AME Church Officials Announce the Passing of Bishop Elizabeth Anne Henning Byfield

National- The African Methodist Episcopal Church announced the death of unexpected death of Bishop Anne Henning Byfield. The Right Reverend Elizabeth Anne Henning Byfield was one who dared to Live, Learn and Lead.  She lived a life filled with creativity and passion as a psalmist, a poet, motivational speaker, preacher, spoken word artist, strategic consultant, writer, composer, wife, mother and grandmother.  Known for her unique brand of leadership, presentation style, humor and passion for living; Anne Henning Byfield leads by example, inspires, and developed others to lead their best life. She wrote the litany used for Mrs. Rosa Parks’ funeral in Detroit, Michigan, and Congresswoman Julia Carson’s funeral in Indianapolis. & She performed& in many Spoken Word settings. & Her book of poetry The Essence of my Existence was released in 2010 and in second publication. & Flowing Essence a Spoken Word CD is also released. She also created& art cards, which fused social and spiritual consciousness with poetry. Married to Ainsley, they have one son, Michael, and a grandson, Miles.& Her other works include: Let the Worship Begin, A book of Liturgy; Odyssey-a Girls Mentoring Program, Preparing Leaders for Leadership; The Church’s Response to Hurricane Katrina; and Strengthening the...