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Now Available! - The "FTL Series" Accompaniment CD 2-Disc Full Series - Order Here!

2017-07-04T14:41:00.000-04:00

First Timothy Evangelical Lutheran Church and His Alto Ministries™ proudly present the release of the
“FTL Series” Accompaniment CD Full Series!

The 2-disc set contains 28 hymns presented in the rich tradition of African-American and other cultural styles that embodies and elevates the heritage of Lutheran worship. Songs of praise and thanksgiving found in the vast repertoire of the Christian hymnody are transformed using elements of rhythm, timbre, and improvisation to create a soulful union of music expressive of God’s word and refreshing to the spirit. Hymns included in the series cover a multitude of seasons and special occasions throughout the church year.

A Lyrics Booklet is also included and features a reference list of additional hymns that can be sung using the music in the series.

The “FTL Series” Accompaniment CD can be ordered online, by mail, or by request:

Online:	*Click the Paypal Buy Now* Button** *Transactions securely managed through PayPal, Inc.
By Mail:	Click the Form Icon Below to View, Download, and Print a Mail-In Form
By Request:	Contact the His Alto Ministries™ Office to Request a Form Phone: (919) 332-5213 E-mail: hisaltoministries@gmail.com

Please visit www.firsttimothylcms.org/ftlseries for additional information:

Learn more about the project and how this unique resource can be used in your personal devotion or in your congregation’s worship services, programs, and ministries
Listen to preview clips of selected songs from the series
Request a free brochure for sharing with your congregation, family, and community

Gospel CD Anniversary Sale! - "Aisha J. Lewis - A Spiritual Journey: Through The Past And Present"

2015-04-30T11:24:00.000-04:00

His Alto Ministries™ is celebrating the 6th anniversary of the debut gospel CD release, “Aisha J. Lewis – A Spiritual Journey: Through The Past And Present”! In honor of the occasion, CD Baby is offering a special on purchases of two or more! This offer is only for a limited time, so order yours today and receive a musical blessing!

Please visit the His Alto Ministries™ Facebook page, and click on the Music Store tab for direct access, or you can visit www.cdbaby.com/aishajlewis for details. Thank you for your prayers and support of this music ministry!

“FTL Series” Accompaniment CD Heads To 2015 Coalition of Lutherans In Black Ministry Spring Mini-Convocation

2015-03-09T20:23:00.000-04:00

“FTL Series” Accompaniment CD Heads To 2015 Coalition of Lutherans In Black Ministry Spring Mini-Convocation

The “FTL Series” Accompaniment CD will be featured at the 2015 Coalition of Lutherans in Black Ministry (COLIBM) Spring Mini-Convocation, in Concord, NC, March 13-15, hosted by St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. Convocation attendees will receive an update on the project’s activities, learn how the series can be incorporated in outreach ministries, and have the opportunity to hear and experience several selections from the upcoming 2-disc CD set. For more information on the “FTL Series” Accompaniment CD project, or to request a free brochure, please visit the official web page at www.firsttimothylcms.org/ftlseries.

The "FTL Series" Accompaniment CD, is a unique music resource presented in the rich tradition of African-American cultural styles, which embodies and elevates the heritage of Lutheran worship. Songs of praise and thanksgiving found in the vast repertoire of the Christian hymnody, are transformed using elements of rhythm, timbre, and improvisation, to create a soulful union of music expressive of God's word, and refreshing to the spirit.

To place an order for the Sampler Disc, or for additional information, please contact First Timothy Evangelical Lutheran Church at ftlseries@firsttimothylcms.org, or contact the His Alto Ministries™ office at hisaltoministries@gmail.com.

"O Sing unto the Lord a new song; sing unto the Lord all the earth." - Psalm 96:1

“FTL Series” Accompaniment CD Heads To 2014 Black Family Ministry Convocation

2014-07-07T20:54:00.000-04:00

07/07/2014 - For Immediate Release

“FTL Series” Accompaniment CD Heads To 2014 Black Family Ministry Convocation

The “FTL Series” Accompaniment CD will be featured at the 2014 Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) Black Family Ministry Convocation, in Kansas City, Missouri, July 9 – 13, 2014. Convocation attendees will receive an update on the project’s activities, and have the opportunity to experience additional selections from the upcoming 2-disc CD set. For more information on the “FTL Series” Accompaniment CD project, or to place an order for the Sampler Disc, please visit the official web page at www.firsttimothylcms.org/ftlseries.

"O Sing unto the Lord a new song; sing unto the Lord all the earth." - Psalm 96:1

Gospel CD Anniversary Sale! - "Aisha J. Lewis - A Spiritual Journey: Through The Past And Present"

2014-04-30T07:27:00.001-04:00

Today, His Alto Ministries™ is celebrating the 5th anniversary of the gospel CD release, “Aisha J. Lewis – A Spiritual Journey: Through The Past And Present”. For a limited time, CD Baby is offering a special on purchases of two or more! Please visit the His Alto Ministries™ Artist Page at www.cdbaby.com/aishajlewis for details. Thank you for your prayers and support of this music ministry!

Order Here! - "FTL Series" Accompaniment CD Sampler Disc

2012-07-11T19:00:00.000-04:00

Click the "Buy Now" link below to order the "FTL Series" Accompaniment CD - Sample Disc. Quantities are limited, so reserve your copy today!

If you have questions, or need assistance, please contact, A. Lewis-Scott, Principal, His Alto Ministries™, at hisaltoministries@gmail.com. Thank you in advance for your support!

"FTL Series" Debuts at the 2012 COLIBM Convocation

2012-07-10T22:07:00.000-04:00

07/10/2012 - For Immediate Release - "FTL Series" Debuts at the 2012 COLIBM Convocation

First Timothy Evangelical Lutheran Church, in conjunction with His Alto Ministries™ , will debut the "FTL Series" Accompaniment CD at the 2012 Coalition of Lutherans in Black Ministry Family Convocation, in Greensboro, North Carolina, July 11-14, 2012.

For more information on the "FTL Series" project, or to order a sample disc, please contact Deacon Cleveland A. Lewis, at pastor@firsttimothylcms.org , or contact Aisha J. Lewis-Scott, at the His Alto Ministries™ office, at hisaltoministries@gmail.com.

"O Sing unto the Lord a new song; sing unto the Lord all the earth." - Psalm 96:1

-- Aisha J. Lewis-Scott, Principal
   His Alto Ministries™
   email: hisaltoministries@gmail.com
   http://www.myspace.com/hisaltoministries

"Sharing God's blessings through music, one note at a time."

How Do You Spell Rest? – R-S-S!

2012-06-25T20:24:00.002-04:00

In the busy world known as our daily lives, sometimes it’s nice to relax and get away. But who has time to pause and actually research great vacation spots or plan a trip, when emails, texts, tweets, voicemails, reports, and presentations demand our attention 24/7? Well, here’s a solution you might find useful – an RSS to the seas…that’s right, the seas!

Royal Caribbean International is one of the world’s most popular cruise lines, and travels to destinations around the world. I’m a 4-time cruiser myself, and I must say Royal Caribbean is the best! From the magnificent service to the exciting ports-of-call, you can truly enjoy the vacation of your dreams. And now, you can subscribe to their RSS feed to learn more about the company, their destinations, and cruise planning on your schedule. Visit, Royal Caribbean International, and click on the RSS button at the bottom of the page.

Happy cruising!

Wiki Tech 101 – Using Wikis for Collaboration

2012-06-05T12:37:00.001-04:00

Prior to this summer, I had limited knowledge of wikis. Like most people who are new to recognizing the existence of the Web 2.0 era, I thought "Wiki" was a nickname for Wikipedia!

In case you’ve had the same experience, I’d like to share with you an article I recently read, entitled “Beyond Wikipedia: Using Wikis For Collaboration & Project Management”, written by Ramon Ray, Editor & Technology Evangelist, of Smallbiztechnology.com. The article discusses how wikis can be used in business to share information, and features an interview with Daria Petrova, Marketing Communications Manager, at Wrike, Inc.

In the interview, Ms. Petrova states that wikis are a useful tool for collaboration, and simple to use. When information is updated in a wiki, everyone involved is notified of the changes, and have access to contribute to and provide additional updates to the wiki in real time. This model has been adapted in the business world, and wikis are often used as an alternative to classic software platforms previously used to share information and knowledge. The root behind the wiki model is the ability to start with one idea on a page, and through the process of “emergent structures”, as Ms. Petrova defines it, the wiki grows into a comprehensive knowledge base.

In order to illustrate how companies can benefit from using wikis, Ms. Petrova highlights Dresdner Kleinwort, the investment banking division of Dresdner Bank AG. By using wikis, the company reduced their email traffic by 75%, and reduced their meeting time by 50%.

Ms. Petrova also addresses the obstacles companies may face when using more traditional routes for project collaboration. There are some email systems and project planning software tools commonly used, that are often not compatible with each other to merge and consolidate information. Trying to account for the gap can decrease productivity. One solution to this problem is a web-based project management software tool called Wrike, with built-in wiki capabilities. Several special features in the software allow merging emails with project plans, allowing tasks to be grouped based on the team member’s needs, and providing an interactive picture of the project activities.

In summary, Wikis aren’t just for finding encyclopedia-style answers to our Google searches anymore! They are simple, yet powerful tools that promote a culture of participation in business and in social networks, and provide a platform upon which to share and exchange information and ideas.

Welcome To My First Blog!

2012-06-04T16:23:00.001-04:00

Hello and congratulations on reading my first blog! My name is Aisha J. Lewis-Scott, and I'm the Principal for His Alto Ministries™, where we share God's blessings through music, one note at a time. I'm an independent gospel recording artist, and currently reside in North Carolina.

I would like to share three of my favorite websites with you, to help you learn a little more about me, and my music ministry.

His Alto Ministries™ Official Myspace Page

This is the official webpage for my music ministry. You can read my full biography, listen to music from my CD, and watch selected videos of some of my past performances.

CD Baby Music Store Artist Page

This is the artist page for my CD at the CD Baby Music Store. CD Baby is one of the largest online retailers of independent artists' music. You can purchase the CD, listen to clips of certain selections, and read more about my music and style.

His Alto Ministries™ Youtube Channel
This is my Youtube channel, where you can view full videos of several of my performances. This list is updated frequently, so you can subscribe to the channel to received updated information as new videos are released.

Please feel free to visit all of the links, and provide your feedback and comments. You can also "Like Us" on the His Alto Ministries™ fan page on Facebook. I look forward to blogging with you, and have a blessed week!

"Aisha J. Lewis - A Spiritual Journey: Through The Past And Present" Gospel Music CD

Here's a peek from one of my past performances. You can view other selections by visiting the "Past Performances" link in the sidebar. Enjoy!