Committee
Dr. Charlotte W. Fontenot
President
Unity Love Tour & 5th Sunday Gospel Tyme
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Dr. Charlotte Fontenot was born and raised in a small community outside of the Greater Houston Area; Kohrville, Texas. With the progressive growth of areas in and around Houston, Kohrville is now considered Houston, Texas.
Dr. Fontenot is the proud daughter of Mr. Charles L. Wilson, Sr. and Mrs. Hattie Pearl Carter Wilson. It was with their encouragement and guidance that she is the person that God created her to be today. Because of her love for education, she has obtained a degree in Elementary Education, a master’s degree in Special Education and another in Mid-Management, an Early Childhood Certification, and a Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership. Her work experience includes working in North forest ISD and Cypress Fairbanks ISD as an educator and administrative positions. After retiring from the public school system, she is now imparting knowledge at the Higher Education sector; which includes Houston Community College, University of Phoenix, Sam Houston State University, and Walden University.
While working in the public and private school settings for over 25 years, Dr. Fontenot found her greatest joy in working with students with disabilities; mainly those on the Autism Spectrum. Because of the enormous number of children that are being diagnosed with Autism, there is a greater need for teachers and school personnel to equip themselves with the tools necessary to assist the students with success. She is a firm believer that all children can learn, regardless of their disability. It was this love of working with students with special needs that inspired her to open a Bed and Breakfast for Students with Disabilities. This is a place where parents can take a little R and R and know that their loved one is being taken care of.
In addition to working alongside her father’s side with Unity Love Tour, as the President, she is also the President of The Accomplishers; which was founded and organized by the late, Mrs. Hattie Pearl Carter Wilson; who was one of the original Houston Harmonettes. The Accomplishers strive to support all congregations, regardless of denomination, in any way possible. One of the main objectives of the group consists of providing college scholarships to individuals pursuing higher education.
Dr. Charlotte Fontenot is a proud member of New Light Christian Center Church; where the pastors are Bishop I.V. Hilliard and First Lady Bridget Hilliard. She has been a faithful member for over 19 years. Under their leadership, Dr. Fontenot serves as a faithful choir member, praise team member, and one of the original singers in Light Voices of Praise.
Michael Robertson
International and National Executive Program Director/
Assistant to CEO and President
Unity Love Tour & 5th Sunday Gospel Tyme
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Michael Robertson, a Kashmere High School graduate, is an active member of Brookhollow Baptist Church and a lead singer for the nominated Stellar Awards group, ENDURANCE. Michael shows his love for God by singing praises and sharing a message of hope and deliverance. Endurance is the 2005 and 2006 Winner of the Texas Gospel Music Awards Best Male Group and Best Quartet, the 2006 recipients of the AGQC’S New Nation Award and the sophomore project “He’ll Make A Way” is ranked 1 by Gospel USA Magazine Top 30 Independent Gospel Chart December 2005-January 2006. Endurance was also nominated for three Stellar Awards in 2008-2009 for Quartet of the Year, Traditional Group/Duo of the year and Traditional CD of the year.
Arlene J. Bell
Program Coordinator
Unity Love Tour & 5th Sunday Gospel Tyme
Arlene J. Bell is a servant of the Lord. She is a native of the great city of Houston and the state of Texas. She attended Ross Shaw Sterling High School (Houston campus). Arlene is the mother of two daughters, Wanessa Cherie’ Banks and Candice Rene’ Jackson. She is the proud grandmother of two grandsons, Christopher “CJ” Banks, Jr. and Jayden Jerome Banks. Arlene attended Embry Riddle Aeronautical University where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Management of Technical Operations. She is currently seeking a Master of Science in Management. Arlene is currently working at NASA/Johnson Space Center in the Software Development Integration Lab. She is a member of the Disciples of Christ, Texas Gospel Excellence Award Female Group of the year 2010. Her lifelong dream, is to sing God's praises and share a message of hope and deliverance to believers all over the world.
Shirley A. Benson
Secretary
5th Sunday Gospel Tyme
Shirley A. Benson is a native Houstonian. She graduated from Ross Shaw Sterling High School (Houston campus) in the top of her class. Shirley is a homemaker and the proud mother of two sons, Chester, Jr. and William Nathanial. She has one daughter, Shaniece Benson who is a trendy song writer and 7 grandchildren. Shirley is the lead singer for the Disciples of Christ. Her dynamic voices lead the group to be nominated for the Rhythm of Gospel Award 2010 in the category of Female Group of the Year 2010. Her mission is to love the Lord with her whole mind, body and soul while serving the body of Christ through music, ministry and prayer.
Jackie Ferguson
Secretary
Unity Love Tour
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