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      Dr. Constance McIntyre        Dr. Vincent McIntyre

 

Dr. Constance M.B. McIntyre started dancing at the age of four. Her training includes, but not exclusively in the areas of classical ballet with Anjali Austin, former member of the Dance Theater of Harlem, Sheila Humphreys, Richard Sias and Lee Brooke, former chairman of the Department of Dance at Florida International University. She has studied Graham technique with Myra Woodruff, Anthony Morgan and Jacqulyn Buglisis of the Buglisis & Forman Dance Company. She was honored to study modern technique with Jawole Zollar, artistic director for the Urban Bush Woman Dance Company from New York City; Lynda Davis; various members of the Doug Varone Company and the Garth Fagan Dance Company, choreographer for the musical "The Lion King."

She is a graduate of Florida International University in Miami, Florida where she received a B.A. Degree in Dance Education; and a M.F.A. Degree from Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida in Professional Performance in Dance. She also received a degree in Practical Theology and a Teaching Certificate in Biblical Studies from International Seminary in Plymouth, Florida and a Doctorate in Christian Education from Jacksonville Theological Seminary in Christian Education. Dr. McIntyre has served as Biblical instructor and faculty member of Rose of Sharon Bible College/International Seminary and is the Rose of Sharon School of Liturgical Dance as Artistic Director and Choreographer. She is a licensed Minister of Biblical Studies and Music. She is a member of the Florida Dance Association and The Sacred Dance Guild.

Formerly an instructor in classical ballet and modern dance at Florida State University, she is also the author of Liturgical Dance: An Aesthetic View of Christian Worship through the Vehicle of Movement. She is the former dance editor for the Love Express Newspaper, in which she wrote a three part series on Dance: Is It For The Church or Not? Dr. McIntyre has choreographed and produced over eighteen major dance productions. She choreographed her first television special for PBS, Faces, in 1986. She later went on to appear in Dance Fever, BET, WLRN (Channel 17) and was a finalist in the Discovery talent show. She has received commendations from the Mayor of the City of Miami, Xavier L. Suarez-92 and the Mayor of Opa-Locka-1999 and 2004. Dr. Vincent & Dr. McIntyre, received the Keys to the City of Miami from Commissioner Chairman Arthur E. Teele, Jr and Mayor Manuel D. Diaz-2004, along with a Proclamation from Alex Penelas, Mayor of Miami Dade County, Florida-2004.

Formerly the Artistic Director of the Rose of Sharon School of Liturgical Dance for thirteen years; She is also formerly the co-founder of Rose of Sharon School of Liturgical Dance, the founder of the Youth Dance Ministry and the Rose of Sharon International Dance Company in Miami, Florida. Presently along with her husband Dr. Vincent McIntyre, she is the Artistic Director and Co-Founder of The McIntyre Institute, and founder of The International JEDAH Company. She is a former Adjunct Professor at Florida International University in the Department of Theatre and Dance. She has ministered through the venue of dance and preaching and teaching the word of God, in which she utilizes her distinctive brand of inspired liturgical dance. She has conducted seminars and workshops in Verona, Italy; Belize, Central America; Amsterdam, Holland; London, England; Kingston, Jamaica; Port of Spain, Trinidad, and throughout the United States.

Dr. McIntyre states: "It is my desire to strive for excellence in all my endeavors, simply because God deserves nothing less."

 

Pastor Vincent M. McIntyre called in 1982 as a proficient man of God full of the Holy Ghost has always had a burning desire to be a channel of blessings, and as much, God has anointed. He is especially grateful to God for the influence of great leaders in his life and ministry. These faithful stewards of God's Word made an indelible mark on his life, Brother Ulysses Morris, who mentored and encouraged him to stay in the Lord even against all odds, has even to this day remained a faithful friend and the late Dr. Thedford Johnson, and international theological scholar and Pastor of the National Baptist Convention for 39 years, who appointed Elder Vincent McIntyre as Co-Pastor of Caanan Missionary Baptist Church.

Pastor McIntyre's experience as an astute businessman began early in his childhood by Mr. Percy Smallwood and his wife who owned several local businesses were great influences in his life. Upon going through trials, troubles, being homeless at the age of 14, he learned early what it is to work hard even when obstacles presented themselves. Today, his hard work has paid off and now, Elder McIntyre is the President and CEO of several successful companies, Ecumenical Development, Inc. and its subsidiaries W.V., Inc. (International) and Ecumenical Community Services/Management, Inc. an the McIntyre Institute. Providing homes, instruction and jobs within the community.

He has also proven himself efficient in various political endeavors. He served four years as Community Liaison for the Florida House of Rep-District 109. He has recently been nominated and accepted the position of Florida Senior Delegate to the National Planning and Strategy Workshops in Washington, D.C. He was recently recognized in the Wall Street Journal as Businessman of the Year 2001-2004. He is currently a member of the National Presidential and Congressional Business Commission at Washington DC.

In addition Mr. McIntyre serves as honorary chairman representing the State of Florida in the National Business advisory Council at Washington DC Ordained as Senior Pastor for United States by Bishop Gabriel Imoisi of Christ Fellowship International with over forty churches in Africa. Pastor McIntyre is licensed in the United States, Europe and Asia.

In December 2003 Pastor McIntyre was presented the prestigious H.E.R.O.S. Award by the Chief of the City of Miami Police Department. A humble man, from humble beginnings, Pastor Vincent McIntyre has risen to the challenge and impacted our community, state, and country for the Lord, through his ministry and gifts. His greatest desire is to see God's people empowered to operate in spiritual excellence, financial freedom and moral purity, all to the glory of God.

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