A Special Report for Radio Personalities 2/15/26

CeCe Winans

• Ministry & Leadership: CeCe continues to co-pastor Nashville Life Church with her husband, Alvin Love II. Her son, Alvin Love III, leads the church’s modern worship ministry.
• Touring: She has announced the 2026 “More Than This” Tour, kicking off in late March at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. The tour will travel through the South, Midwest, and Northeast, featuring hits like “Goodness of God” and new songs like “That’s My King.”
• Conference: She is hosting her “Generations Live 2026” women’s conference in Nashville from July 23–25, 2026, focusing on restoration and revival for women of all ages.

Elevation Worship

• Touring: The group is launching the Elevation Nights 2026 Tour (its fifth year) starting February 24, 2026, in Hershey, PA. The tour features worship led by the group, preaching from Pastor Steven Furtick, and opening performances by Elevation Rhythm.
• New Music: They have released several new singles in 2026, including “Jesus Be The Name,” “SO BE IT,” and “God I’m Just Grateful.”

Chandler Moore

• Solo Career & Legal Update: After leaving Maverick City Music in late 2025 and filing a lawsuit regarding unpaid royalties, Moore received a significant legal victory on February 5, 2026. A New York judge cleared him to release solo music while the litigation continues.
• New Chapter: He is moving forward with new solo recordings and live performances. Fellow former member Naomi Raine has also departed the group to pursue her own solo ministry.

Israel Houghton

• Grammy Performance: Israel performed in the opening number of the 2026 GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony on February 1, 2026, alongside other nominees.
• Awards: His album “Coritos Vol. 1,” a Spanish-language project with Israel & New Breed, received a 2026 GRAMMY nomination for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album—a historic first for a Spanish-language album in that category.
• Upcoming Events: He is scheduled to minister at a service for Ron Kenoly on February 20, 2026.

Tasha Cobbs Leonard

• Ministry: She continues to co-pastor The Purpose Place Church in South Carolina with her husband, Kenneth Leonard Jr.
• Recent Performance: Tasha delivered a standout performance of her song “Church” at the 2026 GRAMMY Premiere Ceremony on February 1, which she described as a “spiritual experience.”
• New Project: She is promoting her latest album, “HYMNS,” which reimagines classic hymns with diverse musical arrangements including country, pop, and R&B.

Jekalyn Carr

• TV Appearance: Jekalyn kicked off 2026 with a major appearance on the SHERRI talk show on MLK Day (Jan 19), performing her new single “History (Breakthrough)” with gospel legend Shirley Caesar.
• Awards: Her album “Jekalyn X The Legends” received a 57th NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Gospel Album, and her song “Don’t Faint” was nominated for Outstanding Gospel Song.
• Other Projects: She is working on a new book and continues to share inspirational content for Black History Month.

Erica Campbell

• Radio & Media: She continues to host her nationally syndicated morning show, “Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell.”
• Ministry Message: In a recent “Faith Walk” segment, she encouraged listeners to discover and embrace their unique spiritual gifts. She also released a “Love Talk” message urging believers to fight isolation by intentionally connecting with and praying for one another.
• Community: She is actively building her LoveErica.com community, which blends music, ministry, and motivation.

Pastor Mike Jr.

• Prophetic Message: In early 2026, Pastor Mike Jr. (Michael McClure Jr.) has been sharing a strong prophetic theme of “Sudden Breakthrough.” His recent messages emphasize that God is about to “shift everything in your favor” and that this is a season of major transformation.
• Ministry: He continues to lead Rock City Church in Birmingham, AL, and is actively releasing online content centered on favor and victory.

Kirk Franklin

• Activism: Kirk made headlines in February 2026 (including on the Grammys red carpet) by challenging church leaders to break their silence on immigration issues. He bluntly reminded audiences that “Jesus’ momma and daddy were immigrants” and urged pastors to actively support affected families.
• International Festival: He has been announced as a headliner for London’s first “Gospel Garden Festival,” scheduled for August 2, 2026, at the Crystal Palace Bowl.

Zacardi Cortez

• Live Events: He headlined the New Year’s Gospel Celebration in Shreveport, LA, in late January 2026, sharing the stage with John P. Kee.
• Streaming Milestone: His hit single “Working On Me” (from the album IBHAR: THE JOURNEY) earned a 2026 Pandora 1-Million-Stream Medallion.
• Recognition: He continues to be recognized for his powerful vocals, adding to his list of recent Stellar Awards and Grammy nominations.

Jonathan McReynolds

• New Album: He is preparing to release a new album titled “Closer.”
• Special Event: He will host an intimate “Closer” Album Pre-Release Experience on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the historic Lincoln Theatre in Washington, D.C., giving fans a first listen before the official release.
• Awards: He received a nomination for Best Gospel Performance/Song at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards.

William Murphy

• Conference: His ministry hosted the flagship “Recalibrate 2026” conference from January 21–23, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The event featured masterclasses on prayer, praise, and the prophetic.
• Online Ministry: He continues to engage a global audience through virtual conference options and online worship experiences.

Bri Babineaux

• New Music: She recently released a new single titled “Heavenly Father,” which she described as a labor of love.
• Ministry Focus: Her ministry message for 2026 focuses on helping women “unlearn cultural lies” and rediscover their dignity in God. She publicly declared 2026 as a year of relying on God’s provision and sovereignty.

Travis Greene

• Podcast & Vision: In February 2026, Travis appeared on the Intentional Podcast, discussing upcoming worship projects and his vision for expanding Forward City Church’s community outreach.
• Speaking: He delivered a keynote testimony to The Master’s Seminary Class of 2026, encouraging future pastors to ground their ministry in authentic private devotion.
• Personal: He shared a heartfelt Valentine’s update celebrating his marriage and family, noting that “2026 feels even better.”

JJ Hairston

• TV Appearance: JJ is a featured performer and judge on the nationally televised gospel competition “How Sweet The Sound,” which aired in February 2026.
• Upcoming Concert: He is slated to perform at the live concert version of “How Sweet The Sound” on May 30, 2026, at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
• Ministry: He and his wife, Trina, continue to lead All Nations Worship Assembly and recently hosted a special livestreamed service in mid-February that garnered significant online engagement.