Carol Ross-Burnett: Christian/gospel music and faith-based workshops

I am thrilled to be included in the Spring 2025 issue of Dr. Cheryl Wood's Voices of Change magazine. Find my feature below (page 60) and access the entire magazine to read about all of the fabulous women leaders included in this edition, along with previous editions, all free of charge.

It's hard to believe I have been singing with Billy Davis, Jr. & Marilyn McCoo's music and testimony outreach ministry for 12 years! God answered prayer when I asked Him that many years ago to provide me with an opportunity that would work with my busy schedule as a wife, mother, and career professional. And what a journey it has been working with two of the most genuine, kind and committed Christians I know - who I now proudly call my friends! I love singing with them and this talented group of musicians and vocalists every month. Check my calendar for locations and times.

Carol Ross-Burnett, Founder & Host | Angela Alexander | Cydney Wayne Davis | Jeanette Hawes
Brenda Holloway | Babbie Mason | Marilyn McCoo Davis | Deborah Smith Pegues

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About WICAML

What do these things have in common?
Gold records. Grammy and Dove Awards. Tours with top recording artists. An Amazon Prime Documentary.
Bestselling books. Chart-topping songs. An Essence Magazine bestseller. Love Jesus!

All of these things describe the experiences, accomplishments and commitment of the members of Women In Creative Arts Ministry and Leadership! Carol Ross-Burnett founded Women In Creative Arts Ministry & Leadership (WICAML) in 2020 to provide a forum for a small group of prominent women of God who minister to hundreds, thousands, and millions of people around the globe as singers, authors, speakers, songwriters, actors, television and radio hosts, and more. We come together weekly to share, care, and offer prayer for one another and others. We share in public forums with "Our Stories, His Glory!", inspiring and powerful testimonies of faith, challenge and triumph as we make a difference through ministry wherever we find ourselves. Contact [email protected] for more info.

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Our Stories, His Glory!

At Praisefest 2023, we came together to tell our stories and give God the glory! You learned about my discoveries and rewards for obedience to God's calling, Deborah's journey from humble beginnings to corporate C-suite and best-selling author, Angela's triumph over unimaginable personal loss and grief, Cydney's understanding of her role as a Christian in the entertainment industry, Marilyn, Brenda, and Jeanette's lessons learned about fame, faith, family, and worship, and how Babbie's time-honored gifts continue creating new opportunities for her to share the gospel.
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Comments from the WICAML 2022 Zoom conference

Thank you for the inspiration and refreshing. | You have encouraged my weary soul. I will press on... | Thank you for sharing such encouraging words and prayer! | We NEED sisters like you to wind us up & remind us of who we are | Bless you for sharing your journey of faith. | Sister-hood is so important! Thank you for your wonderful words…. | This is awesomeness!!! |Thank you so much for allowing me to join this wonderful zoom!! | I’m forever grateful! I needed this! | I don’t have the opportunity to fellowship so this is a true gift! | This has been such a blessing! | Praise God for this beautiful, blessed time! | This has been an amazing event. | I cannot tell you how much of a blessing and encouragement it was to see all you "seasoned" women. | … this was beautiful. | I appreciate your love for each other, wisdom, care and support. | Today has been confirmation - the Lord has been impressing me to do this for some time. | Thank you, all for your prayers, knowledge, and time. We, as women, need each other.

Hallelujah, I'm inspired! Blessings to you Ms. Carol, Ms. Babbie, Ms. Jeanette, Ms. Angela, Ms. Cydney, Ms. Brenda, Mrs. Marilyn, Ms. Deborah for sharing your gifts and experiences. Thanks to all the women in this lovely community who made this meeting possible. Glory to God!

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View My Guest Appearance on Cliff Wright's "Be Inspired Today" Podcast!

I recently had the opportunity to recall and share highlights of God's faithfulness to me as a singer, songwriter, author, speaker and career professional. What a journey! Join me as Cliff Wright poses questions designed to inform and inspire. And I get to pray for you and your journey, too! Please view on YouTube, like and share. And keep your eyes open for details on this year's virtual Platform Workshop for Christian Artists!

2020 PLATFORM WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS

Carol & Babbie after the 2019 Workshop

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A THOUGHT FOR ANY DAY... READ PSALM 37:23
Allow the path laid before you to manifest your creative gifts, inspire others and promote change

I've been thinking about pathways a lot lately. My newfound love for photography has helped me capture many variations of what paths can look like and reminded me that our individual paths are just as diverse. I had the great fortune of traveling to Europe before the pandemic and, while I marveled at the iconic landmarks we all know, I was fascinated with the spectacular array of paths and walkways I encountered. The beautiful variety brought to mind the different paths we have all taken - unique paths that tell our stories and that fuel our songs, books and speeches.

With all that's going on around us as a result of a global pandemic, the senseless killing of Black people while in police custody, mass murders and the resulting protests, there has been an awakening like never before. Where do you fit in? What is your path in this uncharted territory? How will you contribute to a path forward with your gifts and callings?

I know we are all praying for God's wisdom and protection as we experience the dramatic events of each day. Stay safe and stay well. Seek the Lord about what you can do and then...do it! Trust that your footsteps are ordered by the Lord and stay on the path He has laid out for you.

2019 Platform Workshop Highlights

Our 2019 workshop for aspiring and experienced Christian songwriters, singers, authors and speakers with Babbie Mason, Brenda Boyce, Qiana Conley, and Chicken Soup for the African American Soul and Woman's Soul writers was bigger and better than ever! We celebrated our 5th anniversary and showcased the talent of some of our past and new workshop attendees for the first time. See highlights above and our photo gallery below.

2018 Platform Workshop Highlights

Carol & 2018 Workshop Speakers & Special Guests

The 2018 Workshop took place once again in Los Angeles. The expanded Workshop drew singers, songwriters, authors and speakers to hear from eight outstanding professionals in these fields. I don't know anywhere else creative artists can find this combination of expertise in an intimate setting with speakers up close and accessible during networking breaks! Watch my post-workshop interview with Babbie Mason.

2018 Platform Workshop Photo Gallery