Let's Meet The Crew!
Dennisa Brown
–Without Christ she says, “I am nothing and apart from him I can do nothing!”
Dennisa Brown is also known as “Dee,” and is a Special Education Teacher, Girls’ Basketball Coach and an Exceptional Children's Department Lead in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District. Dennisa received her Special Education teaching license from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and her Undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Livingstone College in Salisbury, NC.
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Dennisa has been serving in ministry since 2005-2006 and is committed to using her gifts/talents where The Lord leads her. She is the leader and visionary of Souls 2 Christ MIME Ministry (S2C MIME), an outreach MIME ministry located in Charlotte, NC. Her background experience in dance/MIME includes but are not limited to: Stage Plays (“Waiting on the Bus”- Denise, “Weight Loss”- Crystal, “Just When You Least Expect It- Dancer,”etc.), Dance Ministry Member (former member of LifeLine Dance Ministry, Seeds of Praise, & Prophetic Praise). Dennisa has also taught MIME/HIP HOP at Order My Steps Christian Dance Company, & Christian School of Dance. Dennisa is a current member of The Praising Place Church in Charlotte, NC under the Pastoralship of Bishop Roy Tucker and First Lady Janice Tucker.
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Some of her hobbies include playing and coaching basketball, spending time with friends and family, bowling, dancing, perusing social media, peaceful environments, and Italian food. Dennisa’s biggest fear is not maximizing her full potential in Christ and completing her purpose in Him.
Aliya Longmire
Aliya Longmire, known for her style and feisty, fun, and free spirited personality, is a native of Washington, DC. Aliya grew up in a loving, nurturing, and supportive family that fostered self-expression and freedom to cultivate one's gift. It was this loving atmosphere of encouragement that allowed Aliya to develop the confidence needed to perform in various fine arts groups, and would provide her with the boldness to eventually minister through dance.
Aliya’s dance journey began at the age of 11, when her parents enrolled her in ballet classes at the local Oakcrest Community Center in Capitol Heights, MD. Aliya discovered very early in her dance career that dance was an outlet for her from the pressures of life.
Years later, after relocating to Waverly, VA, Aliya started attending Rose of Sharon Apostolic Church where she was introduced to “Praise Dance” and Mime. Aliya began to see dance, in church, as more than just a performance. Aliya would say that dancers are actually “Ministers of Movement”, because they express God’s Word through motion and movement. Aliya believed that God allows dancers to paint a vivid picture of his grace, love, compassion, and blessings.
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Since those humble days in Waverly, VA God has allowed Aliya to teach and minister at several Arts Conferences and stage plays, share the stage with Gospel recording artists, and choreograph for numerous churches and events. She was also a former member and Co Founder of Seeds of Praise dance ministry and served as the Arts Director at Have Life Church for 7 years.
Aliya balances her family life, ministerial obligations, and career with poise and great success. Aliya works daily for the non-profit organization, Autism Charlotte, as an Administrative Assistant. Aliya is a member of The Praising Place Church, under the postoralship of Bishop Roy Tucker & Pastor Janice Tucker. She is also a member of Souls 2 Christ Mime Ministry under the leadership of Dennisa Herndon-Brown. One of her greatest passions is to provide support to faith based organizations in the community which includes, but not limited to Limitless Praise Dance in Detroit Michigan (Co-Director). Lastly; Aliya is the Owner and Director of The Christian School of Dance.
When Aliya is not creating or in a classroom teaching, you can find her relaxing on her patio, spending time with family and friends, cooking, helping others, or eating her favorite food, seafood.
Tiffanie Hoey
Tiffanie Hoey is a native of Charlotte, NC. Her family-given nickname is “Tip Top,” but you can hear her friends calling her “Tip,” or “Tiff.” Tiffanie grew up in a military family, and lived in Germany for 4 years. Tiffanie worked in retail, sales and marketing for 8yrs until she accepted her career change and role as VP of Operations for her parent’s commercial cleaning company called “Miriam Davis Cleaning.” Being the VP of Operations has given her the opportunity to serve in ministry daily by educating and showing the love of Christ towards those needing a second chance at life.
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Tiffanie has been an active and faithful member of Souls to Christ Mime Ministry for approximately 5 years. Tiffanie’s loyalty to the ministry is to be commended as she has the privilege of serving in various capacities ranging from “manager” to “videographer”. Since joining the ministry she has been able to connect with some powerful women of God that she calls her ministry sisters; these women have helped encourage and strengthen her walk with The Lord. Tiffanie attends The Praising Place Church in Charlotte, NC, under the Pastoral ship of Bishop Roy Tucker & First Lady Janice Tucker. Tiffanie served as Department Lead over Facilities at Have Life Church. When asked to give a brief description of her church, she states, "The unadulterated word of God is undoubtedly being delivered."
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In her spare you can find her spending time with family and friends. Tennis is her first love but she was blessed to have earned a full scholarship and played Division 1 basketball for UNC CHARLOTTE. Tiffanie also coaches middle school girls basketball and still plays competitively in local women’s leagues.” Her favorite color is Green and she can eat baked chicken with gravy every day of the week. You can also find her reading Christian based books. She loves spending time with her fur baby, Nyla! Tiffanie’s favorite scripture is, Philippians 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me,” and some of her favorite words of wisdom are: "I just want to be a blessing to somebody,” and “it's bigger than me, it's about others."
