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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Forging a new path, uplifting Black women of faith
Dr. Suzan “Sujay” Johnson-Cook founded Women In Ministry International to provide resources and support for women of faith in the male-dominated profession, and to help them thrive in non-traditional ministries.
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On a mission to end the Black maternal mortality crisis
Black churches in New Jersey are taking action to improve maternal and infant health outcomes by providing culturally congruent care and support, with the goal of abolishing structural racism and liberating public policy theologically.
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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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Rev. Dr. Tim Tooten Sr. , renowned journalist, professor and pastor, dies
Rev. Dr. Tim Tooten, a veteran of 35 years in broadcasting and community service, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of education and community activism.
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Leaders call for faith community to organize against White supremacy with new credoÂ
Black church leaders are working to unify and inform the Black community through a credo that speaks against Project 2025 and White supremacy, while encouraging Black collaborations to boost the community, and to invest in Black banks and institutions to create higher education and vocational scholarships.
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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.