armstrong, journey ended with us at Age 82. August 2012 On July 16, 1969, a giant Saturn V rocket took off from the Kennedy Space Center, carrying the 38 year old Armstrong and his crewmate to make American history!

First man to step foot on the Moon, Neil Armstrong

Rest In Paradise

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One Divided By One Equals Unity

It’s year 2012 we have Black Democrats and Republicans the art of distrust ruling again, you have those who say the first Black President what has he done to help us, none in this corner a lot in that corner..Another constituent of a whole.

The question is do we rise together as whole or we stand divided and achieve the same results. The point is your vision is great and so is his or hers but at it’s appointed time.

Divide……What you can’t divide is United. Being united on one common goal we will stand together no matter what side of agree to disagree you stand on, you can’t divide, I may not get there with you but we will get there, you can’t divide We Shall Overcome and Yes We Can, you can’t divide collective, you can’t divide linked arm in arm no matter how hard you push we’ll either all fall down or all stand up, you can’t divide One, One is said to be the loneliest number yet its impact of unity is the strong bear the infirmities of the weak, and its race is not given to the swift but to him that endures to the end, One identifies the perseverance of many who dare to walk the straight and narrow, narrow may be the road but the path of victory is never defeated by the wiles of division, the wisdom of one is smarter than a few because it multiplies by itself It represents a single entity. One is neither a prime number nor a composite number, but a unit which is an individual, group, structure, or other entity regarded as an elementary structural or functional

Change is effective but it begins with the vision of one and is supported by unity.

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We Are Seeking Internships If you love African art and culture, possess a pleasant and patient personality, and don't mind rolling up your sleeves to do your part, then please email us to express your interest, and to find out

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Labors of Love

God Bless The President of The United States A Message Posted by a Facebook Friend Join in share this Labor of Love STOP asking me why I am sharing these posts! THIS IS WHY!!!! The guy who could possibly be a heartbeat away from the Oval Office actually BELIEVES this CRAP! THAT is why I'm sharing it, get your head out of the sand, inform yourself, inform others, and VOTE straight BLUE, we must send the GOP a message NO you do not get to treat women with such disrespect, NO you do not get to use religion as your basis for our Government, NO you do not get to harm the Middle class to give even more to the rich, NO you do NOT get to suppress our vote, black white, young, old or poor, NO we will not allow it, NO we are not insane! VOTE!!!!

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BFHS Network!

The BFHS Network aka Black Folk Hot Spots is a Start-up web development Social Network Company for Black Business that will be based in Chicago, Illinois with a Global Focus.

If you would like MORE BUSINESS through website traffic, blog views, fan page likes, twitter followers, linkedin connections -more exposure that leads to more business- We will help you get there!

How does it work?

For a minimum monthly donation of $4.95, your business profile, events, blogs, video's, photo's, statuses will be shared with our growing network of over 45,000+ urban professionals on our social networks. The more you share with the BFHS Network, the more we will share you on our social networks as well as our website traffic- The BFHS Network receives over 50,000 views dly!

Our Company will specialize in helping black businesses gain more exposure through advertising, mobile applications, Search Engine Optimization, both online and offline, business directory, group buying, networking events, viral video marketing, social media marketing and other business web-related services. At this time, we are a running a special for members $25 normally $50 for a BFHS Biz Blast to our list of 35,000+: BFHSNetwork@gmail.com or call the CEO @ 219-5129910

LABOR OF LOVE

CHOREGRAPHED PICTORIAL DANCE Ten Page Spread of Poetic Dance written by Secialadi

Word Is This Book Is Highly Addictive If your lover cheated on you how far would you go for revenge?

Check out the best selling novel Drama...Another Man's Girl to find out!