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Charlotte Goddard Kirkwood is a ferocious woman who has dedicated her life to serving God and bringing others to know and seek him. She is an Author, Entrepreneur, Life Coach, Pastor, Philosopher, Mother, and a sensational Grandmother.

She is a North Carolina native, who was raised in ministry as her parents Robert & Josie Goddard were in ministry and music respectively. She was always in an environment where listening and singing the gospel was profound. Over the years she has performed in many musical productions, from singing with her sisters “The Goddard Sisters, The McDonald's Gospel Fest Choir (NJ/NY), Irving Street Productions (Sweet Spirit Choir and Your Arms Are Too Short to Box with God), appearing in commercials such as Good Day New York and many other productions.

Her smile is infectious, her witty and bold personality which can be seen in her bold colored lips, hair, and fancy eyewear. Charlotte Goddard Kirkwood is not one to shy away from a conversation. 

With a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from The College of New Rochelle, a Master’s Degree in Business Leadership from Concordia College New York and now attending Nyack College of New York to receive her Master's in Mental Health Counseling. With those experiences and knowledge that she has gathered over the years, she uses to guide and nurture young adults and just about anyone that she encounters; reminding them that they are created for a higher calling and how they can fulfill the purpose that God has preordained in their lives. 

“Think Right, Speak Right” & “Obedience To God Is Everything” copyright 2019 are quotes that she lives by. 

One of her favorite Scripture is Matthew 6:33 “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness and all these things will be added to you.”

A phenomenal woman, doing amazing things. Paving the way for future generations of ferocious young leaders. Charlotte Goddard Kirkwood is married to Matthew Kirkwood three children (Tradonia, Kendal, & Keyshawn) and three grandchildren (Julian, Caleb & Eiliyah).

Matthew Kirkwood is the CEO of AlwaysFavor Production Management Co. He’s a two time Emmy nominated Producer & Director for McDonald's GospelFest which he produced for over 13 years. He also produced the Lincoln Park Music Festival and The Staten Island Gospel festival for the past 6 years. 

He has been blessed to work with some of the greatest singers and musicians in the entertainment industry over the years including; Donnie McClurkin, The Clark

Sisters, Martha Wash, Richard Smallwood, Elisabeth Withers, John P. Kee, CeCe Winans, Hezekiah Walker, The Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, Cissy Houston, Mary

Mary, Vickie Winans, Fantasia, The Mighty Clouds of Joy, Kirk Franklin, Dionne Warwick, Roberta Flack, Shirley Caesar, Melba Moore, and so many more. 

Mr.Kirkwood knows the ins and outs of the entertainment business; how it should be done and how people should be treated. As a singer and songwriter himself,

he has devoted his life serving the kingdom of God. Teaching and nurturing the future generation of vocalists and musicians.

Matthew Kirkwood is a God-fearing man with a powerful and uplifting voice. His motto is “If I can help somebody as I pass along, then my living is not in vain”. He is also married to Charlotte Goddard Kirkwood, three children (Tradonia, Kendal, Keyshawn), and three grandchildren (Julian, Caleb, Eiliyah).

Quawana Goddard-Nelson is the owner & operator of “Quawana’s Place” Hair Salon for over 20 years. She just recently started her online store “Quawana’s Fashions” https://quawanasfashions.com/ which can provide accommodations of stylish & trendy designs for men and women. Being in the beauty and fashion industry she has been a pillar to her community which she caters to the elderly is not only keeping them looking good but some she assists them with picking them up, taking them home, trips to the grocery store, taken to doctor appointments and also assisting them with their personal business.

Mrs. Goddard-Nelson has played a big part in the music industry which her gift has made room for her to participate with many different choirs and groups overtime i. e. The Goddard Sister’s, Eastern Youth Conference Mass Choir, Shiloh Baptist Mass Choir which she was featured as a soloist in 2003 recording titled CD “I’ll Say Yes”, McDonald’s Gospel fest Choir (NY/NJ) and assisted in the Gospel fest as a caregiver to several artists behind the scenes. She also participated in “Sweet Spirit Choir” which allowed her to partake in MY-9 Christmas and New Year’s Commercials (2009 & 2010) and along with traveling with the cast of “Arms too Short to Box with God.”

She was the former director of Shiloh Baptist Church (New Rochelle, NY) the Sounds of Shiloh, Shiloh Mass Choir, and Angelic Voices of Praise which this youth choir in 2014 was chosen to participate in “Disney Performing Arts on Stage” in Orlando, Florida. As time went on she has sung with the “Ray Gordon Singers”, Keith “The Captain” Gamble performing at the Fara Fina Café & Lounge, BB Kings, The Mist, and Club Bonafide. 

To be a part of the Music is her life from purchasing it and especially singing it, it is an honor to always give God the glory! Psalms 34:1 ”I will bless the Lord at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth. Her famous saying is “I DON’T WANT TO DO THIS” but that is not what God said. With that being said, “Life is not always fair, but God is good!”

Quawana is the proud wife of Deacon David P. Nelson of 21 years and the mother of three children (Josina, Kayla, & Aaron). She loves God and encourages others daily to believe and trust God at His Word.