Gatling's Chapel Inc

Muhammad -Asst. Editor- Last updated: Jun 25, 2011 - 3:16:07 PM What's your opinion on this article? ‘It's Not Over ‘Til Jesus Speaks' Photos: (CW from left)The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan; Rev. Paul Jakes Jr.; Lafayette Gatling Sr.; Choir deliversspirit moving hymns during the program. Photos: dbarge.com CHICAGO (FinalCall.com) - Amidst songs of praise and thanksgiving, The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan delivered the keynote message for the 25th Anniversary celebration of Gatling's Chapel Incorporated June 5.On a sweltering hot day in Chicago, the combined choirs—dressed in crimson and cream—performed a medley of songs asking for the continuance of God's blessings and protection.The celebration themed “It's Not Over ‘Til Jesus Speaks,” featured Lafayette Gatling Sr., telling those gathered of their accomplishments, including the purchase of over 480 acres of land in Country Club Hills, Illinois, representing the largest underdeveloped property in Cook County. Once development is completed, The Gatling Community Development site will represent “one of the largest minority developments in the country.” Additionally, Gatling's Chapel Inc., is the largest Black owed funeral home in the United States with over 130 employees. Rev. Paul Jakes Jr., during his introduction called Minister Farrakhan “a quintessential preacher and theologian, a prophetic visionary and community builder.”“I am so honored to be here with my brother and my friend Mr. Gatling and his beloved wife and the Gatling family, to celebrate with you, your 25th anniversary.”Describing Mr. Gatling as a “visionary” and a “business genius” who definitely found his purpose in life.“What I saw tonight reminds me of the beauty of God's plan in Genesis, when He created a man after his own image and likeness, and gave him a job, to dress the garden that he had...