Kierra Sheard Prepares for her 1st Solo Appeareance in the United Kingdom

2011 saw one of the UK’s finest youth gatherings celebrate its 5^th anniversary at the renowned Bethel Convention Center. Themed as ‘Faith, Favour, Fight’, the conference attracted over 1200 delegates from the UK and across the globe; attendees travelled from as far as Ireland and Canada (North America). From insightful workshop teachings from motivational speaker and author Kunle Oyedeji, to electrifying performances from LZ7, to in-depth sermons from Bishop John Francis, Midnight Oil 2011 was undoubtedly a positive life-changing experience for some, and an unforgettable event for others. Back for year number 6, Seth Pinnock & The God’s Bride Ministries Team are gearing up to host yet another groundbreaking summit with their most diverse line-up of guests thus far.

Now dubbed as ‘The International Revival’, the Midnight Oil Summit 2012 will return to the Bethel Convention Center on August 3^rd & 4^th. Attendees will enjoy the ministries of MOBO Nominee/International Worship Leader Noel Robinson, World-Renowned Motivational Speaker Bishop Wayne Malcolm, UK ‘Holy Hip-Hop’ Artist Husky, MOBO Award Winner Guvna B, and #1 Selling US Gospel Artist Kierra ‘KiKi Sheard. Kierra is the daughter of Karen Clark-Sheard, and niece to the ‘Clark Sisters’. She released her very first live album ‘FREE’ in October 2011, produced by her brother J. Drew Sheard II, under new family label ‘Karew Records’. ‘FREE’ has been described as her ‘best project yet’, and she is certain to garner similar reviews from her performance at the Midnight Oil Summit this year. Not only will this be a 1^st for Midnight Oil (hosting an international guest artist), but it will also be a 1^st for Kierra, as this will be her first time visiting to the UK as a solo performer unaccompanied by her mother.

Other Incredible guests such as Joseph Perry, Husky, Al Gordon, Donna Akodu, Volney Morgan, David Shosanya, Doug Williams, Child of Zion, MTC Indian Dhol Band, Marcia Walder-Thomas, Leroy & Sonia Hogg will also feature on this year’s conference schedule.

Another ‘first’ at #MOS2012 will be the launch of the ‘Midnight Cry Tour’. This is a movement that will showcase what God’s Bride Ministries hope to bring to churches, universities, college, and youth groups around the country; “the same intense atmosphere of praise and worship experienced at the Midnight Oil Summit coming to your city”. Other initiatives and workshops at the conference will be the ‘Kingdom Culture Breakfast’, the ‘Help & Hope Compassion Fair’, ‘#FutureBuilders’, and much more.

The journey thus far has been a notable and inspiring one. From packing bags to packing auditoriums, Seth & The GBM Team truly are witnessing something their futures will testify of. For 5 years, Midnight Oil has trumpeted a youth led revolution and this year, ‘The International Revival’ (themed ‘Revolution’) will definitely be another significant strive in doing so.

Tickets for the Midnight Summit 2012 are available from all major Christian/online outlets. Registration is £20 and covers the whole weekend.

Seth, now 22, continues to host and provide platforms for the nation’s finest artists and speakers as well as undiscovered gems found within the local community. In light of this, the ‘Good News Choir’ and ‘FLOW’ (a contemporary dance group) have been created and open for the general public to be a part of.