The Awakening: The Celebration of Gospel Prayer Breakfast
Prayer, good food and fellowship at the COG breakfast.
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The Celebration of Gospel 2012 Prayer Breakfast - Prayer, laying of the hands, good food and fellowship all went down at the 2012 Celebration of Gospel Prayer Breakfast. Gospel luminaries like Pastor Shirley Caesar, Jessica Reedy, Earnest Pugh, Torrence G and Bishop Clarence McClendon were all the in building to minister a message of faith, and blessings for the artists performing in the show. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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Two Church Powerhouses - All that faith in one photo! Bishop Clarence McClendon and Pastor Shirley Caesar pose for a picture before the prayer breakfast begins. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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The Legendary Pastor Shirley Caesar - Prayer breakfast attendees listened attentively as the legendary Pastor Shirley Caesar blessed the food and said the opening prayer. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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Praise and Worship Medley: Earnest Pugh - Gospel artist Earnest Pugh received a standing ovation for his praise and worship medley, including the favorite "How Great is Our God."(Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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Spoken Word: Ezekial Azonwu - Gospel spoken word artist Ezekial Azonwu's poem didn't leave a dry eye in the room. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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The Gospel According to Torrence G. - The MC. - Gospel personality and BET.com director Torrence Glenn was the Master of Ceremonies for the prayer breakfast. He ministered the word and introduced speakers and performers throughout the festivities. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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Sermonic Solo: Isaac Carree - Before we heard a word from the keynote speaker, gospel artist Isaac Carree sang "Simply Redeemed." The audience was in awe of his truly blessed tenor voice. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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The Keynote: Bishop Kenneth Ulmer - The keynote speaker for the prayer breakfast was Bishop Kenneth Ulmer. His message was simple yet resonate: Maintaining your faith in a world that seeks to strip you of it is important. Be a steward for your God and he will bless you. Hallelujah! (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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"Fame is a Gift from God" —Bishop Clarence McClendon - Your talent is a gift given to you from God, it is your duty to use it to bless and magnify his name. Bishop McClendon's message resonated with the artists and creatives in the room alike. Using fame for Jesus' name is alright! (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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Pastor Shirley Caesar Hears the Word - Even Pastor Shirley Caesar was captivated by the Word as she watched the speakers give their message at the the 2012 Celebration of Gospel Prayer Breakfast.(Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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Jessica Reedy Feels the Spirit - Although Jessica Reedy is a composed powerhouse on stage, she isn't afraid to show her faith in the Lord when she's off! Bishop Clarence McClendon's message of using the gifts that God has given you brought her to tears. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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Fonzworth Bentley in the Building - Fonzworth Bentley attended the prayer breakfast to support gospel artist Isaac Carree. He ended up being blessed with a word and witness in the process. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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Electrified & Sanctified - The audience was electrified and sanctified by the message of the saints that came to the prayer breakfast stage. Positive energy in His name flowed throughout the room. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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In Jesus's Name... - Before the prayer breakfast ended, Bishop McClendon and Bishop Ulmer prayed for the performers' voices to be annointed by God. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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The Final Word - Gospel personality Humilitee also came to the platform to pray for performers, those orchestrating Celebration of Gospel 2012 and those who are in need of help, but sit in silence. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)
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Pastor Shirley Caesar and Bishop Kenneth Ulmer - Everyone wanted a picture with the legend that is Shirley Caesar. Here she poses with prayer breakfast keynote speaker Bishop Kenneth Ulmer. (Photo: Maury Phillips/BET)