Roberts Liardon, author, public speaker, spiritual leader, church historian and humanitarian was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the first male child born at Oral Roberts University. For this distinction he was named in honour of the University Founder. Thus, from the start of his life Roberts was destined to be one of the most well-known Christian Authors and Orators of the 20th century. To date he has sold over 7,000,000 books worldwide which have been translated in more than 50 languages and is known internationally, having ministered in over 112 countries.

An author of 54 books that continue to bless the body of Christ, Roberts continues to have a voice that speaks to this generation of believers and at the same time reaches out to those that are eager to read a relevant message that draws the heart closer to God.

Roberts career in ministry began at a young age, when in 1979, he gave his first Public address at the age of thirteen. Then at seventeen he published his first book, “I Saw Heaven” which catapulted him into the public eye. The book sold over 1.5 million copies and by the following year Roberts had become one of the leading public speakers in the Christian community all over the world.

God inspired Roberts shortly after the publication of “I Saw Heaven” to write and produce a book and video series entitled God’s Generals, which chronicled the lives of some of our leading Pentecostal/Charismatic leaders. It was an immediate success and became one of the best-selling Christian Video series in history and established Roberts as a leading Protestant church historian, a mantle he still wears to this day.

Roberts notability increased outside Christendom as well. Twice he was voted as Outstanding Young Man in America. His popularity prompted international travel to be hosted by presidents, kings, leading political and religious leaders. Dignitaries the world over respect and admire the work and character of Roberts Liardon. His introductions include meeting with Former President Ronald Regan, Former Prime Minister Lady Margaret Thatcher, and Dr Billy Graham. Plus, he has received letters of commendation and honour from many others he has not met personally, including a letter from President George and Laura Bush honouring him for his commitment and contribution to improve the quality of life in his community.

In 1990 at the age of 25, Roberts Liardon moved to Southern California and established his worldwide headquarters in Orange County. Here he founded one of the largest Christian Churches and Bible Colleges in Orange County. Embassy Christian Center would become a base for his Apostolic work that would include assistance to the poor and needy, not only in Southern California, but throughout the world. From his ministry he established, financed and sent forth close to 500 men and women to various nations on the globe. Over the years these humanitarian missionary teams have provided food, clothing, spiritual teachings, expertise and assistance to those in need.

Since the beginning of the millennium Roberts has continued to fulfil a demanding speaking schedule along with writing new books and mentoring a new generation of world leaders to effect change for the church and society. He continues to manage and expand his international headquarters in Sarasota, Florida and has an extension office in London, England.

Reverend Willie J. Thompson, Jr. affectionately known as Pastor Willie was born and raised in Columbia, South Carolina. In 1997, Reverend Thompson acknowledged and accepted the call to ministry. He was licensed in 1999 and ordained in 2002.

Reverend Thompson received his Baccalaureate Degree in Religion and Philosophy from Benedict College in Columbia, South Carolina and Masters of Divinity Degree from Howard University in Washington, D.C. In 2013, the Board of Trustees of the School of the Great Commission with endorsements from the Georgia Bible Institute and the Triune Professional Association of Richmond Virginia conferred upon Reverend Willie J. Thompson the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Divinity. Reverend Thompson also received his Ph.D. in Sociology at Howard University in 2015.

Pastor Thompson has a dynamic preaching and teaching ministry and is passionate about the Cause of Christ, consumed with seeing people come into relationship with Jesus and committed to championing the cause of the global church, through evangelism, discipleship and worship. His relevant presentation of the Gospel will inspire and motive you to be all God has called you to be. From his initial arrival serving as Senior Pastor, at Morning Star many converts have been led to Christ.

Pastor Thompson has been dubbed a present-day David because of his zealous passion for true praise and worship. He is an anointed leader who has become a man after God's own heart. Pastor Thompson attributes his earthly success to his many God-given spiritual fathers and mothers. His heart and passion is to build real, open and honest relationships reaching people, by any means necessary, with the life changing truth found in Jesus Christ. To this end, he travels worldwide, ministering the liberating word of God. To God Be The Glory for his accomplishments and continued perseverance.

Born and raised in Miami, FL to Reverend W.S. Curtis and Mrs. Darlene Curtis and having been the fourth of seven children, Maranda quickly found singing to be a source of comfort, not just for herself but for all that would hear her. She was often complimented for having such a crystal clear quality with a tone that was both mellow and melodic. She started out singing before family and friends at the age of two years old. It wasn’t long afterwards that everyone knew God was going to do something magnificent with her vocal gift.

After relocating from Miami to the outer perimeters of Atlanta, GA in Zebulon, Georgia at the age of 12, later by the age of 19, it was clearly evident that Maranda developed a love for all types of music including traditional Gospel and the quartet sound. In the summer of 2003, Maranda caught the attention of musical genius, Pastor John P. Kee, when she performed on the new artist showcase at Kee’s Victory in Praise conference in Charlotte, NC. This performance afforded Maranda the opportunity to be recorded singing “Great is our God” on the Victory in Praise CD, written & produced by Pastor John P. Kee. Since then she has been featured on several other projects that he has produced. In line with the will of God, Maranda recorded her debut album May 2010.

For nearly five years Maranda served as worship leader at New Life Fellowship Center in Charlotte, NC where John P. Kee is Senior Pastor as well as ministered at conferences, workshops, concerts and touring with the New Life Community Choir. She now serves as worship leader at the House of Hope Atlanta where Dr. E. Dewey Smith is Senior Pastor. She just completed her live recording “Willis-Paulk Live” in Atlanta, GA on July 31st and it is greatly anticipated.

On June 26, 2010 God blessed her to marry the gifted and anointed prophetic preacher & teacher, Jamil Willis. Together, they look forward to leading God’s people. Maranda, affectionately described as Gospel’s greatly anticipated psalmist, has been called, anointed and released into God’s Kingdom for such a time as this. They that have ears shall hear what the Spirit says through His vessel, Maranda C. Willis.

Abraham Ogunlade, better known by his stage name Abraham, is a multi-talented songwriter, musician and soulful jazz artist based in Atlanta GA. His love for music has been heavily influenced by gospel, growing up in the church environment in Nigeria, and performing alongside gifted musicians worldwide.

Abraham has received many blessings. He has had the opportunity of gracing the stage of the famous Apollo Theatre. He has captured media attention with stellar appearances including a recent performance on New York’s Fox Five morning program. He has ministered at several mega churches across the United States while sharing stages with great ministers such as Martha Munizzi, Neville Peters, Duawne Starling, Isreal & New Breed. Abraham continues to serenade local communities at numerous high profile events, both in the social and corporate environments. While playing his melodic saxophone, Abraham leaves an indelible impression on the hearts of people, wherever he performs.

Bishop Joseph N. Williams was born in Brooklyn, New York, the fourth son of his father and mother the late Bishop John C. Williams and Dr. Kathryn J. Williams. With roots from Azusa Street Revival of the early 1900’s through his great grandmother, “young Joseph” gave his life to Christ, was bap¬tized and filled with the Holy Ghost as his destiny in God began to unfold. Growing up in the Pentecostal experience, his tenure in the church includes youth worker, altar worker, teacher and musician.

On October 7, 1972 he married the lovely Carolyn Y. Brown, indeed a helpmate and spiritual partner in the work of the Lord with whom he shares his vision and zest for life. This young woman, saved early in life, brought a rich background of church work and unselfishly continues to use her administrative and counseling skills in support of this ministry. In 1974 and 1980 they were blessed with the births of Joseph and Carla along with two active growing grandchildren, Destini and Christopher.

A graduate of the Public School System of New York City, a Viet Nam Era Veteran (U.S. Army), the bishop attended liberal arts, business and theological colleges along with several specialized training programs across the United States earning a B.A. in Economics from Brooklyn College, Accounting from The University of Maryland, certification from the American Institute of Banking, Masters Degrees in Religious Education and Theology, Doctorates in Divinity and Sacred Theology. He was ordained into the Ministry in 1975, served as assistant Pastor and released by Bishop Ronald H. Carter as Founder and Senior Pastor of Apostolic Faith Assembly, Inc., in 1984, in Jamaica, NY.

After a successful career in finance and economics with Exxon (now Exxon-Mobil), the former Manufacturers Hanover Trust and Chase Manhattan Bank (now J.P, Morgan Chase) among others, he is using his theological training and professional experience to advance the Kingdom of God. Bishop Joseph N. Williams was consecrated to the Episcopacy in June of 1995. Now in the thirteenth year of his Episcopacy, Bishop Williams and the Christ Church family is an international one. He has carried this passionate message of Christ’s saving power across the globe to Europe, Africa, Israel, Canada and the Caribbean in addition to ministering as an oracle of God throughout the United States. He is known for his wisdom and those unforgettable messages of God’s amazing grace!

This humble beginning started in the home of the later Minister Cleveland and Sis. Bernice Gibbs. The ministry quickly grew and was blessed by God. The congregation was able to share a building on Sunday afternoons for a brief time, and soon after found a storefront at 108-26 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard., Jamaica, NY. With much prayer and cooperation by everyone we were blessed to purchase and renovate a former community center at 169-29 144th Road, Springfield Gardens, NY. God has surely proven Himself again and again. These truths are evident in the purchase of the current property of 23,000 square feet, which houses the worship center with rental property. Adjacent land was purchased for the future temple and administrative building.

This visionary, who loves “pushing people to their spiritual purpose,” established the Berean Bible Institute and school of Ministry twenty years ago to train, mentor and send forth Sons and Daughters to do the work of the ministry. The Christ Church International, Incorporated has extended itself to include Outreach Team (prison, hospital, outdoor ministry); Children’s Ministry, Food Share Program; and Social Action Activities. Pastors, evangelists and ministry workers have been and continue to be birthed, and spiritually prepared with release for the Kingdom expansion.

Evangelist Juliette McGhee, the eldest daughter of Pastor Willie and District Missionary Jannie McGhee, is a member of the King’s Chapel Church Of God In Christ, Southampton N.Y, where the Pastor is Bishop Frank Anthone White. Juliette started singing from the time she was able to speak. She sang on the choir in the church in which she grew up in, Bethlehem Church of God in Christ. She has also ministered in song with the well known gospel group, David Gates and Love, Peace and Joy. From this assignment, Juliette began to branch out, performing in plays and singing back up for R&B artists Mariah Carey, Faith Evans and Kelly Price. Juliette has also been favored and blessed to minister in song in Tortola, British Virgin Islands.

Although her gift has been requested in other places, Juliette has chosen to be a blessing to her local church and state. She currently serves as the President of the State Shekinah Choir of the Third Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction where the Bishop Frank Otha White is Presiding Bishop.

Juliette attended and graduated from the O.M. Kelly Bible institute in Freeport Long Island, NY. Uniquely gifted to declare the spoken Word of God, a rare jewel, and fashioned by the Master’s hands, God-ordained, Evangelist Juliette McGhee is the object of an evangelist at work and making full proof of the ministry with a Christ-centered heart.

She sets the atmosphere of worship wherever she goes. Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee, thus will I bless thee while I live, I will lift up my hands in thy name. Psalm 63:1-4 “I will walk with God’s glory in my mouth, giving God continuous praise wherever I go”, says Evangelist Juliette McGhee.