Bishop T.D. Jakes Highlights Faith and Family at MegaFest 2005, One of the Largest International Religious Gatherings Ever

Bishop T.D. Jakes Highlights Faith and Family at MegaFest 2005, One of the Largest International Religious Gatherings Ever

ATLANTA, June 29 /PRNewswire/ -- After setting an attendance record of 140,000 from more than 55 countries at the Georgia Dome, and reaching 314 million homes in 235 countries worldwide in 2004, MegaFest is back and bigger than before. On August 3 - 6, Men, women and children from around the globe will converge on Atlanta's top venues, including the Georgia Dome and Philips Arena.

MEGAFEST is proud to announce INTERNATIONAL DAY on August 5 to celebrate and worship in multiple languages and presenting a Parade of Nations under a banner of flags representing various nations from around the world. This year, MegaFest is scheduled to broadcast a potential footprint to more than 600 million homes across the world in approximately 118 countries and territories, eclipsing the stunning outreach set last year.

MEGAFEST HIGHLIGHTS and DETAILED INFORMATION available at http://www.mega-fest.com/

SPEAKERS AND PERFORMERS INCLUDE: * Bishop T.D. Jakes, dubbed "America's Best Preacher" by TIME magazine * Financial Expert, Robert Kiyosaki, author of "Rich Dad, Poor Dad", which was #1 on the New York Times best-sellers list selling more than 20 million copies internationally. * Pastor Paul Adefarasin, Pastor of the 7,000-member House on the Rock in Nigeria and Apostle to more than 40 daughter churches throughout Africa and Europe. * BeBe & CeCe Winans, Gospel legends and multi-Grammy award winning musical artists

INTERNATIONAL DAY CELEBRATION: * August 5, 2005 -- A pioneering effort for a U.S.-based spiritual conference sure to attract the attention of the thousands of global visitors to Atlanta and the millions of people watching around the globe. * The concert will feature world-renowned pastor and musical artist, Marcos Witt, as well as Celebrando la Vida 2005 -- a Spanish language concert featuring award-winning artists such as El Trio De Hoy and other international guests. * Light the World Parade -- Making its U.S. premiere since the 2004 Olympic Games. * Spanish and French translations into English will be available throughout the conference, as well as special assistance for Spanish, French and other non-English speaking attendees at the International Welcome Center located within the registration area. * Conference attendees are asked to participate by wearing traditional garments on that day to reflect their native heritage.

REGISTRATION:

MegaFest Madness Special ends June 30, 2005. Reduced prices are $30 for adults, $20 for young adults (13-21) and $15 for children (ages 5-12). For more information, call 877-TDJ-MEGA or visit http://www.mega-fest.com/ .

MEDIA NOTE: For more information, interview requests, and MegaFest media credentials, visit http://www.demossnewspond.com/MegaFest .

Source: MegaFest/The Potter's House

CONTACT: Glen Orr, +1-214-224-8400, or Shawn Wood, +1-214-224-8416, both for The Potter's House

Web site: http://www.mega-fest.com/ http://www.demossnewspond.com/MegaFest

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