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  • I am glad to be able to recommend our friends and fellow laborers in the work of the Lord, Steven and Vonda Hamilton, Expressions of Emmanuel. We have observed their dedication to the work that God has called them and their family to, which is making and developing DVDs in a very professional way, to communicate the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the teachings of the Bible to the deaf. Steve and Vonda are very diligent and dedicated to this ministry.

    I feel that Vonda has found a wonderful way to communicate the truths of God's word to the Deaf. I pray that she will be able to continue to produce these vital truths and get them into the hands of Church leaders, both deaf churches and hearing churches. They very powerfully through drama and songs on DVDs convey the message of God's word.

    Our church, Signs of Love Deaf church, believe that what Steve and Vonda have to offer to both the deaf churches and the hearing churches needs to be funded so she can mass produce these DVDs and get them into the hands of Christian leaders every where; therefore we have prayerfully made a decision to financially support their ministry. Our prayer is that they will be able to receive an abundance of support from other churches or wherever God wants to bring it so this can be accomplished quickly, because time is of the essence. Our Lord's return is near and there is so much work that still needs to be done. May God bless, Expressions of Emmanuel's ministry to His glory and to reaching many lost souls.
    -God bless, Pastor Gerald & Terry Michau

  • Vonda's animal illustrations were amazing; through this you can easily understand the word of God. We can relate our character through looking at those animals. Are we like a frog or a sloth sometimes? Vonda has such a gift from God to share His message very clearly.
    -Brian (deaf graduate of ETC) and Marie Flor Plummer, Phoenix, Arizona

  • There is a deaf man in my community who had been away from church taking care of his homebound wife. I was in the habit of sharing with them the fun Christian DVDs in ASL that are available. She has since passed, and he has started attending church again. I had shared with him Vonda's songs DVD. The next week when I saw him, he thanked me for the DVD and told me how much he appreciated and enjoyed it. He asked for more. I explained that there weren't any more. He responded, "but I need more". I explained that what I meant "there aren't any more" is that there isn't any more that have been made and edited yet. His response "But I need more" has stayed with me. So I plea with you, Vonda, Steven, and you as supporters. Please "we need more". Thank you for making these terribly valuable videos with the message of Christ available.
    -In His Hands, Sherry Nicks, Fulton, Missouri

  • Thank God for devotional DVD, very simple lessons, clear presentation and blessing to learn God's Word. Thank God for devotional DVD, very simple lessons, clear presentation and blessing to learn God's Word.
    -Blessings! Larry

  • We think stories like this would be helpful in Trinidad...

  • Through Texas country scenes, Vonda matches expressions in songs 'branded with hope.' In Vonda's range of emotions - humor to sadness - we see the signs of hope in Christ. Great for personal devotionals, small groups, or worship. Deaf and hearing people will enjoy this!
    -Tom

  • From Philadelphia to Colorado to Hawaii, Vonda takes us across the country to open our eyes to parables and stories from the Bible. A useful teaching tool for small groups, Sunday schools, or personal devotions, this DVD is a good bridge between the Deaf and hearing.
    -Tom

  • With touching emotion, Vonda Hamilton puts into beautiful sign language the Christ-centered music of the Branded Duo. When you watch the way she signs such songs as Praise You, Blood of Jesus and Today you can't help but feel like worshipping right along with her. Her lively renditions of New Walk, Washed in the Blood and Clean on the Inside not only put a smile on your face, but cause you to think about the meanings of the songs and your Christian walk. The music and vocals by Branded, along with Vonda's skilled signing and the beautiful background, all combine to make the entire album one that you will want to watch over and over again.
    -Mark

  • i have love all of the song that you have done my most favorite song is eagle wings and the devotional i just love it and britton has sit down and watch them with us his favorite song is a new walk he watch it over and over same as me on eagle wing that the one that has won my heart...
    -love ya Ang

  • In response to Pearls to Pigs and Flamingos:
    • Simple, short, clear.
      -Shannon Love Deaf from Missouri Deaf Bible Study leader, Deaf ministry worker
    • 'good comparison of flamingos to the fruit. '
      -Shannon Love Deaf from Missouri
    • wow. the message that life is precious. It is important not to just throw that to the pigs.
      -Scott Deaf from Missouri
    • good visual'.
      -Dean Love former pastor of a Deaf congregation

  • In response to Branded:
    • Impressive
      -Dean  former pastor of Deaf congregation
    • Wow. awesome
      -Scott Deaf from Missouri
    • 'passionate, visually-rich,      
      -Sherry Deaf ministry worker from Missouri

  • ...I wanted to commend you on the FANTASTIC job you did at the Austin Deaf Crusade with the kids ministries – wow.  It was sooo good and way above and beyond anything I had seen in the past.  You certainly have a gift to set up the whole environment, bring in the right supplies, work with the kids, and so much more.  And I really enjoyed all that Steven and your kids did also to help minister throughout that weekend in October.


  • To whom it may concern,
    I am writing in support of Vonda Hamilton.
    I have known Vonda for about three years, and she has led some of our youth ministry programs at our church, Jesus Lutheran Church of the Deaf and has also been the guest speaker at the Austin Deaf Crusade in October, 2009. She has a gift of being able to proclaim clearly the Gospel of Jesus Christ in her skits and her music with the Deaf children with whom she has worked. The children (and adults) love her. She is highly motivated and has many great plans for skits and music.
    She comes with my highest recommendation to be one of your financial aid recipients.
    -Thank you,
    Pastor Mark Seeger Jesus Lutheran Church of the Deaf


  • i relax watch your dvd name animal cracers and kingdom of the son i enjoy mysef and spend with jesus and i enjoy with you ... and i real enjoy your share God word i ll pray for your work for jesus
    peter, deaf from Phoenix, AZ



In Memory: Glenda Bland

Born: October 22, 1932
Entered into Eternal Reward: January 23, 2011

“Trust in God! He is faithful!”

A word about Glenda from pastor Brandon Bradley, Hillcrest Christian Church
Obituary



Steven Hamilton

Hamilton.Steven@Gmail.com

Experience:

Aug’06-present

 Expressions of Emmanuel
Bonham, TX
Daily missionary work in video production;
Videography, editing, writing,producing


Jun’05-Aug’06

Newday 42 Video Productions
Lafayette, IN
Owner/Operator Freelance video production; commercials, weddings, live events, missions, church events, movies


May’00-Jun’05

RadioVision Advertising Agency
Denison, TX
Production of TV commercials; Producer, Avid Editor, Videographer (film & video) studio and location shooting


Jan’91-May’00

WLFI-TV
West Lafayette, IN
Commercial production & Newscast operations Production Director; editing, videography, directing, producing, writing, newscast & live remote directing, camera operations


Nov’88-Jan’91

Laser Learn Technologies
Terre Haute, IN
Video training & production; Chief video operator, editing, videography, OMDR laser disc duplication


Education:

1988

Graduation from Vincennes University, A.S. Broadcast Production
Vincennes, IN
WVUB-TV
Student run Newscast; directing, TD, camera, audio, ENG


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Vonda Hamilton

vondabland@msn.com

EDUCATION
OZARK CHRISTIAN COLLEGE


DEGREES:

BACHELOR OF BIBLICAL LITERATURE/DEAF COMMUNICATION COURSES: Biblical studies, interpreter training program, in-depth studies of deaf culture and working with the deaf. Deaf internship in Honolulu.


 BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Bible, Communications, Education, Mission studies


 CERTIFICATE DEAF MISSIONS EXTENSION PROGRAM (1/87- 5/87) Council Bluffs, Iowa Certificate in Deaf Studies: taught deaf children at the Iowa and Nebraska schools for the deaf, interpreted in different situations.


 Honors, Awards, and Positions: I was nominated and chosen outstanding student, “Dally” Evangelism award winner, served as secretary and vice president of the Lord’s Reapers, mission organization at Ozark Christian College, Honor roll, and a member of the Handicapped Concerns Club of Cameron University in Lawton, Oklahoma.


1980-1982 LAWTON HIGH SCHOOL
Lawton, Oklahoma

 Graduate Diploma
Honor, Awards, and Positions: Vacation Bible school director, National Honor Society, Beta Club, 4-H, FFA, and Business Leaders of America, Scholarship Award Winner for “Handicapped Concerns” essay, Spanish


WORK EXPERIENCE MISSIONARY


6/99 to present EXPRESSIONS OF EMMANUEL (formerly “Hands of Love” in Oklahoma) Miss Vonda’s Big Bible Stories, Finger Food Cafe videos, and now many more video projects Job Responsibilities: Video, outreach, and writing projects are the emphasis of the mission work. Work has included teaching and leading in a deaf church, Bible teaching at Happy Hands Deaf School in Oklahoma, and the Lil’ Buckaroos Bible story hour in Texas, working as an actress for the Finger Food Café Television programs (and video). I worked on scripts, sets, recruiting and training of other actors, preparing the best American Sign Language performances possible, as well as singing and voiceovers. I have written magazine articles, newsletters, devotional writing, and done extensive public speaking and teaching. I acted as multiple characters and did the narration of “Miss Vonda”, the cowgirl storyteller. I have prepared songs, crafts, and dramas that teach deaf children and others via video. Currently we are working towards the production of multiple Bible lessons, devotions, and Christian song videos. Some of our strategic outreaches include: training others to minister with the deaf, deaf camps, retreats, and Vacation Bible school programs. I have traveled to 43 states and 26 countries videotaping Bible lessons and songs, and sharing the Gospel in outreaches. (see http://eoe.tripod.com )


8/10-5/11 FORERUNNER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Job responsibility: I taught American Sign Language as a foreign language to high school students.


8/01-5/02 WRIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Job responsibility: I taught American Sign Language as a foreign language to high school students.


10/96-6/99 HAPPY HANDS DEAF CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL& KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM Job Responsibilities: Lead teacher; preparing lessons, preparing the classroom, teaching the Bible and all areas of study, evaluating children, discipline and parent consultation.


8/91-9/91 Radio Announcer (Christian black Gospel) (part time) KTOW radio, Sand Springs, Oklahoma Job Responsibilities: Announced and controlled music and programming, weather reports, commercials, and public announcements.


8/91- 12/96 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE, DEAF MINISTRY, AND DEAF CULTURE INSTRUCTOR Ozark Christian College Joplin, Missouri Job responsibilities: Plan, prepare, teach classes in American Sign Language, Deaf Culture, preparing classes and additional activities which enable students to be very familiar with the Deaf community, becoming skilled interpreters, and to be skilled in relating with Deaf people.


6/88-present FREELANCE INTERPRETER Job Responsibilities: Interpret in medical, educational, and employment situations as well as various other situations. (Had a regional Level 4, but have not been active due to mission work.) (Interpreting is however a regular part of my mission work)


7/88-5/89 TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST Tulsa Speech and Hearing Association, Tulsa, Oklahoma Job Responsibilities: Facilitate communication between deaf and hearing consumers through a telecommunication relay network. Interpret for deaf consumers for phone calls.


INTERNATIONAL AND URBAN MISSION WORK


6/10 -7/10 JAMAICA MISSION WORK Deaf Camp Bible teacher in Knockpatrick, Jamaica


7/10 ISRAEL/JORDAN TOUR Videotaping Bible lessons & deaf outreach


7/09 MEXICAN MISSION WORK Vacation Bible School Bible teacher in Ixtapi & Zihuatenejo, Mexico


6/05 UNIVERSITY OF THE AMERICAS SPANISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL San Antonio, Texas (Visiting: Piedras, Negras Mexico)


7/05 HONDURAS DEAF MISSION WORK Job experience: Learning Honduran sign language and teaching in a Vacation Bible school program and at a deaf church.


10/01-11/01 & 7/95 COLOMBIAN DEAF MISSION AND ADOPTION TRIPS Job experience: Learning Colombian sign language and teaching the Bible at a deaf school in Bogota.


5/94 ROMANIAN DEAF MISSION TRIP Job experience: Visited deaf schools and orphanages, shared team mime drama presentations, learned Romanian sign language, promoted deaf awareness. We presented the Gospel.


6/91 RUSSIAN DEAF MISSION OUTREACH Job experience: Taught the Bible to the deaf club, an auditorium full of deaf senior citizens who had never “heard” the Gospel, visited deaf children in orphanages.


8/3/89-8/17/89 SOUTH AFRICA DEAF MISSION RESEARCH TRIP Job experience: Visited deaf schools, learned some of the needs of the deaf in South Africa, educated South African hearing people of the talents and needs of the deaf.


6/89-8/89 KENYA, AFRICA DEAF MISSION RESEARCH TRIP Job responsibilities: Learned some Kenya Sign Language, visited and taught at deaf schools, researched deaf’s educational needs, gathered data to help send future missionaries to Kenya, and promoted deaf awareness.


8/86-8/89 KCFO RADIO AM & FM Tulsa, Oklahoma Job responsibilities: Announced and controlled music and programming, weather reports, commercials, and public service announcements.


9/87-10/87, 5/90, 6/97, 6-7/04, 5-7/06 HAWAII DEAF MISSION WORK Job responsibilities: Visiting deaf people in their homes and at community gatherings, helping organize and plan activities with the deaf church, teaching in the deaf church and deaf camps, sharing special music and leading worship, in 1987 being a radio announcer for KLHT Christian radio on my day off from the deaf church work, in 2006 enormous amounts of Christian videotaping was done on six of the Hawaiian islands.


6/86-7/86 INTERPRETER/TEACHER Hillside Church of Christ, Queens, New York


3/85-4/85 STUDENT LEADER Ozark Christian College, Joplin, Missouri Job Experience: Interpreted and coordinated activities for a group of students to be involved in deaf awareness/fellowship activities in Tulsa, Oklahoma.


5/85-8/85 BRAZIL MISSION TRIP Job experience: Learned language and culture, helped prepare crafts, skits, games, and lessons for Vacation Bible School. We taught in many weeks of Vacation Bible School around the country. We also served in the local churches and camp.


2/85-12/86 RADIO ANNOUNCER KOBC RADIO Job Experience: Learned broadcasting in classes and practicum at the Ozark Christian College directed station. I began working as a part time announcer.


5/84-8/84 EUROPEAN MISSION TRIP Job Experience: We traveled in England, Scotland, Belgium, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, San Marino, Italy, France, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. We shared in services, Bible studies, literature distribution, language learning, camp, and friendship evangelism in England, Scotland, West Germany, Italy, and France.


Summers of 1982 and 1983 CAMP COUNSELOR, & NATIVE AMERICAN RESERVATION/MEXICO MISSION TRIP Job Responsibilities: I was a counselor for many weeks of church camp during both summers. I was also a counselor/sponsor for a mission trip to a Navajo Reservation in Arizona, and to Juarez, Mexico.


TEEN YOUTH LEADER I was baptized on June 11th, 1978, from that point onwards even as a teen I was the Vacation Bible school director, a youth leader, participated in friendship evangelism, door to door calling, and other evangelistic campaigns.


SPECIAL INTERESTS


 Family, creative writing, photography, bicycling, karate, traveling (have been to 22 countries), drama, movies, singing and signing with music, prayer walking, understanding people (cultural studies and psychology), horseback riding, and learning to cook (won Hillcrest Christian Church’s International cooking contest.) My greatest interest is to love God and people! I am thrilled when I can help someone realize and move towards their full potential in Jesus Christ!


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