Pump Up Your Book Presents I Need A Man Virtual Book Tour

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Pump Up Your Book is pleased to bring you O. Jermaine Simmons’ I NEED A MAN virtual book tour November 7 – December 30!

Inside the Book

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Title: I Need A Man
Author: O. Jermaine Simmons
Publisher: Certa Publishing
Pages: 116
Genre: Religion & Spirituality

In today’s world, there is a real need for men to engage in honest dialogue regarding their struggles and triumphs in life. While there are many definitions of manhood, both sacred and secular, many men find it difficult to apply those truths to their daily lives.

“I need a Man” offers a fresh perspective on the issues of godly manhood and mentoring. Using the Holy Scriptures as a foundation, you will discover why every man needs a godly man in his life and how each man can reach back and become a mentor himself. Indeed, God can use the struggles of one man to strengthen another.

Be prepared to be challenged and empowered! Learn how you can thrive in life, not just merely pass through it.

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Meet the Author

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A fourth generation preacher and pastor, Rev. O. Jermaine Simmons, Sr. was born in the great state of Georgia to the Rev. Dr. Perry and Elaine Griffin Simmons. He was raised in city of Newark, New Jersey, where his father served and still serves as pastor of the Abyssinian Baptist Church. At a very early age, the Lord revealed a musical gift which led to many years of service as a church musician, choir director, and even a jazz band trumpeter. These gifts and talents would prove to be the “glue” that would keep this young man connected and active in the Church.

After graduating from high school, Rev. Simmons entered Morris Brown College declaring a major of Early Childhood Education. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in the Spring of 2001. During his years at Morris Brown, he served as the Gospel Choir Director as well as a student-leader in the Campus Ministry department.

In March of 1999, the call to preach the Gospel was extended and accepted. Soon thereafter, Rev. Simmons was licensed by the Abyssinian Church and received further training at the Antioch Baptist Church North in Atlanta, Georgia. During his time at Antioch, Rev. Simmons was trained under the guidance and discipline of the Rev. Dr. Cameron M. Alexander. He was ordained to further carry out the work of the ministry in April of 2004. Even now, the training he received at Antioch has guided him through the work of the ministry and community outreach.

From 2001-2004, Rev. Simmons served in the Atlanta Public School system as a fourth and fifth grade teacher at the Walter F. White Elementary school. His love for education is rooted in three previous generations of teachers in both his paternal and maternal bloodlines. He has received numerous awards from various educational organizations for his tireless commitment to teachers, parents, and students alike.

In August of 2004, Rev. Simmons relocated to the city of Tallahassee, Florida where he served as the Youth and Collegiate Director for the Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. During this time, he received further guidance and training under the leadership of Rev. Dr. R.B. Holmes, Jr.

Only the Lord knew what lay in store for his servant, as his next transition was only two miles away from his previous assignment. In December of 2005, it was laid upon the heart of the Jacob Chapel Baptist Church family to call Rev. Simmons as their ninth Pastor. Standing on the broad shoulders of eight great men, the relationship between Pastor and members has proven to be a very fruitful one.

Since his arrival at Jacob Chapel, over 4000 souls have been added to the Body of Christ and the local church. Twenty Seven (27) ministries have been implemented, all of which are rooted in the motto of “Doctrine, Stewardship, Fellowship, and Evangelism”. Pastor Simmons firmly believes that we were all “saved to serve”. Therefore, the message and the ministry encourage all who attend to “get right, get in, and get active”…

Under Pastor Simmons’ leadership, Jacob Chapel has literally fed the hungry, clothed the naked, ministered to those in prisons, and built houses for those without shelter. It is the message of the Cross, the death, the burial, and the resurrection of Christ from the grave which continues to fuel the fire that burns within this passionate preacher and teacher.

He has been blessed to carry this message to communities and to people all over this nation. But his greatest joy is in knowing that he has reached “the least of these”, and provided hope for all who encounter his compassionate personality and heart-felt presentation. No matter where he is assigned to preach, Pastor Simmons has not wavered from delivering the Good News about “One Friday…”

Aside from being a Pastor, community leader, and dedicated Kingdom worker, Rev. O. Jermaine Simmons, Sr. is the proud husband of Mrs. Elise A. Simmons, and father of one son, Orinthius Jermaine Simmons, Jr. In lieu of the many accomplishments and awards that Pastor Simmons has received through the years, it will always be undergirded by his love for the Lord and for his family.

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Tour Schedule

Monday, November 7- Book featured at A Title Wave

Wednesday, November 9 – Book featured at Lover of Literature

Thursday, November 10 – Interviewed at The Review From Here

Friday, November 11 – Book featured at The Zen Reader

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Tuesday, November 15 – Guest blogging at Bent Over Bookwords

Thursday, November 17 – Book featured at Harmonious Publicity

Friday, November 18 – Book featured at The Bookworm Lodge

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Monday, November 21 – Guest blogging at As the Page Turns

Tuesday, November 22 – Guest blogging at Inkslinger’s Opus

Wednesday, November 23- Book featured at The Hype and the Hoopla

Thursday, November 24 – Interviewed at I’m Shelf-ish

Friday, November 25 – Book featured at Mello and June

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Thursday, December 8 – Guest blogging at The Revolving Bookshelf

Friday, December 9 – Book featured at The Dark Phantom

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Monday, December 12 – Book reviewed at Deal Sharing Aunt

Tuesday, December 13 – Guest blogging at Blogher

Wednesday, December 14 – Book featured at The Book Czar

Friday, December 16 – Interviewed at Literal Exposure

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Monday, December 19 – Book featured at All Inclusive Retort

Tuesday, December 20 – Guest blogging at Write and Take Flight

Wednesday, December 21 – Book featured at PUYB Book Club

Thursday, December 22 – Book featured at The Literary Nook

Friday, December 23 – Book featured at Confessions of an Eccentric Bookaholic

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Tuesday, December 27 – Interviewed at The Writer’s Life

Wednesday, December 28 – Book featured at From Paperback to Leatherbound

Friday, December 30 – Guest blogging at My Bookish Pleasures

 


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