M.V.P. 2008 Special Guests
"THE GODCHILD" Minister Sean Scales
Sean Scales A.K.A “The Godchild” is one of America’s young men who are making a difference. He began singing at the age of five at the church where his grandfather pastored. He sung with much conviction then, as he does now. He is the son of, Pastor Donald and Evangelist Sherry Scales. He’s also a lifelong and faithful member, musician and minister of the word at their church, Man in Christ Ministries, in Columbus, Ohio.
At the age of 18, Scales who stands six feet four inches forfeited a career in basketball to pursue his god given destiny. In the year 2000, he released his first gospel recording entitled, "Souled out to Jesus". He solely produced the project, composing the songs and arranging the music. He sang both lead and background vocals on the project, thanking God for being graced with such vast ability.
Min. Scales, now 26, is working on the release of his second recording project entitled; "The Truth Volume 1”. He is not anxious to see his dreams fulfilled quoting Romans 5:3b, 4 and 5, "Knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; hope: And hope maketh not ashamed;"
Achievements
· The year of 2000 released his 1st solo project "Souled Out To Jesus".
· He was a guest on air radio, “The Light” 1580 WVKO, and performed the single entitled, “Souled Out to Jesus”.
· Was number five on one of the most requested music song list.
· Opened for many National Recording Gospel Artists such as: Charles Woodfork, Brenda Waters and many more.
· The year 2001-2003, won best Artist Award at the Jackson Sister’s Artist Retreat, who is currently signed with Malacco Records.
· Performed and served in various churches and community events all over Ohio.
· The year 2003-2004, Scales relocated to Denver, Colorado where he sung and produced an album for the: Fountain of Life Church, along with David Ford, former music pastor for; Marilyn Hickie Ministries.
· Sung with Josiah Martin, a former member of the Colorado Mass Choir and various churches.
· The year of 2005, Scales came back to, Columbus, Ohio. He joined forces with La’Nardo Butler and Robbie Lyles, writing and singing for national recording artist Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson’s album entitled “Keith Wonderboy Johnson” Presents the Spiritual Voice and Friends “Unity Project”. The trio was nominated for a Stellar Award.
· Recently, Scales has produced, wrote, and sung on Verity Records gospel recording artist, Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson’s latest Stellar Award winning project, “Just Being Me”.
· Also, Scales has produced for National Recording Artist, Montrel Darrett who has song with Commissioned and Pastor John P. Kee and V.I.P Choir.
· Scales has also written and produced for Tiffany Palmer who has sung with
Fred Hammond on “Just in case you missed it”, The Dr. Doolittle soundtrack, Donnie McClurkin, and many various artists.
Our Judges
Al West
Head Football Coach, Central State Marauders
Al West was named as the Marauder's Head Football Coach on April 7, 2006. West played his college football for the Marauders and graduated in 1977 with a degree in
Marketing. He returned to Central State to coach and work in the Residence Halls in 1980. During his time here he coached Vince Heflin who later played wide receiver with the Miami Dolphins. After he left CSU in 1985 he worked at the University of Cincinnati and then became the Head Football Coach at Hughes High School in Cincinnati from 1988 to 2002.
CSU Playing Career
CSU Career Defensive Back 1073-1976
CSU Coaching Career Assistant Footbal Coach 1978-1985, coached tight ends, wide receivers, and defensive back
Evangelist Kamya Dunn Kamya E. Dunn is the founder, CEO, and Executive Artistic Director of Milestone Theatre Presents. She has written, directed, and produced a total of six plays to date.
Kamya attended the School for Creative and Performing Arts in Cincinnati, Ohio from fourth grade through the twelfth grade majoring in Drama and Vocal/Instrumental Music with a minor in Creative Writing. Kamya has performed in stage productions such as Cinderella, Oliver, The Toby Show, Little Mary Sunshine, Bye Bye Birdie, Upon a Midnights Summer Dream and various other productions. She has also participated in vocal and instrumental recitals and competitions and has won numerous awards, trophies, and positive reviews. During her senior year she was awarded a full music scholarship to attend The Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio. While attending Central State she was a member of the Grammy Nominated Central State University Chorus, Tour Choir, and the Female Ensemble.
Upon graduation, she accepted her call into the ministry and was licensed through the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World Inc. to preach and teach the word of God. During a very difficult time in her life, an overwhelming desire to revert back to her love of theatre came alive in her like never before. She knew immediately that the vision of MILESTONE THEATRE PRESENTS was the answer that she had been looking for from God all along.
She began preaching the word of God through writing illustrated sermons, which eventually evolved into full productions. The results were evident and life changing for the many people who witnessed the power of truth being revealed through each character in the play. As her desire to write and direct continued she wrote a few more scripts and then God gave her “The Church On Green Street.” This illustration became note worthy of seeing over and over again. Not long after its inception, she began traveling with the “Church On Green Street”…and hence the birthing of MILESTONE THEATRE PRESENTS.
Kamya resides in Springfield, Ohio with her daughter Ryhen Dunn. Where they are members of the Greater Grace Temple Church under the pastorate of Elder Ronald M. and Monica Logan where she serves as an associate minister and altar worker. She is currently completing her second Masters in Counseling at Wright State University, Fairborn, Ohio.
Pastor Linda Milsapps-Jones Linda is a prolific author and songwriter. Her poetry and music have touched many lives. She is happily married to Pastor Glen Jones.
Linda has her Associate Degree in social service, Wilkes Community College, Wilkesboro, North Carolina, and a B. S. in Elementary/Middle School Education, Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina. She received her business certification in education from the Ohio State University. She also has her Master of Education Degree in Curriculum Instruction, Ashland University, Ashland, Ohio. Linda has received her Master Teacher certification from Lighthouse Academy, Columbus, Ohio. She was an adjunct professor at Columbus State Community college for 9 years where she co-wrote and taught a curriculum, Kids in College.
In November, 2007, Linda traveled to China with Hope and Healing, International, an organization equipping Pastors to better deal with the sick and hurting in their congregations. Just this past February, Linda was named as the President of Hope and Healing Ministries, International (HHMI).
In June, 2008, Linda completed her Master of Arts in Practical Theology through Ashland Theological Seminary, Ashland, Ohio. Her major was in Spiritual Formation with her minor being Christian Education.
Linda and Glen are currently pastoring Resurrection Outreach Ministries, an inner city church in the Franklinton area of Columbus, Ohio. Linda is discovering that becoming more Christ-like for others is the reason she is in this earth.
Sis. Toy Patrick was the sit in judge in place of Evangelist Kamya Dunn, who was unable to attend.