Text Box: "Released into Royalty" Poets Text Box: Céshia Sheree  Céshia S. Holland is an aspiring writer, actress, and over-all performer from West Philadelphia. She has been involved in many choirs, drama groups, and dance teams. Céshia discovered the art of writing poetry at the impressionable age of 13 and has contributed to many magazines, poetic collections, and newspapers. F.A.I.T.H. for the Journey: Fully and Intensely Trusting HIM self published by colleague and friend, Nicole Gay, features the poetic works of Ms. Holland. She has a strong writing background, She is currently working toward having her personal collections published. She also explores the art of Performance Poetry. In 2006, Céshia hosted an open mic venue once a month called Poetic Passion as C. Sheree. She has also been featured at such places as the Freedom Theatre in Philadelphia and the Walt Whitman Arts Center in Camden, New Jersey and has performed at other local open mic venues. Recently added to her credit is co-managing a private poetry club called People, Potluck, Poetry and Prose (4P).  Céshia is currently exploring acting talent with PlayCousins Productions. Her most recent roles include Shaniece Little in The Post Office: The Longest Day Ever and RosaLeena Griffin The Funeral: You Know How Folks Act. Other roles to her credit include: Sechita in For Coloured Girls (Who Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuff) and Laura in The Gift: Unwrapped. While exploring her gifts and talents, Céshia daily works one to one with special needs children. She resides in Delaware County, PA.    Sabrina "SOZO" Hayward Sabrina Hayward, formerly known as the poetess, Sista Sabrina, was born on March 11, 1975 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  By being educated in the Catholic School system for most of her life, Sabrina began writing poems and prayers at the tender age of eleven.  Sabrina attended Widener University in Chester, Pennsylvania earning a B.A. Degree in Communications.  It was during her collegiate years where she honed her God-Given talent and labeled herself a Scribe for God. Today, Sabrina pens and performs poetry under her new God-Driven name, “SOZO”.  Sozo is a Greek word, pronounced (sode-zo), meaning to be saved and healed all throughout.  The word sozo envelops the healing and delivering of one’s body, soul, and spirit.  That is exactly what the poetess, SOZO, transmits throughout her works— the promising process of TRANSFORMATION under the mighty hands of GOD.   Jamal Vann The Spirit of the Lord is on me to preach to the poor, proclaim to the captives your free in the Lord, to give the blind vision and let the oppressed fly, Let Cover the Kids til we "Meet Him In The Sky" Jamal Vann affectionately known as “Lion of Judah” (Loj Jr.) has dedicated his life work to creatively communicating the Gospel of Jesus Christ. His energetic, and soulful performances leave audiences wanting more. His experiences as father to Journee, Jamai, Justess, student, author, rapper, minister, and professional in mainstream and urban America intermingle a beautiful contrast of color and depth offering a unique canvas of originality. Mr. Vann’s full acculturation has blossomed into a hearts cry that many can relate too. Not only has Mr. Vann performed as a rap artist he has also worked tirelessly to empower minority youth through higher education, relevant sermons, and keynote speeches. His deep tone, blended with thought provoking lyrics, and musical instrumentals create a journey for a variety of cultural groups. Mr. Vann attended Eastern University where he majored in biblical studies and regularly performed on and around campus to an often eclectic and diverse crowd.     Our Musical Performers Crystol Suzette Warren Crystol's favorite scripture is Matthew 6:33- "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added unto you". Crystol has been seeking after God for nearly 30 years in music ministry, children's ministry, and evangelism. Over the years, she has been blessed to utilize these ministry gifts in her local church, in visiting churches, and in local communities. She has also shared her ministry gifts abroad in the Spanish language as a foreign missionary to Mexico, Costa Rica, and Venezuela. Crystol uses her vocal talents to make a "Joyful Noise" in song. She began singing on stage as a toddler when she took center stage at Philadelphia's Academy of Music in an unrehearsed vocal and ballet solo performance of "I'm a Little Teapot". Over the years, Crystol has used her "Crystol-clear" voice to glorify God and usher His people into praise and worship. She has used her musical gifts as a worship leader, choir director for adults and children, soloist, supportive choir member, and songwriter. Crystol has shared her musical gifts as a soloist for church services, weddings, funerals, and other special occasions. She has also contributed to musical recordings and public performances with local gospel artists as a background vocalist. Crystol has trained vocally under the tutelage of several anointed musicians including Willida Luff, David Winslow, Michael Pickett, Rev. Alvin Parris III (Rochester, NY), the late Ernie Saunders, and with directors and musicians of the National Convention of Gospel Choirs & Choruses. Crystol has joyfully served for 14 years as an active member of the legendary gospel recording choir, Wilmington Chester Mass Choir.     Terrence D. Dwyer Terrence is a member of the Rock Family Worship Center (aka the Rock Dream Centre) in Philadelphia PA as well as a member and lead singer of O'Shay Lolley & Judah Nation I am a vocal instructor/trainer, and writer/arranger. He is capable of working with choirs, soloist, and groups in helping them to expand their vocal agility and better improve their vocal presentation. Terrence has been blessed to work with some of the best in Gospel Music such as The Anointed Pace Sisters, Twinkie Clark, Crusaders for Christ Christian Academy Choir, Community Bible Deliverance children, young adult, and Mass choirs, The Voices of the Sanctuary, O'shay Lolley and JN, "Mr. Clean" White, and his beautiful brothers and sisters Terrell, Ebony, Evelyn, and Timothy just to name a few. AlwaysKonnected This dynamic duo features mother and daughter dance team Ava Ayers-Young and Kyla Ayers.  Their name is not only a reflection of the "A" and "K" of their first initials, it is an accurate description of theiir tangible warmth and love they have for one another. Their dance is a beautiful display of creativity, passion for God and and harmony with one another.  Both dancers began performing at a young age.  Ava is also a member of the Playcousins Theatre Troupe and co-founder of the Signature Sound Network. Kyla is an international scholar and dancer who has performed at the Academy of Music. Traysey Holland Whether it's praise dancing, flag dancing, or making banners, Minister Traysey Holland is destined to do it with excellence! Traysey is a proud mother of three and devoted wife who serves both her family and her church with excellence.  A true worshiper, Traysey brings an element of grace and beauty to every dance she performs.  She is also a ministry leader at DreaMakers International and a student and assistant at Christ Center for Dance. Nicole Williams Nicole Scott Williams makes entertainment look like child's play! She is a professional children's entertainment, gifted comedian and talented singer whose comedy and musical performances uplift others. Nicole is a Minister in Training at the Rock DreamCentre and sings on the praise and worship team. This mother of four also has her own entertainment business called :Joy the Clown" where she delights hundreds of children each year.       

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