New Hope Presbyterian Church in Anaheim, California has started a string orchestra for students of color, led by a Black female pastor and mentored by professionals who look like the young musicians they help guide, with the goal of promoting equity in classical music.
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‘Black Nativity’ opens at Baltimore Center Stage
ArtsCentric’s production of “Black Nativity” is set to run from Nov. 30 – Dec. 22 at Baltimore Center Stage, featuring a Black lens on the Christmas story with jazz, blues, spirituals, and gospel music, as well as special events such as HBCU Night and an ASL performance.
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Would Jesus go shopping on Black Friday?
In a consumerist age, 10 members of the “Unfit Christian” congregation share whether the Messiah would hit up the sales. By Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware Every major religion has its holy days. But for some folks, maybe Black Friday — the annual ritualistic shopping day on the Friday following Thanksgiving — should be added to […]
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Faith and charity merge in Baltimore nonprofit
Associated Black Charities of Maryland is sponsoring a spiritual revival at Mount Lebanon Baptist Church to honor the roots of the organization and renew the collective dedication to faith and the community.
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Why Baltimore’s Black Catholic parishes are vanishing
The Baltimore archdiocese is closing or consolidating most of the city’s Black parishes, prompting a local Catholic to appeal the decision and argue that the church should take responsibility for declining attendance and crumbling infrastructure.
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Apostle Leah E. White celebrates 30 years of service at Greater Faith Baptist Church
Greater Faith Baptist Church celebrated the 30th pastoral anniversary and retirement of Apostle Leah E. White, who was recognized for her 30 years of service and her unselfish service to the community.
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Sunday always comes: Pastors search for post-election sermons
Pastors are preparing messages of resilience and hope to offer strength and inspiration to Black parishioners mourning the outcome of the 2024 presidential election.
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Scotland African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Zion Church celebrates 100 years
The Scotland African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Zion Church is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a Second Century Project to raise funds for repairs and expansion, with Martin Luther King III and other dignitaries participating in the celebration.
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Thank Heaven: Churches offer respite for voters on Nov. 5
Churches across the country, including the National Cathedral in Washington and St. John the Divine Cathedral in New York, are opening their doors on Election Day to offer a quiet place for respite, with snacks, massages, and worship services.
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Souls guarding polls: How church volunteers will make voting safe
Faith United to Save Democracy, a nonpartisan, multi-racial, interfaith organization, is deploying trained poll chaplains and peacekeepers to protect voters in vulnerable communities during the 2024 election season.
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Praise and worship: A key part of healthy bodies and souls
Black Christians who attend church or other houses of worship are less stressed and live longer, and worshiping God causes an increase in BPNF, a neurotransmitter that helps grow healthy brain cells.
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Rev. Jerome Stephens celebrates retirement at New Shiloh’s 122nd anniversary
New Shiloh Baptist Church celebrated its 122nd anniversary and honored the retirement of the Rev. Jerome Stephens, who has served as director of community outreach for U.S. Sen. Ben Cardin and a devoted member of New Shiloh for 47 years.