Category: Columnists

When is it Time?

When is it Time?                                             By John Wm. Roberts, Ed.D., Contributing Writer There are times, in most of our lives, when we ask the question: “When is it time to step… Read More »

The First Lady Startup Kit

The First Lady Startup Kit By Robbie Colson-Ramsey, Contributing Writer Have you found yourself looking all around town, searching every online store, and taking every piece of clothing out of… Read More »

Holy or Hype?: Unpacking Kanye West’s “Sunday Services”

By John Thomas III, Editor Over the last few months, artist Kanye West has held a series of “Sunday Services”. The “Services” have been held in a variety of locations… Read More »

School Starts as “Separate but Un-equal” Remains With Us

School Starts as “Separate but Un-equal” Remains With Us By Rev. Dr. Angelique Walker-Smith For many, the back-to-school season is a source of pride. It serves as a reminder of… Read More »

Stop Treating and Start Healing

Stop Treating and Start Healing  By Rev. Teri Strong, DMin., 13th Episcopal Dsitrcit Who is your primary care physician? We think of a medical doctor when this question is asked. However,… Read More »

LIVING OUT LOUD: Clergy Appreciation Month

LIVING OUT LOUD: Clergy Appreciation Month By Rev. Renita Green, Columnist In 1992, a group of clergy decided to pick a day to celebrate the work of faith leaders. The… Read More »

THE LEDGE: It’s Time to Move

THE LEDGE: It’s Time to Move By Byron Washington, Columnist Deuteronomy 2:3 says, “You have been skirting this hill country long enough. Head north.” Why do we stay in places… Read More »

Understanding Your 501(c)3 Designation

Understanding Your 501(c)3 Designation By Cynthia Gordon-Floyd, CPA, Contributing Writer Most churches in the United States are considered to be 501(c)3 organizations without filing for official recognition. However, there is… Read More »

Home Is Where the Hatred and Guns Are

Home Is Where the Hatred and Guns Are By Rev. Quardricos Bernard Driskell, Columnist The world is made up of many different people. America encompasses diverse people. Our families are… Read More »

Get the Message

Get the Message By Rev. Jarrett Washington, MACE, MDiv, Contributing Writer Joshua 9:12 says, “Here is our bread; it was still warm when we took it from our houses as… Read More »

The Black Church in the 2020 Elections: Who Speaks? Who Cares?

The Black Church in the 2020 Elections: Who Speaks? Who Cares? Since November 9, 2016, and the (at the time) improbable election of the incumbent 45thpresident of the United States,… Read More »

Serving Up Some “Soul Food”

Serving Up Some “Soul Food” By Rev. Dr. Priscilla I. Boswell, Contributing Writer             Matthew 25:35-36 says, “[F]or I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you… Read More »