Gospel superstar Erica Campbell of Mary Mary is expecting a new bundle of joy! The songstress while out with sister Tina promoting their latest CD ‘Somthing BIG’ made a big announcement. To the world she  announced on “Good Morning America” that she and her husband, producer Warryn Campbell, are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their third child, due early next year.

Though she wasn’t really showing signs of her pregnancy  during the Good Morning America interview,her baby bump shows a bit more in the pic above. Here Erica is dazzling on stage while performing at a recent show with her sister Tina Campbell at the Grammy Block Party in Los Angeles, California.

“We have two incredible children and can’t wait to see what our newest bundle of joy will be like!” said the proud mommy-to-be. “We’re grateful for all of our blessings, but this is the biggest of all.”

OCT sends our Congratulation to the two! Very exciting!!!

Gospel quartet G.I. now trio is back from the success of their 2009 release ‘God’s Image’ to take us to higher ground with their newest release ‘New Dimension’. The Richmond, VA group has enjoyed global success through their partnership with Blacksmoke/Worldwide Music there record label  when their national debut album ‘GOD’S IMAGE’ peaked at number 18 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Album Charts. Their hit single ‘Get Up’ remained on the Top 30 Billboard Gospel Songs Chart for most of the year! Their video reached the No. 1 position on Gospel Music Channel! Their urban hit single ‘Temptation’ garnered crossover success on Urban Radio Formats.

Taking the group from four members to three was a smooth transition forth member Marlon Anderson has become a pastor and is concentrating his efforts on building his new church. The remaining members Branden Anderson, Curtis Langley, and Lamonte Harris explain the transition to their fans check that out below.

Their highly anticipated new album ‘The Next Dimension’ is in stores NOW and as they say “is destined to end the drought of their eager fans”.

Zachery Tims’s is loved and will be missed. The Florida mega-church pastor was found dead in a Times Square hotel room with an envelope of white powder in his pocket and investigators are looking into whether it was a controlled substance, NBC New York has learned.

Sources familiar with the investigation tell NBC New York that a glassine envelope of white powder was found in Zachery Tims’s right pants pocket when he was discovered in his room at the W Hotel. The body of the 42-year-old pastor from Orlando was found Friday.

A spokeswoman for the city medical examiner declined comment except to say that toxicology and autopsy results are pending. An NYPD spokesman also declined comment.

(A rose adorns the sign for a parking space for Rev. Zachery Tims of New Destiny Christian Center in Apopka on Monday, August 15, 2010)

Tims founded the New Destiny Christian Center in 1996, which now has a membership of more than 8,000 people.

Tims had turned to religion after a troubled childhood that included drug problems, according to his website.

In his memoir, ‘It’s Never Too Late,’ avalible on his website and on Amazon.com he writes that he was convicted of attempted murder at age 14 and spent two years in juvenile facilities. He overcame a drug addiction and became a pastor because “God had a greater plan,” .

(Tims with ex-wife Riva)

Two years ago, Tims divorced his wife of 15 years after admitting to an affair with a stripper.

Members of Pastor Zachery Tims’ New Destiny Christian Center packed the sanctuary Monday night for prayer, praise and testimonials following the death of the 42-year-old minister.

At the memorial for Rev. Zachery Tims of New Destiny Christian Center in Apopka his former wife  takes the podium to speak.

Tim’s ex-wife, Riva Tims, told the capacity crowd of 2,000 that Tims enjoyed a family vacation in Puerto Rico a week before his death. The Timses, who were divorced in 2009, have four children.

“He was able to have fellowship with his daughters and sons,” said Riva Tims, pastor of Majestic Life Church in Orlando.

(This photo of Rev. Zachery Tims and his family was displayed Monday at New Destiny Christian Center in Apopka. He died in a New York City hotel room Friday)

Church officials announced that Tims’ funeral will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church of Orlando. A wake and public viewing will be held from 3-7 p.m. Friday at New Destiny Christian Center in Apopka.

 Pastor Zachery Tims, center, celebrates the grand opening of the New Destiny Christian Center Community Youth Recreation Facility in 2005. Tims was found dead in a New York City hotel on Sunday, Aug. 14. (Julie Fletcher/Orlando Sentinel)

Jamal Bryant, a pastor at Empowerment Temple AME in Baltimore and a friend of Zachery Tims’ from there, told church members that New Destiny will continue without Zachery Tims.

“You are not a personality-driven church. You are a purpose-driven church,” Bryant said. “Pastor Zack’s DNA is now on you. You are infected with excellence.”

(Pastors form aronud the country flew in to Florida to leand there support for the family)

Although much of the service was joyous praise and singing, Bryant told the congregation that it was fitting to mourn the passing of their spiritual leader.

“Allow yourself the liberty to grieve. Allow yourself the freedom to cry,” he said.

New Destiny Minister Wanda Robinson told the congregation that the cause of Zachery Tims’ death on Friday night had not been determined.

The Rev. Willie C. Barnes, head of the African American Council of Christian Clergy of Central Florida, said ministers will hold a pastoral prayer vigil Tuesday at noon at the Mt. Olive AME Church, 2525 W. Church St., Orlando.

“We lost one of our leaders,” said Barnes, pastor of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Eatonville.

Barnes said Tims will be remembered as a minister who reached people who don’t normally attend church.

“His ministry was very, very powerful, especially to young people. He brought a different style of ministry, and it reached a lot of the younger generation because it wasn’t so traditional,” Barnes said.

Barnes cited Tims’ youth ministry and his programs that gave young people a place to go and things to do at night other than hanging out on the streets.

“It was a great ministry and a wonderful ministry, and I expect it to continue,” he said.

Apopka Mayor John Land said Tims was a key member of the community.

“He’s going to be missed,” Land told the Sentinel. “I’m very sorry to hear that.”

Responses to Tims’ Death on Facebook/Twitter:

Paula White on Facebook:

Today my heart is grieved over the loss of my spiritual son and long time friend and associate, Pastor Zachery Tims. While words are difficult for me to find during this time of loss, I honor the great work he has done for the kingdom of God and pray for every family member, friend, associate and the incredible congregation of New Destiny. The Bible says that we mourn with those that mourn and rejoice with those that rejoice. As the family of God we walk through this together…

Clint Brown on Facebook:

My Heart is So heavy tonight… He was my friend for 17yrs since the first year I moved to Orlando… He built his great church on our property…We talked just about every week. We were Orlando Magic buddys, and we both loved our City and Churches. It will take Orlando a long time to get over this, Dr. Zachary Tims You will never ever be forgotten, Gone way to soon…. I miss you so much my heart is broken. I will say it like we said it every time we talked… Never Goodbye it was “See ya Later” I Love you man…

T. D. Jakes on Twitter:

DEEPLY saddened to hear of the passing of Pastor Tims @ztims …praying for his family and church

Jamal Bryant on Twitter:

Headed to Orlando to be with Dr. Zachs church family tonight at 7. The funeral celebration will be on Saturday. Keep praying!

 

Dear Lord today bless the children, congregation & colleagues of Dr Zachery Tims. Cast off sorrow & help us celebrate!

(Host Steve Harvey (L) and wife Marjorie Harvey arrive at the ninth annual Ford Hoodie Awards at the Mandalay Bay Events Center August 13, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada.)

Lots of celebrities turned out to recognize the efforts of real people at the 9th Annual Hoodie Awards, hosted by Steve Harvey in Las Vegas.The show honors everyday people from local communities across the country — businesses owners and leaders — who are making a difference in their own neighborhoods.

This year, Harvey and his wife Marjorie, welcomed stars like Kirk Franklin, Jill Scott, Tichina Arnold, Tye Tribbett, Marvin Sapp, Stephen Hurd, Hill Harper and many more to celebrate and uplift our community . Check out the Red Carpet and show pics below.

(Pastor Marvin Sapp and Actress Tisha Campbell-Martin pose on the red carpet.)

Singer, Pastor Marvin Sapp seated here next to Letoya Luckett looks like he really enjoyed the show. He also presented an award and spoke onstage during the ninth annual Ford Hoodie Awards at the Mandalay Bay Events Center August 13, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Singer Kirk Franklin preformed .

And here he is enjoying the show with his wife Tammi.

Musician Tye Tribbett hits up the red carpet in a Sear Sucker suit and some Classic 23′s.

Tye and Comedienne Sheryl Underwood present and award onstage during the ninth annual Ford Hoodie Awards at the Mandalay Bay Events Center August 13, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

(Tye Tribbett enjoying the show with his wife Shunti)

Trevor Shaw (L) and Stephen Hurd represent the First Baptist Church of Glenarden on the red carpet.

Stephen Hurd represents his church New St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church by accepting the Best Church award onstage during the ninth annual Ford Hoodie Awards at the Mandalay Bay Events Center August 13, 2011 in Las Vegas, Nevada.