Episodes

  • Episode 115 – Montell Jordan

    Episode 115 – Montell Jordan
    Sep 10 2023
    History:The Billboard Top Ten Songs chart for 1995 contains the following names: Coolio, TLC, Seal, Boyz II Men, Mariah Carey, Madonna, and a man named Montell Jordan. This Is How We Do It was a breakout new jack-swing song that topped the Hot 100 for seven weeks and R&B charts for eight. Jordan, tall and handsome with a silky-smooth voice, established himself as a powerful presence in music, brimming with talent, savvy, and charm. Over his nearly twenty-year career in music, Jordan has released seven studio albums, and fourteen singles, and is a Grammy-nominated artist, selling more than 10 million records worldwide. Origins:From South Central Los Angeles to Pepperdine University in Malibu, Montell was on course to attend law school when a professor said one of his biggest regrets was missing the chance to pursue music. In a flash, Montell recognized that if he was ever going to take a shot at music, he needed to do it then. He put together a demo, which eventually landed in the hands of Def Jam Records and Russell Simmons. This Is How We Do It took off, and his first of many number-one singles was born. Following years of awards, achievements, and accolades that never seemed to satisfy, Montell learned that without music, he’s a husband, a dad, and a friend. He stepped away from the music business for many years in search of significance over success. “I had to learn who Montell was outside of music to determine that I make music and music doesn’t make me.” In that time away, Montell was able to reevaluate his priorities and ultimately find his passion. This was found as he connected with his childhood faith. Ministry:Montell began to realize the difference between gifting and calling. He was gifted with music, but he was called to minister. Speaking, teaching, mentoring, counseling, and writing are some of the many ways Jordan is fulfilling his purpose in ministry today. Jordan now does music again as he has determined both what he is gifted to do and what he is purposed to do and allowed those worlds to meet. Montell served more than 14,000 people from 140 nations around the world each weekend for the last decade as an executive pastor of music, marriage, and men’s ministry at Victory World Church in Norcross, GA. He continues to redefine sound through Victory, an ideal place that builds families transforms communities, reconciles cultures, and impacts nations. In his musical past, Montell had already shown an ability to stretch boundaries of genre and style and uses this same ability to influence, impact, and inspire today. Jordan’s musical achievements are still recognized worldwide, and he and his wife of 20+ years, Kristin Jordan released a marriage book in October 2017 titled, “Marriage Masterpeace Inc! Making Your Marriage A Masterpeace.” Jordan released his autobiography, “Becoming Unfamous” during the summer of 2016. Montell brings the word of God and personal experience from the music business to provide a practical and applicable understanding of music and worship to light. He still tours on occasion to bring the love of Christ outside the four walls of the church to concert venues all over the world. Montell and Kristin is now a marriage missionary and has founded Marriage Masterpeace Inc., a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that seeks to help marriages all around the world by helping men and women reconcile with God and then to each other in efforts to eradicate divorce by taking the option off the table. Music:Montell Jordan’s latest single, “When I’m Around You” feat. Grammy award-winning rap artist Lecrae is his first R&B song in nearly ten years! The new song is available NOW on all digital platforms and is currently charting on Urban AC radio! The single is modern R&B with a soulful relevancy easily identifiable as classic Montell Jordan. This new song and album are created to be the soundtrack for married couples (and those who desire to be married) by assisting them in keeping passion alive in their re...
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    43 mins
  • Demetrius Daniels

    Demetrius Daniels
    Aug 28 2023
    Demetrius Daniels was born on October 8, 1975, in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was raised in a family that deeply valued music, with his parents, Stanley Daniels and Juanita Hayes, being deeply rooted in gospel music. Demetrius, along with his two younger brothers, grew up attending Church of the First Born Saints, which was their family's home church. Demetrius was a natural singer and joined his church's children's and adult choir, performing many solos. During high school, Demetrius pursued his passion for music and became a member of a group called Dos of Soul, which later signed with Def Jam Records. The group's talent was showcased on the Nutty Professor soundtrack, where they were featured, and they also shot a music video and performed live on BET's Video Soul with Donnie Simpson. He worked with gospel artist Rodney Bryant, Yet Unseen, Kelly Price, Corey Rooney, Prince Markie D (from the Fat Boys), Lyon Cohen, Max Sigel, and Russell Simmons due to his singing and writing skills. He shared the stage with Case, Foxy Brown, Mary J. Blige, and many others. Demetrius' story continues. He is working back in the studio and will have new music soon. If you would like to be on Worldly Church Girl The Podcast or Live, click on the following hyperlink… HOW DO I GET ON WCG?
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    45 mins
  • CJ Warfield

    CJ Warfield
    Aug 7 2023
    Music has always been a part of CJ Warfield's life. His family consists of singers, musicians, producers, and songwriters. His parents exposed him and his siblings to genres from Gospel, Classical, Soul, R&B, Jazz, Funk, and Neo-Soul. He even got into Hip-Hop after listening to OutKast's Jazzy Bells. CJ's love for music flourished after hearing Stevie Wonder's "In The Key Of Life," leading him to love playing the piano at 15 years old. Today he is a band member of the group, Be On It, and he plays the keyboard, produces, arranges, and composes the music with other group members. He has had the pleasure of working and sharing the stage with notable artists such as PJ Morton, Jeremih, Chantae Cann, Bashiri Asad, Kenny Garmon, L. LeBron Wilson, Demetrius West, Le'Andria Johnson, and Phil Carroll. He's opened for Moonchild, Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Jonathan Nelson, and Fred Hammond. His inspirations and influences are Stevie Wonder, Robert Glasper, Daniel Moore II, Jay-Z, Kendrick Lamar, Earth Wind and Fire, Mint Condition, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Tye Tribbett, Donald Lawrence, D'Angelo, Cory Henry, OutKast, The Beatles, Kevin Bond, Jesse Thompson, The Doobie Brothers, Fred Hammond, Kirk Franklin, John Legend, and countless others. In July 2016, Be On It released their first album, Rundown, and has followed up with three more… The Way We Are, Breakout, and Perspective, the EP. You can listen to BE.On.It is on your favorite streaming platform. You can reach CJ on all social media…Facebook: CJ WarfieldTwitter: @CJWarfieldInstagram: @CJWarfield23Snapchat: cwarfield23
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    31 mins
  • Pastor Lena L. Middleton

    Pastor Lena L. Middleton
    Apr 3 2023
    Pastor Lena L. Middleton has been married to Eric for over 23 years. They have two children, Erica (23, University of Cincinnati) and Lawrence (22, Tuskegee University). Lena earned her B.S. in Organizational Leadership and her M.A. in Applied Sociology. With a passion for higher education, Lena spent several years as a leader in collegiate Student Affairs and teaching as an adjunct faculty member for local Indiana colleges. She also spent several years matriculating through the Higher Education Administration Doctoral program before accepting God’s call to leave the formal education setting and serve in healthcare. As a result of that calling, Lena joined senior leadership ranks for a healthcare organization whose focus was caring for the senior citizens of Indianapolis. Lena led and was charged with launching multiple clinical sites in the Indianapolis region. The opportunities helped to shape Lena’s view on leadership. She was the first African American female to serve in senior leadership within the country-wide organization. Lena is a licensed and ordained minister who was called to plant and pastor New Spiritual Life Christian Church, where she is committed to preaching, teaching, and following the Great Commission. With a community focus, Lena has fostered partnerships with other local pastors in events such as the Christian Debutante Cotillion, Youth Bible Institute, Peace Walks, 12 for 2 Preaching Explosion, and more. She has recently served on non-profit boards such as College Mentor for Kids, National Student Services Association, and the Northeast Corridor Faith Based Consortium Chair. Lena continues to work passionately through ministry in New Spiritual Life. However, she and her husband Eric’s entrepreneurial efforts do not end with the church house. They are also one of few African American couples in Indianapolis to own and operate a thriving semi-trucking and real estate firm. Lena’s overall goal with these various platforms is to set a touchable example as she and Eric work to help other families design their roadmap to success. Pastor Middleton Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/lena.wallacemiddleton Live Interview Link https://youtu.be/zr29ZfoRCg8 To learn more about WCG go to www.worldlychurchgirl.com
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    45 mins
  • Bishop Matthew E Bradby II

    Bishop Matthew E Bradby II
    Mar 20 2023
    Bishop Matthew E. Bradby, II is an author, global evangelist, pastor, community advocate,motivational speaker, and the founder and establisher of M.E. Bradby 2 Ministries.Born May 30, 1971, and raised in historic Baltimore, MD, Bishop Bradby knows what failure and mistakes are as he transparently shares his life and experiences! A graduate of Northwestern Senior High and United Baptist College & Seminary in Baltimore, MD, Bishop Bradby is a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving from August 8, 1988, to October 1996 with service during both Operation Desert Storm and Operation Desert Shield.In 2015, Bishop Bradby authored the popular book: Grieve Easy, The Pain, The Power and TheProcess of Failed Relationships From Hurt to Wholeness. It is a powerful book needed for those who are going through bad relationships, infidelity, divorce, and recovery.Today Bishop Bradby comes engaging his community with outreach programs, a youth mentorship/football program, The Baltimore Football Academy Inc. Wolfpack, and a Marriage Couples Ministry with his wife, Candice Bradby created to teach the meaning to couples before marriage, mentor and coach couples currently married, and help reconcile marriages in trouble. Along with his wife, Bishop Bradby hosts a podcast called The Bradbys, dedicated to all things dealing with relationships, marriage, and more. Bishop Bradby Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/iammebradby2Live Interview Link https://youtu.be/2Kp3F7uFbQETo learn more about WCG go to www.worldlychurchgirl.com
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    53 mins
  • Episode 110 – Alicia Renee’ Roberts

    Episode 110 – Alicia Renee’ Roberts
    Mar 6 2023
    The founder of The Confident Lily and a Certified Life Coach, Alicia Renee' Roberts, is passionate and committed to helping women break through barriers and build self-confidence. She believes every woman can overcome, achieve greatness, and live out their dreams.Alicia Renee' Roberts has had her share of challenges that caused her not to live up to her worth. She's felt inadequate, timid, unheard, and downright depressed. However, her faith in God would not allow her to remain down for long. She began to work on herself and realized that she was limiting the greatness within herself. Being an ambitious person, she knew she could not settle for mediocracy. She was fortunate to have a great example of a successful, courageous, confident, God-fearing woman in my life to mirror - her mother, Lillie. As her faith and self-confidence increased, she realized her purpose - to encourage and inspire other women to become the best versions of themselves they can be. She wants to be there for other women. Together we can build a community of bold, confident, goal-driven women of purpose, women of God.She is a PK (Preacher's Kid) who has lived a robust life. From being a mother and overcoming relationship trauma, to being a corporate professional and mentor, she has experienced it all! Like many of you, she is a multi-faceted woman on the go who could use some inspiration and faith-based, yet practical, tools to make it through life.Alicia Renee Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/AliciaSeawoodLive Interview Link https://youtu.be/U_lkcc5OXScTo learn more about WCG go to www.worldlychurchgirl.com
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    40 mins
  • Russ Shanks

    Russ Shanks
    Feb 20 2023
    Divinely raised in the streets of South Baltimore, MD, Russ Shanks blends a classic street style with the message of a Disciple. His edgy and aggressive style is the key factor to his continued growth and stage presence, which captures his audience’s attention from the introduction to the final performance. Through his diligence, Russ Shanks has been awarded a few accolades to his credit: the Newsome Award for “Best Hip-Hop Vocalist” (2009 & 2010), D.M.V. Christian Music Award for “Male Holy Hip-Hop Artist of the Year” (2013), Kindred Award for “Best Hip-Hop Artist of the Year” (2016), Akademia Award for “Best Song” (2018) and D.M.V. Hip-Hop Awards for “Best Lyricist” and “Best Video” (2018). Multiple nominations include: D.M.V. Christian Music Award nominee for “Best Hip-Hop Male Artist” (2012), Crunk 4 Christ Nominee for “Best Music Video,” “Best Album,” “Best Hip-Hop Artist” (2014), and Prayze Factor award nominee for “Best Urban and Contemporary Gospel Artist,” “Best Holy Hip-Hop Solo Artist,” “Best Holy Hip-Hop Artist with features,” “Writer of the Year,” and “Best Music Video” (2014). Other career highlights include a noteworthy performance at the New Life Victory Center in Charlotte, NC, at the V.I.P. Victory in Praise Conference (2014) hosted by gospel legend John P. Kee, performing alongside Da T.R.U.T.H. and The Reach Movement on the I Am God’s Fav Tour in Baltimore, Md (2016) and sharing the stage with CHH heavyweights like Bizzle, Dee Black, and Canton Jones at the Harvest Jam in Olney, MD (2017). Russ Shanks released his latest project entitled “PALINDROME” in March of 2021, and it is evident by the reviews that his evolution is far from over. Russ Shanks is engaged in bridging gaps, reaching more souls for Christ, and addressing social issues that plague his community. His award-winning single “Under Privilege.” (2018) is a testament to his boldness in speaking out against injustices everywhere. The streets and the Christian community are watching Russ Shanks, and he encourages them to catch ahold of his message. Russ Shanks Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/russ.shanks.5 Live Interview Link https://youtu.be/2LO8DFh7aYk To learn more about WCG go to www.worldlychurchgirl.com
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    39 mins
  • Jose GO YE Maldonado

    Jose GO YE Maldonado
    Feb 6 2023
    Jose GO YE Maldonado is an award-winning Christian artist. Born in NYC, he was always surrounded by music. His Father played in Latin Salsa bands. He grew up listening to salsa greats like, Tito Puentes and Fania All-Stars. Jose was a Hip Hop Breakdancer in the early '80s. A couple of his favorite hip-hop artists were Big Daddy and KRS One. In 1990, in Germany, he gave his life to Christ while serving in the U.S. Army. He remembered his love of hip-hop and began writing and doing gospel rap ministry in 2018. His first project (self-titled) Go Ye Mark 16:15 debuted in September of 2020. Since then, he has dropped over 10 singles and featured in over a dozen collaborations worldwide. Signing with artist Russ Shanks of Madd Saint Entertainment Records out of Baltimore, Maryland. He is now a father of five and married to Minister Sonja Maldonado of 13 years. He loves doing outreach ministry, touching the lives of the lost with his personal testimony. Go Ye Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/GOYE.maldonado Live Interview Link https://youtu.be/94bqNVjRipg To learn more about WCG go to www.worldlychurchgirl.com
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    42 mins