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Motivational Inspirational Thought-Provoking Vera Cornish, as a speaker, has an uncanny ability to capture the attention of her audience and to instantly create a high-energy, interactive experience. Vera’s life journey allows her to engage with people on many levels. Her messages are an excellent fit for businesses, campuses, and communities.
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Designer Jerome Lamaar has been a fashion guru for more than a decade. Graduating from the accredited Fashion Institute of Technology, Jerome was heavily sought after by top design houses. He quickly landed a design position for Baby Phat, after interning with the company when he was 15. It did not take long for him to become the lead designer for the company by his early 20’s. During that time, Jerome continued to provide consultation to top stylists including June Ambrose and has outfitted dress notable celebrities such as Mariah Carey. Over the last two years, Jerome has been dedicated to growing his own line – 5:31 Jerome. Born out of passion and love for dressing tailored women, Jerome continues to be a heavy hitter during the New York Fashion Week seasons.
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Simple, Convenient Care When It’s Not an Emergency When medical issues occur at inconvenient times, the PinnacleHealth FastCare Clinics are here for you when you need quality care— without an appointment. Now available at the Giant Food Store in Camp Hill and coming soon to the Enola store, the PinnacleHealth FastCare Clinics will help with minor ailments and injuries seven days a week. FastCare Clinics also offer evening and weekend hours. PinnacleHealth FastCare Clinic medical providers can treat a wide range of minor ailments including colds and flu, ear infections, minor burns and rashes, sinus infections and sore throats. These clinics also offer rapid Strep tests, sports physicals, TB skin tests, urine pregnancy tests and urinalysis, in addition to immunizations and screenings. Plus, they’ll keep you connected to the trusted doctors at PinnacleHealth for any additional care you need. Most insurances are accepted, as are cash, check, VISA, MasterCard and Discover. If you have insurance, the clinics will bill your insurance company for covered services. Patients without insurance pay a flat fee. For routine, non-emergency care, the PinnacleHealth FastCare Clinics keep things simple and convenient for you. To learn more go to pinnaclehealth.org/fastcare.
HOT PICK The Alexis P. Suter Band Launches F.M. Kirby Center Chandelier Series International recording artists, The Alexis P. Suter Band (APSB), is a powerful and unique five-piece ensemble fronted by a vocalist who transcends styles and genres. When the great Bluesman B.B. King first heard Alexis P. Suter sing, he was visibly impressed and said so after her opening set for him at B.B. Kings NYC. Shaking his head in wonder in his characteristic way, he remarked, “It’s a rare thing to share the stage with great talent like that young lady.”
guest openers for The Levon Helm Band, they played to sold-out audiences at the Beacon Theater, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, The Paramount Theatre in Asbury Park, NJ, and Central Park’s Summerstage.
Since then, APSB has been in high demand at North American Roots and Blues festivals, venues and events including, The 50th Annual Philadelphia Folk Festival, Bluestock, Musikfest, Beale Street Music Festival, Mont Tremblant Music Festival, Cincinnati Blues Festival, FloydFest, Pennsylvania Blues Fest, Daytona Blues Fest, Kitchener Blues Festival, Briggs Farm Blues Festival, Pocono Blues Festival, Vermont Blues Festival, Salmon Arm Roots and Blues The APSB has earned similar accolades from other well-known musicians and performers, including Dan Festival, Columbia Blues Festival, Tampa Bay Blues Fest and many, many more. Aykroyd and the late, great Levon Helm. Alexis was nominated for Best Soul Blues Female Artist at the 33rd Annual Blues Music Awards held in Memphis, Tennessee. The Alexis P. Suter Band has A true vocal phenomenon and bass/baritone contributed a song to the Songs After Sandy (songsaftersandy.com) project and powerhouse, Suter and her band began wowing Restore Red Hook. This is a 3 CD compilation of some of the biggest artists in audiences in the northeast as regular performers at Levon Helm’s Midnight Ramble Sessions in Woodstock, music today. APSB is proud and honored to be on the Second Volume along NY. “She is one of those wonderful spirits; she’s got her with Sir Paul McCartney and Dave Stewart (Eurythmics) with their song “In the City.” arms around you. You can feel that,” Helm once said. “All Over Again” from their release “Two Sides” was named NPR’s Song of the The Alexis P. Suter Band opened the show at The Mid- Day. A long awaited compilation for Alexis and the band is due this fall on night Ramble in Woodstock, NY, over 90 times. As special Hipbone Records. 6 Urban Connection November/ December 2014
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Political Powerhouse and Entrepreneur Renee Amoore Knows What it takes to make a Difference At an early age, Renee Amoore knew that change was needed; little did she know that she would be a prominent force behind it. As a young African American girl in a predominately white community, Amoore found herself teased, bullied and torn down. But, rather than give in to such torments, she fought back with her unique brand of tenacious fire, transforming herself into a registered nurse, budding entrepreneur, healthcare advocate, political livewire, and community champion. How did a woman make such a profound journey, you might ask? Well, Amoore attributes her strength, passion, and support to her family. Her mother, Juanita Ramsey was instrumental in the Republican Party for decades within the African American communities in Bryn Mawr and Haverford. But, despite this politically charged lineage that inspired her to become the caring and community driven woman she is today, the impetus for Amoore’s personal involvement in politics stemmed not from her mother, but rather from her daughter, Cherie. Having just moved to Upper Merion Township, Cherie was just entering elementary school when she was readying herself for her bus trip to school, only to have been taken back and called by a racial slur. To address this issue and its underlying meaning, Amoore successfully ran for a seat on the Township School Board to ensure that a positive difference could be made. As Amoore settled into the early stages of her emerging political career, a twist of fate began to appear on the horizon. Attending a young republican fundraiser one night, Amoore was brought into contact with then Congressman, and future Pennsylvania Governor, Tom Ridge. Finding it difficult to contain her enthusiasm and excitement, Amoore shared her concerns regarding the Republican Party and how it related to various minority groups. And, from that moment, her fate was sealed as she emerged as a key political ally and soon-to-be-only African American Deputy Chair of a state Republican Party. (Continued on page 14) 8 Urban Connection November/ December 2014
Reizdan B. Moore Reizdan B. Moore, an outstanding and accomplished attorney, has recently commenced the private practice of law in Harrisburg, Pa. He concentrates his practice on matters involving legislative affairs, employment, contracts, election law, and representation of client interests before Pennsylvania agencies, authorities and commissions. Moore is the first African American to serve as Parliamentarian of the House of Representatives in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. During his four years of service in that position, he assisted both Democratic and Republican speakers as an advisor on the proper conduct of meetings from the floor of the House of Representatives. In addition, Moore has served for more than 29 years as a senior counsel or chief counsel to seven speakers and leaders of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Moore is a member of the National Association of Parliamentarians and the American Institute of Parliamentarians. In 2012, Moore served as Parliamentarian for the African Methodist Episcopal Church at their 8-day 49th Quadrennial Session of the General Conference in Nashville. Moore is the co-founder and treasure of the Central Pennsylvania Family of Leaders, a bi-partisan political action committee (PAC) that has assisted candidates in state-wide and federal elections. In the 1980s, Moore was elected to serve two consecutive four-year terms on the Harrisburg City Council, and was elected by council members to serve for six years as its president. During his tenure as president, Moore sheparded more than $750 Million in economic development and infrastructure improvement projects through city council. Moore is a graduate of Haverford College with a B.A. in Economics and J.D. degree from the University of Pennsylvania. Reizdan Moore can be reached in his Harrisburg office at 17 North Second Street, 16th Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17101; telephone 717-260-3059; email: rmoore419@comcast.net
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THE POLITICAL INSIDER Richard Utley is the publisher of the Central Pennsylvania Black Business Directory and Resource Guide. Richard is also a campaign manager, public relations consultant and PA state government “insider.” He represents and advocates for the interests of public and private organizations and companies before state and federal government, authorities and legislators. He serves as campaign manager for local and state-wide judicial and legislative candidates and is also a political consultant for national, state and local races. Richard provides image consulting to corporate and governmental entities. He is also an active member of the Board of Directors of Hamilton Health Center, the Harrisburg Rotary, Camp Curtin YMCA and the Superior Water Company. He serves on the United Way Impact Committee and the Pitt Varsity Club. Richard’s journey as an “insider” began when he graduated from Pitt in 1972 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and took a job with the PA Department of Transportation. He went between public and private sectors until 1984 when he established Utley Associates. In 1989, he returned to state government when he took a job as Director of Charitable Organizations with the Department of State. He oversaw the regulation of more than 11,000 charitable organizations and 200 professional solicitors and fundraisers operating in the Commonwealth. From 1994 to 1995, Richard served as the Commissioner of the Department of State’s Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs. He was appointed by the Governor and confirmed unanimously by the State Senate. Richard provided oversight and administrative support to 27 professional and occupational licensing boards and commissions in PA. Richard then had the opportunity to serve as the Lobbyist for Lincoln University of PA which provided him with the opportunity to build relationships with members of the business and education communities. (Continued on page 10) For more information visit:
Go for BIG changes
Five Tips for Shifting Priorities Have you thought about making a BIG change in your life? And after operating my publishing business for 30 years I am excited to let go and chase new dreams and options. In 1983, as I went around neighborhoods and met people in business - clothing store and restaurant owners, attorneys, doctors, barbers and beauticians…hardworking, dignified people pursuing their dreams and building their community, I was excited about my journey to collect stories and share information in variety of formats. In 30 years I’ve showcase that community pride by hosting events and publishing the stories first in a magazine RENASSANCE TOO, then including them in the Pittsburgh Black Directory and I published the first editions of the Harrisburg Black Directory and counseled others to rekindle the concept. My journey included publishing Renaissance News, a community newspaper and the Pittsburgh Women’s Yellow Pages. I still feel passionate about the intent of those projects and I am excited that as I transition to a BIG change another person has accepted the baton to publish the Pittsburgh Black Business Directory. In preparing to shift priorities, making certain that my plans are well thought out is key and I want to share questions consider when I make BIG changes: 1. Can I do this new thing alone – Being prepared to go it alone in business will make you less dependent and better equipped to be a strong leader and partner. 2. Do I have a written strategy – the end strategy comes from sifting through many pros and cons to draft a blueprint for the BIG change 3. What are my plans B and C – I enjoy having second and third options that are just as exciting as the plan I am pursuing. I view them as opportunities to keep moving forward if plan “A “ fizzles 4. Can I learn this new thing – Getting charged by the thought of discovering ways to make dreams work keep adrenalin flowing and seeing it as a plus will override the anxiety of failure. 5. How do not regret the BIG decision – Nothing is wasted every BIG leap broadens experiences and fuels Plan B, C or a complete turnabout! My BIG change of leaving one career path to elevated another comes at a time when I have expanded Sisters & Friends Getaway to Martha’s Vineyard to host 100 women in 2015. Totally committing to changing course can be refreshing. If you are making a BIG change, consider adding my five tips to make you journey smoother. Connie Portis, soon to be Former Publisher of the Pittsburgh Black Business Directory, and the current host of Sisters and Friends Getaway. www.pittburghblackbuisinesdirectory, www.sistersandfriends.com
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(Utley Continued from page 9) Richard joined the Department of the Auditor General in 1997 as Director of County Audits and was promoted to Deputy Auditor General for the Administration in 2003. He served in that role under two separately elected Auditor Generals, assisting the Chief Fiscal Watchdog of the Commonwealth with using audits to ensure that PA state money was spent legally and properly. Richard returned to the private sector in 2009 and began to look how he could fill the void in our community. The creation of the Central PA Black Business Directory was his first initiative in getting additional information out to the African American community. He has partnered with Orison Publishers, Inc. as he continues to develop and research other opportunities to fill these voids. Richard Utley is the founder, owner and operator of Utley Associates, located at 600 N. Second St., Suite 402, Harrisburg, PA 17101. The 2014/2015 Central PA Black Business Directory is available digitally at CentralPABlackDirectory.com. If your industry, organization, profession or company requires experienced professional or publishing services, contact Richard Utley at (717) 238-3677. 10 Urban Connection November/ December 2014
Need experienced legal representation? I CAN HELP. I’ve been working with the Harrisburg community for 30 years to make sure people have the professional legal counsel they deserve. Whether you’ve been injured in an accident and are seeking fair compensation or have a workers’ comp benefits issue you need resolved, let me put my experience to work for you. Call me and I will be glad to fight for you.
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Executive Chef Kevin Watson: Savoy Restaurant - Pittsburgh, PA
253 West 125th Street New York, NY 10027 (212) 531-5300 Apollo Music Café: Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse Featuring Stefon Harris and musicians from the New Orleans Jazz Institute Friday, November 7, 10 p.m. Stefon Harris whose passionate artistry, energetic stage presence, and astonishing virtuosity have propelled him to the forefront of the current Jazz scene, brings his New Orleans-style music to the Apollo soundstage. Apollo Theater Presents Irvin Mayfield, Jr. and the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra Featuring Irvin Mayfield, New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, and Aaron Neville Saturday, November 8, 8 p.m. One of the most important figures in the New Orleans’ Jazz scene—and the city’s Cultural Ambassador since 2003—Irvin Mayfield will curate a program that includes a main stage presentation with the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, Aaron Neville, and other New Orleans artists. Apollo Music Café: Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse Featuring Jon Batiste and musicians from the New Orleans Jazz Institute Saturday, November 8, 10 p.m. This New Orleans-style jam session will turn the Apollo’s soundstage into a full-fledged party featuring pianist, singer, songwriter, composer and descendant of New Orleans musical royalty Jon Batiste. Amateur Night at the Apollo - Super Top Dog Wednesday, November 26, 7:30 p.m. Get ready for the final showdown of the 2014 Amateur Night Season: Super Top Dog. The contestants competing in this Super Top Dog finale have won over the notoriously tough Apollo audience in three rounds of competitions to advance to this point. The winner will receive the title of Super Top Dog and a grand prize of $10,000. For more dates and information visit: www.urbanconnection.us
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Recognized as a premier restaurant in the Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania region, Kevin Watson considers it an honor to work as the executive chef and executive pastry chef at the Savoy Restaurant. “The only upscale Black owned restaurant of its kind in the region, it is good to be a part of its elegance and class,” he says. The recipient of many culinary awards, while growing up in Erie, Watson had a desire to be a teacher. After high school graduation he attended the Pennsylvania Culinary Institute and in 1999 joined the faculty and for 11 years served as an instructor at Le Cordon Bleu Institute, Pittsburgh campus. Throughout the years while enhancing his skills he has shared his passion in some of the country’s most well-known food locations including the Ritz Carlton Amelia Island, The Top of the Triangle, and The Sunny Lodge Hotel. Toting over 28 years of experience as an executive chef and executive pastry chef he has had the pleasure and honor of cooking for former President George W. Bush, top CEOs in the region, entertainers, and sports figures including Jerome Bettis and many of the former and current NFL Pittsburgh Steelers players. For the past six years he and a partner have operated Pittsburgh Premiere Catering, a personal chef service and catering company focusing on weddings, corporate and social events, private and personal affairs as well as performance and fitness chef services for professional athletes. They also conduct culinary classes. He identifies his style of cooking as American eclectic, placing a strong emphasis on food pairings while also pleasing the palate of his guests by preserving the essence of the food, as he categorizes as “staying out of the way of the flavor.” “I am careful not to manipulate fresh and premium ingredients but rather let the food stand on its own,” he describes.” To experience his culinary delights and the “Good Life of the Savoy,” he encourages visitors of Pittsburgh to stop by 2623 Penn Avenue to enjoy the Sunday Brunch, jazz on Mondays and the award-winning Happy Hours. The Savoy Restaurant – 412-281-0660, savoypgh.com For the recipe and more information visit: www.urbanconnection.us
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( Amoore Continued from page 8) With such political success in place, Amoore emerged into a world full of high-level professional contacts. Supported by this strong foundation, she decided to expound on her nursing and management background, and set off on her own, trusting her gut to see her through. And, it did as Amoore first ventured out in 1996 with the creation of Amoore Health Systems, Inc. (AHS), a company designed to contribute significantly to the improved delivery, service, and quality of healthcare in the United States. Then, in 1999, Amoore expanded her enterprise with the creation of 521 Management, Inc., which has grown to become one of Pennsylvania’s premier strategic communications firms providing services
related to government affairs, media and public relations, grassroots and community outreach, and corporate training. And, if that was not enough, that same year, Ramsey Educational Development Institute, Inc. (REDI) came on the scene. As a non-profit agency, REDI was designed to provide a variety of services to children and adults throughout the area, focusing on job readiness skills, social survival techniques, and early intervention services for children. With such breadth and diversification housed within her conglomerate, The Amoore Group, Amoore is known today as one of the most successful black entrepreneurs in the Philadelphia region, the state of Pennsylvania, and the country. But, as Amoore believes, with such success comes great responsibility: a responsibility to give back. A beacon in her community, she is involved in the
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Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber Executive Committee, the Dorys Erving Fit Youth Foundation, CMS, Women Against MS, Take the Lead Event Committee, Vision 2020, the Pennsylvania New Majority Council, and the RNC National African American Advisory Council, while also serving as a Drexel University Trustee, a member of Drexel University’s Executive Board, and the Chair of the Joint Board at Saints Memorial Baptist Church. With such passion and drive behind her, one thing is for certain: we have not seen the last of Amoore or her keen insight into politics, the economy, healthcare, and women’s issues, as she continues to break down barriers in her personal, professional, and political life.
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The Grace of Now Nancy Feth Life is a gift of grace. The sustaining, enriching, loving activity of grace is available to us moment by moment as unconditional love, through the precious breath we receive. Take a moment now to notice this gift. It’s that special time of year again. Preparations, decorations, gatherings – the holidays are upon us. Food, family, friends, gifts, memories, faith – once again we have the opportunity to give and receive. We can be channels of grace and love for one another as we remain present to the moment that is now, and sometimes it is hard. Acknowledging the truth that life is often challenging at this time of year is an understatement for those who are suffering in any way. Grief, loss, discouragement, disappointment from the past, and fear of the future often rob us of grace available now. And yet, now is the very special place where miracles happen. What if this year is different? What if we step into gratitude for this moment and remain open to the possibility that grace can move in our lives? What if we heighten our awareness of the presence of grace by being grace for one another? How might this season be different? In every moment, we begin again. Standing here now – present, open, and aware – we bring intentionality to our moments and create new realities. Trusting that grace is here now and can move through us to serve one another, we respond with gratitude and generosity. This is the grace of now. Be blessed. Nancy Feth is a professional coach and strategic catalyst, passionate about relationships. Her work with individuals, couples, businesses and teams has assisted each in developing relationships that are both authentic and intentional. Clients served range from international organizations to small-businesses and entrepreneurial ventures. Nancy and her partners recently launched Simply Grace, a women’s community designed to honor spiritual diversity and foster global kindness, compassion and love. www.facebook.com/pauseonpurpose
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Another Move
By Min J Kenneth Robinson
Sometimes in the game of chess your opponent can have you right where he wants you and it seems like all hope is gone. And for all intent and purposes your opponent has you in checkmate. But if your opponent is not careful he will miss the fact that you have another move. This is how Satan works. He puts you in situations that are very hard to escape, but God always has another move. When the children of Israel were freed from Egypt, Pharos changed his mind and went after them. But God always has another move because when Pharos’ army was close enough to strike, they were swallowed up by the Red Sea. God always has another move. The point I’m trying to make is that if you lose your job, don’t panic. If your spouse walks out on you and leaves you with all the responsibility and the burden of raising a family by yourself, don’t be troubled. God always has another move and your breakthrough is just a prayer away. Just remember, always keep the faith because it’s the faith that works Love you all.
unanswered for Too Long A Message of Overcoming Loss Written by, Kadeem Calhon
Sometimes the words aren’t said enough. Sometimes the moments don’t last long enough. Sometimes the questions go unanswered for too long. Sometimes all of this just leaves you empty, walking into an abyss, and you lose touch of that feeling of reality because without you it seems meek. I can’t pretend like it doesn’t bother me or pretend like I don’t understand, but I have for too long. I’m not looking for sympathy with this; I’m just looking for more options. I’ve tied a note to a balloon every year for your birthday with no reply. I’ve polluted streams and oceans with note-filled bottles with no reply. I have taken my words that I’ve written on paper into a flame just to blow the ashes your way, but nothing. So I come to Facebook, hoping that the Internet holds some divine ability to get this message to you because all I want you to know is that I love you, Dad, and I miss you. I miss you from my toes to my afro and I love you. I wish I could hug you like the oceans hug the earth. I wish I had another chance to mess up while you were here so I can be reminded of your love when you point me in the right direction. I wish that I could hear you say, “I love you,” again just so I can say it back. One day I hope to be half the man you were and leave impressions on the hearts of those who I love, just like you. So here is my note to you, and I hope you like this status, Dad. November/ December 2014 Urban Connection 17
your faith connection - 2014 church directory Harrisburg
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Elder C. Wayne Baxter Faith Chapel C.O.G.I.C. 1212 Edgemont Road Harrisburg PA 17109 Phone: (717)233-4247
Pastor Charlayne Henry Abundant Life Family Worship Center 575 3rd Street Pitcairn PA 15140 Phone: (412)251-4600
Reverend Gregory Robeson Smith Mother AME Zion Church 140-6 137th Street Manhattan NY 10030 Phone: (212)234-1545
Rev. Arthur Brown Tabernacle Baptist Church PO Box 10765 Harrisburg PA 17105 revalbrown@verizon.net Phone: (717)236-1774 Fax: (717)236-1799
Bishop Mckinley Young Bethel AME 2720 Webster Avenue Pittsburgh Pa 15219 Phone: (412)683-2160
Reverend Dr. Calvin O. Butts III Abyssinian Baptist Church 132 Odell Clark Place New York NY 10030 Phone: (212)862-7474
Rev. Les Y. Boone Hazelwood Presbyterian Church 5000 Second Avenue Pittsburgh PA 15207 Phone: (412)421-0947
Bishop Carlton T. Brown Bethel Gospel Assembly 2-26 East 120 Street New York NY 10035 Phone: (212)860-1510
Rev. Theodore E. Pugh, Sr Jerusalem Baptist Church 123 Steuben Street Pittsburgh PA 15224 Phone: (412)921-0822
Reverend Thomas D. Johnson Canaan Baptist Church of Christ 132 West 116th Street New York NY 10026 Phone: (212)865-6150
Overseer L.C. Carter King of Kings Baptist 5169 Broad Street Pittsburgh PA 15224 Phone: (412)661-3550
Reverend Jeffery M. Crenshaw Greater Tabernacle Baptist Church 340 Convent Avenue 144th Street New York NY 10031 Phone: (212)368-4754
Pastor Keith and Deborah Moncrief Missionary Temple Ministries 238 Penn Street Pittsburgh PA 15206 Phone: (412)362-3656
Reverend Michael A. Walrond, Jr. First Corinthian Baptist Church 1912 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd New York NY 10026 Phone: (212)864-0830
Pastor Dr. William H. Curtis Mount Ararat Baptist Church 271 Paulson Avenue Pittsburgh PA 15206 Phone: (412)441-1800
Pastor Jesse T. Williams, Jr. Convent Avenue Baptist Church 420 West 145th Street New York NY 10031 Phone: (212)234-6019
Bishop William Dallas Gospel Fellowship Church 1635 Seventh Street Harrisburg PA 17102 Phone: (717)234-3188 Elder Doc R. Gilmore Mt. Calvary Church of God in Christ 1830 N. Fifth Street Harrisburg PA 17102 Phone: (717)233-0241 Fax: (717)233-0596 Rev. Earl L. Harris St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church 1201 North 17th Street Harrisburg PA 17103 pastorharris@embarqmail.com Phone: (717)234-0037 Fax: (717)234-3993 Rev. James D. Jackson Goodwin Memorial Baptist Church 2447 Green Street Harrisburg PA 17110 mindrjack@gmail.com Phone: (717)238-4400 Fax: (717)238-5003 Rev. Charles R. Meile Jr. Greater Zion Baptist Church 212 North Progress Avenue Harrisburg PA 17109 sturner@tgzmbc.org Phone: (717)541-0388 Fax: (717)541-1251
Lancaster Pastor Louis A. Butcher, Jr. Bright Side Baptist Church 515 Hershey Avenue Lancaster PA 17603 Phone: (717)295-9431
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Bishop Hezekiah Walker Love Fellowship Tabernacle 464 Liberty Avenue Brooklyn NY 11207 Phone: (718)235-2266
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