Grace was raised by her blind mother in White Plains, NY. Her father George, a chronic gambler, subjected her to frequent beatings. Grace's mother urged her ask for Jesus' protection at age five.
Besides her Mother, there were two women who influenced young Grace's life:
her beautiful Aunt Grace and Grace's Grandmother. The Grandmother became
a Greek Orthodox nun and built a church. Grace was accustom to attending
the Catholic Church with her Mother, and also Greek Orthodox services.
Aunt Grace owned and managed her own beauty salon.
Aunt Grace owned and managed her own beauty salon.
This influenced Grace to attend beauty school. Grace was and remains
a licensed cosmetologist.
Grace began actively singing in churches in the mid 1970's.While singing at a church
service Grace felt moved by the Holy Spirit to tell a man bound to a wheelchair to baby Grace
come forward. Within moments he could walk. Over the years thousands of reported
healings have taken place through Grace's prayers.
So many people claimed to receive healings and other
blessings as she sang hymns and gospel music, Aunt Grace
that she was flooded with prayer requests.
Later physician's statements
and personal testimonies documented
thousands of healings.
Regis and Kathie Lee, Sightings, Oprah Winfrey, Sally Jessy Raphael, and People are Talking, PM Magazine, CBS news, NBC news, the Boston Globe, The New Haven Register, The New York Times, the tabloid press (including the National Enquirer, The Examiner, The Sun) represent only a small portion of the national media that have covered Grace and her work.
Grace's father returned to White Plains, NY
to attended a Grace was holding a service in the county's largest
civic auditorium, the 5,000 seat, Westchester County Center.
What happened to him that night became the subject of
"The Touch of Grace", a book about Grace's life, ministry
and her Father's acceptance of the Lord.
It was originally published by Dodd Mead of New York. Grace and her Father were reunited and stayed friends until is passing.
Grace's ministry, Grace 'N Vessels of Christ, remains the largest in the Northeastern United States. Each year hundreds of thousands jam civic centers and auditoriums to attend her Prayer and Healing Concerts which are held throughout the country. Grace also Co-Pastors Grace Faith Assembly along with her husband Larry. She has four children and nine grandchildren!
Most people are pleasantly surprised upon attending Grace's services in that she is not similiar to TV many preachers and televangelists. Grace's is a healing concert with an emphasis on prayer. Grace's services are interdenominational (welcoming believers of all faiths). An attitude of praise to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is the theme of every service. An evening with Grace is always uplifting and joyful!
Grace is the author of 14 books, recorded over 20
sacred music albums, and has ministered for over
27 years.
Twice Grace has spoken and sang at the
United Nations.
The International Hall of Fame awarded her
its Humanitarian Award in 1997
(the first woman to receive this award in 62 years).
Grace is also the recipient of
an honorary doctorate.
5/30/08
Mayor Boughton Honors Grace James
with Surprise Proclamation and Key To The City!
Danbury, CT- Several hundred friends and supports were gathered for Gospel Singing Evangelist Grace James' birthday party at the Danbury Sheraton Hotel Thursday evening with Danbury's Mayor suddenly showed up.
It was Grace James' yearly birthday party and many who have worked with her during her 29 years of ministry were gathered there. The Mayor's presence was a surprise, but everyone was taken aback when he presented Grace with a proclamation detailing her many benevolent works. This included her successful efforts in the 1970s to bring some form of prayer back to Danbury's schools. It was the Mayor's father, then also Mayor of Danbury, who worked with her on that project.
This honor was topped by another presentation: "A proclamation isn't enough for Grace," said Mayor Boughton, "I have here the Key To The City." The crowd was floored and silence did indeed fill the room as Grace received that additional honor.
Grace 'N Vessels of Christ supports churches and Grace Children's Home in Madras, India
on a monthly basis.
When the Berlin wall fell, Grace' N Vessels helped distribute Bibles to Russia. Recently they sent bibles and Christmas packages to our service men and women throughout the world (for more ministry infomation, click on "touch" at the top menu).
Grace's ministry works to bring Jewish people to Israel and makes generous monthy donations to churches.
Each year, Grace's Christmas Program, provides new, quality toys to needy children. She also helps provide food to their families.
Through her Street Ministry, Grace helps take troubled young people off the streets and helps get them into rehab programs. We have seen many lives saved and blessed with lasting effect through this work of the Lord's.
Grace has visited many prisons, provided prisoners families with goods, corresponds with prisoners, and has given away thousands of her books at no cost to prisons.
Grace's ministry gives to churches on a monthly basis. To see some photographics of her ministry work, click on "TOUCH" in the menu above.
Grace is a woman who is totally convinced that God loves
all people and that it is His desire to bless them.
She has seen Him touch great multitudes
through prayer.
"Never give up," Grace says, "look up!"
Grace 'N Vessels Of Christ Ministries
PO Box 3257 Danbury, CT 06813
PO Box 3257 Danbury, CT 06813
Copyright 2006 Larry James
Pastor Larry James, M. Div., Grace's husband, is the President of
Grace 'N Vessels of Christ Ministries.
Grace 'N Vessels of Christ Ministries.
He's worked in theater, film, television, radio and even grocery stores!
He writes many of Grace songs, produces much of her recorded material.
He has served on the board of three national religious organizations.
He is the Pastor/Teacher of Grace Faith Assembly.
He has taught Bible Study and lead music ministry in Grace 'N Vessels for 27 years.
Pastor Larry is Co-founder, Dean of Education, and President of Northeast Bible Institute.
He has numerous other accomplishments and piles of awards.
He has served on the board of three national religious organizations.
He is the Pastor/Teacher of Grace Faith Assembly.
He has taught Bible Study and lead music ministry in Grace 'N Vessels for 27 years.
Pastor Larry is Co-founder, Dean of Education, and President of Northeast Bible Institute.
He has numerous other accomplishments and piles of awards.
He also has three degrees; including a Master of Divinity.
It was Pastor Larry who authored the most widely used definition of the term Interdenominationalism
used in church bi-laws throughout the world.
It was Pastor Larry who authored the most widely used definition of the term Interdenominationalism
used in church bi-laws throughout the world.
Pastor Larry is not a "preacher." He wants congregants to think for themselves. He desires that people find real answers to the issues of life from God's word.
Larry James: he is famous for having a house full of books! He loves old TV -mostly
classic western TV and movies. He credits the influence of TV heroes such as The Lone Ranger, Superman, The Rifleman and others for planting deep roots of faith and fairness in him.
Larry James has collected and repaired classic toys of the 1950s. He enjoys listening to old time radio shows. Like millions of other boys, grew up with the Beatles and listening to AM radio. That inspired him to pick up the guitar.
He began reading the bible at age 16 and was motivated to "tell God that Jesus was my savior" when watching an Oral Roberts
TV broadcast on a Sunday morning. He met Grace in early 1981. His migraine headaches ceased after she prayed for him-that was one of many answers to prayer that he's been blessed with.
Larry created this web site as a tribute to Grace, his wife. As content was added,
it became obvious that this site should replace the one that was used at that time.
Thus, this site began with the title "Grace Tribute." Although Larry James is certain that Grace is just about the most wonderful person to ever grace this earth!
Grace James' Bio
Grace with her Mom.
More about Grace......
Grace has been called by God to a ministry of prayer. Real answers to prayer happen at her services.
Healings, life changing miracles, personal prophecy occur. For almost three decades we've seen thousands of businesses blessed, job promotions - countless answers to prayer.
You've probably seen Grace guest on television programs or read about her in newspapers and magazines. Thousands have been delivered from fear and depression through Grace's prayers. At every service real blessings happen to people- to both believers and non-believers! Many women who have not been able to have babies have had them after Grace's prayers.
Grace lives a life of faith and not extravagance. She is known for helping people one on one. For example, the lives of many teens and young adults have been saved by God using Grace (click on "touch" in the menu above).
Grace is not a "preacher type." She uplifts the Lord Jesus Christ. She believes that God loves all people and desires that they love, forgive, and seek to understand one another. Grace is a woman who is truly filled with the joy of the Lord. Her gospel singing will move you. Her prayers can bless your life.
