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Develop plans, set goals, and press on toward your victory

By: Dr. Michael C. Carson, Full Columnist In making resolutions, let me remind you that challenges, tests, and situations will be waiting for you to face. Perusing goals in life “don’t… Read More »

A Pastor’s Spouse: A Synonym for Service 

Robbie Colson-Ramsey, Contributing Writer  The role of a pastor’s spouse is often misunderstood, underestimated, and sometimes overshadowed by the public visibility of the pastoral role. Yet, it is a calling… Read More »

Message of Condolence and Pastoral Call to Comfort and Justice

By Presiding Elder Victor Malefetse, 19th Episcopal District Grace and peace be multiplied to you from God our Father, Christ our Redeemer, the Holy Spirit our Comforter, and Humankind Our… Read More »

City of Long Beach, New Philly AME Church, and LOGOS Faith Development To Transform Building into Affordable Housing

Rev. Darryl E. Walker, M.Div. Pastor Walker & LOGOS Development emphasize their commitment to serving marginalized populations and preserving the heritage of deeply rooted communities. Equity is an important value… Read More »

The work of creation is God’s initiative; the work of acceptance is ours.

By Jason D. Thompson, Ph. D. God is an artist. Not simply a creator but an artist. While creation implies bringing something into existence from nothing, artistry transcends mere genesis…. Read More »

The Truth Is the Light

New Clothes for the New Year Biblical Text: Colossians 3:17 NRSV  And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus,… Read More »

Develop plans, set goals, and press on toward your victory

By: Dr. Michael C. Carson, Full Columnist In making resolutions, let me remind you that challenges, tests, and situations will be waiting for you to face. Perusing goals in life “don’t… Read More »

Will African Methodism Rise Again?

George Pratt, Contributing Writer During moments of political turmoil and social upheaval, it is imperative that African and Afrodiasporic people employ a Sankofa approach to the struggle for liberation. This method of… Read More »

Uncovering The Art of Conflict Resolution Jesus Style 

Rev. Dr. Melinda Contreras-Byrd, Contributing Writer  Episcopal Supervisor 17th Episcopal District  We represent God’s kingdom on earth.  Our behavior toward not just others but those who are part of the family of… Read More »

Prospering as a Leader 

Mr. Byron Washington, Columnist Within Christianity, the word “prosperity” has many different connotations. Some people embrace it, others hate mentioning it, and many are indifferent. The concept of prosperity can… Read More »

Bishop Belin’s Meet and Greet Leaves Lasting Impressions

By Rev Quinton William Liebenberg, Columnist Boland Annual Conference 15th District The 15th Episcopal District was blessed when it received Bishop Henry Allen Belin, III, and Supervisor Rita Sinkfield, Belin, Esq…. Read More »

The Stained Hands of Neutrality

Jason D. Thompson, PhD, Contributing Writer The Rev. Dr. Jason D. Thompson is pastor of Sacramento’s St. Andrews AME Church, the oldest historically Black congregation on the West Coast. Additionally,… Read More »