Stewart Thompson came to The Gatehouse five years ago as a participant. One year later, he started facilitating leading me in to public speaking, giving his story to unlock the door beyond sexual abuse as well.
He has taken part in a documentary film luminating the light for survivors of sexual abuse which is to be released soon.
Stewart has a Web based radio show Personal Transformation that is on every Thursday for just over a year now.
At The Gatehouse, he facilitates both men’s groups and co ed groups.
During our conversation, Stewart talked about:
– His life growing up in a broken home and many places in Canada and being sexually abused by non-family members
– His troubled childhood while being raised by his grandparents
– When did he start to let go of the shame and anger
– What brought him to The Gatehouse
– Men overcoming sexual abuse
– How he got his show
– His message for those in and out of sexual abuse
Pastor Richard J. BrownThe Truth Conference 2015The Truth Conference 2015 – Speakers
The Truth Conference is 3-day (September 18 – 20, 2015, Niagara Falls, Ontario) personal enrichment event designed to help truth-seekers restore a positive mental thought life, re-establish healthy relationships and rebuild their health; putting God at the center of it all. At the end, they will leave feeling valued knowing that you are a gift to world. Conference spiritual oversight provided by Pastor Richard J. Brown.
Live tonight at 9 p.m. Eastern/6 p.m. Pacific, we have Pastor Richard J. Brown, one of the presenters at this year’s conference, on our show talking about the event.
– shares some of his background including what brought him to Canada twenty-six years ago, how he met his wife and what brought the Lord into his life
– how did the Lord show him that ministry thorough music would be one of his gifts
– the story of him becoming a pastor
– the importance of mentorship in his life
– how has his life changed over the last twenty-one years
– how he got involved with The Truth Conference, some memories from last year’s conference and what to expect from him at this year’s conference
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Pastor Richard J. Brown is the founder and senior pastor of Kingsway Community Life Centre. From his youth, he recognized God’s call on him to a life of ministry in praise and worship.
He has a heart for society’s marginalized and less fortunate; his signature theme is “Loving You Back to Life and Destiny”. He has delivered dynamic ministry in word and worship throughout the United States, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa and Australia.
Affectionately known as “The Chief Levite,” he has written and produced many worship songs that continue to bless the Body of Christ around the world. His projects include his live debut recording “Heart of a Worshipper”, and most recently “Worship Without Apology”. Richard Brown and his wife, Paula, are proud parents of four children.
Pastor Brown will be leading the One Sound Worship Concert workshop at this year’s conference on Friday, September 18, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. Eastern.
Here is a description of the One Sound Worship Concert workshop:
This session is a concert of Prayer, Praise and Worship. Tap into the presence of God as psalmists and intercessors lead us to the throne room. Delight in His love, joy, hope, forgiveness; experience peace in our hearts and rest in our minds as together we recalibrate our spiritual GPS.
Monica Raye Simpson – artist and activist – lives by Paul Robeson’s quote, “If the artist does not create, the world suffers.”
This North Carolina native has opened for national recording artists such as Yahzarah and Neo-soul sensation N’Dambi as well as icons such as Nancy Wilson. Monica Raye is an operatically trained soul singer and actress and has performed at various functions across the country from Los Angeles to New York City. Monica Raye has also used her musical talents in theatrical performances with the Afro-American Cultural Center in Charlotte, NC with the production of, “For the Love of Harlem” as well as the production, “Words the Isms.” She was also featured as a traveling cast member for the national production of the stage play, “Walk like a Man” and as a part of the Atlanta production of “For Colored Girls.” As an event promoter and as a founding member of Charlotte Black Gay Pride, Monica Raye created the fundraiser, DIVAS Live, a live music showcase that featured local and national artists as well as Soul Sessions, a weekly live music production. Monica Raye was also the formal host for Sophisticated Lyfe Entertainment’s events as well as the nationally syndicated R&B Live Showcase in Charlotte. She is dedicated to her activism and merges her artistry and work for social change by performing at local and national conferences and marches, and she was named as a New Civil Rights Leader in Essence Magazine.
Ms. Simpson was recently on our show talking about her article Experiencing Police Brutality Made Me An Activist.
Ms. Simpson talked about:
– Where her activist journey start
– What her mother and her grandmother instilled in her
– The story behind the article
– The need to get to the root of racism
– SisterSong and reproductive justice
Dr. Charles U. Phillips, Ph.DFighting More Than Fires – Memoirs of Charles U. Phillps Ph.D
Fighting More than Fires is a true story about the life of Miami Dade’s first African American Fire Chief, Charles Phillips. It is his autobiography, detailing his rise through the ranks of Miami –Dade Fire Department to achieve the highest honor of becoming Chief, only to be accused of the unthinkable.
“My story lays bare the details of my experiences – the good, the bad, and the ugly.”
Phillips says, “Writing this book was a 10 year gut-wrenching, soul-searching project and it was very difficult to re-live some of the unpleasant experiences I had encountered. Can you imagine working your was up the ranks from firefighter to Chief, in a major city in America, only to be publicly humiliated and forced out of office on false allegations by someone you trusted as a confidant?”
Fighting More Than Fires is a compelling account of Chief Phillips’ fight to make it to the top and then having it all taken away two years after being sworn in. It is his story of betrayal, deception and perseverance.
Dr. Charles U. Phillips was on our show talking about Fighting More Than Fires and his life. He shared about:
– Life growing up in inner city Miami (Liberty City) in times of open segregation
– What his parents taught him about life
– Where did desire to get involved in public service and being involved in the fire department come from
– Some of his experiences going through fireman training
– How he implemented cultural change within the Miami Dade Fire Department and some of the challenges that he had to overcome
– The story behind the book
– How has the landscape changed for Blacks in the Miami Dade fire department
– His thoughts on what young people need to do to get ahead
All you need to do to listen to the conversation live is:
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Steven W. Thrasher is Senior Opinion Columnist and Writer At Large for the Guardian US, and a Henry M. MacCracken doctoral fellow in American Studies at New York University. In 2012, he was named Journalist of the Year by the National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association. He tweets @thrasherxy.
– Some background about himself and his writing journey especially working for NPR’s Story Core
– Where did his gift of writing come from
– How it was illegal for his parents to get married in Nebraska and the influence that his father had on his life
– John Henryism, the Sandra Bland incident, suicide in the Black community and how the challenges of life are effecting Blacks
– His thoughts on the state of race after Barack Obama leaves as President of the United States
– His thoughts on the #BlackLivesMatter movement
– What can be done change the suicide rates with Blacks
Alynthia LewisThe Truth Conference 2015The Truth Conference 2015 – Speakers
The Truth Conference is 3-day (September 18 – 20, 2015, Niagara Falls, Ontario) personal enrichment event designed to help truth-seekers restore a positive mental thought life, re-establish healthy relationships and rebuild their health; putting God at the center of it all. At the end, they will leave feeling valued knowing that you are a gift to world. Conference spiritual oversight provided by Pastor Richard J. Brown.
Live tonight at 7:30 p.m. Eastern/4:30 p.m. Pacific, we have Alynthia Lewis, one of the performers at this year’s conference, on our show talking about the event.
All you need to do to listen to the conversation live is:
Desktop/Laptop: All you need to do is go to http://thedrvibeshow.com/ tonight at 7:30 p.m. Eastern/4:30 p.m. Pacific.
Tablet/Smartphone: Tonight at 7:30 p.m. Eastern/4:30 p.m. Pacific, please go to the “Mixlr” player at the bottom of http://thedrvibeshow.com/ and click on “Click To Play”.
During our live conversation, you have the opportunity to call in and share with us and ask questions. If you would like to do this, please call us at (507) 237-8423 or doctorvibe42 (Skype). If you get through, please be patient and we will get to your call as soon as possible.
Alynthia is an artist like no other. Marked by her angelic vocals, Alynthia possesses a unique sound that can easily be identified in a crowd. A true worshipper at heart, her desire is to glorify the Lord through the simplicity and authenticity of her worship.
Alynthia is no stranger to the professional stage. She has served as a background vocalist for some of Canada’s leading gospel artists including Richard J. Brown, Echoes of Praise and Jermaine Shakespeare. Through these valuable experiences, Alynthia has gained much of the musical expertise that has led to the release of her long-awaited solo project. Produced by husband and fellow musical artist Stephen Lewis, “I AM GOD”, Alynthia’s debut album was released in April 2013.
Miriam will be one of the performers at Tropical Night Banquet on Saturday, September 19th at 7 p.m.
Enjoy delicious appetizers and experience the musical sounds of the steelpan.
Step into an oasis of gourmet food, fusion music, beautiful people, door prizes and more.
Come dressed in your best tropical wear – dressy casual, for a fun-filled evening.
Miriam ClarkeThe Truth Conference 2015The Truth Conference 2015 – Speakers
The Truth Conference is 3-day (September 18 – 20, 2015, Niagara Falls, Ontario) personal enrichment event designed to help truth-seekers restore a positive mental thought life, re-establish healthy relationships and rebuild their health; putting God at the center of it all. At the end, they will leave feeling valued knowing that you are a gift to world. Conference spiritual oversight provided by Pastor Richard J. Brown.
Live tonight at 9 p.m. Eastern/6 p.m. Pacific, we have Miriam Clarke, one of the performers at this year’s conference, on our show talking about the event.
All you need to do to listen to the conversation live is:
Desktop/Laptop: All you need to do is go to http://thedrvibeshow.com/ tonight at 9 p.m. Eastern/6 p.m. Pacific.
Tablet/Smartphone: Tonight at 9 p.m. Eastern/6 p.m. Pacific, please go to the “Mixlr” player at the bottom of http://thedrvibeshow.com/ and click on “Click To Play”.
During our live conversation, you have the opportunity to call in and share with us and ask questions. If you would like to do this, please call us at (507) 237-8423 or doctorvibe42 (Skype). If you get through, please be patient and we will get to your call as soon as possible.
Singer and Song-writer Miriam Clarke finds her soul in the mixture of island rhythmic sounds, classical music, sacred and inspirational melodies, all fused with the allure of her beloved modern Jazz.
Miriam became involved a number of music projects including recordings with other artists, commercial gigs and solo performances. Miriam developed the love for song-writing and considers music as the conduit for communicating the message of inspiration and hope. She explains: “Music completes me. It is a calling. Through music, I am a messenger and mediator.”
Miriam looks forward to the release of her recordings of original and classic songs including: Missing Part of Me, New Way and Breath on me.
Miriam will be one of the performers at Tropical Night Banquet on Saturday, September 19th at 7 p.m.
Enjoy delicious appetizers and experience the musical sounds of the steelpan.
Step into an oasis of gourmet food, fusion music, beautiful people, door prizes and more.
Come dressed in your best tropical wear – dressy casual, for a fun-filled evening.
Eryn-Faye Frans “Canada¹s Passion Coach®”The Truth Conference 2015The Truth Conference 2015 – Speakers
The Truth Conference is 3-day (September 18 – 20, 2015, Niagara Falls, Ontario) personal enrichment event designed to help truth-seekers restore a positive mental thought life, re-establish healthy relationships and rebuild their health; putting God at the center of it all. At the end, they will leave feeling valued knowing that you are a gift to world. Conference spiritual oversight provided by Pastor Richard J. Brown.
Recently, we had Eryn-Faye Frans, one of the speakers at this year’s conference, on our show talking about the event.
During our conversation, Eryn-Faye shared about:
– What she does, how she got into coaching and the early days of her coaching career
– If intimacy different between men and women
– About what she is going to share at the conference
– some of the issues that women share with her when it comes to sexual intimacy in marriages
– Why is she getting busier with her coaching
– The role of shame in the church
– What is the most challenging aspect of her coaching
– how are people finding out for her
– What are ways Christian couples can talk about sex
– What is coming up for her
As Canada’s Passion Coach®, Eryn-Faye Frans creates space for meaningful conversations about sexual intimacy. She is a recurring guest on radio, TV and in churches across North America. Her book, The Essential Elements of Sex: Nine Secrets to a Lifetime of Intimacy, gives couples the biblical building blocks to make their marriages grow and thrive throughout the decades together.
Through her speaking engagements and private coaching practice, she has mentored thousands of men and women who are desperately searching for the marriages they always dreamed they would have. Above all of that however, Eryn-Faye’s favourite roles are “Mamma” to her daughter Riley, and “Wifey” to the love of her life, Eric.
Eryn-Faye will be leading the Love Covers – For Women Only! Intimate heart-to-heart workshop at this year’s conference on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 2 p.m. Eastern.
Here is a description of the Love Covers – For Women Only! Intimate heart-to-heart workshop:
The Bible references sex dozens of times and even has an entire book devoted to the subject, yet many Christians struggle with the tension between wanting more (or at least better) sex and the taboo of even talking about it. The world offers so many messages that conflict with a biblical perspective that it is hard to know how to feel, what to think and even what is acceptable when it comes to sex in a loving marriage.
A candid and tasteful workshop about sex within Christian marriage, from renowned speaker, teacher and author, Eryn-Faye Frans, Canada’s Passion Coach®. Learn the foundational principles to a healthy, thriving sex life in this thoughtful, humorous workshop. Recommended for married ladies.