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Minister Frozene Lott Hayes, Recording Artist"After losing two young adult sons in 2006, just six months apart - one to an act of violence and another to an automobile accident - Frozene Lott Hayes could have crawled into a hole and never come out. No one would have faulted her for that. Instead, she channeled her emotions into music and the result is her album entitled, Thank You Jesus, One More Time........
(Deuteronomy 8:2) "And you shall remember that the LORD your GOD led you all the way these forty years in the wilderness, to humble you and test you, to know what was in your heart, whether you would keep his commandments or not.
On Saturday February 25th, 2006 my husband and I received a visit at our home from Military Officers. This was quite an unusual expectancy at that time. Moments of silence passed as we welcomed them into our home. We were later addressed with the news that our son, Lt. Robert E. Hayes Jr. 27, had been robbed and gunned down at a Bank ATM Machine in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Robert was attending the Military Officers' Leadership School at the time of his death and preparing to graduate several days before his death.
A few months later, on May 19th, 2006, our youngest son, Aaron Hayes 22, married his childhood sweetheart. Several days after their wedding he and his wife traveled to San Diego, California to pursue the life that God had given them together. On Tuesday May 23rd, 2006 at 6:30pm while watching their wedding video at home, we received a phone call from St. Anthony's Hospital in Denver, Colorado. The hospital informed us that our Son Aaron and his wife Erica had been involved in a car accident. Aaron passed away as a result of injuries from the auto accident. His wife Erica survived the accident and is doing well.
Robert and Aaron both were saved and knew God. I thank God for the years that He allowed our sons to be with us. Many would say that this is a profound situation. We may never truly understand, but I can tell you that God makes no mistakes, because he does everything right. God is a true and living God and through his Grace, He is keeping me.
Robert and Aaron were accomplishing young men and touched the lives of many people they came in contact with. I know where my sons are and God has granted me peace and comfort through their deaths. Gradually as my friendship with God deepens, it will lead to strength of character, peace of mind and deep satisfaction. Long- term rewards of obeying God are greater than anything the world has to offer.
The Lt. Robert Hayes and Aaron Hayes Memorial Scholarship and Youth Basketball Foundation has been established in memory of our sons legacy. Please Visit our Website: www.bobcatandgoat.com
DISCOGRAPHY
In 1985, with the help of God, as an independent artist Frozene released a Traditional Gospel recording of 6 songs titled "Reach out For Jesus," and established Lot Hay Music through ASCAP Publishing. This recording was played on many local and regional Gospel Radio broadcasts. Tommy Lewis of Nashville Gospel opened the door to Nashville Gospel and allowed Frozene to share her music ministry from "Reach out for Jesus" project While under the leadership of the Late Reverend C.L. Fairchild, Frozene was given the opportunity to record lead vocals on two Gospel CDs' by, Rev. C.L. Fairchild and the Voices of Greaterfaith. "I've Got a Testimony" and "Have You Tried Him."
In 2003, God allowed Frozene to co-produce the CD, "Build Bridges Instead of Walls." This project opened the door of opportunity to work in concerts with known artists such as; Leanne Faine, Inez Andrews, Evangelist Shirley Caesar, Paul Porter and the Christianaires, Lee Williams and the Spiritual QCs and many others. Much of Frozene's National Television exposure began with a live taping and interview on Nashville's Gospel, hosted by Mr. Tommie Lewis. In 2005, she made guest appearances on Chicago's Gospel TV "Testify" and Dr. Bobby Jones Gospel new artist showcasing.
In January 2006, Frozene was nominated for the "Most Influential African American Arts & Entertainment Award" through the People's Voice News in Lake County, Illinois.
Later on August 2, 2009, God allowed Frozene to delivered her initial sermon under the direction of Bishop Lawrence L. Kirby Sr. (St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church) Racine, Wisconsin.
Frozene's latest CD projects include "Thank You Jesus One More Time" and "There Is a God." Both were recorded and produced by Nathan Young of Hendersonville, Tennessee. As a result, Frozene has been named as a nominee in the 2011 Rhythm of Gospel Awards for Traditional Gospel Vocalist and for her Praise and Worship Song, "There Is a God."
For more information on Frozene Lott Hayes, please visit her website at: www.Frozene.com
