Minnie Jefferson will be the gospel solosit at the Greater Cincinnati Black Marriage Day

Feb. 25, 2010 - PRLog -- Minnie Jefferson of Cincinnati will be the gospel solosit at the Greater Cincinnati Black Marriage Day Weekend Celebration presented by African American Healthy Marriage Coalition of Southwest Ohio presents at the Millennium Hotel on Saturday March 20, 2010.  

Mrs. Minnie L. Jefferson accepted Christ and began singing at the age of ten. She grew up in church in the Cincinnati area and there began singing the “Good News.”  At the age of twelve she sang her first solo on stage with the late James Cleveland. Mahalia Jackson was also in attendance. She has singed in various cities that God has send her and her family; Columbus Ohio, Chicago, Illinois, Bridgewater, New Jersey, Jamaica, WI, and back to Cincinnati. God has blessed her to sing in schools, at church, at work, in groups, and almost every place there is to sing. She has sung in and directed many choirs and led praise and worship in a comtempary setting.

“For as long as I can remember music has been in my life.” Says Mrs. Jefferson, Singing has always played an important role in her life. It’s a way not only to express her feelings and thoughts, but a way to share God’s message through song.  

Mrs. Jefferson is the mother of three sons, ten grand children and one great grand daughter. She is proud of Tom Jefferson, who has been her husband and supporter for over fifty years

Her business life consist of banking; the owner of Integrated Tax Services who provides federal and state tax filing services and Record Keeping services for small businesses. She is also a Realtor representing Parks Realty, Inc.

This year the theme of the celebration is Healthy Black Marriages – Next Generation.  Families, couples, and singles can learn what to teach the youth about relationships and marriage. This will be an exciting, powerful and important event!  The event will also feature Pastor Ealy of Pilgrim Baptist Pastor and Gospel soloist Minnie Jefferson.  Activities include continental breakfast, exhibits, a drama production and workshops.

All activities are FREE and open to the public. All ages are welcome.  Families, couples, singles and youth are encouraged to attend.  Registration is required.  

The Greater Cincinnati Black Marriage Day Celebration is sponsored by Carl H. Lindner Foundation and CareSource Management.  The Core Team Members are Saving African American Families (Lead Agency), Beech Acres Parenting Center, Cincinnati-Hamilton County Community Action Agency, Hamilton County Job & Family Services, Church of the Encampment, Hope for You Family Life & Worship Center, and The Color of Love Bridal Expo.

For more information regarding registration, Black Marriage Hall of Fame and Marriage Retreat, call 513-720-0487 or email: aahmcoso@yahoo.com.

On Sunday, March 21, 2010, participating African American churches throughout the area will celebrate marriage with special services and activities.  

And the grand finale of the weekend is The Color of Love Bridal Expo on Sunday March 21, 2010 from 2 pm – 6 pm at the Millennium Hotel.   This event features the Bridal Marketplace, Bridal Pampering Lounge and the Fashion Show by Jamie Jovonna Bridal.  Admission to The Color of Love Bridal Expo is free.  Brides to be, future brides, grooms, the bridal party, wedding planners, family and friends are invited to attend.  For more information, log onto www.TheColorofLove.net or call 513-672-0684.