Contact: Richard M. Rivera, 516-620-7463 ext 777; Helene Vece, JumpStart Ink, 702-409-1282

EMERSON, N.J., Nov. 2, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- Popular Christian Recording Artist, Alma Rivera, will be leading Emerson Bible Church in song, praise and into Thanksgiving with an exclusive show on November 19th, 2011.

Alma Rivera is coming to New Jersey this November. The popular Christian recording artist will lead Emerson Bible Church in a pre-Thanksgiving day celebration filled with praise and song on November 19th, 2011 at 7pm. Alma Rivera is a staple within the Christian music circuit with past performances at Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas and also with Grammy Award-winning artist Israel Houghton.  

Emerson Bible Church invited Alma Rivera to kick-off the holiday season with her special concert in November because of her popularity amongst a diverse group of Christians. Alma, who sings in both English and Spanish, has travelled throughout the U.S., Mexico, Canada and Puerto Rico as a worship leader.  Her dedication to the Lord has inspired others to live their own lives with trust and faith in God. Through her life's work as a worship leader, singer and songwriter, Alma Rivera was the perfect match for Emerson Bible Church's November 19th event. 

"I was delighted to be asked to play the event in November and I am looking forward to interacting with such a great community. This church is a bible based union and I can't wait to perform for all those attending!" says Alma Rivera

Alma Rivera has been involved with her career of worship since age sixteen. Alma's three key principals (responsibility, integrity and commitment) form the core of her songwriting. Alma's brand of Latin fused pop gospel compliments her latest album "Livin in your love." Some of her influences are Hillsong, Darlene Zschech, Chris Tomlin and Israel Houghton, among others. Songs off of Rivera's latest disc, such as the title track "Livin in your love" and "King of Glory" will be performed for the Emerson Bible Church concert. 

Members of the public and media are invited to attend Alma Rivera's concert on November 19th, 2011 by either purchasing a ticket for $15.00 (emersonbible.eventbrite.com) or by applying for media credentials. Alma Rivera is currently touring to promote the word of God through her latest disc, "Livin in your love."  Rivera's past media appearances include TBN's Dino show; CBN's Club700Hoy, CBN.com as the "Artist of the Day" and Harvest-tv.com for the "Harvest Show."

About: Alma Rivera's full biography can be found on her webpage, MusicByAlama.com.   A list of Alma's additional tour dates, photos, video and a link to her iTunes account is also offered on the website.  Emerson Bible Church is located at 162 Linwood Avenue in Emerson, New Jersey. More information on ticket, or on the church itself, can be obtained by calling (201) 262-2430.