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cutting edge delivery etched in a common sense approach these brothers are known to at times make a controversial statement or two. But-it works, and that’s exactly why they are loved and respected throughout the world.! So much so that a unique ‘Gathering’ attended by church officials representing most every part of the country was held in celebration of their appointment this year to Bishop. Photo by Kevin King Robert Blakes (aka R.C.) a Minister for 31 years is also a regular teacher on World Harvest International Television. Having appeared on CNN and other television shows and specials multiple times throughout the year he travels weekly to keep up with his demanding Son’s Of A Legacy THE BLAKES BROTHER’S schedule. The Blakes also host a weekly national broadcast on ‘Word’ T.V. Network. And, as is that weren’t enough, Robert’s brother Samuel is not only a beloved ‘real preacher’, but he’s also a phenomenal singer. This year he has embarked a tour of the country which has included multiple guest appearance performances with legends such Shirley Caesar. Samuel will quickly tell you that his ‘main gig’ is, and will always be to serve as the Sr. Pastor of New Home Family Worship Center, in New Orleans, Louisiana. And though his new CD “ I Survived” is soaring up the Gospel Music charts as we write both staff at Tru, along with tens of thousands of his adoring fans with tell you unapologetically that “I Survived” is a smash, and a must have for any music lovers collection! Perhaps the most fitting quote that sums up the hard work, dedication and appeal of these two special brothers comes from their loving mother, Lois Blakes who proudly says of her two sons;;“I feel that the Lord is giving me what I had in their Father, all over again” ! Look for the pending release of a documentary that gives you a never before seen look into the lives of two brothers who have set their sight on changing the world. From all we’ve seen and heard of these two, they are well on their way.