Category: Features

The Constant Erasurers of Restorative Justice on the Grounds of Silence, Silencing, Neutrality and Bias: Gaorutwe Moabi’s Wrongful Suspension 

By Gaorutwe Moabi, 19th Episcopal District On November 30, 2025, I was suspended from the Young People and Children’s Division by the 19thEpiscopal District Supervisor for attending the 40th Session of the… Read More »

A Reflection: The Fear of Disappointing Others, Especially God 

La Toria M. Lane, Contributing Writer Unfortunately, it has become the reality of many to carry the weight of expectations. These expectations range from being a good child, a good… Read More »

Father and Son mentoring in full swing at Mt. Zion AME Church

By Bro Onkgopotse Maboe (PK),19th Episcopal District “On February 15, 2025, from 10:00 AM, Mount Zion AME Church in Bloemfontein held its second session of the Father and Son Mentoring… Read More »

St. John AME Church

Ministerial Staff, Officers and Ministry Leaders  Participate in Leadership Retreat B. Johnson, 9th Episcopal District “Leadership is not just a calling, it is a journey.” The ministerial staff, officers and ministry… Read More »

Trinity AME Church Long Branch, New Jersey, Celebrates 145 Years

Honoring Our Past Embracing Our Future Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain.Unless the Lord guards the city, the watchman stays awake in vain.—Psalm… Read More »

Holy Week in the Age of Gilead

By Rev. Dr. Renita M. Green, Contributing Writer It’s hard to watch The Handmaid’s Tale without a chill creeping down your spine. My friend suggested I watch it, but to… Read More »

100 Days of 47

By John Thomas III, PhD, Editor “But a lack of imagination is not an argument: it’s a limitation.” Russia-American journalist Masha Gessen penned these words in July 2016 after then-candidate… Read More »

Newman AME Church Celebrates 106th Birthday of Mrs. Early Patsy Montgomery

Born on April 3, 1919, Mrs. Early Patsy Montgomery celebrated her 106th birthday with her church family from Newman AME Church, Pontiac, Michigan. Ms. Early was born in Carbondale, Illinois…. Read More »

Building Hope, One Brick at a Time: Mason Memorial Church Expands Its Legacy

By: Jefyne Togba, 14th Episcopal District TCR Field Representative Something exciting is happening at Mason Memorial Church in Monrovia, Liberia (14th Episcopal District) and it’s more than just a construction… Read More »

A Spiritual and Cultural Journey: Allen Chapel AME Church’s Mission Trip to Ghana

By Calvin Garlic, 14th Episcopal District In the fall of 2024, members of Allen AME Church/Silver Spring, MD embarked on a transformative journey to Ghana, Africa. Led by Pastor R…. Read More »

Bethel AME Baltimore’s 240th Anniversary: A Celebration of Legacy, Resilience, and Firsts!    

Written by Rev. Janette R. Smith / Director of Church Growth As Bethel AME Church – Baltimore prepares to host the historic 209th Baltimore Annual Conference, there’s another historical celebration… Read More »

Newly Elected First Episcopal District Lay Organization President Linda Gant Hosts Her First Mid-Year Convention

By Sharon Carmichael, DOPR, First Episcopal District Lay Organization Hats off to newly elected First Episcopal District Lay Organization (FEDLO) President Linda Gant, new Director of Lay Activities (DOLA) Dr…. Read More »