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Bethel AME Altamonte – 2023 Black Tie Gala Souvenir Book PROOF v1

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Welcome & Introduction of Host<br />

Rev. Dr. Tina Davis<br />

Evening Host<br />

Mrs. Janice Argro Renn<br />

Introduction of Pastor<br />

Mr. Chris Shaw<br />

Invocation & Blessing<br />

Rev. Helen L. Johnson-Ford<br />

Dinner is Served<br />

Entertainment<br />

Dancing


In 1992, Helen L. Johnson-Ford, was ordained an Elder in the A.M.E. Church. In 1997 she was<br />

appointed her first charge as Pastor of Bethlehem A.M.E. Church, McAlpin, FL (Live Oak).<br />

The Lord blessed her there as she expanded the church spiritually by leading the<br />

congregation into an intimate relationship with Christ, and physically by constructing a<br />

larger edifice. She has also been appointed to the pastorate of New <strong>Bethel</strong> A.M.E. Church<br />

in Jasper, FL; Palace A.M.E. Church in Havana, FL; <strong>Bethel</strong> A.M.E. Church in Monticello, FL.;<br />

<strong>Bethel</strong>onia A.M.E. Church Tallahassee, FL.; and Mt. Olive A.M.E. Church Gainesville, FL; She<br />

is currently the pastor of New <strong>Bethel</strong> <strong>AME</strong> Church <strong>Altamonte</strong> Springs, FL.<br />

Rev. Johnson-Ford is a powerful woman of God and represents Him as His Ambassador.<br />

God has anointed her with a prophetic ministry and the gift of healing. She is a teacher<br />

and preacher of the Gospel and healing through the glorious power of God. Her life mirrors<br />

the Christian way that was ordained and exemplified by Jesus.<br />

Janice Argro Renn is no stranger to the microphone as she’s been singing since the age of<br />

11 and is still on the mic. She is homegrown from <strong>Altamonte</strong> Springs & Oviedo and a lover of<br />

Jesus. She adores having fun and says that laughter and of course, your faith, is key to a<br />

great life of happiness. She is a graduate of Rollins College with a degree in Business<br />

Administration.<br />

Janice is presently V.P. of Renn Music Productions, which was involved in record sales of<br />

over 30 million; and has produced mega stars such as N’Sync, the Backstreet Boys and<br />

Oscar & Golden Globe Winner and Grammy Winner Jennifer Hudson. She has even sang a<br />

duo with Steven Seagal. In the early 80’s, her love for singing and the Lord, lead her to<br />

become one of the lead singers for the critically acclaimed Florida Mass Choir. During<br />

Renn’s reign as a lead singer for the choir, the Florida Mass Choir recorded over 10 albums.<br />

She is currently a member of the Macedonia MBC, Eatonville, FL, and is a faithful Praise<br />

Team member. “I love to praise Him…”<br />

Arkeshia is a native of Orlando, Florida, and has been singing in church since the<br />

age of 10 years old. Her passion for music is broad from Gospel to Motown, Pop,<br />

Top 40, R&B and even a touch of Country. She travels all over central Florida with<br />

her own "Trebled Clef Band" entertaining and creating atmospheres with various<br />

genres of music in their own "funky and soulful" way. Arkeshia is not only an<br />

entertainer, but a dedicated mother to her 13 year old daughter, Moreya.<br />

Arkeshia and the Trebled Clef Band are elated to be apart of New <strong>Bethel</strong>'s <strong>Black</strong><br />

<strong>Tie</strong> <strong>Gala</strong>. We want our music to captivate the hearts and souls of everyone we<br />

entertain. So on this evening, get out of your seat, and let's celebrate in music,<br />

together!<br />

Michael Randolph (Comedian Tight Mike) As seen on BET , NBC , and AFRO TV.<br />

RADIO Host - WOKB 1680 AM, Orlando’s Inspiration Station.

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