Dream In Soul – Creativity for the Kingdom:

The Soul Connection Guide features great Christian sites and media picks. Here are some picks especially for women, from some of the sites featured:

Priscilla Shirer, Kari Jobe, Michelle McKinney Hammond and Others On Singleness – From Going Beyond Ministries

Going Beyond Ministries, founded by author, speaker and Bible teacher Priscilla Shirer, always presents inspiring discussions for women on their website and blog. I love how the conversations are so real, touching on faith topics, and even on fashion and hair.

Recently a great series on singleness was sparked on the site, featuring the insights of Kari Jobe, author and speaker Michelle McKinney Hammond and others. Check out links to each of the posts in the series and be sure to visit the Going Beyond Ministries site regularly for other great discussions and content:

• Kari Jobe and Singleness – Kari Jobe talks about the season of singleness and gives advice to others…
• More on Singleness, from Priscilla and Linnae – Part 2 of the Singleness Discussion
• Single Talk Continues – Part 3 of the Singleness Discussion
• Meet Michelle McKinney Hammond – Michelle McKinney Hammond discusses all things singleness and how she stays focused on God in this season…
• Interview with Jason Illian, from the Bachelorette – A former bachelor from the show The Bachelorette chimes into the conversation.

Going Beyond Ministries Website: www.goingbeyond.com
Going Beyond Ministries Blog: www.goingbeyond.com/blog

Inspiration for Girls Gone Wise

The Girls Gone Wise book and website are part of the “quiet counter-revolution of gals (and guys) who follow Jesus Christ and dare to delight in God’s design for womanhood & manhood.” The founder, Mary Kassian, is an award winning author, internationally renowned speaker, and a distinguished professor at Southern Baptist Seminary.

The Girls Gone Wise website features a variety of content on pursuing Biblical womanhood, and great discussions on topics and events happening today. Here are some recent and really interesting posts featured on the site:

• Have you been swept off your feet? – “Did you know that you can tell the difference between a Girl-Gone-Wild and a Girl-Gone-Wise by looking at her feet?”
• Can Bad Boys be Godly Men? – Does the character of a “bad boy” match up with how the Bible defines a godly man?
• The Abstinent Vampire Attraction – A discussion on why girls today are so enthralled with the Twilight “phenomenon”
• Wise vs. Wild Contrast Series – A series of posts on the difference between a “Girl Gone Wise” and one that’s “gone wild.”

Girls Gone Wise Website: www.girlsgonewise.com

Most everyone has asked these questions:

• Who am I?
• Why am I here?
• What should I be doing?

Artists in particular, from painters to musicians, may ask these questions regarding their gifts:

• Who am I as an artist?
• Why do I have this talent?
• What does God want me to do with it?

Navigating these questions might be frustrating when we don’t “hear” what God wants us to do with the gifts He’s given us. How do we know what route to take with our abilities?

Art Lessons from God is a great online spiritual resource that delves into these questions of gifting and calling. The web publication and discussion group were created with the purpose of helping artists and designers discover God’s purpose and plan for their artistic talent. The site was created by Tony Snipes of Kreative Kingdom, Inc. a non-profit faith-based art initiative.

Though the site is targeted toward visual artists it has much insight that could inspire artists of any type from writers and performers to musicians and filmmakers. Many of the topics explored can apply to a variety of arts, like “Anointed versus Talented: What’s the Difference?” to “Discovering a “God” idea vs a “Good” idea.” Often in our society we acknowledge the “how” regarding talents of individuals but may not always consider the deeper questions involved with “why”…

Group 1 Crew’s Upcoming Album & Song “Breakdown”

Group 1 Crew has been talking about their upcoming album via Twitter (@group1crew) and Facebook for the past couple of weeks. They recently released a new upbeat single called “Breakdown” on iTunes, and predict the EP will be released June 1st. Be sure to check out the song, it has a really awesome sound, a mix of funk and rap. Click here to take a listen.

Auditions to Be Held for the Brooklyn Interdenominational Choir

The Brooklyn Interdenominational Choir to be created in June 2010, will be holding auditions for vocalists and musicians in the upcoming weeks. The ensemble is aimed at celebrating the diverse make-up of New York, and is co-founded by Pastor Frank Haye, Jr. Auditions to join the choir will be held on both Thursday, June 10 and Saturday, June 12. Thursday auditions will be held at Borough Hall from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday auditions will be held at Elim International Temple in the Tabernacle, from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., 20 Madison Avenue (between Classon and Franklin Avenues), Brooklyn, New York.

A special event announcing the formation of the choir, co-hosted by Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz and City Council Member Letitia will take place at Borough Hall, 209 Joralemon Street (between Court and Adam Streets), Brooklyn, New York on Thursday, June 10 at 11:00 a.m. EST. In September 2010, The Brooklyn Interdenominational Choir will begin regular rehearsals twice a month for all choir members and musicians. For information on the auditions, please call 718-307-7808 or email at BICAuditions@aol.com.

Micah Stampley Joins Music World Entertainment

Gospel singer, songwriter, producer and Stellar Award nominee, Micah Stampley has joined the roster of Music World Entertainment’s faith-based label, Spirit Rising Music. The label, founded by Mathew Knowles, also includes artists like Trin-i-tee 5:7, Brian Courtney Wilson, and the most recent addition Dr. Juanita Bynum . Reflecting on the new direction for his ministry and music Micah says, “The unique partnership we’ve created is a pivotal step in my journey to leave a legacy for my children and spread my wings into my other artistic passions. My goal has always been to assist people in getting into a deeper intimacy and relationship with God.” For more info on Micah visit: www.myspace.com/micahkstampley

Behind the Music: Vicky Beeching On “Breath Of God”

Seeing the inspiration behind music is often so revealing of the heart and essence of an artist. Below artist Vicky Beeching talks about the story behind her song “Breath Of God,” from her recent album Eternity Invades from Integrity Music (available on iTunes and Amazon.com). Check out the video and her other recent “Song Story” video for her song “Break Our Hearts” on her blog.

Download 21:03’s Favor Remix

Gospel trio 21:03 recently released a free download, a hot remix of their song Favor that will be on their next album. All I Do Is Win (Favor Remix) features J Moss, Canton Jones, Chris Clark, and is an unofficial remix of the DJ Khaled hit “All I Do Is Win.” The new 21:03 album “Evolved” is scheduled to be in stores late summer. Listen to the Favor remix below and download it at: http://www.mediafire.com/?3ymyy54jt5y.

The Buzz Around the Web

Nashville Flood Relief Benefit Show Featuring Brandon Heath, Britt Nicole and TobyMac to Stream Online May 18 – CCM Magazine

Here’s a Recap of the Latest Episode of Sunday Best – Gospel Pundit

Recent & Upcoming Music Releases

The Generous Mr. Lovewell – MercyMe (May 4)

The Light Meets The Dark – Tenth Avenue North (May 11)

One and Only – Big Daddy Weave (May 14)

Songs of Emotional Healing – Cece Winans (May 18)

Nightlights – Jimmy Needham (May 18)

Farewell Show: Live in London – Delirious (May 18)

Woman After God’s Own Heart – Lynda Randle (May 18)

Happy Mother’s Day to every mother and maternal figure who has given love, nurture and sacrifice to bless others. Let’s remember to celebrate every woman in our lives who has influenced us greatly.

Here are some classics dedicated to all of the mothers: “I Remember Mama,” from Shirley Caesar and “A Song for Mama” from Boyz II Men ;). Have a blessed and beautiful day!

Let them praise his name in the dance: let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp. Psalm 149:3

If you are in the South Florida area, you are invited to a creative worship experience, “One God, One Spirit, One Movement” that is aimed at bringing glory to God through dance:

Description from the event host:

D.C.L.A.R.E. (Dancers Called Led and Anointed to Reach Everyone) Liturgical Dance Ministry will be hosting this event in an effort to showcase the gifts that God has equipped His saints within the Ministry of Arts. The purpose of this program is to unite like-minded ministries in one venue to showcase the power of the most Holy God and participants age 3-35 that are making noteworthy strides in fostering positive outlooks on life and channeling their energy through the arts. There will be live expression through the arts by Unashamed Mime Ministry, 4 Hiz Glory Liturgical Dance Ministry, and DCLARE Liturgical Dance Ministry which are comprised of men and women, youth and adults respectively.

Anybody can praise as the Bible commands it in Psalm 150, but worship requires relationship with God and we will WORSHIP our “One God”, ask him to send HIS “One Spirit”, to perform “One MIGHTY Movement,” to save souls and break yokes in Jesus name!

The event is designed to create involvement in the community and to highlight the benefits of supporting local ministries, businesses and community organizations.

Tickets are $10 for Adults and $5 for children and students, or $15 for all tickets on the day of the event. Bring your ministries, your families and your friends saved and unsaved; let’s build up the kingdom!

Date: Saturday, June 19, 2010 Time: 6:30pm (Doors open at 6)
Location: Julius Littman Performing Arts Theater- 17011 NE 19th Ave., N. Miami Beach, FL

For more information and to contact the event host click here to visit the Facebook event.

No Dancing In Church? A Documentary Featuring DCLARE Dance Ministry

“No Dancing In Church” is a documentary by Consuela Hayes featuring the DCLARE Dance Ministry. The concept of dance in the church may be a topic of conflict to some…