A Song of Hope: We Are For World Change!

A Song of Hope: We Are For World Change!

We Are For World Change!  Change the World.
We are the Children of Hope and the Mirrors of Love.

We Are For World Change!  Change the World.
Let’s Change the World!


We know how to help and what we should dream.
The problems are big. Do you know what we mean?

Global Warming and wars, with no food to share.
Earth equals Heart. Can we please learn to care?


We Are For World Change! Change the World.
We are the Children of Hope and the Mirrors of Love.
We Are For World Change! Change the World.
Let’s Change the World!


Violence is never right. We’ve got to help make it end
Let’s open our hearts and learn to be friends.

We are the Children of Hope, and Mirrors of Love.

We represent the NEW DAY
And with the new day, we bring a new way……

We are asking our parents, our families,

our teachers, our artists, musicians and friends...
our police officers, our politicians,

our leaders of every religion and faith, 

our  business owners, our corporations,

our diplomats, our scientists, our scholars...

----the list never ends.


We Are For World Change! Change the World.

Food, Housing, Healthcare, Education, Electricity, Voting Rights and Prosperity to Share for ALL.


Peace, Understanding, Compassion, Kindness and Love.

We Are For World Change! Change the World.
Let’s Change the World!


We Are the Children of Hope and the Mirrors of Love.
We represent the NEW DAY.
And with the New Day, We Bring A New Way……

Peace, Sharing, Understanding, Compassion, Kindness and Love.  Let’s Change the WORLD!

We Are the Children of Hope and the Mirrors of Love.

We Are For World Change! Change the World.
Let’s Change the World!

(C) Rev. Melony McGant

When People Are Unkind, A Heart Song to Share Children!!!

When People Are Unkind, A Heart Song to Share Children!!!


If you listen carefully and sing this song, you will feel that only Love belongs....


When people, people are unkind, never you mind, never you mind!

They may say hurtful things, cause fear rules their hearts.  Life for them may seem like it's been falling apart.


Love them anyway.  Love them anyway.  You can show them the way. Be your best in every way, everyday!


Just Believe...Believe in yourself, because with your good deeds and thoughts, there's no anger to be bought, no fear to be taught.


You are given joy and peace of mind, when no matter what,--- you remember to be kind!


When people, people are unkind, never you mind, never you mind!


You have the strength and courage to live this day in Grace.
Every word you say, every step you take, can one day benefit the Hue-Man Race.


When people, people are unkind, never you mind, never you mind!


Love them anyway, Love them anyway. Show them the way.  Be your best every day, in every way!


You can help save the Hue-Man Race each time you take a step in Grace.


When people are unkind, never you mind, never you mind!


Cause you listened carefully, and you know this song.  Now you know that only Love belongs!


You can help save the Hue-Man Race each time you take a step in Grace.

 Re-Member...Peace Is Possible through Compassion, Forgiveness, Kindness, Integrity, Mercy, Respect, Understanding and Love! 
 
Always, Melony

Honor All Who Came and Ascended In Love

Honor the Heroines and Heroes on Earth/Heart Today and All Who Came in Love and Ascended in Love!

Beloveds,
Breathe and Exhale Love Four Times. Honor the Heroines and Heroes on Earth Today and All who came in Love and Ascended in Love.

Honor Your Mother, the Earth/Heart and let your hearts become nurturing gardens of Peace. Do this for the Future of All Children, and Loving sentient beings.

Let there be no more senseless killing or talk of petty wars. There is no need for destruction. Put down your weapons, tend the soil and build bridges of tolerance, understanding and compassion.

Open your hearts and embrace humility.  Honor your parents and your children.  Love your neighbors.

Sing with birds in the rain.  Dance in the Sun with butterflies. Swim in the ocean with the dolphins. Sit under a wisdom tree and share your hope with your children.  Live Joyfully in Peace!

These are the Words from the Heart of Our Blessed Mother Father Creator!  Please Honor, Respect Each Other and Live with Love!

Again Breathe and Exhale Love Four Times.  Honor the Heroines and Heroes on Earth/Heart Today and All Who Came in Love and Ascended in Love.

Please Re-Member...Peace is Possible through Compassion, Forgiveness, Integrity, Kindness, Mercy, Respect, Understanding and--- The Grace of Love!



Always, Melony

WOW! Women Of Wonder! We Salute YOU!

 My Mom, Betty J. Tilman of Pittsburgh PA asked me to write a piece on Women. Then she said "Send It Around the World". Please Help Deliver this Message of Love!  

1996 Photo By Peter Wolf of Pittsburgh, PA

Always, Melony

Together Let's Affirm and Honor Women Across the Earth/Heart. Here Is A Challenge to YOU!

I've written this poem called

"WOW! Women Of Wonder! We Salute YOU!",

and would like to see/ hear it performed on Youtube, Shared All Over FB, Tweeted, Social Media, etc., including television and the radio in honor of Women's Month the entire month of March. Translate the poem into Your Language. Choreograph It. Put Music To It. Recite It. Make your videos solo, with a group, with children, with senior citizens. What Would Happen If We Honored Women All Over the World.

Please Let's Find Out Together! 

 Always, Melony McGant

WOW! Women Of Wonder! We Salute YOU!

WOW! Women Of Wonder! WOW! Women Of Wonder!

We Salute YOU!

Grandmothers, Mothers, Sisters, Aunts, Cousins,

Friends and Good Neighbors…

You Listen Deeply, Share Your Hearts with Compassion and Inspire Us with Your Kindness and Love that Never Ends.

We Are Born and Live On Earth Because of YOU!

WOW! Women Of Wonder! WOW! Women Of Wonder!

We Salute YOU!

You Are Activists, Accountants, Actors, Advocates for Justice, Artists, Architects, Astronauts, Aviators, Business CEOs and Leaders, Business Owners, Caretakers, Change Agents, Carpenters, Constructions Workers, Clergy, Diplomats, Engineers, Dreamers, Writers, Dancers, Musicians, Spirit Journeyers, and Matriarchs of Hope.

You Teach Us Patience. Build Bridges of Possibility. Create Skyscrapers of Integrity, Lift Us Up with Good Purpose. Share Our Dreams. Wipe Our Tears. Show Us Joy. And Remind Us that Education, Equity and Peace

Can and Should Be Our Reality.

WOW! Women Of Wonder! WOW! Women Of Wonder!

We Salute YOU!

You Are Bus Drivers and Train Conductors, Beauticians, Chefs and Cooks, Doctors, Educators, Historians, Librarians, Gardeners, Nurses, Nurturers of Children and Families, Scientific Researchers, Freedom Speakers, Inventors,

Leaders of Countries, Hospitals, Foundations

and Universities, Judges, Governments Employees, Legislators, Congressional Representatives, Senators, Members of the Military, Police Officers, and Veterans.

You Birth Us. You Nurture Us. You Defend Us.

You Help Heal Us. You Support Us. You Represent Us.

You Pray With Us. You Guide Us.

WOW! Women Of Wonder! WOW! Women Of Wonder!

We Salute YOU!

Across the 7 Continents of the World in Africa, Antarctica, Australia, Europe, North America and South America. We Join Hands and Hearts As We Celebrate and Salute Women of All Cultures and Faith Traditions.

Women … Community Builders. Givers. Helpers. Servant Leaders. Peacemakers. Entrepreneurs. Homemakers. And Visionaries!

Women.

WOW! Women Of Wonder! WOW! Women Of Wonder!

We Salute YOU!

© Rev. Melony McGant 

 Please let me know what you are doing!!!

email: melonymcgant@yahoo.com

on Twitter: @MelonyMcGant

Woven Into the Heart Tapestry

Woven Into the Heart Tapestry Beloveds---- Woven deeply into the heart tapestries of our lives are the stories and secrets of our souls. We may share a story but rarely do we reveal ourselves or our wounds in totality.  We have forgotten the great mystery of Love woven within our very beings. Divine Spirit, in calling us to Awaken, asks us to Re-member In Love all the places and wounds that need to be healed. Breathe Deeply Six Times. As you Inhale, ask for and offer forgiveness in your heart. Exhale memories of old wounds.  Breathe Deeply and allow your Soul to easily Awaken. The Great Mystery of Love is like a Woven Heart Tapestry that somehow connects us to All that Is Generous, Merciful, Loving and Divine.  Always,  Melony       Peace is Possible through Compassion, Forgiveness, Kindness, Mercy and Love!

Dress for the Weather!

Beloveds---

Breathe and Exhale Deeply 6 Times.

Inhale Tenacity.  Exhale Patience. Inhale Tenacity.  Exhale Patience. Inhale Tenacity.  Exhale Patience.  Inhale Tenacity.  Exhale Patience....

Give Thanks for Beautiful Rainy Day with its clouds of Chance. 

Prepare with Joy.  Dress for the Weather.  Wear Shoes of Fortitude. 

Put on a Coat of Gratitude.  Carry an Umbrella of Understanding. 

Again BREATHE Deeply. 

Align Your Mind, Your Heart and Your Soul.  Feel the Grace of Aliveness, Compassion and Love. 

Step tenderly and deliberately into the Beautiful Rainy Day. 

Remember this---  Rainbows of Hope Will Appear with Your Every Act of Compassion and Kindness!    

Always, Melony 
Peace Is Possible through Compassion, Forgiveness, Integrity, Kindness, Mercy, Respect, Understanding and Love!  

Life, Death and No Regret!

                          Life, Death and No Regret! 
Beloved Radiant ONES--


Let Us  Clear Our Minds and Our Hearts. Now, Breathe  and Exhale Deeply Four Times.


In Compassion and Love.  Out Love and Healing with  Courage and Integrity. In Compassion and Love.  Out Love and Healing with  Courage and Integrity.  In Compassion and Love.  Out Love and Healing with  Courage and Integrity. In Compassion and Love.  Out Love and Healing with  Courage and Integrity.


Just as trees, flowers and all living things; we are all born from the Seed of Love. Even when our bodies are frail, our Hearts grow strong when nurtured with Love.
Some of us stay here for many years, share wisdom with many others and learn great lessons.

Others stay only a short time but their Love guides and gives us courage, strength and new purpose. Through them we learn what it is to be happy even when we are very sad!

Joy comes when we learn to support and nurture eachother with compassion and share our special moments.

Hopefully we learn quickly to say what is in our hearts and to live with No Regret--- because sometimes we are asked to offer our tender goodbyes when we just became comfortable and said a loving hello!

And Yes, it is true-- Every beautiful flower will wilt and return to the Earth; and strong trees may fall in a storm and die; but the Roots of Love are Eternal and can remain and blossom in our minds and our hearts throughout Eternity in the Circle of Life and Love!
                                                                                                     
 Always, Melony 
                                                                                                            
Peace is Possible through Compassion, Hope, Forgiveness, Integrity, Kindness, Mercy and Love!

With This Beautiful Full Moon, Breathe Deeply and Say... "I Have the Courage to Be Myself!"

Beloveds,


With This Beautiful Full Moon, Breathe Deeply and Say...
"I Have the Courage to Be Myself!"


Each and Every Day through the Gift of Unselfish Love, Our Blessed MotherFatherMaster Creator nurtures our Heart/Earth.

 
In the light of Moon, we are offered the opportunity of Spiritual health, honorable relationships and expanded peace to grow and prosper.


Some will close the blinds, shutters, doors and their hearts on the Moon's brilliance. I will not ignore the LIGHT.


With Gratitude, I Breathe Deeply Six Times. Each Time Slowly I Exhale.


Each Breath becomes like the Full Moon offering compassion; shining a bright Light of Authentic Love.


I Breathe In Compassion. Out Love. In Compassion. Out Love.


Feeling the Light of Eternity, I accept the challenge to be Myself and expand in Compassion through the Light of Authentic Love.


I Have the Courage to Be Myself!


Deeply I Breathe... In Compassion. Out Love. In Compassion. Out Love! In Compassion. Out Love. In Compassion. Out Love! In Compassion. Out Love. In Compassion. Out Love! In Compassion. Out Love. In Compassion. Out Love!


Always, Melony
Peace is Possible through Compassion, Forgiveness, Integrity, Kindness, Mercy, Respect, Understanding and--- The Grace of Love!

Thank You For Your Concern, Collective Prayers and Courage

Thank You For Your Concern, 

Collective Prayers and Courage!

Beloveds---

Thank You For Your Concern, Collective Prayers and Courage to help build a better World where all of us have the opportunity to prosper in good health, safety, and Love; with unlimited opportunity to live and dream and contribute our unique gifts. I Appreciate YOU!

Recently I was feeling sad and thinking that my work as an ordinary citizen and spiritual peacemaker was insignificant.  A dear friend reminded me that our good actions, thoughts and prayers always do make a difference.


He also told me that alone we are not the change but instead we are the catalyst for change.  In my impatience, I had forgotten that real change, good change that is systemic and long-lasting takes a very, very long time.  And when we look at our existence as humans on Earth, this is true.  In fact, in our quest for material success, sometimes it appears that we have taken a several steps backwards.  

This is why I am asking that we take a  look at the current fearful reality that we have created so that we can move forward with a desire and a commitment to create a World with Cooperative, Sustainable Love where unlimited generations of Our Children can prosper with respect for each other, preserve and share the Earth's abundance, and live in safety with Joy.

Take a moment to still yourself.  Breathe and Exhale Deeply Ten Times.  In Hope with Love. Out Hope With Love. In Hope with Love. Out Hope With Love. In Hope with Love. Out Hope With Love....

Now let us open our hearts to Truth.  In Atlanta, Chicago, New York and across the United States, in South America, Ukraine and throughout Europe, Israel, Gaza, Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran, Syria, Yemen, Pakistan, Tibet, Kenya, Nigeria, Sudan, and throughout many other parts of Africa, Asia and Australia--virtually Everywhere on Earth---violence has become a part of the culture we impose on Our Children through entertainment media and improper use of technology.  


Violence is also used to control others, sometimes by law enforcement, the military, militia and terrorists--- many times for political gain, in greed, in despair and desperation, even in quests for Freedom!

 And yet violence never offers hope, compassion, healing, or forgiveness.  Only Courage, Education, Mercy, Respect, Understanding, Wisdom and Love Offer Hope, Compassion, Forgiveness and Healing, As Bridges to Real Cooperation and Peace for Our Human Collective.

Please re-member to keep breathing.  In Hope with Love. Out Hope With Love.  In Hope with Love. Out Hope With Love.

We are often told by our politicians, leaders and the media that there is a just cause for violence  and war.  They tell us that every nation, and human being has a right to defend themselves.  We share and spend billions in missiles, bombs, drones and guns.


How many  innocents civilians--- elders, women, men and children, have been killed in disputes in their homes, walking the streets, visiting malls or riding buses, trains and airplanes across the World?  Too Many.  Far Too Many!

And why then is it that when soldiers come back from battle, we offer inadequate resources for healing of mind, body and spirit.  How many of those wounded veterans are suffering or homeless?   Too Many.  Far Too Many!  

When we know the Truth, we have a responsibility to use the moral compass of our hearts to act as Catalysts for Good Change through Education, Cooperation and Sincere Efforts to Bring and Be the Peace!!! 

The Truth is, we ourselves must stop hating, and killing in our minds and hearts!  We must insist that our leaders and politicians become true servant leaders and advocates of Equity, Compassion, Peace and Prosperity For ALL People; honoring all Faiths and Cultures!

And Yes, real change, good change that is systemic and long-lasting does takes a very, very long time.  The road is long, steep and sometime arduous.  It will not be easy but with patience and unselfish Love, we can each use our unique gifts and become Catalysts for Good Change.

Again, Breathe Deeply. In Hope with Love. Out Hope With Love.  In Hope with Love. Out Hope With Love.

Today, let us humbly move forward with a desire and a commitment to create a World with Cooperative, Sustainable Love where unlimited generations of Our Children can prosper with respect for each other, preserve and share the Earth's abundance, and live in safety with Joy. 


Thank You For Your Concern, Collective Prayers and Courage to help build a better World!

Today Re-Member...Peace is Possible through Compassion, Forgiveness, Integrity, Kindness, Mercy, Respect, Understanding and--- The Grace of Love!

And So It Is With Love!

Always, Melony 

Be An Instrument of Grace.

Be An Instrument of Grace.

Today, Let Us Take a Moment to Breathe and Exhale Deeply Many Times.

In Courage, Integrity and Love. Out Courage, Integrity and Love.

Humanity has Unlimited Potential to Share with Compassion and Grow in Love.

We must commit to see the best in others, and to believe that there is Good in Our World.

So often we spend so much time proving that others are wrong, We Forget about the Good That Is Possible.

Our World Has Many Challenges. People are starving. We need better education and housing with Equity for All.

 What if we looked at all that Is working, and made a commitment to do more Good?

 What if even in disagreement, we were able to listen to eachother?

Could We Come to More Understanding?

 What If You and I Stopped Bickering, and We Decided to Have More Courage to Allow Our Thoughts and Actions to Reflect Only Integrity and Love?

You Know What?  We Could Make Our Lives Better.  We Could Change the World!

 Again, Breathe and Exhale Deeply.  In Courage with Integrity and Love.  Out Courage with Integrity and Love.

Today, Be An Instrument of Grace. Live the Melody of Compassion, Kindness and Love!

Peace is Possible through Compassion, Forgiveness, Kindness, Mercy, Respect, Understanding and--- The Grace of Love!

Always, Melony

Cherish Lillies of Hope!

Cherish Lillies of Hope!

I Breathe and Exhale Deeply Six Times.

I sit and contemplate the mystery of the Lillies. In my home. Shared by a Friend.

They have blossomed and reminded me that the Truth of Love is held always in the heart of a Generous Spirit.

The beauty of Life lies in the Offering of Compassion and Kindness.

We are all Worthy to find Joy in the simple pleasures. A conversation with friends brings laughter and sometimes tears reminding us that we are not alone.

It is possible that every humble home can be a Heaven On Earth.

For me, No matter Where I Am, When I Offer My Best with Love, Lillies of Hope Guide My Path of Courage with Grace, Gratitude and Good Purpose.

Always, Melony

"From What We Get..." Arthur Ashe

 

      "From What We Get..." Arthur Ashe



"From what we get, we can make a living; what we give, however, makes a life." Arthur Ashe


Beloveds,

Take a moment to Breathe and Exhale Deeply Ten Times. Let us ponder the unresolved issues of race and class in America, and Worldwide as well as the many acts of violence permeating Our Earth/Heart."

Healing can occur only when we openly admit Truth.

 "From what we get, we can make a living; what we give, however, makes a life."   These are the words of humanitarian, author and tennis great, Arthur Ashe. 

  Part of His story and Our story was told beautifully in an award winning docu-drama written, starring, funded and produced by Joseph H. James Jr. www.joejamesjr.com/arthur.htm

This 80 minute film titled "Arthur! A Celebration of Life!" is a beautiful journey of Revelation and Truth that deeply touched my heart.

An important family/educational film, it explores race and segregation in America, having a passion for tennis and being an "underdog" as well as a monumental world-wide tennis success and humanitarian. It also explores living with Aids because of a blood transfusion and dying with dignity as an American Hero and World Citizen.

 It is a deeply moving film with an ethereal air and beautiful music. Its ensemble cast includes Monet Dunham, Elain R. Graham, Brenda Jordan, Terria Joseph, and Marlene McCoy, with music by Ebony Joann, Alicia Keys and others. It has been reported that the cast, crew and musicians gave their time in honor of a True World Hero, Arthur Ashe.

 "Arthur, A Celebration of Life!" is a docu-drama of which we can all be proud. It is my hope that it becomes circulated Worldwide and used as a basis for a commercial feature film by Joseph H. James, Jr. I am deeply inspired by this beautiful film and thank Joseph H. James, Jr. and All involved in this project.  

I also sincerely thank Arthur Ashe's wife, Jeanne Moutoussamy Ashe and their daughter Camera Ashe for all the beautiful ways that they continue the legacy of Arthur Ashe.

 Today please join me in contemplating the words of Arthur Ashe... 

 "True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost."

 

www.joejamesjr.com/arthur.htm

 May We All Strive To Live As Heroes! 

 Always,
 Rev. Melony McGant

In Celebration of Love, jazz singer/actress Vea Williams​ and I Ask You For Your Good Wishes and Generous Financial Contributions to POISE Foundation Betty J. Tilman Good Neighbor Legacy Fund

in honor of My Activist Mother,

Betty J. Tilman!

 Blessings of Love and Light, Melony

Announcing the Creation of the POISE Foundation

Betty J Tilman Good Neighbor Legacy Fund  www.poisefoundation.org

Dear Friends and Citizens of the World:


My name is Loretta Veatrice Williams aka Vea Williams*.  Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, I am NYC based jazz singer/song stylist & writer/actress. From a very early age I experienced being loved and nurtured by my parents, siblings and other members of the community such as Ms. Betty J. Tilman.


In 1973 while I was a member  of the University and City Ministries (UACM) Gospel Choir, Ms. Betty arranged and escorted us on a life affirming journey to East Africa.  Recognizing my potential, when we returned, she then arranged for me to perform the opening song for the Ebony Fashion Fair at Heinz Hall  in Pittsburgh.  She also has a special silk dress made for me to wear for the performance. Ms. Betty's gift of love, her faith in my creativity and constant support has helped me to develop and grow into the woman and artist I am today.


Ms. Betty J. Tilman has inspired and impacted the lives of thousands of students, young people and adults by encouraging them to be good critical thinkers, building their self esteem and encouraging them to excel in their chosen careers.  She continues to build bridges of cooperation and support as she actively educates many in the Pittsburgh, PA community. 


This is why I am asking you to join me and continue to support  her legacy and important work by making your generous tax deductible contributions to the Betty J Tilman Good Neighbor Legacy Fund created by her daughter, Rev. Melony McGant.


The income from this fund is to be used for organizations or venues that bring awareness to the importance of nurturing children/young adults so that they become critical thinkers and know the history of those who have created Pathways of Hope in Western Pennsylvania and the World.  It will help educate  the community and encourage participation  in projects that help children/young adults learn to embrace their culture, use their creativity and technology, develop their intellectual acumen, understand the legislative process, as well as the importance and power of the vote in a democratic society; And become good citizens of the World.  It will honor the legacy of  Betty J. Tilman and others who act as Go-Givers.


Thank YOU In Advance For Your Good Wishes and Generous Contribution to the Betty J Tilman Good Neighbor Legacy Fund. www.poisefoundation.org


Vea Williams


You can make your donations to the POISE Foundation online by clicking this link below  for the POISE Foundation. www.poisefoundation.org


When You Go to the site, look for  Betty J Tilman Good Neighbor Legacy Fund.
 
Or Send Your Check to:


Mark Lewis
POISE Foundation
603 Stanwix Street
Suite 1700
Pittsburgh, PA 15222


Phone:412-281-4967
 
The POISE Foundation Vision for a Sustainable Black Community for the Pittsburgh Region


A Community that is:
A Model of Collaboration, Partnership and Innovation,
Uniquely Diverse, Beautiful, Vibrant and Connected,
Reinvesting Culturally, Spiritually, and Economically,
Creating the Best Opportunity for Everyone to Live, earn,  Work and Play.


* Special Note: Jazz vocalist and composer Vea Williams  has performed with Marion Brown, Albert Daley, Frank Foster, Dexter Gordon, Barry Harris, Dr. Nelson Harrison, John Hicks, Norman Simmons,  Ed Stoute, Salieu Suso, Buster Williams, Reggie Workman and other fine jazz artists. 
Vea has traveled and performed internationally on four continents. Her television appearances include The Lou Rawls Parade of Stars, the Emmy Award Winning PBS Production of LANGSTON, and Voices of Kenya. 
Her cds are KHLOEE, You've Got This Space, The Underground Railroad To My Heart and Love Blooming.

True Friends Are Personal Angels!

         True Friends Are Personal Angels!

Beloveds,

True Friends Are Personal Angels. Yes. Personal Angels!

They show up when needed, give space with care, nurture us through disappointment, or tough times, and encourage us to live our greatness.

A true friend shares your life passages of success and failure, and often lifts you up to begin again with Courage, Integrity and Love.

A friend shares our laughter and tears; sadness and joy, and reminds us to cherish the good of our lives.

Through Abiding Love, friends are members of Our Divine Family.

Breathe Deeply and Exhale Slowly Six Times.

In Love. Out Love.   In Love. Out Love.   In Love. Out Love.

In Love. Out Love.   In Love. Out Love.   In Love. Out Love.
Today Let's Celebrate Our Personal Angels and the Gift of True Friendship!


Always, Melony
Peace is Possible through Compassion, Cooperation, Hope, Forgiveness, Integrity, Kindness, Mercy, Patience, Respect, Understanding and the Grace of Love!