The Ambassador (William Branch)

William "Duce" Branch a.k.a. The Ambassador or Ambassador is a Christian hip-hop artist who has recorded both independently and as a founding member of the group The Cross Movement.[1][2] Branch is the former president of Cross Movement Ministries. He is an alumnus of Dallas Theological Seminary and has a Master in Theology degree graduating with honors.
Around 2009, Branch was caught in a relationship outside of his marriage. The event was a major setback in his career and it resulted in him being released from The Cross Movement record label, and also from his pastoral position at his church in Philadelphia. News spread quickly of the affair and Branch finally wrote a letter to multiple sites explaining his apologies and final thoughts on the affair. An interview was held in 2011 on the matter. Branch, and his wife Michelle, both showed up for the interview and Branch explained that the relationship was mostly due to non-communication between him and his wife. He also stated that the relationship was "non-sexual, but definitely inappropriate". Branch went through counseling and spiritual revival, and came to release the album, Stop the Funeral, on July 12th, 2011 under a new record label, Xist Music, which he helped form along with Da' T.R.U.T.H. and two other artists under the label.
"Genuine repentance and restoration are the hallmark of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and of true believers. Restoration starts an amazing healing process that is transforming for all who sin and come short of God's glory. By God's grace the Ambassador's restoration to his marriage and to his calling in ministry are both exemplary of the forgiveness and healing power of Jesus Christ". "Walking the Talk" (2010, July)