Alvin Darling facts for kids

Pastor Alvin A. Darling (born December 23, 1948) is an American gospel musician. He is known for his inspiring songs and powerful voice. He started his music journey in 1990. Since then, he has released many albums.

Some of his albums have become very popular. They have even appeared on the Billboard Gospel Albums chart. Two of his albums also made it onto the Heatseekers Albums chart. Alvin Darling has also been nominated for important music awards. These include the GMA Dove Awards and the Stellar Awards.

Early Life and Ministry

Alvin A. Darling was born in Newark, New Jersey, on December 23, 1948. His grandmother, Lilla Darling, raised him. She took him to Smith Memorial Church of God in Christ Church. This is where he first learned about faith.

As a teenager, Darling went to Deliverance Evangelistic Center. There, he became a believer in Jesus Christ. In 1979, he felt called to become a minister. He joined Greater Mt. Zion Holy Church in Cranford, New Jersey. He served as an associate minister there. In October 2001, he became the lead pastor. Today, he leads two churches. One is Greater Mt. Zion Holy Church. The other is Old Ship of Zion Church in Center Moriches, New York.

Music Career Highlights

Alvin Darling's music career began in 1990. He released two albums that year: I've Learned to Put My Trust in God and Expect a Miracle. His 1992 album, Medley of Praise, was a big success. It reached No. 26 on the Billboard Gospel Albums chart.

In 1996, Alvin Darling helped with the soundtrack for the movie The Preacher's Wife. This soundtrack became the best-selling gospel album ever. Whitney Houston sang his song "He's All Over Me" on the album. This song became very popular.

Later albums also did well. You Deserve My Worship (2005) reached No. 44 on the Gospel Albums chart. My Blessing Is on the Way (2007) charted at No. 20. His 2009 album, You Can Make It, was a big hit. It reached No. 11 on the Gospel Albums chart. It also hit No. 29 on the Heatseekers Albums chart. His 2013 album, Waiting Right Here, also charted. It reached No. 15 on the Gospel Albums chart and No. 27 on the Heatseekers Albums chart.

Alvin Darling has been recognized for his music. He was nominated for a Stellar Awards for Traditional Group/Duo of the Year. He also received a GMA Dove Awards nomination. This was for Traditional Gospel Recorded Song of the Year.

Personal Life

Pastor Darling married Patricia A. Bullock in October 1973. They live in Cranford, New Jersey. They have two sons, Christopher and Shaun.

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