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03 Founder’s Page 04 Unified in Excellence 06 Letters to the Editor 08 Be Aware of Human Trafficking 10 Diabetes Information 11 Crack is in Tha House 14 Sinners Wanted Opening 16 Pastor Jamal Bryant 22 Kimmie Awards 26 Twists of Love 28 2019 Essence Festival 30 Healing Heart 32 A Touch of Youth Teen Fashion 34 Ashley Rios of Sinners Wanted 38 The Birth of Fred Hammond 42 The Ultimate Women’s Expo 44 When Enough is Enough 45 Kimberly West 46 108 Praise Radio 48 The Journey of Oasis Montagé

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Welcome to an amazing season of grace and favor. The Goodness of God has manifested into a multitude of blessings. This is the 9th year celebration of the Oasis Montagé Magazine and we are grateful and thankful that God pushed us through with our mind stayed on Him. This journey has been a faith walk and the seeds we planted have blossomed with a majestic mission of completion. The non-profit, Oasis Montagé Ministries organization had a busy year, Oasis fed the homeless, the women of the domestic violence shelter, and the churches with the food pantry. For 2 years, we maintained a children’s Wsummercamp and thanks to 108 Praise Radio, the children produced and aired a radio show. In December, 2018, we blessed more than 600 children with toys to economically challenged children. The Oasis Montagé Ministries produced 3 sold out stage plays as well as unify broken homes through our CASA work. As we dedicate the July/August/September issue to our anniversary, we want to we want to share the fruits of joy announcing our partnership with ClarkeTV and Visions 105.1 syndicated radio station. Oasis Montagé Radio Talkshow is now live on the TV and radio air spot. You can find our new App and watch the shows on several platforms. The App can be uploaded on www.108praiseradio.com. You can view all previous shows Sextrafficking is one of the stories you will find in this on the App as well as YouTube. issue along with a stage play called, Angels Palace. The Our Partnership has manifested an empire ordained by stage play is to bring awareness about an epidemic that God. It is very challenging for people to come together, but has hit the city of Atlanta. In this issue, take a glance at the when you have like-minded, sky is the limit. beautiful fashions and hairstyles that will keep you cool The Feature cover story takes our readers onto a this summer. The Oasis Montagé media staff covered events journey with the new Sr. Pastor of New Birth Church; such as the Kimmie Awards, Women’s Expo, The Trumpet Pastor Jamal Bryant. Since December, he has made major Awards, and the movie Sinner’s Wanted. accomplishments in the city of Atlanta; one of which is Look for our winter issue, this is the 6th year that Oasis feeding homeless people, providing the homeless and Montagé Magazine media staff has taken you on a journey to economically challenged families with clothing, jobs and the Essence Festival, New Orleans, LA. scholarships. Pastor Bryant is not just a preacher, but this “As God reveals your journey and purpose, remember man of God walks by faith and does what His father has to use the biblical wisdom tools to be a conqueror. Always ordained him to do. During the Superbowl in January, remember you are a servant first and to walk by faith and Pastor highlighted sextrafficking and opened his first not by sight.” television show on the Word Network with interviews from 2 survivors. Clarice Carolyn Jones

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Media ExcellenceExcellence with ClarkeTV, Visions 105.1, and Oasis Montagé Magazine By Ramsies

“Excellence is a state of mind. It is the unfailing drive that refuses mediocrity and embraces magnificence. Excellence is the 2nd wind that overcomes exhaustion. We are about our Father’s business; the evidence of Excellence.” Partners, Courtney Clark of 108 Praise Radio/ClarkTV, Claudia DaRobi, Founder/ CEO of DaRobi House Marketing Media E& Publishing, Clarice Carolyn Jones are a multi-media team with more than 20 years of media and diverse marketing. They are a group that is formed to bring a professional media platform to meet the needs of the consumer. We have effective advertising and marketing strategies that pull a great form of content with effective commercials and eye- catching Ads. There are a lot of TV and Radio platforms, but none can come

4 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 5 lettersHARRIET TuBMAN’s LEgAtocy LIvEs the editor Montagé Aretha Franklin MAGAZINE Jan-feb 2019 I love Aretha Franklin and the article on her life was absolutely wonderful. The history was very well written and it took you on a historical journey of her life Service fightS for She was an amazing women and JuStice EssENcE oF NEw oRLEANs will be missed. THE FALL Jessie, Biloxi, Miss oF BILL ARETHA FRANKLIN MARcH 25, 1942 – AugusT 16, 2018

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I want to tell the publisher of this magazine that I truly There are so many artist and musicians that bring the enjoy all that you cover in your magazine. It is hard to historical times alive. find magazines in the stores that have a true quality and Joann Thomas, Birmingham, AL good content. This magazine has great crisp images and whoever designs the magazine is really creative. I love Love Lady Aretha everything you put in your issues and I am happy to be a There is nothing more amazing than to see someone go subscriber. from being a victim to valor. That is exactly what I think Inger Quinn, Louisville, KY about Aretha Franklin. She is a lady of style and class with a majestic voice that rings from one end of the room I have been a subscriber of Oasis Montagé since 2012 and to another. All eyes and ears are on this amazing woman I am glad you are still printing copies of your magazine. when she walks into a room. She is truly the queen of soul. This last issue really touched my heart especially when For all she has gone through in the industry, there is none I read about Harriet Tubman. The lady called Moses like you lady of grace. May Queen Aretha rest in heaven. has done so much for our people. I am most excited to Star Herring Moore, Tampa FL hear they are putting her face on the postage stamp. She deserves to be honored.. Loving Oasis Montagé Lynn, Sedalia, MO This magazine is absolutely marvelous. I see the journey you have traveled and you have made a difference. Today It was is really great to see all the celebrities at the Essence magazines are seen online and very few are still seen in Festival. To know our heritage is still being honored in outlets. Printing is played out for a lot of publications and New Orleans is absolutely great. We have a lot of great there are very few black magazines. I want to say keep ethnic foods in the southern states but most importantly doing what your doing Oasis Montagé Magazine. The we have a lot of great leaders that come from New Orleans. content looks great and the art department is amazing. Janine Johnson, Colorado Springs, CO —continued on page 13

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Trafficking Photos and Text by Clarice Jones

A tlanta ranks among the top in U.S. cities for human trafficking. During Super Bowl LIII, nearly 200 people were arrested as result of a sting operation held to curtail sex trafficking (often with children) during Super Bowl weekend in Atlanta, earlier this year. As someone whose own 16 year-old great niece was trafficked by her mother (my nephew’s ex girlfriend), who God has blessed me to be able to rescue, I want to become a change agent and collaborate with like-minded individuals who are influencers, to put a stop to this travesty that is enslaving thousands of our women, girls and even our boys and young men around the country and the world. To that end, my theatrical company and Magazine, Oasis Montagé, along with Praise 108 Radio and Visions 105.1, are non-profit organizations coming together to produce the Kickoff concert starring Earth,Wind & Fire review and X-Factor Finalists Lillie McCloud, October 11th, conference October 12 and Angels Palace Stage Play, October 13th 2019. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and we want to maximize awareness of both human trafficking and domestic violence through this conference. We will be working with organizations that work to prevent human trafficking like Georgia Cares or Wellspring Living, to ensure we get in front of middle, high school and even college students. In order to educate and empower people on major issues impacting our community. Sex trafficking is yet another serious issue in our community. We must take a stand to fight what man has done to destroy humanity.

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andFaith The Influence of Art and Fashion in the Religious Community Oasis Montagé Magazine Exclusive Interview: Pastor Jamal Harrison Bryant

By Kimberly J. West • Photos by TBumper & John McClung

16 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 astor Jamal Harrison Bryant is an anointed Pastor, Community Leader, Motivational Speaker, Media Personality, and rising menswear faith-based Style PIcon. During his transition as the newly appointed pastor of New Birth Missionary I would say to Ministries he has taken the Atlanta metro African American men area by storm! Just recently he along with the congregation raised $120,000 to do not allow culture bail out first-time nonviolent offenders to define your manhood in Georgia counties. The motivation but find your identity in behind his effort was due to Pastor Bryant recognizing the church has been your family history. muted in prison reform. He immediately took action requesting financial support from the congregation and stakeholders,

OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 17 features resulting in a large financial donation. Celebrities such as Clifford Joseph Harris—also known as T.I.—teamed up with the church and made nationwide headlines in a matter of days.

Some of his additional initiatives as the newly appointed Pastor include feeding 5000K homeless men and women during a Super Bowl celebration. This was a direct, hands-on approach to facing the needs of this underprivileged community. Pastor Bryant made a huge impact and the church not only served meals but also provided hair styling services. He is definitely not the type of clergyman to stand on the sidelines and wish for a change. Pastor Bryant is proactive and involves the church in efforts that truly matter.

Sex Trafficking is often a hidden topic within the African-American community but this is not the case for Pastor Jamal Harrison Bryant. As a millennial pastor, he is aggressively bringing this issue to light weekly on his network show “Power To The People.”

With a passion for change and personal motto, “Love, Lead, and Live like Christ” he not only inspires the community to strive higher through hands-on outreach but also encourages African- American men to play an active role in the lives around them.

Pastor Jamal Harrison Bryant sat down with Oasis Montagé Magazine to share a few of his

18 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 thoughts about faith and the influence of art and fashion in the religious community. He is not only known for his moving sermons; addressing topics such debt and financial wellness but his personal style is an inspiration to the church weekly. Pastor Bryant can be seen wearing Embroidered Button-Down tops, Tailored Plaid Blazers, or African print shirts. Creating a personal brand through individuality that adds style and flair to his sermons.

On the cover, he is featured wearing the Bespoke Plaid Suit from Connaisseur Paris, Peachtree, Georgia location. The boutique is an apparel business with additional offices in Silver Spring, Maryland.

Can you describe how do fashion and art have a place in the ministry? God was absolutely decadent and creative when you look at the earth and realize that he was mindful of everything in particular. The sky was blue and the grass is green; the flowers are red. He is the original interior decorator. God in creation is in no uncertain terms an artist. All of us should embody in some level an art form. My house, growing up was filled with art and music. My mother called it a sanctuary. It wasn’t always James Cleveland but sometimes it was Aretha Franklin and other times it was Nina Simone. Our walls were always covered with art; it was a reflection of God’s opulence in the earth. When you go into a

OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 19 features sanctuary you’re able to tell it’s a sanctuary not just because of the cross but also because it’s stained glass windows that’s a reflection of the art and culture at that time.

As a pastor, tell us whom do you admire the most and why? The person I admire the most is my grandfather Bishop Harrison James Bryant who at 23 years of age went to the 7th grade. He was the tallest in the class and oldest but was committed to education and in spite of starting late put himself through Wilberforce University and then theological seminary. He was the very first in my family to receive a doctorate degree. I’m very proud of the legacy that he left for our family and I always want to uphold the values that he imparted; I am proud to be carrying his name as Jamal Harrison Bryant.

If you had one piece of advice to share with the younger generation of African-American men, what would you say? I would say to African American men do not allow culture to define your manhood but find your identity in your family history. Research the men in your family find not just their accomplishments but also their failures and build on it. Realize that you are in fact a torchbearer for the next generation. Remember, the generations yet unborn are going to be looking for your model; let them find not just your failure but also your success!

20 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 What is the future for Pastor Jamal Bryant? The future of Pastor Jamal Bryant is absolutely unknown because a year ago I would have had no earthly I do idea that I wouldn’t be living in Baltimore or pastoring Empowerment Temple. I did not know that I would be living in Atlanta pastoring New Birth Missionary Church. So literally not as a cliché or tongue-in-cheek my future is in the hands of God.

How can we learn more about your platform with New Birth Missionary Baptist church? How can we learn more about New Birth Missionary Baptist Church? The very first way you can do it is to come to New Birth! It can’t be explained it can only be experienced. You can find out everything about us on social media through newbirth.org or follow us on Facebook.

More About Pastor Jamal Harrison Bryant: Pastor Jamal Harrison Bryant is the newly appointed pastor of the New Birth Missionary Baptist Church. He is a graduate of Morehouse College and Duke Divinity School. Pastor Bryant is a father and founder of Empowerment Temple Church located in Baltimore, Maryland. Internationally, Pastor Jamal Harrison Bryant has pastored in Africa, France, England, India, and Australia.

OASIS/Montage • August 2019 21 features The Illustrious 2019 Kimmie Awards

The prestigious Fifth Annual Kimmie Awards is dedicated to the illustrious woman, highlighting individuals that guide, curate, and teach in all forms of their career. The 2019 awards honored Mona Scott-Young, Vedo, Porscha Sterling, Meagan Good, and many others. Amazing performances by JJ Dae, Nakuu, Money Sport, Canton Jones, Headkrack, James Wright, Bianca Bonnie, Howard Hewitt, and Ruff Endz.

By Clarice Jones • Photos by Hashaqueena Earth hy p Calvin Finklea Creative Photogra Finklea Creative Calvin

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OASIS/Montage • August 2019 27 features THE 2019 ESSENCE FESTIVAL 25th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION By Carolyn Jones

The 2019 ESSENCE Festival presented by Coca-Cola this year for the 25th anniversary attracted more than half a million nationwide attendees to New Orleans. As always, it is held the Fourth of July weekend. The 25th anniversary had seven 2020 Presidential candidates who joined Power Stage at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The interview with Cory Booker was great. He had a lot to stand on to include reparations for the African Americans. Should Blacks receive reparations? The Forever First Lady Michelle Obama is the first headliner to appear at the Superdome

28 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 that completely sold-out. It was an amazing across New Orleans, and engagement with more interview with host, Gayle King and Michelle than 300 small businesses and local vendors, we was real. She literally told it all. She spoke on her have redefined the Festival as the largest and most personal life married to the man then married to the impactful destination at the epicenter of Black president. She even spoke about going from a normal culture.” living in Chicago to the transition of the royal palace Ebanks continued, “Lastly, in honor of us White House. The transition was to be the same embodying all that Black excellence and culture for the children in an effort to bring normality. She represent beyond entertainment and beauty, we were even spoke about the exit and entrance with number thrilled to reveal the Festival’s official rebrand to the 45. What a lady she is and now a number 1 selling ‘ESSENCE Festival of Culture,’ with a mission to author. inform, inspire and uplift Black women and provide “The 25th anniversary ESSENCE Festival a holistic approach to how we offer and deliver Black represented a truly transformative global culture in every way.” homecoming celebration for Black women and the There is nothing like the Essence Festival. The Black community,” says ESSENCE Chief Executive performances of celebrity artist are absolutely Officer Michelle Ebanks. “This year’s extraordinary amazing. Every year I look forward to Mary J. Blige. turnout reflects ESSENCE’s uniquely powerful She puts so much into every song she sings. The engagement of Black women around personal ESSENCE Festival is definitely a Girl’s Trip where empowerment, community, and culture as only a multitude of women come together and have fun, ESSENCE can. With the debut of 10 new Festival fun, fun and burn up together in the 100-degree experiences, activations at more than 40 venues weather in the sun.

OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 29 features The Healing Heart of

ForeverBy Paula Adnita Friends Williams

What are Friends?

• you can trust • won’t hurt your feelings intentionally, but be kind and respectful • will choose to love you • dependable, loyal and have joy when spending time W• will be there no matter what is going on • can trust to tell the truth, even when it’s hard to be honest • laugh together • cry together • joyful smiles • accepts you, listens to you with good and bad • allows you to grow while being mindful • give advice without judgment • will bring chicken noodle soup when you’re sick • will read the bible and pray for your healing • will care and help you until resolution

In 1978, there were 2 little girls that walked to school together, had sleep overs, jump roped, played jacks, marbles and hopscotch. They kept secrets even in mischief but protected one another. They grew up together knowing life challenges would one day separate them. They encountered boyfriends, marriage and family but kept a lifetime bond and healing heart to remain forever friends. Through the years, they lost contact but vowed to keep the forever friendship bond. From being childhood friends living in Colorado to family moves to include ones overseas, they maintained the knowledge they would keep the faith to one day come together again. After more than 8 years of no contact, God’s amazing grace brought friends back together. When uniting, they found to have very similar family lives; they were both married to pastors. They both have similar medical conditions; Lupus and Multiple Sclerosis. Although the illnesses have no cure, God has been their source of a healing heart that maintains them as forever friends.

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A Touch of Youth Photography: Dana Scott

32 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 33 fashion Ashley Rios Actress of the movie Sinners Wanted IG: Ashley Rios @AshleyRiosActress

Lauren Fells/LilyAnnRivers Photography @lilyannriversphotos

Creative Director/Stylist Caitlin D. Alfred @sincerelycdani

Makeup Artist Danni Sellers @FVArtistry

Nail Technician Ajahmure Clovis @hernailsrock

Wardrobe Assistant Giselle Clovis

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40 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 41 The Ultimate Women’s Expo

Thousands of women come from nationwide to explore the joy of relaxation and rejuvenation while receiving health care tips, make-up tips, fashion and shopping tips, and hair treatments. , The Expo presents fashion shows, hair shows and entertainment of the Apollo show contestants and celebrity performers. The Expo travels to cities such as Atlanta and Chicago. They have keynote speakers that share their beauty tips as well as relationship tips.

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The Organization, “Oasis Speaks,” is a non- profit organization. This organization helps victims of domestic violence receive counseling, and provide resources for support while victims go through transition of stability. The organization provides trainings and motivational speaking. They provide trainings for safety planning, community resources, restraining orders, mentorship, court advocacy and provide counseling for families. Carolyn Jones is a motivational speaker for Oasis Speaks. Moore’s presentations relate to her personal story of being a survivor of domestic violence and her life after abuse.

Jones says, “In my daily walk, I stay close to the Lord and I Let your light so shine before men that they may see my Good works and Glorify Him which is in Heaven.” Matt 5:16. Although Moore had a horrible abusive past, she knows her testimony will help others. She has turned her abuse into a positive tool to educate and empower victims to find refuge and a safe haven. Carolyn’s presentations include skits and full theatrical productions about domestic violence. Her most recent production, Angel’s Palace, a true story, and Women Shoptalk while Real Men Wait, is Jones violence domestic story. She uses theatrical productions to help others visually see how abuse can be fatal. You can find more about Jones’s story in her book, “When Enough is Enough.” To purchase her book, go to Barnes and Nobles, Xlibris.com or Amazon.com.

To book Carolyn Jones, please email her at [email protected] or call 404-996-9112

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Kimberly West is an on-air television STYLE + LIFE + FASHION personality, consultant, and digital influencer. She holds BLOG: www.stylelifefashion.com both a B.S. and M.S. degree in Apparel Merchandising and Design. Follow Style + Life + Fashion @kwest1908 • Facebook Kimberly has represented several lifestyle-related brands • Twitter on news stations such as ABC 2 WMAR, Fox 45 Baltimore, • Instagram ABC 33/40 - Talk of Alabama, WBAL - TV 11, and much • Pinterest more. Lifestyle Expert seen on ABC 3340, Good Day Alabama, Fox In addition, she has been featured on numerous sites such 45, WBAL, and Let’s Talk Live DC as Entrepreuner.com and received awards/nominations.

OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 45 46 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 OASIS/Montagé • August 2019 47 The Journey Oasis Montagé Celebrates Reaching Beyond the Magazine By Carolyn Moore Photos by DMS Creative Solutions: Dana Scott

While taking a spiritual walk on the beach, the sky is clear and the ocean is turquoise blue. As the seagulls pass you by, there are footprints in the sand that all belong to you. The prints are the new journey of Oasis Montagé guiding you through. In deep meditation, you realize these footprints are all brand new Some have said, “Why do you work so hard, this is silly.” Take a closer look and you’ll see a new journey of peace and tranquility

2010 was the start of the Oasis Montagé For the last 2 years Oasis Montagé has launched a radio Magazine. The magazine “that takes you on a lifestyle show and partnered Courtney Clark of the with ClarkTV journey into fashion, arts, entertainment, health, beauty, network. We have covered several redcarpet events, fitness and cultural views.” In 2010, the Oasis Montagé staff interviewed many celebrities as well as travel to cover consisted of 5 women: Carolyn Moore, Wendy Johnson, network awards. We currently host our own television Gwen Moore, Brandi Bazinet and 1 male, Lance Robinson; show, Oasis Montagé Magazine Talkshow. The Oasis staff all of Fayetteville, NC. This staff had no idea where they has received awards and are now certified in broadcasting were headed and how to make their dreams a reality, but with PeopleTV. they did it. After the first publication and an interview with Shemar Moore, the journey began. It was the lights, cameras We are thankful to those who has helped Oasis Montagé and action that took the Oasis Montagé journey into reality. take their readers on a peaceful journey of fashion, arts, Even though I as the Founder encountered military moves, entertainment, health, beauty, fitness, news, sports and Oasis continued to grow. religion.

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Rita Daniels: Great, great, great grand niece of Harriet Tubman