These are a few excerpts from the numerous book endorsements of the content and practices of Dr. Toni. The full expressions are included in the book:
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“This book will most certainly become the go-to text for all those engaged in music ministry of the Black Church.”
Kendra E Clayton Ed.D, President, Graduate Theological Foundation, Mishawaka, IN
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“Dr. Arnold-McFarland addresses many of the dynamics that will affect the black worship experience into the future, and she offers prescriptive, practical insight as to how worship experiences can be enhanced in years to come. Her work is must read material for church and worship leaders serving in Black Church contexts.”
Anthony Hunt, Ph.D.
Professor and Distinguished Lecturer of Theology, St. May’s Seminary and University, Baltimore, MD Author of Keep Looking Up: Sermons on the Psalms
Senior Pastor, Epworth Chapel United Methodist Church, Baltimore, MD
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“This book solves problems many encounter in church music ministry infrastructure and leadership.”
Steven Ford, PhD, Grammy Award Producer
Lecturer, Author, Middletown, DE
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“Anyone involved in the music and worship arts ministry of the Black Church” will treasure this book.”
Dona Jackson Anderson, Producer,
WRAL TV’s – Spiritual Awakening, Raleigh, NC
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“This book provides the steps to transformation in a way that is scriptural, methodical, efficient, practical and realistic.”
Pastor William Becton, William Becton Ministries, House of Worship, Charlotte, NC, Two Time Stellar Award Winner
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“This much needed document for improving the music and worship arts ministry in churches has my highest recommendation!”
Rev. Dr. William T. Newkirk, Sr, Senior Pastor,
Oak City Baptist Church, Raleigh, NC
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“This practical guide has transformed our entire ministry and will continue to edify our future development. Having had the firsthand experience of Dr. Arnold-McFarland as our resident worship consultant, we highly recommend her consultation services and her practical guide as a must have.”
Pastor-Teacher George M. Greene and Lady Kerri Greene
Christian Home Christian Church, Apex, NC
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“We at Eastern Carolina Christian College and Seminary are grateful to have you as an adjunct professor who offers research expertise and vast knowledge in worship and gospel music.”
Reverend Dr. Jean D. Brown, President, Dissertation, Thesis, Resource, and Services (D.T.R.S.) , Vice President, Academics and Faculty at Eastern Carolina Christian College & Seminary, Associate Minister, Oak City Baptist Church, Raleigh, NC
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“Her passion for helping people often is evident in her witness, even when music is not the focus of the connection. This book pulls all these experiences together and shows ministry leaders how to bring the best out of people.”
Elder Vicki Thomas, Vocalist and Psalmist
Pursuing His Highest Ministries, Garner, NC
True Way Holiness Church, Raleigh, NC
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Dr. Arnold-McFarland is a woman who has committed her music passion through serving and preparing the church to meet the needs through holistic worship. I have personally witnessed her growth over the years and have felt her heart to serve, educate, and inspire others.
Minister Thomas Vanhook Jr., Principal Consultant
Vocal Inspiration, Church Leadership Consulting
White Rock Baptist Church, Durham, NC
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Dr. Antonia M. Arnold-McFarland has a pulse that vibrates the very arteries of music and worship arts in the Black Church. Her pulse on the subject encourages all of us to serve with the utmost confidence in the area of church music. Music and worship art continues to shape us as we evolve in our theology.
Elder Roland Perry, National Gospel Songwriter
Author, The African-American Church Musician’s Compensation and Salary Handbook, Minister of Music, North East Baptist Church, Durham, NC
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“Through assessment and analysis of the historical evolution of African-American Worship, Dr. Antonia has been able to offer insight and suggest practical measures for improving and sustaining this rich cultural tradition of worship.”
Raymond Wise, PhD
Professor of Practice, African -American And African Diaspora Studies, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN,
President, Raise Productions Center for the Gospel Arts
