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Page 1Years
40Dr. Evelyn Graves
Years of Faithful Ministry
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The Beginning 4Introduction 5Dr. Evelyn Graves Biography 6 Family Tree 8 Family Pictures 9Program 12 Banquet Menu 14Board Of Directors 15
Tribute to Brother Lester 16
Forty Years of Legacy 18 Drama 18 Church Ministry 26 Youth Ministry 32 Academy 34 Day Care 38Congratulatory Ads 40Acknowledgements 86
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The Beginnings
The original name was Evelyn Graves Drama
Club. The Drama Club traveled by car and bus
presenting "Christ thru Drama". The Drama Club
was established in 1971, to develop hidden talents
and present participants and audiences alike with
a true cultural enriching experience from the stage.
Also during the early 1970's, the Evelyn Graves
Day Care Center was established. The Day Care
was directed by her daughter R. Jean Jones. In
1981, the Evelyn Graves Christian Academy was
established. God gave Dr. Graves three words to
start the school, "Reading - Writing - Arithmetic".
God also told Dr. Graves to "Train young people to
become Champions for Christ". The Academy held
their first Commencement Exercise June, 1983.
1970 -2010
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nTheme: "I'm Still Standing"
4Oth Anniversary Celebration
Honoring
Dr. Evelyn C. GravesSunday, November 14, 2010
4:00 P.M.
Hilton Hotel Renaissance Grand Salon Ballroom
4200 City Line AvenuePhiladelphia, PA
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DR. EVELYN GRAVES, a native of Marion,
South Carolina, is the visionary and CEO who
founded the multi-faceted Evelyn Graves Ministries Church
(EGMC) in 1982. She has opened several community-based
educational centers in Philadelphia, including the Evelyn
Graves Christian Academy and Learning center, School of
Performing Arts, Bible School, Adult Continuing Education
Program, Summer Day Camp and a youth mentoring
program. In addition to educational activities, Dr. Graves
has served her community through free food programs for
individuals and groups in the greater Delaware Valley area.
SHE HAS BEEN widely acclaimed as a playwright
and is nationally and internationally respected as a noted
pioneer of creative community drama. In 1971, as
artistic director and founder of the Evelyn Graves Drama
Productions (EGDP), Dr. Graves became the catalyst for
improving the quality of life for many, through performing
arts in the urban community. EGDP is a non-profit theatre
troupe that strongly promotes the cultural arts, with over
thirty-five years of performing tradition and education
in the arts in Philadelphia, South Jersey and Delaware.
SINCE ITS INCEPTION, the drama troupe has strongly
promoted cultural arts to generate positive self-awareness
within African American communities by traveling to
colleges, universities, prisons and churches. Approximately
seventeen of the founder’s original works, along with
adaptations of Langston Hughes’ “Black Nativity” and
Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess” have affected over 400,000
families locally and internationally. Dr. Graves is also credited
with the “Little League Voter Registration Campaigners,”
a production which netted the largest number of new
registered voters in the City of Philadelphia, 1992-1993.
BECAUSE OF THREE and a half decades of notable
contributions to the community, Dr. Graves has received
numerous citation awards from the Whi9te House in
Washington, DC to the Blue House in Seoul, Korea. The
Governor of Pennsylvania, House of Representatives, PA
Council on the Arts, NAACP, Federal Court House in NJ,
Smithsonian Institute, Commonwealth of PA, National
Association of Clergy Women and the Mayor of Philadelphia
have all recognized Dr. Graves for her outstanding works.
She has also received awards from the Who’s Who of
Business Professionals, Shirley Chisolm and Mary McLeod
Bethune Awards. On the 30th of March, 2008, Dr.
Graves received the prestigious NAACP Legends Award.
DR. GRAVES IS the anointed pastor of the Evelyn Graves
Ministries Church, which is located in Yeadon, PA. She was
educated in the schools of Marion, SC and further3ed her
education in Philadelphia under the tutelage of the renowned
Dr. Howard Jameson of the Jameson Bible Institute and
Jameson School of Theology. In 197-, she received a
Bachelor of Theology degree and later received a Doctor of
Philosophy degree from the Jameson Bible Institute. Honorary
doctorate degrees were conferred upon Dr. Graves from the
United Theological Seminary and the Seashore Bible College.
SHE IS THE MOTHER of six adult children, a
grandmother to 10 grandchildren, and great grandmother
to eight great grandchildren, all of whom are pleased
and proud of the positive empowerment produced
from the lifelong leadership of Dr. Evelyn Graves.
All that has been accomplished by this great woman of God is
often quoted by her from the book of Zechariah 4:6 “…Not by
might, nor by power, but, by my spirit, saith the Lord of hosts.”
BiographyDr. Evelyn Graves
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EvelynCassandra
Williams-Graves
Dr. MelindaGraves-
Story
Dr.Cassandra
Graves
JohnGraves
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JeanGraves-Jones
ReneeGraves
DerrickGraves
Dr.BarryStory
Carol
Samuel
SamanthaJones
JohnGraves
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MelynndaGraves
JabarGrave
AnthonyCoker
OmarGraves
JondreaGaves
MichaelNance
MirandaNance
MarilynGraves
rres
Stephine LisaCirwithen
DanielleGraves
DiaraGraves
JahniaGraves -Robinson
JacoleCorbett
Graves Gaves
JadaGraves
DevynGraves
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Kearn
MauriceCorbett
JaimerGraves
CalebCorbett
HaroldRobinson
JahniaRobinson
JalenRobinson
KaylaRobinson
ColinRobinson
Genogram Symbols
TwinsMale Female AdoptedChild
FosterChild
Pregnancy Miscarriage Death
Family Tree
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Family Pictures
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EPHESIANS 6:10-18***I’M STILL STANDING***
Musical Interlude.............................................................................Norma R. Hill, Vincent White EGDP & EGMC
Introduction of Clergy, Dais, and Family.............................Evangelist/Trustee Michael Billups, Sr Evelyn Graves Ministries Church
Introduction of Mistress of Ceremony..........................................................Dr. Cassandra Graves Evelyn Graves Ministries Church
Mistress of Ceremony..................................................................Honorable State Representative Louise Williams-Bishop 192nd Legislative District WURD Radio Personality
The Invocation.............................................................................Apostle C.A. Smith, Sr., Pastor Gate to Heaven Ministry, Inc.
The Lord’s Prayer................................................................................................Bro. Ross B. Hill Evelyn Graves Ministries Church
Kingdom Greetings................................................................................Evangelist Sharon Flythe Evelyn Graves Ministries Church Banquet Chairwoman
Special Presentation......................................................................................................Drill Team Elegant Cavaliers
Processional of Honoree......................................................................................Dr. Evelyn Graves Evelyn Graves Ministries Church
Musical Selection...................................To God Be The Glory.......................Reginald Morrow Sharon Baptist Church
***DINNER IS SERVED***
Guest Artist............................................................................................................Tamika Patton
Piano Medley..................Theme Songs of E.G.D.P...................Norma R. Hill, Musical Director Evelyn Graves Drama Productions
PROGRAMME
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Musical Selection............................................................EGMC Combined Choir & Alumni Choir I’m Still Standing
Proclamations...........................................................................................Dr. Cassandra Graves Evelyn Graves Ministries
President Barack ObamaUnited States of America
Honorable Mayor Michael NutterCity of Philadelphia
Honorable State Representative Anthony Hardy Williams
8th Senatorial District
Honorable State Representative Ronald G. WatersState Representative
191st Legislative District
Honorable State Representative Louise Williams-BishopState Representative
192nd Legislative District
Interpretive Dance....................Never Would Have Made It.......................................Nia Grays Evelyn Graves Christian Daycare
Dramatic Presentation................................................Evelyn Graves Drama Productions & Friends
Musical Medley..................................................................EGMC Combined Choirs & Alumni Choir
Expressions of Appreciation.......................(2 mins max).........Guests/Pastors/Community/Family
Musical Tribute...................................................................................................................Violinist Austin Lightfoot
Presentations & Awards
Expressions of Gratitude...................................................................................Dr. Evelyn Graves Rev. Dr. Melinda Graves-Story Evelyn Graves Ministries Church
Benediction.......................................................................................................Rev. Edward Mack Deliverance Evangelistic Church
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t Men
u Appetizer Cavatelli Pasta with Sun Dried Tomatoes, Pine Nuts, and Pesto Sauce. Salad Toss Garden Salad with Rosemary Vingeratte Entree Boneless Breast of Chicken, Apple and Corn Bread Filling, Grand Marnier Sauce. orPan Seared Salmon, Pommery Sauce, Mango and Papaya Slaw.Chief Presentation of Vegetables and Starch Bakery Rolls and Creamery Butter. Dessert Carrot Cake Beverages Sweetened Ice Tea, Fresh Brewed Coffee, and Tea.
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• Dr. Evelyn Graves, CEO
• Dr. Cassandra Graves
• John W. Graves, Jr.
• Shirley Tyson
Board Of Directors
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A Tribute
Lester Warren Jackson April 28 1927 - October 23 2009
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DramaEvelyn Graves Drama Productions is associated with Pennsylvania Council on the Arts;
Philadelphia Cultural Fund; Greater Philadelphia Urban Affairs Coalitions; Council for Korean Churches; International Association of Blacks-N-
Dance; The Association of American Cultures (TAAC); EPIC Stakeholders; Department of Behavioral Health; National Black Theatre Network and NAACP.It was established in 1971, to develop hidden talents and present participants and audiences alike with a true cultural enriching experience from the stage. The drama productions is a grass roots organization established to present and preserve the arts through educational development, artistic programming and inspirational motivation.
Forty Years of Legacy
1 9 7 0 -
1974 Rapture
1974 Rapture
1973 Choir
1973 Choir
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70’s Drill Team 70’s Drill Team at the Academy of Music
Dr. Graves at a Banquet
Dr. Graves at a Banquet in 1978
Dr. Graves at a Banquet
Drama Club Foundation Members
Drama Club Membership Card
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1st Drama Award
Prayer Warriors
Drama Club in Oakland CA
Drama Club in Oakland CA
Drama Club in Oakland CA
Drama Club in Oakland CADrama Club in Oakland CA
Drama Club in Oakland CA
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1989 Marilyn Graves as Mary in “Crucifixion”
Drama Club Banquet
1990 Drama Club performance
1990 Drama Club in South Carolina
1990 Drama Club performance
1989 Drama Club trip to California
1989 Drama Club trip to California
1989 Drama Club trip to California
1989 Drama Club trip to California
1989 Drama Club trip to California
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1996 trip to Seoul, Korea
1990 Drama Club in Canada
1990 Drama Club Props
1990 Drama Convention
1990 Drama Convention
1990 Drama Convention
1990 Drama Convention
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1990 Dr. Graves
1995 Drama Performance
1997 Drama Music Convention Dr. Graves & Fred Blaine
1990 Drama Club
Drama Club in Canada
1990 Dr. Graves
Dr. Graves
2003 Dr. Graves
Page 24 2008 Drama Club on TBN TV Network
2007 Drama Club Cruise
2005 Drama in South Carolina2005 Drama in South Carolina
2009 Drama Club Cruise
2009 Drama Club
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Dr. Graves 1970
1980 Chester Avenue Church
Church Ministry
1989 Ground Breaking Ceremony, 50th & Woodland
1989 Ground Breaking Ceremony, 50th & Woodland1989 Ground Breaking Ceremony, 50th & Woodland
1989 Ground Breaking Ceremony, 50th & Woodland
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1990 South Carolina Church Planting
1990 South Carolina Church Planting1990 South Carolina Church Planting
1990 South Carolina Church Planting
1990 South Carolina Church Planting
1990 South Carolina Church Planting
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1990 Yeadon Church Dedication
1990 Yeadon Church Dedication
1990 Yeadon Church Dedication
1990 Yeadon Church Dedication
1990 Yeadon Church Dedication
1990 Yeadon Church Dedication
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1990 Church Ministry
1990 Church Ministry
1998 Blue Mountain Baptism
1998 Blue Mountain Baptism
1998 Blue Mountain Baptism
1998 Blue Mountain Baptism
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2001 Church Ministry2005 NAACP Awards
2008 NAACP Community Award Ceremony
2005 NAACP Awards
2008 Dr. Graves with State Rep. Ron Waters 2008 NAACP Community Award Ceremony
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TV Ministry with Helen Fleming
Virginia Beach Church Vacation
Virginia Beach Church Vacation
Virginia Beach Church Vacation
Virginia Beach Church Vacation
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1993 Youth Ministry
Youth Ministry
1993 Youth Ministry
1993 Youth Ministry1993 Youth Ministry
1993 Youth Ministry
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1993 Youth Ministry
1990’s Youth Choir - Voices of Tomorrow
1990’s Youth Choir - Voices of Tomorrow
1990’s Youth Choir - Voices of Tomorrow
1990’s Youth Choir -Unity Day
1995 Youth Choir -Race for the cure
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1980 Academy
Academy
1988 Academy
1988 Academy
1997 Academy EGCA Graduation
1997 Academy EGCA Graduation
1997 Academy EGCA Graduation
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2010 Academy EGCA Graduation
2010 Academy EGCA Graduation
2010 EGCA Staff
Dr. Graves & Daughter at 2010 Day Care Prom
Academy Alumni2010 Career Day
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2009 Academy Day Camp
1997 Academy Egca Graduation
1990’s Academy Friendship Day
1990’s Academy Friendship Day
1990’s Academy Friendship Day
1990’s Academy Friendship Day
Globe Times Article 2009
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2009 Summer Camp
2009 Summer Camp
2009 Summer Camp
2009 Summer Camp
2009 Summer Camp
2009 Summer Camp
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DayCare
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Congratulatory Ads
Ethel Briscoe Elizabeth LeeChrisine ChasteenNiecy Beckles LeeDorothy Daniels Catherine Deckles Elizabeth Dunaway Alfreda Hicks Geraldine Williams
Naomi MacDowelNancy MosleyDorothea OliverJames RushBeth SlaughterEleanor Johnson Robert KerseyFrances TalleyFrances Theresa Williams
And the LORD shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered
garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not.Isaiah 58:11
CongratulationsDr. Evelyn Graves for 40 years
of Intense Ministry
Out of your Love and Faithfulness
to God, through Prayers and Fasting,
“Freshwater Ministries”
was birthed
Dr. Sydney Stevenson
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CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU AS YOU CELEBRATE OVER 40 YEARS OF FAITHFUL DEDICATED SERVICE IN THE FIELD OF CHRISTIAN
DRAMA AND PASTORAL MINISTRY.
I APPLAUD AND HONOR YOU FOR YOUR CONSISTENT DEDICATED COMMITMENT TO THE MINISTRY OF CHRISTIAN DRAMA IN SPITE OF THE MANY CHANGES THAT HAVE TAKEN PLACE IN MINISTRY TODAY. I BELIEVE THAT GOD CALLED AND ANOINTED YOU TO
MINISTER HIS WORD IN DRAMA. FOR THIS, WE SALUTE YOU FOR “STAYING ON THE WALL” WHEN MANY CAME DOWN OFF THE WALL AND SETTLED FOR OTHER CONTEMPORARY STYLES OF MINISTRY.
DR. GRAVES BE BLESSED AND CONTINUE TO MINISTER AS UNTO THE LORD; FOR “GREAT IS HIS FAITHFULLNESS TO YOU”. I AM
CONTINUALLY PRAYING FOR YOU.
CONGRATULATIONS DR. GRAVES FOROVER 40 YEARS OF SERVICE!
P. O. Box 3863Antioch, CA 94531-3863(925) 978-7356 Office(925) 978-2729 Fax(925) 783-8098 [email protected]
Educating, Empowering & Equipping
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We Salute You Dr. Graves for being A Woman of Purpose
May the Lord’s Purpose Prevail In Your Life
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2534 22nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19132Clarence C. Gleason (Manager)
“A New Generation Quality”
Website: www.turaymfc.com
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Mother Mary Edwards
George Massey
Terrance Webster
Cynthia Webster
Crystal Carter Webster
Mary Brownlee
Khalil Brownlee
Omika Barnes
Syretta Smith
Lillian Carter
Marie Smith
Paret Williams
De’Cheryl Swift
Kaprie Barnes
Marisal Baretto
Lawrence Webster
Ashley Malcolm
Sheila Jones
Murice Scott
Shantel Roberts
Andrea Greene
Tanya McLaughlin
Kieta Greene
Naomi Johnson
Marisal Pagan
Kathleen Yanzuk
And He brought forth His people with joy, His chosen ones with a joyful shout Psalms 105:45
From Sister Deborah Webster, Family & Friends
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5201 WHITBY AVENUE
In the Heart of the Community with the Community in our Hearts!
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA, 19143
Congratulations and Best Wishes to:Dr. Evelyn C. GravesAs she celebrates her
40th Anniversary
215.747.5200
Branch Office 500 West 22nd Street
Chester (Upland), PA 19013
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There will never be another Dr. Evelyn Graves in this World. There was never a mold used to create you. There was only an image, which God had of whom he
wanted you to be. Dr. Graves, if we might for a moment tell you how important you are in our lives, then maybe, just maybe,
you’ll understand.You were not an accident, nor an abortion of
thought: nor were you the product of God making some error of judgment. Quite the contrary, you
were made purposefully for the sake of the Evelyn Graves Ministries Church family as well as
numerous other ministries you’ve either started, or were started because of your relationship with
others.
God deemed you relevant and we stand on that fact. For if he deemed you so important, then by relationship, we your work sake are important to God also. We thank you for your love and leadership. We thank you for humility and grace. We thank you for your protection and direction. We thank you for the many years of
prayer.
Though there are many things that we could thank you for, the most important thing that we are so blessed by is your allowing God to use you his way, for this time, and
this people and in this world. So know that we hold you in the highest esteem. Dr. Graves, you have nurtured the both of us with love. Now in our lives, we can both truly say with reason,
YOU ARE OUR INSPIRATION.
Dr. Graves,You are
With Love & Devotion from your Son & DaughterBarry & Melinda
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Dear Pastor Graves:In recognizing how blessed you are as a chosen vessel of “The Almighty Power”,
I am delighted to extend my heart-felt congratulations in celebration of your “Fortieth Anniversary”.
Reminiscing your wonderful accomplishments, under the calling of God,I am assured and re-assured that: “Yes, God Is Real”.
There is none like him.
I take the opportunity to wish you God’s continued blessings, that all your hopes, dreams,
and aspirations yet to come, will be manifested under the anointing ofHis “Powerful Right Hand”.Deacon James Shepard
Leesburg COGICLeesburg, FL
WAY OF LIFE COMMUNITY CENTER
“Your Expectations Will Out Last Your Situation”
Pastor Carl & Guinevere Bright
North Charleston, South Carolina
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In Honor of Our Founder Dr. Evelyn Graves
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Dr. GravesCongratulation on all your
accomplishments
610-328-4300
856-627-7689
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CONGRATULATIONS DR. EVELYN C. GRAVES. Thank You for your love, guidance and support.
We are eternally grateful.
I pray that God, who gives peace, will make you completely holy. And may your spirit, soul, and body be kept healthy and faultless until our Lord Jesus Christ returns. The one who chose you can be trusted, and he will do this. 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24
Sam, Jean and Samantha Jones
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For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have
ministered to the saints, and do minister. Hebrews 6:10
To Dr. Evelyn Graves, aPastor, a mother, a friend and coworker in the gospel, I thank my God upon every remembrance of you. As early as childhood you have always maintained being a Godly example. Your source of strength, encouragement and tenacity, has guided countless of thousands of lives including mine. Because of your love and obedience to God, it has caused me
as a son in the Gospel to flourish and mature as a man of God. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers. My sincere faithfulness and loyalty will always be true to you.
Happy 40th anniversary to a woman of God who is so deserving and appreciated.
I pray you live as long as you want, and never want as long as you live!
Oh Queen Evelyn! Live Forever! Because of the bleeding side of Calvary, Your son in the Gospel
Dr. Kenneth Porter
3951 Haverford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-222-0420
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Evelyn Graves Ministries Church
And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against
it. Matthew 16:18
Building Faith, Family and Fellowship on the principles and promises of God’s Word
We salute for 40 years of dedicated Christian service to the Ministry of:
Mitchell Baptist Church Church Telephone 1400 N. 29th Street (215) 235-0598 Philadelphia, PA, 19121 (215) 235-2567 (fax)
Rev. James N. Graves, Pastor
Congratulations!
Dr. Evelyn Graves
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CONGRATUALTIONS
Dr. Evelyn Graves On Your “40th Anniversary”
Dr. Willie Richardson, Senior Pastor and Founder
Patricia Richardson, First Lady
“We believe the Bible to be the inspired Word of God and our only infallible authority. We believe the Lord, Jesus Christ and the Bible should have the place of pre-eminence in the church, home and each person’s life. By doing this, there is a happy, useful victorious Christian testimony.”
SUNDAY WORSHIP HOURS
Morning Worship ……………………………………………..6:30 a.m.; 8:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m.
Sunday School ……………………………………………………..…………….8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Evening Worship………………………………………………………………….7:30 p.m.
Christian Stronghold Baptist Church 4701 Lancaster Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19131
Phone: (215) 877-1530 Fax: (215) 878-7470 Website: www.christianstronghold.com
Christian Stronghold Baptist Church “Glorifying Christ, Amplifying the Bible and Edifying the People Through Cells”
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Congratulations! Dr. Evelyn Graves, on behalf of Dr. James and Lady Carolyn A. Rorie and the Faith Deliverance Cathedral Family, we extend a cordial congratulations on 40 years of Ministry! We pray that you personally witness a mighty move of God, during your celebration of such an extraordinary woman of God. We are extremely excited in this season, because we have the opportunity to honor and cherish a Pastor - “ whom is truly a woman after Gods own heart.” It is an honor and a privilege to support you in this ostentatious and historical occasion. We encourage you, Dr. Graves to lift up the name of Jesus and cele-brate! We pray that your life be enriched and highly blessed, knowing that the presence of God filled every aspect of your 40 years of extraordinary Minis-try.
Blessings & Prayers,
Dr. James A. Rorie, Lady Carolyn A. Rorie
and The Cathedral Family
3051 N. 24th Avenue Hollywood, Florida
33020 E-Mail: [email protected] / Website:www.FDCMinistries.org
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Congratulations ! Mom,
Grandmom, Mother-in –law,
Mentor and Friend
Fight a good fight for the faith and claim eternal life. God offered it to you
when you clearly told about your faith, while so many people listened.
1 Timothy 6:12
From the Graves & Jones Families
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MARION SOUTH CAROLINA
SUMMER YOUTH MISSIONBLUFF & FOXBORO ROAD
MARION SOUTH, CAROLINA
MISSION FOR AGES 5 & UP….
TRAINING YOUTH TO BECOME
“CHAMPIONS FOR CHRIST”
DR. EVELYN GRAVES, FOUNDEREVANG. SHARON FLYTHE, DIRECTRESS
Dr. Evelyn Graves
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As your Armor Bearers, We Salute You
Pastor, we honor you for forty years of service to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God knew He could trust you. He knew that not only
would you do that which was pleasing in his sight, but that you would lead his people in the way that was right.
You have borne the "Fruit of the Spirit". For we have witnessed much Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering, Gentleness, Goodness, Meekness,
Temperance and FAITH in your life.
On this day, We glory in Christ for the finished work of the cross and this season of celebration in your honor
We Love you
Pastor's Aide Committee
Evang. Sharon Flythe, Darlene Walker Vanessa King, Deborah Webster,,Tanya Witherspoon. Assistants: Dr. Tracy Becoat, Evang. Vance Evans,
Regina Rideout, & Theresa Hill
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If it were not for our teachers, where would we be?Thrust into the jaws of life, without a destiny
Ignorant of the things we need to help us as we growNo knowledge of the road ahead, on our journey we would go
But God saw fit to send us you, to help us to succeedAnd now our lives have been restored, our spirits have been freed
For you sought not fame nor fortune, or even vain filled gloryBut you taught that even the least of us could have a success story
Dear Dr. Graves,The great commission to go and teach all
NationsWill forever be our service to the body of Christ
For “We gain understanding through his precepts”Psalms 119:104
PASTOR
With Love & Honor from Sister Brenda Thomas andThe Evelyn Graves Ministries Church Sunday School Department
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Thanks for being a pioneer in the area of introducing dance in the church.We bless God for your wisdom and teachings to praise God through dance.
Congratulations on 40 years of ministry
Love the EGMC Praise Dancers
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On November 16, 2009 my one and a half year old grandson
was rushed to CHOP hospital. The doctors found that he was
in need of a new heart. He was kept on life support for 21
days. Dr. Graves and the Evelyn Graves Ministries Church
family all prayed for Zion to receive a new heart. He received
his new heart on May 16, 2010 and came home on June 16,
2010. Zion is a happy little two year old, running around the
house telling everybody “no”. Dr. Graves, my family and I can’t
thank you enough. Your prayers and kindness are giving Zion
another chance at life and to one day say, “yes” to the Lord!!
Congratulations on forty years of faithfulness to God! We love you.
Debra Lane & The Riddick Family
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Medical Services4th Street Medical Suite 1401 2. 4th Street, 4th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-339-1079
Chinatown Medical Services 930 Washington Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-627-8000
Frankford Ave. Health Center 4500-10 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-744-1302
Hunting Park Health Center 1999 W. Hunting Park Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19140 215-228-9300
Southeast Health Center 800 Washington Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-339-5100
Wilson Park Health Center 2520 Snyder Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19145 215-755-7700
Woodland Ave. Health Center 5000 Woodland Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19143 215-726-9807
Dental ServicesFrankford Ave. Dental Center 4510 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-535-1990
Hunting Park Dental Center 1999 W. Hunting Park Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19140 215-229-1390
Snyder Ave. Dental Center 640 Snyder Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19148 215-334-4900
Wilson Park Dental Center 2520 Snyder Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19145 215-755-6866
Behavioral Health ServicesAl-Assist Behavioral Healthcare Center 1401 S. 4th Street, 2nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-339-1070
Al-Assist Behavioral Healthcare Center 4500-10 Frankford Avenue, 2nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-831-9882
Child Development ServicesWoodland Academy Child Development Center 5401-09 Grays Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19143 215-726-6646
Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc.Celebrates the 40th Pastoral Anniversary of
Dr. Evelyn Graves
Providing Primary, Dental, and Behavioral HealthcareGPHA Services:
• Pediatrics• Adult Medicine• GYN Services• Podiatry• Geriatrics• Pharmacy Services• Nutrition Counseling
• Physical Exams• HIV/AIDS• Pre-Natal Care• Asthma Care• Immunizations
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To A True Mother In Zion;For the many years,
spanning decades, I thank you.
From “Come to Him” as my Sunday School Teacher, to the Commission to “Go Ye” into Evangelism as my Pastor, my
gratitude.
With Love Evangelist Wanda Jones King,
The A.R.M.S., Inc.Angel Resource Mission
Services, www.thearmsinc.org
To A True Mother In Zion;For the many years,
spanning decades, I thank you.
From “Come to Him” as my Sunday School Teacher, to the Commission to “Go Ye” into Evangelism as my Pastor, my
gratitude.
With Love Evangelist Wanda Jones King,
The A.R.M.S., Inc.Angel Resource Mission
Services, www.thearmsinc.org
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SimoneThese 2 card are for SonoraShe gets ½ page
SimoneThese 2 card are for SonoraShe gets ½ page
Congratulations Dr. Graves
On 40 years of “Dedicated
Ministry”
Eternal Love
Sonora Lacey
Congratulations Dr. Evelyn Graves
from
Joanne McCall
Congratulations Dr. Evelyn Graves
from Nicki
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Thank you for excellent leadership, mentoring, and love for the Youth
Choir of the Evelyn Graves Ministries.
To Our Pastor Dr. Evelyn Graves
Congratulations on 40
years of faithful ministry.Sister Karen Hill,
Director
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Celebrating You!!Dr. Evelyn Graves
on 40 years of fulfilling the missionGod gave you to do.A mission well done.
The MissionariesPresident: Mother Daisy Nealy
Secretary: Sis. Veleda PurcellPsalms 41:1-3
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Congratulating you Dr. Evelyn Graves
On 40 years of “Dedicated Ministry”
To God be the glory. God richly bless you.
The Mother’s Board
Titus 3:3-5
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Congratulations Dr. GravesWe praise you in Jesus name.EGMC CHURCH CHOIR
PSALMS 95:1-2
O come, let us sing unto the LORD:
let us make a joyful noise
to the rock of our salvation.
Let us come before his presence with
thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise
unto Him with psalms.
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Congratulations!! Pastor Graves on your 40th anniversary.
We honor you and the Christ in you and how you stood the test of time.
It is through your Love, Leadership and Prayers that we have grown and continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord.As the scripture says “eye has not seen,
ear has not heard, neither has it entered the hearts of man the things that God has in store for you”.At this time we wish you all the blessings that
God has in store for you.We Love and Esteem you highly
Men’s Bible Class, Evang. Michael Billups,
Instructor
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Congratulation to Dr. Evelyn Graves
For a day in your courts is better than a thousand.
I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God,
than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.
Psalms 84:10
Love,
EGMCUshers & Greeters
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Congratulations!!!To “The Pioneer of Drama”: Drama Mama, Dr. Graves.
We salute you for your 40 years of love and labor to God and His
people. Millions of lives have been Transformed, through your ministry
of Drama, Church, School, GED program, Day-care and more.
“Now it’s Your Time to Rest, Relax, be Renewed and Refreshed”.
But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you!
Eternal Love: “Transformed Women of Divine Destiny”
Evelyn Graves Women’s Ministry:
L’Tanya Billups/TWODD
1 Peter 5:10-
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on your 40 years of steadfast service in the Lord.
The impact of your ministry
has spanned this globe.
Many Pastors, Evangelist,
Teachers, Missionaries
and Ministries
are where they are today
because of your commitment to the call of God.
We celebrate you
and the Christ in you for all you have done.
Much will be shared about your great
accomplishments,
but no one can capture it all.
Continue to be steadfast, unmovable,
always abounding in the work of the Lord.
Congratulations Pastor Graves
Deacons/Trustees of EGMCDeacon Anthony Walter, Chairman
Deaconess Vermell Keitt, Evang./Trustee Michael Billups,
Trustee Robert Frisby
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The Evelyn Graves Ministries Bible SchoolCelebrates 40 years of Ministry with our Pastor and Founder
Dr. Evelyn GravesHeaven and earth will pass away, but my word will not pass away.
Matthew 24:35
We invite you to study the word of God with us.
Classes meet Thursdays at 6:30pm
Evelyn Graves Ministries Bible School
West Cobbs Creek Parkway & Whitby Avenue
Yeadon, PA 19050
For more information call:(215) 727-7796
Rev. Emanuel Brinson, Director
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The Worship Leaders
Congratulations
Dr. Evelyn Graves on 40 years in faithful ministry
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The Ministers of Evelyn Graves Ministries rejoice in the commemoration of your 40 years of faithful service to God and mankind. You have shown us, through your life’s example, how to become servants of God who exhibit, among other things, strength of character, grace, servitude, humility and faith in God. Moreover, your steadfast adherence to that passage of scripture in Zechariah 4:6, “….not by might nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of host,” has taught us to expect the miraculous!
Evelyn Graves Ministries Church
Rev. Dr. Melinda Graves-Story
Rev. Emanuel Brinson
Evangelist Sharon Flythe
Evangelist Vance Evans
Evangelist Michael Billups
Evangelist Thelma Swinson
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…is extremely proud of our rich legacy comprising local and international troupe tours presenting
and preserving the cultural and performing arts Still Standing 1971 -present
Founder Executive Director………………………………… Dr. Evelyn C Graves Associate Director………………………………………… Dr. Cassandra D GravesMusical Director………………………………………………Sis Norma Richelle Hill
www.evelyngravesdramaproductions.com 5447 Chester Ave Philadelphia, PA 19143
215-727-7796
CongratulationsKeepers of the Culture
Evelyn GravesDrama Productions
EGDP Board of Directors
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Evelyn Graves School of Performing Arts of Philadelphia
Salutes a Great Leader
We proudly celebrate the Performing Arts with you from 1971 to present
215-727-7796
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IN YOUR
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
DR EVELYN GRAVES
OF 28 YEARS
OF MINISTRY & 40 YEARS OF DRAMA
CONGRATULATIONS
APOSTLE & CO-PASTOR SMITH
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:00 A.M.MORNING WORSHIP 10:30 A.M.EVENING AS SCHEDULED
TUESDAY BI-WEEKLYMINISTER TRAINING 7:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY NEW MEMBER CLASS 7:00 P.M.PRAYER 7:30 P.M.BIBLE STUDY 8:00 P.M.
FRIDAY SERVICEHEALING & DELIVERANCE 7:30 P.M.SHUT IN PRAYER BI-WEEKLY 12:00 A.M.
EVERY FIRST SATURDAY WOMEN OF WOW 11:00AM
CHURCH # 215-387-8770FAX # 215-387-3958EMAIL: [email protected]: GATE2HEAVEN.WEBS.COM
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Dear Dr. Graves,Thank you for continuing to stand in spite of… Your tenacity, determination, and loyalty to God’s Kingdom work is infectious! I am so glad God led me to your ministry and gave me the strength to stay and stand. Congratulations Dr. Graves on your 40th Anniversary keep on standing because your work
and living is not in vain…
Randolph Walters & Associates, LLCTracy Becoat, D.Min., MSW, LSWPsychotherapist Children, Adolescent, Marriage, Couples & Family Therapy Doctorate in Ministry to Marriage and Family• Master of Social Work• Licensed Social Worker• Over twenty years of experience in working with children and families• Conduct Relationship Seminars• Facilitate self esteem and parenting workshops• Author of book Entitled “Between Two Loves The Struggle”
Dr. Tracy Becoat
1980 North 63rd St, Suite 200Philadelphia, PA 19151Phone (610) 955-4393
Fax (215) [email protected]
www.randolphwalters.com
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STATE REPRESENTATIVE
RONALD G. WATERS 191st Legislative District
Salutes
The Evelyn Graves Ministries Church Family For
Forty Years of Dedicated Service to God and the Community
And to
Dr. Evelyn C. Graves For your vision, leadership and love of God and his people
May God continue to bless and keep you
and your congregation!!
District Office: Committees: Capitol Office: Professional Licensure, Liquor Control 6027 A Ludlow Street Committee, Judiciary Committee, House of Representatives Philadelphia, PA 19139 Children & Youth, Health & Human Services, Room 328 Tele: 215-748-6712 Majority Subcommittee Chairman K. Leroy Irvis Office Bldg. Fax: 215-748-1687 on Health & Human Services, Harrisburg, PA 17120 E-mail: [email protected] Region 2 NBCSL, Chairman Tele: 717-772-985
PA Legislative Black Caucus, Chairman Fax: 717-783-1516
…and I say also unto thee, that thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall
not prevail against it. Matthew 16:18
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Congratulations to the Keepers of the Culture
Evelyn Graves Drama Productions and Dr. Evelyn Graves,
A brilliant Beautiful Woman I respect and admire greatly
Ronald Hart
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Morrow & Robinson PhotographyFine Photography & Video Productions4627 Baltimore Avenue * Philadelphia, PA 19143
Phone: (215) 382-1122-- Fax: (215) 382-1121
Email: [email protected]
Fine Photography specializes in:
• Photorestoration • Church & community events
• Children’s events • Personalized wedding photography Video
• Graduation portraits • Glamour
• Creative family portraits • Portfolios
• Political events • Pet pictures
• Instant Passport
Congratulation to Dr. Evelyn Graves
for 40 years of dedicated ministry
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Ackn
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ents Banquet Chairwoman,
Evang. Sharon Flythe
Assistant to Banquet Chairwoman, Dr. Tracy Becoat
Correspondence Administrator, Dr. Melinda A. Graves-Story
Pastor’s Aide Committee
Banquet Committee Staff & Men’s Support Group
Assistance to Catering and Fundraising, Betty Ames, Philip Sampson, Denise Orr
Greeters, Hostesses and Hospitality Committee
Sound Technician, Lloyd Billups
Alumni Choir Musical Director/Pianist/Organists, Minister Vincent White, Minister David Winslow, Sis. Richelle Hill
Alumni Choir Musical Director Choir Directors, Pastor Caprice Griggs, Pastor Delores Burger, Sis. Caprice Griggs, Jr. Clarey Smalls
Alumni/Choir Drummer, Anthony (Spike) McCrae, Ahnye Armstrong
Alumni/Choir Guitar, Lloyd Billups
Correspondence Coordinator, Evang. Vance Evans, Sis. Sabrina Speights
Limousine Service
Banquet Photographer, Reginald Morrow Photography, Merrique Photography
Banquet Booklet Committee, Regina Rideout, Darlene Walker, Theresa Hill, Evang. Vance Evans I would like to extend my sincere appreciation and heartfelt thanks to a dedicated Pastor’s Aide Committee, banquet coordinators, and those who thought it not robbery to give of their time, finances, and devotion to make our Pastor’s 40th Anniversary a success. Also, thank you Hilton Hotel for your continual support to the Evelyn Graves Ministries Church.
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