REMNANTThe MAGAZINE

Impact MusicReaches BackRead how Impact Music calls on their alumni to COME BACK and serve again.Story by Shaunese Foreman

Impact Gets in The Zone

In a nightly talent showcase hear from a few of the performers and MC, K-Drama

Story by Shondrika CookDay of OutreachRead the conferees’ experiences on sharing their faith across Atlanta.Story by Melody Copenny

A Digital Impact ‘10

For the first time, the conference was streamed live online. Read

about the success.Story by Rebecca Gilmer

Impact ‘11in New OrleansStory by President Charles Gilmer

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CONTENTS05Inspiring A Come Back

Story by Erin Burton

13Impact MusicStory by Shaunese Foreman

06A Digital Impact ‘10Story by Rebecca Gilmer

16 Men’s & Women’s TImeStories by Isaiah D. and Naomi S.

22 Level 3:16 Album Review

25 The ZoneStory by Shondrika Cook

19 Day of OutreachStory by Melody Copenny 34 Impact ‘11

Story by President Charles Gilmer

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The Atlanta ballroom was silent as Dr. Charles Gilmer, President of The Impact Movement, stood before hundreds of students, alumni, and volunteers and uttered the words, “This may be the last Impact conference.” It was December 2008, the height of a nationwide economic downturn, and Dr. Gilmer presented the harsh reality that The Impact Movement experienced a financial shortfall that threatened the very existence of the ministry. It was clear that the future of Impact depended on the financial and time investment of those who have experienced Christ through the ministry of The Impact Movement. Though the ministry still struggles financially, there was a great response by conferees that committed a few thousand dollars of monthly support to Impact! However, as the months of 2009 progressed, it was evident that The Impact Movement was in dire need of people in order to see each community of each community of African descent fulfill its destiny as a reflection of Christ.

But Impact staff would often hear stories of people who had been drawn to Christ at conferences. People were planting churches, ministries and Godly families all over the country. The fruit of Impact’s mission to produce leaders of African descent who serve as agents of change was being realized. But, the future of Impact’s ability to continue to produce leaders still dwindled in the balance.

So a team of Impact staff, alumni, and volunteers started meeting weekly to create a theme for Impact ‘10 based on the vision and desire to create urgency within constituents that the work will not go on without people to help. When a team member spoke up and said, “I’ve been reading Nehemiah and I think it should be called, The COME BACK,” everyone knew that they had landed on a winner. The team immediately began to study the book of Nehemiah and sensed the Holy Spirit confirm “The COME BACK”.

Nehemiah was utterly distraught by the condition and sin of his people. The Israelites began a migration from exile back to Jerusalem, a journey that started in the book of Ezra. Tragically, the people Ezra gathered to rebuild Jerusalem began ignoring God’s law. Nehemiah, deeply grieved by the state of his people wept not only for himself, but also for his community. He repented for sin he didn’t commit and then he mobilized an entire group of people to Rebuild that which had been lost and Reunite to make it possible. The Israelites eagerly joined him, each rebuilding the wall where they lived.

Just like Nehemiah called his people, Impact wanted to make a call to everyone who has ever been involved with Impact to COME BACK. Nehemiah believed that in the simple obedience of people rallying together to make a stand, that God would fight on their behalf. Likewise, the vision for people of African descent fulfilling our destiny as a reflection of the redemptive power of Christ began in the hearts of faithful men. And the work that God has called The Impact Movement to can’t

continue without the gathering of those who have been impacted by the ministry.There has been immense progress through ministries launched by

Impact alumni throughout our country and world. The problem still remains great and widespread. Just as in the day of Nehemiah, many have fallen away from their first love. The structure in many of our communities, families and churches are sadly broken and or diminishing. Our communities need us to COME BACK. The Impact Movement wants to be part of your strategy to get equipped as leaders to serve and introduce a lasting and eternal solution to the problems; the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Impact ‘10: The COME BACK served as the rallying point where God’s people gathered to trust God to fight for us! And fight for us He is! At Impact ‘10, Dr. Gilmer smiled with joy as he said, “You won’t have to wait another two years for the next Impact conference, because we will be in New Orleans in 2011!” The loud cheers in the audience were at stark difference in comparison to the silence that was heard in 2008 when the ministry’s future stood in the balance. Impact ‘10: The COME BACK was only the beginning. The Impact Movement is continuing to trust the Lord to re-engage Impact alumni to continue to Reunite and Rebuild! Impact ‘11 is the next place in our rebuilding of the wall.

Inspiring A Come BackErin BurtonAssistant National Conference and Program Director

IMPACT GOES

DIGITALGiven the opportunity to stream the Impact

‘10 Conference live online, the producers of the conference wasted no time working out

the details of such a feat. To the delight of many, streaming the conference online

became truly world wide.Story by Rebecca Gilmer

It was one of those only-in-my-dreams outcomes. 34 countries and all 50 states added up to nearly 10,000 unique views of the live web broadcast of Impact ‘10. These virtual attendees were in addition to the 1000+ who had gathered in at the Marriott Marquis in downtown Atlanta. Those 1000 young, motivated, Black folk assembled to hear Bible teaching and to gain insight on how they could more effectively take the truth of Jesus Christ to their high school/college campus, local community, and the world. They were joined via the web by more than 10 times their number from December 27th -31st.

“Rebecca, thank you!” was the first thing out of Beverly’s mouth when she saw me earlier today at a meeting near Orlando. A couple of weeks ago, I had mentioned to Beverly that she could view the entire Impact ‘10 conference online on the Impact Movement web site. She joined the more than 11,000 who watched the recorded conference (free, the entire month of January). My typically calm and staid friend was elated by the experience and offered her

sincere appreciation to me for letting her know we had recorded and posted the live broadcast. Beverly’s reaction typifies that of many who tuned into Impact ‘10 live and those who tuned into the re-broadcasts throughout the month of January. Three weeks ago, Jasmine sent this e-mail:

“Late last night I found my spirit broken and unstable. While I was walking home, after getting off the bus, a young woman pulled up in her car and asked me if I was okay and if I was in need of a assistance. My first thought was to decline since she was a complete stranger, but something inside me told me to accept her offer. After driving me the rest of the way home, she wrote down her contact information and the church she attends; interestingly enough, this had been the same church I began attending when I moved to Tallahassee to start school. As she handed me the written information, I wondered how is it that she miraculously showed up at a time when I needed a

friend the most. I told her my situation and how I’ve been seeking Christ for help. She told me that I’ve been going about this the wrong way. She said that I must first recognize His power and then ask Him to reveal Himself to me and accept Him into my life whole-heartedly. I knew she was right, for I’ve known that for some time now. I just didn’t think I was ready to do that yet since I’m only 19 years old. She helped me understand just how much Christ wants me and how much He wants to take care of me. She then wrote down this website

and directed me to watch the video of Priscilla [from Impact ‘10]. I was so blown away and felt so much enlightenment. I just wanted this organization to know just how much I respect what it does and can’t wait to join the movement in the near future. Thank you for opening my eyes. God bless!” --Jasmine B, Impact ’10 Online Viewer

Responses like this have left our Impact Staff and Fellows greatly inspired but also sobered by the thought that, because

A behind-the-scenes peak at Rebecca Gilm-er and Kenny Roberts hosting the live, online broadcast

of lack of funds, we almost did not host the broadcast. The cost of the four-day conference includes lodging and is kept low so that as many as possible are able to attend. There was no provision in the budget to cover a live broadcast. With only a few weeks before Impact ‘10 would begin, at the urging of a friend of Impact who volunteered his media expertise, Impact Conference Director Kimberly Moore prayed and trusted God to provide the resources to cover all related live broadcast expenses. In a matter of days, we received a gift from

a husband and wife in Dallas. Over several years, this couple had experienced the move of God through the labor of Impact. They wanted to fund the broadcast so many could see that lives are being changed through the work of The Impact Movement.

The result was truly more than we had dreamed. Our live broadcast director explained that usually less than 50 will tune in to this type of webcast. Others had informed us that if one-tenth (10%) of the number of event attendees view online that is a great indication of success. In our case, that would have meant 100 views is something to celebrate (10% of 1000 attendees). Instead of one-tenth we had 10 times the attendees as part of the online viewership. Added to that are the 11,000 who watched later in January---a total of 21,000 in all!

Up to December 2010, Impact had been called a “best kept secret”. Many have clearly stated their delight in knowing about this work of producing leaders of African-descent who are spiritually focused, morally fit, and financially responsible. They have also clearly voiced their sincere disheartenment that they did not know about The Impact Movement when they were in high school, college, or new in their professional careers. Typically, they then list the pitfalls they may have avoided if they had been involved with The Impact Movement. We echo the desire that the work of The Impact Movement will be known and the lives of countless affected. The live broadcast may play a significant role in helping that happen.

We echo the response of those who have participated in the live broadcast and watched the recording of the conference the month of January. We say, “thank you” to God, Impact staff and friends, and all who collaborated in this venture of faith. We look forward to hearing more about all that God has done and will do from the recording of Impact ‘10. And, echoing the sentiment of many who watched and sent in their comments…See you in New Orleans for Impact ’11…It will be an only-in-my-dreams experience.

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Quick Conference Stats:

Here’s a look at all 34 countries that viewed the Impact ‘10 Conference online. From viewers in Japan, to India, to Brazil, there were many who joined the Impact family gathered in Atlanta. Check out the complete list of viewing countries on the right, in order by the numbr of views.

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Over 9,000viewers worldwide

All 50 stateswatched online

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Viewing Countries:

U.S.A, United Kingdom, Canada, Malaysia, Jamaica, Brazil, Ireland, Japan, Trinidad and Tobago, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Singapore, Switzerland, Dominica, Finland, Barbados, Australia, Ghana, Grenada, Portugal, United Arab Emirates, Italy, Costa Rica, Korea, Bermuda, Chile, Dominican Republic, Syrian Arab Republic, Germany, India, Rwanda, Poland, New Zealand, British Virgin Islands

TAKING THE NEXT STEPIt’s time to take your next step in The COME BACK! We want you to prayerfully consider if your next assignment could be serving full-time with The Impact Movement.

Those who invest their lives serving with Impact are an example to people who hunger to see leaders of African descent leading a life centered on God. You have an incredible opportunity to serve with a ministry addressing the moral decay in our communities with the only remedy guaranteed to bring lasting and real change: the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Below are just a few of the many ways you could use your God-given talents and skills to further the work of God’s kingdom:

Coaching Impact college chapters Web Design and Management

Event Planning Information Technology

Graphic Design Marketing

Finance Communications and Journalism Video Production Social Media Management

Administration Accounting

Fund Development Music Performance (Vocal,Instrument, Writing)

For more information, attend our recruiting seminar during the “Impact Opportunities” seminars section held Wednesday, December 29. Check your program book's seminar descriptions for times and locations.

Make sure you also stop by The Impact Movement exhibitor table while at Impact ’10 to receive more details about serving with us.

Be a part of God’s eternal work in people’s lives. Consider investing a season of your life or more in a mission of a lifetime.

The Impact Movement takes the truth of Jesus Christ to the campus, community and world by producing leaders of African descent who are spiritually focused, financially responsible and morally fit.

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Impact Music: Old Faces, New Places

Story by Shuanese Foreman

Four days, eleven voices, one stage and one purpose--

Hearts were racing. The excitement had been built. The moment was finally here. As the crowd thunderously applauded in agreement with Tim Swain’s poetic commission to rebuild the city, the praise and worship team hit the stage. But, to get to this moment, several obstacles had to be overcome.

One of the main challenges of developing this praise and worship team was having the people available to serve in this capacity. The process began with Impact Music staff members reaching out to those who have embraced the mission and vision of The Impact Movement, meaning past participants of Impact Music summer mission projects.

“Sometimes we go through several rounds of emails or phone calls to find people who are willing and

able to take off time from work and family to serve for a week at an Impact Conference,” said Tamica Berry, associate director of Impact Music. “Then, those who have demonstrated on summer mission that they were team players, good under pressure, and who had an incredible ability to pick up the music quickly were asked to join the team,” she continues.

The second major challenge is the ability to rehearse, or rather the lack there of. Because volunteers are heavily relied on to help complete the praise team, there are usually no rehearsal prior to the day before the conference starts. Despite the challenges, utilizing Impact Alumni has proven to be very helpful because Impact Music currently has so few full-time vocalists and musicians. Impact Alumni have been volunteering in this way for many years, even since before the inception of Impact Music or the first Impact Music summer mission in 2005.

“I think it’s important to come back and serve. Impact alums keep the ball rolling,” said Impact alum Rachel Sanders. “I always want to be connected with Impact, because what God does through this ministry is unbelievable.”

Bethini Williams and Jonathan Best, two Impact Music fellows, both agreed that having Impact alumni to serve with them at the conference is crucial. Many of the volunteers had already served at past conferences, so they were familiar with the set up. “Having Impact Music alum on the team

was such a huge benefit...” said

Jonathan, “Everyone had a heart to serve, so people were also quick to step up to lead songs, teach parts, facilitate worship, etc.”

In preparation for Impact ‘10, five of full-time Impact Music staff met via the web to pray and to discuss logistics, such as the music set list. Then, in the last five weeks leading up to the conference, the praise and worship team went through e-devotionals and discussed them in small groups. “We wanted to be prepared not only musically, but spiritually, as well as be on one accord although we were scattered across the US,” said Bethini.

Each day of the conference for the team was jam-packed with very early mornings and very late nights. The team met at 7:30 am to warm up their voices and prepare for their 8 am sound check before the main session. Then, while conferees were attending seminars, the team rehearsed. After a break for food, the team would meet again for another sound check before the evening session. Then, when most conferees’ days are done, the team would then

rehearse and prepare for the next days’ morning session until close

to midnight.

“Serving at the conference can be tedious, busy and sleepless,” said Rachel. Despite that, she said, “I was so blessed by it... to see how God works through the conference to change lives.”

Ten people, not counting musicians, gathered to develop the Impact ‘10 praise and worship team. Some of whom had never met or sang together prior to the conference. Yet, Rachel said, there was a cohesiveness that just worked. “There was an instant family relationship created once we all came together, even though some of us may not know the other well...we just have a shared experience from serving various music missions,” said Jonathan.

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Imagine yourself in a relay race, all your team members ran their hardest to pass you the baton so you can finish the race strong and lead your team to victory. It was coming to you and when your teammate was about to give it to you, it slips out of his hand because it was dirty and fell to the ground. This image was the platform for the Impact ‘10 Men’s Time as Grammy-winning Gospel artist Kirk Franklin compared that to how the men need to understand the meaning of the baton and race we are in.

Kirk went into 2 Samuel and using David as an example, he talked about his own race and the obstacles he went through, and how it affected others. Relating that to the men, he helped them understand that as African-American men who go hard for Christ, they need to help break the generational curse, trust in the true coach [God] that has a plan for you and remember that what ever you do affects the people around you.

He was transparent, giving his own testimony and the obstacles he faced and encouraged the men to step up and take a look at their lives. At the end of the talk it was open Q & A and the time closed with the men leaving the place energized and ready to take on the challenge.

Here are some of the responses from some brothers who attended Men’s Time:

“I’m running this race being more sensitive to how it involves everyone around me, especially since I am getting married in September.”

“It challenged me to be the one to make a difference right now and to stop this generational curse on black men... I don’t have my own wife and kids just yet.. but when I do get them, that change will be in effect... and that even starts now with my mindset, my actions, and the way I show love to others.”

“How will your run your life differently?” For in this race we are not on it alone. Paul put it best in 1 Corinthians 9:24-27: “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever. Therefore, I do not run like someone running aimlessly; I do not fight like a boxer beating the air. No, I strike a blow to my body and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.”

If you missed Impact ‘10 save up for Impact ‘11 and be prepared for God to move in a way you never expected.

Sex Symbols: It’s Not all Black

Story by Isiah Denis

Revisiting a seemingly unfruitful season in life isn’t always the most anticipated journey. This year, women attending Impact ‘10: The COME BACK did just that as they reviewed their past, assessed their present and looked to future relationships with God, themselves and their brothers in the faith.

The COME BACK marked the third time that the spiritually equipped, ever stylish, and beautifully “tressed” Priscilla Shirer attended as a presenter. Over the three times she spoke over the course of the conference, she said that her personal highlight was the women’s time. She said, “I’m still so blessed by the enthusiasm of the students who are attending. And frankly, I’m blessed to see so many young people of color come together to encourage each other in their gifts and their walk with the Lord.”

Impact alum, Miriam Kinlock, opened up this time with musical worship, and then Shirer hit the stage. While the core of her message was centered on encouraging the women to be fully engaged in the season of life they are in and not rushing through it, Shirer said she took a

special detour to share her testimony. She encouraged the women to view

seasons of singleness as godly foundations for personal purpose and biblically sound relationships or marriages.

One of the nuggets Shirer shared was that the LORD desires to bless

us with His best if we marry, as we give Him the best of ourselves (living

sacrifices) while single. Our “best” requires transparency, sincere

personal relationships with Jesus Christ, devotion to the Word, prayer and contentment in waiting. Then as we offer God our best, the Holy Spirit heals, redeems and lovingly prepares us for our called-of-God spouses.

Here are just two of the hundreds of women who attended and wanted to share their Women’s Time experiences:

“Priscilla Shirer is fire-- I loved her transparency! I love that in a minister. In ministry, you have to be able to relate to people. When you open up, you show people that you have a story.... that God brought me out, and He can bring you out also. I think we’re missing a lot of transparency in the church, and really outside of it. So, for her to be able to put down her title to be real with us meant a lot to me. Not many people actually do that. [Women’s time] was an experience... a time of realness, where you have to be prepared to hear the truth. There was no sugar coating at all.”

“I really loved Women’s Time with Miss Priscilla. I was able to walk away with a lot from her message. I really saw myself in much of what she shared... When she talked about how she looked back on her life and thought “I let that time past right by me” it made me evaluate myself and realize that I am not truly embracing the season I’m in. I’m usually in pursuit of getting somewhere that I think I should be. Now I am motivated to seek the word and even ask God what is my purpose NOW, what should I be doing NOW, and how can I be used in this period of my life. When I got home, I called and told all my friends about this because it hit home for me. I was really encouraged.”

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MANY QUESTION THE STATE OF THE BLACKcommunity today and whether a new generationwill rise up, lead strong and make a tangibledifference in this world. That question is beinganswered with a resounding ‘yes’ through TheImpact Movement, which hosted its 10th nationalconference - Impact ‘10 - in Atlanta the last weekof December 2010.

Nearly one thousand high school students,college students and marketplace professionalsrallied together for the four-day event,celebrating nearly 20 years of life-changingconferences through The Impact Movement. Oneof the biggest features of the conference is itsDay of Outreach event. In partnership with 14Atlanta churches, corporate charities andGeorgia-based Chick-fil-A, conferees enteredsome of the lowest income communities ofAtlanta, knocked on doors and distributed holidayboxes with enough food to feed a family of fouron December 30. For many, it was their first timeserving in this way, as they also offered a messageof hope and God’s love to holiday box recipients.

Jason Christopher Johnson volunteered at theconference, serving as a marshal and a first-timebus captain for the Day of Outreach. He had aunique experience with a conferee who was apart of his bus group.

Johnson came across the young man who waswith his group. He said that init ially, he didn’tknow what to make of him because he realizedthe young man was nervous about sharing hisfaith with others. This, in fact, was this youngman’s f irst Impact conference.

Student carry to shuttle buses “boxes of love” to begiven out in the community. Each box containsenough food to feed a family of four.

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JOHNSON said, “The young man began speaking to me about his life and how his mother wasn’t really there for him and how his father was Muslim. He spoke about many people not being there for him and all his friends aren’t where he is trying to be with God. I immediately felt a strong connection with him because we had the same past and same issues. I knew that God placed him in my life for a reason. So I told him I would stand there and be by his side whenever he needs me to talk because we as men have to step up when our youth call on us for help. We are men of God and it is my responsibility to look after him.”

Johnson further explained that later on, he was able to tell the same high school students that rode his bus the same thing. He felt as though this was his greatest outreach because he got to share his wisdom and knowledge with others who were going through the same things he was dealing with. He got to connect with someone who has felt ignored and abandoned first hand. “I pray that me and this young man and all his high school friends will continue to converse throughout the year. I know that God is going to do big things for him in his due season,”said Johnson.

COLLEGE STUDENT Christopher Oguaha also had a Day of Outreach experience that stretched him and his faith in positive ways. “The outreach was such a blessing to me and it played a huge part of me getting out of my old comfort zone, he said. “I wasn’t fully prepare to go because I was in and out of that morning session on how to talk to people about Christ. So I decided to “freestyle” whatever comes from the top of my head. I was able to ask people what does Jesus mean to them and go off of that.”

Oguagha shared that all of his encounters combined made for an eye opening experience. He was able to listen to his group partners talk to others about Christ and learn from the experience. Of those he got a chance to share with, he said

the last family stood out to him the most. “The mom was dancing when we brought her food and gave us all a hug. Her family is from Liberia and the bad economy hit their family hard. The mom and her son works; her husband has been out of the job and she has three daughters that are not of legal age to work.”

The mother could not read or write English. However, Oguagha had the phone number and information for a program that could help her to learn how to write and read English. The group of college students were also able to leave the family with three boxes of food. They were also able to share the Word of the Lord and give the mother a step towards learning English and bettering herself.

Overall, Oguagha said, “[The outreach] experience was truly a blessing to me as well because now I can go out and share the gospel with anyone with no fear in my mind or in my heart. And I also want to thank Impact for opening up the door for me to help me become a better man.”

During the Day of Outreach, 290 people were exposed to the gospel in metro Atlanta and 112 people responded in prayer and gave their lives to Christ! 726 conferees participated in the event, conferees met 75 Christians and challenged them to give Jesus complete control of their lives, 75 people responded in prayer and gave Christ control, 216 were prayed with, 217 people were interested in follow-up and 220 people were interested in more information.

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Pictures above. 1. Conferees take a moment to pray on their bus before heading out.

2. Conference volunteers act out how to share The Passage Booklet during evangelism training.

3. Conferees wait in the ballroom to be sent out to share the gospel.

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COLLEGE STUDENT Milton Nettles, said that on the Day of Outreach he felt renewed in the Spirit and equipped to go and proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ. “God gave me even more confidence during the hour leading up to our departure from the hotel to the ATL community,” he said.

While Nettles and other conferees waited to be sent out by the busload, they watched a message by Pastor Keith Battle from Impact ’08. Nettles said, “He spoke from 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, and for the first time in my life, I realized that as a Christian, God had equipped me with a ministry… As Pastor Battle put it: “It’s as if God is pleading through us.” That quote would remain with me for the rest of the day.” From the hotel, his group traveled to In His Image International Church of Marietta, GA and then to a local apartment complex about a mile and a half from the church. Once they arrived at the apartment complex, they were split into groups of four and five to go door to door spreading the Gospel and delivering food boxes.

Of his outreach experience, Nettles shared,

“I was grouped with three young women of God: Guenet, Jeanique and Shondrika. Just as we began walking and thinking about which apartment complex we would visit first, a young man standing in a doorway caught my eye, so I suggested that we start with his home. We went to the apartment complex where I had spotted the young man, and were greeted very warmly by Mrs. Morissette. She invited us into the living room, and we all introduced ourselves. Then, she called in the remainder of her family, which included her young daughter and teenage son, Jose. [Guenet, Jeanique and Shondrika] talked to the mother and young daughter. Jose and I went to his room where I shared the Gospel with him. “I started the conversation with the Impact Hip-Hop Survey... This conversation led to us exploring The Passage together. The Lord completely had His hand in our conversation. As I shared The Passage with Jose, the conversation was so smooth and natural; it was as if we had known each other forever. We shared football stories, and I even shared some of my downfalls as it related to sexual immorality during high school. The conversation was genuine and the Holy Spirit spoke through me.

“When we journeyed to the portion of The Passage that depicted the self-directed life vs. the Christ-directed life, Jose immediately said, “I know I am here (pointing to the diagram of the self-directed life) but I want to be here (pointing to the diagram of the Christ-directed life).” At that moment, He made the decision to accept Jesus Christ into his life. As we prayed together, I was overcome with emotion to point that my voice was trembling.

Before we left his room to tell his mother that he had accepted Jesus Christ into his life, I gave him hug and told him that I loved him, and he responded in the same manner. I also reminded him of the response he gave me [earlier] about the church and school being incompatible. I told him that as a new child of God, he was the church within the school and that it was his job to set a positive example for others to follow,” Nettles said. To sum up his whole experience, Nettles said, “To experience Christ working through me was quite humbling, and I am so thankful that He chose me for such a task.”

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LouderThanTheMusic.com Review (4.5 out of 5 stars):Level 3:16 are an exciting band who I'm sure will inspire people with their strong lyrics and Hip Hop sounds. If you're looking for a new fresh hard hitting band, Level 3:16 might be a band worth checking out, their self titled debut album is a great start for Hip Hop in 2011.

DaSouth.com Review (4 out of 5 stars):Level 3:16’s new self-titled debut album on Cross Movement Records (CMR) is refreshing, catchy, inspirational, and impressive at best. For a newbie group that consists of two male rappers, three female vocalists, and a female DJ, they sound more like veterans than musical newbies. This self described group of “musicianaries” (music-missionaries) is a group that is ready to shine the light of Christ. Every song shows the character and talent of each member through a myriad of styles.

Overall this album truly displays the uniqueness of Level 3:16, it shows their heart, and it displays their gifts. The album is well balanced in its presentation of both rapping and singing as one does not overshadow the other with a sprinkling of spoken word along with great production. I pray that Level 3:16 will be highly influential and used of God to inspire drawing hearts to Him. Get this album for it is an album that will take you to another level!

CrossWalk.com Article:Talk about quick results: the six members of new Christian hip-hop group Level 3:16 were strangers to each other until summer 2009 when they met on a music-based mission trip led by The Impact Movement... One year later this troupe featuring a lady DJ (KB), two male emcees (Stv G., Chris T.), and three female vocalists (K Mase, Candace, Crystal) has already assembled its self-titled debut album, a refreshingly honest, cohesive urban musical statement encouraging listeners to seek a real and transparent relationship with God.

Rapzilla.com:4TL FIYAH!! I didn’t know what to expect from Level 3:16 but this blew me away! All the songs are great and the group uses all their various voices in impressive ways! The message of the album seems to be encouraging Christians to stand up for God and fearlessly stand for HIM. The production and beats are off the hook! Great surprise from Level 3:16!

Amazing line up of songs in this album!! I liked every single one of them. The beats are banging, the melodies are smooth, and the vocals are enchanting - mix that with a godly message = WOW! Level 3:16 really brings a fresh and unique sound to the Christian Hip Hop scene. Just wanted to say to ya’ll: Welcome to my favorite artists folder!

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OmgItsLySaundra Got my mama listening to @Level316 instead of the radio! This is how I #TellEm

DJ_ELVEE Ok Level 3:16 is off tha chain... If you don't have it you betta add it to your collection. Blessings

FaithNdWisdom Bumpppinggg the Level 3:16 :) got me feeling good its da presence of God!!!!!

Mishal Amazing I’ve been buying all my songs from iTunes for 5 years but this is the first time I’m buying a whole album. It’s that good!

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K-Drama

SC: How did you hear about Impact ‘10? KD: I heard about Impact ‘10 through Rasool Berry! I was familiar with The Impact Movement years back from a Google search when I was looking for message boards to be edified from. Rasool thought my personality was a good match for what was needed for The Zone and that it would mesh well with my co-host.

SC: At Impact ‘10, your first conference, what were your expectations? Were they met?KD: My expectations were lots of college students on fire for the Lord, sleepless nights and lots of energy. Though I did catch a little shut-eye, I didn’t get much. Therefore all 3 of my expectations were met. I thoroughly enjoyed myself.

SC: Was there a highlight/memorable act?KD: My man Complex single handily had to be the most, memorable moment at the conference! He rapped and everybody was super hyped! It was crazy! You would have had to been there to understand what

In the midst of hearing great speakers and practical seminars, conferees had a chance to express themselves in what was called The Zone. The Zone was an open Mic like event that occurred Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday nights of Impact ’10. At The Zone, students, alumni and conference goers alike were given the opportunity to perform through dance, song, spoken word and even art paintings. The dim lighting brought in a more relaxed, coffee house feeling that

Myth:

do not mix!

and art

Christians

the average person wouldn’t think Christians would have.

Students who were interested in performing during The Zone simply signed up for a spot during the nightly showcase after the evening session or featured concert. All were welcome to sign up; the only condition was that the performer(s) had to keep it clean and under four minutes. Students who wanted to wind down after an action-packed day and just be with friends were able to do so at The Zone. The Zone showcased a wide spectrum of God-given talent used to make His name famous.

There was soul-stirring spoken word, including a young lady, Jackie Hill, from Passion 4 Christ Movement (P4CM) based in California. Her spoken word was a lyrical testimony of her past life as a stud and how God gradually called her out of that lifestyle and closer to Himself. There was also quite a range of rap artists, from the speedy to the crowd-pleasing. One rapper in particular, Complex, brought the

house down with his song about Jesus’ return to earth. In a matter of minutes, students were jumping around, moving to the music, and having a Jesus party.

Something that may not have been seen as much was the artwork being created during the performances. At The Zone, anything was possible. The like-mindedness of the crowd and the theme focused on God helped create almost an alternate world to what conferees are usually accustomed to. Performers were free to express their faith with a blanket of encouragement being sent back. It was like a family gathering where relatives took turns getting on the stage and expressing their hearts desire. There was even a birthday celebration as the clock struck twelve on the first night where two students shared a birthday shout. You wouldn’t get that at your normal poetry slam.

I had the esteem pleasure to interview recording artist, first time Impact conferee and co-emcee of The Zone, K-Drama. Check it out!

Shondrika Cook

The Scoop from K-Drama

went down!

SC: How did God use you through serving as an emcee?KD: God used my personality to help people have an enjoyable time. I used humor and energy/liveliness along with my co-host to keep people engaged on the festivities that glorified Christ! I encouraged all the participants by giving each of them lots of affirmation. I hope this will motivate them to continue to hone their craft.

SC: What made The Zone stand out from any other portion of the conference?KD: I think The Zone was different because people were able to enjoy the performances of their peers, relax and have a good time. The Zone was the only platform during the conference provided for any conference attendee to be empowered to share their talent! The atmosphere was one that encouraged creativity and I believe is the seed planted in many artists that we will see full grown in the years to come!

Artist SpotlightThroughout the conference, great stories were born like never before. One such story comes from University of Toledo student, Jamal Armstrong. A member of the Impact chapter on his campus, Jamal has an interesting story about how his gift to paint was realized. Through his unwavering commitment to serve Jesus Christ and lead others to a relationship with God, Jamal began to uncover his artistic gift and shared it with us at The Zone.

Q: How long have you been involved with Impact?

A: Since Spring semester of 2008, when I got saved. I got saved in February of 2008 and in March, Spring Semester of 2008, I became a member of Impact.

Q: What originally drove you to be a part of The Impact Movement?

A: I came to campus with a friend to an Impact concert when I was in high school. Once I got saved I knew that Impact was around. It took me about two weeks, but I did connect with Impact.

Q: How did you get started with art?

A: In November of 2009, I was at a point where I wanted to go to a new point in Christ. I wanted to get closer to Christ, so I began to fast so that I could get closer to him. There was a deeper void that needed to be filled. I got tired of the same old thing. So, I decided to move the fast up from two days to a whole 5-day week. On the second day of my fast, I was at work (I had never done anything artistic, maybe trace). Praying to go to a new level in my relationship with Him. In between phone calls at my job I would doodle and

pray and then I sketched out my first painting. Then God spoke to me and said that he wanted to show me what he had placed in me. I’ve been painting ever since.

Q: Who inspires you in your art?

A: I would honestly say it’s God. I don’t get any paintings from anyone. I really just pray and then I paint.

Q: How did the opportunity for you to create art at The Zone come about?

A: A friend of mine whom I met at Impact ‘08, Erin. She asked my friend and I if we wanted to be judges at The Zone. Then she asked my friend to rap, and he agreed and became a featured artist one of the nights of The Zone. I usually paint at his shows, so he asked me to paint. We are starting a ministry called SQ-Air, where we encourage people to take off the limits.

“Dis’Tortion”Artwork by Mal

Q: What’s the mission of SQ-Air?

A: Mission: Take the limit off of the male race through the arts of poetry rap, fashion, and art so that they can live lives of standard and humility.

Q: How did SQ-Air start?

A: It started in May 2010 when me and a few guys were hanging out and decided we wanted to take this to the world. We wanted to be accountable to each other and help each other grow. And now we have four disciples. One guy is into poetry and he’s looking into fashion. And we are trying to teach them that whatever you do, do it for the Lord. We also have a couple music producers and another Christian rapper. And that’s what we’re doing: training them up.

Q: What was your mental process in creating artwork during The Zone?

A: My mental process when I was there was to put everybody else out of my mind. There was a lot going on. You had people dancing, you had K-Drama hosting the event…I had to clear everybody out of my mind so that I could pray and ask God to lead my brush, lead my hand so that I could do it for His glory. I could not focus on everybody so that I could focus on God and show that God is not limited to poetry, He is not limited to rap, but to show that God is in this too.

Q: How did the other performers influence you throughout The Zone?

A: Some influenced me spiritually, but not in terms of the actual artwork. There were two girls after the Mali Music concert. One was spoken word about a girl who was a homosexual earlier in her life. The other was comparing her body to the church as far as her scoliosis. Saying that the church is getting to a point of passiveness. Passive Christians having a backbone problem. That was a great analogy.

Q: What was the most memorable aspect of The Zone for you?

A: I didn’t see him, but when Mali Music came and sat on the floor with everybody as if he was not who he was. His humility really helped me out as a person. His humility was not just something he was talking. He was the only person who did something on stage that actually came to The Zone. Everyone else, after they did their thing, went to their rooms. He took the time out to come down and say that he was a regular person like us. The fact that he came didn’t make me feel like a fan, he made the kingdom tangible to me. Most people will sit in the back, thinking that people will be in their face about something. Or they’ll think, since I’m here I need to perform… They’ll never sit in the crowd. That spoke to me.

Q: What was the most memorable aspect of the conference for you?

A: The most memorable part of the conference was The Zone. I was just happy that someone was appreciating what I was doing. That’s not something I was expecting. I’ve been in Impact for 3 years and I’ve never been in a position to share something outside of my testimony. Priscilla Shirer speaking was great. The Mali Music concert... He made everything that he spoke about real. A lot of musicians will make what they’re saying churchy. And very traditionalized things. He was led by something other than tradition. Priscilla as well.

Q: What did you take away from the conference that you will use on your campus and in your life?

A: It was good to have time to sit down with our chapter coach. Our chapter struggles with follow-up, so it was good to be able to sit down with them. We only get to meet with our coach about 3 times a month, so it was vital to do that. I loved that moment. I’m going to take back all the information I got from my coach about follow-up.

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Then I looked and saw all the oppression that was taking place under the sun I saw tears of the oppressed and they had no comforter power was on the side of their oppressor and they had no comforter………

would allow them to see but the chains, the ones that bound them so magnificently kept them stationary secluded from life, but despite its vice they remained vigilant and lifted their voices with a vivid vitality with no certain form and from it was born a rose Sharon was her government name but a couple lefts instead of rights and stops instead of go’s got She’ She’ staring

the midst of yesterday’s calamity danced with the smog of today’s desolation while depression and despair cried out to the heavens unleavened souls roamed through the rubbish of remorse and searched for remnants of hope boats sat shipwrecked at the shore and people tried to explore further than the sea

out the window wandering how did I become me and when did we become us no chilren’ or deadly addictions no mary jane, cocaine, crack or illegal prescriptions she’s more like the princess who hasn’t plucked out the pea cause’ every night she lays on her mattress she’s unbearably uncomfortable I guess you can say something’s missing maybe it’s him………….. the one with the form of Greek godliness Chico Debarge

hair, John Legend complexion 6’2’’, dream come true cross tatted on back, good job, work hard not emotionally scarred and a six pack he’s all that and a bag of chips the kind with the scoop cause’ he sho’ nuff knocked her off her feet but the fact remains that the tat on his back isn’t the same as nails in his heart how can he love her without having a love affair with Him handsomeness will never supersede holiness

earth and saw all the oppression taking place under the sun and saw the tears of the oppressed and they had no comforter no comforter was found in her because she groans as if giving birth awaiting for sons and daughters to mother belief and father change the blame has been passed off and exchanged and things remain the same the system is broken and beyond repair with shovels and hammers the city suffocates, it’s evident see the lifeless ones scour the planet in search of peace rape and molestation, nation against nation water submerged Haitians genetically enhanced vegetation money chasers, beauty seekers blinded by smoke and mirrors yes she groans in earnest expectation for the manifestation of a royal priesthood and kingdom revelation when she cries she opens her mouth and the terrain splits her mountains cry tears of molten sorrow how many years will she moan the walls were demolished and the gates were burned bands of bandits devour the fruit of the land and seeds yield no more harvest we’re holding on but our heroes were taken hostage by harlots of hypocrisy and insurgents of insecurity who will answer the call to divine destiny there is a time for everything and a season for every purpose

he’s got a harness on her and she’s got a soul hemorrhage cause’ she can’t stop bleeding pain she’s a woman with an issue of blood no need for any drug cause’ the only cure according to Luke 14:26 is hate she is ad-d-d-d-dicted to love there is something terribly terrible and drastically drastic with this picture so much so that Picasso, Michelangelo and Van Gough couldn’t paint it right with the colors of the rainbow and fine tip brushes of bristle it’s belittled our boldness and hid in the crevices of our spirit and flesh awaiting and attempting to overtake us one by one I looked over the

purpose to be in season with destiny because every person we meet, speak to and see are intricately positioned for purposeful ministry opportunities of a lifetime must be seized in the lifetime of the opportunity and in this lifetime you will be presented with one timeless opportunity called eternity it calls you to simply call others your sisters and brothers, cousins and mothers it is an upward call I saw the tears of the oppressed and they had no comforter he who has an ear, let him hear and hear it all it’s time to rebuild the city

stained memories there is a remnant that will restore rugged regions of our neighborhoods and recuperate from spiritual infidelity though the work is extensive and we are spread out listen to the resounding sound of the alarm join us as we reposition ourselves and realign the scope of our heavenly artillery this is the rise of a revolution called the comeback reequipped with backpacks, road maps and knapsacks cause’ we will sleep in the field until every soul is healed we will readjust, reanalyze, recapture, reemerge reformulate, reallocate, reload and reprioritize united we stand, divided we fall and this is the clarion call to all who are willing to reengage in warfare with weapons in hand the battle will be rough, ruthless we will be marred and

and resurrect our reverence for righteousness reconstruct roads that run through ghettos as rivers of repentance redefine religion and relationship remobilize our regiment in order to reoccupy the realm of the redeemed while rejecting repulsive representations of reality that reproduce generations of runaways filled with rebellion and rage running relentlessly away from true refuge reawaken those who sleep in beds of iniquity rethink from who we receive our reputation in order to reidentify with he who reigns in royalty realistically, there will be no reciprocity until them that are reborn, reunite and reignite the fire that refines corrosion covered hearts and repurifies regret

scarred, so help us God cause’ it won’t be pretty but if you are ready to reenlist in the militia relaunch a strategic attack, while resuscitating faith though small and itty bitty if you are ready really ready and a born again, blood-washed, spirit filled believer I need you to rise to your feet and in a thunderous roar shout rebuild the city

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IMPACT ‘11 SET TO GEAUX

Impact ‘11 – New Orleans!We are delighted and humbled by the opportunity to bring the 11th national conference of The Impact Movement to the Crescent City of New Orleans. Some 500 of us spent time there in 2006 in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, the largest group of African Americans to do so at that time. The time invested there had meaning for us and for the city of New Orleans. How fitting it is that we would return 5 years later.

When we lived in tents in City Park and help churches and church members gut their properties in preparation for restoration, we were focused on serving materially, with some intermittent opportunities to minister spiritually. This time, we plan to emphasize the spiritual, while taking some time on the Day of Outreach to address physical needs, as well.

The network of churches we helped get back on their feet awaits us. We are enthused about Impact KAMP happening this summer in New Orleans, allowing us to reactivate and expand many of those relationships. The spiritual needs of this historic city remain. While many have returned to help rebuild the city, there are those who know only the darkness of despair, having returned to old neighborhoods and old ways. Our desire is to be a reflection of the light of Jesus Christ, beckoning those who don’t yet know Him to get to know Him.

The dilemma of New Orleans is that of so many of our urban centers. There are too many young people, particularly those of African descent, who have little or no hope. Their school systems are

failing them; their homes are not the safe haven a child should have. Yet, we know that Jesus brings hope, help, and the will to persevere. The students and alumni of The Impact Movement provide a compelling, culturally relevant, creative and active delivery system for that message of Hope.

New Orleans’ history is rich, its challenges are real, and our opportunity to make a difference is waiting there for us. New Orleans is a city known for holding a perpetual party. Whether hosting

a Super Bowl, or celebrating Mardi Gras, the residents and visitors to New Orleans try to outdo the rest of the country at having a good time. Yet, we know that true joy comes from a relationship with Jesus Christ, that a celebration of history, heritage and hope happens truest and best when it is energized by the power of the Holy Spirit, not by imbibing spirits. The call to forget about your cares and worries is a siren’s call when sounded from Bourbon Street, but anticipation of that Heavenly City is a real, time-tested antidote to our earthly woes.

Let’s assemble in this place so widely perceived as a place of darkness and debauchery to declare that we have the victory in Jesus Christ! The weapons of our warfare are not fleshly, but spiritual, and the rich, satisfying experiences that God offers through this movement last not just for a night, but for a lifetime – and on into eternity! To God be all the glory!

See you in New Orleans!December 28, 2011 - January 1, 2012

IMPACT ‘11 SET TO GEAUX

The dilemma of New Orleans is that of so many of our urban centers. There are too many young people, particularly those of African descent, who have little or no hope. Yet, we know that Jesus brings hope, help, and the will to persevere.

President Charles Gilmer

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