The Proud Boys have been ordered to pay Metropolitan AME Church $2.8 million in damages for their trespassing and vandalism, with the judge seizing the Proud Boys’ name and trademark as restitution.
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Metropolitan UMC to celebrate 200th anniversary
Metropolitan United Methodist Church in Baltimore is celebrating its 200th anniversary on March 9, and is seeking former members to make the event even more special, with the Rev. Dr. Michelle Holmes-Chaney serving as guest preacher.
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Pope Francis in critical condition with early kidney failure but remains alert as prayers pour in
By Nicole Winfield The Associated Press ROME (AP) — Pope Francis remained in critical condition Feb. 23 and blood tests showed early kidney failure but he remains alert, responsive and attended Mass, the Vatican said, as the 88-year-old pontiff battles pneumonia and a complex lung infection. In a late update, the Vatican said Francis hadn’t […]
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Rev. Melech E. M.Thomas brings a new vision to the Bolton Hill community as pastor of Payne Memorial AME Church
The Rev. Melech E.M. Thomas has been appointed as the 24th pastor of Baltimore’s historic Payne Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Church, bringing a new era of growth and change to the congregation.
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Rev. Dr. Tim Tooten, renowned journalist, professor and pastor laid to rest
Baltimore community mourns the death of Dr. Timothy Lamar Tooten Sr., a 35-year veteran of education news, who passed away at the age of 66.
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Dr. Jamal Bryant’s 40-day Target ‘fast’ gains momentum
The Rev. Dr. Jamal Bryant is leading a 40-day boycott of Target in response to the retailer’s decision to phase out its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, and is calling for 100,000 people to sign a petition and halt their spending at Target as a direct challenge to the company’s retreat from its commitments to Black businesses and consumers.
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Faith and labor leaders continue to fight arm-in-arm
Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and the faith community have long been partners in the fight for justice, with leaders like Rev. William J. Barber II and unions like the AFL-CIO carrying the torch, advocating for fair wages, voting rights, and economic equity.
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When the hands do the preaching: Black ASL in church
Black American Sign Language has a distinct tradition and cultural sensitivity is required when interpreting in a Black church setting, allowing deaf congregants to stay connected to the sermon, songs, and spirit of the service.
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Rho Alpha Tau: Where co-ed Christian creatives unite
Rev. Stephanie Atkins, a prolific author, founder of Rho Alpha Tau Christian Writers Fraternity & Sorority, and now president of its Lambda Chapter, uses her creativity to empower, educate, encourage, and entertain, while advocating for social justice and racial equality.
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As L.A. burns, Asheville is still recovering from Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene has left residents of Asheville, North Carolina facing a reality of grieving and rebuilding, with faith leaders providing support and resources to help them rebuild.
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Video of church shaming unwed pregnant woman sparks heated backlash
A young woman publicly apologized for her pregnancy outside of marriage and was met with a public shaming by her pastor, raising questions about Black church traditions and shame.
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Walking with God: Faith leaders discuss the role of the church and social justice
The Black church has long been a pillar of the Black community and has played a significant role in advancing civil rights and addressing systemic injustices, with many pastors and faith leaders continuing to use their platforms to advocate for social justice and equality.