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The birth of Anointed Movement started in the winter of 2006 with the
vision of Praise Dancer/Choreographer Raquel Hill of Bethel AME Church in Moorestown, NJ. Sis Raquel wanted to express
the battles and victories we all face from a creative and artistic view based on God's Biblical principals. She was
asked to have a praise dance team open the processional and minister at the Annual AME Conference at the Hilton Hotel in Cherry
Hill, NJ. Many ladies from local areas ranging in age from 4-75 met on Saturday mornings for rehearsals with Sis Raquel
at Bethel. Among those dancers were Carlene Groce, Renee Liciaga, and Brenda Barry.
Two and a half years later, Sis Raquel's blessing, love, and support
continues to encourage us to move, grow, and build what is now called Anointed Movement praise dance ministry.
Our love for the art of music, each other, and ultimately Jesus
Christ our Lord and Savior is what keeps us all in step!
Jude 1:24 Now unto
Him that is able to keep you from falling and to present you faultless before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy
25 To only the wise God our Savior be glory and majesty, dominion
and power, both now and ever. Amen.
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| The NEW Anointed Movement 2008!!! |
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| Praise God! He keeps leading more hearts here! Welcome Gail, Tanya, Alyssa, Rachel, Cassie, & Julie |
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| Anointed Movement July 2008 |
See below to meet our most current dancers
as well as some of the dancers we have been blessed to minister with in previous years. Our ministry is ever-shifting,
ever-changing, ever-growing - Praise God!!
Founder/Director/Choreographer
Raquel Hill
Assistant Artistic Director/Choreographer
Renee Liciaga
Renee's Musical Theatre
career spans over 25 years. She and husband Peter have performed all over the USA and the world in such shows as
West Side Story, Evita, DreamGirls, and Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
The Liciaga's live in Mt Laurel, NJ where Mrs Renee teaches and coaches all forms of Dance. Praise Be to God for my
husband, children, family, and church family that have been a blessing to me throughout the years.
Thank You Jesus for this
Performing Arts Ministry and most importantly for your love, protection, and grace!
Col 3:16
Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; Teaching and admonishing one another
in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs; Singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.
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Brenda Barry
Brenda is a singer/songwriter and an absolute music lover. She
is currently a Billing Coordinator for Disc Makers - a CD/DVD manufacturer geared specifically towards independent
performing artists & film makers. She met Renee in 2006 through her brother Ron Chambers. Brenda and
Ron have been creating and performing inspirational music since 2003.
Brenda has been dancing since she was 5 years old. For years dance
was a deeply instilled passion in which she could express herself without words and let worries drift away. "Learning through
Renee that it could be used to praise the Lord and minister to others changed my walk dramatically - I pray it's a long path
that God will continue to light for years to come. We have come so far from where we started as a ministry and I am
extremely thankful for that. I am excited to see where the Lord will direct us next!"
1Cor 13:2 If
I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains,
but have not love, I am nothing.
Carlene Groce
Carlene has been a teacher in both public school and her church
for the past 9 years. She enjoys teaching children and is blessed to know that God is using her to make a difference in their
lives.
Carlene became a part of Anointed Movement when the ministry was created by Raquel Hill to minister during
the 2006 AME Conference. She loved the idea of being able to dance with women of all ages and backgrounds. After the conference,
Carlene continued to minister with Anointed Movement for churches, schools, and adoption agencies. "I have never
had any formal dance training but love the idea of being able to minister through movement."
Psalm 37:4 Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give thee
the desires of thine heart.
Tanya B Wright
Tanya is a Dance Movement therapist who counsels souls struggling with mental
illness, trauma, and chemical addictions. Called by the Lord at a young age to dance, she went from praise dancing in
her bedroom to the stage of Eastern College. Tanya eventually became the President of Eastern College's Sacred Dance
Group and actively explored opportunities to share the glory of the Lord via creative arts. After completing Antioch
New England Graduate School as a Dance Movement Therapist in 2003, Tanya searched furthur training in dance as a ministry.
Her passion to bring the Word of God alive through dancing praise, prayers, and worship motivated her to become an ordained
certified dance minister. Although past obstacles prevented her from continuing her calling, God's perfect timing has
utilized Anointed Movement in the Spring of 2008 to bring her back to her roots. Alleluia!!
Tanya's love for non-verbal and spirit-led expression drives her to encourage others to connect with our divine
God. She provides workshops for churches, individuals, groups, dance teams, and whoever desires to find their creative
expression in relation to God via dance.
Tanya is an active member of the American Dance Movement Therapy Association, the Sacred Dance Guild, and Christian
Dance Fellowship, USA.
Psa 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and
renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Jer 31:4 Again I will build you, and you
shall be rebuilt, O virgin Israel! You shall again be adorned with your tambourines, and shall go forth in the dances
of those who rejoice.
Gail Santamaria
Gail currently works as an elementary school social worker. She has a passion for serving children and families
in need. Gail enjoys running and trains for long distance races, marathons, etc. She receives her motivation for
this by the song verse "Lord, lead me on and I will run after you" -One Pure and Holy Passion.
Gail began her performing arts career as a competitive gymnast. She began to participate in dance as part of
her gymnastics program. Her experience includes Ballet, Jazz, Tap, and Modern. Even before taking dance classes,
Gail remember constantly moving and dancing in her worship as a child. She feels so thankful to God for bringing
her to Anointed Movement where she can utilize His gifts to bring glory to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. "What you
are is God's gift to you; what you become is your gift to God."
Isaiah 40:31 But those who hope in the Lord will renew their
strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Becca Monroe
Becca loves dancing and anything to do with the outdoors and experiencing
nature (camping, hiking, etc).
She became interested in Anointed Movement after overhearing Sis
Renee talking about praise dance one morning after Bible Study. Becca has always enjoyed dancing, but never really found
the opportunities to do so. This turned out to be the perfect solution for her; "I found I can do something I truly
love and enjoy plus I can share that love with others and minister all at the same time."
Heb 11:1 Now
Faith is being sure of what you hope for, and certain of what you do not see.
Stacey
Roop
Stacey is a hair stylist by profession and she works at SuperCuts in Marlton, NJ. Her passion in life is her small herd of mini goats she breeds and raises as a
hobby. Stacey is the second of 5 children and has lived in NJ her entire life. She enjoys, music, reading, relaxing
outside when it is warm, and playing games with her family and friends.
Stacey got started with Anointed Movement back in the fall of 2007 when she decided to branch out
of her shell and get involved in some activities. Stacey says "I remember Renee mentioned something about dance and
God brought it back to my memory and I knew I had to talk to Renee about this possibility. After talking with Renee
I was hooked and have thoroughly enjoyed being a part of the recent piece entitled "R U Dressed" and cant wait
to be a part of "Via Dolorosa" in a couple weeks."
Ro 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been
called according to His purpose.
Jenna Bicking
Jenna loves to dance - most of her training consisted of twirling in the
living room. She is thankful to be a part of this dance ministry and is encouraged by the fellowship every time
the ladies meet. Jenna thanks God saying, "I can praise Him with the gift He has given me with ladies who love to praise
Him too!." She also enjoys drawing, acting, singing, and God's nature.
Psa 23:1 The Lord is my shepard, I shall not want.
Nina Romano
Nina absolutely loves to dance. She participates in cheerleading at
her school and has four brothers. Nina dreams of growing up to be a labor and delivery nurse. Next year she will
attend college to pursue this dream.
Joshua 1:9 Be
strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you
go.
Psalm 62:1-2 My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; He
is my fortress, I will never be shaken.
Linda Weir
Linda is enjoying retirement after a 25 and a 1/2 year long career as a NJ Parol Officer. Her three final years
were spent as the supervisor of the Camden District Office. Her first experience praising God through movement was when
Sis Renee provided choreography for the 2007 Easter Drama "More Than Just a Man" at Fellowship Baptist Church of Moorestown,
NJ. "I nearly fell through the floor when Renee invited me to join Anointed Movement, particularly since I have no previous
dance experience. However, once I got over my initial shock I found myself increasingly intrigued by the opportunity
to praise God through dance and movement." After prayer and consideration, Linda joined Anointed Movement in November
of 2007. "I had no idea just how much these ladies would be ministering to me as we seek to minister to others.
They have been an important part of my support as I am surviving breast cancer."
Psa 13:5 But
I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. 6 I will sing to the Lord, for He has been good
to me.
Alyssa Dinkler
Alyssa is a piano teacher and gives lessons to young chilren in her home
in Eastampton, NJ. She was homeschooled through all of her elementary and highschool years and has eight younger siblings.
Besides dancing, she also enjoys reading, mock trial, target shooting, sewing, soccer, herb research, and singing in the
church choir.
Psa 139:1-16 O Lord, you have searched me and you know me.
2 You know when I sit and when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. 3
You discern my going out and my lying down; you are familiar with all my ways. 4 Before a word
is on my tongue you know it completely, O Lord.........6 Such knowledge is too wonderful for me,
too lofty for me to attain. 7 Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence?
........14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I
know that full well.......16 .....All the days ordained for me were written in your book before
one of them came to be.
Julie Dinkler
Julie is glad to be able to dance with Anointed Movement along with her
three older sisters. As a homeschooler, Julie has developed a love for history and especially enjoys reading historical
novels. Julie likes to cook for her family and also enjoys gymnastics, weaving, sewing, and writing.
Psa 119: 9-11 How can a young man keep his way pure? By living
according to your word. 10 I seek you with all of my heart; do not let me stray from your
commands. 11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.
Rachel Dinkler
Rachel joined Anointed Movement after dancing with them for FBC's Easter Cantada "The Christ, The Cross, The
Crown". She enjoys dancing and is thankful for the opportunity to praise God through her dance. Rachel also
enjoys playing Soccer and Softball, target shooting, playing the piano, and drawing. She is the 2nd in a family of 9
children, all of which are homeschooled.
PSA 36:5-7 Your
love, O Lord, reaches to the heavens, your faithfulness to the skies. 6 Your righteousness
is like the mighty mountains, your justice like the great deep. O Lord, you preserve both man and beast. 7
how priceless is your unfailing love! Both high and low among men find refuge in the shadow of your wings.
Cassandra Dinkler
Cassandra joined Anointed Movement with her three sisters. She also
has five other siblings which makes for a busy home; especially because they are all homeschooled. Cassandra enjoys
worshiping the Lord through singing, playing the piano, and dancing. Other enjoyed activities are target shooting, swimming,
gymnastics, reading, playing logic games, sewing, and soccer.
Psa 139:14-16 I praise you becasue I am fearfully and wonderfully
made; you works are wonderful, I know that full well. 15 My frame was not hidden from you
when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth, 16
your eyes saw myunformed body. All the days ordained fro me were written in your book before one of them came to be.
Courtney Brown
Courtney ministered with Anointed Movement during 2006. She is currently
attending the College of New Jersey, class of 2011, studying English and Special Education. She continues to bless others
as the newly appointed head of the Sign Language Ministry. We hope to have her dancing with us again in the near future!
Phi 4:13 All
things are possible through Christ who strengthens me.
II Tim 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit
of fear; but of power, and love, and of a sound mind.
Alana Booker
Alana also ministered with Anointed Movement in 2006. She currently
attends Hampton University studying Psychology and Early Childhood Education. She is doing well and really enjoying
herself. Hopefully she will once again join us to minister through dance.
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