Tawana Ross

Mission Trip For 2011
Dear Friends and Family,
God has given me an opportunity to travel to Israel. For the first time my daughter & I will visit Israel, (The Land we call holy) for a Mission Trip June 13-22nd 2011. We will be ministering the message of Jesus Christ. Also, I will be learning and touring with Dr. Terry & Phyllis Faulkenbury who is my Professor at New Life Theological Seminary in which I will graduate with a Bachelor in Urban Christian Ministries with a concentration of Christian Education May 2011. It is truly exciting to see what the Lord has for me to experience and learn.
In the Year 2008, I had an opportunity to minister in Accra, Ghana for two weeks in word and music. It was in Accra, Ghana where I received my Honorary Doctorate Degree. I have to tell you, it changed my life forever. If you log on to www.bedrockgospel.com you will have an opportunity to see a few of the photos taken. While you are on the site, feel free to download some of the songs listed. Also, if you have a prayer request, fill in the request form and we will pray with you and for you. I’ve witness the move of God nationally and internationally. It is truly a “Global Love”. Matthew 28:19 Says, Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Our Mission: My hearts desire is, not to lose one soul to the tactics of the enemy. Our vow is to spread the gospel message throughout the earth, teaching the good news so minds can be transformed and hearts changed for the Glory of God. It is all about Jesus. The Holy Spirit will draw. Jesus said if I be lifted up, I will draw all men unto me. God is truly faithful and I am honored to be apart of the kingdom of God.
With your help and if God is leading you, the amount needed with be $7,398.00 which will cover (Flight, Food, Travel bus and Hotel) for the both of us. No amount is too small.
With Love and Thankfulness,
May God overshadow you with his love
Tawana Ross
My name is Dr. Terry Faulkenbury and I serve as Department Head of Pastoral Ministries of New Life Theological Seminary. It is exciting to take seminary students to the Holy Land and watch their learning explode in the knowledge of the Bible. These are the future leaders of our churches. Tawana Ross is an exceptional student and this trip will enlighten her for a lifetime. Consider investing in that which has an eternal reward...others! This knowledge will be used to reach others with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She needs some help to go and your gift could make a huge difference in a life lived in the ministry of our Lord!
Dr. Terry Faulkenbury
704-467-0723
- by Tawana Ross

Mission Trip For 2011
Dear Friends and Family,
God has given me an opportunity to travel to Israel. For the first time my daughter & I will visit Israel, (The Land we call holy) for a Mission Trip June 13-22nd 2011. We will be ministering the message of Jesus Christ. Also, I will be learning and touring with Dr. Terry & Phyllis Faulkenbury who is my Professor at New Life Theological Seminary in which I will graduate with a Bachelor in Urban Christian Ministries with a concentration of Christian Education May 2011. It is truly exciting to see what the Lord has for me to experience and learn.
In the Year 2008, I had an opportunity to minister in Accra, Ghana for two weeks in word and music. It was in Accra, Ghana where I received my Honorary Doctorate Degree. I have to tell you, it changed my life forever. If you log on to www.bedrockgospel.com you will have an opportunity to see a few of the photos taken. While you are on the site, feel free to download some of the songs listed. Also, if you have a prayer request, fill in the request form and we will pray with you and for you. I’ve witness the move of God nationally and internationally. It is truly a “Global Love”. Matthew 28:19 Says, Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Our Mission: My hearts desire is, not to lose one soul to the tactics of the enemy. Our vow is to spread the gospel message throughout the earth, teaching the good news so minds can be transformed and hearts changed for the Glory of God. It is all about Jesus. The Holy Spirit will draw. Jesus said if I be lifted up, I will draw all men unto me. God is truly faithful and I am honored to be apart of the kingdom of God.
With your help and if God is leading you, the amount needed with be $7,398.00 which will cover (Flight, Food, Travel bus and Hotel) for the both of us. No amount is too small.
With Love and Thankfulness,
May God overshadow you with his love
Tawana Ross
My name is Dr. Terry Faulkenbury and I serve as Department Head of Pastoral Ministries of New Life Theological Seminary. It is exciting to take seminary students to the Holy Land and watch their learning explode in the knowledge of the Bible. These are the future leaders of our churches. Tawana Ross is an exceptional student and this trip will enlighten her for a lifetime. Consider investing in that which has an eternal reward...others! This knowledge will be used to reach others with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She needs some help to go and your gift could make a huge difference in a life lived in the ministry of our Lord!
Dr. Terry Faulkenbury
704-467-0723
- by Tawana Ross

To God be all the Glory!
“FOR PRESS RELEASE”
BEDROCK GOSPEL PRESENTS NEW PROJECT – GLOBAL LOVE
Holy Hip Hop Gospel Minister Tawana Ross has released her 3rd gospel album. Tawana is known for her passion for the entire world. She is sought after around the world for her music and ability to reach everyone no matter the age, nationality, gender, culture or ethnicity.
She has had the opportunity to minister with so many anointed individuals such as Evangelist Charkeita Anderson, Crucial, Elder Frank McBride, JayL, Evangelist Jean Cellent, Dae-lee, Red Fish (still blazin Radio), Omega Spark, Soldiers for Christ, Lacrae, Tripp Lee, JReal, 100 percent, 39 lashes and many more.
MOTTO: “Before I am a rapper, I am a minister of the gospel; the unadulterated word of God that changes, heals and sets captives free. My hearts’ desire is to not lose one soul to the tactics of the enemy. I vow to help spread the Gospel throughout the earth, teaching the Good News so that Minds are Transformed, Thoughts are Reconstructed, Hearts are Changed to want to be like Christ and Holiness becomes the Choice of lifestyle.”
AWARDS :
2007- Received Best Female Rap artist at the Carolina Achievement Awards
2007- Received Gospel Hip Hop Single of the Year “Bless the Lord” – Tiffany Awards
2007 – 3rd place in the INSP Christian Talent Search Hosted by Jason Crabb
2008 – Received Artist of the year NC at Charlotte Holy Hip Hop Achievement Awards
2008 – Nominated for the Best Upcoming Gospel Rap artist (Cigmas)

WEBSITE: www.bedrockgospel.com.
On the website you will be able to visibly see how God is moving on behalf of the ministry. Book her for your next ministry event. Request her music on the local, college and national radio stations. Through the ministry God has trusted her with, lives has transformed and through the power of the almighty God will continue to transform. Take your time and listen to some of the free downloads. If God leads you to sow; all the proceeds go towards the ministry, funding of the kingdom which will help travel throughout the globe and continue to release products that brings healing, deliverance and imparts God love.
If you would like to receive a demo package; we request your permission before we send it. Feel free to email us and we will send it upon your request.
Contact: Tawana Ross at (704) 763-9353 or email her: Tawana@bedrockgospel.com.
- Tawana Ross

To God be all the Glory!
“FOR PRESS RELEASE”
BEDROCK GOSPEL PRESENTS NEW PROJECT – GLOBAL LOVE
Holy Hip Hop Gospel Minister Tawana Ross has released her 3rd gospel album. Tawana is known for her passion for the entire world. She is sought after around the world for her music and ability to reach everyone no matter the age, nationality, gender, culture or ethnicity.
She has had the opportunity to minister with so many anointed individuals such as Evangelist Charkeita Anderson, Crucial, Elder Frank McBride, JayL, Evangelist Jean Cellent, Dae-lee, Red Fish (still blazin Radio), Omega Spark, Soldiers for Christ, Lacrae, Tripp Lee, JReal, 100 percent, 39 lashes and many more.
MOTTO: “Before I am a rapper, I am a minister of the gospel; the unadulterated word of God that changes, heals and sets captives free. My hearts’ desire is to not lose one soul to the tactics of the enemy. I vow to help spread the Gospel throughout the earth, teaching the Good News so that Minds are Transformed, Thoughts are Reconstructed, Hearts are Changed to want to be like Christ and Holiness becomes the Choice of lifestyle.”
AWARDS :
2007- Received Best Female Rap artist at the Carolina Achievement Awards
2007- Received Gospel Hip Hop Single of the Year “Bless the Lord” – Tiffany Awards
2007 – 3rd place in the INSP Christian Talent Search Hosted by Jason Crabb
2008 – Received Artist of the year NC at Charlotte Holy Hip Hop Achievement Awards
2008 – Nominated for the Best Upcoming Gospel Rap artist (Cigmas)

WEBSITE: www.bedrockgospel.com.
On the website you will be able to visibly see how God is moving on behalf of the ministry. Book her for your next ministry event. Request her music on the local, college and national radio stations. Through the ministry God has trusted her with, lives has transformed and through the power of the almighty God will continue to transform. Take your time and listen to some of the free downloads. If God leads you to sow; all the proceeds go towards the ministry, funding of the kingdom which will help travel throughout the globe and continue to release products that brings healing, deliverance and imparts God love.
If you would like to receive a demo package; we request your permission before we send it. Feel free to email us and we will send it upon your request.
Contact: Tawana Ross at (704) 763-9353 or email her: Tawana@bedrockgospel.com.
- Tawana Ross

God Does it Again!
Tawana Ross is nominated for
The South Florida Music Gospel Awards

The SOUTH FLORIDA MUSIC GOSPEL AWARDS is November 5th and 6th in Florida. I'm humbly grateful to be nominated for Hip Hop Artist of the Year. I need your support, go to the website and VOTE, VOTE, VOTE. You can vote as many times as you desire. Feel free to forward to all of your friends and family. Thank you once again
The nomination is

Link: www.sfgma.com ….I’m in the category for Holy Hip Hop Artist of the Year
If you would like to hear some of the music you can go to my personal website at www.bedrockgospel.com and www.reverbnation.com/bedrockgospel


I truly thank God for the opportunity. I am truly excited about being nominated and very appreciative for your support.
To God be all the Glory

Click to play Songs from ReverbNation:
http://www.reverbnation.com/tunepak/2458039

Global Love - Tawana Ross
Contagious - Tawana Ross
Just God - Tawana Ross
One Lamb - Tawana Ross
Change the world - Tawana Ross
- Tawana Ross

God Does it Again!
Tawana Ross is nominated for
The South Florida Music Gospel Awards

The SOUTH FLORIDA MUSIC GOSPEL AWARDS is November 5th and 6th in Florida. I'm humbly grateful to be nominated for Hip Hop Artist of the Year. I need your support, go to the website and VOTE, VOTE, VOTE. You can vote as many times as you desire. Feel free to forward to all of your friends and family. Thank you once again
The nomination is

Link: www.sfgma.com ….I’m in the category for Holy Hip Hop Artist of the Year
If you would like to hear some of the music you can go to my personal website at www.bedrockgospel.com and www.reverbnation.com/bedrockgospel


I truly thank God for the opportunity. I am truly excited about being nominated and very appreciative for your support.
To God be all the Glory

Click to play Songs from ReverbNation:
http://www.reverbnation.com/tunepak/2458039

Global Love - Tawana Ross
Contagious - Tawana Ross
Just God - Tawana Ross
One Lamb - Tawana Ross
Change the world - Tawana Ross
- Tawana Ross

Thank you to every one who voted for me ay the YGEA AWARDS. I am happy to have receive Best Gospel Collab award for 2010..I am definitely looking forward to the year 2011.. - Tawana Ross

Thank you to every one who voted for me ay the YGEA AWARDS. I am happy to have receive Best Gospel Collab award for 2010..I am definitely looking forward to the year 2011.. - Tawana Ross

Holy hip hop makes play
for ears and souls of young
Teens are embracing a new
genre of clean rap with positive
messages.
Holy Ghost Explosion, an
event for teenagers, was held
last week at Emanuel
Church of All Nations on
South Pond Boulevard.
Christian rap artists such as
Tawana Ross, who was host
of the event and producer
Crucial, among other artist
performed in front of many
young people who showed up
to have a good time.
Holy hip hop, better known
as Christian rap or gospel
rap, has been around since
the early 1990s. It is a form of
hip hop that is centered
around Christian themes and
faith. Many Christian rap
artists convey lyrics about
their past experiences prior
to becoming a Christian, to
let young people know that
God brought them out. Other
artists rap about their life as
Christians. In the end, the
messages are all positive and
the lyrics lift up the artists.
faith.
Michael Stanfield, the coleader
welatmosphere
for teens to
dance, fellowship, and mingle
with other young folk their
age. Rev. Casey R. Kimbrough,
pastor of Mount
Carmel Baptist Church, is
optimistic about the events
and feels that it is a great
place for teenagers to go. He
even allows his teen-aged son
to attend. .The holy hip hop
events usually take place in
the gymnasium of a church.
It.s a very positive atmosphere,
I.ve been there,. Kimbrough
said. .It.s a lot better
than clubs..
Holy hip hop shows are targeted
to ages 12 to college
students. The event serves as
a place to fellowship with
other believers and mentorship
for teenagers who can
look up to rap artists who
aren.t following BET.
.I think the entire recreation
of the culture serves as
mentorship process. It gives
young people the opportunity
to create their own culture,.
Stanfield said.
Every holy hip hop event
begins with a warm welcome.
.Every event opens with
standing praise and worship.
come to listen the music and
attend the events.
.A church member could
bring you to a holy hip hop
event. At the end of the event,
they ask you if you are
saved,. Stanfield said.
He stressed that the purpose
of the question is not to
embarrass young people, but
to extend the opportunity to
be saved in a warm manner.
.It.s not about pressuring
teens, but simply sharing the
Gospel in another way. It.s
very inspiring..
Teens learn a lot about
music and themselves at holy
hip hop events. Stanfield said
that young people who
involve themselves in the
concerts learn how to appreciate
a different genre of music
other than secular rap music.
.Teens will have the ability
to continue to love the music
because it is music with a
purpose,. he said.
Stanfield started a foundation
called Words of Wisdom
and he bases the principles
on a basic formula: .First
thing they do is hear the beat.
Second, they hear and repeat
the lyrics,. Stanfield said. .If
By Victoria Elmore
THE CHARLOTTE POST

- Charlotte Post

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Holy hip hop makes play
for ears and souls of young
Teens are embracing a new
genre of clean rap with positive
messages.
Holy Ghost Explosion, an
event for teenagers, was held
last week at Emanuel
Church of All Nations on
South Pond Boulevard.
Christian rap artists such as
Tawana Ross, who was host
of the event and producer
Crucial, among other artist
performed in front of many
young people who showed up
to have a good time.
Holy hip hop, better known
as Christian rap or gospel
rap, has been around since
the early 1990s. It is a form of
hip hop that is centered
around Christian themes and
faith. Many Christian rap
artists convey lyrics about
their past experiences prior
to becoming a Christian, to
let young people know that
God brought them out. Other
artists rap about their life as
Christians. In the end, the
messages are all positive and
the lyrics lift up the artists.
faith.
Michael Stanfield, the coleader
welatmosphere
for teens to
dance, fellowship, and mingle
with other young folk their
age. Rev. Casey R. Kimbrough,
pastor of Mount
Carmel Baptist Church, is
optimistic about the events
and feels that it is a great
place for teenagers to go. He
even allows his teen-aged son
to attend. .The holy hip hop
events usually take place in
the gymnasium of a church.
It.s a very positive atmosphere,
I.ve been there,. Kimbrough
said. .It.s a lot better
than clubs..
Holy hip hop shows are targeted
to ages 12 to college
students. The event serves as
a place to fellowship with
other believers and mentorship
for teenagers who can
look up to rap artists who
aren.t following BET.
.I think the entire recreation
of the culture serves as
mentorship process. It gives
young people the opportunity
to create their own culture,.
Stanfield said.
Every holy hip hop event
begins with a warm welcome.
.Every event opens with
standing praise and worship.
come to listen the music and
attend the events.
.A church member could
bring you to a holy hip hop
event. At the end of the event,
they ask you if you are
saved,. Stanfield said.
He stressed that the purpose
of the question is not to
embarrass young people, but
to extend the opportunity to
be saved in a warm manner.
.It.s not about pressuring
teens, but simply sharing the
Gospel in another way. It.s
very inspiring..
Teens learn a lot about
music and themselves at holy
hip hop events. Stanfield said
that young people who
involve themselves in the
concerts learn how to appreciate
a different genre of music
other than secular rap music.
.Teens will have the ability
to continue to love the music
because it is music with a
purpose,. he said.
Stanfield started a foundation
called Words of Wisdom
and he bases the principles
on a basic formula: .First
thing they do is hear the beat.
Second, they hear and repeat
the lyrics,. Stanfield said. .If
By Victoria Elmore
THE CHARLOTTE POST

- Charlotte Post

The first Youth Gospel Hip Hop event at New Emmanuel Congregational United Church of Christ shined a positive light on black youngsters. This group spent their Saturday evening praising God with original gospel rap, comedy and testimonies that encouraged others to live God’s way.
“Grab hold of the truth of Jesus Christ. Our lifestyles are worship. The only thing that saved me was Jesus salvation,” said, Kevin Cellent, Soldiers for Christ. Cellent, 17, said his turnaround moment occurred when a bullet missed him. “The bullet didn’t touch me. If God wants you here, you must have something to do.”
Squiggy, gospel comedian, opened with a prayer. “God bless this fool…I got saved 23 times and then came Homecoming,” She joked about preacher’s bad breath and strong ushers. Squiggy’s next performance will be at the Black College Festival, Sept. 5&6, Independence Park.
Tawana Ross, Bedrock Gospel rapper, performed her own I Want God interactive rap to a church filled audience that stood in ovation.
“In the morning, in the evening… I want God,” chanted the audience.
Performers included rappers HBC, New Emmanuel’s Youth choir The Rain and poetry by Monique.
Get Up and Do Something Media, Still Blazin Hip Hop and Poverty to Potential sponsored the event.

- Celeste Hart

According to the National Association for Self-Esteem, lives of adolescent girls are directly impacted by their self-esteem.




PHOTO/JENNIFER GALLMAN

The Passions of Purity workshop at Boulevard Homes provided a place for girls to discuss issues of importance to them without being judged by others, especially boys.


A lack of or low self-esteem is a key cause in the following: eating disorders, dieting, pregnancy, smoking, and suicidal thoughts. One of the best ways to improve self-esteem in adolescents is to be proactive.


On Sept. 13, employees of the Charlotte Housing Authority and Taia Crews of WOGR radio (1540 AM) held a Passions of Purity workshop for girls at Boulevard Homes. The workshop provided a safe place for the girls to discuss issues in an environment where they wouldn’t be judged by others, especially boys.
According to the Girl Scout Research Institute, girls’ self-images are determined not only by their self-perceptions but also the perception of others. It is important to connect these youth with positive women who they aspire to be like and can act as positive role models. In the class, young girls recognized mothers and grandmothers as being role models in their lives. One of the shyer girls proudly stood up and recognized her mother for working hard and even though she did not have a lot of money, always providing her with what she needed.


All of the workshop classes were provided by women employees of CHA and Taia Crews in a positive, honest, and supportive environment. The classes focused on proper etiquette, taking care of your body, and pushing through pain. Also at the workshop, attendees created DreamBooks to take home. Each young lady created a book full of magazine clippings that expressed what she wanted to achieve in life.


“One of the young girls at the workshop said she was going to sleep with her DreamBook underneath her pillow as a reminder that she was special,” Boulevard Homes Assistant Site Manager Tawnna Ross said. “Feedback like this is affirmation of the importance of self-esteem workshops for the positive development of the beautiful, young ladies in this community.”


The workshop is one of a series being put together by the CHA to address self-esteem issues for youth who reside in CHA communities.




- Published Thursday, September 25, 2008

According to the National Association for Self-Esteem, lives of adolescent girls are directly impacted by their self-esteem.




PHOTO/JENNIFER GALLMAN

The Passions of Purity workshop at Boulevard Homes provided a place for girls to discuss issues of importance to them without being judged by others, especially boys.


A lack of or low self-esteem is a key cause in the following: eating disorders, dieting, pregnancy, smoking, and suicidal thoughts. One of the best ways to improve self-esteem in adolescents is to be proactive.


On Sept. 13, employees of the Charlotte Housing Authority and Taia Crews of WOGR radio (1540 AM) held a Passions of Purity workshop for girls at Boulevard Homes. The workshop provided a safe place for the girls to discuss issues in an environment where they wouldn’t be judged by others, especially boys.
According to the Girl Scout Research Institute, girls’ self-images are determined not only by their self-perceptions but also the perception of others. It is important to connect these youth with positive women who they aspire to be like and can act as positive role models. In the class, young girls recognized mothers and grandmothers as being role models in their lives. One of the shyer girls proudly stood up and recognized her mother for working hard and even though she did not have a lot of money, always providing her with what she needed.


All of the workshop classes were provided by women employees of CHA and Taia Crews in a positive, honest, and supportive environment. The classes focused on proper etiquette, taking care of your body, and pushing through pain. Also at the workshop, attendees created DreamBooks to take home. Each young lady created a book full of magazine clippings that expressed what she wanted to achieve in life.


“One of the young girls at the workshop said she was going to sleep with her DreamBook underneath her pillow as a reminder that she was special,” Boulevard Homes Assistant Site Manager Tawnna Ross said. “Feedback like this is affirmation of the importance of self-esteem workshops for the positive development of the beautiful, young ladies in this community.”


The workshop is one of a series being put together by the CHA to address self-esteem issues for youth who reside in CHA communities.




- Published Thursday, September 25, 2008