As a life strategist and spiritual practitioner, Eva is on a mission to help motivated individuals like you overcome the barriers obstructing your pathway to finding meaning and a deeper sense of fulfillment in life. Keep up with Eva at www.EvaMelton.com
For Ahmun Miles, the freedom to be and create in childhood produced a path of meaning and purpose. Ahmun shares how her family of origin mirrored and nurtured her creative spirit.
Ahmun is the owner of the Piamistry School of Music in Birmingham, Alabama. She along with her staff offer music lessons for ages 3 and up.
Find out more about her at https://www.piamistry.com #purpose #womeninbusiness #bessemeral
Pastor Eva will be offering a message of healing and hope in response to the past two weeks of violence unleashed in Buffalo and Uvalde.
While many of you maybe traveling, you are requested to join the livestream as we collectively grieve and hear a response that challenges the dominant narrative around gun control.
Rev. Eva Melton preaches from Matthew 6:25-34. Find more inspiration at www.thefirmfoundationchurch.com
This episode focuses on the rest that Jesus beckons us too.
1st Segment: The God Factor: Exposition on Matthew 11:28-30 by Eva Melton
2nd Segment: Black Women's Rest: Communal Voices Salaam Green (Literary Healer) & Mechelle Frazier (Licensed Professional Counselor)
This episode aired on 100.1 FM on March 20th in the Birmingham Market.
Eva discusses living life from our inner authority instead of over reliance on external voices presented to us everyday on social media.
Danna Perdue-Melton of Perdue Counseling joins Eva on the 1st segment.
This episode of the Eva Melton show aired on March 6, 2022 on 100.1 FM WAGG.
Jessica Carmon shares the power of plant medicine and sound healing in energy work. Jessica offers a line of herbal wellness products through Resourced Apothecary. She also offers energy healing in her Leeds, Alabama studio.
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"When Wells Run Dry" - Pastor Eva's message for Domestic Violence Awareness month discussing the correlation between patriarchy and domestic violence.
Catch the full service on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/9LJkan_w30M
Shannon Crenshaw, licensed professional counselor, joins Eva to chat about her purpose and how it manifests in her life daily. Shannon operates of a space of being happy, healthy and whole!
Reach Shannon via phone at: 205-835-9052
Keep up with Shannon on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/activetransitionsllc
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Rev. Alina Bowie joins us this morning preaching "Without Community, There Is No Liberation."
Rev. Alina serves as Associate Minister at Providence Missionary Baptist Church (Atlanta). In 2016 Alina began her journey in pursuit of a Master of Divinity degree at Columbia Theological Seminary (CTS) which she completed in May 2020. Immediately following graduation, she entered a Doctor of Education program in Learning, Leadership and Organization Development at the University of Georgia where she will focus her scholarship on systemic racism in higher education institutions.
"Out of the Box" describes Nicole Proctor!
Eva talks to Nicole about being a homeschool mom and her path to veganism. Nicole has launched a new business "Eclectically Vegan".
You'll be inspired by her transparency and joy!
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Eva is back chatting with Tamieka Croskey Taylor about her recently published devotional: "Broken to Better: Women's Daily Devotional" Tamieka's devotional was written for women seeking wholeness. She provides inspiration for the entire calendar year, covering topics that impact all women.
Tamieka Croskey Taylor is the mother of 3 children and grandmother of 1. She’s been a licensed cosmetologist for 15 years and it was during these years of servicing women that she poured into them as they also poured into her. She’s been in music ministry for over 30 years because singing gospel is her 1st Love. She’s the founder of Broken to Better Women’s Ministry where she’s hosted several women’s conferences to help deliver and set free broken women.
Rev. Joseph Scrivner, PhD preaches The Meaning of God the Father from Luke 11:1-13 as the Father's Day message at The Firm Foundation Church.
So elated to share about my book, "Breadcrumbs to Purpose" with my writing coach, Rev. Kirk Byron Jones, PhD.
Catch the full interview at: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=2566050313701706&ref=watch_permalink
See http://www.BreadCrumbstoPurpose.com to find out more about my book!
On this episode Eva catches up with Denise Moss Jarrad! Denise elaborates on how she holds it all together as a mommy, wife & professional.
She writes about her full and balanced life on her blog at http://www.ShesSoMossy.com
Find her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/shronica.moss
Today Pastor Eva Melton kicks off a new 2 week series entitled: "What's in Your Hands?"
Come on in and share worship space with us! You'll be blessed.
Find out more about us at: https://thefirmfoundationchurch.org/
In early in childhood, Divine purpose began unfolding for Rev. Yvette Blair-Lavallais. In our chat, she recounts stories as early as age 6 that reiterated that she was being called to something beyond herself!
She presently expresses that calling as a pastor, writer and activist.
Reverend Yvette R. Blair-Lavallais serves as the Senior Pastor of First Christian Methodist Evangelistic Church in the Red Bird area of Dallas. A licensed pastor and elder in The Methodist Church, Yvette’s ministry is centered in the social justice narrative of the Gospel. She uses her prophetic voice to dismantle the systems of patriarchy, institutionalized racism, and sexism.
We welcome you to join us in worship this morning!
Pastor Eva introduces a new preaching and teaching series this morning: "I Dare You To Be Free"
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Azzie Taylor shares how her breadcrumbs to purpose unfolded through her heart for advocacy & justice.
She is passionate about widening the lanes of professional career access for young women including her two daughters.
Professionally, Azzie serves as the Chief Deputy District Attorney in Montgomery County, Alabama.
Jasmin Ivy shares how her nurturing spirit during childhood unfolded to now serving exceptional students and their parents. She is the founder of Exceptional Ivy League Learners, a K-2 Exceptional Unit. She teaches in the Tuscaloosa City School System in Tuscaloosa, Alabama as a 6th year educator in Special Education. She obtained my Bachelors of Science in Collaborative Education from the University of Montevallo and later earned my Master's in K-6 Special Education from the University of West Alabama.
Camille's purpose unfolded from a natural tendency to hold space for others.
Camille Underwood has been working with children and families in the Birmingham Metropolitan area for over 20 years. She is currently the owner of Camille Underwood Consulting, LLC. Camille is committed to promoting wellness through social/emotional support and education.
LeTroy Gardner's childhood passions led him to purposely entertaining audiences far and wide.
In 2020, shortly after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, LeTroy created the video podcast "Stop, Look & Listen," which he also hosts. The weekly show spotlights, via one-on-one virtual interviews, the goals, strides and triumphs of ethnic minorities from various professions. Guests have included famed actress Phylicia Rashad, political figure Jaime Harrison and singer-songwriter Dawn Robinson, formerly of the R&B group En Vogue.
With “Stop, Look & Listen” attaining success and garnering solid listenership, things are trending quite favorably for LeTroy as he looks to continue building on his self-made broadcasting career. Stay tuned to see what’s next. For more information, contact LeTroy at letroyg@gmail.com.
Tune in this morning as we worship God together! Dr. Tyshawn Gardner brings the morning message: "A Lesson From a Lad" John 6:1-13
Dr. Tyshawn Gardner blesses us as our guest minister today with "Help From The Hill".
Minister Rachel Mixon graces us as our Guest Minister delivering the message "Just Believe" from John 6:35-40.
Sermon for October 18, 2020.
Today, Pastor Eva continues with Pt 5 of our sermon series: "Manifesting Purpose Through Vision" with "Do It Again!"
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Minister Clinton Woods continues with Pt 4 of our sermon series: "Manifesting Purpose Through Vision" with "Living IN Purpose"
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We are a growing church and we'd love to connect w/you!
Join us for service every Sunday at 11:00 AM CST and every Wednesday at 6:30 PM CST.
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Thank you for joining us! Rev. Daniels brings Pt 2 of the Manifesting Purpose series with "Using What You Already Have". Rev. Daniels is the pastor of Southside CME Church in Birmingham, Alabama.
Pastor Eva introduces a new sermon series: Manifesting Purpose Through Vision
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This is an excerpt from Dr. Mitzi J. Smith's Womanist Dialogue: "Widow of Zarephath, Intersectionality, Pandemic & Resurrection."
Rev. Eva Melton provides a womanist reading on the widow at Zarephath.
Find the full dialogue here: https://youtu.be/fUhX3TQgyw0
This is the 3rd sermon in the "Power of We" sermon series. In this episode, Pastor Eva discusses the impact to community when whisperers and gossipers sow discord.
This excerpt is from a Womanist Dialogue hosted by Rev. Dr. Mitzi J. Smith entitled:
" #SayHerName: Reading & Teaching Scripture for Freedom"
Rev. Eva Melton discussed the importance of understanding when to disempower the narrator.
She provides a womanist analysis of Sapphira in Acts 5 and how to relates to #BreonnaTaylor.
Happy Sunday!
Opening Song: Ms. Jasmin Ivy
Morning Message: Pastor Eva Melton
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We are delighted to worship with you on today!
Morning Prayer: Mrs. Dani Mars
Opening Song: Ms. Jasmin Ivy
Morning Message: Pastor Eva Melton
Closing Prayer: Pastor Eva Melton
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While we choose to be "Safer At Home", God is still speaking! For some, he is encouraging us to BREAK OUT! of our comfort zones.
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What challenges are pastors facing in quarantine? What encourages them to keep going? Rev. Mark Ribbins & Rev. Dr. Joseph Scrivner chime in to discuss their experience. Rev. Mark Ribbins is the pastor of Avon Avenue Baptist Church in Cleveland, Ohio. Rev. Dr. Joseph Scrivner serves as pastor of Brown Memorial Presbyterian Church in Tuscaloosa and is also the Dean of Chapel at Stillman College. Find more episodes of Unleashed with Eva Melton at http://www.EvaMelton.com
What does it mean to pastor and lead in a pandemic? Rev. Dr. Rodney Franklin & Rev. Dr. Geraldine A. Daniels join Eva to discuss their perspectives.
Rev. Daniels is the pastor of Southside CME Church in Birmingham.
Rev. Franklin is the interim pastor at Baptist Church of the Covenant in Birmingham.
Shera Grant shares freely about her life journey & how her spiritual practice impacts her every moment. She shares how she sought and found the "Three C's" on her journey: Contentment, Commitment & Confidence.
Spiritual Counselor & Author Phylis Clay Sparks and Eva discuss everything from forgiveness to prosperity. Phylis also introduces her Prosperosophy Empowerment Program to our listeners. To learn more visit http://prosperosophy.com and http://phylissparks.com #prosperity #abundance #spirituality Eva Melton is Spiritual Thought Leader and serves as pastor of The Firm Foundation Church in Birmingham, Alabama. Find out more about Eva at http://evamelton.com
On this episode Isaac Cooper shares how he found purpose in a season of disappointment and adversity. Black Enterprise describes Isaac as an "athlete turned financial guru". Isaac's story is sure to inspire you!
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On this episode, Minister Clinton Woods and Eva chat about Finding Purpose! Clinton is Executive Pastor of Christ Church in Fairfield, AL. Eva serves as Pastor of The Firm Foundation Church in Birmingham.
Rev. Dave Barnhart joins me in the studio to discuss his book "God Shows No Partiality" and the joys of church planting. Dave is the pastor of St. Junia. St. Junia is a thriving network of house churches in Alabama.
Find out more about Eva at www.EvaMelton.com