Javen facts for kids

Javen P. Campbell (born July 17, 1971), known as JAVEN, is an American gospel musician and Christian R&B artist. His music journey began in 2002 with his first album, Javen. He released two more albums, Believer in 2006 and Keeping the Faith in 2008. His album Worship in the Now, released in 2013, became very popular. It appeared on the Billboard Gospel Albums and Heatseekers Albums charts.

About Javen

Javen P. Campbell was born on July 17, 1971, in Hollywood, Florida. He is one of 13 children in his family.

Javen's TV and Acting Career

JAVEN started his TV career in 2001 as a co-host on the "Paula White Show" on BET. He often appears as a guest singer on many TV channels like BET, TBN, FOX, and NBC.

He has also acted in many plays and movies:

• In 2002 and 2003, he starred in an off-Broadway musical called "The Rock and the Rabbi."
• In 2005, he was in the movie "The Sixth."
• In 2006, he acted in "One Night with the King" with famous actors Omar Sharif and Peter O'Toole.
• In 2010, he had a role in the movie "Preacher's Kid." He also appeared in the film "Abandoned."
• Javen also wrote and sang the song "One Step," which was featured in the 2010 movie "The Cross."
• In 2014, Javen starred in a popular play called "You're Never Alone."

Javen's Music Journey

Javen's first album, Javen, came out on February 5, 2002. His song "Never Give Up on Love" from this album became a top 10 hit on the CCM charts.

He released his second album, Believer, in 2006. His third album, Keeping the Faith, came out in 2008. This album included popular songs like "None Like You," which was nominated for awards.

His fourth album, Worship in the Now, was released on May 21, 2013. This album was a big success! It reached No. 12 on Billboard magazine's Gospel Albums chart and No. 14 on The Heatseekers Albums chart.

Javen's Ministry Work

Javen used to be a worship leader at a very large church for many years. He also hosted a weekly radio show that reached many listeners.

In 2011, Javen started his own ministry called Worship in the Now Ministries in Hollywood, Florida. This includes the NOW Church, where he is the Senior Pastor. He helps people who need hope and direction. His church welcomes people from all backgrounds and ages.

His ministry also hosts events and helps others:

• They hold conferences across the country.
• They have a monthly event called The Encounter.
• They do prayer calls and outreach events.
• They organize a Youth Sports Camp.
• They work with organizations like World Vision and Hope for Haiti to help people in need.

Awards and Recognition

Javen has won several awards for his music:

• In 2004, he was nominated for four Marlin Awards and won two of them, including Best Male Contemporary Solo.
• In 2007, he won the En Sound Music Award for "Best Urban Soul Album of the Year."

Javen's Book: "100 Keys for Your Right Now"

In May 2014, Javen released a short book called "100 Keys for Your Right Now." He wrote this book to share important ideas that have helped him in his life. He hopes it will help readers through tough times.

Javen's Personal Life and Charity Work

Javen lives in Beverly Hills, California. He cares deeply about helping people around the world.

He is a spokesperson for World Vision, which is a Christian group that helps children and families fight poverty and injustice. He also supports Hope for Haiti, a program that helps over 300 children in Haiti by providing homes, food, education, and training. Javen also helps with programs in Los Angeles, California, that deal with homelessness, hunger, and poverty.

Javen's Albums