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At 10:59pm on October 30, 2009, APOSTLE JOSEPH MCHENRY JR. said…
DAD , I AM STILL WAITING ON THE PACKAGE
At 2:25pm on October 17, 2009, Last Days OutPouring Apostolic said…
please contact me 915 822 8845 Bishop Jackson
At 1:59pm on October 10, 2009, Dr. Jean Howard-Hill said…
Subject: A Need For Men and Women of God in Politics!

Dear Preachers and Those in Ministry:

I need some bold preachers to go with me into the lion’s den!

I am a veteran African American Republican who in 1979, God sent into the Republican Party to bring about change and to bring down the walls of prejudice and call the party back to the place of its original birth as the Party of Lincoln.

This has not been an easy battle. I have shared those experiences in the book I wrote, Black Eyes Shut – White Lips Sealed (victorysongcollectionspublications.com). Yet I have stood against all odds, and now it is time to take it to the next level.

What I have seen is that the racism, mean spiritedness and the foolishness that is within the Republican Party is mostly at the top. Those who rise to the top, in most cases are the perpetrators. But when you go to the grass roots level, this almost is not there or it is in lesser degrees. Many at the grass roots level are those who believe what we believe, work with us and even share sweet fellowship. However, when you begin to get involved at the party level, this is where the demons of racism rear their heads and stand as gatekeepers.

Having taught American Government, State and Local Government and International Politics and Culture of Non-Western Countries as a political science professor at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, I understand government at all levels – even globally. I know what it will take to break the hold and to get pass the political gatekeepers. Sit-in and protests will do absolutely nothing! Even prayer alone will not suffice. But with the power of prayer, as well as the wisdom of God, we have to move into both parties and carve out a place for ourselves as Americans, if we want to share in America’s political power base. Yes, this means moving even into the Republican Party.

As the national chair for the Black Republican Women Organization, I began back in 1987 recruiting African American women into the GOP, who were not willing to be tokens, but who could retain their blackness.

Presently, I head the National Republican African American Caucus. It is a unique republican organization because it allows African Americans to be a part of a collective body that can and will bring about change. Our goal is 1.5 million by 2012, and 500,000 in 2010. You may ask why so many? It is because political strength is in numbers! In politics, believe it or not, it has very little to do with color. It has to do with numbers and the ability to write the check. If you can show you have a substantial number of people who can stand as a voting block, and have the ability to finance your own cause, then you become a significant player within the political landscape. This is the ONLY way that we gain and retain political power. This is how we as African Americans get to the table, have a voice and place ourselves in appointed and elected positions. This is how we stop some of the foolishness that is going on in politics.

As an African American Republican, I proudly voted for President Obama in the general election. But his ability to win was because he was able to get beyond the gatekeepers and become a political player within the Democratic Party. Now we have to do the same thing within the Republican Party!

Having said all of this, I need men and women of God who will join with me to fulfill this mandate, and will join the NRAAC and even begin local caucuses. I don’t want everyone! Because it is important to remain political players in both parties. We need to be in the Democratic and Republican parties. I just need a significant number of praying people, and those who are strong and can take a stand for what is right to come into the Republican fold, so that our voices are heard.

I ask you to go to the NRAAC website at www.nraacaucus.org and see what we are all about. Then pray about this and see if you are one of the ones who God is saying, “I call you to take a stand on the other side (the Republican Party), so that you can make a difference.”

Also see if perhaps God is calling you to serve in a leadership capacity. In November, we will be making new appointments of regional and state chairs, and advisory board and national board members. If you are interested, and decide to become a member, you may submit your name, bio/resume for consideration.

I look forward to those of you who are godly and truly believe in justice and compassionate, yet self-responsibility and responsible government, joining our ranks!

…And for those of you who already are Republicans, we welcome you to the family of African American Republicans.

Let’s ALL go forth, and make a positive difference regardless of which party we are in!

Feel free to e-mail me at jean.howard.hill@gmail.com or jean-howard-hill@utc.edu, and to pass this e-mail on. Tennessee also has a state caucus at www.tnraacaucus.org. The websites for other states should be up by the end of October 2010. We welcome members from all states!


Look forward to hearing from you and even seeing you at the April 9th – 10th NRAAC Conference. Our theme: Setting the Republican Agenda to Include People of Color.

In His Service,

Dr. Jean Howard-Hill, Nat’l Chair
NRAAC
423-702-5622
http://www.blackpreachingnetwork.com/profile/DrJeanHowardHill
http://www.nraacaucus.org
At 5:49am on September 3, 2009, orla david tsadok said…
hello man or woman of GOD



It is with great joy that I write in order to work with you in the work of God and business as well as tips for success al work of God that is a dire realize God's plan for my life and if possible invite you in my country for avenssement the work of God. if yes for this collaboration I want your e-mail you write and your messangeur.

THAT JESUS CHRIST bless you

I'm david Zadok the cote d ivoire ministry and the prophetic call for spiritual awakening in the nation ...
At 4:25am on August 17, 2009, Bishop Amos W. Tarpeh, Jr said…
Thanks for being a friend bishop. I appreciate your friendship. I look forward to growing this relationship with you.
At 7:51pm on July 8, 2009, Bishop Derrick D Hunter Sr D.D. said…
all is well give me a call when u can God Bless
At 5:31pm on June 30, 2009, Minister Paul Youngblood said…
Doc....I like that bus...I used to supervise a crew that did detailing on those...that's the lick there doc when you on the road
At 6:30am on June 28, 2009, Dr. Alicia Gilmore said…
Hello Bishop the Gospel Explosion will be July 17-19, 2009. Quartets and Small groups will be performing and giving praises to God on Friday, July 17th. The doors open at 5p.m. and the program begins at 7p.m. Please feel free and visit my ministry website at: www.DavisHillWordOfTruth.com or contact me via my yahoo email: PastorAliciaGilmore@yahoo.com and we can talk further...Thank you for the prompt reply...Even if you can't make it this time I'm certainly looking forward to the fellowship in the future...Be blessed!
At 12:35am on June 27, 2009, PASTOR ELAINE SMOTHERS said…
BLESS U BISHOP AND THANK U. I TO LOOK FORWARD TO THE FELLOWSHIP.

KINGDOM BLESSINGS
PASTOR E.
At 4:24pm on June 26, 2009, APOSTLE JOSEPH MCHENRY JR. said…
323-338-0995 APOSTLE MCHENRYLET CONNECT AND DO MINISTRY/
At 3:20am on May 30, 2009, Alex said…
Friend, does your church have an e-mail where I can send my prayer requests to? I really need prayer support right now.
At 3:51pm on May 24, 2009, Apostle Darryl Jerome Watson said…
VISION SUNDAY
At 9:31pm on May 23, 2009, Alex said…
Friend, does your church have an e-mail where I can send my prayer requests to? I really need prayer support right now.
At 3:43pm on April 21, 2009, Minister Kevin U Hines said…
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At 9:17am on April 21, 2009, duvonne patterson said…
At 6:26pm on March 28, 2009, Minister Paul Youngblood said…
Doc...I looked at one of your photos...you got more equipment than most music stores.........prayin for you my brother
At 7:49pm on March 4, 2009, Apostle Bonnie Sapp said…

At 2:28am on January 22, 2009, Apostle T.L. Jackson-Smith said…
Bless you Bishop,
Yes sir I did do that, looking to come back to ft.myers to do some more fellowship
At 4:12pm on January 3, 2009, Senior Apostle Cauline [ETAMA] said…
Just dropping by with 2009 blessings and to make your acquaintance!
At 9:07pm on December 31, 2008, APOSTLE DR. PRINCE NNAMS said…
NEW YEAR MESSAGE!
Assuredly, seeing today means you have been favoured by God and He promised to grant you and your family all that your hearts longed for. Happy Healthy and wealthy New Year.When a man's way s are pleasing to the Lord, He will make even his enemies live at peace with him. Proverbs 16:7
bishopnnams@yahoo.com, website:http://greatachieversministries.tripod.com/

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