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Our Destiny as Directed by God
Our Destiny as Directed by God By Dr. Herman O. Kelly, Jr., Columnist I was lecturing in my African American studies class and began to discuss some noted historical figures…. Read More »
Love and Lent: Perfect Companions
Love and Lent: Perfect Companions By Monica C. Jones, Ph.D, 6th Espicopal District This year, Lent begins on Valentine’s Day. Ash Wednesday, a day of repentance, reflection, and expression… Read More »
Pre Global Development Council Activities – Arrival & Registraition
Pre Global Development Council Activities – Arrival & Registraition The Global Development Council General Assembly and Executive Meeting of the African Methodist Episcopal Church was held from 20 – 23… Read More »
Days 2 and 3 of the GDC
Day two and three were mostly occupied with the breakaway sessions of various Commissions led by Bishops and General Officers. Most of the Commissions reported on Friday, 23 February 2024…. Read More »
20th Anniversary Celebration and 9th LOADI Meeting
20th Anniversary Celebration and 9th LOADI Meeting The 9th session of the LOADI convened in the 19th Episcopal District at the Hilton Hotel, Santon South Africa from Friday 23rd to… Read More »
AME Church Member Makes History as Revenue Commissioner For Russell County, Alabama
AME Church Member Makes History as Revenue Commissioner For Russell County, Alabama By Rev. Alvelyn Saunders-Swafford, 9th Episcopal District On February 1, 2024, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey appointed Mrs. Natalie… Read More »
To Which “Black America” Is the Church Ministering?
To Which “Black America” Is the Church Ministering? By Jason D. Thompson, Ph.D. In 1976, U.S. President Gerald Ford declared the week-long celebration of “Negro History Week” as Black History… Read More »
When was the last time you blessed someone?
“When was the last time you blessed someone?” By Dr. Michael C. Carson, Columnist The Bing Dictionary defines History as: “What has happened: the past events of a period in… Read More »
Churches Beware of Your Cash Balances and Banking Relationships!
Churches Beware of Your Cash Balances and Banking Relationships! By Cynthia Gordon-Floyd, C.P.A., C.F.E., Contributing Writer Many of you may be aware of the recent failure of Silicon Valley Bank…. Read More »
By Antjuan Seawright, Columnist While watching the Grammys, I witnessed the modern-day hip-hop philosopher Jay-Z from the People’s Republic of Brooklyn accept The Dr. Dre Global Impact Award. Instead of… Read More »
Now is the Time for a Sankofa Moment
Now is the Time for a Sankofa Moment Rev. Terrence Thomas, 4th Episcopal District The scene in January at Mother Emmanuel during President Biden’s visit was equal parts heartbreaking, disappointing,… Read More »
Leadership and Decision Making
Leadership and Decision Making Byron Washington, Columnist Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom; Yea, with all thy getting get understanding – Proverbs 4:7 Everybody, whether a leader, parent,… Read More »